Almaz Capital

Almaz Capital is an international venture capital firm based in Silicon Valley that specializes in investing in early-stage, capital-efficient technology companies. Founded in 2008, the firm aims to connect Eastern European and former Soviet engineering talent with the U.S. market, facilitating the development of global businesses. Almaz Capital targets high-growth sectors, including artificial intelligence, blockchain applications, data engineering, cybersecurity, industrial IoT, and networking infrastructure. The firm has a diverse group of investors, including prominent organizations such as Cisco and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. Over the years, Almaz Capital has invested in more than 30 portfolio companies and achieved nine successful exits.

Geoffrey Baehr

General Partner

Michael Bastholt

Partner and Chief Operating Officer

Pavel V. Bogdanov

General Partner

Tanya Dadasheva

Investment Director

Alexander (Sasha) Galitsky

Managing Partner

Irina Goryacheva

Marketing and Talent Aquisition Director

Aniruddha Nazaré

Partner

Victor Osyka

Associate

Daniil Stolyarov

Partner

86 past transactions

Alcatraz AI

Series A in 2022
Alcatraz AI, Inc. develops advanced facial authentication technology aimed at enhancing physical security for enterprises and government facilities. Founded in 2016 and based in Redwood City, California, the company utilizes machine learning and computer vision to create a frictionless access control system that eliminates the need for traditional badging. Alcatraz AI's solution integrates real-time 3D facial mapping with artificial intelligence to automatically recognize individuals as they approach a secured entry point. This system combines software with a specialized hardware device equipped with sensors, allowing for seamless entry while providing enhanced security features, such as tailgating alerts and analytics. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, Alcatraz AI enables organizations to implement highly secure access points that improve overall safety and user experience.

Alcatraz AI

Series A in 2022
Alcatraz AI, Inc. develops advanced facial authentication technology aimed at enhancing physical security for enterprises and government facilities. Founded in 2016 and based in Redwood City, California, the company utilizes machine learning and computer vision to create a frictionless access control system that eliminates the need for traditional badging. Alcatraz AI's solution integrates real-time 3D facial mapping with artificial intelligence to automatically recognize individuals as they approach a secured entry point. This system combines software with a specialized hardware device equipped with sensors, allowing for seamless entry while providing enhanced security features, such as tailgating alerts and analytics. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, Alcatraz AI enables organizations to implement highly secure access points that improve overall safety and user experience.

ZEDEDA

Series B in 2022
ZEDEDA specializes in edge virtualization software that enhances visibility, control, and security for IoT edge applications and networks. The company's cloud-native platform enables organizations to monitor and manage real-time edge applications across various hardware configurations, facilitating deployment and integration with any cloud or on-premises systems. This approach allows businesses to maintain complete control over their edge data while avoiding vendor lock-in. ZEDEDA offers solutions such as Edge Quick Connect for Azure IoT Edge, which assists customers in managing and securing their IoT deployments. The company's technology finds applications in sectors including renewable energy, oil and gas automation, and industrial automation. Founded in 2016, ZEDEDA is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with additional offices in Bengaluru and Pune, India.

Nomagic

Series A in 2022
Nomagic, Inc. is a Warsaw-based company that specializes in robotic manipulation solutions for order fulfillment and warehouse operations. The company develops smart pick-and-place robotic systems designed to enhance efficiency, flexibility, and reliability in e-commerce environments. By automating repetitive tasks, Nomagic's robots help reduce fulfillment costs and address labor shortages, allowing warehouses to operate continuously. The technology is powered by artificial intelligence, enabling the systems to learn and adapt in real-time, thus improving decision-making and operational agility. Nomagic's robots have been successfully deployed in packing lines at Cdiscount, the leading e-commerce platform in France.

neptune.ai

Series A in 2022
Track and version your notebooks: Log all your notebooks directly from Jupyter or Jupyter Lab. All you need is to install a Jupyter extension. Manage your experimentation process: Neptune tracks your work with virtually no interference to the way you like to do it. Decide what is relevant to your project and start tracking: - Metrics, - Hyperparameters, - Data versions, - Model files, - Images, - Source code. Integrate with your workflow easily: Neptune is a lightweight extension to your current workflow. Works with all common technologies in data science domain and integrates with other tools. It will take you 5 minutes to get started.

Minut

Series B in 2022
Minut is a technology company focused on smart home solutions, specializing in the development of a device called Point. Founded in 2014, with headquarters in Malmö, Sweden and operations in Shenzhen, China, Minut's product is designed to enhance home security by monitoring environmental factors such as noise, temperature, and motion without using cameras. The device employs infrared motion detection and microphones to identify unusual activities and send alerts to users' smartphones. This approach allows homeowners to maintain security and privacy while fostering good neighborly relations, particularly benefiting short-term rental hosts. Minut's technology represents a significant advancement in IoT and smart home management, providing users with peace of mind regarding their properties.

GridGain

Series C in 2021
GridGain Systems, Inc. offers multiple GridGain in-memory computing platform editions, support services, consulting services, and management tools for financial services, fintech, software, online business services, telecommunications, logistics and transportation, healthcare, and the Internet of Things industries in the United States and internationally. It offers GridGain Enterprise Edition, a data center replication, enterprise-grade security, and rolling upgrade solution; GridGain Community Edition, an open source in-memory computing platform; and GridGain Ultimate Edition, a solution for users that plan to use GridGain as an in-memory database. GridGain Systems, Inc. has a strategic partnership with Tech Mahindra. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in Foster City, California.

ClickHouse

Series B in 2021
ClickHouse is an open-source, column-oriented OLAP database management system that allows users to generate analytical reports using SQL queries in real-time.

Sonarworks

Venture Round in 2021
Sonarworks Ltd. is a software company based in Riga, Latvia, founded in 2012. It specializes in sound calibration technology that enhances audio quality on various headphones and speakers without any physical modifications. The company's flagship products include Reference 4, which is tailored for studio use and offers both studio and headphone editions, and True-Fi, designed for general listeners. Sonarworks' software is utilized by professional recording studios worldwide, with over 3,000 studios employing its technology to ensure accurate sound reproduction. The company emphasizes bridging the gap between sound creators and listeners by eliminating noise shortcomings and enabling users to experience music as intended by the artists. Sonarworks distributes its software online and through dealers, contributing to its international reach and influence in the audio industry.

