Tesollo is a prominent company focused on developing advanced robotic grippers and hand solutions that integrate artificial intelligence and robotics. The company aims to create human-level work systems suitable for diverse applications across multiple industries, including housework, education, and food services. Tesollo specializes in delto grippers, motor controllers, and robotics engineering technology, offering customized automation systems designed to meet the unique requirements of each client. By delivering flexible and stable gripper technology, Tesollo enables its customers to handle a wide range of objects with varying sizes, shapes, and materials efficiently.
Nanoramic Laboratories
Venture Round in 2024
Nanoramic Laboratories is an advanced materials company focused on energy storage technology, rooted in scientific research and innovation. Established to leverage nanomaterials, it designs, manufactures, and licenses Neocarbonix electrodes for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, aimed at enhancing energy density and longevity in electric vehicle applications and consumer electronics. The company also produces FastCAP ultracapacitors, which are distinguished by their capability to operate under extreme temperatures and conditions, thanks to technology initially funded by NASA and the Department of Energy. Additionally, Nanoramic offers Thermexit thermal interface gap filler pads, known for their high thermal conductivity and stability. Since its incorporation in 2008 and rebranding from its earlier name, Nanoramic Laboratories has committed itself to transforming the energy storage landscape through innovative, high-performance materials. The company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
Earable Neuroscience
Convertible Note in 2023
Earable Neuroscience is a deep tech company focusing on building consumer wearables and solutions that unlock human potential through improved sleep and cognitive function. Earable was early-invested in by FoundersFund and Samsung Ventures. After 9 years of R&D at the University of Colorado and the University of Oxford, Earable invented FRENZ Brainband - a pioneering AI-powered sleep-aid wearable designed to track and stimulate brain activity in real time using science-backed personalized audio delivered via bone-conduction speakers.
Lumotive
Venture Round in 2023
Lumotive LLC specializes in developing advanced solid-state lidar systems utilizing liquid crystal metasurface (LCM) technology, primarily aimed at enhancing sensing and perception capabilities in autonomous vehicles and various other industries. Founded in 2017 and based in Bellevue, Washington, the company produces optical semiconductor solutions, including its proprietary Light Control Metasurface beam steering chips. These chips are designed for seamless integration into consumer electronics, robotics, and industrial automation, offering a compact and efficient means of delivering precise light control. Lumotive's innovative technology aims to simplify lidar systems by reducing their complexity, cost, and size while simultaneously improving performance and reliability, thereby facilitating mass adoption across multiple applications.
Lumotive
Venture Round in 2022
Lumotive LLC specializes in developing advanced solid-state lidar systems utilizing liquid crystal metasurface (LCM) technology, primarily aimed at enhancing sensing and perception capabilities in autonomous vehicles and various other industries. Founded in 2017 and based in Bellevue, Washington, the company produces optical semiconductor solutions, including its proprietary Light Control Metasurface beam steering chips. These chips are designed for seamless integration into consumer electronics, robotics, and industrial automation, offering a compact and efficient means of delivering precise light control. Lumotive's innovative technology aims to simplify lidar systems by reducing their complexity, cost, and size while simultaneously improving performance and reliability, thereby facilitating mass adoption across multiple applications.
Solid Power
Series A in 2020
Solid Power Inc. is a developer of solid-state rechargeable batteries, designed for applications in electric vehicles, portable electronics, aircraft, and satellites. Founded in 2011 and based in Louisville, Colorado, the company focuses on creating batteries that contain no volatile or flammable liquid components, enhancing safety and reliability. Solid Power's solid-state batteries are characterized by their high energy density and promise significant improvements in performance, including extended run times and reduced costs. The company's business model involves licensing its battery cell designs and manufacturing expertise to leading battery manufacturers and automotive original equipment manufacturers, as well as selling its sulfide-based solid electrolyte for use in all-solid-state battery cells.
