SOSV

SOSV is a global venture capital firm founded in 1995 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. Specializing in seed-to-growth stage investments, SOSV operates multiple accelerator programs worldwide, including HAX for hardware, IndieBio and RebelBio for life sciences, Chinaccelerator and MOX for cross-border internet ventures, Food-X for innovative food solutions, and dlab for blockchain technology. The firm focuses on investments in revolutionary deep technologies aimed at improving human and planetary health, as well as cross-border markets, particularly in Asia. SOSV invests in approximately 150 startups annually, providing support through its resources to accelerate product development and scaling. Over its two-decade history, SOSV has established a strong reputation, consistently ranking among the top venture capital firms globally.

Audrey Chen

Investor Relations Manager

Daniel Eichner

Partner

Sheng Ge

Partner

Benjamin Joffe

Partner

Kelly Kirkpatrick

Director of Investor Relations

Vivian Law

Senior Associate

Steve McCann

Chief Financial Officer & General Partner

Sean O'Sullivan

Founder & Managing General Partner

Duncan Turner

General Partner

Qiyu Wu

Operations Director

Past deals in ASIC

Atato

Series A in 2022
Atato is a digital assets technology company that enables them to connect their business with blockchain networks. It develops tailor-made blockchain platforms and helps to leverage blockchain benefits. The company's mission is to build the next-generation infrastructure for issuing and managing digital assets. Atato was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Bangkok, Thailand.

IPOR Labs

Funding Round in 2022
IPOR Labs specializes on blockchain-based derivatives software development. Founded in 2021and is based in Zug, Switzerland.

IPOR Labs

Seed Round in 2021
IPOR Labs specializes on blockchain-based derivatives software development. Founded in 2021and is based in Zug, Switzerland.

dcSpark

Seed Round in 2021
DcSpark is a blockchain company founded in 2021 in Austin, Texas, by Nicolás Arqueros, Sebastien Guillemot, and Robert Kornacki. The company specializes in creating products and solutions that support crypto projects, focusing on building essential infrastructure for layer 1 Blockchains and their smart contract layers. By facilitating the development of decentralized applications (DApps) and wallets, DcSpark empowers clients to adopt decentralized technologies within their ecosystems. Its platform enables users to utilize peer-to-peer technology, ensuring access to critical infrastructure for cryptocurrency trading and enhancing the overall life-cycle development of blockchain solutions.

ACiiST

Seed Round in 2021
ACiiST Smart Networks Ltd. specializes in providing Internet of Things (IoT) infrastructure solutions for smart cities. Based in Azor, Israel, the company transforms street lighting systems into a comprehensive urban IoT framework that facilitates the integration of various devices, including cameras, Wi-Fi, and sensors. By utilizing distributed switching technology, ACiiST offers a scalable and secure network that enhances connectivity and reliability while significantly reducing costs compared to traditional methods. Their approach promotes a non-disruptive installation process, allowing cities to efficiently leverage existing electrical systems for improved communication capabilities. ACiiST's solutions aim to elevate urban functionality and safety through enhanced performance and support for a wide array of IoT devices.

Covario

Seed Round in 2021
Covario AG operates a crypto prime brokerage platform providing services for professional asset managers. It offers a smart trading application programming interface with co-located code execution, and multi-venue order pool collation for the best execution. The company provides services, such as custody, terminal trading, algorithmic trading, derivatives, margin lending, execution services, risk management, trade analytics, market watch tools, fund administration, and capital introduction. The company is based in Zug, Switzerland.

Atato

Seed Round in 2021
Atato is a digital assets technology company that enables them to connect their business with blockchain networks. It develops tailor-made blockchain platforms and helps to leverage blockchain benefits. The company's mission is to build the next-generation infrastructure for issuing and managing digital assets. Atato was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Bangkok, Thailand.

AI Motion Sports

Seed Round in 2020
AIMS is a Youth Sports Education and Management Platform powered by Artificial Intelligence and Motion Capture Technology. AIMS digitizes youth sports performance and leverages big data to revolutionize sports education. AIMS improves Sports Training, Education Management and Talent Assessment efficiencies. It monitors, records and analyzes students’ physical and health data into insightful reports for schools, coaches, and parents.

