Northern Light Venture Capital

Northern Light Venture Capital, established in 2005 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, is a venture capital firm that specializes in early and growth stage investments. The firm, led by a partnership of experienced Chinese executives and returnees, manages approximately $1.5 billion in committed capital across multiple funds. It has invested in over 180 portfolio companies, focusing on sectors such as information technology, new media, telecommunications, clean technologies, consumer services, and healthcare. Notable investments include companies like Meituan.com, Kaixin001.com, and Gogo.com. Northern Light Venture Capital aims to leverage China’s industrial, economic, and human resources to foster exceptional enterprises in the global economy.

Wei Cai

Vice President

Feng Deng

Founding Managing Director

Freeman Ding

Executive Director

Yan Ke

Venture Partner

Jeffrey Lee

Managing Director and Co-Founder

Lei Yang

Partner

Lixin Li

Managing Director

Lu Lin

Executive Director

Simon Sun

Venture Partner

Zheng Wei

Venture Partner

Tony Wu

Partner

Ben Yan

Executive Director

Fiona Yu

Partner

Johnny Zhang

Associate

Zhang Peng

Investment Analyst

Past deals in Consumer Electronics

ECTEK

Post in 2023
ECTEK is a developer and manufacturer specializing in electronic control hardware and software platforms. The company provides a customized and open electronic control platform designed to facilitate the integration of various power systems. Its product offerings include electronically controlled systems for diesel engines, gas engines, and pure electric power, as well as solutions for automated manual transmission (AMT), oil-electric hybrid systems, and fuel cells. Additionally, ECTEK focuses on intelligent network connections and related service systems, enabling customers to achieve seamless integration across their power systems.

Eeasy Tech

Series B in 2022
Eeasy Tech, officially known as Yizhi Electronic Technology Co., Ltd., is a system solution provider specializing in AI machine vision algorithms and SOC chip design. Founded in Zhuhai in 2016, the company operates additional offices in Beijing and Shenzhen. With a workforce of over 100 employees, many of whom are graduates from top domestic universities, the core team possesses extensive experience in SOC chip mass production. The company focuses on independent research and development of intellectual property related to AI acceleration, high-definition display, audio and video codecs, and high-speed digital-analog mixing. Its SOC chip technology is applied across various sectors, including industrial control, consumer electronics, automotive electronics, and smart home solutions. By offering services such as SOC chip design, audiovisual processing, software development, and AI solutions, Eeasy Tech supports clients in their system construction, hardware development, and market expansion efforts.

RiVAI

Series A in 2021
RiVAI Technologies specializes in the development of advanced RISC-V based CPUs and customized System-on-Chip (SoC) designs. The company focuses on delivering high-performance computing solutions for diverse applications, ranging from edge computing to data centers. Additionally, RiVAI develops artificial intelligence chips tailored for Internet of Things (IoT) applications, catering to various sectors such as wearable technology, smart homes, security systems, agriculture, and consumer electronics. By offering low-power yet high-performance core processor chips, RiVAI enables its clients to meet the growing demands of modern computing environments.

BlueX Microelectronics

Series A in 2020
BlueX Microelectronics Corp. Ltd is a fabless semiconductor company that designs, develops and markets ultra-low power wireless systems-on-chip and analog semiconductors for IoT and wearable applications. Power consumption and cost are the main focus areas of our company. Typical end-user applications are IoT, wearable devices, consumer electronics, intelligent sports equipment, wireless medical, remote control, security and toys.

HachiBot

Venture Round in 2020
HachiBot manufactures an intelligent quadruped robot for emotional companionship. Its robot can exist for human self-realization, provide users with company, let users feel love, and convey care. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Chaoyang District, Beijing, China.

Black Sesame Technologies

Series B in 2019
Black Sesame Technologies is an AI digital imaging technology firm founded in 2016, with locations in Silicon Valley and Shanghai. The company specializes in developing solutions for real-world AI challenges, focusing on image processing, computing images, and embedded sensing platforms. It provides advanced algorithms for applications in smartphones, autonomous driving, and various consumer electronics. The firm conducts extensive research and development, including core algorithm development, ASIC design, and software systems for advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). Black Sesame Technologies is committed to innovation, quality, and reliable service, leveraging the extensive industry experience of its team members. The company has designed automotive-grade system-on-chips (SoCs), including the high-computing Huashan Series and the cross-domain Wudang Series, aimed at enhancing intelligent vehicle solutions and driving the future of mobility.

