Cipio Partners

Cipio Partners is an investment firm based in Munich, Germany, with an additional office in Luxembourg, specializing in secondary direct investments in growth-stage technology companies. Founded in 2003, the firm focuses on late-stage, mature, and middle-market opportunities, primarily within sectors such as software, technology-enabled B2B products and services, digital media, semiconductors, cleantech, and medical technology. Cipio Partners typically invests between €3 million and €10 million per company, targeting businesses with revenues ranging from €10 million to €100 million. The firm seeks significant minority stakes, generally between 10% and 35%, and is open to expanding its ownership through further secondary purchases. Cipio Partners may engage in various transaction structures, including simple cash purchases, earn-outs, and recapitalizations, and is particularly interested in companies based in Europe and Israel.

Werner Dreesbach

Founding Partner

Ansgar Kirchheim

Venture Partner

Hans-Dieter Koch

Managing Partner and Founder

David Kreppel

Principal

Thomas Lenz

Senior Associate

Thomas Lenz

Senior Associate

Nils Matthies

Principal

Gerhard Miller

Venture Partner

Endric Mueller

Senior Associate

Maximilian Schroeck Ph.D

Venture Partner

89 past transactions

Druid

Series C in 2025
Druid is an AI platform that specializes in the development and deployment of intelligent agents and applications designed to streamline business processes and enhance operational efficiency. Since its inception in 2018, Druid has focused on creating a seamless user experience by utilizing advanced Natural Language Processing technology, which allows its AI agents to understand and respond to user intent in a contextual manner. This technology facilitates rich interactions through omnichannel text and voice conversations, connecting employees, customers, and partners with enterprise systems. Druid has built a robust network of over 200 partners and serves more than 300 clients globally, aiming to provide each employee with an intelligent virtual assistant to improve productivity and technology return on investment.

Conceptboard Cloud Service

Venture Round in 2025
Conceptboard is a developer of a visual collaboration platform that enables teams to manage and discuss visually focused projects. The platform offers a centralized hub for content and idea-sharing, allowing users to work on documents, concepts, and ideas through an online whiteboard. It supports cross-functional projects such as product development, design collaboration, and agile project management. Conceptboard includes project management tools and a moderation feature, which allows managers to guide teams through boards, facilitate workshops, meetings, and gather feedback in a visual context. This B2B SaaS product aims to simplify online collaboration and centralize projects, making it accessible with licenses that start at no cost.

Spiideo

Venture Round in 2024
Spiideo AB, founded in 2012 and headquartered in Skanor, Sweden, specializes in innovative sports video solutions aimed at coaches and athletes. The company offers advanced video recording systems that utilize fixed and mobile cameras, featuring automatic recording, AutoFollow, and virtual panorama technology. These systems are designed to simplify video production and analysis for sports organizations, allowing users to capture and analyze gameplay from multiple angles on a single platform. Spiideo's services include cloud-based sharing and live broadcasting capabilities, exemplified by its CloudStudio Anywhere feature, which enables remote game commentary and production. With over 2,000 teams and organizations utilizing its technology, Spiideo serves a diverse clientele that includes prominent sports entities such as the French Football Federation, USL, MLS, NHL, and NBA, as well as various football, rugby, and basketball teams across Europe and North America. The company has also expanded its international presence with offices in the UK, US, China, and Germany.

FintechOS

Series B in 2024
FintechOS is a leader in fintech enablement, dedicated to making financial technology innovation accessible for all companies. Its cloud-based platform simplifies and accelerates the development, servicing, and expansion of financial products and services, enabling businesses to achieve value significantly faster than traditional methods—often within just 12 weeks. By liberating data from core systems, FintechOS allows for the creation of personalized financial solutions and customer experiences at scale. The platform is versatile, integrating seamlessly with existing technologies and connecting to a variety of ecosystems, both financial and non-financial. FintechOS serves a diverse clientele, including major firms like Groupe Société Générale and Admiral Group, as well as innovative companies such as Vibrant and eMag. The company collaborates with a range of partners, from niche consulting agencies to global consulting firms, enhancing its ability to provide tailored solutions that increase return on investment and reduce time-to-market.

Microoled

Series B in 2023
Microoled is a French company specializing in the development and manufacturing of microdisplays for mobile near-to-eye viewing devices. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Grenoble, the company focuses on creating AMOLED displays and optical modules that cater to various sectors, including consumer electronics, medical applications, and security. Microoled's product range encompasses video glasses, head-mounted sports devices, and camera viewfinders, among other professional equipment. By addressing customer needs and anticipating market demands, Microoled aims to enhance user experiences across diverse applications.

Welcome to the Jungle

Series C in 2023
Welcome to the Jungle is a multi-channel media company focused on enhancing the professional lives of individuals. It provides a diverse range of high-quality content, including articles, videos, podcasts, and events, aimed at helping young professionals redefine their relationship with work. The company operates an online job platform that assists employers, particularly in small and medium enterprises, in the recruitment process. This platform features resume screening software to match candidates with appropriate skills, tracks applications, and facilitates onboarding. Additionally, Welcome to the Jungle offers a comprehensive website with over 3,300 detailed company profiles, complete with photos, videos, and statistics, providing valuable insights for job seekers and enabling them to make informed decisions in their job search.

Wire

Series C in 2022
Wire is the most secure collaboration platform, transforming the way businesses communicate at the same speed and with the same impact that our founders disrupted telephony with Skype. Headquartered in Berlin with offices in Switzerland and San Francisco, Wire’s award-winning collaboration and communications platform counts over 1,800 government and enterprise customers worldwide, including EY, Fortum, the German government and four other G7 governments. Recognized for its secure collaboration platform as a leader and high performer by G2 Crowd, IDC, Forrester and Gartner, Wire offers messaging, audio/video conferencing, file-sharing, and external collaboration - all protected by the most advanced end-to-end encryption.

NavVis

Venture Round in 2021
NavVis is a technology company based in Munich, Germany, specializing in indoor spatial intelligence and digital twin solutions. The company offers mobile mapping systems that utilize simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) technology to generate high-quality, survey-grade data quickly and efficiently. Its platform is designed to assist service providers and enterprises in capturing and sharing the built environment as photorealistic digital twins, enabling better operational decisions and increased productivity. NavVis's digital factory solutions facilitate improved business processes and profitability for clients in industries such as surveying, architecture, engineering, construction, and manufacturing. With additional offices in the United States and China, NavVis serves a global customer base, providing tools for accurate 3D mapping and immersive visualization of industrial facilities.

