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.
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Feng Deng
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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
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Zhang Peng
Investment Analyst
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Infinigence
Series A in 2023
Infinigence is dedicated to providing AGI computing power solutions based on its large model energy efficiency optimization tools, with the goal of resolving the challenge of efficient and unified deployment of large model algorithms to large computing power chips.
Quick Sensing
Angel Round in 2023
Quick Sensing is a high-pressure-pressure automotive sensor developer.
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.
Huahuixin Group
Series B in 2022
"Huahuixin" was established in 2017. Its core capabilities are the design, development and production of micro-nano structured optical chips and laser chips, which are in the upstream chip manufacturing link of the optoelectronics industry. There are two main business models: on the one hand, relying on high-end optoelectronic chip technology capabilities to provide joint R&D and foundry services for optoelectronic chip design companies; on the other hand, based on the team's technical capabilities in micro-nano structured optical chips and laser chips, Independent research and development, design and large-scale production of optoelectronic products.
H-CHIP TECH
Venture Round in 2022
H-CHIP TECH is a high-end optoelectronic process R&D and foundry. It is headquartered in Tianjin, China.
TenaFe
Series B in 2021
TenaFe, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in the development of solid-state drive (SSD) controllers aimed at enhancing data storage solutions across various platforms, including client devices, data centers, and emerging edge applications. Founded in 2018 and based in Campbell, California, TenaFe leverages its patented technology to deliver SSDs characterized by exceptional reliability, performance, and energy efficiency. These innovations serve a diverse array of devices, from connected gadgets and personal computers to large-scale data center operations, ultimately improving storage reliability and energy consumption for its clients.
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.
Omnisensing Photonics
Series A in 2021
OmniSensing Photonics specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced photonics sensing solutions, focusing on high-end laser sensing technology and LiDAR products. The company offers a range of innovative products, including the DFS-2 dual fiber sensor module, POF-48 multi-channel optical sensing probe, and MV-H compact laser vibrometer sensor, which are designed for accurate vibration and displacement measurements in various scientific and industrial applications. By utilizing photonics integrated circuits and coherent communication, OmniSensing aims to transform traditional 3D technologies and cater to emerging fields such as precision manufacturing, machine vision, and autonomous driving. The company is dedicated to delivering customer-focused solutions that leverage cutting-edge photonics chip and packaging technologies.
InnoStar Semiconductor
Seed Round in 2021
InnoStar Semiconductor specializes in developing and providing advanced semiconductor storage solutions, particularly focusing on resistive random access memory (ReRam) technology. This innovative approach offers high performance and low power consumption, catering to various industries including information security, Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and cloud computing. By commercializing ReRam memory chips, InnoStar aims to enhance storage capabilities and intelligent computing, setting new industry standards while addressing the growing demands for efficient data processing and storage solutions.
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.
SMEC
Venture Round in 2020
SMEC provides foundry services focusing on technology solutions for power, connection, and sensor signal chain.
Deptrum
Series A in 2019
Deptrum Limited, founded in 2018 by three scientists from Silicon Valley, specializes in developing optical technology and 3D vision solutions. Headquartered in Shanghai, with an additional location in Shenzhen, the company offers a full-stack solution that encompasses both hardware and software, leveraging nanophotonics and artificial intelligence to enhance machine perception of the 3D world. Deptrum's proprietary technology is designed for diverse applications across multiple sectors, including intelligent terminals, augmented and virtual reality, intelligent security, robotics, and automated medical devices. Their innovations include the world's first non-VCSEL structured light solution, which powers a variety of AIoT devices, such as mobile robots and AR devices, enabling enhanced interaction with the environment.
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.
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.
Denglin Technology
Venture Round in 2018
Denglin Technology Co., Ltd., founded in 2017 and headquartered in Shanghai, China, specializes in developing innovative computing platforms with a focus on artificial intelligence. The company is notable for its independent innovation in GPGPU core technology, creating a range of GPU+ products that serve as general-purpose processors and accelerators. These products address the technology gaps in the domestic high-performance GPU sector and have been successfully commercialized across various industry applications. With a core team comprised of experienced professionals from leading chip design companies, Denglin Technology emphasizes versatility and efficiency in its solutions. The company actively develops software-defined heterogeneous artificial intelligence computing platforms that support popular AI frameworks and operators. Additionally, Denglin operates R&D centers in Silicon Valley, Chengdu, Hangzhou, and Beijing, reflecting its commitment to advancing cutting-edge AI technology and meeting market demands through independent research and development.
