Accel, established in 1983, is a prominent venture capital firm headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in San Francisco, London, and Bangalore. The firm specializes in investing in early and growth-stage technology startups, focusing on sectors such as software, cloud technologies, consumer services, enterprise, healthcare, fintech, and security. Accel's portfolio includes notable companies like Atlassian, Facebook, Slack, and Spotify, reflecting its ability to identify and support entrepreneurs building businesses that drive next-generation industries.
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Casey Aylward
Partner
Mahendran Balachandran
Partner, India
Luca Bocchio
Partner
Andrei Brasoveanu
Partner
Katie Brown
Investor
Abhinav Chaturvedi
Partner
Ethan Choi
Partner
Miles Clements
Partner
Adrian Colyer
Venture Partner
Kevin Comolli
Partner
Ben Dooley
CFO
Peter Doyle
Investor
Christine Esserman
Partner
Sameer Gandhi
Partner
Sara Ittelson
Partner
Myrel Iturrey
Investor
Dinesh Katiyar
Partner
Richard Kotite
Vice President
Gagan Kumar
General Partner
Daniel Levine
Partner
John Locke
Partner
Zhenya Loginov
Partner
Steve Loughlin
Partner
Arun Mathew
Partner
Jonathan Mendelson
Investor
Subrata Mitra
Partner
Gonzalo Mocorrea
Investor
Vasant Natarajan
Partner
Vas Natarajan
Partner
Harry Nelis
Partner
Nate Niparko
Partner
Rachit Parekh
Investor
Vijaysai Patnaik
Associate
Varun Purandare
Principal and Investor
Ben Quazzo
Investor, Venture and Growth
Rafael Quintanilla Loeillet
Early-Stage Investor
Tim Rawlinson
Investor - Growth
Matthew Robinson
Investor
Sagar Sanghvi
Partner
Tracy Sedlock
Chief Operating Partner
Karan Shah
Investor
Manasi Shah
Vice President and Investment Team Member
Sarthak Singh
Investor
Robert Sternberg
Investor
Barath Shankar Subramanian
Senior Analyst
Charles Tananbaum
Investor
Humza Tariq
Investor
Jonathan Turner
Partner
Cecilia Wang
Vice President and Investor
Matt Weigand
Partner
Richard Wong
Partner
Ivan Zhou
Partner
Past deals in TMT
Aalyria
Series A in 2022
Aalyria, a spinout from Google, focuses on enhancing connectivity through advanced networking and laser communication technologies. The company aims to facilitate seamless satellite communications, onboard Wi-Fi for aircraft, and various forms of cellular connectivity. Aalyria's technology is designed to operate across diverse environments, including land, sea, air, and space, regardless of altitude or orbital type. By supporting all radio frequency bands and optical wavelengths, Aalyria enables clients to build resilient networks and optimize the profitability of their spectrum. Its mission is to manage complex communications networks that deliver hyper-fast and ultra-secure connections, addressing the increasing demand for reliable communication solutions in various sectors.
FRVR
Series A in 2022
FRVR Limited is a Maltese company specializing in online gaming, focused on providing an instant gaming distribution platform that connects billions of players to engaging games. The company aims to democratize game distribution by delivering high-quality games accessible to a global audience, both in open and closed environments. FRVR collaborates with game developers and studios to create captivating games that can be played across various platforms, including chat applications like Facebook and Messenger. By pushing beyond traditional app stores, FRVR seeks to enhance the accessibility and reach of gaming content, fostering a new channel for entertainment media in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
FabHotels
Series B in 2020
FabHotels operates a budget hotel chain in India, partnering with smaller hotels to offer standardized services aimed at budget travelers. The company employs an asset-light model, promoting its partner hotels, which typically have capacities ranging from twenty to forty rooms. This approach enables travelers to easily discover and book accommodations while enjoying exclusive benefits and rewards. By focusing on affordability and consistency, FabHotels caters to the needs of cost-conscious guests seeking reliable lodging options.
FabHotels
Series B in 2019
FabHotels operates a budget hotel chain in India, partnering with smaller hotels to offer standardized services aimed at budget travelers. The company employs an asset-light model, promoting its partner hotels, which typically have capacities ranging from twenty to forty rooms. This approach enables travelers to easily discover and book accommodations while enjoying exclusive benefits and rewards. By focusing on affordability and consistency, FabHotels caters to the needs of cost-conscious guests seeking reliable lodging options.
BlackBuck
Series D in 2019
Blackbuck, founded in 2015, is a leading online platform in India that connects shippers with truck operators, transforming the logistics landscape through technology. The company focuses on streamlining the trucking process by facilitating load bookings, offering price discovery, route optimization, and in-transit tracking. This comprehensive approach not only enhances operational efficiency for shippers and truckers but also supports the livelihoods of many individuals within the transportation ecosystem. Blackbuck's commitment to reliability and efficiency has positioned it as the largest trucking network in India, backed by a strong team and notable investors. The company has received multiple accolades, including the 'Young Turks Startup of the Year' award and recognition as 'Company of the Year - Logistics' in 2018. Additionally, Blackbuck's innovative business model has been featured in a Harvard Business School case study.
OpenGamma
Series E in 2019
OpenGamma Limited, established in 2009, is a London-based technology company that specializes in real-time market risk management solutions for financial institutions. It offers a comprehensive platform that delivers cross-asset risk and trading analytics, enabling front-office and risk users to make informed decisions. The platform caters to a wide range of clients, including buy-side and sell-side firms, clearing institutions, exchanges, investment banks, insurance companies, and central counterparties (CCPs). OpenGamma's solutions also extend to optimizing performance in the over-the-counter (OTC) markets, with tools for multi-CCP margin calculations. The company provides support, consulting, and training services to ensure clients maximize the benefits of its platform.
DeepMap
Series B in 2018
DeepMap, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in high-definition mapping and localization solutions for autonomous vehicles. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in Beijing and Guangzhou, the company focuses on enabling safe navigation in complex driving environments. DeepMap offers precise HD maps and ultra-accurate real-time localization, which are essential for self-driving cars to operate effectively across various road types and conditions. The company's solutions also include a robust infrastructure designed to support large-scale deployments of autonomous technology, thereby enhancing the safety and efficiency of self-driving vehicles.
BlackBuck
Series D in 2018
Blackbuck, founded in 2015, is a leading online platform in India that connects shippers with truck operators, transforming the logistics landscape through technology. The company focuses on streamlining the trucking process by facilitating load bookings, offering price discovery, route optimization, and in-transit tracking. This comprehensive approach not only enhances operational efficiency for shippers and truckers but also supports the livelihoods of many individuals within the transportation ecosystem. Blackbuck's commitment to reliability and efficiency has positioned it as the largest trucking network in India, backed by a strong team and notable investors. The company has received multiple accolades, including the 'Young Turks Startup of the Year' award and recognition as 'Company of the Year - Logistics' in 2018. Additionally, Blackbuck's innovative business model has been featured in a Harvard Business School case study.
PagerDuty
Series D in 2018
PagerDuty, Inc. is a digital operations management platform that specializes in real-time operations, enabling businesses to effectively manage urgent and mission-critical tasks. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution that integrates digital signals from various software-enabled systems with human response data. This allows organizations to take appropriate actions in real-time, enhancing their ability to respond to incidents and disruptions. PagerDuty's platform includes features such as event intelligence, incident response, on-call management, and advanced analytics, which cater to a diverse array of industries including technology, telecommunications, retail, and financial services. With over 10,000 global customers, including notable brands like Comcast and Slack, PagerDuty empowers businesses to maintain operational efficiency and improve customer satisfaction by proactively managing incidents that could impact their service delivery.