Asiot

Seed Round in 2020
Asiot specializes in the planning and development of innovative devices and services that leverage Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. The company focuses on creating solutions that enhance operational efficiency and security across various sectors. Notable projects include cost-effective remote meter reading systems that can be retrofitted to existing utility meters for electricity, gas, and water. Additionally, Asiot has developed a management platform designed to centrally oversee face recognition devices, registrant information, and authentication records. This platform also incorporates body surface temperature detection to help organizations strengthen their security measures and ensure employee safety in the post-pandemic environment.

VegaX Holdings

Seed Round in 2020
VegaX Holdings is a digital asset management firm based in Seoul, South Korea, that specializes in providing crypto investors with access to investment products tailored for digital assets, including major cryptocurrencies like bitcoin and ethereum. The company develops cryptocurrency index platforms that offer actionable indexes and index-based asset management solutions, catering to sophisticated investors seeking comprehensive investment options in the crypto market. VegaX Holdings aims to serve as a one-stop resource for those interested in navigating the complexities of cryptocurrency investments.

Aō Air

Convertible Note in 2020
Aō Air is working to enable those in polluted megacities from Beijing to London to take back the streets. Our patented technology is independently validated to be up to 50x better than leading masks on the market.

AsimicA

Seed Round in 2020
AsimicA focuses on developing novel technologies for improved production in Microbial Biosynthetic Factories. Their technologies have the potential for a multi-fold increase in yields of biosynthetic processes. Since relatively low yields of target products, made through the biosynthesis is the major limitation of biotechnology, our innovative approaches for production may revolutionize the industry. AsimicA was launched in November 2018, by Nikolai Mushnikov and Grant Bowman.

Covario

Seed Round in 2020
Covario AG operates a crypto prime brokerage platform providing services for professional asset managers. It offers a smart trading application programming interface with co-located code execution, and multi-venue order pool collation for the best execution. The company provides services, such as custody, terminal trading, algorithmic trading, derivatives, margin lending, execution services, risk management, trade analytics, market watch tools, fund administration, and capital introduction. The company is based in Zug, Switzerland.

Aquova

Seed Round in 2020
Aquova offers adaptive AI-based sensors and power controllers that unlocks the potential of data in the electrochemical industry. Its patent-pending Advanced Data Management (ADM) technology is a combination of hardware and software working seamlessly together to enhance the performance of electrochemical processes, thereby reducing the energy consumption of electrochemical operations. The company was established in 2017 and is based in Toronto, Ontario.

Aō Air

Convertible Note in 2020
Aō Air is working to enable those in polluted megacities from Beijing to London to take back the streets. Our patented technology is independently validated to be up to 50x better than leading masks on the market.

VegaX Holdings

Seed Round in 2019
VegaX Holdings is a digital asset management firm based in Seoul, South Korea, that specializes in providing crypto investors with access to investment products tailored for digital assets, including major cryptocurrencies like bitcoin and ethereum. The company develops cryptocurrency index platforms that offer actionable indexes and index-based asset management solutions, catering to sophisticated investors seeking comprehensive investment options in the crypto market. VegaX Holdings aims to serve as a one-stop resource for those interested in navigating the complexities of cryptocurrency investments.

API3

Pre Seed Round in 2019
API3 is a company based in the Cayman Islands that specializes in providing decentralized application programming interfaces (APIs) for the web. It focuses on creating data feeds known as dAPIs, which aggregate information from first-party oracles. These oracles are operated by leading API providers, ensuring high-quality and reliable data for decentralized applications. By leveraging these resources, API3 aims to enhance the accessibility and functionality of decentralized systems, allowing developers to integrate real-world data into their applications seamlessly.

AiSight

Seed Round in 2019
AiSight GmbH builds a plug-and-play hardware and software solution. Its solution helps users to predict and prevent machine malfunction by regulating machine parameters using self-learning AI algorithms. The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Berlin, Germany.

NotifAi

Series A in 2019
NotifAi is a technology company based in Aliso Viejo, California, specializing in the development of hardware and software solutions designed to protect homes from water, mold, and appliance-related disasters. The company offers a cloud-based monitoring platform that alerts users and service providers about potential issues such as laundry leaks, basement floods, and faulty appliances through text, email, or phone notifications. By utilizing sensor devices installed on water sources and appliances, NotifAi enables real-time monitoring and data collection. This system provides property owners with actionable insights for preventative maintenance, leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning to enhance risk management. Founded in 2016, NotifAi aims to deliver peace of mind to homeowners by ensuring continuous oversight of their properties.