Nuki Home Solutions

Venture Round in 2021
Nuki Home Solutions GmbH specializes in manufacturing smart door locks that enhance access control through GPS and Bluetooth technology. Based in Graz, Austria, the company provides applications for both iOS and Android devices, allowing users to manage their door locks conveniently from their smartphones. Nuki aims to eliminate the need for physical keys by offering innovative solutions, positioning itself as a leading supplier of smart home technologies in Europe. Its flagship product, the Nuki Smart Lock, can be easily installed on the interior of existing door locks and is recognized as Europe’s first Bluetooth Smart Lock with continuous Internet access. This smart lock automatically unlocks when an authorized user approaches and can be locked with a simple button press, ensuring maximum convenience for customers. Nuki operates primarily in the DACH region, France, the UK, BENELUX, Spain, and Italy, while also exploring expansion into additional European markets.

La Ruche qui dit Oui

Venture Round in 2021
La Ruche qui dit Oui is an e-commerce platform that facilitates direct purchasing from local farmers by enabling users to form groups. By eliminating intermediaries in the supply chain, it connects consumers directly with producers, fostering a community-based approach to food sourcing. The platform operates under a cooperative model, where consumers collectively place orders that are fulfilled once a sufficient quantity is reached. With a network of 467 local "hives" across France, La Ruche qui dit Oui promotes sustainable agricultural practices and strengthens local economies by supporting small-scale farmers. This innovative approach combines the convenience of online shopping with the benefits of grassroots social networking, creating a unique marketplace for fresh, locally sourced food.

Brightpearl

Series C in 2020
Brightpearl is a cloud-based retail management platform designed specifically for e-commerce, multichannel retail brands, and wholesalers. The company offers an integrated solution that combines order management, inventory control, customer data, accounting, and reporting in a single system. Its platform automates back-office operations, allowing retailers to efficiently manage their sales and supply chain functions across both online and offline channels. Brightpearl's focus on the retail sector enables it to deliver solutions in half the time of traditional enterprise resource planning systems. By providing real-time accounting and comprehensive inventory management, Brightpearl facilitates seamless operations for today's omnichannel brands, enhancing their ability to serve customers effectively.

BrainsGate

Series F in 2020
BrainsGate, Ltd. is a medical device company based in Caesarea, Israel, specializing in therapies for patients with central nervous system diseases. The company has developed a technology platform that utilizes electrical stimulation of the spheno-palatine ganglion (SPG) to enhance cerebral blood flow. Currently, BrainsGate is focused on treating acute ischemic stroke through its innovative ischemic stroke system, which involves a miniature electrode implanted in the roof of the mouth during a minimally invasive procedure. This method is performed under local anesthesia and is comparable to standard dental treatments. The company has conducted several clinical trials, including a pivotal trial with 300 patients that validated the safety and efficacy of its treatment. BrainsGate is also engaged in a multi-national, randomized study known as ImpACT-24b, aimed at further assessing the effectiveness of its approach within a critical 24-hour window following a stroke.

Microoled

Series A in 2020
Microoled is a French company specializing in the development and manufacturing of microdisplays for mobile near-to-eye viewing devices. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Grenoble, the company focuses on creating AMOLED displays and optical modules that cater to various sectors, including consumer electronics, medical applications, and security. Microoled's product range encompasses video glasses, head-mounted sports devices, and camera viewfinders, among other professional equipment. By addressing customer needs and anticipating market demands, Microoled aims to enhance user experiences across diverse applications.

Whisbi

Venture Round in 2019
Whisbi is a provider of a mobile-first conversational sales and marketing platform tailored for B2C enterprises. Their innovative solution enhances sales conversion and customer engagement by consolidating various communication channels—such as video calls, chat, and voice—into a user-friendly interface. By integrating seamlessly with existing systems, including call centers and physical stores, Whisbi enables businesses to create a cohesive omnichannel experience that boosts online conversion rates. Their platform is supported by a business intelligence engine that ensures the optimal communication channel is utilized for each customer interaction. Whisbi's expertise spans multiple industries, including telecommunications, automotive, travel, and banking, allowing them to offer valuable insights and a robust conversational platform for sales and marketing efforts.

Agorapulse

Venture Round in 2019
AgoraPulse is a Social Media Management platform based in Sarasota, Florida, founded in 2011. It provides software applications designed to help agencies, businesses, and marketers manage their social media activities efficiently. The platform allows users to handle all social media messages, schedule and publish content, identify key influencers, monitor social channels, and generate comprehensive reports through a single, user-friendly dashboard. AgoraPulse's tools are aimed at helping clients grow and engage their audience, measure performance, and optimize their social media presence.

Zappi

Venture Round in 2019
Zappi is a market research company that helps global brands enhance their decision-making processes to foster business growth. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in London, with additional offices in Boston and Cape Town, Zappi leverages artificial intelligence within its software suite to automate market research. By analyzing 1.2 billion historical consumer insights, the platform identifies promising marketing and product ideas, enabling teams to make informed decisions about market fit. Zappi collects multichannel customer data to provide actionable insights that improve creative effectiveness and drive successful innovation. The company's technology allows users to view product innovations and advertising concepts from the consumer's perspective, facilitating better iterations and optimizations. Zappi's workplace culture has been recognized with accolades, including being named Best Place to Work by Quirk's Media and one of the hottest martech companies by Business Insider in 2022.

Vitafy

Venture Round in 2018
Vitafy GmbH is a Munich-based company specializing in online retail of sports nutrition supplements, catering to the muscle building, endurance, and diet sectors. Established in 2011, Vitafy has positioned itself as a key player in the growing healthy living movement by offering a comprehensive range of products, including protein supplements, mass gainers, amino acids, fitness accessories, health snacks, and beverages. The company also provides valuable training and nutrition tips, along with recipes for low-fat and low-carbohydrate dishes, aimed at promoting long-term and sustainable weight management. By focusing exclusively on the online market, Vitafy addresses the needs of fitness enthusiasts seeking to enhance their performance and overall well-being.

Silicon Mobility

Series B in 2018
Silicon Mobility is a technology company based in Valbonne, France, specializing in the design, development, and marketing of fabless semiconductors for various sectors, including automotive, aeronautics, drones, and railways. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on creating flexible and real-time solutions that enhance energy efficiency and minimize pollutant emissions in the automotive industry. Its products are specifically designed to control electric motors, battery systems, and energy management for hybrid and electric vehicles. By leveraging Silicon Mobility's technologies, manufacturers can improve the efficiency and reduce the size, weight, and cost of electric motors, while also extending battery range and durability. The company plays a significant role in accelerating the electrification of powertrains and the advancement of driverless vehicle technologies, contributing to cleaner, safer, and smarter mobility.

