MiniMax
Seed Round in 2022
Founded in December 2021, MiniMax has been dedicated to the development of large-scale AI models from its inception. Its focus on cutting-edge research and practical applications has established it as a leader in the field. In April 2023, MiniMax launched its API platform, enabling enterprises to access large language model capabilities. By June, it introduced Talkie, an AI-native character community application aimed at international markets. November 2023 saw the release of MiniMax’s speech large model, further expanding its multimodal capabilities. In April 2024, MiniMax debuted the abab6.5 series, featuring a trillion-parameter MoE architecture, alongside the launch of the Hailuo AI App. September 2024 marked the release of Hailuo AI Video, empowering creators with AI-driven video tools. In November, MiniMax unveiled the abab7-preview model, pushing the boundaries of AI in text, mathematics, and multimedia processing. Today, MiniMax’s models handle 3 billion daily interactions, process over 3 trillion tokens, generate 20 million images, and produce 70,000 hours of speech every day, demonstrating its profound impact on global AI innovation.
Mech-Mind Robotics
Series C in 2022
Mech-Mind Robotics Technologies, founded in 2016 and based in Beijing, China, specializes in manufacturing smart cameras and developing AI-powered software for the logistics industry. The company produces a range of cameras, including the Mech-Eye Smart Camera, designed for tasks such as object recognition, depalletizing, assembly, sorting, and locating. Mech-Mind's technology integrates 3D vision with artificial intelligence, enabling robots to recognize objects of various shapes and sizes. With over 10,000 cameras deployed across more than 50 countries, Mech-Mind Robotics supports partners and system integrators in addressing complex automation challenges, including logistics parcel picking and related operations. The company also maintains an office in Munich, Germany, and a sales office in Shanghai, China.
VisionNav Robotics
Series C in 2021
VisionNav Robotics Limited specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of autonomous industrial vehicles and solutions for intralogistics automation. Founded in 2015 and based in Shenzhen, China, the company utilizes advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, environmental perception, deep learning, and servo control to create a range of products, including unmanned forklifts and tractors. VisionNav offers a variety of automated vehicles tailored for both indoor and outdoor environments, addressing the needs of sectors such as e-commerce logistics, aviation logistics, and retail. The company has achieved notable advancements in material storage and navigation capabilities, enabling efficient operations in narrow spaces and complex logistics scenarios. With a strong portfolio of projects across over 50 companies in diverse industries, VisionNav Robotics is committed to enhancing global logistics efficiency through innovative driverless solutions.
Mech-Mind Robotics
Series C in 2021
Mech-Mind Robotics Technologies, founded in 2016 and based in Beijing, China, specializes in manufacturing smart cameras and developing AI-powered software for the logistics industry. The company produces a range of cameras, including the Mech-Eye Smart Camera, designed for tasks such as object recognition, depalletizing, assembly, sorting, and locating. Mech-Mind's technology integrates 3D vision with artificial intelligence, enabling robots to recognize objects of various shapes and sizes. With over 10,000 cameras deployed across more than 50 countries, Mech-Mind Robotics supports partners and system integrators in addressing complex automation challenges, including logistics parcel picking and related operations. The company also maintains an office in Munich, Germany, and a sales office in Shanghai, China.
SURREN.AI
Seed Round in 2021
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SmartMore
Series B in 2021
SmartMore is a developer and operator of smart industrial platforms aimed at enhancing manufacturing optimization and intelligent manufacturing. The company integrates artificial intelligence and related technologies to deliver solutions that include intelligent industrial platforms, integrated equipment, and digital intelligence media. By focusing on the synergy between scientific research and industry, SmartMore seeks to innovate continuously and restructure AI systems to improve machine understanding. Its offerings provide industrial users with essential services for manufacturing optimization and digitalization, facilitating a more efficient and advanced industrial landscape.
