Matrix

Matrix Partners, established in 1977, is a prominent venture capital firm headquartered in San Francisco, California. The firm focuses on early-stage and early-growth investments, partnering with entrepreneurs to build significant, industry-leading companies. With a global perspective and local expertise, Matrix combines the insights of former entrepreneurs and experienced investors to guide its portfolio companies. The firm has a proven track record, having invested in over 500 companies, with 50 going public and 75 achieving profitable M&A exits. Notable investments include Baidu, Apple, and Oculus. Matrix invests across various sectors, including applied AI, B2B SaaS, digital health, and sustainable-defined hardware.

Ben Altshuler

Partner

Diana Kimball Berlin

Partner

Phyllis Doherty

Administrative Partner

Paul Ferri

Co-Founder

Liza Gurtin

Partner

Wan Haoji

Partner

Patrick Malatack

Partner

Bo Shao

Founding Managing Partner

Paul Sherer

Venture Partner

Ilya Sukhar

Partner

Sun Linghao

Managing Partner

Tong Ti

Vice President

Kevin Xiong

Partner

Past deals in Mobile

Chiplego

Seed Round in 2023
Chiplego focuses on embedded high-performance computing systems that assist in the creation of a mobile digital world and a better travel and life experience for everyone.

Waldo

Series A in 2022
Waldo is a developer of mobile application testing software designed to simplify the testing process for iOS and Android applications. The company's platform allows mobile application teams to create, test, and visualize user flows in a single tool, facilitating the delivery of a consistent and high-quality user experience. By recording tests and replaying them against new application versions, Waldo helps developers identify and resolve issues efficiently, ultimately enabling faster product releases with fewer bugs. Headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, Waldo also has a development office in Paris, France.

TT Yuyin

Series B in 2021
Quwan provides services including instant voice messaging, social gaming, esports, and game distribution. It operates TT Voice, which started as a voice chat application designed for mobile gamers and was later developed into a social gaming platform. It focuses on developing personalized services for the Gen Z audience.

TaiMei Technology

Venture Round in 2020
TaiMei Technology is a digital innovator specializing in the research and development sector of the life sciences industry. The company has created a comprehensive digital platform that facilitates clinical research by offering insights into various stages of drug development, pharmacovigilance, marketing, and market access. By leveraging advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data, cloud computing, and mobile internet, TaiMei provides integrated solutions that support industry stakeholders throughout the entire product life cycle. The platform encompasses a range of functionalities, including clinical data management, medical imaging, trial management, and drug monitoring, all aimed at enhancing clinical research efficiency. Ultimately, TaiMei Technology is focused on building the future infrastructure of the life sciences industry to expedite product launches, improve drug safety, and enhance accessibility for patients and healthcare providers.

TT Yuyin

Series A in 2020
Quwan provides services including instant voice messaging, social gaming, esports, and game distribution. It operates TT Voice, which started as a voice chat application designed for mobile gamers and was later developed into a social gaming platform. It focuses on developing personalized services for the Gen Z audience.

QFPay

Series C in 2019
QFPay provides businesses with mobile payment technologies and value-added services. QFPay has been partnering with various mobile wallet providers including Alipay, WeChat Pay, China UnionPay, among others, servicing over 1 million+ merchants across Asia and executing over 500 million mobile payment transactions totaling USD30 billion+ in transaction value over the last 6 years.

Nice

Series D in 2019
Nice allows users to add labels, stickers and screens to photos that they share on social networks. It currently has close to 10 million registered users. First launched in October 2013 by a team of fashionistas turned developers, nice soon found a niche of like-minded users who enjoyed tagging their clothes with the app. Touted as "China's Instagram", Nice has become the leading photo sharing app in mainland China. Nice has a very active and young audience and also has steady international growth, with multi-lingual interface options available in its settings.

Yishou

Series B in 2019
Yishou.com is a fast fashion women's sourcing platform. It will increase the supply chain efficiency by integrating the hot-selling styles of the national first-level women's wholesale market through the purchase of buyers and time-limited flashing. In the mobile phone side, you can complete the purchase of the goods, support one get the goods, the price is 30% cheaper than the wholesale market.

PayRange

Convertible Note in 2018
PayRange Inc., founded by Paresh Patel in 2013, is a company based in Portland, Oregon with operations in San Jose, California. It specializes in developing mobile payment solutions for various automated retail machines, including vending, parking, transit ticketing, laundry, and amusement devices. The company's flagship product, BluKey, is a small device that can be easily installed into these machines to enable mobile payments via Bluetooth 4.0 (BLE). Users interact with the system through PayRange’s free mobile application, allowing them to make payments by swiping their smartphones. The solution includes low-cost hardware and a back-end service that processes credit card transactions securely through a PCI-compliant provider. This setup ensures a seamless and cost-effective payment experience for both operators and consumers.

Shanxiuxia

Series B in 2018
Shanxiuxia is an O2O (Online to Offline) smartphone repair service startup that provides users with standard and reliable on-site smartphone repair services as well as smartphone recycling, smartphone trade-in, software maintenance, and so on. Users can place orders online with a description of their problems via its app or WeChat Official Account, and then it assigns engineers according to the position to offer users high efficiency on-site services. Founded in 2015 in Hangzhou, Shanxiuxia has grown to become one of the largest smartphone onsite service platforms, with annual sales reaching nearly RMB300 million (USD 45 million), and covering 20 cities nationwide.

Teddy Mobile

Series C in 2018
Beijing Teddy Mobile Technology Co., Ltd. is a Beijing-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in developing smartphone applications aimed at identifying caller identity through big data capabilities. The company offers a range of intelligent communication services, including a smart contact feature that delivers information about unknown incoming calls and texts, as well as an intelligent assistant and a communication marketing platform. Teddy Mobile leverages its advanced data solutions to collaborate with mobile phone manufacturers, enhancing user experience and improving communication security. The company has rapidly gained prominence, processing an average of 1.4 billion data requests daily and has received significant investment to further its growth in the industry.

TaiMei Technology

Series D in 2018
TaiMei Technology is a digital innovator specializing in the research and development sector of the life sciences industry. The company has created a comprehensive digital platform that facilitates clinical research by offering insights into various stages of drug development, pharmacovigilance, marketing, and market access. By leveraging advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data, cloud computing, and mobile internet, TaiMei provides integrated solutions that support industry stakeholders throughout the entire product life cycle. The platform encompasses a range of functionalities, including clinical data management, medical imaging, trial management, and drug monitoring, all aimed at enhancing clinical research efficiency. Ultimately, TaiMei Technology is focused on building the future infrastructure of the life sciences industry to expedite product launches, improve drug safety, and enhance accessibility for patients and healthcare providers.

Teddy Mobile

Series B in 2017
Beijing Teddy Mobile Technology Co., Ltd. is a Beijing-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in developing smartphone applications aimed at identifying caller identity through big data capabilities. The company offers a range of intelligent communication services, including a smart contact feature that delivers information about unknown incoming calls and texts, as well as an intelligent assistant and a communication marketing platform. Teddy Mobile leverages its advanced data solutions to collaborate with mobile phone manufacturers, enhancing user experience and improving communication security. The company has rapidly gained prominence, processing an average of 1.4 billion data requests daily and has received significant investment to further its growth in the industry.