FRVR
Seed Round in 2018
FRVR Limited is a Maltese company specializing in online gaming, focused on providing an instant gaming distribution platform that connects billions of players to engaging games. The company aims to democratize game distribution by delivering high-quality games accessible to a global audience, both in open and closed environments. FRVR collaborates with game developers and studios to create captivating games that can be played across various platforms, including chat applications like Facebook and Messenger. By pushing beyond traditional app stores, FRVR seeks to enhance the accessibility and reach of gaming content, fostering a new channel for entertainment media in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
TravelBank
Series B in 2017
TravelBank is a comprehensive business travel and expense management platform catering to over 20,000 companies. The platform aims to enhance control over travel programs, leading to an average reduction in travel expenses by 30%. It features a user-friendly design and a travel rewards program that promotes employee satisfaction. Businesses can easily create and implement customized travel policies while establishing a baseline for their travel expenditures. TravelBank also offers a dedicated customer support team available 24/7 via phone, email, or chat to assist clients with any inquiries.
FabHotels
Series B in 2017
FabHotels operates a budget hotel chain in India, partnering with smaller hotels to offer standardized services aimed at budget travelers. The company employs an asset-light model, promoting its partner hotels, which typically have capacities ranging from twenty to forty rooms. This approach enables travelers to easily discover and book accommodations while enjoying exclusive benefits and rewards. By focusing on affordability and consistency, FabHotels caters to the needs of cost-conscious guests seeking reliable lodging options.
DeepMap
Series A in 2017
DeepMap, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in high-definition mapping and localization solutions for autonomous vehicles. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in Beijing and Guangzhou, the company focuses on enabling safe navigation in complex driving environments. DeepMap offers precise HD maps and ultra-accurate real-time localization, which are essential for self-driving cars to operate effectively across various road types and conditions. The company's solutions also include a robust infrastructure designed to support large-scale deployments of autonomous technology, thereby enhancing the safety and efficiency of self-driving vehicles.
PagerDuty
Series C in 2017
PagerDuty, Inc. is a digital operations management platform that specializes in real-time operations, enabling businesses to effectively manage urgent and mission-critical tasks. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution that integrates digital signals from various software-enabled systems with human response data. This allows organizations to take appropriate actions in real-time, enhancing their ability to respond to incidents and disruptions. PagerDuty's platform includes features such as event intelligence, incident response, on-call management, and advanced analytics, which cater to a diverse array of industries including technology, telecommunications, retail, and financial services. With over 10,000 global customers, including notable brands like Comcast and Slack, PagerDuty empowers businesses to maintain operational efficiency and improve customer satisfaction by proactively managing incidents that could impact their service delivery.
BlackBuck
Series C in 2017
Blackbuck, founded in 2015, is a leading online platform in India that connects shippers with truck operators, transforming the logistics landscape through technology. The company focuses on streamlining the trucking process by facilitating load bookings, offering price discovery, route optimization, and in-transit tracking. This comprehensive approach not only enhances operational efficiency for shippers and truckers but also supports the livelihoods of many individuals within the transportation ecosystem. Blackbuck's commitment to reliability and efficiency has positioned it as the largest trucking network in India, backed by a strong team and notable investors. The company has received multiple accolades, including the 'Young Turks Startup of the Year' award and recognition as 'Company of the Year - Logistics' in 2018. Additionally, Blackbuck's innovative business model has been featured in a Harvard Business School case study.
TravelBank
Series A in 2016
TravelBank is a comprehensive business travel and expense management platform catering to over 20,000 companies. The platform aims to enhance control over travel programs, leading to an average reduction in travel expenses by 30%. It features a user-friendly design and a travel rewards program that promotes employee satisfaction. Businesses can easily create and implement customized travel policies while establishing a baseline for their travel expenditures. TravelBank also offers a dedicated customer support team available 24/7 via phone, email, or chat to assist clients with any inquiries.
OpenGamma
Series D in 2016
OpenGamma Limited, established in 2009, is a London-based technology company that specializes in real-time market risk management solutions for financial institutions. It offers a comprehensive platform that delivers cross-asset risk and trading analytics, enabling front-office and risk users to make informed decisions. The platform caters to a wide range of clients, including buy-side and sell-side firms, clearing institutions, exchanges, investment banks, insurance companies, and central counterparties (CCPs). OpenGamma's solutions also extend to optimizing performance in the over-the-counter (OTC) markets, with tools for multi-CCP margin calculations. The company provides support, consulting, and training services to ensure clients maximize the benefits of its platform.
FabHotels
Series A in 2016
FabHotels operates a budget hotel chain in India, partnering with smaller hotels to offer standardized services aimed at budget travelers. The company employs an asset-light model, promoting its partner hotels, which typically have capacities ranging from twenty to forty rooms. This approach enables travelers to easily discover and book accommodations while enjoying exclusive benefits and rewards. By focusing on affordability and consistency, FabHotels caters to the needs of cost-conscious guests seeking reliable lodging options.
BlackBuck
Series B in 2015
Blackbuck, founded in 2015, is a leading online platform in India that connects shippers with truck operators, transforming the logistics landscape through technology. The company focuses on streamlining the trucking process by facilitating load bookings, offering price discovery, route optimization, and in-transit tracking. This comprehensive approach not only enhances operational efficiency for shippers and truckers but also supports the livelihoods of many individuals within the transportation ecosystem. Blackbuck's commitment to reliability and efficiency has positioned it as the largest trucking network in India, backed by a strong team and notable investors. The company has received multiple accolades, including the 'Young Turks Startup of the Year' award and recognition as 'Company of the Year - Logistics' in 2018. Additionally, Blackbuck's innovative business model has been featured in a Harvard Business School case study.
BlackBuck
Series A in 2015
Blackbuck, founded in 2015, is a leading online platform in India that connects shippers with truck operators, transforming the logistics landscape through technology. The company focuses on streamlining the trucking process by facilitating load bookings, offering price discovery, route optimization, and in-transit tracking. This comprehensive approach not only enhances operational efficiency for shippers and truckers but also supports the livelihoods of many individuals within the transportation ecosystem. Blackbuck's commitment to reliability and efficiency has positioned it as the largest trucking network in India, backed by a strong team and notable investors. The company has received multiple accolades, including the 'Young Turks Startup of the Year' award and recognition as 'Company of the Year - Logistics' in 2018. Additionally, Blackbuck's innovative business model has been featured in a Harvard Business School case study.
Medigo
Series A in 2014
Medigo, headquartered in Berlin, operates a digital platform that facilitates medical travel. It connects users with clinics worldwide, enabling them to search, compare, and coordinate medical procedures. The platform offers features like clinic browsing by procedure or country, filtering by facility type, sorting by price or rating, and clinic comparison based on staff expertise and patient reviews. Medigo also acts as a third-party administrator, supporting organizations in global healthcare navigation, cost containment, and member experience enhancement. It maintains an international provider network and is backed by prominent venture capital firms, employing a diverse team of over 50 individuals.
Krux
Series B in 2014
Krux Digital Inc. develops a cloud-based data management platform designed for marketers, media companies, publishers, and agencies on a global scale. The platform consolidates consumer data from various sources and devices, analyzes individual preferences, and activates this data in real time across multiple channels, including desktop, mobile, social, and video. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, Krux operates additional offices in major cities worldwide. The company provides a comprehensive range of services, including audience data management, identity management, and cross-channel frequency management. With its platform, Krux enables businesses to deliver tailored content, advertising, and shopping experiences, making it easier to engage audiences effectively. As of November 2016, Krux operates as a subsidiary of Salesforce.com.
