Qualcomm Ventures is the investment arm of Qualcomm Incorporated, established in 2000 to focus on strategic investments in early-stage high-technology ventures, particularly within the wireless sector. With a commitment of $500 million, Qualcomm Ventures has built a diverse portfolio of over 150 active companies and achieved more than 20 successful exits, including notable firms such as Cruise Automation and Fitbit. The organization operates globally, establishing regional funds in strategic markets such as Korea, Japan, China, and Europe to foster local innovation. Qualcomm Ventures seeks to invest between $500,000 and $10 million primarily at the expansion stage, targeting emerging technologies and business models that enhance the mobile technology ecosystem and complement Qualcomm's existing products and services. Through its investments, Qualcomm Ventures aims to connect entrepreneurs with essential resources and industry expertise to drive their success.
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Carlos Kokron
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Past deals in Wireless
Cavli Wireless
Series A in 2023
Cavli Wireless is a provider of integrated solutions for the Internet of Things (IoT), specializing in eSIM-enabled cellular connectivity and compute modules that come preloaded with global connectivity options. The company focuses on simplifying IoT deployment by offering a comprehensive platform that combines IoT modules, connectivity management, and a device management solution in a subscription-based model. This approach addresses network access challenges and modem management, allowing clients to efficiently harness IoT capabilities for digital transformation and growth. By streamlining the complexities of IoT infrastructure, Cavli Wireless enables businesses to develop and implement their IoT strategies effectively.
CoreTigo
Series B in 2021
CoreTigo Ltd. specializes in developing secure wireless network systems tailored for Internet of Things (IoT) applications, particularly in industrial settings. The company's technology facilitates machine-to-machine (M2M) communication, enhancing operations in areas such as factory automation, warehouse management, and robotics. CoreTigo's product offerings include the O Link Wireless master, which enables effective data transfer and diagnostics between devices, and an IO-Link device system on module (SoM) that manages process data for actuators and sensors. By adhering to the IO-Link Wireless global standard, CoreTigo's solutions are designed to operate in challenging environments, providing reliable connectivity for a wide range of industrial devices. Their innovations promote increased flexibility, productivity, and cost-effectiveness in manufacturing processes, ultimately leading to improved operational efficiency and reduced downtime. Headquartered in Kadima, Israel, CoreTigo serves machine builders, system integrators, and industrial equipment manufacturers worldwide.
Reliance Jio
Private Equity Round in 2020
Reliance Jio Infocomm is a company providing wireless telecom products and services. The company offers voice, data, and messaging services, as well as distributes smartphones and hotspot devices. Its areas of research, development and new service deployment include blockchain, artificial intelligence, open source platforms, IOT, data analytics, and next-gen cloud services.
Affirmed Networks
Venture Round in 2019
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.
CoreTigo
Series A in 2019
CoreTigo Ltd. specializes in developing secure wireless network systems tailored for Internet of Things (IoT) applications, particularly in industrial settings. The company's technology facilitates machine-to-machine (M2M) communication, enhancing operations in areas such as factory automation, warehouse management, and robotics. CoreTigo's product offerings include the O Link Wireless master, which enables effective data transfer and diagnostics between devices, and an IO-Link device system on module (SoM) that manages process data for actuators and sensors. By adhering to the IO-Link Wireless global standard, CoreTigo's solutions are designed to operate in challenging environments, providing reliable connectivity for a wide range of industrial devices. Their innovations promote increased flexibility, productivity, and cost-effectiveness in manufacturing processes, ultimately leading to improved operational efficiency and reduced downtime. Headquartered in Kadima, Israel, CoreTigo serves machine builders, system integrators, and industrial equipment manufacturers worldwide.
eero
Series D in 2017
Eero offers a Wi-Fi system for household use. A set of three eeros covers the typical home. They work in unison to deliver hyper-fast, super-stable WiFi to every nook of every room. Stream video or email friends from anywhere in your home. And from your backyard, too.
WebRadar
Venture Round in 2016
WebRadar is a Telecom Engineering company focused in quality, performance and optimization management. To achieve these objectives, it develops software systems for wireless and wireline telecom operators and telemetry systems for road transport management and gas station management. The company generates business intelligence by processing large volumes of unstructured data for companies spread around the world.
Siklu
Series D in 2015
Siklu Communication Ltd. specializes in developing gigabit throughput E-band and V-band radios for a diverse range of clients, including service providers, mobile operators, and government entities. The company offers various solutions such as small cell backhaul, LTE and WiFi backhaul, business and residential broadband connectivity, and smart city networks. Founded in 2007 and based in Petach Tikva, Israel, Siklu's products leverage millimeter wave technology to provide reliable, high-capacity wireless connectivity in urban, suburban, and rural environments. Their offerings are designed to meet the demands of modern telecommunications, including applications for 5G backhaul, while maintaining competitive performance and scalability.
