Lenovo

Lenovo is a multinational technology company renowned for its innovative personal technology products, including personal computers, smartphones, and data center solutions. Established in 1984 as Legend Holdings, the company rebranded to Lenovo in 2004 following its acquisition of IBM's personal computing division. Today, Lenovo holds the position of the world's largest PC vendor and ranks among the top smartphone manufacturers. The company operates across three main business segments: PC and smart devices, mobile, and data center, which are anticipated to contribute 60%, 13%, and 17% of sales, respectively, in the near term. Lenovo has made significant strides in its data center business, which has seen server-related revenue grow considerably in recent years. With a global workforce of over 54,000 employees and operations in more than 60 countries, Lenovo is committed to delivering innovative solutions that meet the diverse needs of customers worldwide.

Adrian Criddle

Vice President - UKI General Manager

Steven A. Long

Senior Vice President of Intelligent

Matthew Zielinski

Executive Vice President and President, International Markets

36 past transactions

Zanecon

Series A in 2023
Zanecon is a high-tech enterprise that develops smart construction solutions. Zhucheng Technology applies core technologies such as AI, environmental perception, deep learning, and servo control to the field of construction, and independently develops a variety of construction robot products.

holo|one

Series A in 2022
holo | one is a Swiss IT start-up specializing in the development of augmented reality applications for companies. Their goal is to use our products and expertise to revolutionize industries and redefine work processes and processes.

Sensel

Series B in 2022
Sensel, Inc. is a technology company based in Mountain View, California, founded in 2013 by Ilya Rosenberg and Aaron Zarraga. The company specializes in developing advanced input devices featuring multi-touch, pressure-sensitive technology, which aims to enhance user interaction in various creative fields such as music, art, and gaming. Sensel's flagship product, the PressureGrid, is a high-resolution sensor array designed to capture detailed force images, providing an additional dimension of control beyond traditional touch solutions. This innovative technology seeks to address issues of inaccuracy, latency, and power consumption found in existing input devices, allowing for more expressive and intuitive user experiences. With a growing team of over forty members and a diverse customer base that includes large-scale enterprise clients, Sensel is dedicated to redefining computer interaction by integrating pressure sensitivity and multi-touch capabilities into everyday computing.

Starblaze

Series B in 2021
Beijing Starblaze Technology Co., Ltd. specializes in the design and development of solid-state drive (SSD) controller solutions and advanced memory chips. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Beijing, China, the company focuses on creating technology that supports data-intensive applications, including artificial intelligence data analysis. In addition to its SSD controller products, Starblaze also offers storage applications tailored for data center services, facilitating the construction of more powerful computer systems for various users.

Style3D

Venture Round in 2020
Shanghai Linctex Digital Co., Ltd. specializes in software solutions for the fashion industry, focusing on three-dimensional (3D) design and collaboration. Founded in 2015 and based in Shanghai, the company offers a suite of services under the brand Style3D, which includes 3D modeling, physical simulation, and rendering tools tailored for fashion workflows. Their offerings encompass various functionalities such as three-dimensional pattern checking, component-based design, style management, and online style recommendations. Additionally, Linctex provides product data management solutions that facilitate resource accumulation, cost accounting, and bill of materials generation. The company also supports fabric sales and exhibitions through 3D displays and mobile sharing capabilities, all powered by online cloud services. Linctex aims to empower small and medium-sized clothing enterprises with innovative tools to enhance their design and production processes.

Zanecon

Venture Round in 2020
Zanecon is a high-tech enterprise that develops smart construction solutions. Zhucheng Technology applies core technologies such as AI, environmental perception, deep learning, and servo control to the field of construction, and independently develops a variety of construction robot products.

BYD Semiconductor

Series A in 2020
BYD Semiconductor operates as an electronic components manufacturing company. BYD Semiconductor produces and sells battery management chips, power field effect transistors, image sensors, touch control chips, protection diode, current sensors, and other products.

CertiK

Venture Round in 2020
CertiK is a company that specializes in blockchain security, providing a formal verification technology solution to ensure the integrity of smart contracts and blockchain ecosystems. Founded in 2017 by professors from Yale and Columbia University, CertiK is headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Beijing, Seoul, and Seattle. The company offers a range of services including security audits, penetration testing, and custom formal verification, which mathematically proves the correctness and hacker-resistance of programs. By utilizing artificial intelligence and analyzing both on-chain and off-chain data, CertiK enables developers to gain real-time insights into the security of decentralized finance applications and other critical systems, having secured over $6 billion in assets across numerous high-profile projects.

