iD Ventures America, LLC is a venture capital firm based in Santa Clara, California, founded in 1998. It specializes in bridge financing and growth capital investments, focusing on various stages of company development, including incubation, seed, early stage, and expansion rounds. The firm primarily invests in sectors such as wireless technologies, medical and wellness solutions, advanced semiconductor technology, robotics, artificial intelligence, smart sensors, and advanced network technologies. With a preference for companies located in North America, particularly the United States and Canada, iD Ventures America also seeks opportunities in Greater China and Taiwan. The firm typically invests between $0.5 million and $3 million and may take board seats in its portfolio companies. As a registered investment adviser, iD Ventures America aims to support the intellectual development of the new economy through strategic venture investments.
BioIntelliSense, Inc. specializes in healthcare devices and a data services platform designed for continuous remote health monitoring and predictive analytics. The company offers medical-grade wearable devices, including the BioButton and BioSticker, which facilitate the monitoring of vital signs and symptoms, particularly in relation to COVID-19. These devices track a variety of health metrics, such as skin temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, and activity levels, enabling comprehensive health assessments. BioIntelliSense's platform captures multi-parameter vital signs and physiological data, providing clinicians with high-resolution patient trends and reports. This technology supports remote patient monitoring and enhances clinical insights, promoting a seamless transition of care from hospitals to home settings. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Golden, Colorado, BioIntelliSense aims to improve health screening and remote monitoring through innovative solutions.
CellMax Life
Series C in 2021
CellMax Life is a biotechnology company focused on transforming early cancer detection and prevention through innovative diagnostics. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in California, the company operates offices in Silicon Valley and Taiwan. Its primary offering is a clinically validated blood test designed to identify cancer at its earliest stages, utilizing a proprietary platform that includes a microfluidic chip, antibodies, and imaging software. This technology addresses the significant challenge of detecting rare circulating tumor cells in pre-cancer and early-stage patients, enabling timely diagnosis through affordable biopsy tests before symptoms appear. Funded by a U.S. venture capital firm and supported by technology industrialists in Taiwan, CellMax Life is committed to improving patient outcomes through early intervention.
Ixcela
Venture Round in 2020
Ixcela operates in the healthcare industry focusing on the biotechnology business. The company was incorporated in 2012 and is based in Bedford, Massachusetts. It is a health and wellness company that helps individuals improve their internal health. Ixcela provides a comprehensive approach to determining gut microbiome dysbiosis and providing actionable solutions to restoring proper gut microbiome health.
GrandPad
Venture Round in 2020
Connecting with others in your world should be simple, easy and fun. But with new complex technology emerging every day, the communication gap is growing. grandPad is the solution. Effortlessly share photos, music, memories and more with friends and family of all ages.
Labrador Systems
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Labrador Systems, Inc. is a technology company based in Oak Park, California, focused on developing assistive robots to enhance daily living. Founded in 2017, the company aims to improve the quality of life for individuals by creating a new generation of personal robots that address everyday needs. By leveraging advanced robotics hardware and software, Labrador Systems designs practical applications to support home health and assist individuals in their daily activities.
Soovu Labs, Inc.
Series A in 2019
Soovu Labs, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in developing innovative, drug-free solutions for chronic pain relief. Founded by two pain management physicians from the University of Washington Medical Center, the company has created a wearable device that utilizes pulsed heat technology to alleviate lower back and menstrual pain. The device, which is clinically proven and FDA registered, emits precise heat pulses to disrupt pain signals and provide soothing relief. In addition to the wearable, Soovu Labs offers a companion application that delivers personalized coaching, movement exercises, and relaxation techniques to enhance the overall pain management experience. With a focus on helping individuals recover from injuries and manage chronic and arthritic pain, Soovu Labs aims to improve quality of life and workplace productivity without relying on pharmaceuticals.
QED Labs, Inc.
Venture Round in 2018
QED Labs, Inc operates in the technology industry.