FinalPrice

Seed Round in 2021
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Esperanto Technologies

Convertible Note in 2021
Esperanto Technologies Inc. specializes in developing energy-efficient computing solutions utilizing the open standard RISC-V instruction set architecture (ISA). Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, with additional offices in Austin, Texas; Portland, Oregon; and Barcelona, Spain, the company focuses on addressing the demands of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and deep learning applications. By leveraging the RISC-V ISA, Esperanto aims to provide high-performance solutions that meet the needs of computationally intensive workloads while promoting flexibility and scalability. The founding team, with extensive experience in processor design and architecture, is committed to driving innovation in computing by offering clean-sheet solutions that avoid the limitations of legacy systems.

OneSoil

Series A in 2021
OneSoil is a startup founded in 2017 and headquartered in Minsk, Belarus, that specializes in developing a precision farming platform aimed at medium and large agricultural operations. The company utilizes satellite imagery to provide soil analysis and insights into field conditions, enabling farmers to optimize their practices and increase productivity. OneSoil's platform incorporates advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, deep learning models, and computer vision, to monitor sown areas, predict crop yields, and facilitate efficient resource management. The platform is accessible via mobile applications for Android and through web browsers, serving agricultural markets in the United States and Europe. The team behind OneSoil comprises professionals with expertise in data science, GIS, product design, and software development, all committed to enhancing agricultural practices globally.

ZEDEDA

Series A in 2021
ZEDEDA specializes in edge virtualization software that enhances visibility, control, and security for IoT edge applications and networks. The company's cloud-native platform enables organizations to monitor and manage real-time edge applications across various hardware configurations, facilitating deployment and integration with any cloud or on-premises systems. This approach allows businesses to maintain complete control over their edge data while avoiding vendor lock-in. ZEDEDA offers solutions such as Edge Quick Connect for Azure IoT Edge, which assists customers in managing and securing their IoT deployments. The company's technology finds applications in sectors including renewable energy, oil and gas automation, and industrial automation. Founded in 2016, ZEDEDA is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with additional offices in Bengaluru and Pune, India.

3DLOOK

Series A in 2021
3DLOOK, LLC is a technology company specializing in artificial intelligence and computer vision to enhance personalization in the apparel industry. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with additional offices in Odessa and Kiev, Ukraine, the company offers innovative body scanning solutions. Its key products include SAIA Perfect Fit and SAIA 3D, which provide accurate 3D modeling of the human body. This mobile-first technology facilitates seamless data exchange between consumers and retailers, allowing brands to offer personalized shopping experiences. By enabling virtual try-ons and improving fit accuracy, 3DLOOK helps businesses reduce returns and apparel waste while increasing customer satisfaction and conversion rates.

NFWare

Funding Round in 2020
At NFWare, we develop super-fast virtualized IP routing solutions for Service Providers, Operators and Data Centers. Groundbreaking virtualisation technology and proven multi-core packet-processing algorithms allow NFWare products to create high-performance infrastructure with the flexibility and agility of software and carrier-grade capabilities only normally seen on hardware. We’re helping companies build the world’s next generation of networks.

Xometry

Series E in 2020
Xometry Inc. is a provider of on-demand manufacturing services, specializing in 3D printing technologies and CNC machining. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland, the company operates an online marketplace that connects customers with a network of machine shops and custom manufacturers. Xometry’s capabilities include rapid prototyping, volume production, mechanical assembly, and various machining services, such as screw machining, selective laser sintering, and fused deposition modeling. By leveraging proprietary technology, Xometry offers efficient pricing and sourcing of high-quality parts, thereby facilitating domestic manufacturing. Its clientele includes notable organizations like Toyota, NASA, Caterpillar, and Medtronic. The company also maintains a strategic partnership with Roush Yates Manufacturing Solutions.

Mobalytics

Series A in 2020
Mobalytics is an eSports company focused on enhancing the performance of competitive gamers through advanced analytics. The company has developed a platform that utilizes in-game data from various gaming APIs, processed via machine learning algorithms, to deliver personalized insights to players. This system, known as the Gamer Performance Index (GPI), provides users with tailored advice on improving their gameplay, while also helping them identify their strengths and weaknesses. By offering these analytical tools, Mobalytics aims to create a more effective way for gamers to analyze their performance and elevate their skills in competitive environments.

DMarket

Venture Round in 2020
DMarket is a platform that facilitates the secure buying, selling, and trading of in-game items, aiming to enhance player engagement and revenue for game developers. By tapping into the multi-billion-dollar skins economy, DMarket allows approximately 2.5 billion gamers to exchange virtual items across various titles and platforms, enabling them to monetize their gameplay experiences. The platform leverages distributed ledger technology to ensure transparent and secure transactions, processing operations in real-time through machine learning algorithms and AI-based predictions for pricing, demand, and availability. With operational offices in Los Angeles, London, and Kyiv, DMarket has successfully raised $19 million from the global gaming community. The company collaborates with notable partners such as Xsolla, Unity, and GSC Game World, fostering a virtual economy where developers, players, and brands can co-create content and generate profits while enjoying diverse gaming experiences.

Refurbed

Series A in 2020
Refurbed GmbH is an online marketplace based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in the sale of refurbished electronic goods. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on offering a wide range of products, including smartphones, laptops, tablets, televisions, and kitchen appliances, all at prices up to 40% lower than new items. Refurbed's products undergo a comprehensive 40-step refurbishment process, ensuring they look and function like new. Each device comes with a minimum 12-month guarantee, highlighting the company's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. By promoting the purchase of refurbished products, Refurbed not only helps consumers save money but also supports environmentally sustainable practices in the electronics market.

Refurbed

Series A in 2020
Refurbed GmbH is an online marketplace based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in the sale of refurbished electronic goods. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on offering a wide range of products, including smartphones, laptops, tablets, televisions, and kitchen appliances, all at prices up to 40% lower than new items. Refurbed's products undergo a comprehensive 40-step refurbishment process, ensuring they look and function like new. Each device comes with a minimum 12-month guarantee, highlighting the company's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. By promoting the purchase of refurbished products, Refurbed not only helps consumers save money but also supports environmentally sustainable practices in the electronics market.