DigiLens
Debt Financing in 2020
DigiLens Inc. is a technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in holographic waveguide display solutions for extended reality (XR) applications. Founded in 1997 and formerly known as SBG Labs, DigiLens has developed a patented optical platform and photopolymer technology that enables original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to create customizable XR devices for various sectors, including automotive, enterprise, consumer, avionics, and military. The company offers a range of products, such as the Crystal30 and Crystal50 lenses, which facilitate the design of waveguide-based displays. Additionally, DigiLens provides innovative solutions like the DigiLens AutoHUD, which enhances the field of view of traditional heads-up displays, and CrystalClear, an augmented reality heads-up display. Supporting its offerings, DigiLens also supplies light engines and hardware development kits, such as Insight30, to assist users in developing wearable devices.
Edunetwork.
Series C in 2019
RentoMojo is an online furniture rental platform founded in November 2014 by Geetansh Bamania in India. The company operates in major cities including Bangalore, Pune, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Delhi, Gurgaon, and Noida. RentoMojo addresses the needs of young professionals living in rented accommodations by offering a convenient alternative to purchasing furniture and home appliances. Through its platform, users can rent furniture, home appliances, and electronics on a monthly basis, facilitating a flexible solution for individuals who frequently relocate. By providing access to essential household items without the burden of ownership, RentoMojo aims to simplify the process of settling into new living spaces.
N.thing, Inc. is a South Korean Agri-Food technology company established in January 2014, focused on revolutionizing the agricultural sector through innovative IoT solutions. The company has developed the CUBE, a modular vertical farming system that enhances productivity and efficiency by providing an optimized environment for various crops using a dedicated operating system. In addition to the CUBE, N.thing offers SQUARE, a modular hydroponic kit that enables users to grow greens and herbs collaboratively, and Planty, the first internet-connected social pot that allows for real-time monitoring of plant conditions. N.thing also provides Life, a smart gardening journal for plant enthusiasts to document and share their gardening experiences. The company has received accolades for its design and technological excellence, including the iF Design Award and the Best of Innovation award at CES 2020. With plans for large-scale expansion following successful proof of concept trials in the UAE, N.thing aims to connect individuals with nature and enhance the farm-to-table experience through its innovative agricultural solutions.
Silvan Innovation Labs
Venture Round in 2019
Silvan Innovation Labs Pvt. Ltd. is a technology company based in Bengaluru, India, specializing in home automation and security systems. Founded in 2008, the company has been a pioneer in the residential building market, offering a range of solutions that enhance security and lifestyle management for homeowners and builders. Its product lineup includes entrance management systems, smart security solutions for communities, and custom automation applications for various settings, such as hotels, conference rooms, banks, and schools. Notably, Silvan provides WiFi-enabled wireless security systems, including a wireless video doorbell and a DIY security system. With additional offices in Mumbai, Delhi, Jaipur, and Surat, the company aims to deliver innovative and effective automation solutions tailored to the needs of modern living.
AdHawk Microsystems
Series B in 2019
AdHawk Microsystems Inc. is a Canadian technology company founded in 2015, specializing in the development of advanced eye and gesture tracking software, as well as micro-electromechanical systems for mobile and wearable devices. The company has created a unique camera-free eye tracking system that enhances mobile data capture and facilitates cutting-edge augmented and virtual reality applications. AdHawk's innovations have led to the production of high-performance wearable eye tracking products that offer exceptional speed and data quality by employing customized microsystems, thus improving computational and power efficiency. Their technology is making strides in various domains, including smart glasses equipped with biometric sensing and human-computer interaction peripherals. Additionally, AdHawk is poised to launch a pioneering consumer wearable device aimed at monitoring cognitive health, providing users with valuable insights into their brain activity and supporting improved wellness.
MOPIC
Venture Round in 2019
MOPIC is a company founded by developers with expertise in 3D technology, particularly stemming from their experience at Samsung Electronics. Established with the aim of addressing new challenges in 3D stereoscopic technology, MOPIC has focused since 2015 on creating devices that combine the immersive experience of head-mounted displays with the convenience of 2D viewing. The company has developed a unique technology that incorporates a lenticular array, along with proprietary eye-tracking and pixel-mapping algorithms, allowing users to experience autostereoscopic content on smartphones and tablets without the need for glasses or head-mounted displays. MOPIC's innovative approach has garnered recognition, including a CES Innovation award, and its product, Snap3D, has achieved global acknowledgment.