Launchmetrics

Venture Round in 2018
Launchmetrics is a marketing and analytics platform that specializes in serving the fashion, luxury, and beauty industries. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in New York, with additional operations in Paris, the company offers a suite of products designed to enhance brand performance and streamline marketing processes. Its offerings include Samples, Events, Contacts, Discover, and Influencers by Launchmetrics, which collectively assist brands in planning product launches and improving media performance. The company has established itself as a trusted technology provider, working with over 1,000 clients, including prominent names like Dior, Fendi, and NET-A-PORTER, as well as partners such as the British Fashion Council and Google. With a presence in eight markets and support in five languages, Launchmetrics aims to empower brands to create impactful and measurable consumer experiences, adapting to the rapidly changing digital landscape. The company was originally known as Fashion GPS, Inc. before rebranding in January 2016.

Brightpearl

Venture Round in 2018
Brightpearl is a cloud-based retail management platform designed specifically for e-commerce, multichannel retail brands, and wholesalers. The company offers an integrated solution that combines order management, inventory control, customer data, accounting, and reporting in a single system. Its platform automates back-office operations, allowing retailers to efficiently manage their sales and supply chain functions across both online and offline channels. Brightpearl's focus on the retail sector enables it to deliver solutions in half the time of traditional enterprise resource planning systems. By providing real-time accounting and comprehensive inventory management, Brightpearl facilitates seamless operations for today's omnichannel brands, enhancing their ability to serve customers effectively.

Blackwood Seven | Part of Kantar Group

Private Equity Round in 2018
Blackwood Seven is a media analytics platform which strives to increase the effect of company’s media spend using our predictive analytics framework built on machine learning and artificial intelligence. Using real-time modelling and advanced KPI prediction we are able to increase a company’s media ROI by up to 15-25%.

EyeEm

Private Equity Round in 2018
EyeEm is a photography company that operates a photo-sharing platform aimed at connecting a global creative community with iconic brands. The platform features a collection of over 90 million images contributed by more than 20 million photographers worldwide. Through its smartphone application, EyeEm allows users to preview, purchase, and share imagery, thereby enhancing visibility and opportunities for both photographers and brands. The company's focus on computer vision technology further supports its mission to facilitate meaningful connections within the creative industry.

B2X

Venture Round in 2018
B2X is a global provider of customer care solutions specifically tailored for manufacturers, insurance providers, mobile network operators, and retailers of electronic devices. The company has developed a Smart Service Platform that integrates a global network of experienced personnel and a reliable operational fulfillment partner network, ensuring high-quality service delivery. B2X's end-to-end technology platform manages all aspects of customer care, from backend repairs, parts, and logistics to consumer-facing services. This comprehensive approach supports consumers throughout their device ownership journey, addressing issues from the moment they receive a device to the logistics and repair processes when problems arise. By optimizing the customer care experience with real-time data, B2X ensures consistency and excellence in service across the entire customer care ecosystem for mobile and Internet of Things devices.

21sportsgroup

Venture Round in 2017
21sportsgroup GmbH is an online retailer specializing in sporting goods for running, cycling, and triathlon enthusiasts, catering to both amateur and professional athletes. Originally established as L&S Lauf- & Sport Shop GmbH, the company is headquartered in Mannheim, Germany, and operates as a subsidiary of The Social Chain AG. 21sportsgroup offers a diverse range of products, including running shoes, bicycles, apparel, and accessories, focusing on outdoor and action sports. By integrating e-commerce with traditional retail, the company effectively bridges the gap between online and offline shopping experiences. All products are available for immediate shipping, ensuring prompt delivery for customers. Founded by Jörg Mayer, 21sportsgroup is committed to serving the needs of athletes across various disciplines.

Falcon.io

Series C in 2017
Falcon.io is a Copenhagen-based company that provides a comprehensive software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform for social media and customer experience management. The platform enables businesses to listen to social media conversations, engage with customers, publish content, and manage customer data, all from a single interface. This functionality allows clients to optimize their digital marketing efforts across various customer touch points. Falcon.io serves a diverse and global clientele that includes notable brands such as Carlsberg, Coca-Cola, and Columbia University, helping them harness the full potential of digital marketing.

Openet

Venture Round in 2017
Openet is a provider of advanced service optimization software tailored for communication and media service providers globally. The company focuses on enabling its clients to manage, monetize, and gain insights into service usage and network resources. Openet's software solutions facilitate the creation of innovative business models, enhance the subscriber experience, and optimize the value derived from network resources. By offering real-time transaction management and consulting services, Openet helps service providers generate new revenue streams and capture a larger share of their customers' digital spending. The company plays a crucial role in assisting operators as they modernize their legacy infrastructures to meet the demands of LTE, cloud computing, and emerging business opportunities.

tyntec

Venture Round in 2017
tyntec GmbH is a cloud communication and API solutions provider that facilitates seamless communication between businesses and their customers, workforce, and machines. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, the company offers a range of messaging products including SMS, one-time passwords, interactive text, and mobile chat APIs. Additionally, tyntec provides voice services and number solutions, such as tt.One, which includes two-way SMS and voice solutions. The company also specializes in operator services, including A2P messaging gateways, SMS firewalls for fraud detection, and inter-carrier messaging. With a presence in London, Dortmund, Singapore, San Francisco, and Dallas, tyntec partners with over 1,200 telecom networks across more than 200 countries, serving over 500 global enterprises. The company's comprehensive communication technology integrates various mobile services into a unified platform, enhancing business communication capabilities.

21sportsgroup

Venture Round in 2016
21sportsgroup GmbH is an online retailer specializing in sporting goods for running, cycling, and triathlon enthusiasts, catering to both amateur and professional athletes. Originally established as L&S Lauf- & Sport Shop GmbH, the company is headquartered in Mannheim, Germany, and operates as a subsidiary of The Social Chain AG. 21sportsgroup offers a diverse range of products, including running shoes, bicycles, apparel, and accessories, focusing on outdoor and action sports. By integrating e-commerce with traditional retail, the company effectively bridges the gap between online and offline shopping experiences. All products are available for immediate shipping, ensuring prompt delivery for customers. Founded by Jörg Mayer, 21sportsgroup is committed to serving the needs of athletes across various disciplines.

Silicon Mobility

Venture Round in 2015
Silicon Mobility is a technology company based in Valbonne, France, specializing in the design, development, and marketing of fabless semiconductors for various sectors, including automotive, aeronautics, drones, and railways. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on creating flexible and real-time solutions that enhance energy efficiency and minimize pollutant emissions in the automotive industry. Its products are specifically designed to control electric motors, battery systems, and energy management for hybrid and electric vehicles. By leveraging Silicon Mobility's technologies, manufacturers can improve the efficiency and reduce the size, weight, and cost of electric motors, while also extending battery range and durability. The company plays a significant role in accelerating the electrification of powertrains and the advancement of driverless vehicle technologies, contributing to cleaner, safer, and smarter mobility.