Booyah
Series C in 2013
Booyah is the market leader in real-world & location–based gaming. The company is founded on the premise that "where you play matters" and creates compelling, innovative mass-market games and entertainment products that have been enjoyed by tens of millions of worldwide. By integrating real-world signals into its portfolio of products, Booyah is more than a games company…literally changing how people play and delivering more personal, more social & more meaningful ways for gamers of all ages to play & interact with their friends & the world around them. Booyah has partnered with leading consumer brands including H&M, Pantene, Olay, Paul Frank, Disney, Subway, Adidas, MTV and others to connect engaged gamers with the products they love. To learn more about advertising & sponsorship opportunities, click here. The company draws its creativity and inspiration from the mobile, consumer web, social and traditional gaming space with a leadership team drawn from the world’s top interactive companies including Electronic Arts, Blizzard Entertainment, Glu Mobile, Crowdstar, LucasArts, Kabam and Insomniac Games. Booyah is financed by Accel Partners and Kleiner Perkins Caufield and Byers’ iFund.
Hailo Network
Venture Round in 2013
Hailo Network, established in 1947, is a global manufacturer and supplier of ladder systems, steps, and waste bins, renowned for its innovative products and safety features. The company, headquartered in Germany, operates in over 60 countries worldwide, distributing its products through a extensive network of retailers and wholesalers. Hailo's commitment to quality, safety, and innovation has positioned it as a leading provider in its industry.
Hailo Network
Series B in 2012
Hailo Network, established in 1947, is a global manufacturer and supplier of ladder systems, steps, and waste bins, renowned for its innovative products and safety features. The company, headquartered in Germany, operates in over 60 countries worldwide, distributing its products through a extensive network of retailers and wholesalers. Hailo's commitment to quality, safety, and innovation has positioned it as a leading provider in its industry.
MoPub
Series B in 2012
MoPub, a division of Twitter, specializes in mobile app monetization by providing a comprehensive platform for app publishers. Founded in 2010 by former engineers and product managers from Google and AdMob, MoPub offers tools that enable real-time bidding, ad serving, and ad network mediation. This platform facilitates cross-promotion and allows advertisers to access billions of ad impressions, leveraging hyper-targeted data from app publishers to enhance ad performance and user engagement. MoPub aims to simplify the monetization process for mobile application developers, thereby optimizing their advertising strategies.
OpenGamma
Series C in 2012
OpenGamma Limited, established in 2009, is a London-based technology company that specializes in real-time market risk management solutions for financial institutions. It offers a comprehensive platform that delivers cross-asset risk and trading analytics, enabling front-office and risk users to make informed decisions. The platform caters to a wide range of clients, including buy-side and sell-side firms, clearing institutions, exchanges, investment banks, insurance companies, and central counterparties (CCPs). OpenGamma's solutions also extend to optimizing performance in the over-the-counter (OTC) markets, with tools for multi-CCP margin calculations. The company provides support, consulting, and training services to ensure clients maximize the benefits of its platform.
Hailo Network
Series A in 2012
Hailo Network, established in 1947, is a global manufacturer and supplier of ladder systems, steps, and waste bins, renowned for its innovative products and safety features. The company, headquartered in Germany, operates in over 60 countries worldwide, distributing its products through a extensive network of retailers and wholesalers. Hailo's commitment to quality, safety, and innovation has positioned it as a leading provider in its industry.
myThings
Series D in 2012
myThings Inc., established in 2005 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, specializes in customized programmatic advertising solutions for online retailers. The company, previously known as Swift-Find, Inc., is renowned globally for its conversion-driven, personalized display advertising, which drives sales growth for top-tier European retailers such as Littlewoods, Zalando, and Microsoft Store. myThings' platform employs retargeting, pre-targeting, and look-alike targeting to generate over 150% uplift compared to industry standards, personalizing over a billion banner impressions monthly across 14 markets. It leverages real-time bidding (RTB) technology, processing half a billion RTB requests daily, and collaborates with leading RTB exchanges like Google DoubleClick and AppNexus. myThings was recognized as the 2011 E-consultancy Innovation in Affiliate Marketing Award winner and ranked #5 among Europe's fastest-growing digital media companies by Media Momentum.
Krux
Series A in 2011
Krux Digital Inc. develops a cloud-based data management platform designed for marketers, media companies, publishers, and agencies on a global scale. The platform consolidates consumer data from various sources and devices, analyzes individual preferences, and activates this data in real time across multiple channels, including desktop, mobile, social, and video. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, Krux operates additional offices in major cities worldwide. The company provides a comprehensive range of services, including audience data management, identity management, and cross-channel frequency management. With its platform, Krux enables businesses to deliver tailored content, advertising, and shopping experiences, making it easier to engage audiences effectively. As of November 2016, Krux operates as a subsidiary of Salesforce.com.
MoPub
Series A in 2011
MoPub, a division of Twitter, specializes in mobile app monetization by providing a comprehensive platform for app publishers. Founded in 2010 by former engineers and product managers from Google and AdMob, MoPub offers tools that enable real-time bidding, ad serving, and ad network mediation. This platform facilitates cross-promotion and allows advertisers to access billions of ad impressions, leveraging hyper-targeted data from app publishers to enhance ad performance and user engagement. MoPub aims to simplify the monetization process for mobile application developers, thereby optimizing their advertising strategies.
OpenGamma
Series B in 2011
OpenGamma Limited, established in 2009, is a London-based technology company that specializes in real-time market risk management solutions for financial institutions. It offers a comprehensive platform that delivers cross-asset risk and trading analytics, enabling front-office and risk users to make informed decisions. The platform caters to a wide range of clients, including buy-side and sell-side firms, clearing institutions, exchanges, investment banks, insurance companies, and central counterparties (CCPs). OpenGamma's solutions also extend to optimizing performance in the over-the-counter (OTC) markets, with tools for multi-CCP margin calculations. The company provides support, consulting, and training services to ensure clients maximize the benefits of its platform.
Cambridge Broadband Networks Group
Venture Round in 2010
Cambridge Broadband Networks Limited specializes in developing and deploying microwave access and wireless backhaul solutions for telecommunications providers both in the United Kingdom and internationally. The company's flagship product, VectaStar, is a multipoint microwave platform that facilitates mobile backhaul, enterprise access, and small cell network solutions. This includes offerings such as VectaStar Gigabit for macro backhaul and enterprise access, and VectaStar Metro for multipoint microwave backhaul. Additionally, the company provides a comprehensive network management system and various support services, including consultancy, training, and project management, to assist operators in designing and deploying microwave backhaul networks. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Cambridge, the company addresses the growing demand for enhanced network capacity and efficiency in the face of increasing mobile data usage.
MoPub
Seed Round in 2010
MoPub, a division of Twitter, specializes in mobile app monetization by providing a comprehensive platform for app publishers. Founded in 2010 by former engineers and product managers from Google and AdMob, MoPub offers tools that enable real-time bidding, ad serving, and ad network mediation. This platform facilitates cross-promotion and allows advertisers to access billions of ad impressions, leveraging hyper-targeted data from app publishers to enhance ad performance and user engagement. MoPub aims to simplify the monetization process for mobile application developers, thereby optimizing their advertising strategies.
myThings
Series C in 2010
myThings Inc., established in 2005 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, specializes in customized programmatic advertising solutions for online retailers. The company, previously known as Swift-Find, Inc., is renowned globally for its conversion-driven, personalized display advertising, which drives sales growth for top-tier European retailers such as Littlewoods, Zalando, and Microsoft Store. myThings' platform employs retargeting, pre-targeting, and look-alike targeting to generate over 150% uplift compared to industry standards, personalizing over a billion banner impressions monthly across 14 markets. It leverages real-time bidding (RTB) technology, processing half a billion RTB requests daily, and collaborates with leading RTB exchanges like Google DoubleClick and AppNexus. myThings was recognized as the 2011 E-consultancy Innovation in Affiliate Marketing Award winner and ranked #5 among Europe's fastest-growing digital media companies by Media Momentum.
