Sequoia Capital Israel

Sequoia Capital Israel is a venture capital firm that backs startups and growth companies across seed to late-stage rounds, with a focus on Israel. It invests across sectors including fintech, financial services, internet, mobile, technology, and healthcare, spanning banking, payments, advertising, ecommerce, data, security, software, and related enabling tech. Typical commitments range from 100,000 to 1 million in seed, 1 to 10 million in early venture, and 10 to 100 million in growth rounds. The firm is based in Tel Aviv and operates as part of Sequoia Capital's global network.

Rohit Agarwal

Managing Director

Mohit Bhatnagar

Managing Director

Sakshi Chopra

Managing Director

Fu Xin

Partner

Shmil Levy

Investor

Ishaan Mittal

Managing Director

Abhishek Mohan

Principal

Javier Ng

Associate

Enita Pu

Partner

Yoav Shaked

Investor

Pavel Vyhnalek

Operating Partner

Wang Chenyu

Vice President

Past deals in Hong Kong

RD Technologies

Series A in 2024
RD Technologies Group (RD Technologies) is a financial platform that bridges the Web2 and Web3 worlds. RD Technologies' secure and innovative solutions include: • RD Wallet: RD Wallet Technologies Limited (RD Wallet) is a licensed Stored Value Facility in Hong Kong (licence number: SVF0016). It enables global businesses to open multi-currency fiat accounts on mobile anytime, anywhere. • HKDR Stablecoin (HKDR): HKDR Stablecoin (HKDR) is a compliant and transparent Hong Kong Dollar stablecoin 1:1 backed by the Hong Kong dollar, with high-quality and highly liquid assets safekept in segregated custody accounts with licensed financial institutions. Details of the reserves will be available to the public through regular independent attestation reports. In July 2024, RD InnoTech Limited, the issuer of HKDR, was among the first batch of entities to be admitted to the stablecoin issuer sandbox by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. • HKDR Stablecoin (HKDR): HKDR Stablecoin (HKDR) is a compliant and transparent Hong Kong Dollar stablecoin 1:1 backed by the Hong Kong dollar, with high-quality and highly liquid assets safekept in segregated custody accounts with licensed financial institutions. Details of the reserves will be available to the public through regular independent attestation reports. In July 2024, RD InnoTech Limited, the issuer of HKDR, was among the first batch of entities to be admitted to the stablecoin issuer sandbox by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority.

SUNRATE

Series D in 2023
SUNRATE is a global payment and treasury management platform established in 2016, headquartered in Singapore with additional offices in Hong Kong, Jakarta, London, and Shanghai. The company provides a comprehensive solution for businesses to operate and scale internationally across over 190 countries and regions. SUNRATE's platform offers services such as international payments, virtual corporate cards, global collections, and treasury management, facilitating smooth commercial transactions and enhancing international trade. By leveraging its proprietary technology and extensive global network, SUNRATE partners with leading financial institutions like Citibank and Standard Chartered, and holds principal memberships with both Mastercard and Visa, positioning itself as a key player in the financial technology sector.

Locad

Series A in 2023
Locad enables e-commerce brands to expand omnichannel operations across Asia-Pacific by providing a logistics engine that automates storage, packing, shipping, and tracking of orders. Its cloud-based platform synchronizes inventory across online channels and facilitates end-to-end order fulfillment through a network of warehouses and carriers in Singapore, the Philippines, Thailand, Hong Kong, and Australia.

Amber Group

Series B in 2022
Founded in Hong Kong in 2017 by finance professionals from Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs, Amber Group is a global crypto finance service provider. It offers liquidity provision, trading, and asset management services to over 200 institutional clients worldwide, facilitating trades worth $100-200 million daily across multiple exchanges.

Cloudwise

Series E in 2021
Founded in 2009, Cloudwise is a prominent provider of full-stack Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations (AIOps) solutions in China. The company focuses on optimizing IT operations, electric power IT operations, and Internet of Things (IoT) operations through its comprehensive platform, which encompasses IT Operations Management (ITOM), IT Operations Analytics (ITOA), IT Service Management (ITSM), DevOps, and IoT. Cloudwise has invested significantly in independent research and development, resulting in a robust industrial landscape. Headquartered in Beijing, the company operates three R&D centers in Beijing, Yanjiao, and Zhengzhou, along with three operational centers in Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Chengdu. Additionally, it has branches in Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia, providing extensive marketing services and technical support throughout China and Southeast Asia, thereby enhancing business operations and decision-making for its clients.