Carewave Medical
Venture Round in 2018
Carewave Medical is dedicated to providing non-invasive products to alleviate the suffering of those with moderate to severe pain. Its products incorporate the patented Pulse Heat Technology to delivers a revolutionary integrated pain management system.
Physera
Seed Round in 2017
Physera, Inc. is a company focused on delivering digital musculoskeletal care by connecting patients with physical therapists through a mobile application. Founded in 2015 and based in Palo Alto, California, the platform provides patients suffering from musculoskeletal injuries with access to tailored workout plans, along with features such as in-app animations and voice prompts designed to facilitate exercise therapy and alleviate pain. The application collects data to help assess the effectiveness of these routines, enabling physical therapists to create targeted recovery and maintenance plans that can be coordinated remotely. Physera serves a diverse clientele, including patients with muscular pain, self-insured employers, and large health plans. As of May 2020, Physera operates as a subsidiary of Omada Health, Inc.
BBB
Series A in 2016
BBB Tech, based in Silicon Valley, is a mobile healthcare technology startup that focuses on providing accessible medical services. The company has developed "Elemark," an Android-powered mobile blood diagnostic device capable of testing for over 50 medical conditions in a matter of seconds using just one drop of blood. This innovative device is part of an integrated service platform that leverages artificial intelligence to analyze blood biomarkers, facilitating early detection of cancer and severe disorders. By enabling patients to conduct regular tests from the comfort of their homes, BBB Tech allows for effective remote monitoring of health markers by physicians, thus promoting timely medical intervention and enhancing overall health management. Established in 2014, BBB Tech has received recognition in various startup competitions, highlighting its commitment to revolutionizing the healthcare landscape.
ATS Advanced Telematic Systems GmbH
Series B in 2015
ATS Advanced Telematic Systems GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in software solutions for connected cars, catering to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers. As a subsidiary of HERE Global B.V., the company focuses on providing secure over-the-air (OTA) software management solutions that meet high certification standards. ATS leverages its extensive experience in the automotive sector to address the complexities of cloud-based backend systems and vehicle architectures. The company actively participates in international alliances, contributing to OTA initiatives within organizations such as GENIVI and Automotive Grade Linux (AGL). Through its innovative technologies, ATS aims to enhance the efficiency and safety of connected vehicle operations.
Roominate
Seed Round in 2015
Roominate’s mission is to inspire the next generation to have fun with STEM subjects: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, and to help develop spatial and fine motor skills, engage hands-on problem solving skills, boost self-confidence, and teach basic circuitry. Roominate was named TIME's #1 Toy of 2014 and has earned the Oppenheim Platinum award two years running.
Ginkgo Bioworks
Series B in 2015
Ginkgo Bioworks is a biotechnology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 2008. It specializes in biological engineering, designing and developing custom microbes and organisms for various applications. The company discovers and licenses molecules used in flavors, sweeteners, cosmetic ingredients, crop treatments, and pharmaceuticals. Additionally, it offers probiotic bacteria aimed at protecting against infections and creates libraries of molecules for natural product discovery. Ginkgo Bioworks operates primarily in the markets of cultured ingredients, carbon mitigation, probiotics, and biosecurity. The biosecurity segment, which generates the majority of the company's revenue, provides data analytics and related services to organizations across diverse sectors, including food, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemicals.
Locix
Series A in 2015
Locix develops solutions to provide spatial and contextual awareness to buildings, homes, and connected devices. The company solutions uniquely capture location, visual, and sensor data and combine them with advanced data analytics to provide spatial awareness and enable actionable insights for automated decision making. It is backed by several venture and strategic investors including ID Ventures, University of Tokyo Edge Capital, Murata Manufacturing, NTT Docomo Ventures, Sumitomo Corporation of Americas, iRobot, Yaskawa Information Systems, Yaskawa Electric, and Acer Ventures. Locix was founded in 2015 and is based in Silicon Valley.
mCube
Series C in 2014
mCube is the provider of the world’s smallest MEMS motion sensors, key enablers for the new Internet of Moving Things. As a technology leader, mCube aspires to put a MEMS motion sensor on anything that moves, improving the way consumers live and interact with technology.
