Walden International

Walden International is a venture capital firm with a cross-border investment approach that leverages global markets and talent to grow technology companies. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in San Francisco, the firm maintains a global footprint including an office in Shanghai. It provides capital, relationships, and operating expertise to entrepreneurs, focusing on early and expansion-stage opportunities. The firm invests across information technology, Internet and digital media, software, semiconductors, and clean tech, and has backed companies in sectors such as AI, IoT, and SaaS. Its approach combines venture experience with hands-on operating know-how to help portfolio companies scale, often partnering with teams to access global markets and talent beyond geographic constraints. This cross-border orientation shapes its investments in regions including Asia, the United States, and other global markets.

Carson Chen

Venture Partner

Mary Coleman

Managing Director

Cliff Higgerson

Venture Partner

Andrew Kau

Partner

Hock Voon Loo

Venture Partner

Past deals in Telecommunications

Juexin Technology

Series A in 2023
Juexin Technology is an entity that designs high-speed optoelectronic chips. Its primary focus is on the development of electrical chips for high-speed optical communications.

CMind-SEMI

Series A in 2023
CMind is committed to becoming the new global leader in smartphone communication chips by concentrating on 4G and 5G advanced wireless communication chips and complete solutions.

PhotonIC Technologies

Series C in 2022
PhotonIC Technologies is a Shanghai-based company specializing in the development of integrated optoelectronic chips designed for advanced optical networking and Internet of Things (IoT) sensing applications. The firm focuses on creating high-speed, low-power optoelectronic integrated circuits that cater to various sectors, including data centers, 5G transmission, and 3D Time-of-Flight (ToF) smart sensing systems. By leveraging proprietary CMOS technology for chip design and manufacturing, PhotonIC Technologies aims to deliver competitive solutions in terms of performance, energy efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. The company collaborates with research entities and industrial partners to enhance its product offerings and drive innovation in the field of optoelectronics.

Point2 Technology

Series B in 2022
Founded in 2016, Point2 Technology specializes in developing dielectric waveguide technology for high-speed interconnects. Based in Seoul, South Korea, the company provides reliable, low-cost, and low-power solutions for short-range connectivity in data centers.

CMind-SEMI

Venture Round in 2021
CMind is committed to becoming the new global leader in smartphone communication chips by concentrating on 4G and 5G advanced wireless communication chips and complete solutions.

QST Corporation

Series B in 2020
QST Corporation, founded in September 2012 and headquartered in Shanghai, China, specializes in the development and manufacturing of micro-electromechanical system (MEMS) smart sensors. The company focuses on designing high-quality sensor solutions for mobile consumer electronic devices, including smartphones, tablets, wearables, and augmented/virtual reality headsets. Its product offerings include 3-axis magnetic sensors, accelerometers, gyroscopes, barometers, pressure sensors, and light sensors, as well as combined inertial sensors. QST Corporation aims to customize intelligent applications and services for its clients, leveraging the domestic industrial support system in China to achieve rapid growth. The company is positioned to serve various sectors, including IoT applications, smart homes, and drones, contributing to the advancement of intelligent mobile terminals.

Huaqin Communication Technology

Series A in 2017
Huaqin specializes in the design, development, and production of smartphones, tablets, notebooks, servers, and IoT products. As a global leader in ODM services, Huaqin partners with Google to ensure secure Android devices for customers worldwide.

PhotonIC Technologies

Series B in 2017
PhotonIC Technologies is a Shanghai-based company specializing in the development of integrated optoelectronic chips designed for advanced optical networking and Internet of Things (IoT) sensing applications. The firm focuses on creating high-speed, low-power optoelectronic integrated circuits that cater to various sectors, including data centers, 5G transmission, and 3D Time-of-Flight (ToF) smart sensing systems. By leveraging proprietary CMOS technology for chip design and manufacturing, PhotonIC Technologies aims to deliver competitive solutions in terms of performance, energy efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. The company collaborates with research entities and industrial partners to enhance its product offerings and drive innovation in the field of optoelectronics.

Credo Semiconductor

Series A in 2015
Credo Semiconductor, Inc. is a provider of mixed-signal semiconductor solutions aimed at the data center, enterprise networking, and high-performance computing markets. The company specializes in Serializer-Deserializer (SerDes) IP and interconnect solutions that enhance bandwidth and ensure signal integrity for next-generation platforms requiring connectivity rates of 25G, 50G, and 100G. Its product offerings include line card solutions such as retimers and gearboxes, optical DSP solutions for optical interconnects in cloud-scale and enterprise data centers, and active electrical cables designed for data center applications. Additionally, Credo develops SerDes IP and chiplets tailored for custom switch fabric, artificial intelligence, or high-performance computing ASIC applications. Established in 2008 and based in San Jose, California, Credo also operates offices in Taiwan, China, Hong Kong, and Japan.