Lalamove

Series F in 2021
Lalamove, originally launched as EasyVan in December 2013 in Hong Kong, is an on-demand logistics platform that connects customers with driver-partners for rapid delivery services. Operating in 21 markets across Asia and Latin America, the company serves over 7 million customers and boasts a network of more than 700,000 drivers. Lalamove has transformed traditional van hiring by enabling instant matches between customers and drivers, often within 12 seconds. The platform facilitates same-day deliveries, typically completing local deliveries within 55 minutes. Additionally, Lalamove provides features such as real-time vehicle tracking and driver ratings, allowing businesses to efficiently scale their delivery operations while optimizing drivers’ routes and earnings.

Visen Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2021
Visen Pharmaceuticals is an innovative biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and providing advanced treatments for endocrine diseases in China. With a patient-centric approach, Visen aims to deliver first-in-class or best-in-class products, covering both common and rare endocrine conditions in adults and children. The company leverages cutting-edge technologies and global resources, with established offices in Shanghai, Beijing, Hong Kong, and Taipei, along with a Greater China R&D and manufacturing site in Suzhou.

Lalamove

Series E in 2020
Lalamove, originally launched as EasyVan in December 2013 in Hong Kong, is an on-demand logistics platform that connects customers with driver-partners for rapid delivery services. Operating in 21 markets across Asia and Latin America, the company serves over 7 million customers and boasts a network of more than 700,000 drivers. Lalamove has transformed traditional van hiring by enabling instant matches between customers and drivers, often within 12 seconds. The platform facilitates same-day deliveries, typically completing local deliveries within 55 minutes. Additionally, Lalamove provides features such as real-time vehicle tracking and driver ratings, allowing businesses to efficiently scale their delivery operations while optimizing drivers’ routes and earnings.

Huolala

Series E in 2020
Huolala offers logistics services, moving, less-than-truckload, car rental and sales, and after-car services. Founded in 2013 and grown in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

Cloudwise

Series D in 2020
Founded in 2009, Cloudwise is a prominent provider of full-stack Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations (AIOps) solutions in China. The company focuses on optimizing IT operations, electric power IT operations, and Internet of Things (IoT) operations through its comprehensive platform, which encompasses IT Operations Management (ITOM), IT Operations Analytics (ITOA), IT Service Management (ITSM), DevOps, and IoT. Cloudwise has invested significantly in independent research and development, resulting in a robust industrial landscape. Headquartered in Beijing, the company operates three R&D centers in Beijing, Yanjiao, and Zhengzhou, along with three operational centers in Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Chengdu. Additionally, it has branches in Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia, providing extensive marketing services and technical support throughout China and Southeast Asia, thereby enhancing business operations and decision-making for its clients.

VanTop Group

Series A in 2020
VanTop Group is an Internet technology company headquartered in Shenzhen, with subsidiaries in the United States, Hong Kong, Europe, and Japan. The company focuses on independent research and development, emphasizing product innovation in the consumer electronics sector. VanTop specializes in the development and retail of smart electronic devices, including projectors, tablets, drones, and smart home products. With a mission to "Explore the Beauty of Life," VanTop aims to establish itself as a leading global consumer brand by leveraging globalization, branding operations, technological advancements, and localized strategies to deliver high-quality products to consumers worldwide.

Pop Mart

Series F in 2020
Pop Mart designs, produces, and sells pop-culture figure toys based on intellectual properties. It operates an integrated platform covering the designer toy value chain, including acquiring and incubating IPs, creating original concepts, and licensing rights from IP owners. The company collaborates with IP holders to develop and release collectible figures and related products. Originating in China, Pop Mart has expanded to Southeast Asia and North America, and it also diversifies into accessories, building blocks, and theme park operations to broaden revenue. The business focuses on IP-driven toy lines and scalable partnerships to sustain growth.

