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.

Michael Aberman

Partner

Lindsay Atkenson

Analyst

Hugh Bowen

Associate

Po Bronson

General Partner

Stephen Chambers

Partner

Navin Danapal

SEA Director

Hiruy Ephrem

Analyst

Sheng Ge

Partner, Investments Operations

Weichang Ge

Analyst

TR Harrington

Partner

Bill Liao

General Partner

Ching-Ping Lin

Partner

Stephen McCann

CFO and General Partner

Carthach McCarthy

CFO

Yuan-Ting Meng

Analyst

Paul Monaghan

Principal

Eric Ramsay

Analyst

Pae Wu

General Partner

Sabriya Stukes Ph.D

Partner

Past deals in NFC

Goka

Seed Round in 2022
NFT infrastructure

PouchNATION

Convertible Note in 2021
PouchNATION is a SaaS company for cashless and guest management solutions digitising the venues and events operations using intelligent NFC wearable technology in Southeast Asia. We aim to empower business owners to operate worry-free in the future.

PouchNATION

Convertible Note in 2021
PouchNATION is a SaaS company for cashless and guest management solutions digitising the venues and events operations using intelligent NFC wearable technology in Southeast Asia. We aim to empower business owners to operate worry-free in the future.

Nordetect

Seed Round in 2021
Nordetect IVS is a biochemical analysis company based in Copenhagen, Denmark, specializing in the development of biosensors and microfluidic chip technology for precision agriculture. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on nutrient analysis by detecting and quantifying essential macronutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium in soil. Its Lab-on-a-chip devices facilitate reliable and affordable nutrient testing, enabling agronomists and farm-service companies to deliver actionable insights to farmers regarding soil health. By providing results on the nutritional content of soil and recommendations for fertilizer application, Nordetect helps optimize crop performance and supports informed agricultural practices.

NEUfast

Seed Round in 2021
Neufast Group Pvt Ltd is a Hong Kong-based company that specializes in advanced HR technology aimed at improving the recruitment process for businesses. Founded in 2018, Neufast offers a range of solutions, including AI-driven video interview recruitment tools that facilitate personality assessment, automatic scheduling, customizable interviews, and job-specific evaluations. The company also provides interview training services, which feature mock interviews with AI, career advice, and job analysis. Neufast's talent intelligence services cater to a diverse clientele, including multinational corporations and small to medium-sized enterprises, helping them identify and select top-performing candidates. With a focus on digitalizing recruitment processes, Neufast aims to significantly reduce time-to-hire while enhancing the overall quality of candidate selection. The company has established itself as a leader in the AI video interview recruitment sector across the Asia-Pacific region, including Greater China, supported by a team of industrial-organizational psychologists and data scientists.

PouchNATION

Series B in 2021
PouchNATION is a SaaS company for cashless and guest management solutions digitising the venues and events operations using intelligent NFC wearable technology in Southeast Asia. We aim to empower business owners to operate worry-free in the future.

Nordetect

Convertible Note in 2021
Nordetect IVS is a biochemical analysis company based in Copenhagen, Denmark, specializing in the development of biosensors and microfluidic chip technology for precision agriculture. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on nutrient analysis by detecting and quantifying essential macronutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium in soil. Its Lab-on-a-chip devices facilitate reliable and affordable nutrient testing, enabling agronomists and farm-service companies to deliver actionable insights to farmers regarding soil health. By providing results on the nutritional content of soil and recommendations for fertilizer application, Nordetect helps optimize crop performance and supports informed agricultural practices.

Nordetect

Convertible Note in 2020
Nordetect IVS is a biochemical analysis company based in Copenhagen, Denmark, specializing in the development of biosensors and microfluidic chip technology for precision agriculture. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on nutrient analysis by detecting and quantifying essential macronutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium in soil. Its Lab-on-a-chip devices facilitate reliable and affordable nutrient testing, enabling agronomists and farm-service companies to deliver actionable insights to farmers regarding soil health. By providing results on the nutritional content of soil and recommendations for fertilizer application, Nordetect helps optimize crop performance and supports informed agricultural practices.