PayRange

Venture Round in 2017
PayRange Inc., founded by Paresh Patel in 2013, is a company based in Portland, Oregon with operations in San Jose, California. It specializes in developing mobile payment solutions for various automated retail machines, including vending, parking, transit ticketing, laundry, and amusement devices. The company's flagship product, BluKey, is a small device that can be easily installed into these machines to enable mobile payments via Bluetooth 4.0 (BLE). Users interact with the system through PayRange’s free mobile application, allowing them to make payments by swiping their smartphones. The solution includes low-cost hardware and a back-end service that processes credit card transactions securely through a PCI-compliant provider. This setup ensures a seamless and cost-effective payment experience for both operators and consumers.

Shanxiuxia

Series B in 2017
Shanxiuxia is an O2O (Online to Offline) smartphone repair service startup that provides users with standard and reliable on-site smartphone repair services as well as smartphone recycling, smartphone trade-in, software maintenance, and so on. Users can place orders online with a description of their problems via its app or WeChat Official Account, and then it assigns engineers according to the position to offer users high efficiency on-site services. Founded in 2015 in Hangzhou, Shanxiuxia has grown to become one of the largest smartphone onsite service platforms, with annual sales reaching nearly RMB300 million (USD 45 million), and covering 20 cities nationwide.

Misspao

Series A in 2017
Misspao is a Chinese start-up that specializes in the development of fully automated mini fitness rooms, designed for convenience and self-service. Users can easily locate and reserve nearby fitness rooms through a mobile application, gaining access by scanning their smartphones upon arrival. Each mini gymnasium, which accommodates 1 to 2 individuals, is equipped with essential exercise equipment, including a treadmill, along with amenities such as an air cleaner, a solar power supply system, and an Internet-connected TV for entertainment. This innovative approach allows users to exercise at their convenience, promoting a flexible fitness experience.

Misspao

Angel Round in 2017
Misspao is a Chinese start-up that specializes in the development of fully automated mini fitness rooms, designed for convenience and self-service. Users can easily locate and reserve nearby fitness rooms through a mobile application, gaining access by scanning their smartphones upon arrival. Each mini gymnasium, which accommodates 1 to 2 individuals, is equipped with essential exercise equipment, including a treadmill, along with amenities such as an air cleaner, a solar power supply system, and an Internet-connected TV for entertainment. This innovative approach allows users to exercise at their convenience, promoting a flexible fitness experience.

Mswipe

Series D in 2017
Mswipe is an independent company focused on providing mobile point-of-sale (POS) solutions to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in India. The company specializes in terminal use mobile POS technology that works with various devices such as smartphones, tablets, and computers, enabling merchants to accept debit and credit card payments using their mobile phones. Mswipe aims to link the vast majority of India's 12-15 million SMEs, currently underserved by traditional financial services, to mainstream digital commerce through efficient mobile POS solutions. The company strives to create India’s largest financial services platform for SMEs, with a current focus on expanding its reach across the country.

Alading Bank

Series A in 2017
Alading Bank is a Shanghai-based company that specializes in credit assessment and online lending through a mobile application. Founded in 2016 by former banking executives from Capital One Financial and China Merchants Bank, the platform enables users to apply for microloans quickly and efficiently, claiming that loans can be processed and approved in as little as three minutes by providing a mobile phone number and ID card information. Utilizing machine learning and data mining technologies, Alading Bank aims to streamline the lending process and enhance the user experience for individuals seeking financial assistance.

TaiMei Technology

Series C in 2017
TaiMei Technology is a digital innovator specializing in the research and development sector of the life sciences industry. The company has created a comprehensive digital platform that facilitates clinical research by offering insights into various stages of drug development, pharmacovigilance, marketing, and market access. By leveraging advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data, cloud computing, and mobile internet, TaiMei provides integrated solutions that support industry stakeholders throughout the entire product life cycle. The platform encompasses a range of functionalities, including clinical data management, medical imaging, trial management, and drug monitoring, all aimed at enhancing clinical research efficiency. Ultimately, TaiMei Technology is focused on building the future infrastructure of the life sciences industry to expedite product launches, improve drug safety, and enhance accessibility for patients and healthcare providers.

Yishou

Series A in 2017
Yishou.com is a fast fashion women's sourcing platform. It will increase the supply chain efficiency by integrating the hot-selling styles of the national first-level women's wholesale market through the purchase of buyers and time-limited flashing. In the mobile phone side, you can complete the purchase of the goods, support one get the goods, the price is 30% cheaper than the wholesale market.

Ofo

Series C in 2016
Ofo operates a station-free bike-sharing platform that addresses the "last mile" transportation issue by offering an eco-friendly solution for short-distance travel. The service is accessible through a mobile application, allowing users to easily unlock bikes by scanning QR codes or entering bike plate numbers. With over 10 million bikes connected to more than 200 million users across 250 cities in over 20 countries, Ofo facilitates over 32 million daily transactions, providing a total of over 6 billion rides. The platform's flexibility allows users to park bikes anywhere that is convenient and accessible for others. In addition to enhancing urban mobility, Ofo is committed to sustainability and has partnered with the UN Development Programme to promote green living. The company has also collaborated with the Clara Lionel Foundation to support educational initiatives for schoolgirls in Malawi by providing bikes and scholarships.

Ofo

Series B in 2016
Ofo operates a station-free bike-sharing platform that addresses the "last mile" transportation issue by offering an eco-friendly solution for short-distance travel. The service is accessible through a mobile application, allowing users to easily unlock bikes by scanning QR codes or entering bike plate numbers. With over 10 million bikes connected to more than 200 million users across 250 cities in over 20 countries, Ofo facilitates over 32 million daily transactions, providing a total of over 6 billion rides. The platform's flexibility allows users to park bikes anywhere that is convenient and accessible for others. In addition to enhancing urban mobility, Ofo is committed to sustainability and has partnered with the UN Development Programme to promote green living. The company has also collaborated with the Clara Lionel Foundation to support educational initiatives for schoolgirls in Malawi by providing bikes and scholarships.

TaiMei Technology

Series B in 2016
TaiMei Technology is a digital innovator specializing in the research and development sector of the life sciences industry. The company has created a comprehensive digital platform that facilitates clinical research by offering insights into various stages of drug development, pharmacovigilance, marketing, and market access. By leveraging advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data, cloud computing, and mobile internet, TaiMei provides integrated solutions that support industry stakeholders throughout the entire product life cycle. The platform encompasses a range of functionalities, including clinical data management, medical imaging, trial management, and drug monitoring, all aimed at enhancing clinical research efficiency. Ultimately, TaiMei Technology is focused on building the future infrastructure of the life sciences industry to expedite product launches, improve drug safety, and enhance accessibility for patients and healthcare providers.