VisionNav Robotics
Series B in 2021
VisionNav Robotics Limited specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of autonomous industrial vehicles and solutions for intralogistics automation. Founded in 2015 and based in Shenzhen, China, the company utilizes advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, environmental perception, deep learning, and servo control to create a range of products, including unmanned forklifts and tractors. VisionNav offers a variety of automated vehicles tailored for both indoor and outdoor environments, addressing the needs of sectors such as e-commerce logistics, aviation logistics, and retail. The company has achieved notable advancements in material storage and navigation capabilities, enabling efficient operations in narrow spaces and complex logistics scenarios. With a strong portfolio of projects across over 50 companies in diverse industries, VisionNav Robotics is committed to enhancing global logistics efficiency through innovative driverless solutions.
SmartMore
Series A in 2020
SmartMore is a developer and operator of smart industrial platforms aimed at enhancing manufacturing optimization and intelligent manufacturing. The company integrates artificial intelligence and related technologies to deliver solutions that include intelligent industrial platforms, integrated equipment, and digital intelligence media. By focusing on the synergy between scientific research and industry, SmartMore seeks to innovate continuously and restructure AI systems to improve machine understanding. Its offerings provide industrial users with essential services for manufacturing optimization and digitalization, facilitating a more efficient and advanced industrial landscape.
SmartMore
Seed Round in 2020
SmartMore is a developer and operator of smart industrial platforms aimed at enhancing manufacturing optimization and intelligent manufacturing. The company integrates artificial intelligence and related technologies to deliver solutions that include intelligent industrial platforms, integrated equipment, and digital intelligence media. By focusing on the synergy between scientific research and industry, SmartMore seeks to innovate continuously and restructure AI systems to improve machine understanding. Its offerings provide industrial users with essential services for manufacturing optimization and digitalization, facilitating a more efficient and advanced industrial landscape.
SmartMore
Angel Round in 2020
SmartMore is a developer and operator of smart industrial platforms aimed at enhancing manufacturing optimization and intelligent manufacturing. The company integrates artificial intelligence and related technologies to deliver solutions that include intelligent industrial platforms, integrated equipment, and digital intelligence media. By focusing on the synergy between scientific research and industry, SmartMore seeks to innovate continuously and restructure AI systems to improve machine understanding. Its offerings provide industrial users with essential services for manufacturing optimization and digitalization, facilitating a more efficient and advanced industrial landscape.
StradVision
Series B in 2019
StradVision, Inc. specializes in developing advanced perception algorithms designed to enhance the capabilities of vehicles in recognizing and understanding their surroundings. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, with additional offices in California, Japan, India, China, and Germany, the company provides solutions such as SVNet External for external vehicle perception and SVNet Internal for monitoring driver and passenger status. StradVision's technology supports advanced driver assistance systems and autonomous vehicle applications, utilizing camera-based perception AI and LiDAR to ensure safety and accuracy in real-time object detection and classification. The company has achieved notable rankings in technology evaluations and holds over 60 issued patents, with more than 150 pending, reflecting its commitment to innovation in the automotive sector. Its auto labeling tool enhances data training efficiency, minimizing the need for human intervention and facilitating the development of reliable self-driving capabilities.
Benewake is a prominent manufacturer and developer of solid-state LiDAR sensors and solutions, primarily aimed at enhancing the development of autonomous driving technologies. The company offers a range of LiDAR products, including basic flash LiDAR and 3D LiDAR, which are mass-produced and certified for various applications. These products are utilized in autonomous vehicles for collision avoidance, as well as in drones for logistics and agricultural purposes, intelligent transportation systems, robots for smart homes, and automated guided vehicles for logistics and warehouse management. Benewake has established strong connections with top-tier global investors and has successfully launched its LiDAR solutions in markets across Europe, America, and Asia-Pacific, all while protecting its intellectual property rights.
PENSEES Technology is an artificial intelligence company based in China, specializing in computer vision and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. The company focuses on delivering integrated application solutions across various industries, utilizing advanced visual analysis technology to enhance its offerings. PENSEES develops and provides a range of industrial products, solutions, and technical services aimed at applications in safe city initiatives, intelligent transportation systems, intelligent communities, and security analysis. Through its innovative approach, PENSEES seeks to deepen the impact of AI technologies in practical, real-world scenarios.