Siklu
Series C in 2015
Siklu Communication Ltd. specializes in developing gigabit throughput E-band and V-band radios for a diverse range of clients, including service providers, mobile operators, and government entities. The company offers various solutions such as small cell backhaul, LTE and WiFi backhaul, business and residential broadband connectivity, and smart city networks. Founded in 2007 and based in Petach Tikva, Israel, Siklu's products leverage millimeter wave technology to provide reliable, high-capacity wireless connectivity in urban, suburban, and rural environments. Their offerings are designed to meet the demands of modern telecommunications, including applications for 5G backhaul, while maintaining competitive performance and scalability.
Fon
Debt Financing in 2015
Fon is a WiFi provider that utilizes a community-driven approach to create a globally connected WiFi network. The company partners with major telecommunication and WiFi providers, including notable firms such as British Telecom, Deutsche Telekom, and Vodafone, to facilitate seamless interconnection between WiFi networks. Fon's services are designed to simplify the management and operation of WiFi for operators and enterprises, ensuring that clients receive carrier-grade WiFi solutions that are secure, scalable, and flexible. This strategic model enables Fon to enhance connectivity for users while supporting its partners in delivering reliable wireless internet services.
Cavendish Kinetics
Venture Round in 2014
Cavendish Kinetics, Inc. specializes in designing, manufacturing, and marketing tunable components for RF circuits utilized in various consumer wireless devices, including cellular handsets, laptops, and tablets. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with an additional office in s-Hertogenbosch, the Netherlands, the company focuses on addressing key challenges in the wireless industry by enabling the integration of more features without increasing device size or complexity. Its innovative tunable RF solutions, developed through advanced RF MEMS technology and proprietary semiconductor processes, enhance RF signaling, improve performance, and reduce power consumption. This results in a better user experience and increased network efficiency for cellular operators. The company's technology not only enhances voice and web browsing for users of 3G and 4G devices but also simplifies the design process for manufacturers by reducing component count, leading to cost-effective and efficient wireless devices. Cavendish Kinetics operates as a subsidiary of Qorvo, Inc.
Telcare
Series C in 2014
Telcare wirelessly bridges the last mile between patients and physicians for the care of chronic illness using machine-2-machine cellular technology. The Company's first product in development is the TelCheck glucose meter, which automatically relays home glucose testing data to the physician or care manager and displays immediate clinical feedback and coaching on the screen of the meter. Telcare recently won the people's choice award at the 2009 CTIA show in San Diego, CA
Fon
Venture Round in 2014
Fon is a WiFi provider that utilizes a community-driven approach to create a globally connected WiFi network. The company partners with major telecommunication and WiFi providers, including notable firms such as British Telecom, Deutsche Telekom, and Vodafone, to facilitate seamless interconnection between WiFi networks. Fon's services are designed to simplify the management and operation of WiFi for operators and enterprises, ensuring that clients receive carrier-grade WiFi solutions that are secure, scalable, and flexible. This strategic model enables Fon to enhance connectivity for users while supporting its partners in delivering reliable wireless internet services.
Fitbit
Series D in 2013
Fitbit is a company focused on promoting healthier lifestyles through its digital health and fitness devices. It develops the Fitbit Tracker, a compact wireless wearable sensor that automatically monitors various aspects of a user's activities, including calories burned, sleep quality, steps taken, and distance traveled. This device continuously collects data while worn throughout the day, which is then wirelessly uploaded to a dedicated website. Users can access their information to track progress toward personal health goals, engage with a motivational interface, and share achievements with friends, family, and co-workers. Additionally, the platform allows users to manually log nutrition, weight, and other health metrics, providing a comprehensive overview of their well-being. By automating health data collection and offering an engaging user experience, Fitbit aims to simplify the journey toward a healthier lifestyle.
Fon
Venture Round in 2013
Fon is a WiFi provider that utilizes a community-driven approach to create a globally connected WiFi network. The company partners with major telecommunication and WiFi providers, including notable firms such as British Telecom, Deutsche Telekom, and Vodafone, to facilitate seamless interconnection between WiFi networks. Fon's services are designed to simplify the management and operation of WiFi for operators and enterprises, ensuring that clients receive carrier-grade WiFi solutions that are secure, scalable, and flexible. This strategic model enables Fon to enhance connectivity for users while supporting its partners in delivering reliable wireless internet services.
