Sprint

Sprint Corporation was an American telecommunications company that provided a wide range of wireless and wireline communications services to consumers, businesses, and government entities. It was known for its innovative technologies, which included two wireless networks that served nearly 49 million customers at the end of the second quarter of 2009. Sprint offered industry-leading mobile data services, instant national and international push-to-talk capabilities, and a global Tier 1 Internet backbone. On April 1, 2020, Sprint merged with T-Mobile US, marking a significant consolidation in the telecommunications industry.

Marcelo Claure

Executive Chairman

16 past transactions

Akibah Health

Seed Round in 2017
Akibah Health is a company focused on enhancing diabetes management through innovative mobile health technology and data science. Its flagship product, GluCase, is a smartphone case that functions as a glucometer, allowing diabetic patients to measure their blood sugar levels conveniently without the need for cumbersome supplies. The GluCase enables users to monitor their blood sugar in real-time and provides personalized, data-driven coaching to promote healthier living. Additionally, it features a dashboard that allows users to share their contextualized blood sugar readings with healthcare teams, facilitating timely alerts when readings fall outside of optimal ranges. Through these advancements, Akibah Health aims to empower individuals with the tools and knowledge necessary for effective diabetes management.

Aspiro

Funding Round in 2017
Aspiro is a media technology company that specializes in music consumption and content distribution. It provides a subscription-based streaming service, WiMP, which delivers high-quality audio along with integrated editorial content, magazines, and videos. Aspiro also functions as a content provider through its RADR platform, which assists online media partners in attracting and retaining visitors to their websites. The company's offerings include direct-to-consumer sales as well as partnerships with telecom and cable providers, enhancing its reach in the streaming market. Additionally, Aspiro operates a video content syndication platform that enables monetization opportunities for publishers and content owners through advertising.

TIDAL

Corporate Round in 2017
TIDAL is a global music and entertainment platform dedicated to connecting artists and fans while providing exclusive access to high-profile content, including music, videos, livestreams, tickets, merchandise, and live experiences. The platform features a catalog of over 50 million songs and 200,000 high-quality music videos, and offers original content such as podcasts, video series, and artist documentaries. Available in 52 countries, TIDAL has livestreamed more than 120 concerts and facilitated the sale of 325,000 concert tickets, alongside hosting numerous exclusive events for its members. This subscription-based service emphasizes lossless audio and high-definition music videos, ensuring a premium experience for users seeking curated editorial content.

EyeVerify

Series A in 2014
EyeVerify Inc. is a biometric technology company based in Kansas City, Missouri, founded in 2012. It specializes in eye-based biometric solutions for mobile devices, offering its primary product, EyePrint ID. This patented authentication solution utilizes existing smartphone cameras to capture and analyze the unique patterns of blood vessels in the eye, providing a secure and password-free mobile experience. EyePrint ID is designed to enhance data security with an encryption key equivalent to a complex 50-character password, making it suitable for use on both iOS and Android platforms. The company primarily serves businesses looking to secure customer data through its innovative biometric verification technology. As of September 2016, EyeVerify operates as a subsidiary of Ant Financial Services Group.

Medicast

Venture Round in 2013
Medicast is a technology platform designed to assist hospitals and healthcare systems in delivering personalized care directly to patients in their homes. Founded on the principle that health begins at home, Medicast connects patients with physicians to facilitate on-demand healthcare services, including scheduling in-person house calls and virtual visits. The platform is recognized as the only mobile-first logistics and management solution for such care delivery, developed through collaboration with both patients and healthcare providers. Medicast's user-friendly technology enhances provider efficiency and utilization while improving satisfaction for both patients and providers.

Handmark

Acquisition in 2013
Handmark is a software development company specializing in applications for various mobile platforms including Android, Blackberry, Palm, and Windows. Their product portfolio spans across multiple categories such as games, personalization solutions, ringtones, utilities, tools, sports, business productivity, fitness health, news information, reference, and entertainment. Notably, they have developed the Tantao News Mobile Reader for BlackBerry smartphones, offering global and domestic news sourced from Chinese media outlets.

OneLouder

Acquisition in 2013
OneLouder is a leading mobile app developer and advertising company. It powers top apps on Android and iOS like TweetCaster for Twitter, 1Weather and BaconReader for Reddit. The company’s SportCaster app was acquired by CBS in 2012. The company had more than 20 million downloads in 2012 alone and currently displays over one billion ad impressions per month. OneLouder also specializes in mobile advertising and marketing strategies for other mobile app developers driving higher eCPMs and maximizing revenue. The OneLouder Ad Engine simplifies the complex advertising ecosystem, optimizing traffic across dozens of ad networks and DSPs. OneLouder works to ensure ad requests are filled with the highest yielding campaigns. Its direct sales force also connects partners to exclusive campaigns that ad networks don’t have access to, making their yield even higher. OneLouder is a wholly owned subsidiary of Handmark, Inc.

