Alcatel-Lucent is a company specializing in IP networking, ultra-broadband access, and cloud technology. It focuses on developing advanced networks that serve as the backbone of an increasingly interconnected world. The company emphasizes the importance of building networks that provide flexibility, speed, and reliability to meet the diverse needs of its customers. By leveraging its expertise in these areas, Alcatel-Lucent aims to enhance connectivity and enable seamless communication across various platforms and devices.
GoSecure is a prominent cybersecurity company that specializes in providing advanced threat detection and mitigation solutions. With over 20 years of experience, it integrates endpoint, network, and email threat detection into a cohesive Managed Extended Detection and Response (MXDR) service. GoSecure's Advanced Adversary Protection offering actively engages in both identifying sophisticated threats and addressing active compromises in real-time. This unified platform enhances operational efficiency by consolidating multiple core security functions, allowing organizations to better understand their security vulnerabilities and improve overall risk management and security maturity. The company is recognized for its trusted and skilled team, dedicated to delivering effective professional services that bolster clients' cybersecurity posture.
Team8
Series B in 2016
Team8 is a global venture group headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializing in the development and investment of companies in the fields of enterprise technology, cybersecurity, data science, artificial intelligence, and fintech. Established in 2014, Team8 employs a unique foundry model that identifies significant challenges faced by various industries, generates innovative solutions, and supports the growth of startups through technology, market alignment, and talent acquisition. The firm collaborates closely with entrepreneurs to co-found transformative fintech companies and has a strong emphasis on facilitating the digital transformation of financial institutions, enhancing existing fintech services, and enabling non-financial companies to offer financial solutions. Team8's leadership team comprises experienced entrepreneurs and industry leaders, including veterans from Israel’s elite tech and intelligence Unit 8200, ensuring a wealth of expertise in guiding new ventures towards success.
Mformation Software Technologies
Acquisition in 2015
Mformation Technologies, Inc. specializes in mobile device management software for mobile operators, service providers, and enterprises. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Edison, New Jersey, the company also has offices in several international locations, including the United Kingdom, India, China, Japan, Northern Ireland, and Malaysia. Its flagship product, the MFORMATION SERVICE MANAGER Suite, offers a comprehensive suite of solutions for mobile device management. This includes features for provisioning and configuration, firmware management, application management, diagnostics, security management, and enterprise device management. Mformation Technologies focuses on enhancing customer experience with voice and data services, while also providing security and device management technology tailored for the evolving landscape of mobile and Internet of Things applications.
GoSecure
Series C in 2015
GoSecure is a prominent cybersecurity company that specializes in providing advanced threat detection and mitigation solutions. With over 20 years of experience, it integrates endpoint, network, and email threat detection into a cohesive Managed Extended Detection and Response (MXDR) service. GoSecure's Advanced Adversary Protection offering actively engages in both identifying sophisticated threats and addressing active compromises in real-time. This unified platform enhances operational efficiency by consolidating multiple core security functions, allowing organizations to better understand their security vulnerabilities and improve overall risk management and security maturity. The company is recognized for its trusted and skilled team, dedicated to delivering effective professional services that bolster clients' cybersecurity posture.
Team8
Series A in 2015
Team8 is a global venture group headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializing in the development and investment of companies in the fields of enterprise technology, cybersecurity, data science, artificial intelligence, and fintech. Established in 2014, Team8 employs a unique foundry model that identifies significant challenges faced by various industries, generates innovative solutions, and supports the growth of startups through technology, market alignment, and talent acquisition. The firm collaborates closely with entrepreneurs to co-found transformative fintech companies and has a strong emphasis on facilitating the digital transformation of financial institutions, enhancing existing fintech services, and enabling non-financial companies to offer financial solutions. Team8's leadership team comprises experienced entrepreneurs and industry leaders, including veterans from Israel’s elite tech and intelligence Unit 8200, ensuring a wealth of expertise in guiding new ventures towards success.
Ikanos
Post in 2014
Ikanos Communications, Inc. designs and develops semiconductor and integrated firmware products for the connected home on a global scale. The company specializes in digital subscriber line (DSL) processors and a variety of semiconductor solutions tailored for carrier infrastructure and customer premises equipment. Its offerings include gateway processors that facilitate high-speed access and value-added services for connected homes, as well as multi-mode communications processors for residential gateways. These products support diverse network topologies such as DSL, Ethernet, and LTE, serving telecommunications carriers and cable operators. Ikanos markets its products through direct sales and through partnerships with network equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and distributors. Established in 1999 and based in Fremont, California, Ikanos Communications operates as a subsidiary of Qualcomm Atheros, Inc.