Cloudwise

Series D in 2020
Founded in 2009, Cloudwise is a prominent provider of full-stack Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations (AIOps) solutions in China. The company focuses on optimizing IT operations, electric power IT operations, and Internet of Things (IoT) operations through its comprehensive platform, which encompasses IT Operations Management (ITOM), IT Operations Analytics (ITOA), IT Service Management (ITSM), DevOps, and IoT. Cloudwise has invested significantly in independent research and development, resulting in a robust industrial landscape. Headquartered in Beijing, the company operates three R&D centers in Beijing, Yanjiao, and Zhengzhou, along with three operational centers in Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Chengdu. Additionally, it has branches in Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia, providing extensive marketing services and technical support throughout China and Southeast Asia, thereby enhancing business operations and decision-making for its clients.

Hmlet

Series B in 2019
Hmlet is a co-living company that provides rooms and full apartments primarily for young working professionals and international talent. Established in 2016 in Singapore, Hmlet has expanded its operations to cities such as Tokyo, Hong Kong, Sydney, and Melbourne. The company aims to simplify housing for individuals relocating or residing in these urban areas by offering affordable accommodations and fostering a sense of community. Residents can share living spaces, participate in various monthly events like yoga classes and networking sessions, and engage in activities that promote collaboration and connection. Hmlet's focus on creating a safe and secure living environment enables its members to balance their lifestyles and finances effectively.

Cloudwise

Series D in 2019
Founded in 2009, Cloudwise is a prominent provider of full-stack Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations (AIOps) solutions in China. The company focuses on optimizing IT operations, electric power IT operations, and Internet of Things (IoT) operations through its comprehensive platform, which encompasses IT Operations Management (ITOM), IT Operations Analytics (ITOA), IT Service Management (ITSM), DevOps, and IoT. Cloudwise has invested significantly in independent research and development, resulting in a robust industrial landscape. Headquartered in Beijing, the company operates three R&D centers in Beijing, Yanjiao, and Zhengzhou, along with three operational centers in Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Chengdu. Additionally, it has branches in Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia, providing extensive marketing services and technical support throughout China and Southeast Asia, thereby enhancing business operations and decision-making for its clients.

Lalamove

Series D in 2019
Lalamove, originally launched as EasyVan in December 2013 in Hong Kong, is an on-demand logistics platform that connects customers with driver-partners for rapid delivery services. Operating in 21 markets across Asia and Latin America, the company serves over 7 million customers and boasts a network of more than 700,000 drivers. Lalamove has transformed traditional van hiring by enabling instant matches between customers and drivers, often within 12 seconds. The platform facilitates same-day deliveries, typically completing local deliveries within 55 minutes. Additionally, Lalamove provides features such as real-time vehicle tracking and driver ratings, allowing businesses to efficiently scale their delivery operations while optimizing drivers’ routes and earnings.

AERGO

Venture Round in 2018
AERGO Limited is a blockchain technology company based in Wan Chai, Hong Kong, established in 2018. The company operates an open-source platform that enables businesses to develop applications and services by utilizing a trustless and distributed IT ecosystem. AERGO's platform features customizable hybrid-blockchain deployments, a server-less cloud architecture, and data bridging technology, allowing enterprises to transfer data securely without relying on intermediaries. By integrating both private and public blockchain architectures, AERGO provides organizations with tailored solutions that meet their specific needs while facilitating decentralized distribution of computing resources among developers and businesses.

Hmlet

Series A in 2018
Hmlet is a co-living company that provides rooms and full apartments primarily for young working professionals and international talent. Established in 2016 in Singapore, Hmlet has expanded its operations to cities such as Tokyo, Hong Kong, Sydney, and Melbourne. The company aims to simplify housing for individuals relocating or residing in these urban areas by offering affordable accommodations and fostering a sense of community. Residents can share living spaces, participate in various monthly events like yoga classes and networking sessions, and engage in activities that promote collaboration and connection. Hmlet's focus on creating a safe and secure living environment enables its members to balance their lifestyles and finances effectively.

BITMAIN

Series B in 2018
Bitmain is a leading manufacturer of Bitcoin mining hardware, specializing in the development and sale of miners utilizing ASIC chip technology. Founded by pioneers in the digital currency sector, the company is staffed by a team of skilled engineers, financial experts, and cryptocurrency enthusiasts. Headquartered in Beijing, Bitmain also maintains offices in cities such as San Francisco, Tel Aviv, Hong Kong, Chengdu, and Shenzhen. The company focuses on providing high-quality, efficient computing solutions, including high-density server equipment and large-scale parallel computing software, to support the cryptocurrency mining industry.