TaiMei Technology

Series A in 2016
TaiMei Technology is a digital innovator specializing in the research and development sector of the life sciences industry. The company has created a comprehensive digital platform that facilitates clinical research by offering insights into various stages of drug development, pharmacovigilance, marketing, and market access. By leveraging advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data, cloud computing, and mobile internet, TaiMei provides integrated solutions that support industry stakeholders throughout the entire product life cycle. The platform encompasses a range of functionalities, including clinical data management, medical imaging, trial management, and drug monitoring, all aimed at enhancing clinical research efficiency. Ultimately, TaiMei Technology is focused on building the future infrastructure of the life sciences industry to expedite product launches, improve drug safety, and enhance accessibility for patients and healthcare providers.

TinyOwl

Series C in 2015
TinyOwl is a company that specializes in a location-based mobile application designed for food ordering. The Android application allows users to discover nearby restaurants and place orders directly from their devices. By utilizing location detection technology, TinyOwl's app provides users with a convenient way to find dining options in their immediate area, enhancing the food ordering experience.

Quri

Series C in 2015
Quri, Inc. is a retail intelligence company that offers a web application designed to provide businesses with real-time insights into the performance of their products and promotions within retail environments. Founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, California, Quri enables brands and retailers to enhance the in-store shopper experience, thereby maximizing product revenue and profitability. The company utilizes a nationwide mobile field force of secret shoppers who can be deployed swiftly to any retail location across the United States, delivering actionable data and analytics. By focusing on near real-time analysis of in-store product performance, Quri helps businesses optimize their promotional programs, ensuring they make the most of their marketing investments. As a subsidiary of Trax Technology Solutions Pte Ltd, Quri provides valuable visibility into the retail landscape, serving clients in over 150,000 retail locations across 6,000 cities.

Aquto

Series B in 2015
Aquto, established in 2012 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, operates as a cloud-based service that facilitates mobile data monetization. It offers a sponsored data platform, enabling mobile network operators to generate revenue from their cellular internet data connectivity. Aquto's platform, used as a form of currency, enhances engagement with marketers to fund mobile data sponsorship, benefiting both businesses and consumers. Marketers can improve mobile campaign engagement, while users can access mobile internet through third-party sponsorships.

KV Games

Series A in 2015
KV Game is a mobile game research and development company based in China, specializing in the creation, operation, sales, and service of mobile games. The company focuses on the gaming industry, with its flagship title being Super Legends. Through its comprehensive approach, KV Game aims to enhance the gaming experience for users while contributing to the growth of the mobile gaming sector in the region.

Joist

Series A in 2015
Joist is a mobile application designed for contractors, enabling them to estimate projects, invoice clients, collect payments, and manage their work from their iPhone, iPad, or the web. The platform allows users to create professional estimates and invoices by incorporating company logos and building a list of frequently used items for quick reference. Joist facilitates rapid calculation of estimates, which can be printed or emailed on the spot, and enables conversion of estimates into invoices. Users can also record payments immediately and manage client information efficiently. Additionally, the application supports exporting all data to preferred accounting systems, streamlining financial management for contractors across various industries.

Bee Cave Games

Series A in 2015
Bee Cave Games, Inc. is a developer of social and mobile games based in Austin, Texas, specializing in casino-themed entertainment. Founded in 2012, the company creates connected games for various platforms, including web, Facebook, iOS, and Android devices. Bee Cave Games offers a diverse portfolio that includes over 80 premium slot machine themes and 13 unique Blackjack locations, all designed to support 18 languages. Their products are accessible through popular application stores such as the Facebook App Center, Apple iOS App Store, Google Play Store, and Kindle Fire App Store. The company's focus is on delivering engaging gaming experiences to a global audience.

Maka

Seed Round in 2015
Maka is a design and marketing platform that provides businesses with tools to enhance their marketing strategies and engage customers effectively. It specializes in H5 digital marketing solutions, allowing users to create and customize mobile websites without requiring programming knowledge. The platform offers a range of creative content design tools, custom marketing solutions, and traffic management systems tailored for merchants and brands. By fostering a collaborative ecosystem that includes merchants, copyright owners, industry experts, designers, and service providers, Maka enables organizations to leverage innovative technologies and content for improved customer interaction and operational efficiency.

PayRange

Series A in 2015
PayRange Inc., founded by Paresh Patel in 2013, is a company based in Portland, Oregon with operations in San Jose, California. It specializes in developing mobile payment solutions for various automated retail machines, including vending, parking, transit ticketing, laundry, and amusement devices. The company's flagship product, BluKey, is a small device that can be easily installed into these machines to enable mobile payments via Bluetooth 4.0 (BLE). Users interact with the system through PayRange’s free mobile application, allowing them to make payments by swiping their smartphones. The solution includes low-cost hardware and a back-end service that processes credit card transactions securely through a PCI-compliant provider. This setup ensures a seamless and cost-effective payment experience for both operators and consumers.

Mofang

Series A in 2015
Mofang is a Chinese mobile gaming media platform that focuses on online games, specifically in the verticals of Apple and Android gaming. The platform aims to enhance user experience by developing a personalized push mechanism for mobile games and integrating user-generated content for cross-platform information products and services. By catering to the interests of game enthusiasts, Mofang provides a comprehensive space for discovering and enjoying various online games.

Fastback Networks

Series C in 2015
Fastback Networks is a technology company focused on developing innovative mobile infrastructure solutions to meet the growing demands of public and private networks. By leveraging the extensive experience of its team in radio and data networking, the company addresses the challenges associated with 4G and 5G deployment. Fastback Networks specializes in providing backhaul technologies that operate in millimeter-wave and sub-6 GHz bands, introducing technical and economic advancements that facilitate the rapid rollout of high-capacity mobile services. Its solutions empower mobile service providers and enterprises to enhance speed, reliability, and overall user experience, positioning them to capitalize on new markets and applications in the evolving telecommunications landscape.

SpiderCloud Wireless

Venture Round in 2015
SpiderCloud Wireless, Inc. specializes in developing small cell network platforms that enhance cellular coverage, capacity, and smart applications for medium to large enterprises and venues. Its flagship product, the Enterprise Radio Access Network (E-RAN) system, comprises a Services Node that can manage over 100 self-organizing small cells, enabling seamless integration of 3G, Wi-Fi, and LTE services. This system allows mobile operators to provide extensive coverage and capacity for thousands of connected devices through a single connection to their core network. SpiderCloud Wireless aims to address the growing demand for reliable mobile services in enterprise environments by simplifying deployment and network configuration. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, the company has additional offices in San Diego, New Jersey, Mexico City, and London. As of 2017, SpiderCloud operates as a subsidiary of Corning Incorporated.

Hua You

Series A in 2015
Hua You is a mobile social platform for fine arts.

Adelphic

Series B in 2014
Adelphic, Inc. is a company that specializes in a programmatic advertising platform designed to connect brands with audiences across multiple channels. Established in 2011 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, Adelphic offers a user-friendly campaign management portal that enables non-technical users to plan, create, launch, and optimize their advertising campaigns. Its platform features an Audience Cube tool, which captures large volumes of data to create custom audience segments and insights, and includes predictive performance engine solutions. The technology is fully real-time bidding (RTB) enabled, allowing access to a wide range of inventory providers, thus facilitating meaningful consumer engagements across various devices and formats. Adelphic primarily serves agencies, brands, and large media buyers, and has been operating as a subsidiary of Viant Technology Inc. since early 2017.