Spatial Wireless
Acquisition in 2014
Spatial Wireless, Inc. specializes in software-based networking solutions tailored for mobile networks. The company is focused on developing and deploying distributed mobile switching systems, which include products such as the Spatial Atrium. This offering features a distributed architecture switch designed for mobile switching centers and gateway mobile switching centers, as well as network services overlay solutions. Previously known as Spatial Communications Technologies, Inc., Spatial Wireless aims to enhance mobile network efficiency through innovative software solutions.
E-Blink
Venture Round in 2014
E-Blink specializes in innovative solutions for mobile network deployment, focusing on fronthaul technologies. The company designs and develops products aimed at enhancing the connection between antennas and base stations, supporting various mobile technologies including 2G, 3G, and LTE. Its flagship product, the EB1 system, replaces traditional coaxial cables and short-range fiber optics, offering significant advantages in deployment flexibility and cost efficiency. By streamlining the installation process, E-Blink helps operators reduce both operational and capital expenditures, while also simplifying zoning and negotiation challenges.
GoSecure
Series B in 2014
GoSecure is a prominent cybersecurity company that specializes in providing advanced threat detection and mitigation solutions. With over 20 years of experience, it integrates endpoint, network, and email threat detection into a cohesive Managed Extended Detection and Response (MXDR) service. GoSecure's Advanced Adversary Protection offering actively engages in both identifying sophisticated threats and addressing active compromises in real-time. This unified platform enhances operational efficiency by consolidating multiple core security functions, allowing organizations to better understand their security vulnerabilities and improve overall risk management and security maturity. The company is recognized for its trusted and skilled team, dedicated to delivering effective professional services that bolster clients' cybersecurity posture.
Open-Plug
Acquisition in 2010
OpenPlug is a French company focused on mobile applications development tools and software for mobile phones. Its flagship product, ELIPS Studio is a cross-platform development environment for rich mobile applications. ELIPS Studio is a plugin to Adobe's Flex Builder IDE and it allows compilation of applications developed in Actionscript and MXML using Adobe's Flex framework into native code and installable application packages for iPhone, Android, Windows Mobile and Symbian devices. Other OpenPlug products include ELIPS Suite, a turnkey MMI for feature phones; and ELIPS Stack, a 3G telephony midlleware solution for MIDs.
ProgrammableWeb
Acquisition in 2010
ProgrammableWeb is a repository for new mashups, Web 2.0 APIs, and delivers news on the Web as Platform--it's a directory, a news source, a reference guide, a community. Their database has over 1500 open web APIs and thousands of applications.
Sequans Communications
Venture Round in 2009
Sequans Communications S.A. is a designer and supplier of cellular semiconductor solutions, specializing in 4G and 5G chips and modules tailored for massive, broadband, and critical Internet of Things (IoT) markets. Established in 2003 and headquartered in Paris, France, the company offers a diverse product portfolio that includes its Monarch LTE-M/NB-IoT and Calliope Cat 1 chip platforms for 5G/4G massive IoT applications, known for their low power consumption and integrated functionalities. For broadband and critical IoT applications, Sequans provides the Cassiopeia Cat 4/Cat 6 4G and high-end Taurus 5G chip platforms, which are optimized for various sectors including residential, enterprise, and industrial uses. The company serves a global market with additional offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Israel, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, South Korea, and China.
Velocix
Acquisition in 2009
Velocix specializes in advanced digital delivery services, focusing on live and on-demand video streaming, as well as file downloads. The company's Content Delivery Network (CDN) is designed to expedite the delivery of large digital assets, including video, music, software, and games. By providing a reliable and efficient platform, Velocix enables content owners, studios, and broadcasters to distribute their digital products seamlessly over the internet. Its client base encompasses a diverse range of industries, including start-ups, new media businesses, broadcasters, movie studios, video retailers, internet service providers, telecommunications companies, hardware manufacturers, software producers, consumer electronics firms, and video game distributors. This comprehensive approach positions Velocix as a key player in the digital asset delivery market.