Nordetect

Venture Round in 2020
Nordetect IVS is a biochemical analysis company based in Copenhagen, Denmark, specializing in the development of biosensors and microfluidic chip technology for precision agriculture. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on nutrient analysis by detecting and quantifying essential macronutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium in soil. Its Lab-on-a-chip devices facilitate reliable and affordable nutrient testing, enabling agronomists and farm-service companies to deliver actionable insights to farmers regarding soil health. By providing results on the nutritional content of soil and recommendations for fertilizer application, Nordetect helps optimize crop performance and supports informed agricultural practices.

UNL

Seed Round in 2020
UNL is a technology company that specializes in creating a smart addressing platform designed for navigation and location-based services. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Amsterdam, UNL provides unique, universal location identifiers that enhance physical locations with contextual data, improving various services, including e-commerce and mobility. Its micro-location infrastructure allows for precise mapping, accurate down to one square centimeter, enabling businesses to develop location-enabled applications and solve complex geospatial challenges. UNL's protocol can integrate into different stages of the supply chain and serves as a valuable tool for marketing and advertising, contributing to the development of the Internet of Places. This innovative approach facilitates the movement of goods and enhances interactions with the physical world, making it easier for clients to create virtual private maps and scalable services.

nura

Series A in 2020
Nura Operations Pty Ltd. is an Australian company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Brunswick. The firm specializes in the development and manufacture of innovative headphones that personalize sound based on users' neural responses to music. Its flagship product, the nuraphone, employs advanced technology to automatically assess individual hearing profiles, adapting audio output to suit each listener's unique auditory characteristics. This personalization is achieved by measuring responses from the outer ear to the brain, ensuring that the headphones deliver an optimal listening experience. Additionally, the nuraphones feature a recognition capability that identifies users upon wearing them, enhancing the personalized experience further.

Nordetect

Seed Round in 2020
Nordetect IVS is a biochemical analysis company based in Copenhagen, Denmark, specializing in the development of biosensors and microfluidic chip technology for precision agriculture. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on nutrient analysis by detecting and quantifying essential macronutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium in soil. Its Lab-on-a-chip devices facilitate reliable and affordable nutrient testing, enabling agronomists and farm-service companies to deliver actionable insights to farmers regarding soil health. By providing results on the nutritional content of soil and recommendations for fertilizer application, Nordetect helps optimize crop performance and supports informed agricultural practices.

New Factory

Seed Round in 2020
New Factory, officially known as Innovaatio Oy Uusi Tehdas, is an innovation platform located in Tampere, Finland, that focuses on supporting startups through various accelerator programs. Founded in 2009, it serves as a hub for entrepreneurs, investors, industry experts, students, and researchers, facilitating connections and collaboration within the technology community. The organization offers a range of services, including access to mentorship, co-working spaces, and industrial partnerships, aimed at fostering the development of ideas, prototypes, and products. By providing essential resources and a supportive environment, New Factory empowers startups to cultivate skills and attitudes necessary for success in their ventures.

NEUfast

Seed Round in 2019
Neufast Group Pvt Ltd is a Hong Kong-based company that specializes in advanced HR technology aimed at improving the recruitment process for businesses. Founded in 2018, Neufast offers a range of solutions, including AI-driven video interview recruitment tools that facilitate personality assessment, automatic scheduling, customizable interviews, and job-specific evaluations. The company also provides interview training services, which feature mock interviews with AI, career advice, and job analysis. Neufast's talent intelligence services cater to a diverse clientele, including multinational corporations and small to medium-sized enterprises, helping them identify and select top-performing candidates. With a focus on digitalizing recruitment processes, Neufast aims to significantly reduce time-to-hire while enhancing the overall quality of candidate selection. The company has established itself as a leader in the AI video interview recruitment sector across the Asia-Pacific region, including Greater China, supported by a team of industrial-organizational psychologists and data scientists.

UNL

Pre Seed Round in 2019
UNL is a technology company that specializes in creating a smart addressing platform designed for navigation and location-based services. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Amsterdam, UNL provides unique, universal location identifiers that enhance physical locations with contextual data, improving various services, including e-commerce and mobility. Its micro-location infrastructure allows for precise mapping, accurate down to one square centimeter, enabling businesses to develop location-enabled applications and solve complex geospatial challenges. UNL's protocol can integrate into different stages of the supply chain and serves as a valuable tool for marketing and advertising, contributing to the development of the Internet of Places. This innovative approach facilitates the movement of goods and enhances interactions with the physical world, making it easier for clients to create virtual private maps and scalable services.

nura

Series A in 2018
Nura Operations Pty Ltd. is an Australian company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Brunswick. The firm specializes in the development and manufacture of innovative headphones that personalize sound based on users' neural responses to music. Its flagship product, the nuraphone, employs advanced technology to automatically assess individual hearing profiles, adapting audio output to suit each listener's unique auditory characteristics. This personalization is achieved by measuring responses from the outer ear to the brain, ensuring that the headphones deliver an optimal listening experience. Additionally, the nuraphones feature a recognition capability that identifies users upon wearing them, enhancing the personalized experience further.