Apptera

Venture Round in 2010
Apptera is a mobile communications and advertising company that specializes in delivering multimedia content and interactive experiences to mobile devices. Its flagship product, Raved, enhances consumer engagement while the Apptera MobileAd Network connects advertisers with a diverse array of publishers, enabling effective outreach to millions of mobile users. The company collaborates with notable partners such as AOL Moviefone and Movietickets.com to maximize advertising impact. Founded in 2001 and based in Silicon Valley, Apptera has received several industry accolades, including recognition as one of the OnMobile 100 Top Private Companies in 2011. The company also holds multiple patents related to its communications technology, underscoring its innovative approach in the mobile advertising space. Apptera maintains additional offices in New York and Los Angeles, reflecting its expansive operational footprint.

Actelis Networks

Venture Round in 2009
Actelis Networks specializes in high-performance broadband over copper solutions, enabling service providers to deliver Ethernet and broadband access services more efficiently than fiber optics or microwave. Their product portfolio includes aggregation switches, Ethernet access devices, management suites, and support services. Actelis caters to a diverse range of customers, including telecommunications companies, government agencies, educational institutions, and industrial organizations worldwide.

Narus

Venture Round in 2009
Narus, a subsidiary of The Boeing Company, specializes in cybersecurity solutions, leveraging advanced analytics to proactively identify cyber threats from both internal and external sources. The company's product lineup includes the NarusInsight system, a traffic intelligence platform that captures, analyzes, and correlates Internet protocol traffic. Additionally, the NarusInsight Secure Suite is designed to assist service providers and government entities in detecting network attacks, abuse, and behavioral anomalies. By employing sophisticated big data analytics, Narus enhances organizations' ability to predict and characterize advanced security threats, ultimately empowering them to safeguard their critical assets. The company serves a diverse clientele, including governments, carriers, and enterprises worldwide.

Beceem Communications

Venture Round in 2009
Beceem Communications is a fabless semiconductor company that focuses on providing innovative solutions for the WiMAX marketplace. It specializes in developing baseband and radio frequency (RF) integrated circuits, along with reference designs and software solutions, aimed at facilitating the integration of 4G technology into various mobile broadband devices. Since its inception, Beceem has established itself as a leader in the industry, being the first to introduce a pre-WiMAX chipset in 2005, followed by the launch of the first Wave 1 and Wave 2 mobile WiMAX chipsets in 2006. Their products support a wide range of end-user devices, including dongles, modems, gateways, mobile routers, and smartphones, contributing to advancements in mobile communications technology.

Funambol

Series B in 2008
Funambol is a provider of white-label cloud solutions for mobile operators and other service providers, enabling branded personal and business cloud services that span multi-device data synchronization, storage, and sharing. Its platforms allow telecoms and device manufacturers to offer customized cloud offerings, with features including multi-device sync of contacts, calendars, photos, videos, and files, and integration with existing infrastructure APIs. The company's product family includes personal cloud services such as OneMediaHub, which stores user content in the cloud, OneBizHub for SMB file syncing and sharing, OneSafetyHub for location tracking and emergency alerts, as well as OneSIMHub for SIM-based cloud services and upgrade paths to smartphones. Funambol is based in Foster City, California, and began as Sync4j before adopting its current name in 2003. The company focuses on enabling operators and OEMs to deliver branded, accessible cloud experiences that improve data accessibility and user engagement across devices.

Quintic

Series B in 2008
Quintic (Beijing) Microelectronics Co., Ltd. is a Chinese chip design company focused on providing consumers with low power consumption and cost-effective wireless access solutions. Quintic was established on September 29, 2006. Its core design and architecture engineers come from leading global companies with technical expertise covering WLAN, Bluetooth, WiMax, mobile TV, ultra wideband, and other communications standards. Since early 2007, Quintic started the development of the FM production line, and incorporated high-performance FM transmitter chips in the field of personal wireless audio connectivity applications.

3Peak

Pre Seed Round in 2008
3Peak is a fabless semiconductor company that designs, develops, and manufactures high‑speed, ultra‑precision, low‑power, low‑noise analog integrated circuits and related systems. Its product portfolio serves industrial automation, medical equipment, automotive electronics, communication infrastructure, and information security markets. The company engages in research and development, design, production, sales, and after‑sales support for its integrated circuit solutions.

Matisse Networks

Series C in 2007
Matisse Networks, Inc. provides optical burst switching solutions for metro Ethernet optical transport networks. The company offers EtherBurst, a packet WDM system for scaling metro and campus networks. Its EtherBurst comprises SX-1000 Ethernet service nodes that serve as a local Ethernet switch and on-ramp to the packet WDM photonic layer; PX-1000 photonic nodes that are deployed in a metro ring and provide an automated optical layer; and MatisseView management system that provides access to optical and packet service management software. The company’s products enable solutions for service providers, enterprises, and government agencies. Matisse Networks, Inc. was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California.