DigiLens Inc. is a technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in holographic waveguide display solutions for extended reality (XR) applications. Founded in 1997 and formerly known as SBG Labs, DigiLens has developed a patented optical platform and photopolymer technology that enables original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to create customizable XR devices for various sectors, including automotive, enterprise, consumer, avionics, and military. The company offers a range of products, such as the Crystal30 and Crystal50 lenses, which facilitate the design of waveguide-based displays. Additionally, DigiLens provides innovative solutions like the DigiLens AutoHUD, which enhances the field of view of traditional heads-up displays, and CrystalClear, an augmented reality heads-up display. Supporting its offerings, DigiLens also supplies light engines and hardware development kits, such as Insight30, to assist users in developing wearable devices.
Nanophotonica
Venture Round in 2019
NanoPhotonica Inc. is a manufacturer specializing in nanomaterials and production techniques for the display, solar panel, and electronic device industries. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Lake Mary, Florida, with a research lab in Gainesville, the company focuses on enhancing the characteristics of optoelectronic devices. Its innovative materials serve as barriers to moisture and oxygen permeation, thereby preventing the premature degradation of organic material layers and significantly extending the lifespan of electronic devices. Additionally, NanoPhotonica produces QLED displays that deliver pure and vibrant colors, utilizing low-cost, high-throughput production methods that reduce material waste and enable affordable pricing for consumers.
PlayNitride
Series E in 2019
PlayNitride Inc. is a technology company based in Taiwan, established in 2014, that specializes in the research, development, design, manufacture, and sale of MicroLED products and solutions. The company is known for its proprietary PixeLED display technology, which enables high-performance displays characterized by high resolution, contrast ratio, aperture ratio, quick response times, and low power consumption. In addition to MicroLED displays, PlayNitride also manufactures UV LED curing systems and offers various cooling modules and irradiant units. The company's product range includes the PLAYBEACON series, which features LED devices equipped with iBeacon functionality. PlayNitride serves markets primarily in Taiwan, South Korea, and other regions, providing comprehensive services that encompass design, installation, maintenance of process equipment, and technology licensing.
Mobeewave
Series B in 2019
Mobeewave Inc., founded in 2011 and headquartered in Montréal, Canada, specializes in secure mobile point-of-sale solutions. Its patented technology enables merchants to accept contactless card payments by simply tapping the card on the back of an NFC-enabled mobile device, transforming it into a payment terminal. This PCI-compliant platform serves merchant acquirers, software vendors, and transit authorities, facilitating cashless transactions in various sectors. Notably, Mobeewave has partnered strategically with Samsung Electronics. As of August 3, 2020, the company operates as a subsidiary of Apple Inc., further expanding its reach and influence in the mobile payment landscape.
Immotor is a Chinese company founded in 2016 by Daniel Huang, specializing in the development and sale of personal transport systems. Its primary products are the Immotor GO, a portable motorized scooter; the Immotor Super Battery, a power management source; and Immotor Cloud, a remote control and fleet management tool for Immotor GO. The company also offers intelligent battery swapping systems and electric bicycle battery-sharing services, aiming to promote cleaner energy through its zero-emission products.
Trifo is a technology company that specializes in designing and manufacturing AI-powered home robots to enhance everyday living. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with additional offices in Shenzhen and Beijing, Trifo develops integrated hardware and software systems equipped with advanced sensing, perception, and decision-making capabilities. Its robots are capable of autonomously organizing and interacting with home environments by understanding physical, geometric, and semantic elements. Additionally, Trifo provides a Software Development Kit (SDK), allowing users to integrate its products into personal projects. The company's innovative solutions aim to improve household efficiency and ease, continually adapting through advanced artificial intelligence technologies.