4Paradigm

Series C in 2020
Shenzhen Qianhai 4Paradigm Data Technology Co., Ltd. is a leading provider of artificial intelligence technology and services based in Beijing, China. Founded in 2014, the company specializes in platform-centric AI solutions that help enterprises across various industries, including finance, energy, retail, manufacturing, and healthcare, enhance their decision-making capabilities and operational efficiency. 4Paradigm's innovative machine learning technology, particularly its unique approach known as "migration learning," enables businesses to accurately predict trends, mine data, and uncover hidden patterns, ultimately reducing risks and maximizing commercial value. The company's offerings include the Sage AI Platform, SHIFT Intelligent Solutions, and SageGPT AIGS Services, allowing for rapid deployment of AI applications tailored to enterprise needs.

Landing AI

Seed Round in 2019
Landing AI is a company that specializes in artificial intelligence transformation programs tailored for the manufacturing industry. Founded in 2017 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company develops solutions focused on visual inspection, automation, calibration, and automated issue identification. Its offerings cater to a diverse range of sectors, including manufacturing, retail, automotive, agriculture, telecommunications, and pharmaceuticals. The company aims to empower organizations to become AI-driven by providing a platform that enhances the accuracy of machine learning models through effective data generation and labeling. This platform helps identify environmental issues and alerts users to model changes, thereby facilitating efficient data management and accelerating troubleshooting processes. Founded by Dr. Andrew Ng, a prominent figure in AI, Landing AI is positioned to deliver practical AI solutions that drive value for businesses globally.

CLEARink Displays

Corporate Round in 2019
CLEARink Displays, Inc. specializes in developing innovative reflective display modules for a range of applications, including electronic shelf labels, wearables, mobile devices, smartphones, tablets, and outdoor signage. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, the company also maintains offices in Vancouver, Canada; Eindhoven, the Netherlands; and Shanwei, China. CLEARink's technology aims to merge the daylight readability associated with paper with the vibrant video capabilities of digital displays, positioning itself as a leader in the reflective display industry. The company is backed by seasoned entrepreneurs who have previously founded successful ventures, and its advisory team includes notable figures from leading technology firms, enhancing its expertise and market potential.

Scale Computing

Series F in 2018
Scale Computing, Inc. specializes in edge computing, virtualization, and hyperconverged solutions tailored for midsized businesses. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, the company offers its HC3™ platform, which integrates servers, storage, and virtualization into a single, user-friendly system. This all-in-one appliance enhances storage speed and capacity while simplifying datacenter management. HC3 continuously monitors virtual machines and hardware components to ensure application availability and efficiently address infrastructure events. In addition to its core platform, Scale Computing provides services such as infrastructure refresh, virtual-to-virtual migration, physical-to-virtual migration, and disaster recovery solutions. As a result, the company is increasingly favored by IT departments across various industries looking to maintain high availability and scalability of their applications.

Nok Nok

Series D in 2017
Nok Nok Labs, Inc. develops products and services for online security and authentication. Its products include Multifactor Authentication Client Desktop Edition that provides authentication to various applications by unleashing the existing security capabilities of desktops and laptops; and Multifactor Authentication Client Mobile Edition that enables users to authenticate to various applications using the existing security capabilities of their mobile devices. The company’s products also comprises Multifactor Authentication Server that provides an authentication infrastructure, which enables authentication for various devices, methods, and applications; and Nok Nok application SDK, a FIDO-based authentication solution for smart watch devices. Nok Nok Labs, Inc. has a strategic partnership with Synaptics. Nok Nok Labs, Inc. was formerly known as Facilisys Inc. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Palo Alto, California.