Validity Sensors
Series E in 2012
Founded in 2000 and based in San Jose, California, Validity Sensors specializes in Natural ID™ authentication technology, focusing on fingerprint sensor solutions. The company is recognized as a leader in this field, offering high-performance and secure solutions that are also cost-effective and adaptable in design. Validity's products are particularly suited for the increasing demand in mobile payment systems and cloud-based services, addressing the inadequacies of traditional passwords and PINs, which can be easily compromised or difficult for users to remember. By utilizing unique human characteristics such as fingerprints, Validity's Natural ID technology enhances usability while maintaining robust security. In addition to fingerprint authentication, the company also provides identity verification, centralized management for corporate network security, and secure wireless transactions, contributing to the protection of sensitive data and physical access control.
PowerCloud Systems
Series B in 2011
PowerCloud Systems specializes in providing cloud-managed networking solutions tailored for environments like hotels, retail chains, restaurants, and managed care facilities. The company's flagship technology, CloudCommand, equips original equipment manufacturers and service providers with effective tools to integrate comprehensive cloud capabilities into both new and existing networking hardware. This platform allows IT administrators to easily deploy, configure, secure, and manage various networking devices from a centralized point, regardless of their physical location. By partnering with leading networking vendors, PowerCloud Systems enhances wireless access points and routers, facilitating efficient network management for thousands of organizations.
Siklu
Series B in 2011
Siklu Communication Ltd. specializes in developing gigabit throughput E-band and V-band radios for a diverse range of clients, including service providers, mobile operators, and government entities. The company offers various solutions such as small cell backhaul, LTE and WiFi backhaul, business and residential broadband connectivity, and smart city networks. Founded in 2007 and based in Petach Tikva, Israel, Siklu's products leverage millimeter wave technology to provide reliable, high-capacity wireless connectivity in urban, suburban, and rural environments. Their offerings are designed to meet the demands of modern telecommunications, including applications for 5G backhaul, while maintaining competitive performance and scalability.
Validity Sensors
Series D in 2010
Founded in 2000 and based in San Jose, California, Validity Sensors specializes in Natural ID™ authentication technology, focusing on fingerprint sensor solutions. The company is recognized as a leader in this field, offering high-performance and secure solutions that are also cost-effective and adaptable in design. Validity's products are particularly suited for the increasing demand in mobile payment systems and cloud-based services, addressing the inadequacies of traditional passwords and PINs, which can be easily compromised or difficult for users to remember. By utilizing unique human characteristics such as fingerprints, Validity's Natural ID technology enhances usability while maintaining robust security. In addition to fingerprint authentication, the company also provides identity verification, centralized management for corporate network security, and secure wireless transactions, contributing to the protection of sensitive data and physical access control.
Pantech
Venture Round in 2009
Pantech is a Korean company that manufactures mobile phones. The company markets its smartphones under the brand name “VEGA”. Its portfolio of VEGA products includes VEGA LTE: a motion recognition smartphone; VEGA No. 6: a smartphone with a full HD screen; VEGA Iron: a smartphone with metal rim design; and VEGA Secret Note and VEGA Secret UP: smartphones featuring fingerprint recognition technology. Pantech also markets its products overseas through its relationships with partners in the strategic markets of the United States and Japan. Pantech Wireless is an Atlanta-based subsidiary of Pantech & Curitel and Pantech Co., Ltd. that researches, markets, and develops wireless handsets and telecommunications products throughout North America as a part of the Pantech Group. Pantech was ranked first for 10 consecutive times in the Supplier Performance Review carried out by AT&T, the largest telecommunications carrier in the United States. Pantech was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.
Arieso
Venture Round in 2009
Arieso Ltd. provides subscriber experience geo-location, capital budget management, and automatic network optimization solutions for wireless operators and service providers. It offers ariesoGEO, a mobile network performance monitoring and optimization solution; ariesoDNA, a network adaptation solution; ariesoCMP, a capital management and planning solution; and ariesoACP, an automatic cell planning and network optimization solution. The company also provides consulting, support, and maintenance services. Its solutions are used to focus on the actual subscriber experience, automate network design/optimization, and manage network capital budget programs. Arieso Ltd. was founded in 2002 and is based in Newbury, the United Kingdom with additional offices internationally.