Solid Power
Series A in 2018
Solid Power Inc. is a developer of solid-state rechargeable batteries, designed for applications in electric vehicles, portable electronics, aircraft, and satellites. Founded in 2011 and based in Louisville, Colorado, the company focuses on creating batteries that contain no volatile or flammable liquid components, enhancing safety and reliability. Solid Power's solid-state batteries are characterized by their high energy density and promise significant improvements in performance, including extended run times and reduced costs. The company's business model involves licensing its battery cell designs and manufacturing expertise to leading battery manufacturers and automotive original equipment manufacturers, as well as selling its sulfide-based solid electrolyte for use in all-solid-state battery cells.
Efinix
Venture Round in 2017
Efinix, Inc., established in 2012 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, specializes in the development of programmable logic devices and cores for silicon design companies. The company's flagship product is its OPM programmable device series, which incorporates mask-programmable memory for configuration file storage, primarily serving consumer electronics markets. Efinix also offers programmable logic architecture, silicon design services, and development tools to assist ASIC and ASSP vendors in maximizing their return on investment. Its Quantum programmable technology enables advanced programmable silicon products across ASIC, ASSP, and FPGA segments, targeting high-volume, low-power, and small form-factor applications in custom logic, compute acceleration, and deep learning.
Nanophotonica
Series A in 2017
NanoPhotonica Inc. is a manufacturer specializing in nanomaterials and production techniques for the display, solar panel, and electronic device industries. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Lake Mary, Florida, with a research lab in Gainesville, the company focuses on enhancing the characteristics of optoelectronic devices. Its innovative materials serve as barriers to moisture and oxygen permeation, thereby preventing the premature degradation of organic material layers and significantly extending the lifespan of electronic devices. Additionally, NanoPhotonica produces QLED displays that deliver pure and vibrant colors, utilizing low-cost, high-throughput production methods that reduce material waste and enable affordable pricing for consumers.
Corephotonics
Series D in 2017
Corephotonics Ltd. specializes in developing advanced dual camera technologies for mobile devices, aiming to enhance the mobile photography experience. Founded in 2012 and based in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel, the company is recognized as a leader in the field, offering innovative products such as the Hummingbird camera, which features continuous optical zoom, and the Falcon and Hawkeye solutions that provide faster autofocus and improved optical image stabilization. Corephotonics' technology enables superior low-light performance, depth effects, and bokeh features, addressing common limitations of existing smartphone cameras. The company collaborates closely with manufacturers during the design phase to tailor solutions that meet specific imaging requirements, providing ongoing support through the commercialization and mass production stages.
Awair is a company focused on enhancing indoor air quality for users in various environments, including homes, schools, and workplaces. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Seoul, South Korea, Awair develops advanced indoor air monitoring devices that track multiple air quality factors. These devices measure temperature, humidity, carbon dioxide, volatile organic compounds, and dust, providing users with actionable insights to improve air quality. By offering intuitive technology and a user-friendly software platform, Awair empowers individuals to create safer indoor spaces, ultimately promoting better health and well-being.
Mangoslab
Seed Round in 2016
Mangoslab is a spin-off company from Samsung Electronics that specializes in developing innovative printing service platforms aimed at enhancing user experiences. The company is recognized for creating the world's first sticky note printer, which won the Best Innovation award at CES 2017. Mangoslab's technology utilizes thermal systems and battery control, allowing users to print sticky notes directly from their smartphones or computers without the need for ink or toner. The company aims to expand its offerings by incorporating software-as-a-service (SaaS) applications, thereby providing users with an enriched note-taking experience based on its advanced printing technology.
Dynair Korea
Seed Round in 2016
Dynair Korea is a kitchen appliance company that designs air purifiers.
Dynair Korea
Seed Round in 2016
Dynair Korea is a kitchen appliance company that designs air purifiers.