Arraiy, Inc. is a company based in Palo Alto, California, focused on developing an AI-driven production platform for the motion picture and television industry. Founded in 2016 and formerly known as opencv.ai, Arraiy utilizes computer vision and machine learning to enhance the filmmaking process. The company collaborates with major studios, industry veterans, and award-winning artists to innovate visual storytelling and integrate real and virtual worlds seamlessly. Through its platform, Arraiy aims to empower creators with greater creative freedom and redefine the standards of visual content production. As of July 2020, Arraiy operates as a subsidiary of Matterport, Inc.
Kuandeng Technology
Series A in 2018
Kuandeng is a technology company focused on developing applications for autonomous driving through intelligent crowdsourcing of maps. The firm utilizes advanced technologies such as deep learning, image recognition, 3D vision, robotics, and big data cloud services to enhance the reliability and safety of autonomous driving systems. By collaborating with various car manufacturers, Kuandeng aims to commercialize its autonomous driving technologies, thereby improving user experience and safety while driving. Founded by Liu Jun, a former vice president of Baidu, Kuandeng has successfully secured significant financing to support its innovations in the field of autonomous driving.
SenseTime
Series B in 2017
SenseTime Group Limited is an artificial intelligence company specializing in computer vision and deep learning technologies. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Beijing, China, the company develops a wide range of AI solutions, including face and body analysis, image and video recognition, autonomous driving technologies, and medical image analysis. SenseTime's proprietary AI infrastructure, SenseCore, supports scalable and efficient AI software platforms tailored for various applications across sectors such as smart cities, intelligent transportation, healthcare, and finance. The company is also active in advancing industry standards related to data security and ethical AI practices, having contributed to numerous national and international guidelines. With a presence in multiple countries, including Japan, Singapore, and several locations in China, SenseTime aims to drive innovation and foster sustainable productivity through its AI technologies.
Arraiy, Inc. is a company based in Palo Alto, California, focused on developing an AI-driven production platform for the motion picture and television industry. Founded in 2016 and formerly known as opencv.ai, Arraiy utilizes computer vision and machine learning to enhance the filmmaking process. The company collaborates with major studios, industry veterans, and award-winning artists to innovate visual storytelling and integrate real and virtual worlds seamlessly. Through its platform, Arraiy aims to empower creators with greater creative freedom and redefine the standards of visual content production. As of July 2020, Arraiy operates as a subsidiary of Matterport, Inc.
Zoox Inc. is a California-based robotics company focused on designing and developing self-driving vehicles. Founded in 2014 by Tim Kentley-Klay and Dr. Jesse Levinson, Zoox aims to create advanced autonomous mobility solutions that address the future needs of urban transportation. The company employs a multidisciplinary approach, integrating design, computer science, and electro-mechanical engineering to innovate in the field of mobility. In addition to vehicle development, Zoox manages a fleet of cars and offers vehicle rental services. Since September 2020, Zoox has operated as a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., enhancing its resources and capabilities in the evolving landscape of autonomous transportation.
DKVISION is a developer focused on creating advanced immersive virtual and augmented reality applications, along with the necessary hardware to support these technologies. The company utilizes cutting-edge computer vision technology to enhance user experiences, delivering cinematic-quality visuals that engage and captivate users. By combining hardware and software, DKVISION aims to push the boundaries of immersive experiences in various applications.
Benewake is a prominent manufacturer and developer of solid-state LiDAR sensors and solutions, primarily aimed at enhancing the development of autonomous driving technologies. The company offers a range of LiDAR products, including basic flash LiDAR and 3D LiDAR, which are mass-produced and certified for various applications. These products are utilized in autonomous vehicles for collision avoidance, as well as in drones for logistics and agricultural purposes, intelligent transportation systems, robots for smart homes, and automated guided vehicles for logistics and warehouse management. Benewake has established strong connections with top-tier global investors and has successfully launched its LiDAR solutions in markets across Europe, America, and Asia-Pacific, all while protecting its intellectual property rights.
uSens, Inc. is a company based in San Jose, California, that specializes in developing human-computer interaction solutions, particularly in the fields of augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR). Founded in 2013, uSens is known for its innovative products such as Fingo, a sensing device that captures finger gestures and activities, and uSensAR, an augmented reality engine designed for low-end cameras and sensors. The company's technology includes advanced inside-out hand and position tracking solutions, utilizing computer vision and deep learning algorithms to enhance user experiences across mobile and tethered AR/VR platforms. uSens' software is compatible with a variety of devices, including popular VR headsets and mobile platforms, allowing gaming and content developers to create immersive experiences. With teams in both the United States and China, uSens aims to bridge the gap between the virtual and real worlds, facilitating the development of interactive applications that engage users through gesture recognition and positional tracking.