LuxVue Technology
Series B in 2012
LuxVue Technology Corporation develops low-power, microLED-based displays for consumer electronics applications. LuxVue Technology Corporation was formerly known as Papierlos Corporation. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Santa Clara, California.
Striiv
Series A in 2011
Striiv specializes in creating portable fitness devices and mobile applications aimed at promoting physical activity and health. The company designs custom wearable smartwatches that monitor various daily activities, including steps taken, distance traveled, calories burned, active time, and sleep quality. These devices encourage users to engage in fitness through interactive features such as games, personalized goals, and opportunities for charitable donations. By making everyday activities more engaging, Striiv aims to help individuals and fitness enthusiasts lead healthier and more active lives.
Zeo
Series C in 2011
Zeo was a manufacturer of a sleep monitor in the form of a headband, that contained an EEG unit monitoring the user's brain waves. The sleep monitor was able to detect and record sleep stages, and awake at the optimal time, in light sleep. Using analytics, users were provided with recommendations based on each individual's sleeping patterns. Zeo has stopped operating in [December 2012](http://techcrunch.com/2013/05/22/sleep-tracking-startup-zeo-says-goodnight/), and Q2 2013, it quietly shut down. According to founder Dave Dickinson, problems included the business model, with a "suboptimal profit margin", invasiveness of the headband device for some user, and friction caused by the user having to log into the website to enter additional data. Moreover, the [sleep data was not necessarily suitable for a small mobile screen](http://mobihealthnews.com/22410/can-personal-health-data-motivate-behavioral-change-it-depends/).
Zeo
Series C in 2009
Zeo was a manufacturer of a sleep monitor in the form of a headband, that contained an EEG unit monitoring the user's brain waves. The sleep monitor was able to detect and record sleep stages, and awake at the optimal time, in light sleep. Using analytics, users were provided with recommendations based on each individual's sleeping patterns. Zeo has stopped operating in [December 2012](http://techcrunch.com/2013/05/22/sleep-tracking-startup-zeo-says-goodnight/), and Q2 2013, it quietly shut down. According to founder Dave Dickinson, problems included the business model, with a "suboptimal profit margin", invasiveness of the headband device for some user, and friction caused by the user having to log into the website to enter additional data. Moreover, the [sleep data was not necessarily suitable for a small mobile screen](http://mobihealthnews.com/22410/can-personal-health-data-motivate-behavioral-change-it-depends/).
Zeo
Series B in 2008
Zeo was a manufacturer of a sleep monitor in the form of a headband, that contained an EEG unit monitoring the user's brain waves. The sleep monitor was able to detect and record sleep stages, and awake at the optimal time, in light sleep. Using analytics, users were provided with recommendations based on each individual's sleeping patterns. Zeo has stopped operating in [December 2012](http://techcrunch.com/2013/05/22/sleep-tracking-startup-zeo-says-goodnight/), and Q2 2013, it quietly shut down. According to founder Dave Dickinson, problems included the business model, with a "suboptimal profit margin", invasiveness of the headband device for some user, and friction caused by the user having to log into the website to enter additional data. Moreover, the [sleep data was not necessarily suitable for a small mobile screen](http://mobihealthnews.com/22410/can-personal-health-data-motivate-behavioral-change-it-depends/).
CHiL Semiconductor
Series C in 2008
CHiL Semiconductor specializes in the design, development, and marketing of mixed-signal semiconductor products, particularly focusing on power management integrated circuits (ICs). The company employs digital power techniques to create high-performance and efficient solutions tailored for the desktop, server, and notebook markets. By targeting various segments within the computing industry, including personal computers and motherboards, CHiL Semiconductor aims to deliver flexible and effective power management solutions in high volumes.