Xometry

Series D in 2019
Xometry Inc. is a provider of on-demand manufacturing services, specializing in 3D printing technologies and CNC machining. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland, the company operates an online marketplace that connects customers with a network of machine shops and custom manufacturers. Xometry’s capabilities include rapid prototyping, volume production, mechanical assembly, and various machining services, such as screw machining, selective laser sintering, and fused deposition modeling. By leveraging proprietary technology, Xometry offers efficient pricing and sourcing of high-quality parts, thereby facilitating domestic manufacturing. Its clientele includes notable organizations like Toyota, NASA, Caterpillar, and Medtronic. The company also maintains a strategic partnership with Roush Yates Manufacturing Solutions.

ZEDEDA

Series A in 2019
ZEDEDA specializes in edge virtualization software that enhances visibility, control, and security for IoT edge applications and networks. The company's cloud-native platform enables organizations to monitor and manage real-time edge applications across various hardware configurations, facilitating deployment and integration with any cloud or on-premises systems. This approach allows businesses to maintain complete control over their edge data while avoiding vendor lock-in. ZEDEDA offers solutions such as Edge Quick Connect for Azure IoT Edge, which assists customers in managing and securing their IoT deployments. The company's technology finds applications in sectors including renewable energy, oil and gas automation, and industrial automation. Founded in 2016, ZEDEDA is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with additional offices in Bengaluru and Pune, India.

Esperanto Technologies

Series B in 2018
Esperanto Technologies Inc. specializes in developing energy-efficient computing solutions utilizing the open standard RISC-V instruction set architecture (ISA). Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, with additional offices in Austin, Texas; Portland, Oregon; and Barcelona, Spain, the company focuses on addressing the demands of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and deep learning applications. By leveraging the RISC-V ISA, Esperanto aims to provide high-performance solutions that meet the needs of computationally intensive workloads while promoting flexibility and scalability. The founding team, with extensive experience in processor design and architecture, is committed to driving innovation in computing by offering clean-sheet solutions that avoid the limitations of legacy systems.

Xometry

Series C in 2018
Xometry Inc. is a provider of on-demand manufacturing services, specializing in 3D printing technologies and CNC machining. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland, the company operates an online marketplace that connects customers with a network of machine shops and custom manufacturers. Xometry’s capabilities include rapid prototyping, volume production, mechanical assembly, and various machining services, such as screw machining, selective laser sintering, and fused deposition modeling. By leveraging proprietary technology, Xometry offers efficient pricing and sourcing of high-quality parts, thereby facilitating domestic manufacturing. Its clientele includes notable organizations like Toyota, NASA, Caterpillar, and Medtronic. The company also maintains a strategic partnership with Roush Yates Manufacturing Solutions.

GridGain

Series B in 2018
GridGain Systems, Inc. offers multiple GridGain in-memory computing platform editions, support services, consulting services, and management tools for financial services, fintech, software, online business services, telecommunications, logistics and transportation, healthcare, and the Internet of Things industries in the United States and internationally. It offers GridGain Enterprise Edition, a data center replication, enterprise-grade security, and rolling upgrade solution; GridGain Community Edition, an open source in-memory computing platform; and GridGain Ultimate Edition, a solution for users that plan to use GridGain as an in-memory database. GridGain Systems, Inc. has a strategic partnership with Tech Mahindra. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in Foster City, California.

ZEDEDA

Seed Round in 2018
ZEDEDA specializes in edge virtualization software that enhances visibility, control, and security for IoT edge applications and networks. The company's cloud-native platform enables organizations to monitor and manage real-time edge applications across various hardware configurations, facilitating deployment and integration with any cloud or on-premises systems. This approach allows businesses to maintain complete control over their edge data while avoiding vendor lock-in. ZEDEDA offers solutions such as Edge Quick Connect for Azure IoT Edge, which assists customers in managing and securing their IoT deployments. The company's technology finds applications in sectors including renewable energy, oil and gas automation, and industrial automation. Founded in 2016, ZEDEDA is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with additional offices in Bengaluru and Pune, India.

Petcube

Series A in 2017
Petcube is a worldwide leader in connected pet cameras and software. With products like Petcube Play, Petcube Bites, and Petcube Care, Petcube connects pets to the internet, understands them through machine learning, and provides a platform with curated pet products and services.

Xometry

Series B in 2017
Xometry Inc. is a provider of on-demand manufacturing services, specializing in 3D printing technologies and CNC machining. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland, the company operates an online marketplace that connects customers with a network of machine shops and custom manufacturers. Xometry’s capabilities include rapid prototyping, volume production, mechanical assembly, and various machining services, such as screw machining, selective laser sintering, and fused deposition modeling. By leveraging proprietary technology, Xometry offers efficient pricing and sourcing of high-quality parts, thereby facilitating domestic manufacturing. Its clientele includes notable organizations like Toyota, NASA, Caterpillar, and Medtronic. The company also maintains a strategic partnership with Roush Yates Manufacturing Solutions.

FinalPrice

Venture Round in 2017
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NFWare

Seed Round in 2017
At NFWare, we develop super-fast virtualized IP routing solutions for Service Providers, Operators and Data Centers. Groundbreaking virtualisation technology and proven multi-core packet-processing algorithms allow NFWare products to create high-performance infrastructure with the flexibility and agility of software and carrier-grade capabilities only normally seen on hardware. We’re helping companies build the world’s next generation of networks.

Hyperkey

Convertible Note in 2017
Hyperkey, Inc. operates a digital library application that focuses on human expressions for visual content development. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, the company has created a unique platform that allows users to generate and share GIFs and stickers through popular communication platforms, including iMessage, WhatsApp, and Facebook. This platform enables users to express their emotions and thoughts in chat conversations, making these visual expressions discoverable to a wider audience. Hyperkey's keyboard and iMessage extension facilitate the sharing of feelings, allowing users to compile public collections of their creations, which can be easily accessed and utilized by others. The platform emphasizes privacy and supports multiple languages, catering to social media enthusiasts who seek an engaging and secure way to communicate visually.

