HSG, formerly known as Sequoia Capital China, is a prominent venture capital and private equity firm with a global focus on technology, healthcare, and consumer sectors. Established in 2005, HSG operates offices in key international cities including Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, London, Tokyo, and Singapore, managing over $55 billion in assets for leading institutional investors. The firm has supported over 1,500 companies, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship through investments in transformative technologies and high-growth business models. HSG has a track record of success, with more than 160 portfolio companies having gone public and over 140 achieving unicorn status. It has developed a comprehensive investment platform that encompasses seed, venture, growth, buyout, and infrastructure investing, as well as public equities. HSG is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and companies to create enduring enterprises while delivering strong returns to its limited partners. Through its extensive resources and industry expertise, HSG provides significant advantages to the companies it partners with.
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Wang Chenyu
Vice President
Sakshi Chopra
Managing Director
Amit Jain
Managing Director
Cherry Lu
Partner
Ishaan Mittal
Managing Director
Enita Pu
Partner
Harshjit Sethi
Managing Director
Tejeshwi Sharma
Managing Director
Pavel Vyhnalek
Operating Partner
Fu Xin
Partner
Past deals in Video
HeyGen
Seed Round in 2022
Movio is bringing the futurist way of creating videos - by turning your text into realistic spokesperson videos in minutes, right from you broswer. No actors, cameras or editing needed. All you need is your story to tell.
Invideo
Series A in 2020
InVideo is a browser-based platform that specializes in video creation and editing, aimed at making professional-quality video production accessible to a wider audience. The platform offers a variety of templates and media assets, along with customizable features that include a flexible timeline and a drag-and-drop editor. Users can also enjoy a video library, power transitions, multiple layers, and intelligent frames, which enhance content transformation into engaging videos. Additionally, InVideo provides customer support and fosters a community for creators, and its capabilities extend to mobile devices through its app, Filmr.
Invideo
Seed Round in 2020
InVideo is a browser-based platform that specializes in video creation and editing, aimed at making professional-quality video production accessible to a wider audience. The platform offers a variety of templates and media assets, along with customizable features that include a flexible timeline and a drag-and-drop editor. Users can also enjoy a video library, power transitions, multiple layers, and intelligent frames, which enhance content transformation into engaging videos. Additionally, InVideo provides customer support and fosters a community for creators, and its capabilities extend to mobile devices through its app, Filmr.
Kuaishou Technology
Series F in 2019
Kuaishou Technology, founded in 2011 and based in Beijing, China, operates an online video and photo sharing application known as Kuaishou. The platform enables users to broadcast their daily activities and engage with a global audience through short videos, photos, and live streams. Kuaishou aims to enhance individual happiness by leveraging big data and artificial intelligence technology, promoting equal opportunities through its algorithms and ethical values. The app empowers everyday individuals in China to share their experiences and connect with fans worldwide. Additionally, Kuaishou has an international counterpart, Kwai, which offers similar features tailored for users outside of China. With an average of 275.9 million daily active users, Kuaishou generates revenue by selling virtual items, online marketing, and earning commissions from e-commerce transactions on its platform.
Shuashuakan
Angel Round in 2019
Beijing Shuashuakan Network Technology Co., Ltd. is a company that operates a short-video e-commerce application designed for users to engage in shopping experiences through video content. Founded in 2018 and based in Beijing, China, the platform allows users to share their shopping experiences, view short videos created by others, and interact through comments. This consumer experience video platform combines elements of social interaction with e-commerce, facilitating a community-driven approach to online shopping.
90 Seconds
Series B in 2019
90 Seconds Limited is a cloud video production platform that simplifies the video-making process for brands and agencies. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, with additional offices in Singapore, London, Tokyo, Manila, and Sydney, the platform enables users to purchase, plan, shoot, edit, and review videos from anywhere in the world, both online and on mobile devices. It offers a variety of video production services, including corporate video production, YouTube content, and online video marketing. The company connects clients with a global network of creative professionals, including videographers, editors, and animators, allowing for efficient collaboration on projects. With a team of around 100 employees, 90 Seconds has produced over 32,000 videos across 100 countries, serving major brands such as Apple, Amazon, and Salesforce.
