Qualcomm Ventures, established in 2000, is the investment arm of Qualcomm Incorporated. Based in San Diego, California, it is a global corporate venture capital fund that invests in early-stage technology companies. With over $500 million initially committed and subsequent regional funds totaling over $300 million, Qualcomm Ventures focuses on sectors such as artificial intelligence, automotive, cloud, enterprise, internet of things, mobile, and extended reality. It seeks to generate strong returns while complementing Qualcomm's existing products and services, and often invests between $500,000 and $10 million at the expansion stage. Notable portfolio companies include 99 Taxis, Cruise Automation, and Fitbit.
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Sachin Deshpande
Senior Director
Michel Glezer
Investment Director
Tushar Gupta
Managing Director, North America
Judd Heape
Vice President of Product Management
Carlos Kokron
Vice President and Managing Director of North America
Quinn Li
Senior Vice President and Global Head
Song Mao
Senior Investment Director
Akash Palkhiwala
CFO
Boaz Peer
Managing Director, Israel and Europe
Richard Tapalaga
Investment Director
Merav Weinryb
Vice President and Managing Director, Israel and Europe
Nan Zhou
Director
Nakul Duggal
Senior Vice President and General Manager, Automotive
Past deals in Industrial Automation
NetraDyne
Series D in 2025
Netradyne Inc. is a technology company specializing in artificial intelligence-based fleet management solutions. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Diego, California, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India, Netradyne focuses on enhancing fleet safety through advanced computer vision and data analysis. Its offerings include VisionPRO, an integrated vision safety system that utilizes multiple camera angles to monitor driving events, and Driveri, a platform that emphasizes recognizing and rewarding positive driver performance. By processing visual and sensory inputs across various industries, including automotive, agriculture, and construction, Netradyne aims to improve safety standards for commercial vehicles and reduce accidents. The company leverages advancements in camera technology, sensor costs, and deep learning to provide actionable insights that enhance fleet management and driver awareness.
ANYbotics
Series B in 2024
ANYbotics AG is a Swiss robotics company founded in 2016 and based in Zurich. The company specializes in developing autonomous legged robots designed for industrial applications, particularly in hazardous and complex environments. These robots feature advanced capabilities such as docking stations, robust waterproof designs, and various sensing technologies. They are equipped to perform tasks like asset monitoring, equipment health checks, and event detection, thereby enhancing productivity and safety for workers in sectors such as oil and gas, power, energy, mining, chemicals, transportation, and construction. With a team of over 100 employees, ANYbotics aims to support industrial facilities in their inspection needs, promoting more sustainable operations through intelligent robotic solutions.
Third Wave Automation
Series C in 2024
Third Wave Automation, Inc. specializes in developing autonomous forklift technology that leverages machine learning and computer vision to enhance material handling. Founded in 2018 and based in Union City, California, the company has created a Shared Autonomy Platform that allows forklifts to perform intricate tasks under the supervision of human operators, who can intervene as necessary. This approach improves safety and operational efficiency within warehouses and supply chains. By integrating advanced robotics and deep learning, Third Wave Automation's solutions facilitate precise automated movement of materials and adapt to varying warehouse configurations and demands, thereby enhancing overall throughput and effectiveness in logistics operations.
Verity
Series B in 2023
Verity Studios AG, founded in 2014 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in the development of indoor drone systems. The company is recognized as a leader in the indoor drone market, providing innovative solutions for both the live event and logistics industries. Verity offers end-to-end drone show production services that cater to bespoke events, theatrical productions, and entertainment shows, delivering captivating aerial performances for clients such as Cirque du Soleil and Madison Square Garden. Additionally, Verity has created a commercially successful inventory tracking solution using fully autonomous indoor drones, which is deployed in warehouses to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize errors. Its clientele includes prominent companies like Maersk and Samsung SDS. With a commitment to sustainability, Verity’s systems also aim to lower waste and carbon emissions.
DeepHow
Series A in 2023
DeepHow is an AI-powered learning platform founded in 2018 and headquartered in New York City. It specializes in providing solutions for skilled workforce training in manufacturing, service, and repair sectors. The platform converts complex technical manuals for industrial machine servicing into interactive, step-by-step instructions. This transformation allows clients to perform inspection, repair, and maintenance tasks more effectively, significantly reducing errors and minimizing the need for rework. Through its innovative approach, DeepHow aims to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of technical training in various industries.