Pium
Pre Seed Round in 2015
Pium, Inc. is a New York-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing an innovative IoT device designed for smart home fragrance. The company's flagship product, a smart diffuser, utilizes scent capsules to provide personalized fragrance experiences based on user behavior and location. By understanding individual preferences, the device can automatically dispense scents that enhance mood and well-being, such as refreshing aromas in the morning and calming fragrances in the evening. Pium also offers a marketplace for various scent capsules, which customers can access through a monthly subscription plan, allowing them to enjoy a diverse range of scents throughout the day.
Dynair Korea
Seed Round in 2015
Dynair Korea is a kitchen appliance company that designs air purifiers.
Bubl Technology Inc. specializes in developing hardware and software technologies, primarily through its flagship product, the Bublcam. This compact spherical camera captures panoramic photos and videos, providing users with a comprehensive 360-degree view of their surroundings. With its innovative design featuring four 190-degree overlapping lenses, the Bublcam allows for immersive content creation that can be controlled via mobile applications on iOS and Android devices. Users can also upload, edit, and share their spherical media through Bubl's web and mobile platforms. The company's services cater to a diverse range of sectors, including electric utilities, transit operators, entertainment media, sports media, real estate, and education. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Bubl Technology Inc. continues to push the boundaries of immersive media technology.
Plume Design
Series A in 2015
Plume Design, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in adaptive home Wi-Fi solutions and the manufacture of Wi-Fi devices. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Plume provides a software-as-a-service platform designed for communications service providers. This platform facilitates the delivery of enhanced services for connected homes, including features such as optimal Wi-Fi performance, parental controls, and motion sensing capabilities. Plume's mobile application allows users to customize and manage their Wi-Fi networks, including controlling device access and managing passwords. The company's focus is on enhancing the smart home experience while supporting service providers with backend applications.
Nanosys
Venture Round in 2015
Nanosys, Inc. is a company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of quantum dot technology aimed at enhancing high-definition viewing experiences across various display applications. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, Nanosys produces Quantum Dot Concentrate materials and Quantum Dot Enhancement films that improve the performance of a wide range of consumer electronics, including televisions, tablets, and smartphones. The company's quantum dots are nanoscale semiconductors that enable displays to achieve greater brightness and a wider color gamut, resulting in more lifelike images. This technology is compatible with various display types, including LED-LCDs, OLEDs, and micro-LEDs. Nanosys has seen significant adoption of its technology, with over 20 million devices shipped in numerous products, thus contributing to advancements in the display industry.
Go-Qual
Seed Round in 2015
Go-Qual (고퀄) is a Korean startup that provides home network systems and security alarm systems.
Novasentis
Series B in 2014
Novasentis, Inc. is a company that designs and develops advanced electro-mechanical polymer actuator and sensor technology. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, with additional locations in Pennsylvania, Japan, and Korea, Novasentis specializes in creating ultra-thin, flexible haptic actuators and sensors. These innovations are integral to a variety of applications, including keyboards, smartphones, wearable devices, gaming devices, and home appliances. The company's technology enables enhanced sensory interaction, allowing devices to deliver tactile feedback and sound effects that create engaging user experiences. By bridging the gap between consumer electronics and sensory interaction, Novasentis facilitates deeper physical and emotional connections between users and their devices. In June 2019, Novasentis became a subsidiary of KEMET Electronics Corporation.
Cambrios Technologies
Venture Round in 2014
Cambrios Technologies Corporation is a manufacturer of innovative electronic materials specializing in silver nanowire-based electrodes. Founded in 2002 and originally named Semzyme, Inc., the company rebranded in August 2004. Headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with additional offices in Japan and Taiwan, Cambrios develops products such as ClearOhm, which are transparent conductive coatings that can be applied to various substrates for multiple applications. These include touch screens, liquid crystal displays, e-paper, OLED devices, and lighting, as well as thin film photovoltaics like organic photovoltaics and printed organic solar cells. Cambrios's technology enables simplified manufacturing processes and enhances the performance of next-generation consumer devices.