Vezet Group

Venture Round in 2017
Vezet Group is the largest ride hailing company in Russia. Established after the merger of two leading services, Taxi Saturn and RuTaxi, it operates in 100+ cities in Russia and CIS. Vezet Group operates the omni-channel model, providing riders the opportunity to request a ride both with the app or with a short phone call.

Mobalytics

Seed Round in 2016
Mobalytics is an eSports company focused on enhancing the performance of competitive gamers through advanced analytics. The company has developed a platform that utilizes in-game data from various gaming APIs, processed via machine learning algorithms, to deliver personalized insights to players. This system, known as the Gamer Performance Index (GPI), provides users with tailored advice on improving their gameplay, while also helping them identify their strengths and weaknesses. By offering these analytical tools, Mobalytics aims to create a more effective way for gamers to analyze their performance and elevate their skills in competitive environments.

Fasten

Series A in 2016
Fasten is a mobile-based ride-hailing platform designed to offer a seamless cab booking experience by treating drivers well. The app lets its users to book cabs and at the same time see how much they're paying for the ride in realtime, providing them with a transparent and cost-efficient cab service. Fasten started in 2013 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.

MakeTime

Series A in 2016
MakeTime Inc. operates an online platform designed to connect purchasers looking for CNC machining services with suppliers that have available capacity. Founded in 2014 and based in Lexington, Kentucky, the company efficiently aggregates unused CNC machine time from qualified machine shops across the United States. Users can upload their parts, select the necessary components, and the platform matches these needs with the appropriate suppliers in its network. The software provides real-time tracking of production from order placement to delivery, facilitating a transparent and streamlined process. The acquisition of MakeTime by Xometry Inc. in 2018 further enhanced its capabilities in the manufacturing sector, aiming to simplify CNC machining and address common challenges such as capacity shortages and pricing complexities.

Dabbl

Series A in 2016
Dabbl operates an online consumer engagement platform that facilitates direct connections between brands and consumers. By utilizing Dabbl's digital properties, users can participate in interactive experiences that allow them to share their thoughts and opinions. The platform enables consumers to earn rewards, such as gift cards, for their engagement, while brands benefit from valuable customer feedback. Dabbl's self-service applications empower marketers to build transparent and authentic relationships with their audience, tapping into the significant market for consumer attention. This approach not only enhances brand loyalty but also ensures that consumer voices are heard and valued.

GridGain

Series B in 2016
GridGain Systems, Inc. offers multiple GridGain in-memory computing platform editions, support services, consulting services, and management tools for financial services, fintech, software, online business services, telecommunications, logistics and transportation, healthcare, and the Internet of Things industries in the United States and internationally. It offers GridGain Enterprise Edition, a data center replication, enterprise-grade security, and rolling upgrade solution; GridGain Community Edition, an open source in-memory computing platform; and GridGain Ultimate Edition, a solution for users that plan to use GridGain as an in-memory database. GridGain Systems, Inc. has a strategic partnership with Tech Mahindra. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in Foster City, California.

Petcube

Seed Round in 2016
Petcube is a worldwide leader in connected pet cameras and software. With products like Petcube Play, Petcube Bites, and Petcube Care, Petcube connects pets to the internet, understands them through machine learning, and provides a platform with curated pet products and services.

HOVER

Series A in 2015
HOVER Inc. is a technology company that specializes in creating home measurement applications that generate interactive 3D models of properties. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, HOVER's platform allows users, including contractors and insurance professionals, to convert smartphone photos into accurate, photo-realistic 3D models. This technology facilitates exterior measurements and assists in producing estimates and appraisals for home improvement and insurance claims. By delivering detailed property data, HOVER enhances the home improvement experience, enabling homeowners to visualize projects, receive accurate estimates, and streamline insurance processes. The company also maintains a strategic partnership with SRS Distribution Inc. to further extend its reach in the market.

2can

Venture Round in 2015
2can (ZAO Smartfin) mobile terminal is the Russian equivalent of the U.S. Square service; this is a special application for smartphones (based on iOS and Android platform ) and a card reader, which turns a smartphone into a terminal for accepting Visa and MasterCard payment cards. 2can is a Russian startup created specifically for the development, implementation and operation of the payment service via smartphones. 2can Service was launched on the Russian market at the end of September 2012 and became the first Russian mobile acquiring service to comply with the relevant security requirements for card payments imposed by Visa and MasterCard international payment systems. 2can is the first Russian mPOS-service that sertified dual card reader (EMV+Magstripe) with VisaReady and PCI-DSS.

iboxPro

Series A in 2015
In 2015 ibox merged with 2can ( SME mPOS provider in Russia ) Besides of mPOS, they have products and services that provide us additional income sources. 1. Payments — the all-in-one mobile payment and Point of Sale (POS) solution enable SMEs to process payments cost-effectively from E-wallets & Messengers. 2. Software as a Service (SaaS) — a platform for SME, merchants can drive business via a centralized SaaS toolkit. 3. Financial products — short term cash advances and short term loans to select merchants provided from their financial partners.

Hyperkey

Convertible Note in 2015
Hyperkey, Inc. operates a digital library application that focuses on human expressions for visual content development. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, the company has created a unique platform that allows users to generate and share GIFs and stickers through popular communication platforms, including iMessage, WhatsApp, and Facebook. This platform enables users to express their emotions and thoughts in chat conversations, making these visual expressions discoverable to a wider audience. Hyperkey's keyboard and iMessage extension facilitate the sharing of feelings, allowing users to compile public collections of their creations, which can be easily accessed and utilized by others. The platform emphasizes privacy and supports multiple languages, catering to social media enthusiasts who seek an engaging and secure way to communicate visually.

NFWare

Convertible Note in 2015
At NFWare, we develop super-fast virtualized IP routing solutions for Service Providers, Operators and Data Centers. Groundbreaking virtualisation technology and proven multi-core packet-processing algorithms allow NFWare products to create high-performance infrastructure with the flexibility and agility of software and carrier-grade capabilities only normally seen on hardware. We’re helping companies build the world’s next generation of networks.