Verity
Series B in 2023
Verity Studios AG, founded in 2014 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in the development of indoor drone systems. The company is recognized as a leader in the indoor drone market, providing innovative solutions for both the live event and logistics industries. Verity offers end-to-end drone show production services that cater to bespoke events, theatrical productions, and entertainment shows, delivering captivating aerial performances for clients such as Cirque du Soleil and Madison Square Garden. Additionally, Verity has created a commercially successful inventory tracking solution using fully autonomous indoor drones, which is deployed in warehouses to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize errors. Its clientele includes prominent companies like Maersk and Samsung SDS. With a commitment to sustainability, Verity’s systems also aim to lower waste and carbon emissions.
Third Wave Automation
Venture Round in 2023
Third Wave Automation, Inc. specializes in developing autonomous forklift technology that leverages machine learning and computer vision to enhance material handling. Founded in 2018 and based in Union City, California, the company has created a Shared Autonomy Platform that allows forklifts to perform intricate tasks under the supervision of human operators, who can intervene as necessary. This approach improves safety and operational efficiency within warehouses and supply chains. By integrating advanced robotics and deep learning, Third Wave Automation's solutions facilitate precise automated movement of materials and adapt to varying warehouse configurations and demands, thereby enhancing overall throughput and effectiveness in logistics operations.
RealWear
Series C in 2022
RealWear, Inc. is a provider of hands-free head-mounted tablets designed to facilitate digital transformation for industrial workers. Founded in 2015 and based in Vancouver, Washington, the company specializes in the HMT-1, a ruggedized wearable Android-class tablet that can be worn with an industrial helmet, allowing workers in fields such as energy, manufacturing, and automotive to access real-time information while keeping their hands free. RealWear's solutions enhance safety and productivity by enabling communication and information retrieval in challenging environments. The company has established strategic partnerships with notable firms including Atheer, Cisco, Qualcomm, ABB, and Beeware, and has delivered devices to numerous enterprise customers worldwide, including Shell, Goodyear, and BMW.
Gantu AI
Venture Round in 2022
Gantu AI, founded in 2018 and based in Shanghai, specializes in developing artificial intelligence-based vision equipment tailored for precision manufacturing. The company offers a range of products, including the GT Observer, a video streaming AI system for real-time object recognition and tracking, and the GT Examiner, a recognition module designed to guide robotic equipment. Gantu AI's technologies are primarily focused on the semiconductor and precision machinery sectors, catering to industries such as mobile phone parts and automotive safety components. By integrating AI surface inspection and vision systems, Gantu AI aims to enhance quality control and yield management for its clients, ultimately improving efficiency and reducing costs in high-end manufacturing processes.
Deep Vision
Series A in 2022
Deep Vision is a supplier of high-precision intelligent visual inspection solutions in the industrial field. Deep Vision has independent research and development capabilities of intelligent AI cameras & 3D cameras, optical design capabilities, research and development capabilities of multiple algorithm libraries, research and development capabilities of FPGA platform image acquisition and processing systems, and design and manufacturing capabilities of automation equipment.
DeepHow
Seed Round in 2021
DeepHow is an AI-powered learning platform founded in 2018 and headquartered in New York City. It specializes in providing solutions for skilled workforce training in manufacturing, service, and repair sectors. The platform converts complex technical manuals for industrial machine servicing into interactive, step-by-step instructions. This transformation allows clients to perform inspection, repair, and maintenance tasks more effectively, significantly reducing errors and minimizing the need for rework. Through its innovative approach, DeepHow aims to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of technical training in various industries.
inVia Robotics
Series C in 2021
InVia Robotics, based in Agoura Hills, California, specializes in automation solutions for warehouse operations, particularly in e-commerce fulfillment centers. The company develops a robotics management system that enhances inventory management and order fulfillment processes. Its technology facilitates the retrieval of various items, from small products to larger goods, directly from shelves, delivering them to packing stations or shipping areas. This innovative approach aims to improve fulfillment efficiency, save time, and optimize productivity for clients in sectors such as e-commerce, retail, and logistics.