EVRYTHNG is a London-based platform specializing in the Internet of Things, enabling consumer product manufacturers to connect their products to the Web and manage real-time data throughout the product lifecycle. Founded in 2011, the company helps brands create and maintain billions of intelligent identities for their products in the cloud. This connectivity allows manufacturers to deliver digital services directly to consumers, enhance supply chain management through real-time insights, and integrate smart products into a broader ecosystem of applications and services. By leveraging its platform, EVRYTHNG empowers brands to optimize their operations and engage with users more effectively.
Enswers is a South Korean company specializing in automatic content recognition (ACR) technology, which is used to analyze sound, image, and video content. The company's technology has a wide range of applications, including second screen services, interactive television systems, broadcast monitoring, subtitle casting, audience measurement, and copyright filtering. Enswers originated as a specialist in automatic speech recognition and has since expanded its capabilities to encompass video and image recognition. The company provides its ACR technology to notable manufacturers, including Samsung for their smart TVs and Galaxy smart devices. Additionally, Enswers develops second screen applications for major broadcasting stations and advertising firms globally, facilitating interactive advertising and enhancing viewer engagement.
PowerbyProxi
Series C in 2013
PowerbyProxi Limited specializes in designing, licensing, and manufacturing wireless power and data solutions for both industrial and consumer electronics markets globally. Founded in 2007 and based in Auckland, New Zealand, with additional offices in Silicon Valley and Austin, the company offers a diverse product portfolio that includes inductive couplers, power connectors, wireless slip rings, and development kits for wireless charging. Their solutions cater to a range of applications, including battery charging, wireless control systems, and power delivery for sensors and smartphones. PowerbyProxi is recognized for its advanced wireless power technology, which addresses critical needs in demanding environments, and holds a substantial patent portfolio of over 350 patents worldwide. The company has established strategic partnerships with industry leaders, enhancing its position in the market. As of October 2017, PowerbyProxi operates as a subsidiary of Apple Inc.
Cambrios Technologies
Series D in 2012
Cambrios Technologies Corporation is a manufacturer of innovative electronic materials specializing in silver nanowire-based electrodes. Founded in 2002 and originally named Semzyme, Inc., the company rebranded in August 2004. Headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with additional offices in Japan and Taiwan, Cambrios develops products such as ClearOhm, which are transparent conductive coatings that can be applied to various substrates for multiple applications. These include touch screens, liquid crystal displays, e-paper, OLED devices, and lighting, as well as thin film photovoltaics like organic photovoltaics and printed organic solar cells. Cambrios's technology enables simplified manufacturing processes and enhances the performance of next-generation consumer devices.
Novaled
Venture Round in 2011
Novaled AG is a leading technology provider specializing in organic light-emitting diode (OLED) technologies. Founded in March 2003 and headquartered in Dresden, Germany, the company develops high-efficiency, long-lifetime OLED structures, leveraging its expertise in synthetic and analytical chemistry. Novaled offers comprehensive solutions for the organic electronic markets, including customized OLED products and services used in various applications, such as televisions and mobile phones. The company has established long-term partnerships with major players in the OLED industry and holds a robust intellectual property portfolio, with over 500 patents granted or pending. Additionally, Novaled has branch offices in Asia to support its global operations.
MasterImage 3D
Venture Round in 2011
MasterImage 3D, Inc. is a designer and developer of innovative 3D solutions for theaters and mobile devices. Founded in 2004 and based in Sherman Oaks, California, the company has established itself as a significant player in the global market, with digital 3D cinema systems installed in over 70 countries. MasterImage 3D specializes in delivering high-quality 3D experiences through its advanced technology, including patented cell-matrix parallax barriers that enable glasses-free 3D displays on mobile devices. The company offers a range of products, including 3D cinema systems, 3D LCD modules, and 3D eyewear for various age groups. With a focus on enhancing the viewing experience for audiences and providing a compelling ownership-based pricing model for exhibitors, MasterImage 3D continues to lead the way in 3D technology development. Its operations extend internationally, with offices in key markets such as the UK, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan.