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.
OURS
Series A in 2017
OURS Technology Inc., founded in 2017 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, specializes in developing sensor fusion and optical sensing technologies tailored for autonomous driving and robotic applications. The company focuses on creating advanced lidar devices and proximity sensors integrated within semiconductor chips, which offer a compact alternative to traditional bulky and spinning sensors. By leveraging proprietary solid-state designs, OURS Technology aims to enhance the capabilities of optical sensing, thereby facilitating the mass production of efficient sensors for various autonomous applications. This innovative approach seeks to empower emerging sensing markets at the intersection of electronics and photonics while assisting industrial clients in reducing costs and maintenance challenges associated with conventional sensing solutions.
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.
OSIGHT
Angel Round in 2016
OSIGHT is a high-tech company that uses lidar technology to develop intelligent photoelectric sensing products. They specialize in R&D, production, sales, and related technical services. The company's technical support and resource integration capabilities are exceptional.
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.
XPECT Vision
Angel Round in 2015
Xpect Vision, founded in 2015, is a high-tech company specializing in the development of innovative medical imaging technologies. The company focuses on photon-counting X-ray imaging and is advancing the field with the creation of high-speed, high-definition imaging chips. Xpect Vision manufactures imaging chips that utilize digital X-ray imaging technology and CMOS X-ray detection methods, which are designed to enhance medical detection services. These products aim to improve the accuracy of cancer diagnoses, enabling physicians to deliver more efficient and effective healthcare solutions. Through its commitment to disruptive technology development, Xpect Vision is positioning itself as a leader in the future of imaging technology.
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.
ThunderSoft
Venture Round in 2011
ThunderSoft is a provider of operating system technologies, superior products and solutions, experts in mobile, IoT, automotive, and enterprise. Headquartered in Beijing and listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (SZ: 300496). It has established strong partnerships with the world-leading technology companies, including semiconductors, components, terminal devices, and software and Internet providers, as well as mobile carriers, bringing the company a unique vertical integration advantage in creating high-quality intelligent devices. ThunderSoft has more than 30 R&D centers and offices in China and a global presence in Germany, Ukraine, Finland, Bulgaria, Japan, South Korea, India, Malaysia, Singapore, Canada, and the U.S. For more information, please visit www.thundersoft.com .
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.
Anji Microelectronics Technology
Venture Round in 2011
Anji Microelectronics Technology Shanghai is a research and development and industrialization of key semiconductor materials. They are production, sales, and technical services. They provide customers with corresponding products and solutions.
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.
Telegent Systems
Series C in 2007
Telegent Systems, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in Sunnyvale, California, established in 2004. The company specializes in the development and marketing of high-performance analog CMOS RF and mixed-signal system-on-a-chip solutions. Telegent Systems focuses on creating products that facilitate the reception, processing, and output of free-to-air analog broadcast television, primarily for mobile handsets and portable media devices. By leveraging its expertise in RF mixed-signal design, communications signal processing, and multimedia processing, Telegent aims to capitalize on new market opportunities in communications and computing platforms. Its operations extend across various regions, including Southeast Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, China, and the Russian Federation/CIS.
UNISOC
Series D in 2006
UNISOC is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in the research and development of core chipsets for mobile communications and the Internet of Things (IoT). The company produces a wide range of products, including mobile chipset platforms that support various communication standards such as 2G, 3G, and 4G, as well as RF chipsets, wireless connection chipsets, security chipsets, TV chipsets, and image sensor chipsets. With a global workforce of over 4,500 employees and numerous research and development centers, UNISOC ranks among the top three suppliers of mobile baseband chipsets worldwide and is the largest pan-chip supplier in China. The company's offerings enable access to advanced technologies, including 5G and artificial intelligence, for consumer and industrial electronics.
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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