Telegent Systems

Series C in 2007
Telegent Systems, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in Sunnyvale, California, founded in 2004. The company specializes in the development and marketing of advanced analog CMOS RF and mixed-signal system-on-a-chip solutions. Telegent Systems focuses on creating products that facilitate the reception, processing, and output of free-to-air analog broadcast television, primarily for mobile handsets and portable media devices. By leveraging its technical expertise in RF mixed-signal design and communications signal processing, the company aims to open new market opportunities in communications and computing platforms. Its operations span multiple regions, including Southeast Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, China, and the Russian Federation/CIS.

Neoconix

Series C in 2007
Neoconix, Inc. is a supplier of low-profile, high-performance electrical connectors catering to mobile, enterprise IT, and industrial markets. Founded in 2002 and based in San Jose, California, the company specializes in miniaturized connectors that leverage its patented PCBeam technology. This technology utilizes standard printed circuit lithographic processes, enabling rapid development and competitive pricing for custom electrical connector solutions. Neoconix offers a diverse range of products, including standard mobile and consumer connectors, high-speed connectors, and various custom connector options for applications in computing, telecommunications, consumer electronics, military-aerospace, medical devices, and test equipment. With over 60 patents issued or pending, Neoconix is recognized for delivering some of the industry's lowest profile connectors, achieving high reliability and extreme performance exceeding 25Gb/s. The company was previously known as Epic Technology, Inc. before adopting its current name in December 2004.

Apptera

Series D in 2007
Apptera is a mobile communications and advertising company that specializes in delivering multimedia content and interactive experiences to mobile devices. Its flagship product, Raved, enhances consumer engagement while the Apptera MobileAd Network connects advertisers with a diverse array of publishers, enabling effective outreach to millions of mobile users. The company collaborates with notable partners such as AOL Moviefone and Movietickets.com to maximize advertising impact. Founded in 2001 and based in Silicon Valley, Apptera has received several industry accolades, including recognition as one of the OnMobile 100 Top Private Companies in 2011. The company also holds multiple patents related to its communications technology, underscoring its innovative approach in the mobile advertising space. Apptera maintains additional offices in New York and Los Angeles, reflecting its expansive operational footprint.

Xponent

Series C in 2007
Xponent Photonics, Inc. manufactures surface mount photonic components for optical assemblies. It offers triplexers and diplexers for single-fiber applications, including PON, point-to-point, and bidirectional radio frequency (RF) systems. Xponent Photonics serves optical systems vendors, transceiver suppliers, and optical subsystem suppliers. The company was formerly known as cQuint Communications Corporation and changed its name to Xponent Photonics, Inc. in March 2002.

API Cryptek

Series C in 2007
Cryptek, Inc. specializes in providing information sharing products and solutions aimed at enhancing security for both government and private sector clients. The company develops, manufactures, and sells a range of communications products designed to protect against security threats. Its offerings include the ION Secure Remote Access suite, which facilitates secure networking for remote management of information technology and telecom systems. Additionally, Cryptek features two main product lines: DiamondTEK, focused on secure virtual networks, and TS-21 Blackjack, which provides high-resolution facsimile equipment. Founded in 1986 and based in Sterling, Virginia, Cryptek operates testing chambers in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, serving a diverse clientele that includes military, intelligence agencies, and telecommunications equipment manufacturers.

Beceem Communications

Series D in 2007
Beceem Communications is a fabless semiconductor company that focuses on providing innovative solutions for the WiMAX marketplace. It specializes in developing baseband and radio frequency (RF) integrated circuits, along with reference designs and software solutions, aimed at facilitating the integration of 4G technology into various mobile broadband devices. Since its inception, Beceem has established itself as a leader in the industry, being the first to introduce a pre-WiMAX chipset in 2005, followed by the launch of the first Wave 1 and Wave 2 mobile WiMAX chipsets in 2006. Their products support a wide range of end-user devices, including dongles, modems, gateways, mobile routers, and smartphones, contributing to advancements in mobile communications technology.

Actelis Networks

Series E in 2007
Actelis Networks specializes in high-performance broadband over copper solutions, enabling service providers to deliver Ethernet and broadband access services more efficiently than fiber optics or microwave. Their product portfolio includes aggregation switches, Ethernet access devices, management suites, and support services. Actelis caters to a diverse range of customers, including telecommunications companies, government agencies, educational institutions, and industrial organizations worldwide.