Tilera Corporation is a fabless semiconductor company based in San Jose, California, with additional locations in Westborough, Massachusetts, and Beijing, China. Founded in 2004, Tilera specializes in designing multicore embedded processors tailored for networking, digital multimedia, and wireless infrastructure markets. The company's product portfolio includes the TILEPro multicore processor, which is designed to deliver high-performance computing for various embedded applications such as networking, wireless infrastructure, and digital multimedia processing. Additionally, Tilera offers a multicore development environment for programming solutions and TILExpress PCIe production cards.
LensVector
Series C in 2010
LensVector, Inc. is a developer of advanced optical technologies specializing in solid-state autofocus devices and camera lenses. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company designs miniature lenses for various applications, including mobile phone cameras, Webcams, barcode readers, and video conferencing. LensVector's innovative liquid crystal-based optics enable the shaping, steering, and focusing of light without mechanical movement, allowing manufacturers to incorporate features like autofocus and auto macro functionality without increasing the size or cost of their camera systems. This technology is also applicable in fields such as life sciences and LED illumination, offering versatile solutions for a range of industries.
Ubicom is a privately held company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in the development of communications and media processor (CMP) and software platforms. The company focuses on addressing the specific needs of real-time interactive applications and multimedia content delivery within the digital home environment. Ubicom offers optimized system-level solutions tailored for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) across a diverse range of products, including wireless routers, access points, VoIP gateways, and streaming media devices. Their innovative multithreaded processor design and real-time operating system, combined with application-level solutions, aim to deliver a high-quality user experience characterized by exceptional ease of use.
Serus
Venture Round in 2007
Serus Corporation specializes in intelligent operations management solutions tailored for enterprises that outsource their manufacturing processes. Founded in 2000 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company provides a comprehensive suite of services designed to enhance business performance across various sectors, including semiconductor, consumer electronics, and original equipment manufacturing. Its offerings include transaction automation, operations planning, and business performance management solutions that facilitate the integration of business processes among trading partners. Key products encompass work-in-progress management for visibility and analysis, supply chain planning for modeling and material allocation, demand planning for forecasting, and purchase order management. Additionally, Serus provides fulfillment solutions, sales order management systems, and dashboard solutions for performance tracking. The company also supports its clients through subscription services, application hosting, trading partner management, and customer support, enabling effective collaboration and operational efficiency.
Quellan, Inc. is a designer and developer of analog signal processing and radio frequency noise cancellation integrated circuits (IC) based in Santa Clara, California. Founded in 2001, the company specializes in creating innovative solutions for various markets, including automotive, computing, data centers, storage, consumer electronics, and wireless applications. Quellan's product offerings include noise cancellers that detect and counteract unwanted noise in signal paths, system developer kits for mobile television and GPS, quad and single lane extenders for maintaining analog signal integrity in data center equipment, as well as evaluation boards, cable modules, and active cables. These products are utilized in a range of applications, such as active cables, linecards, backplanes, and mobile television systems. As of 2009, Quellan operates as a subsidiary of Intersil Corp.
SiGe Semiconductor
Venture Round in 2007
SiGe Semiconductor, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in the design and production of radio frequency (RF) integrated circuits and multi-chip modules tailored for the wireless consumer electronics market. The company provides a range of products, including wireless LAN front end modules, dual band front end modules, and discrete power amplifiers, along with WiMAX power amplifiers, transceivers, GPS radio integrated circuits, GPS receivers, and Bluetooth power amplifiers. SiGe Semiconductor distributes its RF solutions through a network of distributors, serving various applications in computing, home entertainment, and mobile devices across regions such as Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America.
Pure Digital Technologies
Series F in 2007
Pure Digital Technologies specializes in providing innovative imaging solutions targeted at the mass market, notably through its Flip Video line of digital camcorders. These camcorders are designed for simplicity and ease of use, particularly for Internet video sharing, featuring on-board software that facilitates one-click uploads to various online platforms. The Flip Ultra, a standout model, became the best-selling camcorder on Amazon soon after its launch, capturing a significant share of the camcorder market. It records video at 640x480 resolution and operates on 2 AA batteries, offering a straightforward design without complex features. Users can connect the device directly to a computer via a built-in USB connector, eliminating the need for additional cables. The Flip Ultra is available in different memory sizes, retailing between $150 and $180. In 2009, the company was acquired by Cisco, which ultimately discontinued the Flip line in 2011.