CarPrice

Series B in 2015
CarPrice is an online platform based in Russia that specializes in the auction of second-hand cars. It offers sellers instant online valuations and connects them with a network of over 4,000 dealers who participate in competitive bidding. The auction process typically lasts around 30 minutes, allowing dealers to determine the best price for vehicles. CarPrice has rapidly established itself as a leading player in the Russian used car market, ranking among the top three sellers within its first year of operation. The company operates from more than 20 locations, including major cities like Moscow and St. Petersburg. Despite a challenging economic environment that saw a significant decline in new car sales, CarPrice has continued to grow, aiming to increase its monthly auction volume from 4,000 to 10,000. The platform's services not only streamline the selling process but also help buyers access fair market prices for used vehicles.

Sensity Systems

Venture Round in 2015
Sensity Systems capitalizes on conversions to LED lighting—a process that will affect 4 billion lights worldwide over the next few years—to create a high-speed, sensor-based, multiservice, open networking platform known as a Light Sensory Network (LSN). LSNs help lighting owners improve lighting control and energy efficiency, as well as business processes that go well beyond lighting. By embedding networking technology and sensors within LED luminaires themselves, Sensity uses energy-efficient LED lighting as the foundation for its turnkey NetSense platform, the first Light Sensory Network implementation. By working closely with developers of software applications and services that run on the NetSense platform, Sensity enables facility and municipal lighting owners to link energy efficiency and cost savings to the improvement of business goals as diverse as public safety, parking control, asset management, and retail analytics. Sensity is the first company that has assembled all the relevant technology expertise, process integration know-how, and strong partnerships required to make the Light Sensory Network a reality. Privately held Sensity Systems, founded in 2010 and previously known as Xeralux Inc., is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. The company’s global customers include Fortune 500 businesses, commercial and industrial property owners, retail facilities, municipal and regional agencies, universities, school districts, hospitals, transportation authorities, warehousing and distribution facilities, and horticulture operations.

Cinarra

Series B in 2015
Cinarra Systems Pte. Ltd., incorporated in 2012 and based in Singapore, specializes in developing analytics software that processes extensive operator data to generate real-time insights. The company's platform utilizes deterministic carrier data to offer advanced targeting and analytics, which help brands and carriers enhance revenue and results. Cinarra's technology unlocks the value of data within mobile operator infrastructure and facilitates monetization through a mediation platform that supports cross-industry integration. By collaborating with mobile network operators, Cinarra enables clients to tap into new revenue streams, addressing the evolving demands of an increasingly mobile society.

MakeTime

Series A in 2015
MakeTime Inc. operates an online platform designed to connect purchasers looking for CNC machining services with suppliers that have available capacity. Founded in 2014 and based in Lexington, Kentucky, the company efficiently aggregates unused CNC machine time from qualified machine shops across the United States. Users can upload their parts, select the necessary components, and the platform matches these needs with the appropriate suppliers in its network. The software provides real-time tracking of production from order placement to delivery, facilitating a transparent and streamlined process. The acquisition of MakeTime by Xometry Inc. in 2018 further enhanced its capabilities in the manufacturing sector, aiming to simplify CNC machining and address common challenges such as capacity shortages and pricing complexities.

Petcube

Seed Round in 2015
Petcube is a worldwide leader in connected pet cameras and software. With products like Petcube Play, Petcube Bites, and Petcube Care, Petcube connects pets to the internet, understands them through machine learning, and provides a platform with curated pet products and services.

Appscotch

Seed Round in 2015
AppScotch, Inc. develops Try-before-install, an application marketing/advertisement platform. It enables users to drive application engagement across various mobile devices. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in California. As of March 14, 2016, AppScotch, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of App Annie Inc..

RoboCV

Series A in 2015
RoboCV is a company based in Moscow, Russia, specializing in intelligent autopilot systems for the logistics sector. Its flagship product, RoboCV X-MOTION NG, is a multifunctional system designed to automate the movement of pallet goods within warehouses. This system includes an electric pallet truck paired with the RoboCV AUTOPILOT, allowing for offline operation without a driver. The technology supports various logistical operations such as accepting goods, shipping, cross-docking, and order picking. RoboCV primarily serves warehouse operators, retail companies, and other businesses engaged in warehousing, aiming to enhance efficiency by replacing manual labor in routine tasks. Founded in 2012, RoboCV is focused on promoting the adoption of automated navigation systems to improve intra-warehouse logistics and facilitate the use of autonomous devices in transport.

NFWare

Seed Round in 2015
At NFWare, we develop super-fast virtualized IP routing solutions for Service Providers, Operators and Data Centers. Groundbreaking virtualisation technology and proven multi-core packet-processing algorithms allow NFWare products to create high-performance infrastructure with the flexibility and agility of software and carrier-grade capabilities only normally seen on hardware. We’re helping companies build the world’s next generation of networks.

Sensity Systems

Series B in 2014
Sensity Systems capitalizes on conversions to LED lighting—a process that will affect 4 billion lights worldwide over the next few years—to create a high-speed, sensor-based, multiservice, open networking platform known as a Light Sensory Network (LSN). LSNs help lighting owners improve lighting control and energy efficiency, as well as business processes that go well beyond lighting. By embedding networking technology and sensors within LED luminaires themselves, Sensity uses energy-efficient LED lighting as the foundation for its turnkey NetSense platform, the first Light Sensory Network implementation. By working closely with developers of software applications and services that run on the NetSense platform, Sensity enables facility and municipal lighting owners to link energy efficiency and cost savings to the improvement of business goals as diverse as public safety, parking control, asset management, and retail analytics. Sensity is the first company that has assembled all the relevant technology expertise, process integration know-how, and strong partnerships required to make the Light Sensory Network a reality. Privately held Sensity Systems, founded in 2010 and previously known as Xeralux Inc., is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. The company’s global customers include Fortune 500 businesses, commercial and industrial property owners, retail facilities, municipal and regional agencies, universities, school districts, hospitals, transportation authorities, warehousing and distribution facilities, and horticulture operations.

Carprice

Seed Round in 2014
Car Price is a Motor vehicle company.