Validity Sensors
Series C in 2009
Founded in 2000 and based in San Jose, California, Validity Sensors specializes in Natural ID™ authentication technology, focusing on fingerprint sensor solutions. The company is recognized as a leader in this field, offering high-performance and secure solutions that are also cost-effective and adaptable in design. Validity's products are particularly suited for the increasing demand in mobile payment systems and cloud-based services, addressing the inadequacies of traditional passwords and PINs, which can be easily compromised or difficult for users to remember. By utilizing unique human characteristics such as fingerprints, Validity's Natural ID technology enhances usability while maintaining robust security. In addition to fingerprint authentication, the company also provides identity verification, centralized management for corporate network security, and secure wireless transactions, contributing to the protection of sensitive data and physical access control.
Wilocity
Seed Round in 2008
Wilocity Ltd. develops 60 GHz wireless chipsets for the notebook and peripheral markets. Its wireless solution provides gigabit wireless networking and point-to-point connectivity. The company's gigabit wireless semiconductor solution brings a desktop experience to mobile computers. Wilocity Ltd. was founded in 2007 and is based in Caesarea, Israel.
Arieso
Venture Round in 2008
Arieso Ltd. provides subscriber experience geo-location, capital budget management, and automatic network optimization solutions for wireless operators and service providers. It offers ariesoGEO, a mobile network performance monitoring and optimization solution; ariesoDNA, a network adaptation solution; ariesoCMP, a capital management and planning solution; and ariesoACP, an automatic cell planning and network optimization solution. The company also provides consulting, support, and maintenance services. Its solutions are used to focus on the actual subscriber experience, automate network design/optimization, and manage network capital budget programs. Arieso Ltd. was founded in 2002 and is based in Newbury, the United Kingdom with additional offices internationally.
Validity Sensors
Series B in 2007
Founded in 2000 and based in San Jose, California, Validity Sensors specializes in Natural ID™ authentication technology, focusing on fingerprint sensor solutions. The company is recognized as a leader in this field, offering high-performance and secure solutions that are also cost-effective and adaptable in design. Validity's products are particularly suited for the increasing demand in mobile payment systems and cloud-based services, addressing the inadequacies of traditional passwords and PINs, which can be easily compromised or difficult for users to remember. By utilizing unique human characteristics such as fingerprints, Validity's Natural ID technology enhances usability while maintaining robust security. In addition to fingerprint authentication, the company also provides identity verification, centralized management for corporate network security, and secure wireless transactions, contributing to the protection of sensitive data and physical access control.
GoTV Networks
Series B in 2007
GoTV Networks was a leading mobile media network that specialized in creating rich media applications and syndicating original content for various brands and media owners, including prominent names like the NFL and Sony. The company focused on delivering engaging and personalized content experiences through smart applications, reaching a wide audience via partnerships with major wireless carriers such as AT&T, Verizon, and Sprint. GoTV's expertise in technology, syndication, and production enabled it to be a preferred partner for brands and agencies seeking innovative mobile solutions. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, GoTV Networks played a significant role in the mobile media landscape until its acquisition in mid-2011.
Discera
Series C in 2007
Discera, Inc. is a fabless analog semiconductor company that specializes in the manufacture and distribution of silicon resonators for the radio frequency (RF) and timing control markets. The company offers a range of products, including CMOS resonator-based oscillators, RF circuits, clock frequency devices, and resonator-based frequency control components. These products find applications in various consumer and mobile devices, such as cellular radios, cameras, MP3 players, GPS units, disk drives, and television players, as well as in military equipment. Discera distributes its products through a network of distributors both in the United States and internationally.
Validity Sensors
Series A in 2006
Founded in 2000 and based in San Jose, California, Validity Sensors specializes in Natural ID™ authentication technology, focusing on fingerprint sensor solutions. The company is recognized as a leader in this field, offering high-performance and secure solutions that are also cost-effective and adaptable in design. Validity's products are particularly suited for the increasing demand in mobile payment systems and cloud-based services, addressing the inadequacies of traditional passwords and PINs, which can be easily compromised or difficult for users to remember. By utilizing unique human characteristics such as fingerprints, Validity's Natural ID technology enhances usability while maintaining robust security. In addition to fingerprint authentication, the company also provides identity verification, centralized management for corporate network security, and secure wireless transactions, contributing to the protection of sensitive data and physical access control.
AirPlay Network
Series B in 2006
AirPlay creates and produces games that allow consumers to use their cell phones to play along with their favorite television programs. Merging 110 million US television households with 200 million mobile handsets, AirPlay offers consumers a fun and unique way to interact with live television while competing against their friends, family or a national television audience. For its wireless and television industry partners, AirPlay offers a proprietary platform and service infrastructure which enables incremental revenue streams without partner capital investment
Bitfone Corporation
Series D in 2006
Bitfone offers mProve software, a software solution that helps wireless service providers do over-the-air mobile repairs and upgrades.