Eeasy Tech

Series A in 2019
Eeasy Tech, officially known as Yizhi Electronic Technology Co., Ltd., is a system solution provider specializing in AI machine vision algorithms and SOC chip design. Founded in Zhuhai in 2016, the company operates additional offices in Beijing and Shenzhen. With a workforce of over 100 employees, many of whom are graduates from top domestic universities, the core team possesses extensive experience in SOC chip mass production. The company focuses on independent research and development of intellectual property related to AI acceleration, high-definition display, audio and video codecs, and high-speed digital-analog mixing. Its SOC chip technology is applied across various sectors, including industrial control, consumer electronics, automotive electronics, and smart home solutions. By offering services such as SOC chip design, audiovisual processing, software development, and AI solutions, Eeasy Tech supports clients in their system construction, hardware development, and market expansion efforts.

BlueX Microelectronics

Series A in 2018
BlueX Microelectronics Corp. Ltd is a fabless semiconductor company that designs, develops and markets ultra-low power wireless systems-on-chip and analog semiconductors for IoT and wearable applications. Power consumption and cost are the main focus areas of our company. Typical end-user applications are IoT, wearable devices, consumer electronics, intelligent sports equipment, wireless medical, remote control, security and toys.

Youdian Technology

Series A in 2018
Youdian Technology Co., Ltd. is a Shenzhen-based company established in 2017 that specializes in the development and manufacturing of Internet of Things (IoT) enabled home products. The company focuses on creating a smart home ecosystem with a diverse range of offerings, including smart door locks, surveillance devices, energy-saving light switches, water filters, air purifiers, and smart toilet seats. By leveraging technology, Youdian Technology aims to enhance residential safety and improve the quality of life for homeowners through innovative smart home solutions.

AncSonic

Series A in 2018
AncSonic manufactures, develops, and sells active noise cancellation reduction components and products. The Company operates as an electrical components manufacturing company. It develops and sells noise reduction components, car noise reduction accessories, and other products. Beijing AncSonic Technology markets its products throughout China.

Viewtrix Technology

Series B in 2018
Viewtrix Technology specializes in the development of display driver chips and circuit boards, focusing on enhancing display resolution and color representation. The company's technologies support a variety of display types, including LCD, LED, and OLED, making them applicable to mobile phones, tablets, and notebooks. By providing these advanced solutions, Viewtrix Technology enables electronics manufacturers to improve the display quality of their products while also reducing costs.

Black Sesame Technologies

Series A in 2018
Black Sesame Technologies is an AI digital imaging technology firm founded in 2016, with locations in Silicon Valley and Shanghai. The company specializes in developing solutions for real-world AI challenges, focusing on image processing, computing images, and embedded sensing platforms. It provides advanced algorithms for applications in smartphones, autonomous driving, and various consumer electronics. The firm conducts extensive research and development, including core algorithm development, ASIC design, and software systems for advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). Black Sesame Technologies is committed to innovation, quality, and reliable service, leveraging the extensive industry experience of its team members. The company has designed automotive-grade system-on-chips (SoCs), including the high-computing Huashan Series and the cross-domain Wudang Series, aimed at enhancing intelligent vehicle solutions and driving the future of mobility.

Eeasy Tech

Angel Round in 2018
Eeasy Tech, officially known as Yizhi Electronic Technology Co., Ltd., is a system solution provider specializing in AI machine vision algorithms and SOC chip design. Founded in Zhuhai in 2016, the company operates additional offices in Beijing and Shenzhen. With a workforce of over 100 employees, many of whom are graduates from top domestic universities, the core team possesses extensive experience in SOC chip mass production. The company focuses on independent research and development of intellectual property related to AI acceleration, high-definition display, audio and video codecs, and high-speed digital-analog mixing. Its SOC chip technology is applied across various sectors, including industrial control, consumer electronics, automotive electronics, and smart home solutions. By offering services such as SOC chip design, audiovisual processing, software development, and AI solutions, Eeasy Tech supports clients in their system construction, hardware development, and market expansion efforts.