Shanghai Lihuh Network Technology
Series B in 2018
Shanghai Lihuh Network Technology is a video platform operator.
Weiba
Series B in 2018
Weiba is a short voice and video community for chatting while watching.
Shanghai Lihuh Network Technology
Series A in 2018
Shanghai Lihuh Network Technology is a video platform operator.
Weiba
Series A in 2018
Weiba is a short voice and video community for chatting while watching.
Snow Corporation
Series A in 2018
Snow is the developer and operator of the selfie pic and video app SNOW, featuring face recognition-enabled stickers and GIF-enabled chat functionality. With SNOW, users pick from over 700 stickers and 30 types of filters to liven up their photos and videos, then send the finished product to their friends or post them within the SNOW app to give their friends a peek into what they are up to now. User numbers have been growing steadily since the app first launched in Korea, with service being expanded to Japan and China in November 2015 and February 2016, respectively. In Japan, the number of users has been growing rapidly, and the app has been ranked as No.1 in both iOS App Store’s free app Photo & Video category and Google Play’s Photography category.
90 Seconds
Series A in 2016
90 Seconds Limited is a cloud video production platform that simplifies the video-making process for brands and agencies. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, with additional offices in Singapore, London, Tokyo, Manila, and Sydney, the platform enables users to purchase, plan, shoot, edit, and review videos from anywhere in the world, both online and on mobile devices. It offers a variety of video production services, including corporate video production, YouTube content, and online video marketing. The company connects clients with a global network of creative professionals, including videographers, editors, and animators, allowing for efficient collaboration on projects. With a team of around 100 employees, 90 Seconds has produced over 32,000 videos across 100 countries, serving major brands such as Apple, Amazon, and Salesforce.
Douyu TV
Series B in 2016
Douyu TV is a live streaming media platform that provides live content such as games, sports, variety shows, entertainment, and more. The live-stream platform offers services like video-sharing for the students live broadcast, covers the main live game and sports as well as other live contents, enabling users to submit, view, and add commentary subtitles to videos of games, while incorporating content ranging from sports, variety shows, and entertainment. Zhang Wenming founded Douyu TV in 2013, with its headquarters in Wuhan in China.
eko
Series C in 2015
Eko is a media and technology company pioneering a new medium in which stories told in live action video are shaped by viewers as they unfold. The company provides a platform for the creation and delivery of interactive video entertainment and partners with media companies, independent creators, and top brands to create experiences for highly-engaged, digitally native audiences. The company's serialized shows are distributed through eko.com, affiliate partners, and social networks; available on desktop, mobile, connected devices, and VR. Eko Studio, which includes the company's authoring tools, is also home to a large and growing community of creators who are crafting their own interactive experiences with Eko's medium. Eko provides top-quality interactive entertainment and also offers unique opportunities for brands to connect with highly-engaged audiences. Eko investors include Walmart, Innovation Endeavors, Intel Capital, Marker, MGM, NEA, Samsung, Sequoia Capital, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and WPP. The company is based in New York with an office in Tel Aviv.
Rounds entertainment
Series B in 2015
Rounds Entertainment Ltd. develops mobile applications that facilitate social interaction through video and entertainment. The company's flagship product, Rounds, allows users to connect with friends, meet new people, play games, watch videos, and listen to music. By integrating online entertainment with video communication, Rounds aims to create live, engaging experiences across various social networks, operating systems, and devices. Additionally, Rounds offers cross-platform solutions, including a web version and applications compatible with Facebook and desktop environments. Founded in February 2008 by Dany Fishel, Ilan Leibovich, and Dimitry Shestek, Rounds was initially known as 6rounds until it rebranded in August 2010. The company is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, and has operated as a subsidiary of Kik Interactive, Inc. since January 2017.