Discera
Venture Round in 2005
Discera, Inc. is a fabless analog semiconductor company that specializes in the manufacture and distribution of silicon resonators for the radio frequency (RF) and timing control markets. The company offers a range of products, including CMOS resonator-based oscillators, RF circuits, clock frequency devices, and resonator-based frequency control components. These products find applications in various consumer and mobile devices, such as cellular radios, cameras, MP3 players, GPS units, disk drives, and television players, as well as in military equipment. Discera distributes its products through a network of distributors both in the United States and internationally.
AirPlay Network
Series A in 2005
AirPlay creates and produces games that allow consumers to use their cell phones to play along with their favorite television programs. Merging 110 million US television households with 200 million mobile handsets, AirPlay offers consumers a fun and unique way to interact with live television while competing against their friends, family or a national television audience. For its wireless and television industry partners, AirPlay offers a proprietary platform and service infrastructure which enables incremental revenue streams without partner capital investment
Digit Wireless
Series C in 2005
Digit Wireless, operates as a user interface innovation company. It offers Fastap keypad technology solutions that enable to discover, access, and use messaging, mobile data, and voice services. The company licenses its technology to mobile manufacturers and operators. Digit Wireless, Inc. was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts with additional offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, London, and Seoul.
Bitfone Corporation
Series C in 2005
Bitfone offers mProve software, a software solution that helps wireless service providers do over-the-air mobile repairs and upgrades.
Enorbus
Venture Round in 2004
Enorbus provides wireless entertainment services internationally. Enorbus develops and distributes wireless applications on an original equipment manufacturer basis through third parties, including global and regional handset manufacturers, foreign content aggregators, and regional mobile operators. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Beijing, China. As of March 19, 2007, Enorbus Technologies Limited is a subsidiary of Walt Disney Internet Group.
Digit Wireless
Series B in 2004
Digit Wireless, operates as a user interface innovation company. It offers Fastap keypad technology solutions that enable to discover, access, and use messaging, mobile data, and voice services. The company licenses its technology to mobile manufacturers and operators. Digit Wireless, Inc. was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts with additional offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, London, and Seoul.
JAMDAT Mobile
Series D in 2003
JAMDAT Mobile is a wireless game developer and publisher based in Los Angeles, specializing in mobile entertainment applications for various cell platforms. The company offers a diverse range of products, including games, ringtones, images, and other digital content. With a global presence, JAMDAT employs individuals in cities such as Honolulu, Montreal, Tokyo, London, Bucharest, and Hyderabad. In December 2005, JAMDAT was acquired by Electronic Arts, integrating its operations into the EA Mobile division, with former CEO Mitch Lasky overseeing mobile gaming initiatives worldwide.
JAMDAT Mobile
Series C in 2002
JAMDAT Mobile is a wireless game developer and publisher based in Los Angeles, specializing in mobile entertainment applications for various cell platforms. The company offers a diverse range of products, including games, ringtones, images, and other digital content. With a global presence, JAMDAT employs individuals in cities such as Honolulu, Montreal, Tokyo, London, Bucharest, and Hyderabad. In December 2005, JAMDAT was acquired by Electronic Arts, integrating its operations into the EA Mobile division, with former CEO Mitch Lasky overseeing mobile gaming initiatives worldwide.
Airvana
Venture Round in 2002
Airvana, Inc. specializes in small cell solutions designed to enhance communication applications for wireless networks. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, the company provides a range of products, including 4G LTE and 3G small cell solutions aimed at improving voice coverage, data performance, and capacity for wireless services. Airvana's offerings include enterprise LTE small cells like OneCell, which is a cloud RAN system, as well as consumer and small office small cells. The company also develops small cell management and self-organizing network (SON) systems to support extensive small cell deployments. Its product portfolio enables wireless operators to deliver high-quality multimedia services, including internet access, email, and video, to users of mobile devices. Airvana maintains strategic partnerships with leading technology companies to enhance its capabilities in the telecommunications sector. The company also has development centers in Chelmsford and Bengaluru, India.
JAMDAT Mobile
Series B in 2001
JAMDAT Mobile is a wireless game developer and publisher based in Los Angeles, specializing in mobile entertainment applications for various cell platforms. The company offers a diverse range of products, including games, ringtones, images, and other digital content. With a global presence, JAMDAT employs individuals in cities such as Honolulu, Montreal, Tokyo, London, Bucharest, and Hyderabad. In December 2005, JAMDAT was acquired by Electronic Arts, integrating its operations into the EA Mobile division, with former CEO Mitch Lasky overseeing mobile gaming initiatives worldwide.
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