Comicool

Series A in 2014
Comicool is a reading platform taht provides innovative mobile phone-specific color strip comics.

Tasteful

Series A in 2014
Tasteful, Inc. is a Palo Alto-based company that specializes in developing mobile applications focused on healthy dining options. Founded in 2010, the company offers a platform that allows users to discover healthy dish recommendations from various restaurants in San Francisco. Its flagship application, Paleo Digest, provides daily dining suggestions tailored to promote healthier food choices. Through its innovative approach, Tasteful aims to empower consumers to take informed control of their dietary habits, fostering positive and lasting changes in their health and lifestyle.

Nice

Series B in 2014
Nice allows users to add labels, stickers and screens to photos that they share on social networks. It currently has close to 10 million registered users. First launched in October 2013 by a team of fashionistas turned developers, nice soon found a niche of like-minded users who enjoyed tagging their clothes with the app. Touted as "China's Instagram", Nice has become the leading photo sharing app in mainland China. Nice has a very active and young audience and also has steady international growth, with multi-lingual interface options available in its settings.

Vargo Technology

Angel Round in 2014
Vargo Technology specializes in the development of security system products aimed at enhancing mobile data security. The company offers a range of software and hardware solutions designed for communication security, with a primary focus on software capabilities complemented by hardware support. Their offerings include big data processing models, system security, and data encryption technologies, which encompass server-side security systems, transmission encryption systems, and terminal security systems. These solutions cater to mobile phones and communications companies, providing a comprehensive suite of tools for effective data protection and communication security.

Adsame

Series C in 2014
AdSame Networks Technology Incorporated is a prominent player in the digital marketing sector, specializing in the development and operation of advanced advertising technology. Founded in 2008 and based in Shanghai, the company has expanded its presence through branch offices in major cities across China, including Beijing and Guangzhou. AdSame operates multiple platforms, including a Demand Side Platform (DSP), a Supply Side Platform (SSP), and a Data Management Platform (DMP), which collectively facilitate efficient ad transactions and audience data integration. Their services encompass a wide range of marketing solutions, such as the Max Brand Ad Network for comprehensive ad management and the AdSame OTV Ad Network for video advertising. Additionally, AdSame provides targeted mobile advertising solutions that leverage user behavior data. The company serves diverse industries, including food and beverage, automotive, beauty care, finance, fashion, IT, and gaming, employing a dedicated team of over 300 professionals to drive innovation and deliver high-quality digital marketing experiences.

Nice

Series A in 2014
Nice allows users to add labels, stickers and screens to photos that they share on social networks. It currently has close to 10 million registered users. First launched in October 2013 by a team of fashionistas turned developers, nice soon found a niche of like-minded users who enjoyed tagging their clothes with the app. Touted as "China's Instagram", Nice has become the leading photo sharing app in mainland China. Nice has a very active and young audience and also has steady international growth, with multi-lingual interface options available in its settings.

Flatiron School

Series A in 2014
Flatiron School is an educational institution that specializes in training individuals in web application development and other in-demand tech skills such as software engineering, data science, and cybersecurity. Their curriculum covers best practices in Ruby, Rails, JavaScript, Object-Oriented Design, Git, SQL, and Test-Driven Development. The learning environment emphasizes pair programming, project-based discovery, and teamwork. Students complete a 12-week program involving at least 500 hours of hands-on, intensive coding experience, solving real problems and working on actual projects.

Kuailexue

Series A in 2014
Beijing Kuailexue Network Technology Co., Ltd., founded in April 2013 and based in Beijing, China, specializes in online education technology. The company develops an educational platform that primarily focuses on high school English examinations, offering a range of mock exams aligned with national college entrance requirements. Kuailexue's innovative products include a smart examination system that allows students to engage in targeted practice through inquiry-based questioning on both PCs and mobile devices. The platform features a user-friendly photo identification function for Android devices, enabling students to easily access and answer questions. Additionally, Kuailexue provides teachers with tools to create customized test papers by adjusting question sources and difficulty levels, simplifying the exam preparation process. The team at Kuailexue consists of professionals with backgrounds in leading technology and education companies, reflecting a commitment to enhancing the online learning experience.

Bee Cave Games

Seed Round in 2014
Bee Cave Games, Inc. is a developer of social and mobile games based in Austin, Texas, specializing in casino-themed entertainment. Founded in 2012, the company creates connected games for various platforms, including web, Facebook, iOS, and Android devices. Bee Cave Games offers a diverse portfolio that includes over 80 premium slot machine themes and 13 unique Blackjack locations, all designed to support 18 languages. Their products are accessible through popular application stores such as the Facebook App Center, Apple iOS App Store, Google Play Store, and Kindle Fire App Store. The company's focus is on delivering engaging gaming experiences to a global audience.

8868

Series A in 2013
8868 is an e-commerce platform that specializes in providing transaction services for mobile phone games. It facilitates online game account transactions and game currency exchanges, catering to the needs of players seeking secure and reliable transaction methods. By ensuring that each transaction is backed by specific game data, 8868 offers proof of transactions, which enhances security compared to traditional methods like screenshots. The platform also addresses concerns related to cheating and account theft, as it actively works to protect users from fraudulent activities. The entire transaction process is monitored to guarantee safety, making it a trustworthy option for gamers engaging in buying and selling game-related assets.

Quri

Series B in 2013
Quri, Inc. is a retail intelligence company that offers a web application designed to provide businesses with real-time insights into the performance of their products and promotions within retail environments. Founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, California, Quri enables brands and retailers to enhance the in-store shopper experience, thereby maximizing product revenue and profitability. The company utilizes a nationwide mobile field force of secret shoppers who can be deployed swiftly to any retail location across the United States, delivering actionable data and analytics. By focusing on near real-time analysis of in-store product performance, Quri helps businesses optimize their promotional programs, ensuring they make the most of their marketing investments. As a subsidiary of Trax Technology Solutions Pte Ltd, Quri provides valuable visibility into the retail landscape, serving clients in over 150,000 retail locations across 6,000 cities.

ShopAdvisor

Venture Round in 2013
ShopAdvisor is a retail marketing platform that empowers brands, retailers, and shopping malls to enhance mobile and digital shopping experiences for consumers. The platform integrates real-time, contextualized information relating to shoppers, products, and locations, leveraging data analytics to offer personalized shopping experiences that extend from initial discovery to in-store visits. By continuously cataloging millions of data points, ShopAdvisor enables businesses to effectively engage consumers, encouraging them to become loyal and repeat customers. Its technology focuses on proximity marketing, allowing for tailored interactions that drive foot traffic to brick-and-mortar locations.