Motive
Acquisition in 2008
Motive digital life management software helps service providers deliver new generation of IP-based services that seamlessly integrate voice, video and data into a single connected experience. With Motive products, operators can leverage one service management platform to automate and remotely manage key customer touch points throughout the service lifecycle, across multiple services, networks and devices. The result is a consistent, unified experience for both customers and service providers that accelerates the rollout of new and converged services, reduces operational costs, drive revenues and builds lasting brand loyalty.
Genband
Series D in 2008
GENBAND is a global supplier of IP gateways, session border controllers, and FMC security solutions that enhance the performance and security of fixed and mobile communication networks. The company specializes in developing IP multimedia applications and infrastructure products aimed at transforming the speed and quality of communication. GENBAND's software solutions facilitate seamless connectivity and rapid deployment of services for service providers, enterprises, and systems integrators. By integrating real-time contextual communications into business and consumer applications, GENBAND aims to improve productivity and user engagement across various workflows.
Informiam
Acquisition in 2007
Informiam is a privately held company focused on providing enterprise software solutions specifically designed for contact centers. The company develops software that enhances customer service operations by optimizing real-time business performance management. Through its innovative solutions, Informiam aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of customer service interactions, thereby enhancing overall operational performance for its clients.
Tamblin
Acquisition in 2007
Tamblin is a privately held software company that provides applications and tool kits for the interactive TV marketplace..
NetDevices
Acquisition in 2007
NetDevices, Inc., founded in 2003 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, specializes in networking solutions designed for various industries, including finance, retail, manufacturing, and healthcare. The company focuses on extending computer networks to branch offices, enabling seamless connectivity and communication across different locations. In May 2007, NetDevices was acquired by Alcatel-Lucent, further integrating its networking expertise into a broader technological framework.
Tropic Networks
Acquisition in 2007
Tropic Networks, Inc. designs, develops, and markets regional and metro-area optical networking equipment for telephony, data, and cable applications. The company offers Wavelength Tracker, an optical transport solution that leverages SONET/SDH familiarity to deliver optical layer intelligence; and various services for Tropic Networks platform and its related products, including network design, planning and installation, operation and maintenance consulting, and evaluation and modeling of network architecture, as well as training and planned upgrades. It also provides Networks TRX-24000, a metro optical transport platform that delivers dense wavelength division multiplexing and optical add-drop multiplexing for a host of services in a package. The company offers metro-optimized network solution for carriers to plan, manage, and scale the MAN; and to address the need for bandwidth expansion, optical transport, wavelength identification, and wavelength management in regional and metropolitan-area optical networks. Its metro optical networking solution streamlines the underlying optical layer architecture of DWDM/ODAM networks. Tropic Networks, Inc. was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada.
Genband
Series C in 2007
GENBAND is a global supplier of IP gateways, session border controllers, and FMC security solutions that enhance the performance and security of fixed and mobile communication networks. The company specializes in developing IP multimedia applications and infrastructure products aimed at transforming the speed and quality of communication. GENBAND's software solutions facilitate seamless connectivity and rapid deployment of services for service providers, enterprises, and systems integrators. By integrating real-time contextual communications into business and consumer applications, GENBAND aims to improve productivity and user engagement across various workflows.
2Wire
Funding Round in 2005
2Wire, based in San Jose, California, specializes in broadband service products aimed at companies that serve consumers. The company focuses on developing integrated solutions that facilitate the delivery of broadband services and content in homes and small offices. Leveraging its expertise in both software and hardware, 2Wire's products empower users to maximize the advantages of broadband connectivity. Additionally, the company provides telecom carriers with a range of platforms and products that support the integrated delivery of voice, data, and media services. Its offerings include residential gateways, multi-service media platforms, intelligent home servers, and remote management systems, along with intelligent gateways such as modems, routers, wireless access points, and firewalls. By catering to both end-users and service providers, 2Wire enables a versatile and efficient broadband experience.
Native Networks
Acquisition in 2005
Native Networks is a London-based developer of products for optical access networks. The company is based in Coventry, United Kingdom.