Deep Vision
Seed Round in 2020
Deep Vision is a supplier of high-precision intelligent visual inspection solutions in the industrial field. Deep Vision has independent research and development capabilities of intelligent AI cameras & 3D cameras, optical design capabilities, research and development capabilities of multiple algorithm libraries, research and development capabilities of FPGA platform image acquisition and processing systems, and design and manufacturing capabilities of automation equipment.
Brain Corp
Series D in 2020
Brain Corp is a San Diego-based AI company creating transformative core technology for the robotics industry. Brain Corp’s comprehensive solutions support the builders of today’s autonomous machines in successfully producing, deploying, and supporting robots across commercial industries and applications. It was named the world’s top autonomy solution provider by ABI Research. Brain Corp was founded in 2009 and is based in San Diego, California.
RealWear
Series B in 2019
RealWear, Inc. is a provider of hands-free head-mounted tablets designed to facilitate digital transformation for industrial workers. Founded in 2015 and based in Vancouver, Washington, the company specializes in the HMT-1, a ruggedized wearable Android-class tablet that can be worn with an industrial helmet, allowing workers in fields such as energy, manufacturing, and automotive to access real-time information while keeping their hands free. RealWear's solutions enhance safety and productivity by enabling communication and information retrieval in challenging environments. The company has established strategic partnerships with notable firms including Atheer, Cisco, Qualcomm, ABB, and Beeware, and has delivered devices to numerous enterprise customers worldwide, including Shell, Goodyear, and BMW.
CyberX
Convertible Note in 2019
Funded by Norwest Venture Partners, Qualcomm Ventures and other leading venture firms, CyberX delivers the only cybersecurity platform built by blue-team experts with a track record of defending critical national infrastructure. That difference is the foundation for the most widely deployed platform for continuously reducing IoT/OT risk and preventing costly outages, safety and environmental incidents, theft of intellectual property, and operational inefficiencies. For more information, visit CyberX.io or follow @CyberX_Labs.
GizWits
Venture Round in 2018
GizWits is a prominent smart hardware self-development and cloud service platform, established in 2005 in New York and Guangzhou, China. It holds the distinction of launching China's first Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Software as a Service (SaaS) offerings, becoming the largest Internet of Things (IoT) development platform in the country. The company also operates as China's inaugural technology incubation platform and boasts the largest developer community in the IoT sector. GizWits focuses on research and development as well as ecosystem development in IoT, offering support for the rapid deployment of public, private, and hybrid IoT cloud services. By integrating essential components and resources from leading chipset manufacturers and major internet service providers, it enables clients to access and implement the latest electronic gadgets efficiently.
Dover Microsystems
Seed Round in 2018
Dover Microsystems, Inc. specializes in developing security software solutions aimed at enhancing the safety and reliability of processors through the use of Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs). The company offers CoreGuard, a software tool that integrates directly with processors to monitor instruction execution and ensure compliance with established security, safety, and privacy standards. Additionally, Dover Microsystems provides a software development kit (SDK) that includes a simulator, micropolicy authoring tools, and a suite for security micropolicies, facilitating the prototyping and debugging of CoreGuard-integrated designs. Its technology serves various industries, including semiconductors, industrial IoT, transportation, medical, energy, home entertainment, and point of sale. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, Dover Microsystems aims to immunize processors against network-based attacks and software vulnerabilities, thereby providing robust protection for critical systems.
Brain Corp
Series C in 2017
Brain Corp is a San Diego-based AI company creating transformative core technology for the robotics industry. Brain Corp’s comprehensive solutions support the builders of today’s autonomous machines in successfully producing, deploying, and supporting robots across commercial industries and applications. It was named the world’s top autonomy solution provider by ABI Research. Brain Corp was founded in 2009 and is based in San Diego, California.
Swift Navigation
Series B in 2017
Swift Navigation, Inc. is a technology company specializing in precise global positioning system (GPS) solutions, founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, with an additional location in Melbourne, Australia. The company develops hardware and software that provide centimeter-level accuracy through real-time kinematics (RTK) technology. Its product lineup includes the Piksi Multi GNSS Module, a versatile RTK receiver, and the Duro Ruggedized Receiver, designed for various industrial applications such as agriculture and robotics. Additionally, Swift Navigation offers the Skylark cloud corrections service and the Starling GNSS positioning engine, which caters to automotive and autonomous vehicle needs. The company's innovative solutions, characterized by their affordability and high accuracy—100 times better than standard GPS—serve multiple industries, including unmanned aerial vehicles, surveying, and space applications. Swift Navigation's commitment to making advanced positioning technology accessible is recognized by notable accolades, including mentions in Inc. and Forbes 30 Under 30 lists.