Carousell

Series C in 2018
Carousell is a Singapore-based classifieds marketplace that enables peer-to-peer buying and selling of preloved items through a mobile app available on iOS and Android. The platform supports categories such as fashion, gadgets, home and living, and cars, allowing users to create free listings by snapping a photo and posting a description. Launched in August 2012 in Singapore, Carousell has expanded to about 19 cities across seven countries, pursuing a simple, community-driven selling experience. The service has been recognized as a leading shopping app in several regions and has attracted investment from notable venture-capital firms to fuel its growth.

CardUp

Seed Round in 2018
CardUp is a payment platform designed to streamline the process of making and receiving payments for individuals and businesses. It enables users to shift large expenses—such as rent, insurance premiums, payroll, and supplier invoices—onto credit cards, even for transactions typically requiring cash or bank transfers. By offering a no-code solution, CardUp simplifies cash flow management, automates payment processing, and allows users to earn rewards on their credit card transactions. The platform operates across Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia and is licensed as a Major Payment Institution by the Monetary Authority of Singapore under the Payment Services Act. CardUp’s tools are aimed at enhancing efficiency and control over financial operations for its users.

BITMAIN

Series A in 2017
Bitmain is a leading manufacturer of Bitcoin mining hardware, specializing in the development and sale of miners utilizing ASIC chip technology. Founded by pioneers in the digital currency sector, the company is staffed by a team of skilled engineers, financial experts, and cryptocurrency enthusiasts. Headquartered in Beijing, Bitmain also maintains offices in cities such as San Francisco, Tel Aviv, Hong Kong, Chengdu, and Shenzhen. The company focuses on providing high-quality, efficient computing solutions, including high-density server equipment and large-scale parallel computing software, to support the cryptocurrency mining industry.

Futu Holdings

Series C in 2017
Futu Holdings operates an online brokerage platform enabling individual investors to trade stocks in major markets like Hong Kong, US, and Chinese A-shares. It offers trade execution, margin financing, market data, social networking services, ESOP management, and IPO subscription services.

Cloudwise

Series C in 2017
Founded in 2009, Cloudwise is a prominent provider of full-stack Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations (AIOps) solutions in China. The company focuses on optimizing IT operations, electric power IT operations, and Internet of Things (IoT) operations through its comprehensive platform, which encompasses IT Operations Management (ITOM), IT Operations Analytics (ITOA), IT Service Management (ITSM), DevOps, and IoT. Cloudwise has invested significantly in independent research and development, resulting in a robust industrial landscape. Headquartered in Beijing, the company operates three R&D centers in Beijing, Yanjiao, and Zhengzhou, along with three operational centers in Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Chengdu. Additionally, it has branches in Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia, providing extensive marketing services and technical support throughout China and Southeast Asia, thereby enhancing business operations and decision-making for its clients.

Hong Kong Asia Heart Centre

Venture Round in 2017
Hong Kong Asia Heart Centre is a cardiovascular specialist chain that provides various cardiovascular assessment and surgical services. Founded in 1999, The Hong Kong Asian Heart Center has a professional medical team with many years of experience in the treatment of heart disease.

Carousell

Series B in 2016
Carousell is a Singapore-based classifieds marketplace that enables peer-to-peer buying and selling of preloved items through a mobile app available on iOS and Android. The platform supports categories such as fashion, gadgets, home and living, and cars, allowing users to create free listings by snapping a photo and posting a description. Launched in August 2012 in Singapore, Carousell has expanded to about 19 cities across seven countries, pursuing a simple, community-driven selling experience. The service has been recognized as a leading shopping app in several regions and has attracted investment from notable venture-capital firms to fuel its growth.

Futu Holdings

Series B in 2015
Futu Holdings operates an online brokerage platform enabling individual investors to trade stocks in major markets like Hong Kong, US, and Chinese A-shares. It offers trade execution, margin financing, market data, social networking services, ESOP management, and IPO subscription services.

WeLab Holdings

Series A in 2015
WeLab Holdings is a digital lending platform operator offering online and mobile lending products through platforms such as Wolaidai in China and WeLend in Hong Kong. It provides personal loans, balance transfers, and handset installment plans, and uses proprietary risk management technology to analyze unstructured mobile data to rapidly assess creditworthiness for individual borrowers. The company also serves small businesses through online lending and offers B2B fintech solutions by partnering with traditional financial institutions to extend fintech-enabled services to their customers. The business emphasizes data-driven credit decisions and aims to deliver accessible financing with competitive rates across its markets in Hong Kong and China.

