Samsung Fund

Samsung Catalyst Fund, established in 2013, is the corporate venture capital arm of Samsung Electronics based in San Jose, California. The firm focuses on investing in the evolving data economy and strategically aligned innovations for Samsung's mobile, device solutions, and consumer electronics divisions. Its investment areas include Automotive, Robotics, Digital Health, Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Infrastructure, and Device-Level Solutions. By leveraging Samsung's global brand, manufacturing capabilities, and extensive distribution network, the fund supports entrepreneurs with domain expertise and access to a robust recruiting network, as well as guidance from experienced Innovation Fellows.

Jonathan Charles

Investment Director

Ian Clow

Investment Director

Adry Elmilady

Investment Principal

David Goldschmidt

Vice President and Managing Director, Head of the Fund

Gil Rotenberg

Investment Principal

Amit Shofar

Investment Director

Past deals in Internet of Things

Skylo

Venture Round in 2025
Skylo Technologies, Inc. is an Internet of Things (IoT) solutions provider that specializes in satellite connectivity for machines, sensors, and devices. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with additional offices in Bengaluru, India, and Tel Aviv, Israel, the company offers a satellite transceiver and IoT hub that enables real-time data transmission from offline sensors to the cloud. Skylo's services cater to various industries, including agriculture, logistics, and disaster management, facilitating applications such as productivity reporting, machine performance monitoring, and enhanced yield through direct sensor measurements. The company operates as a global non-terrestrial network provider, allowing IoT devices to connect directly via satellites and ensuring reliable connectivity even in remote areas lacking traditional cellular infrastructure. Its solutions are designed to deliver actionable intelligence for critical decision-making across multiple sectors.

Axiado

Series C in 2024
Axiado Corporation specializes in cybersecurity processors aimed at enhancing the security of digital infrastructure by addressing fundamental vulnerabilities. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company has developed a trusted control/compute unit (TCU) that integrates hardware-based security technologies, including advanced authentication and encryption mechanisms. Axiado's Zero-Trust Secure Vault™ boot and authentication core, along with its Secure AI™ engines, provide robust protection against internal and external digital threats, safeguarding enterprises, organizations, and governments. The company's solutions are designed to secure a variety of environments, including cloud infrastructures, 5G base stations, networks, and IoT devices, ensuring stability and security in the management of heterogeneous infrastructures.

Skylo

Series C in 2024
Skylo Technologies, Inc. is an Internet of Things (IoT) solutions provider that specializes in satellite connectivity for machines, sensors, and devices. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with additional offices in Bengaluru, India, and Tel Aviv, Israel, the company offers a satellite transceiver and IoT hub that enables real-time data transmission from offline sensors to the cloud. Skylo's services cater to various industries, including agriculture, logistics, and disaster management, facilitating applications such as productivity reporting, machine performance monitoring, and enhanced yield through direct sensor measurements. The company operates as a global non-terrestrial network provider, allowing IoT devices to connect directly via satellites and ensuring reliable connectivity even in remote areas lacking traditional cellular infrastructure. Its solutions are designed to deliver actionable intelligence for critical decision-making across multiple sectors.

Commsignia

Series B in 2023
Commsignia, established in 2012, specializes in developing and distributing cooperative intelligent transportation systems. Based in Budapest, Hungary, the company focuses on vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-infrastructure communication technologies, offering solutions such as its V2X Communication Software Stack and various connected car solutions. Their products aim to enhance traffic safety and efficiency, with applications ranging from traffic management to logistics.

Tenstorrent

Venture Round in 2023
Tenstorrent Inc. is a Canadian company that develops and manufactures application-specific integrated circuits (ASIC) focused on artificial intelligence and machine learning. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Toronto, with an additional office in Austin, Texas, Tenstorrent specializes in providing scalable and efficient hardware solutions for various applications, ranging from battery-powered Internet of Things (IoT) devices to large cloud servers. The company’s architecture supports deep learning and enables adaptability in algorithms, catering to developers and researchers in the technology sector. By offering advanced AI hardware and software, Tenstorrent aims to enhance computational performance and facilitate the growth of machine learning technologies.

German Bionic

Series A in 2020
German Bionic is a manufacturer of innovative exoskeletons designed to enhance efficiency and productivity in industrial settings. The company has developed the Cray X, the world's first connected exoskeleton, which integrates with Smart Factory systems to self-learn and reinforce proper lifting techniques, thereby preventing incorrect posture. This technology serves as an intelligent interface between humans and machines, providing valuable data that demonstrates its effectiveness in protecting workers' health and significantly reducing the risk of accidents and strain-related injuries. Supported by prominent investors such as Samsung Catalyst Fund and Storm Ventures, German Bionic has received numerous accolades, including the German Entrepreneur Award and the Automatica Award, highlighting its impact on improving workplace safety and operational processes.