Mofang

Seed Round in 2013
Mofang is a Chinese mobile gaming media platform that focuses on online games, specifically in the verticals of Apple and Android gaming. The platform aims to enhance user experience by developing a personalized push mechanism for mobile games and integrating user-generated content for cross-platform information products and services. By catering to the interests of game enthusiasts, Mofang provides a comprehensive space for discovering and enjoying various online games.

Affirmed Networks

Series C in 2013
Affirmed Networks, Inc. specializes in mobile content cloud solutions, offering a range of services aimed at enhancing mobile data networks for customers globally. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Acton, Massachusetts, the company provides virtualization and network functions that include a cloud-based virtual mobile network, service creation tools, and critical data communication services for the telecommunications sector. Its key offerings include the Affirmed Service Automation Platform, which helps mobile operators reduce time-to-market and operational costs for new services, as well as the Affirmed UnityCloud 5G core, a cloud-native solution designed to facilitate the deployment of 5G networks. By integrating advanced technologies like network slicing and optimized IoT access, Affirmed Networks enables communication service providers to scale efficiently while minimizing capital and operational expenditures associated with complex network infrastructures.

Fastback Networks

Series B in 2013
Fastback Networks is a technology company focused on developing innovative mobile infrastructure solutions to meet the growing demands of public and private networks. By leveraging the extensive experience of its team in radio and data networking, the company addresses the challenges associated with 4G and 5G deployment. Fastback Networks specializes in providing backhaul technologies that operate in millimeter-wave and sub-6 GHz bands, introducing technical and economic advancements that facilitate the rapid rollout of high-capacity mobile services. Its solutions empower mobile service providers and enterprises to enhance speed, reliability, and overall user experience, positioning them to capitalize on new markets and applications in the evolving telecommunications landscape.

Mswipe

Series A in 2013
Mswipe is an independent company focused on providing mobile point-of-sale (POS) solutions to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in India. The company specializes in terminal use mobile POS technology that works with various devices such as smartphones, tablets, and computers, enabling merchants to accept debit and credit card payments using their mobile phones. Mswipe aims to link the vast majority of India's 12-15 million SMEs, currently underserved by traditional financial services, to mainstream digital commerce through efficient mobile POS solutions. The company strives to create India’s largest financial services platform for SMEs, with a current focus on expanding its reach across the country.

1006.tv

Series A in 2013
1006.TV develops mobile games, gaming platforms, and related media, along with media evaluation services and information about these products. It provides mobile game rankings, reviews, news, games, video reviews and other media services. It enables users to find and share more interesting mobile games. 1006.TV also provides mobile product reviews, PC-based gaming versions, and more information and functions. It is a key UGC platform in China. As of June 2014, It has 36 million users and 1.7 million active users. Key features of the platform would be the fusion of expression elements that provides a more realistic gaming experience. It has received funds from ClearVue Partners, Matrix Partners, Sequoia Capital, and other venture firms. 1006.TV was established in September 2009, based in Beijing, China.

KV Games

Angel Round in 2013
KV Game is a mobile game research and development company based in China, specializing in the creation, operation, sales, and service of mobile games. The company focuses on the gaming industry, with its flagship title being Super Legends. Through its comprehensive approach, KV Game aims to enhance the gaming experience for users while contributing to the growth of the mobile gaming sector in the region.

Hoodinn

Series A in 2013
Hoodinn Interactive Limited is a mobile social games development and operation company located in Shanghai, China. The firm specializes in the research, development, and management of mobile internet communities and cellphone games. Founded by Hai Ling and Feng Wang, both of whom have extensive experience in the internet sector, Hoodinn benefits from their previous roles in notable companies. Hai Ling has held significant positions, including Senior Vice President at Sheng Da Group and President of both Sheng Da Games and ACTOZ. Feng Wang served as Vice President of Technology at Sheng Da Games. Together, they leverage their expertise to enhance Hoodinn's offerings in the competitive mobile gaming market.

Adelphic

Series A in 2012
Adelphic, Inc. is a company that specializes in a programmatic advertising platform designed to connect brands with audiences across multiple channels. Established in 2011 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, Adelphic offers a user-friendly campaign management portal that enables non-technical users to plan, create, launch, and optimize their advertising campaigns. Its platform features an Audience Cube tool, which captures large volumes of data to create custom audience segments and insights, and includes predictive performance engine solutions. The technology is fully real-time bidding (RTB) enabled, allowing access to a wide range of inventory providers, thus facilitating meaningful consumer engagements across various devices and formats. Adelphic primarily serves agencies, brands, and large media buyers, and has been operating as a subsidiary of Viant Technology Inc. since early 2017.

Affirmed Networks

Series B in 2012
Affirmed Networks, Inc. specializes in mobile content cloud solutions, offering a range of services aimed at enhancing mobile data networks for customers globally. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Acton, Massachusetts, the company provides virtualization and network functions that include a cloud-based virtual mobile network, service creation tools, and critical data communication services for the telecommunications sector. Its key offerings include the Affirmed Service Automation Platform, which helps mobile operators reduce time-to-market and operational costs for new services, as well as the Affirmed UnityCloud 5G core, a cloud-native solution designed to facilitate the deployment of 5G networks. By integrating advanced technologies like network slicing and optimized IoT access, Affirmed Networks enables communication service providers to scale efficiently while minimizing capital and operational expenditures associated with complex network infrastructures.

Skyfire Labs

Series D in 2012
Skyfire Labs, now part of Opera Software since its acquisition in 2013, operates as the Network Solutions division within the company. Founded in 2007 and based in Mountain View, California, Skyfire focuses on enhancing the mobile Internet experience through advanced cloud computing technologies. It specializes in mobile video optimization and cloud services, particularly through its Skyfire Rocket Optimizer, which helps wireless operators save bandwidth by optimizing images for mobile devices. This enables carriers to make more efficient use of cell tower capacity. Additionally, Skyfire offers a free mobile browser that enhances the delivery of rich web media, supporting both operators and consumers in achieving better quality of experience and mobile monetization capabilities.

OrderAhead

Seed Round in 2012
OrderAhead is a food ordering platform that enables users to place mobile orders for pickup at thousands of restaurants and local merchants. The service allows customers to order online for free from a wide range of local dining options, making it easier to discover new takeout venues. By facilitating prepayment, OrderAhead helps users save time by enabling them to skip lines at restaurants. The platform is accessible via both mobile and desktop, catering to the growing demand for convenient food ordering solutions.

Xiaomi Technology

Series C in 2012
Xiaomi Corporation, founded in 2010 and headquartered in Beijing, China, is a prominent technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets smartphones and consumer electronics. The company's product range includes a variety of mobile devices, such as Android-based smartphones and smart home products, like smart TVs, AI speakers, and smart routers. Xiaomi is notable for its innovative approach, often incorporating user feedback into product development, which has fostered a loyal customer base. The company operates through several segments, including smartphones, Internet of Things (IoT) products, and Internet services, offering both hardware and software solutions. Additionally, Xiaomi engages in the retail and wholesale of its products, operates service centers, and has expanded its presence internationally, becoming a leader in markets such as India and gaining traction in Europe. With a commitment to providing quality technology at accessible prices, Xiaomi continues to innovate and adapt within the competitive landscape of the tech industry.