Beceem Communications

Series D in 2006
Beceem Communications is a fabless semiconductor company that focuses on providing innovative solutions for the WiMAX marketplace. It specializes in developing baseband and radio frequency (RF) integrated circuits, along with reference designs and software solutions, aimed at facilitating the integration of 4G technology into various mobile broadband devices. Since its inception, Beceem has established itself as a leader in the industry, being the first to introduce a pre-WiMAX chipset in 2005, followed by the launch of the first Wave 1 and Wave 2 mobile WiMAX chipsets in 2006. Their products support a wide range of end-user devices, including dongles, modems, gateways, mobile routers, and smartphones, contributing to advancements in mobile communications technology.

Matisse Networks

Series B in 2006
Matisse Networks, Inc. provides optical burst switching solutions for metro Ethernet optical transport networks. The company offers EtherBurst, a packet WDM system for scaling metro and campus networks. Its EtherBurst comprises SX-1000 Ethernet service nodes that serve as a local Ethernet switch and on-ramp to the packet WDM photonic layer; PX-1000 photonic nodes that are deployed in a metro ring and provide an automated optical layer; and MatisseView management system that provides access to optical and packet service management software. The company’s products enable solutions for service providers, enterprises, and government agencies. Matisse Networks, Inc. was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California.

Neoconix

Venture Round in 2006
Neoconix, Inc. is a supplier of low-profile, high-performance electrical connectors catering to mobile, enterprise IT, and industrial markets. Founded in 2002 and based in San Jose, California, the company specializes in miniaturized connectors that leverage its patented PCBeam technology. This technology utilizes standard printed circuit lithographic processes, enabling rapid development and competitive pricing for custom electrical connector solutions. Neoconix offers a diverse range of products, including standard mobile and consumer connectors, high-speed connectors, and various custom connector options for applications in computing, telecommunications, consumer electronics, military-aerospace, medical devices, and test equipment. With over 60 patents issued or pending, Neoconix is recognized for delivering some of the industry's lowest profile connectors, achieving high reliability and extreme performance exceeding 25Gb/s. The company was previously known as Epic Technology, Inc. before adopting its current name in December 2004.

Inphi

Series D in 2005
Inphi Corporation is a provider of high-speed analog and mixed-signal semiconductor solutions, primarily serving the communications, data center, and computing markets in the United States. The company specializes in products that enhance data transmission capabilities, including amplifiers, encoders, multiplexers, and clock recovery devices, operating at speeds up to 100 Gbps. These solutions are integral to the functionality of servers, routers, switches, and storage systems, addressing bandwidth bottlenecks and optimizing throughput while minimizing latency. Inphi collaborates with system vendors to create proprietary simulation models that predict performance prior to semiconductor fabrication. The company's extensive product line also supports applications in test and measurement equipment and military radar systems. Inphi sells its products directly to original equipment manufacturers and indirectly through module manufacturers and original design manufacturers. Founded in 2000 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Inphi was previously known as TCom Communications, Inc. before rebranding in 2001.

Channelsoft (Beijing) Technology

Series A in 2005
Channelsoft (Beijing) Technology Co., Ltd. is a prominent provider of communications software products and services in Mainland China, founded in 2000 and headquartered in Beijing. The company specializes in telecom value-added service platforms and call center platforms that cater to various sectors, including telecommunications, finance, government, post, and media. Channelsoft is recognized for its strong research and development focus on technologies that integrate communications, computer, and cable television networks. As a leader in the domestic market, the company offers solutions for creating, deploying, managing, and operating value-added business and interactive services, as well as promoting trans-platform solutions to unify multiple networks.

Beceem Communications

Series B in 2005
Beceem Communications is a fabless semiconductor company that focuses on providing innovative solutions for the WiMAX marketplace. It specializes in developing baseband and radio frequency (RF) integrated circuits, along with reference designs and software solutions, aimed at facilitating the integration of 4G technology into various mobile broadband devices. Since its inception, Beceem has established itself as a leader in the industry, being the first to introduce a pre-WiMAX chipset in 2005, followed by the launch of the first Wave 1 and Wave 2 mobile WiMAX chipsets in 2006. Their products support a wide range of end-user devices, including dongles, modems, gateways, mobile routers, and smartphones, contributing to advancements in mobile communications technology.

OpenClovis

Series B in 2005
OpenClovis, Inc. specializes in providing open source and standards-based application service platforms tailored for the development of enterprise and telecommunications products. The company's offerings include an application service platform that enhances management and high availability services, an integrated development environment specifically designed for telecom applications, and a test automation environment tool that addresses lifecycle testing needs in distributed network elements. Additionally, OpenClovis provides the ASP Web Director, a web-based cluster management solution. The company serves a variety of clients including solution integrators, network equipment manufacturers, and telecommunications equipment manufacturers, with a focus on the defense, telecommunications, and networking industries. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Petaluma, California, OpenClovis also maintains a research and development facility in Bangalore, India. Previously known as Clovis Solutions, Inc., the company rebranded in 2006.