SafeGuard Global

Venture Round in 2015
SafeGuard Global is a provider of adaptive solutions designed to facilitate global workforce management for organizations. The company specializes in recruitment and hiring services, offering a comprehensive suite that includes payroll and accounting, onboarding, expense management, people analytics, and legal entity setup. By streamlining these processes, SafeGuard Global enables its clients to efficiently manage employees and contractors worldwide. This approach supports organizations in their efforts to grow and succeed in the global economy, ensuring that they can hire and pay workers with ease and efficiency.

MyOptique Group

Venture Round in 2015
MyOptique Group is a leading European retailer specialising in online sales of prescription glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses. Operating under brands such as Glasses Direct, Sunglasses Shop, and MyOptique.com, the company offers over 150 brands and 7,000 styles across its platforms. With a customer-centric approach, it aims to provide superior service and significant savings by eliminating the need for high street intermediaries. The group's sales are predominantly outside the UK market, with more than two-thirds of revenue generated internationally.

Softgarden e-recruiting

Venture Round in 2015
Softgarden is a developer of cloud-based recruitment software that streamlines the hiring process for businesses. The platform allows companies to post job advertisements on their websites and various job boards, enabling candidates to apply online. It facilitates the entire recruitment cycle, from receiving and processing applications to selecting the appropriate candidates. Softgarden also offers tools for tracking applications and assessing candidates, along with analytics features that provide valuable insights into the hiring process. Additionally, it supports employer branding, helping organizations enhance their visibility and appeal to potential applicants.

Onzo

Venture Round in 2014
Onzo, Ltd. specializes in designing energy management systems for residential use. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in London, with an additional office in Denver, the company offers a smart energy kit that includes a sensor, display, and integrated website, enabling consumers to monitor and manage their energy consumption effectively. The display provides users with critical information to help them understand their energy usage, while the ONZO Insights platform allows utility companies to analyze various data dimensions. Onzo's technology aims to empower consumers to reduce energy bills and carbon emissions, while also offering utilities a means to differentiate their services, manage demand, and lower operational costs.

Definiens

Venture Round in 2014
Definiens is a company that specializes in image analysis and data mining solutions tailored for quantitative digital pathology within the life sciences, diagnostic biomarkers, and healthcare sectors. Its software offers detailed insights from whole tissue slides, cell-based assays, and full-body scans, enabling users to correlate this information with data from various sources. By automating analysis workflows, Definiens assists pharmaceutical and biotechnology firms, research institutions, clinical service organizations, and pathologists in generating new knowledge, thereby enhancing decision-making in research, diagnostics, and therapy. Headquartered in Munich, Germany, Definiens aims to advance research fields, contribute to the development of personalized medicine, and improve patient quality of life. The company also maintains offices across the United States.

Onzo

Venture Round in 2014
Onzo, Ltd. specializes in designing energy management systems for residential use. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in London, with an additional office in Denver, the company offers a smart energy kit that includes a sensor, display, and integrated website, enabling consumers to monitor and manage their energy consumption effectively. The display provides users with critical information to help them understand their energy usage, while the ONZO Insights platform allows utility companies to analyze various data dimensions. Onzo's technology aims to empower consumers to reduce energy bills and carbon emissions, while also offering utilities a means to differentiate their services, manage demand, and lower operational costs.

MyOptique Group

Series C in 2013
MyOptique Group is a leading European retailer specialising in online sales of prescription glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses. Operating under brands such as Glasses Direct, Sunglasses Shop, and MyOptique.com, the company offers over 150 brands and 7,000 styles across its platforms. With a customer-centric approach, it aims to provide superior service and significant savings by eliminating the need for high street intermediaries. The group's sales are predominantly outside the UK market, with more than two-thirds of revenue generated internationally.

wywy

Series B in 2013
wywy GmbH specializes in synchronized broadcast detection and interactivity solutions, enabling the creation of interactive TV second-screen applications. Its technology allows real-time synchronization of TV applications with live broadcasts, facilitating the detection of specific broadcast content at both the back-end and the viewer's end. This capability enhances viewer engagement by personalizing events on screens in sync with TV content and offers automated tools for interaction with second-screen users. Additionally, wywy captures precise real-time data on viewer consumption, behavior, and trends, which is valuable for market research and commercial purposes. The company serves a diverse clientele, including TV and set-top box manufacturers, content creators, advertisers, and broadcasters. Based in Munich, Germany, wywy was acquired by TV Squared Limited in November 2017.

mysportgroup GmbH

Venture Round in 2013
mysportgroup GmbH offers sports and outdoor products online.

BridgeWave Communications

Venture Round in 2013
BridgeWave Communications, Inc. specializes in the design, manufacture, and marketing of microwave and millimeter wave backhaul and fronthaul systems for operators, carriers, service providers, governments, and private enterprises. The company's product offerings include the NAVIGATOR, a multi-gigabit all-outdoor licensed microwave radio system, and various Flex4G systems that deliver high-capacity, full-duplex data throughput. These solutions serve as fiber alternatives in applications such as mobile backhaul, mobile fronthaul, broadband/IP connectivity, disaster recovery, and video surveillance. BridgeWave's products are marketed through a network of authorized resellers, distributors, and system integrators globally. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in San Diego, California, BridgeWave operates as a subsidiary of REMEC Broadband Wireless Networks, LLC.

Definiens

Venture Round in 2012
Definiens is a company that specializes in image analysis and data mining solutions tailored for quantitative digital pathology within the life sciences, diagnostic biomarkers, and healthcare sectors. Its software offers detailed insights from whole tissue slides, cell-based assays, and full-body scans, enabling users to correlate this information with data from various sources. By automating analysis workflows, Definiens assists pharmaceutical and biotechnology firms, research institutions, clinical service organizations, and pathologists in generating new knowledge, thereby enhancing decision-making in research, diagnostics, and therapy. Headquartered in Munich, Germany, Definiens aims to advance research fields, contribute to the development of personalized medicine, and improve patient quality of life. The company also maintains offices across the United States.

DisplayLink

Venture Round in 2012
DisplayLink Corp. specializes in manufacturing hardware and developing software that facilitates connectivity between computing devices and displays. The company's product range includes universal docking stations, USB monitors, USB adapters, and port replicators, enabling users to connect multiple displays and devices seamlessly. DisplayLink's technology is compatible with various operating systems, such as Windows, OS X, Android, and Ubuntu, and supports Ultra HD 4K displays and virtual reality head-mounted displays. This versatility makes DisplayLink's solutions popular among PC and accessory manufacturers, enhancing productivity and user experience in multi-display environments. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, DisplayLink also has offices in Asia and Europe, and its technology is utilized globally by millions of users.

mysportgroup GmbH

Series B in 2012
mysportgroup GmbH offers sports and outdoor products online.

wywy

Series A in 2012
wywy GmbH specializes in synchronized broadcast detection and interactivity solutions, enabling the creation of interactive TV second-screen applications. Its technology allows real-time synchronization of TV applications with live broadcasts, facilitating the detection of specific broadcast content at both the back-end and the viewer's end. This capability enhances viewer engagement by personalizing events on screens in sync with TV content and offers automated tools for interaction with second-screen users. Additionally, wywy captures precise real-time data on viewer consumption, behavior, and trends, which is valuable for market research and commercial purposes. The company serves a diverse clientele, including TV and set-top box manufacturers, content creators, advertisers, and broadcasters. Based in Munich, Germany, wywy was acquired by TV Squared Limited in November 2017.