M5Stack

Seed Round in 2019
M5Stack Inc. is a company based in Reno, Nevada, that specializes in developing Arduino development kits designed for the Internet of Things (IoT) and smart home automation. Incorporated in 2016, M5Stack offers an open-source modular toolkit that facilitates rapid product development. Its products enable users to build microcontroller computers from stackable modules, making it easier for individuals to learn programming and create customizable modules for various applications. Through its innovative approach, M5Stack serves the growing needs of the IoT industry by providing tools that enhance both learning and product development.

AI Motion Sports

Seed Round in 2018
AIMS is a Youth Sports Education and Management Platform powered by Artificial Intelligence and Motion Capture Technology. AIMS digitizes youth sports performance and leverages big data to revolutionize sports education. AIMS improves Sports Training, Education Management and Talent Assessment efficiencies. It monitors, records and analyzes students’ physical and health data into insightful reports for schools, coaches, and parents.

AiSight

Pre Seed Round in 2018
AiSight GmbH builds a plug-and-play hardware and software solution. Its solution helps users to predict and prevent machine malfunction by regulating machine parameters using self-learning AI algorithms. The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Berlin, Germany.

ACiiST

Seed Round in 2018
ACiiST Smart Networks Ltd. specializes in providing Internet of Things (IoT) infrastructure solutions for smart cities. Based in Azor, Israel, the company transforms street lighting systems into a comprehensive urban IoT framework that facilitates the integration of various devices, including cameras, Wi-Fi, and sensors. By utilizing distributed switching technology, ACiiST offers a scalable and secure network that enhances connectivity and reliability while significantly reducing costs compared to traditional methods. Their approach promotes a non-disruptive installation process, allowing cities to efficiently leverage existing electrical systems for improved communication capabilities. ACiiST's solutions aim to elevate urban functionality and safety through enhanced performance and support for a wide array of IoT devices.

Ex Machina

Seed Round in 2018
Ex Machina is a private company founded in 2015, headquartered in Athens, Greece, with additional offices in Shenzhen, China, and San Francisco, California. The company specializes in weather analytics and forecasting services, focusing on providing accurate weather data and forecasts for specific locations. It also offers energy forecasting and enhances production precision for wind farms. Ex Machina aims to address significant challenges and contribute to the Internet of Things (IoT) revolution by utilizing innovative approaches supported by open source technologies and active community engagement.

M5Stack

Seed Round in 2018
M5Stack Inc. is a company based in Reno, Nevada, that specializes in developing Arduino development kits designed for the Internet of Things (IoT) and smart home automation. Incorporated in 2016, M5Stack offers an open-source modular toolkit that facilitates rapid product development. Its products enable users to build microcontroller computers from stackable modules, making it easier for individuals to learn programming and create customizable modules for various applications. Through its innovative approach, M5Stack serves the growing needs of the IoT industry by providing tools that enhance both learning and product development.

Cartesi

Seed Round in 2018
Cartesi is a decentralized and scalable Linux infrastructure that solves the problems of computational scalability and development infrastructure for the decentralized web. With Cartesi, Blockchain applications can be coded with the vast domain of mainstream software stacks available today. Applications run off-chain, with the strong security guarantees of the blockchain, but free from its computation limits and high costs.

Digital Asset Network

Seed Round in 2018
Digital Asset Network operates a platform that facilitates connections between investors, issuers, and solution providers in the rapidly evolving digital asset landscape. By promoting digital and tokenized assets, the company aims to enhance tradability, transparency, and compliance within the financial industry. It recognizes the potential of digital assets to unlock significant liquidity and create new market opportunities, spanning from established investment banking and asset management sectors to emerging startups in developing regions. The platform serves as a comprehensive hub for executing digital asset transactions, providing institutional-grade insights and supporting the entire process from concept to market exchange.

Aō Air

Seed Round in 2017
Aō Air is working to enable those in polluted megacities from Beijing to London to take back the streets. Our patented technology is independently validated to be up to 50x better than leading masks on the market.