KK
Series B in 2014
KK is a live interactive video platform provider. This is a platform where users can dance, listen to music, and do other things. KK's spread of Chinese culture consistently launched programs and events relating to traditional Chinese culture.
Douyu TV
Series B in 2014
Douyu TV is a live streaming media platform that provides live content such as games, sports, variety shows, entertainment, and more. The live-stream platform offers services like video-sharing for the students live broadcast, covers the main live game and sports as well as other live contents, enabling users to submit, view, and add commentary subtitles to videos of games, while incorporating content ranging from sports, variety shows, and entertainment. Zhang Wenming founded Douyu TV in 2013, with its headquarters in Wuhan in China.
eko
Series B in 2013
Eko is a media and technology company pioneering a new medium in which stories told in live action video are shaped by viewers as they unfold. The company provides a platform for the creation and delivery of interactive video entertainment and partners with media companies, independent creators, and top brands to create experiences for highly-engaged, digitally native audiences. The company's serialized shows are distributed through eko.com, affiliate partners, and social networks; available on desktop, mobile, connected devices, and VR. Eko Studio, which includes the company's authoring tools, is also home to a large and growing community of creators who are crafting their own interactive experiences with Eko's medium. Eko provides top-quality interactive entertainment and also offers unique opportunities for brands to connect with highly-engaged audiences. Eko investors include Walmart, Innovation Endeavors, Intel Capital, Marker, MGM, NEA, Samsung, Sequoia Capital, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and WPP. The company is based in New York with an office in Tel Aviv.
Changba
Series B in 2012
Changba is a Chinese smartphone application that offers a portable solo KTV booth for users. Users of Changba are able to upload their own renditions onto Sina, Weibo or Tencent’s Qzone, and even create accompanying photo slides. Other options include browsing other people’s songs and commenting or sending virtual flowers if the users enjoyed them. Changba has created a number of in-app celebrities with thousands of fans. Secondly, Changba has a filtering facility including built-in automatic sound mixers and echo effects. Changba was founded by Chen Hua. In February 2011, this application attracted $2 million of funding from BlueRun Ventures.
eko
Seed Round in 2011
Eko is a media and technology company pioneering a new medium in which stories told in live action video are shaped by viewers as they unfold. The company provides a platform for the creation and delivery of interactive video entertainment and partners with media companies, independent creators, and top brands to create experiences for highly-engaged, digitally native audiences. The company's serialized shows are distributed through eko.com, affiliate partners, and social networks; available on desktop, mobile, connected devices, and VR. Eko Studio, which includes the company's authoring tools, is also home to a large and growing community of creators who are crafting their own interactive experiences with Eko's medium. Eko provides top-quality interactive entertainment and also offers unique opportunities for brands to connect with highly-engaged audiences. Eko investors include Walmart, Innovation Endeavors, Intel Capital, Marker, MGM, NEA, Samsung, Sequoia Capital, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and WPP. The company is based in New York with an office in Tel Aviv.
56.Com
Series B in 2007
56.com is a user-generated content (UGC) video-sharing website in China. 56.com hosts more than 80 million online videos, the majority of which is user-generated, followed by in-house productions. 56.com obtained its online video license from the State Administration of Radio and Television of China in December 2008. 56.com was the first online video site to provide video album services in China, and was also the first to offer the “Beauty Show” in China. It has developed partnerships with clients such as Audi, Toyota, Coca Cola, McDonald, Nestle, and Nike. In October 2011, 56.com was fully acquired by Renren Inc. and became a part of the Renren Group.
CTS Media
Series A in 2006
CTS Media (Click To See Media) is a Sequoia-backed instream online video advertising network. It serves ads at the beginning, middle or end of any video programming. As of January 2008 the company has over 100 partner video publishers and remains the largest ad provider in China.
BitBand
Series B in 2003
BitBand is a technology provider specializing in advanced video content delivery solutions. The company, privately held and incorporated in the United States, operates its headquarters and research and development center in Israel. It offers video-on-demand technology services, enabling efficient delivery of video content to users.
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