Ark Robot
Venture Round in 2016
Arkrobot is a breakthrough in automatic order fulfillment technology in over a decade. With numerous patents pending, the technology is a unique solution suited for Ecommerce and other Industries. We offer Arkrobot as a solution to Clients ranging from startups to gigantic scale order fulfillment centers and automated warehouses. We have an inhouse team of Engineers with core competincies in Software, Electronics and Mechanical Engineering who are research driven and problem solvers. We continously upgrade our technology and offer our clients an early advantage over others.
Swift Navigation
Series A in 2015
Swift Navigation, Inc. is a technology company specializing in precise global positioning system (GPS) solutions, founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, with an additional location in Melbourne, Australia. The company develops hardware and software that provide centimeter-level accuracy through real-time kinematics (RTK) technology. Its product lineup includes the Piksi Multi GNSS Module, a versatile RTK receiver, and the Duro Ruggedized Receiver, designed for various industrial applications such as agriculture and robotics. Additionally, Swift Navigation offers the Skylark cloud corrections service and the Starling GNSS positioning engine, which caters to automotive and autonomous vehicle needs. The company's innovative solutions, characterized by their affordability and high accuracy—100 times better than standard GPS—serve multiple industries, including unmanned aerial vehicles, surveying, and space applications. Swift Navigation's commitment to making advanced positioning technology accessible is recognized by notable accolades, including mentions in Inc. and Forbes 30 Under 30 lists.
3D Robotics
Series C in 2015
3D Robotics, Inc. is a manufacturer of drones, specializing in advanced aerial technology for sectors such as construction, insurance, surveying, agriculture, utilities, telecommunications, and public safety. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, the company offers a range of products including the Solo motion control drone and Site Scan, a cloud-connected mobile application designed for autonomous inspections, scans, and surveys. Site Scan facilitates the creation of 2D maps and 3D models, while the company also provides the Pixhawk autopilot system for building unmanned aerial vehicles, along with various parts and accessories. 3D Robotics focuses on making drone technology accessible for data analysis and land mapping, enabling clients to collect accurate aerial data and transform it into actionable insights for informed decision-making at construction sites. The company distributes its products through resellers and its online store globally.
Cyngn
Series C in 2015
Cyngn, founded in 2009 and based in Palo Alto, California, is an industrial autonomous vehicle technology company. It develops DriveMod, a flexible autonomous driving solution that can be deployed on various vehicle types and in diverse environments. Cyngn's technology integrates with commercially available sensors and hardware, offering safe, scalable, and efficient self-driving vehicle solutions to industrial organizations. Its system is vehicle-agnostic, allowing heterogeneous fleets to switch between fully-autonomous, remotely-controlled, and manual modes. Cyngn aims to address current challenges faced by industrial organizations, such as labor shortages, expensive safety incidents, and growing eCommerce demands.
Cyngn
Series C in 2015
Cyngn, founded in 2009 and based in Palo Alto, California, is an industrial autonomous vehicle technology company. It develops DriveMod, a flexible autonomous driving solution that can be deployed on various vehicle types and in diverse environments. Cyngn's technology integrates with commercially available sensors and hardware, offering safe, scalable, and efficient self-driving vehicle solutions to industrial organizations. Its system is vehicle-agnostic, allowing heterogeneous fleets to switch between fully-autonomous, remotely-controlled, and manual modes. Cyngn aims to address current challenges faced by industrial organizations, such as labor shortages, expensive safety incidents, and growing eCommerce demands.
3D Robotics
Series C in 2015
3D Robotics, Inc. is a manufacturer of drones, specializing in advanced aerial technology for sectors such as construction, insurance, surveying, agriculture, utilities, telecommunications, and public safety. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, the company offers a range of products including the Solo motion control drone and Site Scan, a cloud-connected mobile application designed for autonomous inspections, scans, and surveys. Site Scan facilitates the creation of 2D maps and 3D models, while the company also provides the Pixhawk autopilot system for building unmanned aerial vehicles, along with various parts and accessories. 3D Robotics focuses on making drone technology accessible for data analysis and land mapping, enabling clients to collect accurate aerial data and transform it into actionable insights for informed decision-making at construction sites. The company distributes its products through resellers and its online store globally.