Enevate

Series C in 2017
Enevate Corporation specializes in the development of silicon-dominant lithium-ion batteries, focusing on advanced technologies that enhance the performance of electric vehicles (EVs). The company’s HD-Energy and XFC-Energy technologies enable ultrafast charging, achieving a full charge in just five minutes, while also providing high energy density and low-temperature functionality. Enevate's batteries are designed for compatibility with various devices, including smartphones, ultrathin laptops, wearables, drones, and electric vehicles, thereby facilitating the rapid adoption of EVs by mimicking the refueling experience of gas-powered cars. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Irvine, California, Enevate has amassed a substantial portfolio of over 250 patents and has attracted significant investment from notable firms such as Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi, LG Chem, and Samsung, raising over $110 million to date.

Cloudian

Series D in 2016
Cloudian is a file and object storage company that specializes in S3 object storage within data centers. Its platform provides scalable and secure object storage for hybrid cloud deployments, allowing customers to manage and protect their data both on-premises and in the cloud from a unified solution. Cloudian's Enterprise Object Storage integrates cloud technology and economics into the data center, offering high data durability and user-friendly management tools. The company serves Global 1000 clients by simplifying the management of unstructured data while preparing for the increasing demands of artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Fujitsu - PC business

Acquisition in 2016
Fujitsu Ltd's personal computer business under its control, allowing the Japanese company to focus on IT services and other businesses.

Blasoul

Angel Round in 2016
Developer and retailer of E-sport devices & accessories. The company's products are designed solely for E-sports use and are customizable, enabling players to best showcase their skills.

LeSee

Series A in 2016
LeSEE is the first ever concept car from LeEco and was designed to showcase what the future of mobility could look like. It is not just a car, but the first mobility ecosystem on wheels. The vehicle’s exterior features an array of iconic light projections that shift between five distinct colors, signifying when a different drive mode is selected. Depending on the emitted color, the car will inform drivers and pedestrians when the vehicle is driving autonomously, sees a hazard, is charging, or is car-share ready. When encountering different environmental obstacles, the fascias on the front and rear of the vehicle will illuminate with an animated hazard display. For example, if a pedestrian passes in front of LeSEE, their silhouette will be digitally traced and projected on the vehicle’s rear fascia – informing other drivers of their precise position. The front and rear fascias slide open, functioning as secure front and rear storage cabinets. LeSEE’s interior uses innovative technologies to provide ultimate occupant comfort and convenience. When the user engages the vehicle’s Autonomous Mode, the steering wheel elegantly folds and retracts into the instrument panel, allowing for more room to relax and enjoy the journey. LeSEE uses inductive charging technology – featuring a simple and seamless magnetic charging zones without the hassle of flaps or doors. The charger connection is available on both sides, convenient for charging stations in all positions of the parking zones. LeSEE incorporates all options and content available from LeEco – available for you wherever you go. Five in-car screens are customized to your LeID preferences. Three of the screens offer a personalized and constantly updated selection of curated content. Inspired by Earth’s topography and the time turned changes of natural forms, LeSEE offers an organic user landscape, merging the state-of-the-art with the state of the planet. LeSEE car’s form and functions address future needs of our society and showcase a symbiosis between human, machine, and nature.

Nio

Series B in 2016
Nio Limited is a prominent electric vehicle manufacturer based in Shanghai, China, focusing on the premium segment of the market. Founded in 2014, the company designs, jointly manufactures, and sells smart electric vehicles, including five, six, and seven-seater SUVs. Nio is recognized for its innovative technology, including battery swapping and autonomous driving features, which enhance user experience. Its model lineup includes the ES8, a high-performance seven-seater SUV launched in 2018, the ES6 five-seater SUV, and the EC6 electric coupe SUV. The company also provides a range of charging solutions, such as home charging, battery swapping services, and mobile charging options, alongside value-added services like insurance and maintenance. In addition to its electric vehicle offerings, Nio collaborates with organizations like Mobileye N.V. to advance its technology. As of 2023, Nio has sold over 160,000 electric vehicles, capturing approximately 2% of the new energy vehicle market in China.

Meta View

Series B in 2016
Meta View is a technology company specializing in augmented and virtual reality solutions, catering to various industries such as manufacturing, communication, media, medicine, education, and 3D modeling. Founded in 2019 by Ben Sand, Meron Gribetz, and Raymond Lo, the company develops wearable devices and development kits, including the Meta 1 and Meta 2, which enable users to interact with holograms and access digital information seamlessly. Headquartered in San Mateo, California, Meta View distributes its products to markets in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, and throughout the European Union and EFTA. The company's innovative offerings leverage machine learning and artificial intelligence to enhance user experiences in both augmented and virtual reality environments.