Telepo
Series B in 2010
Telepo is a provider of enterprise mobility and converged communication solutions, catering to businesses and service providers across Europe, Asia, and Africa. The company specializes in unified communications-as-a-service (UCaaS) and fixed-mobile convergence (FMC) platforms, delivering end-to-end, multi-tenant solutions. Telepo's offerings include a comprehensive business communication solution that features services such as single number reach, unified messaging, personal call routing, and mobile extensions. Additionally, it provides a business communication server for enterprise voice network management, along with Mobile+ software for mobile devices and Softphone+ for desktop use, which facilitates messaging, conferencing, and call monitoring. Telepo also offers professional services encompassing technical pre-studies, service strategy development, and customer-specific training. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Telepo integrates mobile, fixed, and IP-based communication networks to enhance user experience and operational efficiency.
Carrier IQ
Series D in 2010
Carrier IQ is a mobile service intelligence platform that specializes in diagnostic analysis for smartphone users, catering to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and wireless carriers. The company offers a device designed to measure key parameters of service quality and usage, enabling customers to analyze detailed usage scenarios and fault conditions based on type, location, application, and network performance. By focusing on the mobile experience delivered at the handset level, Carrier IQ provides valuable insights that go beyond the state of network components, allowing clients to better understand and enhance the user experience.
Booyah
Series C in 2010
Booyah is the market leader in real-world & location–based gaming. The company is founded on the premise that "where you play matters" and creates compelling, innovative mass-market games and entertainment products that have been enjoyed by tens of millions of worldwide. By integrating real-world signals into its portfolio of products, Booyah is more than a games company…literally changing how people play and delivering more personal, more social & more meaningful ways for gamers of all ages to play & interact with their friends & the world around them. Booyah has partnered with leading consumer brands including H&M, Pantene, Olay, Paul Frank, Disney, Subway, Adidas, MTV and others to connect engaged gamers with the products they love. To learn more about advertising & sponsorship opportunities, click here. The company draws its creativity and inspiration from the mobile, consumer web, social and traditional gaming space with a leadership team drawn from the world’s top interactive companies including Electronic Arts, Blizzard Entertainment, Glu Mobile, Crowdstar, LucasArts, Kabam and Insomniac Games. Booyah is financed by Accel Partners and Kleiner Perkins Caufield and Byers’ iFund.
XConnect Global Networks
Series B in 2009
XConnect Global Networks is a leading provider of next-generation interconnection services that facilitate the adoption of IP-based multimedia communications. The company leverages its advanced ENUM registry and IPX hub technology to help customers optimize their network and technology investments, enabling the delivery of IP voice, video, and unified communications across various networks and platforms. Headquartered in London, with additional offices in the USA, EMEA, and Asia, XConnect serves a diverse customer base that includes major carriers, service providers, and video conferencing providers across more than 70 countries. Their federation-based peering services offer real-time access to comprehensive and secure phone number data, empowering mobile communications and ensuring efficient connectivity for IP-enabled carriers and service providers.
Ubidyne
Series B in 2009
Ubidyne, established in 2005, specializes in digital active antenna technology, specifically its innovative Antenna Embedded Radio™ system. This technology is designed to enhance mobile communication by integrating micro-radio technology directly within wireless antennas. Ubidyne's products, which are offered through collaboration with Nokia Siemens Networks, support a range of standards including GSM, UMTS, HSPA+, and LTE. The company's integrated active antenna systems are compatible with CPRI and OBSAI optical interfaces, allowing for advanced multi-standard wireless services that cater to various applications, from pico cells to large-scale macro cells and distributed in-building systems. By eliminating the need for coaxial feeder cables, remote electrical tilt, and additional amplifiers, Ubidyne's solutions significantly reduce energy consumption while improving radio performance, deployment flexibility, coverage, and capacity of mobile networks globally.
OpenGamma
Series A in 2009
OpenGamma Limited, established in 2009, is a London-based technology company that specializes in real-time market risk management solutions for financial institutions. It offers a comprehensive platform that delivers cross-asset risk and trading analytics, enabling front-office and risk users to make informed decisions. The platform caters to a wide range of clients, including buy-side and sell-side firms, clearing institutions, exchanges, investment banks, insurance companies, and central counterparties (CCPs). OpenGamma's solutions also extend to optimizing performance in the over-the-counter (OTC) markets, with tools for multi-CCP margin calculations. The company provides support, consulting, and training services to ensure clients maximize the benefits of its platform.
Tumri
Venture Round in 2009
Tumri, founded in 2004, specializes in online display advertising solutions aimed at enhancing the advertising experience. The company's primary offering, the AdPod, allows advertisers to create highly targeted marketing messages in real-time. Tumri's suite of services includes Dynamic Media, which optimizes media selection for user campaigns; Dynamic Messaging, which personalizes display advertising; Dynamic Response, focused on optimizing landing pages post-click; and Dynamic Insight, a marketing analytics solution that streamlines campaign launches and enhances performance. Additionally, Tumri Ensemble serves as a self-serve platform for dynamic creative and offer optimization. In July 2011, Tumri was acquired by Collective, expanding its capabilities in the online advertising sector.
Cambridge Broadband Networks Group
Venture Round in 2009
Cambridge Broadband Networks Limited specializes in developing and deploying microwave access and wireless backhaul solutions for telecommunications providers both in the United Kingdom and internationally. The company's flagship product, VectaStar, is a multipoint microwave platform that facilitates mobile backhaul, enterprise access, and small cell network solutions. This includes offerings such as VectaStar Gigabit for macro backhaul and enterprise access, and VectaStar Metro for multipoint microwave backhaul. Additionally, the company provides a comprehensive network management system and various support services, including consultancy, training, and project management, to assist operators in designing and deploying microwave backhaul networks. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Cambridge, the company addresses the growing demand for enhanced network capacity and efficiency in the face of increasing mobile data usage.
Telepo
Venture Round in 2008
Telepo is a provider of enterprise mobility and converged communication solutions, catering to businesses and service providers across Europe, Asia, and Africa. The company specializes in unified communications-as-a-service (UCaaS) and fixed-mobile convergence (FMC) platforms, delivering end-to-end, multi-tenant solutions. Telepo's offerings include a comprehensive business communication solution that features services such as single number reach, unified messaging, personal call routing, and mobile extensions. Additionally, it provides a business communication server for enterprise voice network management, along with Mobile+ software for mobile devices and Softphone+ for desktop use, which facilitates messaging, conferencing, and call monitoring. Telepo also offers professional services encompassing technical pre-studies, service strategy development, and customer-specific training. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Telepo integrates mobile, fixed, and IP-based communication networks to enhance user experience and operational efficiency.
Kosmix
Series D in 2008
Kosmix, established in 2005, is a Mountain View, California-based company that specializes in web navigation and content discovery. It offers a platform that organizes the internet into topic-based pages, presenting users with relevant videos, photos, news, and other content. Kosmix's advanced search engine allows users to filter results using multiple criteria, making it easier to find specific information. The company's content categorization engine also generates topic-specific homepages, helping users cut through online noise and find content that matters to them. Kosmix was founded by Venky Harinarayan and Anand Rajaraman, who previously co-founded Junglee and Amazon.com's Mechanical Turk. The company is backed by Accel Partners, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Dag Ventures, and Bezos Expeditions.