CashFi, inc.

Seed Round in 2018
CashFi, Inc. is an internet company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in the Internet of Things. Founded in 2017, CashFi offers a global sharing Wi-Fi application that allows users to earn rewards when other users access their Wi-Fi routers registered through the CashFi app. This innovative approach not only facilitates connectivity but also incentivizes users to share their internet resources.

ChefCharger

Seed Round in 2018
ChefCharger Inc. develops, manufactures, and sells charging devices made as an integrated system for restaurants, bars, and cafes. Its integrated chargers include a candleholder, drink coaster, salt and pepper holder, and customizable vase, ad stand, table display, menu display, and other tabletop decor. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.

New Factory

Seed Round in 2018
New Factory, officially known as Innovaatio Oy Uusi Tehdas, is an innovation platform located in Tampere, Finland, that focuses on supporting startups through various accelerator programs. Founded in 2009, it serves as a hub for entrepreneurs, investors, industry experts, students, and researchers, facilitating connections and collaboration within the technology community. The organization offers a range of services, including access to mentorship, co-working spaces, and industrial partnerships, aimed at fostering the development of ideas, prototypes, and products. By providing essential resources and a supportive environment, New Factory empowers startups to cultivate skills and attitudes necessary for success in their ventures.

MIFON

Seed Round in 2018
MIFON Labs PTE. Ltd., founded in 2016 and based in Singapore, is an Insurtech security company that specializes in mobile security applications designed to assist users in recovering lost or stolen mobile phones without requiring power or internet connectivity. The company primarily targets mobile-first users across India, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, currently protecting over 300,000 smartphones. Its user base consists of approximately 75% B2B partnerships with handset brands and mobile carriers, while 25% are organic users. MIFON employs machine learning algorithms to process billions of data points, enhancing user safety and security. The majority of its users, about 70%, are located in India, with 10% in the USA and the remaining 15% spread across South Asia and the Middle East and North Africa. MIFON is backed by notable investors, including VC SOSV, Mobile Only Accelerator MOX, and General Mobi from Mediatek.

nello

Convertible Note in 2018
Nello is a technology company focused on simplifying urban living through innovative solutions. It develops a smart intercom system that upgrades existing intercom units in multi-family homes, allowing residents to control access remotely via their smartphones. This keyless entry system facilitates efficient and secure access for visitors and delivery services, promoting unattended deliveries and pickups. By enhancing the functionality of traditional intercoms, nello aims to streamline logistics and improve convenience for urban dwellers.

MIFON

Seed Round in 2018
MIFON Labs PTE. Ltd., founded in 2016 and based in Singapore, is an Insurtech security company that specializes in mobile security applications designed to assist users in recovering lost or stolen mobile phones without requiring power or internet connectivity. The company primarily targets mobile-first users across India, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, currently protecting over 300,000 smartphones. Its user base consists of approximately 75% B2B partnerships with handset brands and mobile carriers, while 25% are organic users. MIFON employs machine learning algorithms to process billions of data points, enhancing user safety and security. The majority of its users, about 70%, are located in India, with 10% in the USA and the remaining 15% spread across South Asia and the Middle East and North Africa. MIFON is backed by notable investors, including VC SOSV, Mobile Only Accelerator MOX, and General Mobi from Mediatek.

Champsense

Seed Round in 2018
Champsense

NUSIC

Pre Seed Round in 2018
NUSIC is a social music platform for making mashups and remixes, powered by an AI DJ. It enables everyone to unleash their musical creativity and make their own mashups and remixes. Through a wide and comprehensive selection of creator submitted songs, NUSIC creates new mixing possibilities for the user and new revenue streams for music creators.