Native Communications
Acquisition in 2005
Native Communications is a digital advertising agency.
eDial
Acquisition in 2004
eDial specializes in next-generation telephony solutions that enhance productivity and reduce costs by utilizing existing corporate infrastructure. The company offers a range of products, including software-based platforms and applications for voice, data, and video conferencing. eDial's innovative communications server technology facilitates call control and management across various voice networks and applications, enabling organizations to engage in real-time communications seamlessly. Additionally, the eDial AudioPresenter serves as a cost-effective audio conferencing and web presentation tool, allowing organizations to maximize their return on voice and data communications investments. The company also provides solutions for real-time collaboration, incorporating features such as instant messaging, application sharing, and presence capabilities.
Tropic Networks
Series D in 2004
Tropic Networks, Inc. designs, develops, and markets regional and metro-area optical networking equipment for telephony, data, and cable applications. The company offers Wavelength Tracker, an optical transport solution that leverages SONET/SDH familiarity to deliver optical layer intelligence; and various services for Tropic Networks platform and its related products, including network design, planning and installation, operation and maintenance consulting, and evaluation and modeling of network architecture, as well as training and planned upgrades. It also provides Networks TRX-24000, a metro optical transport platform that delivers dense wavelength division multiplexing and optical add-drop multiplexing for a host of services in a package. The company offers metro-optimized network solution for carriers to plan, manage, and scale the MAN; and to address the need for bandwidth expansion, optical transport, wavelength identification, and wavelength management in regional and metropolitan-area optical networks. Its metro optical networking solution streamlines the underlying optical layer architecture of DWDM/ODAM networks. Tropic Networks, Inc. was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada.
Genband
Corporate Round in 2004
GENBAND is a global supplier of IP gateways, session border controllers, and FMC security solutions that enhance the performance and security of fixed and mobile communication networks. The company specializes in developing IP multimedia applications and infrastructure products aimed at transforming the speed and quality of communication. GENBAND's software solutions facilitate seamless connectivity and rapid deployment of services for service providers, enterprises, and systems integrators. By integrating real-time contextual communications into business and consumer applications, GENBAND aims to improve productivity and user engagement across various workflows.
WaterCove Networks
Acquisition in 2004
Watercove Networks is a provider of data networking infrastructure designed specifically for wireless service providers aiming to deploy next-generation mobile data services efficiently and profitably. Established in 2000, the company offers the Mobile Data Service System, which enables operators to accelerate the rollout of high-speed data services in 2.5G and 3G environments. This system addresses the challenges associated with legacy routing-centric networks, facilitating a smooth transition to modern technologies without the need for expensive upgrades. The company is led by a seasoned management team with extensive experience in the telecommunications and data networking sectors, supported by a board of directors comprising industry veterans. Watercove Networks has secured significant financing from reputable investors, allowing it to enhance its innovative solutions and drive growth in the emerging mobile data market.
TiMetra
Acquisition in 2003
TiMetra is a company that was acquired by Alcatel in 2003.
iMagicTV
Acquisition in 2003
iMagicTV specializes in software solutions that enable telephone companies and service providers to offer multi-channel digital television and interactive media services to their subscribers via broadband networks. The company's products are compatible with various high-speed broadband technologies, including ADSL, VDSL, wireless, Ethernet, and Fiber to the Home (FTTH). In addition to its core software offerings, iMagicTV provides a range of services, including program and project management, operations planning, service definition, as well as installation, configuration, testing, and ongoing support. This comprehensive approach ensures that clients can effectively implement and manage their digital media services.
Telera
Acquisition in 2002
Provider of a software platform for advanced voice applications. The company's flagship Voice Web Application Platform enables both wireline and wireless service providers to deliver advanced, business-centric voice applications. By leveraging new technologies like Voice XML customer service, commerce transaction, and self-service applications provide a more personalized and interactive caller experience, and ensure that mobile corporate users have equal access to time-critical business and customer information.
Thirdspace Living
Series B in 2002
Thirdspace is an independent, global software and services business offering interactive and on-demand television solutions for DSL (digital subscriber line) and other broadband networks. The company was incorporated in October of 2000 after investment from Alcatel and Oracle, respectively the worldwide market leaders in broadband access and e-commerce solutions. Their investments included core iTV technology and intellectual property, as well as substantial 'know-how' in the form of highly skilled and experienced engineers and systems integrators. Operating worldwide, Thirdspace has offices in London, San Francisco, and Ottawa and has been engaged by service providers in Asia and Europe.