WiChorus
Series C in 2008
WiChorus specializes in developing software solutions for network management in the telecommunications sector. The company offers a smartcore platform designed for 4G packet core infrastructure, which supports the deployment of WiMAX and LTE networks. Its products include tools for service and subscriber management, content management, and network optimization. By focusing on enhancing network intelligence, WiChorus enables service providers to achieve superior performance and effectively monetize internet services.
myThings
Series B in 2008
myThings Inc., established in 2005 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, specializes in customized programmatic advertising solutions for online retailers. The company, previously known as Swift-Find, Inc., is renowned globally for its conversion-driven, personalized display advertising, which drives sales growth for top-tier European retailers such as Littlewoods, Zalando, and Microsoft Store. myThings' platform employs retargeting, pre-targeting, and look-alike targeting to generate over 150% uplift compared to industry standards, personalizing over a billion banner impressions monthly across 14 markets. It leverages real-time bidding (RTB) technology, processing half a billion RTB requests daily, and collaborates with leading RTB exchanges like Google DoubleClick and AppNexus. myThings was recognized as the 2011 E-consultancy Innovation in Affiliate Marketing Award winner and ranked #5 among Europe's fastest-growing digital media companies by Media Momentum.
Kosmix
Series C in 2007
Kosmix, established in 2005, is a Mountain View, California-based company that specializes in web navigation and content discovery. It offers a platform that organizes the internet into topic-based pages, presenting users with relevant videos, photos, news, and other content. Kosmix's advanced search engine allows users to filter results using multiple criteria, making it easier to find specific information. The company's content categorization engine also generates topic-specific homepages, helping users cut through online noise and find content that matters to them. Kosmix was founded by Venky Harinarayan and Anand Rajaraman, who previously co-founded Junglee and Amazon.com's Mechanical Turk. The company is backed by Accel Partners, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Dag Ventures, and Bezos Expeditions.
WiChorus
Series B in 2007
WiChorus specializes in developing software solutions for network management in the telecommunications sector. The company offers a smartcore platform designed for 4G packet core infrastructure, which supports the deployment of WiMAX and LTE networks. Its products include tools for service and subscriber management, content management, and network optimization. By focusing on enhancing network intelligence, WiChorus enables service providers to achieve superior performance and effectively monetize internet services.
Tumri
Series B in 2007
Tumri, founded in 2004, specializes in online display advertising solutions aimed at enhancing the advertising experience. The company's primary offering, the AdPod, allows advertisers to create highly targeted marketing messages in real-time. Tumri's suite of services includes Dynamic Media, which optimizes media selection for user campaigns; Dynamic Messaging, which personalizes display advertising; Dynamic Response, focused on optimizing landing pages post-click; and Dynamic Insight, a marketing analytics solution that streamlines campaign launches and enhances performance. Additionally, Tumri Ensemble serves as a self-serve platform for dynamic creative and offer optimization. In July 2011, Tumri was acquired by Collective, expanding its capabilities in the online advertising sector.
XConnect Global Networks
Series A in 2007
XConnect Global Networks is a leading provider of next-generation interconnection services that facilitate the adoption of IP-based multimedia communications. The company leverages its advanced ENUM registry and IPX hub technology to help customers optimize their network and technology investments, enabling the delivery of IP voice, video, and unified communications across various networks and platforms. Headquartered in London, with additional offices in the USA, EMEA, and Asia, XConnect serves a diverse customer base that includes major carriers, service providers, and video conferencing providers across more than 70 countries. Their federation-based peering services offer real-time access to comprehensive and secure phone number data, empowering mobile communications and ensuring efficient connectivity for IP-enabled carriers and service providers.
Azea Networks
Series D in 2007
Azea Networks Limited, provides world-class submarine optical networking solutions Azea Networks provides world-class submarine optical networking solutions that allow operators to exploit the full potential of their existing cable assets. Azea is uniquely focused on delivering substantial, and cost effective, capacity gains over existing undersea systems. The Azea team combines extensive optical engineering experience in characterisation, system design, modelling and product implementation to provide technologies and services that are a compelling alternative to the cost and risk of deploying new submarine cable systems. Azea’s head office is in London, with manufacturing in Scotland and a number of regional support offices.
Artimi
Series B in 2007
Artimi is a fabless semiconductor company focused on the development, marketing, and sale of semiconductors, software, and reference designs aimed at providing high-speed wireless connectivity for portable consumer electronics. The company specializes in silicon solutions that leverage ultra wideband technologies to enable high bandwidth wireless communication. Its product offerings include MAC controllers, evaluation kits for wireless USB, and reference design kits for various devices such as hard disk drives and printers. Through these products, Artimi supports advancements in wireless connectivity in the consumer electronics sector.
Cambridge Broadband Networks Group
Series E in 2007
Cambridge Broadband Networks Limited specializes in developing and deploying microwave access and wireless backhaul solutions for telecommunications providers both in the United Kingdom and internationally. The company's flagship product, VectaStar, is a multipoint microwave platform that facilitates mobile backhaul, enterprise access, and small cell network solutions. This includes offerings such as VectaStar Gigabit for macro backhaul and enterprise access, and VectaStar Metro for multipoint microwave backhaul. Additionally, the company provides a comprehensive network management system and various support services, including consultancy, training, and project management, to assist operators in designing and deploying microwave backhaul networks. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Cambridge, the company addresses the growing demand for enhanced network capacity and efficiency in the face of increasing mobile data usage.
Carrier IQ
Series B in 2007
Carrier IQ is a mobile service intelligence platform that specializes in diagnostic analysis for smartphone users, catering to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and wireless carriers. The company offers a device designed to measure key parameters of service quality and usage, enabling customers to analyze detailed usage scenarios and fault conditions based on type, location, application, and network performance. By focusing on the mobile experience delivered at the handset level, Carrier IQ provides valuable insights that go beyond the state of network components, allowing clients to better understand and enhance the user experience.
Artimi
Series B in 2006
Artimi is a fabless semiconductor company focused on the development, marketing, and sale of semiconductors, software, and reference designs aimed at providing high-speed wireless connectivity for portable consumer electronics. The company specializes in silicon solutions that leverage ultra wideband technologies to enable high bandwidth wireless communication. Its product offerings include MAC controllers, evaluation kits for wireless USB, and reference design kits for various devices such as hard disk drives and printers. Through these products, Artimi supports advancements in wireless connectivity in the consumer electronics sector.
Telepo
Series A in 2006
Telepo is a provider of enterprise mobility and converged communication solutions, catering to businesses and service providers across Europe, Asia, and Africa. The company specializes in unified communications-as-a-service (UCaaS) and fixed-mobile convergence (FMC) platforms, delivering end-to-end, multi-tenant solutions. Telepo's offerings include a comprehensive business communication solution that features services such as single number reach, unified messaging, personal call routing, and mobile extensions. Additionally, it provides a business communication server for enterprise voice network management, along with Mobile+ software for mobile devices and Softphone+ for desktop use, which facilitates messaging, conferencing, and call monitoring. Telepo also offers professional services encompassing technical pre-studies, service strategy development, and customer-specific training. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Telepo integrates mobile, fixed, and IP-based communication networks to enhance user experience and operational efficiency.
Carrier IQ
Series A in 2006
Carrier IQ is a mobile service intelligence platform that specializes in diagnostic analysis for smartphone users, catering to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and wireless carriers. The company offers a device designed to measure key parameters of service quality and usage, enabling customers to analyze detailed usage scenarios and fault conditions based on type, location, application, and network performance. By focusing on the mobile experience delivered at the handset level, Carrier IQ provides valuable insights that go beyond the state of network components, allowing clients to better understand and enhance the user experience.
WiChorus
Series B in 2006
WiChorus specializes in developing software solutions for network management in the telecommunications sector. The company offers a smartcore platform designed for 4G packet core infrastructure, which supports the deployment of WiMAX and LTE networks. Its products include tools for service and subscriber management, content management, and network optimization. By focusing on enhancing network intelligence, WiChorus enables service providers to achieve superior performance and effectively monetize internet services.