Kardiz

Seed Round in 2017
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Eristica

Convertible Note in 2017
Eristica LTD. is a company that develops a mobile application designed to facilitate the resolution of disputes among users. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Moscow, Russia, the application allows users to share photos and video evidence related to challenges or disputes. This innovative platform not only enables users to engage in fun and positive challenges but also assists in resolving conflicts by providing a means to document and verify claims. By leveraging video evidence, Eristica aims to help clients make informed decisions while minimizing potential losses associated with disputes. The platform operates globally and is positioned within the growing intersection of social interaction and cryptocurrency challenges.

Eristica

Seed Round in 2017
Eristica LTD. is a company that develops a mobile application designed to facilitate the resolution of disputes among users. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Moscow, Russia, the application allows users to share photos and video evidence related to challenges or disputes. This innovative platform not only enables users to engage in fun and positive challenges but also assists in resolving conflicts by providing a means to document and verify claims. By leveraging video evidence, Eristica aims to help clients make informed decisions while minimizing potential losses associated with disputes. The platform operates globally and is positioned within the growing intersection of social interaction and cryptocurrency challenges.

M5Stack

Convertible Note in 2016
M5Stack Inc. is a company based in Reno, Nevada, that specializes in developing Arduino development kits designed for the Internet of Things (IoT) and smart home automation. Incorporated in 2016, M5Stack offers an open-source modular toolkit that facilitates rapid product development. Its products enable users to build microcontroller computers from stackable modules, making it easier for individuals to learn programming and create customizable modules for various applications. Through its innovative approach, M5Stack serves the growing needs of the IoT industry by providing tools that enhance both learning and product development.

M5Stack

Seed Round in 2016
M5Stack Inc. is a company based in Reno, Nevada, that specializes in developing Arduino development kits designed for the Internet of Things (IoT) and smart home automation. Incorporated in 2016, M5Stack offers an open-source modular toolkit that facilitates rapid product development. Its products enable users to build microcontroller computers from stackable modules, making it easier for individuals to learn programming and create customizable modules for various applications. Through its innovative approach, M5Stack serves the growing needs of the IoT industry by providing tools that enhance both learning and product development.

ALCHEMA

Seed Round in 2016
Alchema is a smart home cider making machine that allows anyone to easily craft delicious hard cider, mead and even wine from fresh fruit right on their kitchen countertops in just two weeks. Alchema was conceived in 2014 by a team of problem solvers, big thinkers and geeks from Taiwan and around the world who all share a passion for the perfect small-batch cider. In 2016, Alchema was selected to take part in the prestigious HAX Accelerator, the world’s first and largest hardware accelerator. The company received worldwide attention following its successful Kickstarter campaign with nearly 1000 backers who contributed more than $344,000, 430 percent of its $80,000 pledged goal, in record time. Alchema is slated to ship in Fall 2017 at an MSRP of $499.99. Pre-orders are available now for $429 at alchema.com while supplies last.

Arduboy

Seed Round in 2016
Arduboy is an interactive digital entertainment card created based on an Arduino board that has been stripped to as small as necessary to allow this creation to still have a capacitive four-way digital controller, a pair of buttons, and a minuscule OLED display. Powered by a single coin-cell battery, Arduboy can run for an impressive nine hours before needing a fresh one. Created by Kevin Bates, Arduboy is based in Portland, O.R.

Arduboy

Seed Round in 2015
Arduboy is an interactive digital entertainment card created based on an Arduino board that has been stripped to as small as necessary to allow this creation to still have a capacitive four-way digital controller, a pair of buttons, and a minuscule OLED display. Powered by a single coin-cell battery, Arduboy can run for an impressive nine hours before needing a fresh one. Created by Kevin Bates, Arduboy is based in Portland, O.R.

Agada

Seed Round in 2014
Agada is dedicated to helping Chinese cancer patients find trusted, quality health care options in America. They hold theirselves to the highest levels of integrity and transparency in their mission to help those in need, patients who have exhausted their medical options in China. At Agada, they work hard to help you find a options for life-prolonging solutions.

ASYM III

Series A in 2010
ASYM III was added in 2014.