WiQuest Communications
Series C in 2007
WiQuest Communications is a fabless semiconductor company designing and developing complete WiMedia-based ultrawideband (UWB) solutions focused on ultra high speed, short range applications. WiQuest’s complete solution offering includes chipset, software and reference designs. WiQuest’s technology enables a new class of applications for wireless connectivity to PC, consumer electronics and mobile systems – enabling The New Frontier of Wireless™. WiQuest Communications closed operation on 2008 Oct.
Fortressware
Series A in 2007
Fortressware, Inc. specializes in securing data and intellectual property for outsourcing providers. The company offers the Fortressware Secure Team suite, which includes various modules designed to enhance security and management. Foresee identifies intellectual property vulnerabilities and establishes access policies, while Forewarn monitors global activities for potential compromises and assesses actual data against plans. The Forward module manages and replicates the Fortress Capsule, securing virtual workspaces, and the Fortress module enforces access policies in real time to maintain project environment security. Based in Los Altos, California, Fortressware aims to provide comprehensive solutions for businesses to protect their critical information.
WiQuest Communications
Series B in 2006
WiQuest Communications is a fabless semiconductor company designing and developing complete WiMedia-based ultrawideband (UWB) solutions focused on ultra high speed, short range applications. WiQuest’s complete solution offering includes chipset, software and reference designs. WiQuest’s technology enables a new class of applications for wireless connectivity to PC, consumer electronics and mobile systems – enabling The New Frontier of Wireless™. WiQuest Communications closed operation on 2008 Oct.
OnVantage
Series B in 2006
As of December 29, 2006, OnVantage, Inc. was acquired by StarCite, Inc. OnVantage, Inc. provides corporate spend management and supplier marketing technology for global professional meetings and events market. The company's products and services include spend management suite, sourcing management, Attendee Management solution, consulting, and sourcing and planning. Through its Marketplace for Meetings, the company connects various Fortune 500 companies, corporations, and associations to a global network of hotel properties and meeting suppliers. The company operates a searched online database for meetings and events, where various meeting professionals conduct searches daily. OnVantage was formed in 2004 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with sales and customer service operations in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Hong Kong.
Centrality Communications
Series D in 2005
Centrality Communications, Inc. was acquired by SiRF Technology Holdings Inc. Centrality Communications, Inc., a fabless semiconductor company, delivers platform solutions for the navigation infotainment devices and systems market. It develops GPS navigation infotainment system platforms. The company offers a navigation processor family that focus on solving navigation problems, such as cost, GPS performance, and navigation and multimedia functionality. Its navigation processor family includes Atlas-I, a GPS engine and entry level platform, which targets baseline systems for the mainstream consumer; and Atlas-II processor that targets GPS navigation infotainment systems. The company also provides ATLAS-H, a type handheld processor, which delivers integration for portable navigation devices and handheld navigation terminals.
iRobot
Venture Round in 2004
iRobot Corporation is a consumer robotics company founded in 1990 by roboticists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and is headquartered in Bedford, Massachusetts. The company designs and manufactures a range of robots aimed at simplifying household tasks, including the well-known Roomba vacuum cleaning robots, Braava mopping robots, and Terra robotic lawn mowers. iRobot's products leverage advanced technologies in navigation, mobility, and artificial intelligence to provide efficient cleaning solutions both indoors and outdoors. The company has sold over 15 million home robots globally, transforming how consumers manage their cleaning routines. iRobot distributes its products through various channels, including retail outlets, online stores, and resellers, generating revenue primarily from product sales. With a commitment to innovation, iRobot continues to enhance its portfolio of solutions aimed at improving daily life for consumers worldwide.