HR New Media

Venture Round in 2012
HR New Media operates a platform that provides companies with access to over 1,500 job portals and social media channels. The company specializes in developing self-learning software that automatically targets job seekers and places them within a specific pool of job boards. This innovative approach facilitates streamlined recruitment processes for organizations, enhancing their ability to connect with potential candidates across a wide range of online platforms. By leveraging its extensive network and advanced technology, HR New Media aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of job placement for both employers and job seekers.

BridgeWave Communications

Venture Round in 2012
BridgeWave Communications, Inc. specializes in the design, manufacture, and marketing of microwave and millimeter wave backhaul and fronthaul systems for operators, carriers, service providers, governments, and private enterprises. The company's product offerings include the NAVIGATOR, a multi-gigabit all-outdoor licensed microwave radio system, and various Flex4G systems that deliver high-capacity, full-duplex data throughput. These solutions serve as fiber alternatives in applications such as mobile backhaul, mobile fronthaul, broadband/IP connectivity, disaster recovery, and video surveillance. BridgeWave's products are marketed through a network of authorized resellers, distributors, and system integrators globally. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in San Diego, California, BridgeWave operates as a subsidiary of REMEC Broadband Wireless Networks, LLC.

BridgeWave Communications

Venture Round in 2012
BridgeWave Communications, Inc. specializes in the design, manufacture, and marketing of microwave and millimeter wave backhaul and fronthaul systems for operators, carriers, service providers, governments, and private enterprises. The company's product offerings include the NAVIGATOR, a multi-gigabit all-outdoor licensed microwave radio system, and various Flex4G systems that deliver high-capacity, full-duplex data throughput. These solutions serve as fiber alternatives in applications such as mobile backhaul, mobile fronthaul, broadband/IP connectivity, disaster recovery, and video surveillance. BridgeWave's products are marketed through a network of authorized resellers, distributors, and system integrators globally. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in San Diego, California, BridgeWave operates as a subsidiary of REMEC Broadband Wireless Networks, LLC.

eMaze Networks S.p.A.

Acquisition in 2011
eMaze Networks S.p.A. provides information technology security solutions.

DisplayLink

Series D in 2011
DisplayLink Corp. specializes in manufacturing hardware and developing software that facilitates connectivity between computing devices and displays. The company's product range includes universal docking stations, USB monitors, USB adapters, and port replicators, enabling users to connect multiple displays and devices seamlessly. DisplayLink's technology is compatible with various operating systems, such as Windows, OS X, Android, and Ubuntu, and supports Ultra HD 4K displays and virtual reality head-mounted displays. This versatility makes DisplayLink's solutions popular among PC and accessory manufacturers, enhancing productivity and user experience in multi-display environments. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, DisplayLink also has offices in Asia and Europe, and its technology is utilized globally by millions of users.

123.TV

Venture Round in 2011
German television channel, 123TV organizes cross-media auctions (TV and internet) on consumer products, for a public of all generations. The auction is reversed in the sense that the price fixed in advance to steady decreases over time until the amounts passed.

Voddler

Venture Round in 2011
Voddler AB is a provider of online film services operating in Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Denmark, offering a range of movies, TV series, and documentaries for rent and viewing. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with an additional office in Dubai, Voddler's services are accessible across various devices, including computers, mobile phones, tablets, and televisions. The company also utilizes its VoddlerNet technology for streaming, enabling users to enjoy a wide array of video content. By focusing on peer-assisted video delivery and cloud-based technology, Voddler aims to enhance the viewing experience for its customers and support media producers and distributors.

Cint Group

Series B in 2010
Cint Group is a global leader in digital insights gathering, specializing in software solutions that streamline the process of obtaining consumer insights. Its platform automates insights gathering, enabling companies to access valuable data more rapidly and at a larger scale. Cint boasts the world’s largest consumer network for digital survey-based research, comprising over 144 million engaged respondents across more than 130 countries. The company partners with over 2,500 organizations, including major firms such as SurveyMonkey and Kantar, to enhance their insights-gathering capabilities and drive business growth. With a growing presence in 14 global offices, including locations in Stockholm, London, New York, Singapore, Tokyo, and Sydney, Cint Group continues to expand its influence in the digital insights market.

VPIsystems

Venture Round in 2010
VPIsystems, formerly known as VPI Virtual Photonics, develops and markets network planning software and services for the telecommunications industry, both in the United States and internationally. The company offers products such as Photonic Design Automation, which models and optimizes photonic components, and OnePlan, an integrated system that assists communications service providers, systems integrators, and manufacturers in transitioning to IP-based networks. VPIsystems aims to enhance the efficiency of network planning and engineering processes through predictive network analytics, enabling clients to optimize network integration and improve overall network reliability. The company serves a diverse clientele, including wireline and wireless carriers, broadband providers, and equipment manufacturers. Founded in 1997, VPIsystems is headquartered in Holmdel, New Jersey, with additional offices in Europe, Asia, and Australia, and maintains strategic alliances with notable firms such as Accenture and HP.

eCircle

Private Equity Round in 2010
eCircle is a provider of software and services for email marketing and digital dialog marketing in Europe. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, the company has expanded its presence with offices in the United Kingdom, France, Spain, the Netherlands, and Italy. eCircle offers software solutions for email and SMS broadcasting, along with email address data for newsletter mailings and various campaign types including email, SMS, and MMS. In addition to these services, the company provides consulting services and social media functionalities to enhance its marketing offerings.

picoChip

Series E in 2009
picoChip specializes in signal processing products tailored for wireless telecommunications systems. The company is known for its multi-core digital signal processors (DSP) and software-defined radio products, which are widely implemented in the industry. Additionally, picoChip is expanding its portfolio to include a variety of application-specific standard products (ASSP) that are optimized for both cost and performance, enhancing its offerings in the wireless communication market.

NovoGI

Series F in 2009
novoGI Inc. specializes in developing innovative medical devices for gastrointestinal disease management, focusing on solutions that enhance patient care. The company has pioneered a range of nitinol-based compression anastomosis devices, which are designed to facilitate natural reconnection of the intestine following colorectal resection procedures, such as those related to colon cancer treatment. This technology represents a significant advancement in surgical closure methods, utilizing the body's natural healing processes to ensure effective tissue integration. novoGI's products are backed by clinical evidence and have received FDA clearance and CE marking, allowing their use in various healthcare settings. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, novoGI also has facilities in Paris, France, and Netanya, Israel, reflecting its global presence in the medical device industry.