TalkTo

Series A in 2012
TalkTo is a digital messaging platform that allows users to text any local business in the United States and Canada, facilitating seamless communication similar to texting friends. The service ensures users receive a text response, enhancing customer engagement with businesses. Additionally, TalkTo offers a solution for businesses to connect with influencers for marketing campaigns, utilizing AI to suggest influencers based on their audience engagement and providing insights on cost to help manage return on investment. Through its technology, TalkTo enables various communication routes, including chat, email, and SMS, allowing users to interact with businesses and services effortlessly.

SpiderCloud Wireless

Series C in 2012
SpiderCloud Wireless, Inc. specializes in developing small cell network platforms that enhance cellular coverage, capacity, and smart applications for medium to large enterprises and venues. Its flagship product, the Enterprise Radio Access Network (E-RAN) system, comprises a Services Node that can manage over 100 self-organizing small cells, enabling seamless integration of 3G, Wi-Fi, and LTE services. This system allows mobile operators to provide extensive coverage and capacity for thousands of connected devices through a single connection to their core network. SpiderCloud Wireless aims to address the growing demand for reliable mobile services in enterprise environments by simplifying deployment and network configuration. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, the company has additional offices in San Diego, New Jersey, Mexico City, and London. As of 2017, SpiderCloud operates as a subsidiary of Corning Incorporated.

Weidian Group

Venture Round in 2012
Weidian Group is a platform developer that provides e-commerce and social shopping services. The company's platform offers a digital marketplace for WeChat users to shop, allowing businesses to develop SaaS stores and connect with customers. It allows local community stores to sell their products on WeChat/SNS, where vendors may upload product information across many social media channels. It includes functions including product listings, inventory management, payment processing, and customer assistance.

Adelphic

Seed Round in 2012
Adelphic, Inc. is a company that specializes in a programmatic advertising platform designed to connect brands with audiences across multiple channels. Established in 2011 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, Adelphic offers a user-friendly campaign management portal that enables non-technical users to plan, create, launch, and optimize their advertising campaigns. Its platform features an Audience Cube tool, which captures large volumes of data to create custom audience segments and insights, and includes predictive performance engine solutions. The technology is fully real-time bidding (RTB) enabled, allowing access to a wide range of inventory providers, thus facilitating meaningful consumer engagements across various devices and formats. Adelphic primarily serves agencies, brands, and large media buyers, and has been operating as a subsidiary of Viant Technology Inc. since early 2017.

Aquto

Series A in 2012
Aquto, established in 2012 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, operates as a cloud-based service that facilitates mobile data monetization. It offers a sponsored data platform, enabling mobile network operators to generate revenue from their cellular internet data connectivity. Aquto's platform, used as a form of currency, enhances engagement with marketers to fund mobile data sponsorship, benefiting both businesses and consumers. Marketers can improve mobile campaign engagement, while users can access mobile internet through third-party sponsorships.

Skyfire Labs

Series C in 2012
Skyfire Labs, now part of Opera Software since its acquisition in 2013, operates as the Network Solutions division within the company. Founded in 2007 and based in Mountain View, California, Skyfire focuses on enhancing the mobile Internet experience through advanced cloud computing technologies. It specializes in mobile video optimization and cloud services, particularly through its Skyfire Rocket Optimizer, which helps wireless operators save bandwidth by optimizing images for mobile devices. This enables carriers to make more efficient use of cell tower capacity. Additionally, Skyfire offers a free mobile browser that enhances the delivery of rich web media, supporting both operators and consumers in achieving better quality of experience and mobile monetization capabilities.

Mswipe

Seed Round in 2012
Mswipe is an independent company focused on providing mobile point-of-sale (POS) solutions to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in India. The company specializes in terminal use mobile POS technology that works with various devices such as smartphones, tablets, and computers, enabling merchants to accept debit and credit card payments using their mobile phones. Mswipe aims to link the vast majority of India's 12-15 million SMEs, currently underserved by traditional financial services, to mainstream digital commerce through efficient mobile POS solutions. The company strives to create India’s largest financial services platform for SMEs, with a current focus on expanding its reach across the country.

FrameHawk

Series B in 2011
Framehawk is a San Francisco-based software development company that specializes in technology linking desktop applications to mobile devices. Its platform allows businesses to deliver applications and websites to mobile devices, ensuring secure access and full data management. By supporting devices such as iPads, iPhones, and various Android tablets and smartphones, Framehawk enables users to engage in mobile business operations efficiently, even with minimal wireless connectivity. The company focuses on providing solutions that facilitate seamless mobile engagement for customers, employees, partners, and clients.

Huoli

Series B in 2011
HuoLi focuses on the development and operation of client software for mobile phones. It also focuses on providing solutions for mobile internet users’ communication and other kinds of practical demands. The products are related to wireless internet fields such as business information, mobile, LBS, and mobile payment include Flight Manager, Hotel Manager, MaoPao, Pat, and Link the Screen.

SNSplus

Venture Round in 2011
SNSplus, Inc. is a game publisher and developer based in New Taipei City, Taiwan, operating primarily in the Asian market, including Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macao, Japan, and Thailand. Established in 2010, the company specializes in online and mobile gaming, having launched the GAMAGIC platform to enhance user engagement. SNSplus aims to expand its offerings beyond traditional gaming, venturing into various creative online experiences. The company's focus is on providing enjoyable gaming experiences while continuously exploring new avenues within the digital landscape.

SNSplus

Series A in 2011
SNSplus, Inc. is a game publisher and developer based in New Taipei City, Taiwan, operating primarily in the Asian market, including Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macao, Japan, and Thailand. Established in 2010, the company specializes in online and mobile gaming, having launched the GAMAGIC platform to enhance user engagement. SNSplus aims to expand its offerings beyond traditional gaming, venturing into various creative online experiences. The company's focus is on providing enjoyable gaming experiences while continuously exploring new avenues within the digital landscape.

wali

Series B in 2011
Wali is a mobile internet high-tech enterprise that consists of a research team from IT enterprises such as China Mobile, Nokia, Microsoft, Sina, Kingsoft, and more. Wali has years of experience in mobile phone client software development and BOSS development and maintenance. ZiFeiTong, the flagship product of Wali, is the only mobile phone bill inquiry and management software in China which supports the query, statistics, and management of the most important information such phone bills, real-time calls in internet package, balance, mobile traffic, residual information of internet packages, and telephone fare points for China Mobile, China Unicom, and China Telecom users across 336 regions.

Klip

Series A in 2011
Klip, Inc., founded in 2011 and based in Palo Alto, California, develops a mobile application designed for users to capture, share, discover, and view videos. The company distinguishes itself by prioritizing the discovery aspect of video content, alongside offering high-quality streaming tailored for mobile devices. Unlike many other video apps that primarily emphasize video capture and editing, Klip focuses on creating a seamless experience for users to explore and enjoy mobile videos, thereby enhancing social interaction and content engagement among friends. The app is available for free, aiming to build a robust community around video sharing and viewing.