BCD Semiconductor
Series C in 2004
BCD Semiconductor Corp. markets and sells analog and mixed signal interface circuits. Its products include linear regulator interface circuits, AC/DC and DC/DC switching converters, standard linear interface circuits, motor drivers, and audio power amplifiers. BCD Semiconductor Corp. is based in Fremont, California. BCD Semiconductor Corp. operates as a subsidiary of BCD Semiconductor Manufacturing Limited.
iRobot
Venture Round in 2003
iRobot Corporation is a consumer robotics company founded in 1990 by roboticists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and is headquartered in Bedford, Massachusetts. The company designs and manufactures a range of robots aimed at simplifying household tasks, including the well-known Roomba vacuum cleaning robots, Braava mopping robots, and Terra robotic lawn mowers. iRobot's products leverage advanced technologies in navigation, mobility, and artificial intelligence to provide efficient cleaning solutions both indoors and outdoors. The company has sold over 15 million home robots globally, transforming how consumers manage their cleaning routines. iRobot distributes its products through various channels, including retail outlets, online stores, and resellers, generating revenue primarily from product sales. With a commitment to innovation, iRobot continues to enhance its portfolio of solutions aimed at improving daily life for consumers worldwide.
HelloSoft
Series A in 2003
HelloSoft (www.hellosoft.com) is one of the world's leading providers of V.VoIP and wireless LAN technologies. HelloSoft supplies both software and emiconductor connectivity intellectual property to semiconductor manufacturers, and supplies software intellectual property to major ODMs/OEMs and also to tier 1 service providers/operators who offer VoIP and Video over IP services. The HelloSoft business model is based on licensing fees and royalty payments. HelloSoft has a workforce of 85 people including an R&D facility in Hyderabad, India with corporate and sales offices in San Jose, California in the heart of Silicon Valley, with sales distributors and representatives worldwide. HelloSoft is led by company founder and CEO, Krishna Yarlagadda, who is supported by an experienced and highly innovative team. Imagination expects Krishna and his team to continue to remain actively involved in developing the HelloSoft product set. In addition Krishna Yarlagadda will assume the role of President, Imagination Technologies USA.
Monolithic Power Systems
Series D in 2002
Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. is a semiconductor company based in Kirkland, Washington, specializing in integrated power management solutions for various sectors, including consumer electronics, automotive, industrial, and communications. Founded in 1997, the company designs and markets direct current (DC) to DC integrated circuits that efficiently convert and control voltages for a wide range of electronic devices, such as portable electronics, computers, and medical equipment. Additionally, it provides lighting control integrated circuits for LCD backlighting applications in monitors and televisions. Monolithic Power Systems utilizes a fabless manufacturing model, collaborating with third-party foundries to leverage its proprietary fabrication processes. The company's expertise in system-level design and analog technology enables it to work closely with customers, identifying new product opportunities and enhancing energy efficiency in end systems. It sells its products through distributors and directly to original equipment manufacturers and design manufacturers across multiple regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America.
Luxnet
Venture Round in 2001
LuxNet Corporation specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of optical semiconductor devices and packaged optical components, primarily based in Taoyuan City, Taiwan. Founded in 1999, the company produces a range of products, including laser and photodiode chips, transmitters, receivers, and optical sub-assemblies. These components facilitate high-speed voice, video, and data communications across various applications, such as networking, storage, and cable television. In addition to its core manufacturing activities, LuxNet is also involved in the processing and sale of electronic components and active components for optical communication. Its operations extend beyond Taiwan to include markets in China and the United States.
iRobot
Venture Round in 2001
iRobot Corporation is a consumer robotics company founded in 1990 by roboticists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and is headquartered in Bedford, Massachusetts. The company designs and manufactures a range of robots aimed at simplifying household tasks, including the well-known Roomba vacuum cleaning robots, Braava mopping robots, and Terra robotic lawn mowers. iRobot's products leverage advanced technologies in navigation, mobility, and artificial intelligence to provide efficient cleaning solutions both indoors and outdoors. The company has sold over 15 million home robots globally, transforming how consumers manage their cleaning routines. iRobot distributes its products through various channels, including retail outlets, online stores, and resellers, generating revenue primarily from product sales. With a commitment to innovation, iRobot continues to enhance its portfolio of solutions aimed at improving daily life for consumers worldwide.
VillageBuzz.com
Venture Round in 2000
An online local buying guide.
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