BuyVip

Series C in 2009
BuyVIP is a leading online private sales club in Europe, established in 2006. It has grown to become the largest online shopping community on the continent, boasting over 3.6 million members. The platform specializes in offering a variety of discounted products, including clothing, accessories, sports gear, home goods, beauty items, and electronics. By providing exclusive access to sales events, BuyVIP caters to consumers looking for quality products at reduced prices, establishing itself as a prominent player in the online retail market.

BridgeCo

Venture Round in 2009
BridgeCo offers processor IC and software platforms for connecting Internet media sources, computers and consumer electronics throughout the home. BridgeCo platforms are targeted at the market for stand-alone after-market and embedded audio applications. BridgeCo platforms are the core technologies underlying digital media players (DMPs), audio/video receivers (AVRs), musical instruments and external multi-channel sound cards.

EnOcean

Series D in 2008
EnOcean GmbH, founded in 2001 and headquartered in Oberhaching, Germany, specializes in energy harvesting technology and wireless sensor solutions for building automation, industrial applications, and environmental monitoring. The company offers a range of products, including energy converters, wireless sensors, controllers, transmitters, receivers, and development tools, designed to enable maintenance-free, battery-less operations in various environments. EnOcean's innovative technology allows sensors to harvest energy from their surroundings, making them ideal for applications in smart homes, lighting systems, and automated meter reading. The company distributes its products through a network of partners across numerous countries, including Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Germany, the United States, and several others in Europe and beyond. EnOcean's solutions aim to enhance energy efficiency and user convenience in the growing Internet of Things market.

Ipanema Technologies

Venture Round in 2008
Ipanema Technologies S.A. specializes in software solutions designed to enhance the performance of enterprise applications, including ERP and CRM systems. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Fontenay-aux-Roses, France, the company offers a platform that optimizes application traffic flows, improving performance across various network environments, including wide-area networks and cloud services. Ipanema's solutions facilitate strategic IT transformations, allowing organizations to effectively manage unified communications, SaaS, and bring-your-own-device programs while also embracing social media. In addition to its software offerings, Ipanema provides comprehensive support services, including logistics, hardware maintenance, professional training, and online resources. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including retail, automotive, finance, and public sector, both in France and internationally. As of 2015, Ipanema operates as a subsidiary of InfoVista S.A.

BrainsGate

Series C in 2008
BrainsGate, Ltd. is a medical device company based in Caesarea, Israel, specializing in therapies for patients with central nervous system diseases. The company has developed a technology platform that utilizes electrical stimulation of the spheno-palatine ganglion (SPG) to enhance cerebral blood flow. Currently, BrainsGate is focused on treating acute ischemic stroke through its innovative ischemic stroke system, which involves a miniature electrode implanted in the roof of the mouth during a minimally invasive procedure. This method is performed under local anesthesia and is comparable to standard dental treatments. The company has conducted several clinical trials, including a pivotal trial with 300 patients that validated the safety and efficacy of its treatment. BrainsGate is also engaged in a multi-national, randomized study known as ImpACT-24b, aimed at further assessing the effectiveness of its approach within a critical 24-hour window following a stroke.

Verimatrix

Series C in 2008
Verimatrix is a provider of software security and business intelligence solutions designed to safeguard content, devices, applications, and communications across various markets. With over 20 years of experience, the company serves many of the world's largest service providers and innovative organizations, enabling them to protect crucial systems. Verimatrix's product offerings include Multi-DRM, Video Content Authority Systems, watermarking, content distribution, TV authentication, analytics, code protection, mobile payment solutions, and strong authentication services. The company is committed to delivering cost-effective and easily deployable solutions, supported by responsive customer service through teams located globally.

PSS Systems

Series D in 2008
PSS Systems specializes in enterprise discovery management solutions, specifically focusing on legal hold software for the legal holds and collections markets. The company developed the Atlas Information Governance Suite, which integrates various functions such as legal, IT, records management, and finance to minimize discovery risks and reduce costs associated with data management. PSS's product offerings include tailored suites for legal and IT departments, allowing seamless management of legal holds, custodian interviews, and data collection plans while avoiding redundant data processes. PSS has also been proactive in addressing legal holds and retention challenges, launching its Atlas Solution Suite well ahead of regulatory changes. Through its Corporate Governance and Oversight Council, PSS is dedicated to enhancing industry standards in retention, preservation, and privacy.

DuneNetworks

Series B in 2008
Dune Networks is a fabless semiconductor supplier of networking devices which facilitate the building of Data Center, Enterprise and Carrier Ethernet Switching Platforms. They provide switching solutions which are scalable in capacity, port rate and service schemes, effectively extending the life cycle of packet platforms from 3 years (legacy-based systems) to 10 years and beyond, subsequently revolutionizing the economics of packet network deployment.

Voltage Security

Series D in 2007
Voltage Security, Inc. is an enterprise security company that specializes in data protection and data-centric encryption solutions to address security threats and compliance requirements. Founded in 2002 and based in Cupertino, California, the company offers a range of products that include Voltage SecureData for data encryption, tokenization, and key management across various environments; Voltage SecureData Payments for secure retail transactions; and Voltage SecureMail for encrypted email and messaging. Additionally, Voltage SecureData Web enhances security for e-commerce transactions, while SecureFile protects files and documents. The company serves a diverse clientele, including sectors such as financial services, healthcare, retail, and government, with nearly 1,000 enterprise customers utilizing its solutions. Voltage's offerings are designed to mitigate risks related to data theft and ensure compliance with privacy regulations, supported by patented innovations in cryptographic systems. Voltage Security operates as a subsidiary of Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company.

BroadLight

Series E in 2007
BroadLight specializes in delivering end-to-end Passive Optical Network (PON) technology through a range of innovative product solutions, including highly integrated semiconductor devices, software, reference designs, and support tools. The company provides complete BPON and GPON component solutions for central offices and customer premise equipment, enabling equipment manufacturers to rapidly develop standards-based PON products with reduced risk. With a long-standing presence in the PON industry, BroadLight has established itself as a leader in providing components for both BPON and GPON, demonstrating significant expertise in deploying these technologies. As a pioneer in GPON, BroadLight's market-leading product line is instrumental in supplying a majority of GPON solutions globally.

BridgeCo

Venture Round in 2007
BridgeCo offers processor IC and software platforms for connecting Internet media sources, computers and consumer electronics throughout the home. BridgeCo platforms are targeted at the market for stand-alone after-market and embedded audio applications. BridgeCo platforms are the core technologies underlying digital media players (DMPs), audio/video receivers (AVRs), musical instruments and external multi-channel sound cards.