Huaqin Technology

Series A in 2017
Huaqin Technology Co. Ltd. is a leading player in the global smartphone and tablet original design manufacturer (ODM) industry, specializing in the research, development, design, and production of intelligent hardware products such as smartphones, tablets, notebooks, servers, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. As a partner of Google, Huaqin supports brand companies in building Android devices that are certified for security and compatibility with Google Mobile Services. The company exports its products to over 100 countries and regions, including Asia, Africa, Latin America, and Europe. Huaqin has achieved significant milestones, shipping more than 200 million mobile phones and over 5 million tablets by 2015. Committed to integrity, diligence, focus, and innovation, Huaqin Technology aims to deliver advanced and competitive products while fostering sustainable development in the technology sector.

Segway

Venture Round in 2017
Segway Inc. designs, develops, and manufactures personal electric transportation devices for both consumers and businesses. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Bedford, New Hampshire, the company produces a range of products including self-balancing scooters, kick scooters, e-bikes, and electric vehicles tailored for various applications. Segway's offerings also include specialized patrollers for law enforcement and private security agencies, suitable for indoor and outdoor environments, as well as wooded trails and urban settings. Additionally, the company provides personal robotics mobility platforms and a variety of accessories, such as hard cases and mounts for smartphones and tablets. Segway markets its products through a network of dealers, distributors, and sales representatives both in the United States and internationally. Segway operates as a subsidiary of Ninebot Inc.

BlueX Microelectronics

Venture Round in 2017
BlueX Microelectronics Corp. Ltd is a fabless semiconductor company that designs, develops and markets ultra-low power wireless systems-on-chip and analog semiconductors for IoT and wearable applications. Power consumption and cost are the main focus areas of our company. Typical end-user applications are IoT, wearable devices, consumer electronics, intelligent sports equipment, wireless medical, remote control, security and toys.

Crossbar

Series D in 2015
Crossbar Inc. specializes in developing and licensing resistive RAM (ReRAM) technology, which offers innovative non-volatile memory solutions for various applications. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, the company’s technology enables the storage of up to one terabyte of data on a chip the size of a postage stamp, providing high performance with low power consumption. Crossbar's ReRAM is designed for use in consumer electronics, mobile devices, enterprise storage systems, and IoT applications such as smart meters and industrial sensors. By allowing for integrated compute and storage subsystems, Crossbar's memory solutions aim to redefine the traditional constraints of flash and DRAM technologies, enhancing both edge and cloud computing capabilities. The company has garnered support from top-tier investors and boasts a team of experts dedicated to advancing memory technology.

Smart Drone

Venture Round in 2015
Smart Drone provides customers with cost-effective UAV solutions.They used aviation logistics, emergency rescue, environmental protection, public safety, and other fields. Their products include flight control, navigation systems, and ground stations. Their ground station is a dual-screen portable ground control station, providing mission planning, attitude control, payload control, remote monitoring, real-time video display, and other functions.

Crossbar

Series C in 2014
Crossbar Inc. specializes in developing and licensing resistive RAM (ReRAM) technology, which offers innovative non-volatile memory solutions for various applications. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, the company’s technology enables the storage of up to one terabyte of data on a chip the size of a postage stamp, providing high performance with low power consumption. Crossbar's ReRAM is designed for use in consumer electronics, mobile devices, enterprise storage systems, and IoT applications such as smart meters and industrial sensors. By allowing for integrated compute and storage subsystems, Crossbar's memory solutions aim to redefine the traditional constraints of flash and DRAM technologies, enhancing both edge and cloud computing capabilities. The company has garnered support from top-tier investors and boasts a team of experts dedicated to advancing memory technology.

Tidal Systems

Venture Round in 2013
TiDAL Systems manufactures and distributes IT-related products to its clients. The company’s product portfolio consists of DRAM, DRAM modules, SSDs, NAND flash, managed NAND, NOR flash, hybrid memory cube, and multichip. It provides its solutions to firms in the automotive, data center, embedded memory, storage data security, and supercomputing industries. TiDAL Systems was founded in 2013.