Fastmobile

Series B in 2005
Fastmobile is a company that specializes in integrated communications and community solutions aimed at wireless operators, portals, and handset manufacturers. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, with additional offices across North America, Europe, China, and South America, Fastmobile provides a range of services designed to enhance communication and information sharing. Its flagship offering, the Fastmobile Experience, allows for the delivery of various applications, including integrated messaging, multimedia content, and social networking, all through a cohesive user interface. Additionally, Fastmobile supports mobile operators by enabling them to mobilize online messaging and content services, thereby facilitating connections across diverse platforms such as voice, instant messaging, SMS, multimedia messaging, and email. The company operates as a subsidiary of Research In Motion Limited.

Neoconix

Series B in 2005
Neoconix, Inc. is a supplier of low-profile, high-performance electrical connectors catering to mobile, enterprise IT, and industrial markets. Founded in 2002 and based in San Jose, California, the company specializes in miniaturized connectors that leverage its patented PCBeam technology. This technology utilizes standard printed circuit lithographic processes, enabling rapid development and competitive pricing for custom electrical connector solutions. Neoconix offers a diverse range of products, including standard mobile and consumer connectors, high-speed connectors, and various custom connector options for applications in computing, telecommunications, consumer electronics, military-aerospace, medical devices, and test equipment. With over 60 patents issued or pending, Neoconix is recognized for delivering some of the industry's lowest profile connectors, achieving high reliability and extreme performance exceeding 25Gb/s. The company was previously known as Epic Technology, Inc. before adopting its current name in December 2004.

Reef Point Systems

Venture Round in 2005
Reef Point Systems, Inc. specializes in providing security solutions for converged wireless and wireline networks in the United States. The company's product portfolio includes the iQ family, which focuses on fixed/mobile convergence security, secure mobile access, and network infrastructure protection. These solutions are designed to help operators secure a range of services, including voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), Internet Protocol television (IPTV), and multimedia services. Reef Point's offerings enable wireless service providers to safeguard their network infrastructure while delivering multimedia services to mobile users. Additionally, the company provides various security services such as virtual private networks, firewalls, denial of service attack prevention, content filtering, and remote access. Founded in 1998 and formerly known as Quarry Technologies, Inc., Reef Point Systems is headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts. In December 2007, it was acquired by NextPoint Networks, Inc.

Actelis Networks

Series D in 2005
Actelis Networks specializes in high-performance broadband over copper solutions, enabling service providers to deliver Ethernet and broadband access services more efficiently than fiber optics or microwave. Their product portfolio includes aggregation switches, Ethernet access devices, management suites, and support services. Actelis caters to a diverse range of customers, including telecommunications companies, government agencies, educational institutions, and industrial organizations worldwide.

Inphi

Series C in 2004
Inphi Corporation is a provider of high-speed analog and mixed-signal semiconductor solutions, primarily serving the communications, data center, and computing markets in the United States. The company specializes in products that enhance data transmission capabilities, including amplifiers, encoders, multiplexers, and clock recovery devices, operating at speeds up to 100 Gbps. These solutions are integral to the functionality of servers, routers, switches, and storage systems, addressing bandwidth bottlenecks and optimizing throughput while minimizing latency. Inphi collaborates with system vendors to create proprietary simulation models that predict performance prior to semiconductor fabrication. The company's extensive product line also supports applications in test and measurement equipment and military radar systems. Inphi sells its products directly to original equipment manufacturers and indirectly through module manufacturers and original design manufacturers. Founded in 2000 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Inphi was previously known as TCom Communications, Inc. before rebranding in 2001.

BroadLogic Network Technologies

Series C in 2004
BroadLogic Network Technologies, Inc. specializes in designing and supplying video-processing mixed signal semiconductors for broadband network operators. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company provides essential technologies that enable services such as video-on-demand, digital video, voice, and high-speed data for consumers. Its flagship product, TeraPIX, is a multi-channel video processor that decodes digital video streams, facilitating both analog and digital service tiers. This technology allows cable-ready devices, including televisions and DVRs, to access a variety of programs. Additionally, BroadLogic develops Wideband Receivers for new subscriber devices and collaborates with key industry partners, enhancing its offerings for system operators and manufacturers. The company also maintains a development center in Beijing, China.

Greenfield Networks

Series C in 2004
Greenfield Networks provides Ethernet switch silicon technology solutions for enterprise and metro applications primarily in India and internationally. The company offers a series of packet processors; G135 Intelligent Mux, which is a 12-port gigabit Ethernet (GE) intelligent multiplexer for GE linecards for enterprise and metro edge chassis systems; and G900 switch fabric that delivers wirespeed switching performance for its 10 Gbps fabric ports.