Adelphic

Seed Round in 2011
Adelphic, Inc. is a company that specializes in a programmatic advertising platform designed to connect brands with audiences across multiple channels. Established in 2011 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, Adelphic offers a user-friendly campaign management portal that enables non-technical users to plan, create, launch, and optimize their advertising campaigns. Its platform features an Audience Cube tool, which captures large volumes of data to create custom audience segments and insights, and includes predictive performance engine solutions. The technology is fully real-time bidding (RTB) enabled, allowing access to a wide range of inventory providers, thus facilitating meaningful consumer engagements across various devices and formats. Adelphic primarily serves agencies, brands, and large media buyers, and has been operating as a subsidiary of Viant Technology Inc. since early 2017.

MoboTap

Series A in 2011
MoboTap is a smartphone app developer. They develop mobile applications, mobile cloud computing research, and services. They also develop mobile browsers for android and ios devices.

9tong.com

Seed Round in 2011
9tong.com (久通网) is a commercial social network based on mobile internet. It has received two rounds of venture capital investments from Matrix Partners, Japanese CA Venture Capital, and Redpoint Ventures. 9tong.com was founded in Shanghai, in September, 2011. It expects to establish a real-name commercial social network with a corresponding integrity evaluation system to promote the connection management, working efficiency, and business quality of business people.

ConvenientPower HK

Series B in 2011
ConvenientPower HK Limited specializes in the design and development of wireless power applications tailored for mobile electronics users. The company offers wireless QI charging pads compatible with QI-certified receiver devices, available through retail outlets. Founded in 2006 and located in Shatin, Hong Kong, ConvenientPower HK has established strategic alliances with notable corporations, including Philips & Lite-On Digital Solutions Corp and ON Semiconductor Corporation.

Cheetah Mobile

Series A in 2011
Cheetah Mobile is a mobile internet company founded in 2010 by Robert M. Darroll and Sheng Fu, with its principal office and major research and development center located in Beijing, China. The company develops a range of mobile applications and internet security software, including popular products like Clean Master, CM Security, and Battery Doctor, aimed at enhancing the internet and mobile experience for users globally. Cheetah Mobile also offers various platform products such as Duba.com, Cheetah browser, game centers, and mobile app stores, which serve as entry points for user traffic and distribution channels for content. The company generates revenue primarily through internet-related services, including mobile advertising and premium membership services, and operates in multiple regions, supported by additional research and development centers across China.

iApp4Me

Venture Round in 2011
iApp4Me is a Chinese application platform for iOS application recommendation. Affiliated to Shanghai Tiny Network Technology Co., Ltd. , a technology company focused on mobile internet platforms, iAPP4Me is a service that offers app recommendations, through which users can find out what apps their friends have brought. When the users are checking the apps, they can judge whether the software can be used safely or not. They can do this by checking how many and which friends have downloaded these software.

Aylus Networks

Series D in 2011
Aylus Networks, Inc. specializes in multimedia sharing solutions for mobile networks, focusing on enhancing communication experiences through its MediaShare technology. Founded in 2005 and located in Westford, Massachusetts, the company enables wireless carriers to offer services such as video blogging, video sharing, and video telephony across various wireless networks and devices. Aylus Networks' live video platform integrates seamlessly with existing infrastructure, allowing communication providers to incorporate live videos and rich media into their services, thereby gaining a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Umeng+

Series A in 2011
Umeng+ is a Beijing-based startup providing mobile application analytics solutions. Umeng+ is focused on providing professional mobile-applied statistics analysis tools, utility components, and promotion services for developers in China. The company has helped many mobile development teams better understand users' needs and individual developers promote their products. Umeng+ currently owns a professional team of more than 90 people who are from IT companies such as Google, Baidu, Sohu, Samsung, etc. In 2016 Umeng, CNZZ, and Diyuanxin (缔元信) was merged to form Umeng+ (友盟+).

Adsame

Series B in 2011
AdSame Networks Technology Incorporated is a prominent player in the digital marketing sector, specializing in the development and operation of advanced advertising technology. Founded in 2008 and based in Shanghai, the company has expanded its presence through branch offices in major cities across China, including Beijing and Guangzhou. AdSame operates multiple platforms, including a Demand Side Platform (DSP), a Supply Side Platform (SSP), and a Data Management Platform (DMP), which collectively facilitate efficient ad transactions and audience data integration. Their services encompass a wide range of marketing solutions, such as the Max Brand Ad Network for comprehensive ad management and the AdSame OTV Ad Network for video advertising. Additionally, AdSame provides targeted mobile advertising solutions that leverage user behavior data. The company serves diverse industries, including food and beverage, automotive, beauty care, finance, fashion, IT, and gaming, employing a dedicated team of over 300 professionals to drive innovation and deliver high-quality digital marketing experiences.

Shanghai Muhe Network Technology

Series A in 2011
Shanghai Muhe Network Technology specializes in the development and operation of various types of games, including mobile and web games. The company is known for titles such as "Moka Fantasy" and "Tap Three Kingdoms," and it offers a range of online multiplayer games compatible with platforms like PC, Apple iOS, Google Android, and Microsoft WP7. In addition to developing its own games, Shanghai Muhe Network Technology also publishes outsourced games on a global scale. The company has gained recognition in the gaming industry, having been ranked among the top 50 in the world.

Circle

Angel Round in 2011
Circle is the app that answers the question, "Who’s Around You?" Know when your friends & networks are nearby, wherever you are, no matter where you go. Circle tells you when your friends, or people from your networks (college, work, hometown, professional group, etc.), are near you. You'll be magically notified whenever they're around. Circle is an award-winning app, featured by Apple in over 50 countries and many of the top press publications.

1006.tv

Angel Round in 2011
1006.TV develops mobile games, gaming platforms, and related media, along with media evaluation services and information about these products. It provides mobile game rankings, reviews, news, games, video reviews and other media services. It enables users to find and share more interesting mobile games. 1006.TV also provides mobile product reviews, PC-based gaming versions, and more information and functions. It is a key UGC platform in China. As of June 2014, It has 36 million users and 1.7 million active users. Key features of the platform would be the fusion of expression elements that provides a more realistic gaming experience. It has received funds from ClearVue Partners, Matrix Partners, Sequoia Capital, and other venture firms. 1006.TV was established in September 2009, based in Beijing, China.

Lang Tao Jin Company

Series A in 2010
Lang Tao Jin Co., Ltd. specializes in developing intelligent advertising systems that enhance advertising efficiency for organizations. The company offers a performance advertising platform that leverages advanced technologies such as data mining, artificial intelligence, information integration, and mobile traffic analysis. By focusing on user behavior analysis and monitoring advertising channels, Lang Tao Jin enables precise location-based advertising, which has been shown to improve campaign effectiveness. The company employs a billing system that charges clients based on the effectiveness of the advertising, thereby reducing the financial risk associated with advertising expenditures.