Crossbar

Series B in 2012
Crossbar Inc. specializes in developing and licensing resistive RAM (ReRAM) technology, which offers innovative non-volatile memory solutions for various applications. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, the company’s technology enables the storage of up to one terabyte of data on a chip the size of a postage stamp, providing high performance with low power consumption. Crossbar's ReRAM is designed for use in consumer electronics, mobile devices, enterprise storage systems, and IoT applications such as smart meters and industrial sensors. By allowing for integrated compute and storage subsystems, Crossbar's memory solutions aim to redefine the traditional constraints of flash and DRAM technologies, enhancing both edge and cloud computing capabilities. The company has garnered support from top-tier investors and boasts a team of experts dedicated to advancing memory technology.

Sentons

Seed Round in 2012
Sentons is a fabless semiconductor company based in Silicon Valley, California, specializing in advanced multi-touch technology through its proprietary SonaTouch™ system. This technology utilizes active ultrasound sensing to address the limitations of traditional projected capacitive and optical technologies. By enabling flush-bezel designs and functioning effectively with a variety of substrates, Sentons supports innovative industrial designs. Its near-zero actuation pressure allows the technology to work seamlessly with fingers, pens, and other pointing devices. Sentons' ultrasonic sensing technology enhances usability across mobile, wearable, PC, and automotive devices, facilitating richer user experiences through virtualized buttons and edge-gesture capture. This versatility enables the integration of multi-touch capabilities into a broad array of consumer and industrial electronics.

ShineOn

Series C in 2011
Shineon (Beijing) Technology Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise based in China, specializing in the development and manufacturing of high-brightness LED (HB LED) packaging products and chip technologies. The company focuses on delivering high-quality, reliable LED solutions with low thermal resistance and consistent color temperature, catering to various applications including LCD backlighting and solid-state lighting. Shineon's innovative approach includes the creation of optoelectronic devices and module technologies that support high-power and smart lighting systems, as well as miniLED displays for sectors such as virtual production and extended reality. Established by experts in the field, the company is backed by foreign investors and is committed to advancing LED technology without the need for additional electronic components in its lighting solutions.

GigaDevice

Venture Round in 2011
GigaDevice is a leading fabless semiconductor company established in 2005 in Mainland China, specializing in Non-Volatile Memory (NVM) devices and advanced chip design. The company offers a diverse range of high-speed and low-power memory products, including SPI NOR Flash, SPI NAND Flash, and microcontrollers based on ARM Cortex-M3 architecture. GigaDevice serves various applications in embedded systems, consumer electronics, and mobile communications. With a workforce that emphasizes research and development, over 55% of its employees are dedicated to innovation, ensuring the company's competitive edge in the market. GigaDevice has achieved several milestones in the industry, including the development of China’s first SPI NOR Flash and SPI NAND Flash products. The company operates within a collaborative manufacturing model, leveraging strong relationships with foundry partners to enhance technology, manufacturing cost, and capacity, positioning itself effectively against traditional integrated device manufacturers.

ShineOn

Series B in 2010
Shineon (Beijing) Technology Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise based in China, specializing in the development and manufacturing of high-brightness LED (HB LED) packaging products and chip technologies. The company focuses on delivering high-quality, reliable LED solutions with low thermal resistance and consistent color temperature, catering to various applications including LCD backlighting and solid-state lighting. Shineon's innovative approach includes the creation of optoelectronic devices and module technologies that support high-power and smart lighting systems, as well as miniLED displays for sectors such as virtual production and extended reality. Established by experts in the field, the company is backed by foreign investors and is committed to advancing LED technology without the need for additional electronic components in its lighting solutions.

Actions Semiconductor

Series A in 2005
Actions Semiconductor Co., Ltd. is a Chinese fabless semiconductor company providing comprehensive portable multimedia and mobile internet system-on-a-chip (SoC) solutions for portable consumer electronics. Actions Semiconductor’s portfolio of products includes SoCs, firmware, software, solution development kits, as well as detailed specifications of other required components. It also provides total product and technology solutions that allow customers to quickly introduce new portable consumer electronics to the mass market. The company is headquartered in the coastal city of Zhuhai, China, with offices in Shanghai and Shenzhen. On November 30, 2005, its initial public offering of American depositary shares on the NASDAQ Global Market raised US$72 million.
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