Apptera

Series C in 2004
Apptera is a mobile communications and advertising company that specializes in delivering multimedia content and interactive experiences to mobile devices. Its flagship product, Raved, enhances consumer engagement while the Apptera MobileAd Network connects advertisers with a diverse array of publishers, enabling effective outreach to millions of mobile users. The company collaborates with notable partners such as AOL Moviefone and Movietickets.com to maximize advertising impact. Founded in 2001 and based in Silicon Valley, Apptera has received several industry accolades, including recognition as one of the OnMobile 100 Top Private Companies in 2011. The company also holds multiple patents related to its communications technology, underscoring its innovative approach in the mobile advertising space. Apptera maintains additional offices in New York and Los Angeles, reflecting its expansive operational footprint.

Ikanos

Series E in 2004
Ikanos Communications designs, develops, markets, and sells semiconductors and integrated firmware products for connected home networks worldwide. Its offerings include DSL processors, gateway processors, and multi-mode communications processors supporting various network topologies like Ethernet, PON, DSL, and LTE. Serving network equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and other clients through direct sales and distributors, Ikanos operates as a subsidiary of Qualcomm Atheros since 2015, headquartered in Fremont, California.

Ubicom

Series B in 2004
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.

Reef Point Systems

Series D in 2004
Reef Point Systems, Inc. specializes in providing security solutions for converged wireless and wireline networks in the United States. The company's product portfolio includes the iQ family, which focuses on fixed/mobile convergence security, secure mobile access, and network infrastructure protection. These solutions are designed to help operators secure a range of services, including voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), Internet Protocol television (IPTV), and multimedia services. Reef Point's offerings enable wireless service providers to safeguard their network infrastructure while delivering multimedia services to mobile users. Additionally, the company provides various security services such as virtual private networks, firewalls, denial of service attack prevention, content filtering, and remote access. Founded in 1998 and formerly known as Quarry Technologies, Inc., Reef Point Systems is headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts. In December 2007, it was acquired by NextPoint Networks, Inc.

Xponent

Series C in 2003
Xponent Photonics, Inc. manufactures surface mount photonic components for optical assemblies. It offers triplexers and diplexers for single-fiber applications, including PON, point-to-point, and bidirectional radio frequency (RF) systems. Xponent Photonics serves optical systems vendors, transceiver suppliers, and optical subsystem suppliers. The company was formerly known as cQuint Communications Corporation and changed its name to Xponent Photonics, Inc. in March 2002.

Vivato

Series C in 2003
Vivato is a provider of Wi-Fi infrastructure solutions that specializes in designing and delivering connectivity systems for mobile carriers and operators both in the United States and internationally. The company develops indoor and outdoor Wi-Fi base stations that enhance range and coverage for large environments, such as warehouses, stadiums, convention centers, office parks, and various outdoor areas. Vivato's indoor base stations improve connectivity in expansive indoor settings, while its outdoor base stations support high data rates for urban and rural initiatives, educational campuses, resorts, and transportation hubs, including airports and train terminals. By addressing the increasing demand for bandwidth driven by mobile devices, Vivato plays a vital role in enhancing wireless network infrastructure.

Terawave Communications

Series E in 2003
Terawave Communications, Inc. is a manufacturer of converged access and multi-service networking solutions, specializing in optical components for communications equipment. The company offers multi-service aggregation and passive optical network (PON) products that facilitate the convergence of data, voice, video, and circuit services. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Hayward, California, Terawave operates additional offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. Its customer base includes service providers, government agencies, and enterprise clients across the United States, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America.

United Platform Technologies

Series A in 2003
United Platform Technologies is a China-based company that offers telecommunication services. It also provides its clients with communications solutions, information exchange, and information inquiry services. United Platform Technologies is headquartered in Haidian, Beijing.

CommVerge Solutions

Venture Round in 2002
CommVerge Solutions is a prominent network services company based in Hong Kong, specializing in providing professional services and advanced network solutions to telecom service providers across the Asia Pacific region. Established in 1999, the company has experienced significant growth by delivering integrated solutions for converged voice and data networks, mobile network infrastructure, and various application platforms including 3G, LTE, and WiMAX. With a dedicated team of network planners, technical sales and support staff, and project implementation experts, CommVerge Solutions is committed to evaluating and integrating best-of-breed products to enhance the performance and cost-effectiveness of its clients' networks. The company offers a range of services, including project management, network integration, technical support, and optimization, ensuring that telecommunications providers can effectively manage and enhance their technology infrastructure. CommVerge Solutions operates offices in key locations such as Beijing, Shanghai, Taipei, Seoul, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Manila, Bangkok, Brunei, and Los Angeles, California, reflecting its extensive reach and commitment to serving the telecommunications industry.