Neura

Series A in 2016
Neura, Inc. develops and offers software development kit and artificial intelligence tools to improve performance of mobile applications and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Its platform creates rules and forms logical connections between users’ devices and their community, locations, and the Web; and applies intelligence to the technology to predict users’ needs and suggest ways. The company serves health and wellness, retail and E-commerce, food delivery, media and entertainment, transportation and mobility, travel and hospitality, finance and insurance, lifestyle and dating, and gaming sector. Neura, Inc. was founded in 2012 and is based in Palo Alto, California with research and development center in Herzliya, Israel.

Nok Nok

Series C in 2015
Nok Nok Labs, Inc. develops products and services for online security and authentication. Its products include Multifactor Authentication Client Desktop Edition that provides authentication to various applications by unleashing the existing security capabilities of desktops and laptops; and Multifactor Authentication Client Mobile Edition that enables users to authenticate to various applications using the existing security capabilities of their mobile devices. The company’s products also comprises Multifactor Authentication Server that provides an authentication infrastructure, which enables authentication for various devices, methods, and applications; and Nok Nok application SDK, a FIDO-based authentication solution for smart watch devices. Nok Nok Labs, Inc. has a strategic partnership with Synaptics. Nok Nok Labs, Inc. was formerly known as Facilisys Inc. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Palo Alto, California.

Skyroam

Series B in 2015
Skyroam was founded in Silicon Valley by technology veterans who have identified a common point of pain among fellow business travelers: getting a fast, reliable mobile internet connection while on the road is a challenge. And when returning home, the traveler invariably receives a shockingly high roaming bill. This problem is becoming more acute as data consumption skyrockets, driven by smartphones, tablets, netbooks, and even wearables. Skyroam’s solution to this problem is 3GMate, a global mobile hotspot that provides easy, fast, secure and affordable mobile data around the world. 3Gmate keeps you connected on the road; keeps your corporate data secure; and drives efficiency into your company’s BYOD program. The next step for Skyroam is to power the Internet of Things. By leveraging our patented virtual SIM technology, Skyroam delivers a local SIM over the air to ensure a seamless data connection around the world for your IoT application. Skyroam’s vSIM technology enables companies in the wireless ecosystem to easily deploy mobile connectivity anywhere in the world, simplifying supply chain, reducing costs, and improving service levels.

CloudMosa

Series A in 2015
CloudMosa is a mobile technology company that is committed to accelerating and enriching mobile web browsing experience through cloud computing. Its first product, Puffin Browser, is available to iOS and Android users. The company was founded in 2009 and headquartered in Saratoga, California.

Marvell

Acquisition in 2015
Marvell Semiconductor is a company that specializes in integrated circuit solutions, utilizing advanced communications mixed-signal processing and digital signal processing technologies. It offers a diverse portfolio of semiconductor solutions that focus on data infrastructure, covering areas such as compute, networking, security, and storage. Marvell's innovative technologies serve as critical components for the future of infrastructure technology, providing a unique blend of programmability, scalability, and performance. This enables carriers to drive innovation within their networks. Founded in 1995, Marvell is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.

Motorola

Acquisition in 2014
Motorola, based in Chicago, Illinois, has a rich history of innovation in mobile communications and digital technology. The company develops and manufactures a wide range of mobile devices, including smartphones, feature phones, media tablets, and wireless accessories. Its product portfolio features notable devices such as the Moto X and Moto G series, along with the Moto 360 smartwatch, which offers various notification and update services. Additionally, Motorola provides digital communication solutions and multimedia content delivery through its platforms, enabling users to access video, voice, messaging, and cloud-based services across multiple screens. The company primarily markets its products in the United States, China, Brazil, and Singapore, and it operates as a subsidiary of Google. Motorola continues to focus on consumer-centric innovation while maintaining a collaborative and transparent work culture.