Alcatel Communications
Acquisition in 2002
Astral Point Communications develops transmission network elements aimed at metropolitan optical access to the internet.
Newbridge Networks
Acquisition in 2002
Newbridge Networks, founded in 1986 by Sir Terry Matthews, is a Canadian company based in Kanata that specializes in networking products. It provides a range of solutions including integrated T-1/T-3 multiplexers, switches, and various advanced networking technologies such as ATM, frame relay, ADSL, and LMDS. The company gained prominence for its innovative channel bank products, enabling telecommunications companies to expand their service offerings using existing wiring. Newbridge also developed advanced network management systems and routers that facilitated distributed star-topology routing. The company quickly established itself as a key player in the networking market, leveraging the technical expertise available in the Ottawa region. In February 2000, Newbridge was acquired by Alcatel in a transaction valued at over $7 billion, resulting in Matthews becoming the largest shareholder of Alcatel.
Kymata
Acquisition in 2001
Kymata Ltd. designs and manufactures optical equipment components.
ISPSoft
Venture Round in 2000
ISPSoft offers the only highly scalable architecture and products to expand ISP (including broadband ISP) operations and services while reducing operational costs. ISPSoft's products solve multi-level user needs, scaling from 1000's to tens of millions of users. As a result, the breadth of ISPSoft's customers include regional ISPs to national carriers making ISPSoft's products an industry standard. ISPSoft's core technology, the NetSOP Internet provisioner, addresses the immediate needs of ISPs and ASPs, as well as the needs of the emerging broadband ISP/CLEC industry. Their unique patent-pending technology provides service activation, scalable to over 25 million users.
Widcomm
Series B in 2000
WIDCOMM specializes in Bluetooth software, systems, and designs that facilitate communication between intelligent devices over short-range wireless connections. The company aims to enhance accessibility in communication by providing its services to semiconductor and consumer electronics manufacturers, as well as computing device original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Its technology supports a wide range of electronic devices, including computers, cell phones, keyboards, and headphones, ensuring seamless wireless connectivity for users.
MobileSys
Series B in 2000
MobileSys is a developer of software solutions that integrate message delivery for wireless devices including cell phones, pagers, and PDA's and enterprise-wide applications, such as CRM, sales force automation, email, help desk and more. Its products include EtherPage Wireless Messaging Server, MobileSys MX Wireless Messaging Engine and the MobileSys Wireless Data Network all providing a platform for enterprise and eBusinesses.
Internet Devices
Acquisition in 1999
Internet Devices, Inc. consolidates and simplifies policy-based network products that enable corporations to manage and protect information through various networks. The company offers the Fort Knox Policy Router, a turnkey policy management device, which provides Web-managed virtual private networking, enterprise-level firewall protection, and bandwidth management. It provides its products through VARs, resellers, and original equipment manufacturers. Internet Devices, Inc. was formerly known as AbhiWeb, Inc. The company was founded in 1995 and is based in Sunnyvale, California.
Xylan Corporation
Acquisition in 1999
Xylan Corporation provides high-bandwidth switching systems that enhance the performance of existing local area networks and facilitate migration to next-generation networking technologies.
Ascend Communications
Acquisition in 1999
Ascend Communications, Inc. is engaged in the development, manufacture, and sale of wide area networking solutions for telecommunications carriers, Internet service providers, and corporate customers worldwide. Its products include MAX family of integrated access switches, Relay switches, the SA family of broadband access products, the Multiservice CBX 500 ATM Switch and GX 550 core ATM switch, the family of Intelligent Networking solutions, and the Pipeline family of routers. The company is based in Alameda, California. As of June 24, 1999, Ascend Communications, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Alcatel-Lucent USA, Inc.
Packet Engines
Acquisition in 1998
Packet Engines is a developer and manufacturer specializing in Gigabit Ethernet and routing-switch technology. The company creates networking solutions by designing and producing a range of products, including switches, hubs, and network interface cards. In addition to hardware, Packet Engines also offers intellectual property licenses related to its networking innovations. Through its focus on Gigabit Ethernet systems, the company aims to enhance the performance and efficiency of network communications.
Westwave Communications
Seed Round in 1998
Westwave Communications is a supplier of telecommunications network control and signaling agents.
Cascade Communications
Acquisition in 1997
Cascade Communications Corp. offers development, manufacture, marketing, and support of a family of multi service wide area network switches.
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