Inphi

Series B in 2002
Inphi Corporation is a provider of high-speed analog and mixed-signal semiconductor solutions, primarily serving the communications, data center, and computing markets in the United States. The company specializes in products that enhance data transmission capabilities, including amplifiers, encoders, multiplexers, and clock recovery devices, operating at speeds up to 100 Gbps. These solutions are integral to the functionality of servers, routers, switches, and storage systems, addressing bandwidth bottlenecks and optimizing throughput while minimizing latency. Inphi collaborates with system vendors to create proprietary simulation models that predict performance prior to semiconductor fabrication. The company's extensive product line also supports applications in test and measurement equipment and military radar systems. Inphi sells its products directly to original equipment manufacturers and indirectly through module manufacturers and original design manufacturers. Founded in 2000 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Inphi was previously known as TCom Communications, Inc. before rebranding in 2001.

Nova Crystals

Series D in 2002
Nova Crystals develops and manufactures fiber-optic data/telecommunications components based on their proprietary process and wafer technologies, as well as high efficiency LEDs for display and illumination applications.

Gigabit Optics

Series B in 2001
Gigabit Optics Corporation is a manufacturer and developer of fiber-optic equipment, specializing in both passive and active optical communication products. Founded in June 2000 in Silicon Valley, the company is focused on creating technologies that meet the evolving needs of the optical networking industry. With a strong foundation built on patented optical technologies, Gigabit Optics aims to provide high-bandwidth access solutions that will shape the future of optical communications. The company is experiencing rapid growth and is committed to innovation within the sector.

Global Communication Devices

Series B in 2001
Global Communication Devices is engaged in the design of fabless RF and mixed-signal ICs (integrated circuits) and RF and mixed-signal.

Ikanos

Series C in 2001
Ikanos Communications designs, develops, markets, and sells semiconductors and integrated firmware products for connected home networks worldwide. Its offerings include DSL processors, gateway processors, and multi-mode communications processors supporting various network topologies like Ethernet, PON, DSL, and LTE. Serving network equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and other clients through direct sales and distributors, Ikanos operates as a subsidiary of Qualcomm Atheros since 2015, headquartered in Fremont, California.

Actelis Networks

Series C in 2001
Actelis Networks specializes in high-performance broadband over copper solutions, enabling service providers to deliver Ethernet and broadband access services more efficiently than fiber optics or microwave. Their product portfolio includes aggregation switches, Ethernet access devices, management suites, and support services. Actelis caters to a diverse range of customers, including telecommunications companies, government agencies, educational institutions, and industrial organizations worldwide.

Morphics Technology

Series C in 2001
Morphics Technology, Inc. is a communications systems company specializing in wireless signal processors (WSPs) and intellectual property (IP) cores for base stations and terminal devices. The company leverages its expertise in communications theory, digital signal processing, computer architecture, and silicon engineering to deliver high-performance signal processing solutions that offer flexibility and scalability for next-generation wireless networks. Morphics provides efficient off-the-shelf WSPs designed to meet the cost-reduction demands of 3G base station manufacturers, enabling scalable baseband processing with exceptional channel density. These programmable WSPs allow equipment vendors to incorporate proprietary features for enhanced radio-link and network performance, while also supporting various leading 3G wireless standards.

Gigabit Optics

Series A in 2001
Gigabit Optics Corporation is a manufacturer and developer of fiber-optic equipment, specializing in both passive and active optical communication products. Founded in June 2000 in Silicon Valley, the company is focused on creating technologies that meet the evolving needs of the optical networking industry. With a strong foundation built on patented optical technologies, Gigabit Optics aims to provide high-bandwidth access solutions that will shape the future of optical communications. The company is experiencing rapid growth and is committed to innovation within the sector.

Nova Crystals

Series C in 2000
Nova Crystals develops and manufactures fiber-optic data/telecommunications components based on their proprietary process and wafer technologies, as well as high efficiency LEDs for display and illumination applications.

Unimobile

Series B in 2000
Unimobile, formerly known as Gray Cell Inc., is a company that specializes in enhancing the experience of individuals using personal mobile communication devices through its products and software applications. Founded in 1996 by Rajesh T.S. Reddy, Unimobile has its headquarters in Silicon Valley and engineering offices in Bangalore, India. The company developed early technologies such as an advanced two-way Internet and email to paging gateway for Page Point services, and later provided internet-to-SMS gateways and the first internet-to-cellular gateway in India. Unimobile's platform enables secure, real-time two-way messaging on any mobile device across multiple network protocols, allowing corporations to increase productivity, reduce costs, and grow revenues.

Ubicom

Venture Round in 2000
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.