Alereon
Venture Round in 2006
Alereon, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in Austin, Texas, specializing in the development and marketing of ultra wideband (UWB) wireless chipsets. Founded in 2003, Alereon's innovative products aim to simplify networking by facilitating wireless connections among personal computers, consumer electronics, and mobile devices, thereby eliminating the need for physical cables. The company’s offerings include the AL5100 RF transceiver, which integrates multiple sensitive components and supports a single-ended connection to antennas, and the AL5350 MAC/BBP, which combines digital and mixed signal circuitry for WiMedia UWB systems. Additionally, Alereon provides pre-built evaluation kits for demonstration and prototyping, Ethernet cable replacement kits, and wireless USB adapter kits. Its technology serves various applications across consumer electronics, medical sectors, and military and public safety domains.
Atrenta
Venture Round in 2006
Atrenta is a provider of innovative solutions for the semiconductor and consumer electronics industries, specializing in design efficiency through its SpyGlass Predictive Analysis software platform. This platform offers early design insights into the performance, power, and area requirements of complex system on chips (SoCs), which are essential for modern consumer electronics. By enabling design engineers to identify structural, coding, and consistency issues in register transfer language (RTL), Atrenta's technology allows for enhanced testability during RTL creation. The company's patented solutions are utilized by over two hundred companies and thousands of design engineers globally, helping to mitigate risks and reduce costs before the deployment of traditional electronic design automation (EDA) tools. SpyGlass serves as an interactive guidance system, optimizing the implementation process for complex SoCs and ensuring greater efficiency and confidence in design outcomes.
Sonics is a leading innovator in network-on-chip (NoC) technology, providing a comprehensive portfolio of intelligent on-chip communication solutions tailored for home entertainment, wireless, networking, and mobile devices. Established in 1996 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, the company specializes in streamlining complex, high-speed system-on-chip (SoC) designs by addressing memory bottlenecks and enhancing data flow within embedded systems featuring multiple cores. Sonics' silicon-proven intellectual property enables designers to create heterogeneous, multi-core SoC designs that incorporate essential subsystems for security, power, and memory, ultimately delivering high performance and energy efficiency. With its solutions, Sonics has facilitated the shipment of over 750 million units globally, solidifying its position as a vital contributor to the embedded market.
GCT Semiconductor
Series D in 2005
GCT Semiconductor is a fabless semiconductor company based in San Jose, California, specializing in the design, development, and marketing of integrated circuit solutions for the wireless communications industry. Founded in 1998, the company offers system-on-a-chip (SoC) solutions that integrate radio frequency (RF), baseband modem, and digital signal processing functions onto a single die. These solutions are used in various devices including smartphones, USB dongles, wireless routers, customer premise equipment, femto access points, public safety devices, and embedded modules for notebooks and tablets. GCT Semiconductor's products cater to 3G Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA), 4G Long-Term Evolution (LTE), and Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMAX) markets, as well as emerging 5G technologies. The company collaborates with manufacturers in the United States, Korea, China, Japan, and Taiwan to provide innovative solutions that reduce component cost, lower power consumption, and offer a smaller footprint.
Advanced Analogic Technologies
Venture Round in 2004
Advanced Analogic Technologies Incorporated (AATI), or AnalogicTech, develops advanced semiconductor system solutions that play a key role in the continuing evolution of feature-rich, energy efficient electronic devices. The company focuses on addressing the application-specific power management needs of consumer devices such as mobile handsets, digital cameras, tablets, notebooks, TV and LCD displays, as well as devices in a broad range of industrial, medical and telecom applications. AATI also licenses device, process, package, and application-related technologies. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, AATI has design centers in Santa Clara and Shanghai, and Asia-based operations and logistics.