TEVET

Venture Round in 2007
TEVET provides test and measurement, life science and chemical analysis products from marketing OEM's to American Prime Contractor. The company is a a service-disabled, veteran-owned and HUBZone Small Business (SDVOSB). Founded in 2004 and is based in Greeneville, Tennessee.

Tevet Process Control Technologies

Series D in 2007
Tevet Process Control Technologies, Ltd. specializes in developing and deploying metrology solutions for the semiconductor industry. The company offers an integrated metrology module known as Trajectory T³, which is designed to monitor and control processes within semiconductor fabrication facilities. Its products are utilized in various applications, including STI trench fill, STI CMP, ILD etch, and several types of deposition processes. Tevet's solutions cater to both the semiconductor and solar manufacturing sectors. The company distributes its products through a network of representatives across multiple regions, including Europe, Asia, and the United States. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Yokneam, Israel, Tevet also maintains additional offices in Israel and the United States. As of May 2008, it operates as a subsidiary of Nanometrics, Inc.

DiBcom

Series E in 2007
DiBcom S.A., a fabless semiconductor company, offers a range of integrated circuits in France & internationally. It specializes in the development of broadband wireless solutions following digital video broadcasting and other broadband communication standards. The company offers chipsets and development kits. Its solutions are used in automotive, portable LCD TV, PC, mobile phones and other handheld device applications. DiBcom S.A. was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Palaiseau, France.

Ethernity Networks

Venture Round in 2007
Ethernity Networks Ltd. is a technology solutions provider focused on developing advanced data processing technologies for the telecom, mobile, security, and data center markets. Headquartered in Lod, Israel, the company serves clients primarily in the United States, with additional operations in Asia and Europe. Ethernity's offerings include ENET flow processors, various models of ACE-NIC smart network adapters that support flexible Ethernet connectivity, and a range of network appliances such as the ENET Universal Edge Platform and ENET vRouter. The company specializes in high-end Carrier Ethernet applications and incorporates FPGA technology to ensure programmability and adaptability across its products, which address the evolving demands of edge computing, 5G, and software-defined networking. Founded in 2003, Ethernity Networks has established itself as an innovator in network processing technology, providing solutions tailored for both telecom and cloud infrastructure.

Nexnet

Venture Round in 2007
The Pearl by Nexnet is a method that allows viewers to respond to an on-screen cue (a "Pearl" icon appears) with their remote control, resulting in an instantaneous e-mail to the individuals personal e-mail in-box regarding the topic or product appearing on the screen at that time. The topic can be informational or promotional and also works with recorded content. This e-mail generated from the click of the remote guides the viewer effortlessly to the exact information or product requested. Visits to these websites can be tracked — a significant interest to advertisers. The links can be sent to any number of e-mail addresses in the household. Nexnet provides all e-mail creation, customization and reporting through its web interface with the Nexnet server database for PEARL. Advertisers, Content Providers and Operators can facilitate all their PEARL needs through an on-line system that can be accessed from anywhere around the world giving maximum flexibility to campaign creation and management. Nexnet provides a deeper level of detail about the subscriber base. Data is accumulated based on the viewer instead of the household. This helps the operator understand who watches TV in each household, which TV/STB they are using and what the viewer is interested in watching. This depth of granularity down to the specific viewer is not available through any other service.

Fortemedia

Venture Round in 2006
Fortemedia, Inc. is a technology company based in Santa Clara, California, specializing in advanced voice processing solutions and semiconductor products aimed at improving voice communication between humans and machines. Founded in 1996, Fortemedia designs a variety of voice processors, including ForteVoice and FM23, which are utilized in mobile devices, VoIP applications, and automotive infotainment systems. The company also provides small array microphone solutions, featuring digital CMOS MEMS microphones and dual microphone coders, alongside smart microphone processor solutions for voice trigger processing. With a strong intellectual property portfolio, Fortemedia has filed for over 200 patents globally. Its products cater to diverse markets, including mobile communications, automotive, personal computing, and consumer electronics, positioning the company as a leader in voice interface technologies.

BridgeCo

Series D in 2006
BridgeCo offers processor IC and software platforms for connecting Internet media sources, computers and consumer electronics throughout the home. BridgeCo platforms are targeted at the market for stand-alone after-market and embedded audio applications. BridgeCo platforms are the core technologies underlying digital media players (DMPs), audio/video receivers (AVRs), musical instruments and external multi-channel sound cards.

Imago Scientific Instruments

Venture Round in 2006
Imago is a world class provider of metrology and analysis equipment serving the microelectronic and general research markets. We are committed to the development of the nanotechnology solutions required as the semiconductor, data storage and advanced materials industries increasingly enter the realm of nanotechnology.Imago provides time-to-market advantages to our customers through leading edge technology in the field of three-dimensional, nanoscale, metrology and analysis equipment. Our focus on and funding of advanced technology, together with our network of industrial collaborations, ensures that we continue to accelerate the development of these empowering metrology techniques. Imago's headquarters moved to a new, larger office and manufacturing facility in July 2006. The world-class applications lab includes two dual beam focused ion beams, two scanning electron microscopes, electro polishing equipment, a clean room area for specimen preparation, and a suite of Imago LEAP microscopes.

BridgeWave Communications

Series B in 2005
BridgeWave Communications, Inc. specializes in the design, manufacture, and marketing of microwave and millimeter wave backhaul and fronthaul systems for operators, carriers, service providers, governments, and private enterprises. The company's product offerings include the NAVIGATOR, a multi-gigabit all-outdoor licensed microwave radio system, and various Flex4G systems that deliver high-capacity, full-duplex data throughput. These solutions serve as fiber alternatives in applications such as mobile backhaul, mobile fronthaul, broadband/IP connectivity, disaster recovery, and video surveillance. BridgeWave's products are marketed through a network of authorized resellers, distributors, and system integrators globally. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in San Diego, California, BridgeWave operates as a subsidiary of REMEC Broadband Wireless Networks, LLC.

Metara

Series E in 2005
Metara manufactures chemical metrology tools for semiconductor industry that are used in monitoring and controlling chemical processes. Its products include sentry trace contamination metrology system, which monitors benign chemistries for trace contaminants; and sentry chemical composition metrology system, which monitors copper electroplating and cobalt bath chemistries. The company also offers sentry harsh chemistry metrology system, an analysis solution for harsh chemistries used in semiconductor manufacturing processes; and inline mass spectrometer, a chemical metrology solution that determines chemical composition and potential yield-or process-limiting contaminants. Metara Inc. was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.