Radix Wireless

Series A in 2000
Radix Wireless is a developer of broadband wireless products for network service providers.

InnoMedia

Venture Round in 2000
InnoMedia, Inc. is a manufacturer and supplier of Internet and broadband Internet Protocol (IP) telephony solutions. The company specializes in providing a range of products to cable multiple system operators (MSOs), broadband service providers, enterprises, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and distribution partners worldwide. Its offerings include multimedia terminal adapters, IP phones, customer premise equipment, business voice solutions, and network products designed for converged IP networks. InnoMedia also provides advanced solutions such as multi-port analog telephone adapters, enterprise session border controllers, and various cable and management systems. Established in 1995 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, InnoMedia has additional offices in Singapore, San Jose, Hsinchu, and Beijing.

Reef Point Systems

Venture Round in 2000
Reef Point Systems, Inc. specializes in providing security solutions for converged wireless and wireline networks in the United States. The company's product portfolio includes the iQ family, which focuses on fixed/mobile convergence security, secure mobile access, and network infrastructure protection. These solutions are designed to help operators secure a range of services, including voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), Internet Protocol television (IPTV), and multimedia services. Reef Point's offerings enable wireless service providers to safeguard their network infrastructure while delivering multimedia services to mobile users. Additionally, the company provides various security services such as virtual private networks, firewalls, denial of service attack prevention, content filtering, and remote access. Founded in 1998 and formerly known as Quarry Technologies, Inc., Reef Point Systems is headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts. In December 2007, it was acquired by NextPoint Networks, Inc.

Terawave Communications

Series B in 2000
Terawave Communications, Inc. is a manufacturer of converged access and multi-service networking solutions, specializing in optical components for communications equipment. The company offers multi-service aggregation and passive optical network (PON) products that facilitate the convergence of data, voice, video, and circuit services. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Hayward, California, Terawave operates additional offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. Its customer base includes service providers, government agencies, and enterprise clients across the United States, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America.

BroadLogic Network Technologies

Series B in 2000
BroadLogic Network Technologies, Inc. specializes in designing and supplying video-processing mixed signal semiconductors for broadband network operators. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company provides essential technologies that enable services such as video-on-demand, digital video, voice, and high-speed data for consumers. Its flagship product, TeraPIX, is a multi-channel video processor that decodes digital video streams, facilitating both analog and digital service tiers. This technology allows cable-ready devices, including televisions and DVRs, to access a variety of programs. Additionally, BroadLogic develops Wideband Receivers for new subscriber devices and collaborates with key industry partners, enhancing its offerings for system operators and manufacturers. The company also maintains a development center in Beijing, China.

Tachion Networks

Series A in 1999
Tachion Networks builds next-generation networking infrastructure equipment enabling communications service providers.

Morphics Technology

Series B in 1999
Morphics Technology, Inc. is a communications systems company specializing in wireless signal processors (WSPs) and intellectual property (IP) cores for base stations and terminal devices. The company leverages its expertise in communications theory, digital signal processing, computer architecture, and silicon engineering to deliver high-performance signal processing solutions that offer flexibility and scalability for next-generation wireless networks. Morphics provides efficient off-the-shelf WSPs designed to meet the cost-reduction demands of 3G base station manufacturers, enabling scalable baseband processing with exceptional channel density. These programmable WSPs allow equipment vendors to incorporate proprietary features for enhanced radio-link and network performance, while also supporting various leading 3G wireless standards.

Actelis Networks

Series A in 1999
Actelis Networks specializes in high-performance broadband over copper solutions, enabling service providers to deliver Ethernet and broadband access services more efficiently than fiber optics or microwave. Their product portfolio includes aggregation switches, Ethernet access devices, management suites, and support services. Actelis caters to a diverse range of customers, including telecommunications companies, government agencies, educational institutions, and industrial organizations worldwide.

Ubicom

Series B in 1999
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.

BroadLogic Network Technologies

Series A in 1999
BroadLogic Network Technologies, Inc. specializes in designing and supplying video-processing mixed signal semiconductors for broadband network operators. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company provides essential technologies that enable services such as video-on-demand, digital video, voice, and high-speed data for consumers. Its flagship product, TeraPIX, is a multi-channel video processor that decodes digital video streams, facilitating both analog and digital service tiers. This technology allows cable-ready devices, including televisions and DVRs, to access a variety of programs. Additionally, BroadLogic develops Wideband Receivers for new subscriber devices and collaborates with key industry partners, enhancing its offerings for system operators and manufacturers. The company also maintains a development center in Beijing, China.

Accelerated Networks

Venture Round in 1998
Accelerated Networks, Inc. was engaged in the development and marketing of customer premise telecommunications products that enabled carriers to deliver bundled voice and data services over a single broadband access network.
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