Swift Navigation
Seed Round in 2014
Swift Navigation, Inc. is a technology company specializing in precise global positioning system (GPS) solutions, founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, with an additional location in Melbourne, Australia. The company develops hardware and software that provide centimeter-level accuracy through real-time kinematics (RTK) technology. Its product lineup includes the Piksi Multi GNSS Module, a versatile RTK receiver, and the Duro Ruggedized Receiver, designed for various industrial applications such as agriculture and robotics. Additionally, Swift Navigation offers the Skylark cloud corrections service and the Starling GNSS positioning engine, which caters to automotive and autonomous vehicle needs. The company's innovative solutions, characterized by their affordability and high accuracy—100 times better than standard GPS—serve multiple industries, including unmanned aerial vehicles, surveying, and space applications. Swift Navigation's commitment to making advanced positioning technology accessible is recognized by notable accolades, including mentions in Inc. and Forbes 30 Under 30 lists.
Light
Series A in 2014
Light Labs Inc., established in 2013 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, specializes in advancing photography through innovative technology. The company's flagship product, the Light L16 Camera, is a multi-aperture computational camera designed to deliver DSLR-quality images in a compact, pocket-sized format. By employing multiple lenses and sophisticated computational algorithms, the L16 captures high-definition photographs that combine the perspectives from several apertures simultaneously. This technology allows users to obtain a 52-megapixel image with exceptional detail and clarity, making high-quality photography more accessible to everyday users. Light's commitment to pushing the boundaries of camera technology aims to revolutionize the way individuals capture and experience photography.
Brain Corp
Series B in 2012
Brain Corp is a San Diego-based AI company creating transformative core technology for the robotics industry. Brain Corp’s comprehensive solutions support the builders of today’s autonomous machines in successfully producing, deploying, and supporting robots across commercial industries and applications. It was named the world’s top autonomy solution provider by ABI Research. Brain Corp was founded in 2009 and is based in San Diego, California.
Brain Corp
Series A in 2009
Brain Corp is a San Diego-based AI company creating transformative core technology for the robotics industry. Brain Corp’s comprehensive solutions support the builders of today’s autonomous machines in successfully producing, deploying, and supporting robots across commercial industries and applications. It was named the world’s top autonomy solution provider by ABI Research. Brain Corp was founded in 2009 and is based in San Diego, California.
InvenSense
Series C in 2008
InvenSense, Inc. is a leading provider of micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) sensor platforms, specializing in the design and manufacturing of sensor systems on a chip. Headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a range of products, including accelerometers, gyroscopes, and microphones, catering to various sectors such as mobile devices, wearables, smart home technologies, gaming, industrial applications, and automotive systems. InvenSense's innovative MotionTracking technology enhances user experiences through improved performance and accuracy in motion, gesture, and sound-based interfaces. Its sensor solutions are incorporated into a wide array of consumer electronics, including smartphones, tablets, and gaming devices, as well as industrial applications. The company markets its products directly to manufacturers and through distributors, and it maintains collaborations with industry leaders like Panasonic to advance sensor technology. Founded in 2003, InvenSense operates internationally, with offices across several countries including China, Taiwan, and Japan. As of 2017, it has been a subsidiary of TDK U.S.A. Corporation.
InvenSense
Series B in 2007
InvenSense, Inc. is a leading provider of micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) sensor platforms, specializing in the design and manufacturing of sensor systems on a chip. Headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a range of products, including accelerometers, gyroscopes, and microphones, catering to various sectors such as mobile devices, wearables, smart home technologies, gaming, industrial applications, and automotive systems. InvenSense's innovative MotionTracking technology enhances user experiences through improved performance and accuracy in motion, gesture, and sound-based interfaces. Its sensor solutions are incorporated into a wide array of consumer electronics, including smartphones, tablets, and gaming devices, as well as industrial applications. The company markets its products directly to manufacturers and through distributors, and it maintains collaborations with industry leaders like Panasonic to advance sensor technology. Founded in 2003, InvenSense operates internationally, with offices across several countries including China, Taiwan, and Japan. As of 2017, it has been a subsidiary of TDK U.S.A. Corporation.
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