Acumatica

Series D in 2014
Acumatica, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based business management software designed for small and mid-sized enterprises. The company offers a comprehensive suite of integrated applications, including Financial Management, Distribution Management, Project Accounting, and Customer Management, all built on a flexible cloud platform. These solutions help businesses manage essential functions such as financial reporting, inventory control, project budgeting, and customer relationship management. Acumatica also provides a development platform that allows software developers to create and customize applications for the cloud. The company serves various industries, including wholesale distribution, manufacturing, retail, and professional services, and offers support services such as training, consulting, and implementation. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, Acumatica has expanded its presence with additional offices in locations like Moscow and Singapore.

Content Analytics

Series A in 2014
Content Analytics, Inc. is a digital analytics and content management platform focused on optimizing e-commerce for brands and retailers. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, the company provides a comprehensive suite of services, including cloud storage, content syndication, and various analytics tools that track content health, online rankings, and pricing intelligence. Utilizing data crawler technology, Content Analytics collects and analyzes e-commerce data to deliver insights that help brands navigate the competitive landscape of over one billion online SKUs. The platform enables businesses to manage content efficiently, enhance product visibility, and ultimately drive sales growth. As of 2019, Content Analytics operates as a subsidiary of Syndigo LLC.

GoodData

Series E in 2014
GoodData provides the platform and expertise for enterprises to create Smart Business Applications that harness your existing data to help you automate, recommend and take better business actions faster and with more reliability. They drive competitive value, performance, and profit by significantly enhancing the data-driven business processes across the enterprise and its business ecosystem by bringing analytics to the point-of-work. Their clients include enterprises like Penton that need to deliver revenue-generating data products to their clients and software companies like Zendesk that market their own Smart Business Applications using GoodData. It was founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, California.

KaChing!

Seed Round in 2014
KaChing! is a revolutionary mobile marketing platform that integrates seamlessly with almost any Point of Sale system to enable fast and secure redemption of mobile coupons. For CPG brands and grocery retailers, we are solving the age-old problems of coupon fraud and manual processing, and using rich datasets to enable targeting of the right coupon to the right consumer at the right time. Best of all, KaChing! is free for retailers and requires no new hardware or modifications to POS software. Currently in private beta at select retail stores in the San Francisco Bay Area, KaChing! is launching in 2014 with several west coast supermarket chains.

StarWind

Series B in 2014
StarWind is a pioneer of hyperconvergence and storage virtualization. They provide a unique blend of simplicity, performance, and affordability, yet with the ultimate in flexibility. Being a leader in low-entry hyperconverged appliances, StarWind also offer software-only or storage appliance variants of its product, therefore being able to adapt to any organizations data center be that entry-level or large enterprise. With all products being designed around a core fundamental of simplicity, performance, and full-features at low cost, StarWind is recognized by analysts and customers worldwide as a true leader in the virtualization marketplace.

2can

Series B in 2014
2can (ZAO Smartfin) mobile terminal is the Russian equivalent of the U.S. Square service; this is a special application for smartphones (based on iOS and Android platform ) and a card reader, which turns a smartphone into a terminal for accepting Visa and MasterCard payment cards. 2can is a Russian startup created specifically for the development, implementation and operation of the payment service via smartphones. 2can Service was launched on the Russian market at the end of September 2012 and became the first Russian mobile acquiring service to comply with the relevant security requirements for card payments imposed by Visa and MasterCard international payment systems. 2can is the first Russian mPOS-service that sertified dual card reader (EMV+Magstripe) with VisaReady and PCI-DSS.

If You Can

Series A in 2014
If You Can Company, founded in 2012 and based in San Mateo, California, specializes in developing educational games aimed at enhancing children's intelligence and social-emotional skills. Among its notable products is IF, an adventure game designed to improve cognitive abilities, and SEL, a tool focused on social and emotional learning for educational settings. The company also offers a dashboard for parents and educators that allows them to monitor children's progress through age-appropriate lessons, emphasizing skills such as emotional regulation and empathy.

YaClass

Venture Round in 2014
YaClass is an online education platform tailored for K12 schools, aimed at enhancing the learning experience for students while alleviating the administrative burden on teachers. The platform provides efficient and engaging e-learning solutions across various subjects, enabling educators to automatically assess student tests and generate shareable reports for parents and school administrators. By streamlining routine tasks, YaClass allows teachers to focus more on instruction and student engagement, ultimately leading to improved educational outcomes. The primary users of the platform are students and teachers, who benefit from its innovative tools designed to support school education.

Nival

Series A in 2013
Nival Group is an independent game developer based in Moscow, Russia, specializing in strategy and role-playing games for personal computers. Founded in 1996 by Sergey Orlovskiy, the company has established a reputation for innovation within traditional gaming genres. Nival began self-publishing its games in 2005 and has produced several successful titles, including the best-selling Heroes of Might and Magic V, Blitzkrieg, Silent Storm, and Etherlords series. The company's current projects include Blitzkrieg 3, a World War II real-time strategy game, the award-winning MOBA Prime World, and the collectible tower defense game Defenders 2. Nival operates multiple development studios located in Limassol, Cyprus, St. Petersburg, and Minsk, employing over a hundred professionals dedicated to enhancing the gaming experience through diverse gameplay and distinctive art styles.

Acumatica

Series C in 2013
Acumatica, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based business management software designed for small and mid-sized enterprises. The company offers a comprehensive suite of integrated applications, including Financial Management, Distribution Management, Project Accounting, and Customer Management, all built on a flexible cloud platform. These solutions help businesses manage essential functions such as financial reporting, inventory control, project budgeting, and customer relationship management. Acumatica also provides a development platform that allows software developers to create and customize applications for the cloud. The company serves various industries, including wholesale distribution, manufacturing, retail, and professional services, and offers support services such as training, consulting, and implementation. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, Acumatica has expanded its presence with additional offices in locations like Moscow and Singapore.

Cinarra

Seed Round in 2013
Cinarra Systems Pte. Ltd., incorporated in 2012 and based in Singapore, specializes in developing analytics software that processes extensive operator data to generate real-time insights. The company's platform utilizes deterministic carrier data to offer advanced targeting and analytics, which help brands and carriers enhance revenue and results. Cinarra's technology unlocks the value of data within mobile operator infrastructure and facilitates monetization through a mediation platform that supports cross-industry integration. By collaborating with mobile network operators, Cinarra enables clients to tap into new revenue streams, addressing the evolving demands of an increasingly mobile society.