Meta
Series B in 2006
Meta is a social technology company that facilitates connections among individuals, communities, and businesses. Originally founded as Facebook in 2004 by Mark Zuckerberg in Menlo Park, California, the company rebranded to Meta on October 28, 2021, to reflect its broader focus beyond social networking. Meta operates various applications and services, positioning itself as a leader in the social media landscape, with over 1.32 billion monthly active users. The company has continuously evolved, integrating features that enhance user engagement and community building. Meta's strategic initiatives also include partnerships aimed at advancing marketing and commercial efforts in the digital and mobile sectors. As it explores new technologies, including virtual and augmented realities, Meta aims to redefine how people interact and share experiences online.
myThings
Series A in 2006
myThings Inc., established in 2005 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, specializes in customized programmatic advertising solutions for online retailers. The company, previously known as Swift-Find, Inc., is renowned globally for its conversion-driven, personalized display advertising, which drives sales growth for top-tier European retailers such as Littlewoods, Zalando, and Microsoft Store. myThings' platform employs retargeting, pre-targeting, and look-alike targeting to generate over 150% uplift compared to industry standards, personalizing over a billion banner impressions monthly across 14 markets. It leverages real-time bidding (RTB) technology, processing half a billion RTB requests daily, and collaborates with leading RTB exchanges like Google DoubleClick and AppNexus. myThings was recognized as the 2011 E-consultancy Innovation in Affiliate Marketing Award winner and ranked #5 among Europe's fastest-growing digital media companies by Media Momentum.
Cambridge Broadband Networks Group
Series D in 2006
Cambridge Broadband Networks Limited specializes in developing and deploying microwave access and wireless backhaul solutions for telecommunications providers both in the United Kingdom and internationally. The company's flagship product, VectaStar, is a multipoint microwave platform that facilitates mobile backhaul, enterprise access, and small cell network solutions. This includes offerings such as VectaStar Gigabit for macro backhaul and enterprise access, and VectaStar Metro for multipoint microwave backhaul. Additionally, the company provides a comprehensive network management system and various support services, including consultancy, training, and project management, to assist operators in designing and deploying microwave backhaul networks. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Cambridge, the company addresses the growing demand for enhanced network capacity and efficiency in the face of increasing mobile data usage.
Kosmix
Series B in 2006
Kosmix, established in 2005, is a Mountain View, California-based company that specializes in web navigation and content discovery. It offers a platform that organizes the internet into topic-based pages, presenting users with relevant videos, photos, news, and other content. Kosmix's advanced search engine allows users to filter results using multiple criteria, making it easier to find specific information. The company's content categorization engine also generates topic-specific homepages, helping users cut through online noise and find content that matters to them. Kosmix was founded by Venky Harinarayan and Anand Rajaraman, who previously co-founded Junglee and Amazon.com's Mechanical Turk. The company is backed by Accel Partners, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Dag Ventures, and Bezos Expeditions.
Volantis Systems
Venture Round in 2005
Volantis Systems Limited specializes in intelligent content adaptation solutions for the mobile Internet sector. The company provides a Content Delivery Platform (CDP), which includes a suite of mobile portal and e-commerce applications designed for mobile operators to promote, sell, and deliver diverse content. The CDP features several modules, such as a Mobile Development Framework that offers a device adaptation engine, a Mobile Content Storefront for content management, and Buzzcast, which personalizes content feeds and integrates advertisements. Additionally, the platform includes a Mobile Content Transcoder for converting PC-oriented sites to mobile-friendly versions and tools like Feed Builder and Site Builder to enhance subscriber engagement and allow users to create personal mobile websites. Volantis also offers a Java-based Mobility Server for developing mobile applications and Ubik.com, a service for designing and hosting mobile websites. Established in 2000 and headquartered in Guildford, United Kingdom, the company has expanded its presence with offices in the United States, Hong Kong, Poland, and India, serving clients in telecommunications, media, finance, and online businesses.
Ceon
Venture Round in 2005
Ceon Corporation specializes in providing product management and fulfillment software tailored for the communication service provider (CSP) market. Its offerings include the Product Control Center, which helps service providers create and manage product catalogs, and the Intelligent Order Manager, designed for orchestrating order handling for broadband and IP-based services. The Intelligent Activation Server activates various services across different networks and technologies, while the Adapter Library facilitates the development of connectivity adapters for various devices. Additionally, Ceon offers service modules for High Speed Data, Voice over IP, and IP-TV. The company also provides a range of services such as business analysis, system design, program management, installation, configuration, testing, and post-deployment maintenance support. Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Ceon Corporation was previously known as FirstTel Systems Corporation and became a subsidiary of Convergys Corporation in 2008.
Ubidyne
Series A in 2005
Ubidyne, established in 2005, specializes in digital active antenna technology, specifically its innovative Antenna Embedded Radio™ system. This technology is designed to enhance mobile communication by integrating micro-radio technology directly within wireless antennas. Ubidyne's products, which are offered through collaboration with Nokia Siemens Networks, support a range of standards including GSM, UMTS, HSPA+, and LTE. The company's integrated active antenna systems are compatible with CPRI and OBSAI optical interfaces, allowing for advanced multi-standard wireless services that cater to various applications, from pico cells to large-scale macro cells and distributed in-building systems. By eliminating the need for coaxial feeder cables, remote electrical tilt, and additional amplifiers, Ubidyne's solutions significantly reduce energy consumption while improving radio performance, deployment flexibility, coverage, and capacity of mobile networks globally.
Entrisphere
Series C in 2005
Entrisphere, Inc. is a provider of access network equipment tailored for broadband service providers. The company offers a range of products, including the BLM 1500, a multi-service access platform that supports various interfaces such as POTS, IPTV, DSL, and Ethernet. Additionally, it produces the T-series of Optical Network Terminals (ONTs) and Optical Network Units (ONUs), designed for diverse deployment scenarios including single-family homes and multiple dwelling units. Entrisphere also delivers the Entriview EMS for centralized network management and OSP cabinets that facilitate voice, data, and video services over both copper and fiber connections. Furthermore, the company offers a variety of support services encompassing network planning, installation, training, and maintenance. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Entrisphere operates as a subsidiary of LM Ericsson Telephone Co. since 2007.
Meta
Series A in 2005
Meta is a social technology company that facilitates connections among individuals, communities, and businesses. Originally founded as Facebook in 2004 by Mark Zuckerberg in Menlo Park, California, the company rebranded to Meta on October 28, 2021, to reflect its broader focus beyond social networking. Meta operates various applications and services, positioning itself as a leader in the social media landscape, with over 1.32 billion monthly active users. The company has continuously evolved, integrating features that enhance user engagement and community building. Meta's strategic initiatives also include partnerships aimed at advancing marketing and commercial efforts in the digital and mobile sectors. As it explores new technologies, including virtual and augmented realities, Meta aims to redefine how people interact and share experiences online.
Airgo Networks
Series E in 2005
Airgo Networks is a California-based company specializing in the development of multiple-input multiple-output wireless technology.
Azea Networks
Series C in 2005
Azea Networks Limited, provides world-class submarine optical networking solutions Azea Networks provides world-class submarine optical networking solutions that allow operators to exploit the full potential of their existing cable assets. Azea is uniquely focused on delivering substantial, and cost effective, capacity gains over existing undersea systems. The Azea team combines extensive optical engineering experience in characterisation, system design, modelling and product implementation to provide technologies and services that are a compelling alternative to the cost and risk of deploying new submarine cable systems. Azea’s head office is in London, with manufacturing in Scotland and a number of regional support offices.