Stoneware

Acquisition in 2012
Stoneware, Inc. is a developer of software solutions that facilitate the creation of private clouds for organizations, enabling them to access applications and services seamlessly. Its flagship product, webNetwork, serves as a private cloud computing framework that supports the transition from traditional client-centric environments to a centralized web computing model. Additionally, Stoneware offers web desktop, which provides a unified interface across various devices, including desktops, notebooks, tablets, and smartphones. The company also delivers technical support and training services for webNetwork administrators, advanced system managers, and product developers. Serving multiple sectors such as education, manufacturing, healthcare, legal, and financial industries, Stoneware has established itself as a key player in cloud computing since its incorporation in 2000, with operations based in Carmel, Indiana, and additional locations in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and Orem, Utah.

Fotor

Series A in 2012
Fotor is an online multi-platform photo editing tool. It gains popularity with optimized and user-friendly desktop suit for both Windows and Mac, Fotor now supports every major mobile and desktop platform from Android to iOS, with a specialized Fotor for Messenger version, streamlined with Facebook for connectivity and convenience. Fotor comprises of many features such as photo editing, photo collage, graphic design, HDR, and beauty retouching. Digital editing services that includes resizing, cropping, and straightening and a wide range of filters and effects such as lomo effects, cool effects, funky effects, and blur effects are offered through the platform. Designing of a collage expresses stories, special feelings, and even captures an individual’s life. The sub categories of collage are photo stitching and funky collages. It also helps individuals design Twitter covers, YouTube channel art, Facebook covers, Google Plus covers, and a photo montages. HDR Photography utilizes different level of light exposure to enhance an image. Beauty retouching comprises of photo correcting services such as wrinkle remover, photo reshaping, blemish remover, and teeth whitener. Fotor is a China-based company that was launched in 2012.

Enevate

Series B in 2011
Enevate Corporation specializes in the development of silicon-dominant lithium-ion batteries, focusing on advanced technologies that enhance the performance of electric vehicles (EVs). The company’s HD-Energy and XFC-Energy technologies enable ultrafast charging, achieving a full charge in just five minutes, while also providing high energy density and low-temperature functionality. Enevate's batteries are designed for compatibility with various devices, including smartphones, ultrathin laptops, wearables, drones, and electric vehicles, thereby facilitating the rapid adoption of EVs by mimicking the refueling experience of gas-powered cars. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Irvine, California, Enevate has amassed a substantial portfolio of over 250 patents and has attracted significant investment from notable firms such as Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi, LG Chem, and Samsung, raising over $110 million to date.

Medion

Acquisition in 2011
Medion AG, together with its subsidiaries, distributes a range of consumer electronic products primarily to retail chains in Germany, rest of Europe, and internationally. The company's product portfolio includes consumer electronics, such as personal computers, notebooks, liquid crystal display or plasma screen televisions, DVD recorders, MP3 players, navigation systems, and special mobile phone plans. It also engages in the product conceptualization, design, quality management, logistic management, and after sales services.
Lenovo Mobile Communication Technology Ltd. is a Chinese company focused on the development, manufacture, and marketing of mobile phones. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Xiamen, it has evolved from its original name, Lenovo Xiahua, and is positioned as a manufacturer and wholesaler of mobile handsets. The company emphasizes research and development, operating centers in Beijing, Shanghai, and Xiamen to enhance its capabilities. Additionally, it offers personalized services for mobile communications, catering to the diverse needs of its customers. As a former subsidiary of Lenovo Manufacturing Limited, it leverages its parent company's extensive resources and expertise in the technology sector.

NetentSec

Series B in 2009
Beijing NetentSec, Inc. researches and develops network application layer technologies and products. The company offers next-generation and web application firewall products; Internet control and application security gateways; and intelligent traffic management products and security proxy servers. It also provides service and support for its products. The company serves government, education, and financial markets. Beijing NetentSec, Inc. was founded in 2004 and is based in Beijing, China.

ZhongSou

Series A in 2005
Beijing Zhongsou Network Technology Corporation Limited is a Beijing-based company founded in 2002 that specializes in internet services, primarily focusing on search engine technology. It operates a mobile cloud service platform that enables users to conduct searches for a wide range of information. The company offers personalized internet services to a large user base while catering to the marketing needs of medium and small-sized enterprises. ZhongSou has established itself as a provider of search engine technology for major domestic portals such as Sina, TOM, and Netease, as well as for over a thousand websites within the China Search Alliance, spanning various regions and industries.

IBM Personal Computing Division

Acquisition in 2004
IBM Personal Computing Division
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