Cloudwise

Series B in 2014
Founded in 2009, Cloudwise is a prominent provider of full-stack Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations (AIOps) solutions in China. The company focuses on optimizing IT operations, electric power IT operations, and Internet of Things (IoT) operations through its comprehensive platform, which encompasses IT Operations Management (ITOM), IT Operations Analytics (ITOA), IT Service Management (ITSM), DevOps, and IoT. Cloudwise has invested significantly in independent research and development, resulting in a robust industrial landscape. Headquartered in Beijing, the company operates three R&D centers in Beijing, Yanjiao, and Zhengzhou, along with three operational centers in Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Chengdu. Additionally, it has branches in Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia, providing extensive marketing services and technical support throughout China and Southeast Asia, thereby enhancing business operations and decision-making for its clients.

Carousell

Series A in 2014
Carousell is a Singapore-based classifieds marketplace that enables peer-to-peer buying and selling of preloved items through a mobile app available on iOS and Android. The platform supports categories such as fashion, gadgets, home and living, and cars, allowing users to create free listings by snapping a photo and posting a description. Launched in August 2012 in Singapore, Carousell has expanded to about 19 cities across seven countries, pursuing a simple, community-driven selling experience. The service has been recognized as a leading shopping app in several regions and has attracted investment from notable venture-capital firms to fuel its growth.

DJI

Funding Round in 2014
DJI is a leading developer and manufacturer of innovative drone and camera technology for both commercial and recreational use. Based in Shenzhen, China's Silicon Valley, DJI benefits from direct access to suppliers, raw materials, and a talented workforce. Since its establishment in 2006, DJI has expanded globally with offices in multiple countries. As a privately owned company, DJI focuses on supporting creative, commercial, and nonprofit applications of their technology, aiming to redefine camera placement and motion through their flying and camera stabilization systems. Their vision is to empower users to capture images that were once considered out of reach, solidifying their position as a pioneer in the industry.

Futu Holdings

Series A in 2014
Futu Holdings operates an online brokerage platform enabling individual investors to trade stocks in major markets like Hong Kong, US, and Chinese A-shares. It offers trade execution, margin financing, market data, social networking services, ESOP management, and IPO subscription services.

Eddingpharm (Cayman)

Series B in 2010
Eddingpharm, established in 2001, is a pharmaceutical company focused on supplying high-quality patented and branded drugs to the Chinese healthcare market. The company aims to bridge the gap between Chinese patients and global medicines by acquiring classic branded medications from multinational corporations and introducing innovative patented drugs. Eddingpharm has rapidly expanded its operations across China, deploying nearly 1,000 professional representatives in 30 provinces, with access to over 19,000 hospitals and 20,000 pharmacies. Its collaborations with multinational pharmaceutical companies and leading research institutions have enriched its product portfolio, particularly in therapy areas such as oncology, cardiovascular, respiratory, and renal diseases. A notable product in its line is Vascepa®, a prescription medication that lowers triglyceride levels without raising LDL cholesterol. Eddingpharm has been granted development and commercialization rights for Vascepa® in mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan, and is currently conducting clinical trials to support its regulatory registrations. The company's commitment to professionalism, excellence, responsibility, and persistence underpins its mission to enhance treatment options for patients in China.

LE Gaga Holdings

Series B in 2008
Le Gaga Holdings Limited, established in 2004, is a Hong Kong-based company that specializes in the cultivation, processing, and distribution of greenhouse vegetables and fruits in China. It operates through two segments: Vegetable Business and Tree Business. The company's primary focus is on greenhouse cultivation, utilizing advanced agricultural techniques to produce a wide variety of high-quality, off-season vegetables. These include solanaceous vegetables like peppers and tomatoes, leafy vegetables such as baby Chinese cabbage, and cruciferous vegetables like broccoli. Le Gaga sells approximately 50 varieties of these vegetables to wholesalers, institutional customers, and supermarket chains, including major international retailers like Walmart. The company's operations span across several provinces in China, with a total farm area of around 2,070 hectares as of 2014.
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