Tumri
Series A in 2005
Tumri, founded in 2004, specializes in online display advertising solutions aimed at enhancing the advertising experience. The company's primary offering, the AdPod, allows advertisers to create highly targeted marketing messages in real-time. Tumri's suite of services includes Dynamic Media, which optimizes media selection for user campaigns; Dynamic Messaging, which personalizes display advertising; Dynamic Response, focused on optimizing landing pages post-click; and Dynamic Insight, a marketing analytics solution that streamlines campaign launches and enhances performance. Additionally, Tumri Ensemble serves as a self-serve platform for dynamic creative and offer optimization. In July 2011, Tumri was acquired by Collective, expanding its capabilities in the online advertising sector.
Airgo Networks
Series D in 2004
Airgo Networks is a California-based company specializing in the development of multiple-input multiple-output wireless technology.
FlexLight Networks
Series C in 2003
Founded in September 2000 by a dynamic team of high-powered and experienced optical network specialists, FlexLight's suite of optical access products leverages leading-edge technology to deliver a solution that conquers last-mile bandwidth bottlenecks and optimizes service flexibility. FlexLight's seed funding of $9 million comes from America's Coral Ventures, a private venture capital firm that manages more than $300 million of capital in five funds, and from Israel's Concord Venture Capital Fund, a firm that offers exceptional entrepreneurs the capital, guidance and industry contacts they need to become leaders in their field.
Airgo Networks
Series C in 2003
Airgo Networks is a California-based company specializing in the development of multiple-input multiple-output wireless technology.
Leapstone Systems
Series B in 2003
Leapstone Systems, Inc. specializes in communication software solutions tailored for network operators in the United States. The company offers the Communications Convergence Engine, a versatile software platform that allows operators to design, package, deploy, and manage a variety of content and services. This includes the CCE serviceBROKER, which facilitates the integration of diverse services such as voice and IPTV across multiple networks and devices. By providing a unified platform for creating and managing converged service bundles, Leapstone Systems enables wireline, wireless, and cable operators to enhance their service offerings and improve customer experiences.
Wily Technology
Series C in 2003
Wily Technology, Inc. specializes in enterprise application management solutions across various sectors, including financial services, telecommunications, insurance, healthcare, and government. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Brisbane, California, the company offers a range of products designed to enhance the performance and reliability of web applications and infrastructure. Key offerings include Introscope, a performance management tool; Customer Experience Manager, which alerts organizations to customer transaction issues; Portal Manager, an enterprise portal management solution; and Web Services Manager, which provides comprehensive performance management for web services. In addition to its product suite, Wily Technology also delivers professional and educational services to support its clients. The company has expanded its global presence with offices in Japan, Singapore, the United Kingdom, Germany, and France. As of 2006, Wily Technology operates as a subsidiary of CA, Inc.
Entrisphere
Series B in 2002
Entrisphere, Inc. is a provider of access network equipment tailored for broadband service providers. The company offers a range of products, including the BLM 1500, a multi-service access platform that supports various interfaces such as POTS, IPTV, DSL, and Ethernet. Additionally, it produces the T-series of Optical Network Terminals (ONTs) and Optical Network Units (ONUs), designed for diverse deployment scenarios including single-family homes and multiple dwelling units. Entrisphere also delivers the Entriview EMS for centralized network management and OSP cabinets that facilitate voice, data, and video services over both copper and fiber connections. Furthermore, the company offers a variety of support services encompassing network planning, installation, training, and maintenance. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Entrisphere operates as a subsidiary of LM Ericsson Telephone Co. since 2007.
Lycium Networks
Venture Round in 2002
Lycium Networks specializes in high-speed convergence technology that integrates voice and data over next-generation networks. The company was established by Doron Barack, Ron Cohen, and Yehuda Wieder, each bringing extensive experience from prominent positions in the communications industry. Lycium's key innovation is its Meridian System on Chip (SoC) technology, which offers circuit emulation services that support SDH/SONET protection and operation, administration, and management mechanisms. This technology enables the seamless transmission of TDM services, including synchronization and circuit multiplexing, over packet-switched networks. By providing these advanced capabilities, Lycium Networks empowers communications equipment vendors to deliver enhanced advantages to operators and end-users.
Airgo Networks
Series B in 2002
Airgo Networks is a California-based company specializing in the development of multiple-input multiple-output wireless technology.
Wily Technology
Venture Round in 2001
Wily Technology, Inc. specializes in enterprise application management solutions across various sectors, including financial services, telecommunications, insurance, healthcare, and government. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Brisbane, California, the company offers a range of products designed to enhance the performance and reliability of web applications and infrastructure. Key offerings include Introscope, a performance management tool; Customer Experience Manager, which alerts organizations to customer transaction issues; Portal Manager, an enterprise portal management solution; and Web Services Manager, which provides comprehensive performance management for web services. In addition to its product suite, Wily Technology also delivers professional and educational services to support its clients. The company has expanded its global presence with offices in Japan, Singapore, the United Kingdom, Germany, and France. As of 2006, Wily Technology operates as a subsidiary of CA, Inc.
Infinera
Series A in 2001
Infinera Corporation is a global provider of optical transport networking equipment, software, and services, headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. The company specializes in photonic integration technology, offering a diverse portfolio that includes modular platforms, coherent optical transport systems, and packet-optical transport solutions. Its products, such as the Infinera Groove series and 7300 series, cater to various transport network applications, enabling high-capacity data transmission and management. Infinera's digital transport node system incorporates advanced technology for digital processing of network traffic. The company also provides a range of support services, including technical support, installation, and professional services. Infinera's customer base consists of telecommunications service providers, internet content providers, cable operators, research institutions, large enterprises, and government entities, all of whom rely on its solutions for efficient optical networking. Founded in 2000, Infinera continues to innovate in the field of optical networking, enhancing the capabilities of global communications infrastructure.
Iospan Wireless
Series C in 2001
Iospan Wireless is an Internet infrastruture company. Specifically the firm provides customers with mass broadband services through their main product the MIMO-OFDM-enabled AirBurst.
Wily Technology
Series B in 2000
Wily Technology, Inc. specializes in enterprise application management solutions across various sectors, including financial services, telecommunications, insurance, healthcare, and government. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Brisbane, California, the company offers a range of products designed to enhance the performance and reliability of web applications and infrastructure. Key offerings include Introscope, a performance management tool; Customer Experience Manager, which alerts organizations to customer transaction issues; Portal Manager, an enterprise portal management solution; and Web Services Manager, which provides comprehensive performance management for web services. In addition to its product suite, Wily Technology also delivers professional and educational services to support its clients. The company has expanded its global presence with offices in Japan, Singapore, the United Kingdom, Germany, and France. As of 2006, Wily Technology operates as a subsidiary of CA, Inc.
Accordion Networks
Venture Round in 2000
Accordion Networks designs and supplies next-generation onsite broadband multi-services activation platforms, enabling New-World Service Providers to activate, personalize and manage business-class broadband services in the new business e-conomy. Accordion Networks' flagship broadband multi-services activation platform allows New-World Service Providers, for the first time, to offer a one-stop-shop for differentiated services onsite at the edge of the network from a business campus Point-of-Presence (POP), building POP or metro POP. Accordion Networks enables New-World Service Providers to rapidly deploy "best fit" technologies, including a winning combination of increased bandwidth, improved scalability, and rapid provisioning of voice, data, video and advanced Internet protocol (IP) and application services.
Logictier
Funding Round in 2000
LogicTier, Inc. went out of business. LogicTier provides e-Business Operations Sourcing for business-critical Internet sites, enabling the consumer to refocus on their core business, increase end-user satisfaction and maximize return on investment. In addition, this company is provider of web site software. Its partners include BEA Systems, Cisco Systems, Level 3 Communications, and Sun Microsystems. Its customers include Duckets, Enigma Digital Radio, IronPlanet.com, and OneName. LogicTier is headquartered in San Mateo, California.