Jelastic

Series B in 2013
Jelastic is a DevOps PaaS and CaaS for business that can be deployed on bare metal hardware or any IaaS. The platform provides certified containers for Java, PHP, Ruby, Node.js, Python and .NET and the ability to use custom Docker containers. Jelastic offers agile deployment models without coding to proprietary APIs, flexible automatic scaling for stateless and stateful applications, collaboration, access control, monitoring, backup and disaster recovery, built-in billing and business analytics tools, while driving down TCO with high density and hardware utilization.

GridGain

Series A in 2013
GridGain Systems, Inc. offers multiple GridGain in-memory computing platform editions, support services, consulting services, and management tools for financial services, fintech, software, online business services, telecommunications, logistics and transportation, healthcare, and the Internet of Things industries in the United States and internationally. It offers GridGain Enterprise Edition, a data center replication, enterprise-grade security, and rolling upgrade solution; GridGain Community Edition, an open source in-memory computing platform; and GridGain Ultimate Edition, a solution for users that plan to use GridGain as an in-memory database. GridGain Systems, Inc. has a strategic partnership with Tech Mahindra. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in Foster City, California.

Plesk

Venture Round in 2013
Plesk is a WebOps platform that specializes in managing, automating, and scaling applications, websites, and hosting businesses. It provides users with the tools to create cloud-based web applications and websites tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) while ensuring automatic security for these digital assets. The platform offers various solutions, including shared hosting, WordPress management, and infrastructure designed for service providers and developers. Headquartered in Switzerland, Plesk operates six global offices in locations such as Toronto, Cologne, Barcelona, Tokyo, and Novosibirsk.

Parallels

Funding Round in 2013
Parallels develops cross-platform virtualization and automation solutions which allow users to access applications, files, and computers in one place on any device or operating system. It offers businesses and individuals with solutions built for Mac, Windows, iOS, AndroidTM, and the cloud. The company’s products include Parallels Desktop for Mac, Parallels Desktop for Mac Business Edition, Parallels 2X Remote Application Server (2X RAS), Parallels Access, Parallels Transporter, and Parallels Mac Management for Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM). Parallels was founded in 2000 and is based in Renton, Washington.

Odin

Venture Round in 2013
Odin provides the software that powers the cloud ecosystem, from small and local hosters to some of the world’s largest telecommunication companies. By partnering with Odin, service providers gain access to industry expertise, a catalog of the most in-demand cloud applications, and the most comprehensive selection of software including web server management, server virtualization, provisioning, and billing automation.

HOVER

Seed Round in 2012
HOVER Inc. is a technology company that specializes in creating home measurement applications that generate interactive 3D models of properties. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, HOVER's platform allows users, including contractors and insurance professionals, to convert smartphone photos into accurate, photo-realistic 3D models. This technology facilitates exterior measurements and assists in producing estimates and appraisals for home improvement and insurance claims. By delivering detailed property data, HOVER enhances the home improvement experience, enabling homeowners to visualize projects, receive accurate estimates, and streamline insurance processes. The company also maintains a strategic partnership with SRS Distribution Inc. to further extend its reach in the market.

2can

Series A in 2012
2can (ZAO Smartfin) mobile terminal is the Russian equivalent of the U.S. Square service; this is a special application for smartphones (based on iOS and Android platform ) and a card reader, which turns a smartphone into a terminal for accepting Visa and MasterCard payment cards. 2can is a Russian startup created specifically for the development, implementation and operation of the payment service via smartphones. 2can Service was launched on the Russian market at the end of September 2012 and became the first Russian mobile acquiring service to comply with the relevant security requirements for card payments imposed by Visa and MasterCard international payment systems. 2can is the first Russian mPOS-service that sertified dual card reader (EMV+Magstripe) with VisaReady and PCI-DSS.

Pruffi

Series A in 2012
PRUFFI. Hunting Agency focused on researching and recruiting the best IT-specialists in the Runet companies. Our clients are media, digital and advertising agencies and the big internet companies here in Russia: Condenast, Groupon-Russia, Mail.ru Group, Rambler Afisha, Badoo, RuTube and others.

Jelastic

Series A in 2012
Jelastic is a DevOps PaaS and CaaS for business that can be deployed on bare metal hardware or any IaaS. The platform provides certified containers for Java, PHP, Ruby, Node.js, Python and .NET and the ability to use custom Docker containers. Jelastic offers agile deployment models without coding to proprietary APIs, flexible automatic scaling for stateless and stateful applications, collaboration, access control, monitoring, backup and disaster recovery, built-in billing and business analytics tools, while driving down TCO with high density and hardware utilization.

Travelmenu

Series B in 2012
Travelmenu is a leading online travel company in Russia and Ukraine, catering to various market segments including travel agencies, corporate clients, and individual consumers. The company stands out in the industry with its extensive product offering, featuring access to 250,000 hotels and 500 airlines, surpassing local competitors. Travelmenu achieves this through advanced technology, utilizing Amadeus and XML API connectivity to integrate with third-party services, thereby enhancing its service delivery and reach in the travel market.

nScaled

Series A in 2012
nScaled provides hybrid cloud infrastructure as a service (IaaS) for the enterprise. They serve customers with highly confidential data and zero tolerance for system downtime or data loss. Their unique Hybrid Cloud architecture gives customers maximum flexibility and dependability; their services agreement is the strongest, most customer-centric available; and our 24x7 customer support is unmatched in expertise and responsiveness. nScaled offers customers multiple cloud solutions, including primary application hosting, disaster recovery, and test/dev. All services take advantage of their global network of Remote Cloud data centers plus their on-premises Local Cloud Appliance, all managed as one secure, seamless infrastructure. The company is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in London.

Vyatta

Series D in 2011
Vyatta, Inc. specializes in network routing and security software, offering both software solutions and hardware appliances. Its products are designed to enhance network performance on Intel and AMD hardware and are compatible with popular virtual environments such as VMware, Xen, and Hyper-V. The company's software platform includes features for routing, firewalling, intrusion prevention, antivirus protection, and WAN load balancing. Vyatta also provides an array of services, including documentation, training, technical support, network architecture design, and implementation planning. Serving clients in service provider, government, and educational sectors, Vyatta distributes its products through a network of resellers and online channels across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific. Established in 2005 and headquartered in Belmont, California, the company has formed strategic partnerships with several technology firms, enhancing its market reach and product offerings.