ClearWire

Private Equity Round in 2013
Clearwire, founded in October 2003 by telecom pioneer Craig O. McCaw, is a provider of wireless high-speed Internet services. The company offers fast, portable, and reliable Internet connectivity by utilizing licensed spectrum, allowing customers to bypass traditional cable and phone line constraints. Headquartered in Kirkland, Washington, Clearwire launched its first market in August 2004 and has since expanded its services to 50 markets across the United States and Europe. In addition to broadband services for individuals and small businesses, Clearwire also provides VoIP services, supporting third-party domestic and international Internet service providers. The company is now part of Sprint, which acquired Clearwire to enhance its network offerings.

ClearWire

Acquisition in 2012
Clearwire, founded in October 2003 by telecom pioneer Craig O. McCaw, is a provider of wireless high-speed Internet services. The company offers fast, portable, and reliable Internet connectivity by utilizing licensed spectrum, allowing customers to bypass traditional cable and phone line constraints. Headquartered in Kirkland, Washington, Clearwire launched its first market in August 2004 and has since expanded its services to 50 markets across the United States and Europe. In addition to broadband services for individuals and small businesses, Clearwire also provides VoIP services, supporting third-party domestic and international Internet service providers. The company is now part of Sprint, which acquired Clearwire to enhance its network offerings.

ClearWire

Post in 2009
Clearwire, founded in October 2003 by telecom pioneer Craig O. McCaw, is a provider of wireless high-speed Internet services. The company offers fast, portable, and reliable Internet connectivity by utilizing licensed spectrum, allowing customers to bypass traditional cable and phone line constraints. Headquartered in Kirkland, Washington, Clearwire launched its first market in August 2004 and has since expanded its services to 50 markets across the United States and Europe. In addition to broadband services for individuals and small businesses, Clearwire also provides VoIP services, supporting third-party domestic and international Internet service providers. The company is now part of Sprint, which acquired Clearwire to enhance its network offerings.

ClearWire

Post in 2009
Clearwire, founded in October 2003 by telecom pioneer Craig O. McCaw, is a provider of wireless high-speed Internet services. The company offers fast, portable, and reliable Internet connectivity by utilizing licensed spectrum, allowing customers to bypass traditional cable and phone line constraints. Headquartered in Kirkland, Washington, Clearwire launched its first market in August 2004 and has since expanded its services to 50 markets across the United States and Europe. In addition to broadband services for individuals and small businesses, Clearwire also provides VoIP services, supporting third-party domestic and international Internet service providers. The company is now part of Sprint, which acquired Clearwire to enhance its network offerings.

iPCS

Acquisition in 2009
iPCS operates as a Sprint PCS Affiliate, providing wireless mobility communications products and services under the Sprint brand across 81 markets in the United States, including regions in Illinois, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Indiana, Iowa, Ohio, and Tennessee. The company's licensed territory encompasses major markets such as Grand Rapids, Fort Wayne, the Tri-Cities region of Tennessee, Scranton, and the Quad Cities area. As of June 30, 2009, iPCS served a total population of approximately 15.1 million residents, with its wireless network covering around 12.6 million residents and boasting approximately 710,200 subscribers. Headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois, iPCS plays a significant role in the wireless communications landscape within its designated regions.

Virgin Mobile USA

Acquisition in 2009
Virgin Mobile USA is a provider of prepaid wireless telecommunications services, operating independently while leveraging Sprint's network. The company offers a range of services, including calling, messaging, and mobile broadband, allowing customers to remain connected without the commitment of traditional contracts. As part of the Virgin Group, Virgin Mobile USA has established itself as a flexible option for consumers seeking affordable mobile solutions.

IPWireless

Venture Round in 2006
IPWireless is a pioneering company specializing in the development of next-generation wireless solutions, including silicon, software, and network infrastructure based on the 3GPP mobile standard. The company focuses on delivering innovative wireless broadband and broadcast services, catering to a diverse clientele that includes large mobile network operators, government agencies, and device manufacturers. By providing high-performance, reliable solutions, IPWireless enables its clients to maintain competitive advantages and meet the evolving demands of their subscribers. Their offerings are designed to enhance critical communications, particularly in public safety and other essential services, ensuring that users receive the speed and reliability necessary for modern wireless applications.

I-Wireless

Private Equity Round in 2006
i-wireless LLC, operating under the brand Access Wireless, is a mobile virtual network operator based in Newport, Kentucky. Founded in 2005, the company offers domestic and international wireless telecommunications services, focusing on providing reliable and affordable connectivity to consumers. Through a partnership with The Kroger Co., i-wireless markets its pre-paid cell phone service in Kroger stores, allowing customers to select from various subscription plans for unlimited talk, text, and web access. The company emphasizes flexibility by offering monthly plans, unlimited options, and pay-per-use services without contracts, activation fees, or roaming charges. Additionally, i-wireless provides an online store for phone purchases and a mobile app, i-wireless My Account, for account management on Android and iOS devices.

Nextel Communications

Acquisition in 2005
Nextel Communications was a prominent telecommunications company known for providing a range of wireless communication services. The company specialized in digital cellular services, digital walkie-talkie functionality, messaging, and wireless data services, catering to both individual and business customers. In 2005, Nextel was acquired by Sprint in a significant transaction valued at $35 billion, marking a pivotal moment in the telecommunications industry.
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