Commsignia

Series A in 2019
Commsignia, established in 2012, specializes in developing and distributing cooperative intelligent transportation systems. Based in Budapest, Hungary, the company focuses on vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-infrastructure communication technologies, offering solutions such as its V2X Communication Software Stack and various connected car solutions. Their products aim to enhance traffic safety and efficiency, with applications ranging from traffic management to logistics.

Keyssa

Series C in 2017
Keyssa, Inc., established in 2009 and headquartered in Campbell, California, specializes in developing and manufacturing contactless connectors and wireless semiconductors. Utilizing millimeter-wave technology, the company's flagship product, Kiss Connectivity, enables secure, instantaneous, and high-speed data transfer between devices in close proximity. This tiny, solid-state system eliminates the need for traditional metal connectors, cables, and wireless networks, offering a protocol-agnostic, EHF transmission solution. Keyssa's products cater to a wide range of applications, including mobile phones, displays, automotive, robotic surgery, factory automation, and data centers. The company's offerings, such as the KSS104U, streamline production line testing, significantly reducing overall test time. Keyssa operates additional offices in Tigard, Oregon; Shenzhen, China; Seoul, South Korea; and Taipei, Taiwan.

Sentiance

Series A in 2017
Sentiance is a data science company specializing in motion insights derived from IoT sensor data. It develops advanced technology that transforms motion data into contextual insights, enabling better understanding of individual behavior and real-time contexts. Sentiance serves various sectors, including motor insurance, ride-hailing, delivery services, automotive OEMs, and transport authorities. By employing on-device AI and behavioral change techniques, the company personalizes engagement strategies aimed at enhancing safety and sustainability in mobility. This innovative approach helps clients reduce accidents, improve claims handling, boost customer engagement and acquisition, enhance loss ratios, and implement tailored driver safety programs.

Autotalks

Series D in 2017
Autotalks, Ltd. is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication technologies for both manned and autonomous vehicles. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Kfar Netter, Israel, the company develops automotive-grade chipsets, including the CRATON vehicular communication processor and the PLUTON V2X RF transceiver. Autotalks also offers the PANGAEA4 V2X communication module, which enhances vehicle safety and mobility through secure data exchange. The company works closely with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers globally, enabling vehicles to communicate with one another and with roadside infrastructure. Autotalks is notable for providing a comprehensive V2X solution compatible with various technologies while meeting rigorous automotive safety and security standards. With a presence in multiple countries, including North America, Germany, France, Japan, Korea, and China, Autotalks is poised to play a significant role in advancing connectivity and autonomous driving initiatives worldwide.

Afero

Series A in 2016
Afero, Inc. offers an Internet of Things Platform-as-a-Service solution aimed at facilitating the development and deployment of connected devices across various industries. Founded in 2014 and based in Los Altos, California, Afero's platform features a secure Bluetooth Smart module, cloud services, mobile applications, and a variety of development tools. This comprehensive architecture allows companies and developers to efficiently prototype and build connected devices, which can be integrated into consumer electronics, appliances, industrial equipment, wearables, medical devices, and more. Afero's technology not only accelerates time-to-market for new products but also simplifies ongoing operations, enabling businesses to gather analytics and manage IoT devices securely and at scale.

Ring

Series C in 2016
Ring is a home security company based in Santa Monica, California, established in 2012. It specializes in outdoor security solutions, offering a range of smart home products designed to enhance safety and reduce crime in neighborhoods. The company's product lineup includes the Ring Video Doorbell, Ring Video Doorbell Pro, Ring Stick Up Cam, and Ring Floodlight Cam, all of which feature advanced capabilities such as wide-angle lenses, built-in microphones, and speakers that allow users to see, hear, and communicate with visitors. By integrating these devices, Ring aims to empower homeowners and foster community vigilance, effectively creating a modern neighborhood watch system that helps prevent burglaries and enhance residential security worldwide.

Ineda Systems

Series B in 2014
Ineda Systems Inc. specializes in the design and distribution of low-power system-on-chip (SoC) solutions, focusing on improving power consumption for a range of applications, particularly in automotive and Internet-of-Things (IoT) sectors. The company's SoCs utilize a hierarchical computing architecture that allows multiple CPUs to operate independently while sharing resources, thus optimizing performance for various use cases. Ineda's products are essential for applications such as traffic sign recognition, adaptive cruise control, and wearable technology. The company serves diverse industries, including power management, public transportation, healthcare, and smart home systems. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with an office in Hyderabad, India, Ineda Systems aims to lead the market in low-power SoC development by leveraging its experienced team and innovative technology to create a comprehensive ecosystem for wearable devices and other platforms. Its products are distributed through various partners across the United States and Asia.
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