Nordetect

Convertible Note in 2018
Nordetect IVS is a biochemical analysis company based in Copenhagen, Denmark, specializing in the development of biosensors and microfluidic chip technology for precision agriculture. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on nutrient analysis by detecting and quantifying essential macronutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium in soil. Its Lab-on-a-chip devices facilitate reliable and affordable nutrient testing, enabling agronomists and farm-service companies to deliver actionable insights to farmers regarding soil health. By providing results on the nutritional content of soil and recommendations for fertilizer application, Nordetect helps optimize crop performance and supports informed agricultural practices.

Nuada

Convertible Note in 2018
Nuada is a company based in Braga, Portugal, focused on developing innovative systems that enhance hand function. Its products are designed for use in healthcare, sports, and professional activities, offering a safe, lightweight, and compact solution. Nuada's technology incorporates thin, breathable, and flexible smart textiles that can be customized by users. This unique enhancement aims to be a non-intrusive and affordable everyday wearable, allowing individuals to improve their hand function without being aware of the device.

Vivokey Technologies

Seed Round in 2017
VivoKey Technologies Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Seattle, Washington, specializes in developing blockchain-enabled bionic implant chips designed to enhance security and privacy for data management. The company offers innovative implant technologies that cater to various applications, including identity verification, payment solutions, and access control for personal, enterprise, and government sectors. VivoKey's secure subdermal identity platform integrates robust cryptographic data protection with the convenience of biometric systems, allowing users to replace traditional access and payment cards. Its near-field communication transponders enable features such as passwordless logins and seamless access to secure locations, effectively upgrading and securing digital identities while enhancing trust and authenticity in online interactions.

Nordetect

Seed Round in 2017
Nordetect IVS is a biochemical analysis company based in Copenhagen, Denmark, specializing in the development of biosensors and microfluidic chip technology for precision agriculture. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on nutrient analysis by detecting and quantifying essential macronutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium in soil. Its Lab-on-a-chip devices facilitate reliable and affordable nutrient testing, enabling agronomists and farm-service companies to deliver actionable insights to farmers regarding soil health. By providing results on the nutritional content of soil and recommendations for fertilizer application, Nordetect helps optimize crop performance and supports informed agricultural practices.

CashFi, inc.

Seed Round in 2017
CashFi, Inc. is an internet company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in the Internet of Things. Founded in 2017, CashFi offers a global sharing Wi-Fi application that allows users to earn rewards when other users access their Wi-Fi routers registered through the CashFi app. This innovative approach not only facilitates connectivity but also incentivizes users to share their internet resources.

nura

Seed Round in 2017
Nura Operations Pty Ltd. is an Australian company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Brunswick. The firm specializes in the development and manufacture of innovative headphones that personalize sound based on users' neural responses to music. Its flagship product, the nuraphone, employs advanced technology to automatically assess individual hearing profiles, adapting audio output to suit each listener's unique auditory characteristics. This personalization is achieved by measuring responses from the outer ear to the brain, ensuring that the headphones deliver an optimal listening experience. Additionally, the nuraphones feature a recognition capability that identifies users upon wearing them, enhancing the personalized experience further.

Nuada

Convertible Note in 2017
Nuada is a company based in Braga, Portugal, focused on developing innovative systems that enhance hand function. Its products are designed for use in healthcare, sports, and professional activities, offering a safe, lightweight, and compact solution. Nuada's technology incorporates thin, breathable, and flexible smart textiles that can be customized by users. This unique enhancement aims to be a non-intrusive and affordable everyday wearable, allowing individuals to improve their hand function without being aware of the device.

Nuada

Seed Round in 2017
Nuada is a company based in Braga, Portugal, focused on developing innovative systems that enhance hand function. Its products are designed for use in healthcare, sports, and professional activities, offering a safe, lightweight, and compact solution. Nuada's technology incorporates thin, breathable, and flexible smart textiles that can be customized by users. This unique enhancement aims to be a non-intrusive and affordable everyday wearable, allowing individuals to improve their hand function without being aware of the device.

Naran

Convertible Note in 2017
Naran was founded by Taehyun Park after he spent several years wandering around Silicon Valley, Redmond, and Tokyo working for Google, Microsoft, and ING Life. Operating out of “Book City” in Korea and San Jose in the U.S., Naran is hard at work developing Prota, a hardware and software ecosystem designed to bring users’ homes to life.