Affirmed Networks

Series A in 2010
Affirmed Networks, Inc. specializes in mobile content cloud solutions, offering a range of services aimed at enhancing mobile data networks for customers globally. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Acton, Massachusetts, the company provides virtualization and network functions that include a cloud-based virtual mobile network, service creation tools, and critical data communication services for the telecommunications sector. Its key offerings include the Affirmed Service Automation Platform, which helps mobile operators reduce time-to-market and operational costs for new services, as well as the Affirmed UnityCloud 5G core, a cloud-native solution designed to facilitate the deployment of 5G networks. By integrating advanced technologies like network slicing and optimized IoT access, Affirmed Networks enables communication service providers to scale efficiently while minimizing capital and operational expenditures associated with complex network infrastructures.

Koogame

Series A in 2010
Shenzhen KooGame Technologies Co., Ltd. is a mobile game development company based in Shenzhen, China, established in 2003. Initially operating as Microsoft Mobile (Shenzhen) Pocket Studio until 2005, KooGame has created several notable games, including MetalWars, Adventures in Wonder, GNG Heroes, and SangoSlayer. MetalWarsII was notably included as a built-in game for various Nokia S60 phones, while SangoSlayer earned the award for Best Console Game at the SinaGame awards in 2008. The company was officially founded as KooGame in 2009 and continues to focus on developing engaging mobile games for smartphones.

Zong

Series A in 2010
Zong is a global mobile payment company that facilitates secure, seamless, and high-conversion rate transactions for online gaming and social networking platforms. By leveraging direct connections with mobile network operators worldwide, Zong offers a robust payment solution in nearly 50 countries and 21 languages, reaching over 3.2 billion mobile users. Its platform combines the advantages of carrier billing and payment card networks, providing a one-click mobile payment option for Android applications. Zong has processed payments for over 10 million unique users and has been recognized for its product innovation. Backed by Advent Venture Partners, Newbury Ventures, and Matrix Partners, Zong was spun off from Echovox in 2010.

SpiderCloud Wireless

Series B in 2010
SpiderCloud Wireless, Inc. specializes in developing small cell network platforms that enhance cellular coverage, capacity, and smart applications for medium to large enterprises and venues. Its flagship product, the Enterprise Radio Access Network (E-RAN) system, comprises a Services Node that can manage over 100 self-organizing small cells, enabling seamless integration of 3G, Wi-Fi, and LTE services. This system allows mobile operators to provide extensive coverage and capacity for thousands of connected devices through a single connection to their core network. SpiderCloud Wireless aims to address the growing demand for reliable mobile services in enterprise environments by simplifying deployment and network configuration. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, the company has additional offices in San Diego, New Jersey, Mexico City, and London. As of 2017, SpiderCloud operates as a subsidiary of Corning Incorporated.

Xageek

Seed Round in 2010
Xi'An Geek Software Technology Co., Ltd. (GeekSoft) is a mobile app publisher that focuses on providing software for Android and iOS systems. At present, GeekSoft has launched two main products, including a free file manager named ""File Expert"" that focuses on the overseas market, and a file sharing app called iShare.

SpiderCloud Wireless

Series A in 2009
SpiderCloud Wireless, Inc. specializes in developing small cell network platforms that enhance cellular coverage, capacity, and smart applications for medium to large enterprises and venues. Its flagship product, the Enterprise Radio Access Network (E-RAN) system, comprises a Services Node that can manage over 100 self-organizing small cells, enabling seamless integration of 3G, Wi-Fi, and LTE services. This system allows mobile operators to provide extensive coverage and capacity for thousands of connected devices through a single connection to their core network. SpiderCloud Wireless aims to address the growing demand for reliable mobile services in enterprise environments by simplifying deployment and network configuration. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, the company has additional offices in San Diego, New Jersey, Mexico City, and London. As of 2017, SpiderCloud operates as a subsidiary of Corning Incorporated.

Skyfire Labs

Series B in 2009
Skyfire Labs, now part of Opera Software since its acquisition in 2013, operates as the Network Solutions division within the company. Founded in 2007 and based in Mountain View, California, Skyfire focuses on enhancing the mobile Internet experience through advanced cloud computing technologies. It specializes in mobile video optimization and cloud services, particularly through its Skyfire Rocket Optimizer, which helps wireless operators save bandwidth by optimizing images for mobile devices. This enables carriers to make more efficient use of cell tower capacity. Additionally, Skyfire offers a free mobile browser that enhances the delivery of rich web media, supporting both operators and consumers in achieving better quality of experience and mobile monetization capabilities.

ConvenientPower HK

Series A in 2009
ConvenientPower HK Limited specializes in the design and development of wireless power applications tailored for mobile electronics users. The company offers wireless QI charging pads compatible with QI-certified receiver devices, available through retail outlets. Founded in 2006 and located in Shatin, Hong Kong, ConvenientPower HK has established strategic alliances with notable corporations, including Philips & Lite-On Digital Solutions Corp and ON Semiconductor Corporation.

Skyfire Labs

Series B in 2008
Skyfire Labs, now part of Opera Software since its acquisition in 2013, operates as the Network Solutions division within the company. Founded in 2007 and based in Mountain View, California, Skyfire focuses on enhancing the mobile Internet experience through advanced cloud computing technologies. It specializes in mobile video optimization and cloud services, particularly through its Skyfire Rocket Optimizer, which helps wireless operators save bandwidth by optimizing images for mobile devices. This enables carriers to make more efficient use of cell tower capacity. Additionally, Skyfire offers a free mobile browser that enhances the delivery of rich web media, supporting both operators and consumers in achieving better quality of experience and mobile monetization capabilities.

ENVIO Networks

Series B in 2008
ENVIO Networks, Inc. offers a platform that enhances the social marketing of mobile content through its envIOWorks platform. This service creates an interactive experience for users across mobile and social networks, facilitating faster content discovery and promoting the use of premium mobile content. Additionally, ENVIO specializes in designing and developing wireless messaging and content management solutions, aiming to optimize the delivery and engagement of mobile media.

Buzzwire

Series B in 2007
Buzzwire is a Denver based mobile startup that streams multimedia content (mostly podcasts) to your mobile phone. There are a variety of mobile podcasting services out there Podlinez and Fonpods (deadpool) are two we've covered. However, these services have emphasized backwards compatibility by playing podcasts on specific phone numbers. Instead, Buzzwire relies on your dataplan, playing lists of media through your mobile browser. Creation and management of these play lists can be handled through their (somewhat ugly) website on your desktop browser. You can either add in content from their library of exiting podcasts to lists or upload your own. It works well on my iPhone, playing audio and video through the Quicktime player.

Buzzwire

Series A in 2007
Buzzwire is a Denver based mobile startup that streams multimedia content (mostly podcasts) to your mobile phone. There are a variety of mobile podcasting services out there Podlinez and Fonpods (deadpool) are two we've covered. However, these services have emphasized backwards compatibility by playing podcasts on specific phone numbers. Instead, Buzzwire relies on your dataplan, playing lists of media through your mobile browser. Creation and management of these play lists can be handled through their (somewhat ugly) website on your desktop browser. You can either add in content from their library of exiting podcasts to lists or upload your own. It works well on my iPhone, playing audio and video through the Quicktime player.
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