AlterGeo

Venture Round in 2011
Founded in 2008, AlterGeo (formerly known as Wi2Geo) develops a hybrid positioning system which combines the advantages of navigation based on WiFi, WiMAX, GSM, GPS, CDMA, IP and several other methods, and is an author of Russia's leading cross-platform location-based social networking service AlterGeo. In November 2012, the company released in Russia an intelligent restaurant recommendation guide, Gvidi launched in the US in July 2013. AlterGeo has already been recognized internationally. In January 2013, the company won The Europas as the Best Russian Startup and was shortlisted for the Best Transport, Travel or Environmental Startup there. In 2012, AlterGeo was given the Bully Award, named finalist of Red Herring Top 100 Global and Europe, and included in Informilo's list of Russia's Top 25 Hottest Tech Companies. Products * The company's technological platform positions 30M+ devices and serves 170M+ locations on a daily basis. It includes back-end positioning algorithms, data of 110M+ unique WiFi and other radio signals spots and stations across the world, API for partners, and SDK's for all major mobile platforms, including iOS, Android, Symbian, Windows Phone 7, and Mac OS. * The social network, AlterGeo (http://altergeo.ru), helps navigate in and around cities. It provides an easy way to find new interesting places around, share current location with friends, give and receive useful recommendations, and get discounts and bonuses in restaurants and other recreational and business venues. AlterGeo is available at http://altergeo.ru and its mobile version http://m.altergeo.ru, as well as through free mobile applications for iOS, Android, Windows Phone 7 and Bada. Currently AlterGeo enjoys the audience of 1M+ users, mostly in Russia and Ukraine. * The mobile recommendations service, Gvidi (http://gvidi.me), studies its users' private preferences and social graph in order to give them highly personalized recommendations about certain surrounding cafes, bars and restaurants.

Flirtic OÜ

Venture Round in 2011
Flirtic OÜ is an online social network based in Tallinn, Estonia, focused on facilitating flirting and dating for individuals with shared interests. Established in 2011, the platform enhances user interaction by integrating features typical of social networks, such as messaging, wall posting, and likes, alongside engaging games and quizzes designed to foster connections. Flirtic distinguishes itself by addressing common challenges in online dating, such as incomplete profiles, by employing interactive quizzes that automatically enhance user profiles. Rather than relying on traditional search methods, the platform utilizes dynamic activity feeds to suggest relevant matches, promoting a more engaging and enjoyable dating experience. Operating on a freemium model, Flirtic offers users the option to pay for increased visibility, personal benefits, and access to exclusive content.

Travelmenu

Series A in 2011
Travelmenu is a leading online travel company in Russia and Ukraine, catering to various market segments including travel agencies, corporate clients, and individual consumers. The company stands out in the industry with its extensive product offering, featuring access to 250,000 hotels and 500 airlines, surpassing local competitors. Travelmenu achieves this through advanced technology, utilizing Amadeus and XML API connectivity to integrate with third-party services, thereby enhancing its service delivery and reach in the travel market.

Qik

Venture Round in 2011
Online messenger that allows its users to exchange video messages between individuals or within a group

Alawar Entertainment

Venture Round in 2010
Alawar Entertainment Inc. engages in the development, publication, and distribution of casual games. It offers arcade, arkanoid, puzzle and logic, shooter and action, and hidden object games. The company also provides publishing, such as game production and financing, game marketing, and game distribution; distribution, including online distribution, game publishing on CD, and porting games onto other platforms; and advertisement, which includes advertising in games, product placement, and advergaming. Alawar Entertainment offers its products through its online game platforms, and online and CD distributors. The company was founded in 1999 and is based in Lewes, Delaware. Alawar Entertainment Inc. is a former subsidiary of Financial Analyst Investment Holding.

Acumatica

Series A in 2009
Acumatica, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based business management software designed for small and mid-sized enterprises. The company offers a comprehensive suite of integrated applications, including Financial Management, Distribution Management, Project Accounting, and Customer Management, all built on a flexible cloud platform. These solutions help businesses manage essential functions such as financial reporting, inventory control, project budgeting, and customer relationship management. Acumatica also provides a development platform that allows software developers to create and customize applications for the cloud. The company serves various industries, including wholesale distribution, manufacturing, retail, and professional services, and offers support services such as training, consulting, and implementation. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, Acumatica has expanded its presence with additional offices in locations like Moscow and Singapore.

Yandex

Venture Round in 2009
Yandex is a multinational technology company based in Russia, recognized for operating the country's leading search engine and the most visited website. It is one of the largest internet companies in Europe, commanding a significant share of the search market in Russia, where it generated over half of all search traffic as of September 2015. In addition to its core search engine services, Yandex offers a range of internet-related services and operates in several countries, including Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Belarus, and Turkey, contributing to its extensive regional presence.

Parallels

Venture Round in 2009
Parallels develops cross-platform virtualization and automation solutions which allow users to access applications, files, and computers in one place on any device or operating system. It offers businesses and individuals with solutions built for Mac, Windows, iOS, AndroidTM, and the cloud. The company’s products include Parallels Desktop for Mac, Parallels Desktop for Mac Business Edition, Parallels 2X Remote Application Server (2X RAS), Parallels Access, Parallels Transporter, and Parallels Mac Management for Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM). Parallels was founded in 2000 and is based in Renton, Washington.

Alawar Entertainment

Series A in 2007
Alawar Entertainment Inc. engages in the development, publication, and distribution of casual games. It offers arcade, arkanoid, puzzle and logic, shooter and action, and hidden object games. The company also provides publishing, such as game production and financing, game marketing, and game distribution; distribution, including online distribution, game publishing on CD, and porting games onto other platforms; and advertisement, which includes advertising in games, product placement, and advergaming. Alawar Entertainment offers its products through its online game platforms, and online and CD distributors. The company was founded in 1999 and is based in Lewes, Delaware. Alawar Entertainment Inc. is a former subsidiary of Financial Analyst Investment Holding.