Fantasee

Seed Round in 2017
Fantasee is a mobile game provider that lets users participate in various fantasy sport leagues. Fantasee is first launching FunCricket in India.

Fantasee

Convertible Note in 2017
Fantasee is a mobile game provider that lets users participate in various fantasy sport leagues. Fantasee is first launching FunCricket in India.

Neo Network Development

Convertible Note in 2016
Neo Network Development Inc. was founded in March of 2013 in response to the exponential growth and market demand for vertical infrastructure, professional deployment consulting, turn key and wireless network development services. Neo has a strong focus on small cell, DAS and Heterogeneous network architectures. Neo specializes in the acquisition and management of municipal and privately owned real estate property for telecommunication and wireless carrier use. In concert with the vertical infrastructure solutions, Neo offers a full suite of professional consulting, project and program management, network design, engineering, development, construction and integration services.

Neo Network Development

Convertible Note in 2016
Neo Network Development Inc. was founded in March of 2013 in response to the exponential growth and market demand for vertical infrastructure, professional deployment consulting, turn key and wireless network development services. Neo has a strong focus on small cell, DAS and Heterogeneous network architectures. Neo specializes in the acquisition and management of municipal and privately owned real estate property for telecommunication and wireless carrier use. In concert with the vertical infrastructure solutions, Neo offers a full suite of professional consulting, project and program management, network design, engineering, development, construction and integration services.

nello

Venture Round in 2016
Nello is a technology company focused on simplifying urban living through innovative solutions. It develops a smart intercom system that upgrades existing intercom units in multi-family homes, allowing residents to control access remotely via their smartphones. This keyless entry system facilitates efficient and secure access for visitors and delivery services, promoting unattended deliveries and pickups. By enhancing the functionality of traditional intercoms, nello aims to streamline logistics and improve convenience for urban dwellers.

Neo Network Development

Convertible Note in 2016
Neo Network Development Inc. was founded in March of 2013 in response to the exponential growth and market demand for vertical infrastructure, professional deployment consulting, turn key and wireless network development services. Neo has a strong focus on small cell, DAS and Heterogeneous network architectures. Neo specializes in the acquisition and management of municipal and privately owned real estate property for telecommunication and wireless carrier use. In concert with the vertical infrastructure solutions, Neo offers a full suite of professional consulting, project and program management, network design, engineering, development, construction and integration services.

nura

Seed Round in 2016
Nura Operations Pty Ltd. is an Australian company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Brunswick. The firm specializes in the development and manufacture of innovative headphones that personalize sound based on users' neural responses to music. Its flagship product, the nuraphone, employs advanced technology to automatically assess individual hearing profiles, adapting audio output to suit each listener's unique auditory characteristics. This personalization is achieved by measuring responses from the outer ear to the brain, ensuring that the headphones deliver an optimal listening experience. Additionally, the nuraphones feature a recognition capability that identifies users upon wearing them, enhancing the personalized experience further.

BitNexo

Seed Round in 2015
BitNexo facilitates International money transfers between Asia and Latin America using Bitcoin in the background. They remove the barriers to use Bitcoin´s advantages to benefit their customers. Bitnexo provides payment solutions, remittances, and consulting.

Ninu

Seed Round in 2015
Ninu is a free app that provides information about the entire nine months of pregnancy and tips on health, nutrition, and baby’s development stages. It offers personalized pregnancy information for mothers-to-be, their partners, and doctors. Wearable sensors collect data such as baby movements, pains, baby kicks, stress level, and sleep patterns to provide insights on issues like preterm birth risks, pains, and lifestyle. Visualized data enables pregnant mothers to objectively discuss symptoms with doctors and the Ninu community. Ninu is operated from Munich, Germany.

foc.us

Pre Seed Round in 2013
foc.us is a tDCS headset for gamers. Overclock your brain using transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) to increase the plasticity of your brain. Make your synapses fire faster.

NextGoals

Seed Round in 2011
NextGoals is a development stage company based in China, founded in 2011, focused on health and fitness motivation. The company is developing an innovative wristband tracker designed to monitor physical activity by calculating steps taken, calories burned, distance traveled, and pace. This tracker utilizes motion data and connects to an online platform that facilitates social networking, allowing users to share their goals and progress with friends. By combining goal setting, accountability, and principled action, NextGoals aims to help individuals stay motivated in their pursuit of fitness and wellness.
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