Ceon
Series C in 2000
Ceon Corporation specializes in providing product management and fulfillment software tailored for the communication service provider (CSP) market. Its offerings include the Product Control Center, which helps service providers create and manage product catalogs, and the Intelligent Order Manager, designed for orchestrating order handling for broadband and IP-based services. The Intelligent Activation Server activates various services across different networks and technologies, while the Adapter Library facilitates the development of connectivity adapters for various devices. Additionally, Ceon offers service modules for High Speed Data, Voice over IP, and IP-TV. The company also provides a range of services such as business analysis, system design, program management, installation, configuration, testing, and post-deployment maintenance support. Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Ceon Corporation was previously known as FirstTel Systems Corporation and became a subsidiary of Convergys Corporation in 2008.
Comstellar Technologies
Series A in 2000
Comstellar Technologies, Inc. specializes in the development of communications infrastructure, concentrating on creating network components and subsystems for both optical and wireless communication industries. The company's innovative operating model positions it to address the growing demand for high-quality communication solutions, which are becoming increasingly essential in today’s technology landscape. By focusing on these critical areas, Comstellar aims to capitalize on the vast opportunities available in the global market for communication technologies.
Teloquent Communications
Venture Round in 2000
Teloquent Communications is a provider of virtual call center solutions that cater to businesses and professionals by facilitating customer interactions through both web and traditional telephone channels. Established in June 1989 and located in Billerica, Massachusetts, the company specializes in integrating voice, data, video, and web inquiries to enhance communication efficiency. Teloquent Communications also develops software solutions for call center networking, virtual offices, and telecommuting, addressing the diverse needs of modern customer service environments. In December 2003, the company was acquired by Syntellect, expanding its capabilities and reach in the industry.
Accordion Networks
Series B in 2000
Accordion Networks designs and supplies next-generation onsite broadband multi-services activation platforms, enabling New-World Service Providers to activate, personalize and manage business-class broadband services in the new business e-conomy. Accordion Networks' flagship broadband multi-services activation platform allows New-World Service Providers, for the first time, to offer a one-stop-shop for differentiated services onsite at the edge of the network from a business campus Point-of-Presence (POP), building POP or metro POP. Accordion Networks enables New-World Service Providers to rapidly deploy "best fit" technologies, including a winning combination of increased bandwidth, improved scalability, and rapid provisioning of voice, data, video and advanced Internet protocol (IP) and application services.
AlphaBlox
Venture Round in 2000
AlphaBlox offers an open web-based platform designed for eBusiness analysis applications, enabling organizations to analyze and share critical information with customers, partners, and suppliers. The platform employs a unique "building Blox" approach, allowing users to quickly assemble and deploy customized analytical applications tailored to enhance eBusiness operations, financial performance, and overall supply chain efficiency. Prominent companies such as AT&T, Deutsche Bank, Federal Express, and Toyota utilize AlphaBlox's solutions to transform their data into strategic advantages. Additionally, AlphaBlox develops component-based analysis tools for both intranet and traditional client/server networks, providing an analytical infrastructure that supports web-based applications both inside and outside corporate firewalls.
Urban Media
Venture Round in 2000
Urban Media is an innovative on-site service provider that offers free broadband access to businesses, enhancing their ability to engage in the internet economy. By implementing a robust broadband network infrastructure, including Fiber-to-the-Floor technology, Urban Media equips buildings with essential e-business services, applications, and content through its UrbanCenter platform. This comprehensive approach allows businesses in Urban Media-enabled buildings to improve their competitive edge in the business-to-business e-commerce landscape. Additionally, the services provided help building owners and managers boost revenue and decrease tenant turnover, creating a mutually beneficial environment for all stakeholders involved.
CenterBeam
Series B in 2000
CenterBeam, a U.S.-based IT managed service provider, specializes in delivering cloud-based IT services to mid-size businesses. Acquired by EarthLink in 2013, the company has over 14 years of experience in the industry. CenterBeam provides an alternative approach to traditional IT management, enabling executives to access on-demand IT capacity through a subscription pricing model. This model allows businesses to benefit from enterprise-class information technology management, services, and support without the need for significant investment in personnel and infrastructure.
Tellium
Venture Round in 2000
Tellium specializes in high-speed, high-capacity optical solutions designed for service providers globally. The company is a pioneer in the development of intelligent optical switches, specifically the Aurora Optical Switch™ family, which, along with the StarNet Software Suite™, facilitates a straightforward and cost-effective transition to next-generation public networks. These optical switches are integral to the core of telecommunications networks, effectively managing the flow of optical signals that carry voice, video, and data traffic over fiber-optic cables. Through its innovative technology, Tellium aims to simplify and optimize network operations for its clients.
Ceon
Series B in 1999
Ceon Corporation specializes in providing product management and fulfillment software tailored for the communication service provider (CSP) market. Its offerings include the Product Control Center, which helps service providers create and manage product catalogs, and the Intelligent Order Manager, designed for orchestrating order handling for broadband and IP-based services. The Intelligent Activation Server activates various services across different networks and technologies, while the Adapter Library facilitates the development of connectivity adapters for various devices. Additionally, Ceon offers service modules for High Speed Data, Voice over IP, and IP-TV. The company also provides a range of services such as business analysis, system design, program management, installation, configuration, testing, and post-deployment maintenance support. Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Ceon Corporation was previously known as FirstTel Systems Corporation and became a subsidiary of Convergys Corporation in 2008.
Soapstone Networks
Series C in 1999
Soapstone Networks (formerly Avici Systems) developer of Terabit Switch/Router technology aimed at providing the next generation of high performance, IP-based routers to carriers and Internet Service Providers worldwide. Soapstone Networks got liquidated in 2009 July.
Amber Networks
Series A in 1999
Amber Networks is a telecommunications technology provider that specializes in enabling service providers to deploy various communications services over next-generation Optical Internet networks. The company focuses on developing carrier infrastructure products, including an innovative infrastructure router known as the Aggregation Service Router. This router effectively consolidates thousands of traditional service feeds, such as TDM, frame relay, and ATM, alongside native IP traffic, facilitating efficient management and delivery of services within a provider's core network. Additionally, Amber Networks offers fault-tolerant routing platforms that enhance the reliability and performance of communication network infrastructure.
Soapstone Networks
Series B in 1998
Soapstone Networks (formerly Avici Systems) developer of Terabit Switch/Router technology aimed at providing the next generation of high performance, IP-based routers to carriers and Internet Service Providers worldwide. Soapstone Networks got liquidated in 2009 July.
ArrowPoint Communications
Series B in 1998
ArrowPoint Communications specializes in providing content switches designed to enhance the delivery of web content. Its products offer advanced capabilities that enable internet service providers, web hosting companies, and other clients to create a faster and more dependable online experience. The company's technology allows for intelligent traffic management, directing data based on factors such as the type of content being requested and the frequency of requests. Through these innovations, ArrowPoint Communications aims to optimize web performance for its customers.
Soapstone Networks
Series A in 1997
Soapstone Networks (formerly Avici Systems) developer of Terabit Switch/Router technology aimed at providing the next generation of high performance, IP-based routers to carriers and Internet Service Providers worldwide. Soapstone Networks got liquidated in 2009 July.
Tellium
Venture Round in 1997
Tellium specializes in high-speed, high-capacity optical solutions designed for service providers globally. The company is a pioneer in the development of intelligent optical switches, specifically the Aurora Optical Switch™ family, which, along with the StarNet Software Suite™, facilitates a straightforward and cost-effective transition to next-generation public networks. These optical switches are integral to the core of telecommunications networks, effectively managing the flow of optical signals that carry voice, video, and data traffic over fiber-optic cables. Through its innovative technology, Tellium aims to simplify and optimize network operations for its clients.
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