Broadbus Technologies

Series C in 2005
Broadbus Technologies was a pioneer in developing memory-based systems that facilitated the delivery of movies and television on demand. The company specialized in video-on-demand software tailored for communications service providers, enabling the deployment of various on-demand television services. Its offerings included time-shifted television, network-based digital video recording, on-demand advertisement insertion, and comprehensive on-demand television solutions. In July 2006, Broadbus Technologies was acquired by Motorola for $181 million, further integrating its innovative technology into a larger telecommunications framework.

VPIsystems

Venture Round in 2005
VPIsystems, formerly known as VPI Virtual Photonics, develops and markets network planning software and services for the telecommunications industry, both in the United States and internationally. The company offers products such as Photonic Design Automation, which models and optimizes photonic components, and OnePlan, an integrated system that assists communications service providers, systems integrators, and manufacturers in transitioning to IP-based networks. VPIsystems aims to enhance the efficiency of network planning and engineering processes through predictive network analytics, enabling clients to optimize network integration and improve overall network reliability. The company serves a diverse clientele, including wireline and wireless carriers, broadband providers, and equipment manufacturers. Founded in 1997, VPIsystems is headquartered in Holmdel, New Jersey, with additional offices in Europe, Asia, and Australia, and maintains strategic alliances with notable firms such as Accenture and HP.

DaimlerChrysler Venture

Acquisition in 2004
DaimlerChrysler Venture helps you turn your visions into marketable solutions to position these competitively in international marketplace.

Continuous Computing

Venture Round in 2004
Continuous Computing specializes in integrated platform solutions designed to assist network equipment providers in addressing the challenges of mobile broadband capacity. With over two decades of experience in telecommunications innovation, the company enables clients to enhance their return on investment by allowing them to concentrate on differentiating their offerings in areas such as 3G, LTE, Femtocell, and Deep Packet Inspection applications. Continuous Computing distinguishes itself through its combination of advanced ATCA platforms and renowned Trillium protocol software, resulting in optimized and proven products for wireless and packet processing. The company is actively involved in various industry organizations, including 3GPP, ETSI, and the Femto Forum, further solidifying its commitment to advancing telecommunications technology.

DiBcom

Venture Round in 2003
DiBcom S.A., a fabless semiconductor company, offers a range of integrated circuits in France & internationally. It specializes in the development of broadband wireless solutions following digital video broadcasting and other broadband communication standards. The company offers chipsets and development kits. Its solutions are used in automotive, portable LCD TV, PC, mobile phones and other handheld device applications. DiBcom S.A. was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Palaiseau, France.

Jungo Software

Series C in 2003
Jungo Software develops a range of software solutions primarily focused on connectivity and automotive applications. The company is known for its residential gateway software platform, OpenRG, which enables Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to efficiently introduce broadband customer premises equipment, including residential and small office/home office gateways. In addition to this, Jungo provides software development tools for embedded systems and telephony applications, which have been widely adopted across various markets. The company also offers products tailored for automotive use, such as WinDriver, a PC driver development toolkit; MediaCore, automotive multimedia middleware; and DriverCore, communication drivers for USB devices. Overall, Jungo Software plays a significant role in enhancing connectivity in both home and automotive environments.

Broadbus Technologies

Venture Round in 2003
Broadbus Technologies was a pioneer in developing memory-based systems that facilitated the delivery of movies and television on demand. The company specialized in video-on-demand software tailored for communications service providers, enabling the deployment of various on-demand television services. Its offerings included time-shifted television, network-based digital video recording, on-demand advertisement insertion, and comprehensive on-demand television solutions. In July 2006, Broadbus Technologies was acquired by Motorola for $181 million, further integrating its innovative technology into a larger telecommunications framework.

lastminute.com

Venture Round in 2002
Lastminute.com is a prominent multinational group in the online travel industry, operating a diverse portfolio of well-known brands, including lastminute.com, Bravofly, Rumbo, Volagratis, Jetcost, and Wayn. The company serves over 10 million travelers annually, providing a platform for booking and managing various travel and leisure experiences. With offerings available in 17 languages across 40 countries, Lastminute.com facilitates an extensive range of travel options, allowing customers to book flights and other travel services efficiently.

Impinj

Series B in 2002
Impinj, Inc. is a provider of RAIN RFID solutions that facilitate wireless connectivity for various everyday items, enabling businesses and consumers to identify, locate, and authenticate billions of items. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the company offers an integrated platform that includes endpoint integrated circuits (ICs) and a range of connectivity products, such as reader ICs, modules, readers, and gateways. This platform delivers real-time information about items across multiple sectors, including retail, healthcare, supply chain, automotive, and manufacturing. Impinj also offers software solutions like ItemSense, which supports enterprise-class RAIN deployment management and provides tools for application developers. The company's offerings are utilized through a network of distributors, system integrators, value-added resellers, and software partners globally, covering regions such as the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Alfabet

Series B in 2002
Alfabet is a company that specializes in change management software aimed at enhancing enterprise information technology architecture planning. Founded in 1997 and based in Berlin, with a U.S. headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Alfabet offers its planningIT software, which integrates business priorities with IT deliverables, facilitating strategic planning and management of IT resources to align with business goals. Unlike traditional solutions that provide only static views of priorities and infrastructure, Alfabet's approach delivers a holistic, collaborative framework that ensures continuous transparency in managing evolving IT and business processes. The company serves a global community of 40,000 IT professionals across various industries, including automotive, financial services, telecommunications, and logistics. Its notable clients include major international corporations such as Credit Suisse, Munich Re, BMW, and Deutsche Bahn.

Ipanema Technologies

Series B in 2002
Ipanema Technologies S.A. specializes in software solutions designed to enhance the performance of enterprise applications, including ERP and CRM systems. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Fontenay-aux-Roses, France, the company offers a platform that optimizes application traffic flows, improving performance across various network environments, including wide-area networks and cloud services. Ipanema's solutions facilitate strategic IT transformations, allowing organizations to effectively manage unified communications, SaaS, and bring-your-own-device programs while also embracing social media. In addition to its software offerings, Ipanema provides comprehensive support services, including logistics, hardware maintenance, professional training, and online resources. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including retail, automotive, finance, and public sector, both in France and internationally. As of 2015, Ipanema operates as a subsidiary of InfoVista S.A.

Saifun Semiconductors

Venture Round in 2000
Semiconductor With the B2B website www.semiconductor-scout.com we create for you as a company a sustainable advantage through use of new media to everyday processes. Cause semiconductor-scout.com occupied a central position in the daily workflow between the semiconductor and microelectronic market operating companies.

Bitboys Oy

Venture Round in 2000
Bitboys Oy is a hardware development and licensing company based in Finland, founded in 1991 and acquired by ATI Technologies for up to US$44M on May 2, 2006.[1] Until the acquisition, Bitboys had focused on mobile phone gaming, and had developed a large vector graphics-related portfolio
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