SenseTime
Series A in 2014
SenseTime Group Limited is an artificial intelligence company specializing in computer vision and deep learning technologies. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Beijing, China, the company develops a wide range of AI solutions, including face and body analysis, image and video recognition, autonomous driving technologies, and medical image analysis. SenseTime's proprietary AI infrastructure, SenseCore, supports scalable and efficient AI software platforms tailored for various applications across sectors such as smart cities, intelligent transportation, healthcare, and finance. The company is also active in advancing industry standards related to data security and ethical AI practices, having contributed to numerous national and international guidelines. With a presence in multiple countries, including Japan, Singapore, and several locations in China, SenseTime aims to drive innovation and foster sustainable productivity through its AI technologies.
Xiaoi Robot
Series B in 2007
Xiaoi Robot is an intelligent robot technology provider and platform operator that is specialized in the long-term technology research and development of smart robots. The company covers businesses in telecommunication, finance, government, e-commerce, smart household appliances, automobiles, and other industries. After the constant verification and optimization of actual programs over the past decades, Xiaoi Robot now has the largest industrial knowledge base and encyclopedia base in multiple industries and sectors in the world. It also possesses an advanced intelligent human-machine dialogue engine, which ensures that its robot system process. Established in 2001, Xiaoi Robot has been awarded with many national innovation patents in natural language processing and human-machine interaction. With more than 1 billion users and over 100 billion interactions, it covers more than a hundred countries and establishes the largest intelligent robot cloud service platform in the world.
Xiaoi Robot
Series A in 2005
Xiaoi Robot is an intelligent robot technology provider and platform operator that is specialized in the long-term technology research and development of smart robots. The company covers businesses in telecommunication, finance, government, e-commerce, smart household appliances, automobiles, and other industries. After the constant verification and optimization of actual programs over the past decades, Xiaoi Robot now has the largest industrial knowledge base and encyclopedia base in multiple industries and sectors in the world. It also possesses an advanced intelligent human-machine dialogue engine, which ensures that its robot system process. Established in 2001, Xiaoi Robot has been awarded with many national innovation patents in natural language processing and human-machine interaction. With more than 1 billion users and over 100 billion interactions, it covers more than a hundred countries and establishes the largest intelligent robot cloud service platform in the world.
QQTechnology
Venture Round in 2001
Changxun Technology is a provider of intelligent IP network optimization, in-depth network security, and high speed integrated circuit design resolution solutions. The company synchronizes with a new generation of application development in network communications and regards personalized service as its core and business support as its orientation. Changxun Technology has over 100 employees, with 70% of them engaged in research and development work in underlying technologies. The company is focused on the feature recognition algorithm of the internet application protocol; fingerprint-search matching algorithm of internet applications, application structure SOC design of programmable integrated circuits; and system structure design and performance optimization. These are all based on high-speed all-connect interactive system design and performance optimization, programmable high-speed application interface customization and API design, and DPI technology application area. Established in 2001, Changxun Technology is headquartered in Beijing. There are more than 100 employees in this company now, and over 70% of them engage in research and development work of underlying technology.
Shipu Software Company is focused on the development of digital photogrammetry systems (VirtuoZo), three-dimensional visual geographic information systems (AGIS), and remote sensing image processing systems (ImageXuite RS). The company also carries out the implementation and system integration of related projects. Shipu Software develops three (SGPS, RS, GIS) software products centered around photogrammetry. The international photogrammetry community has selected Shipu Software’s product, VirtuoZo, as one of the three most practical digital photogram metrical mapping systems.
Momenta is an autonomous driving startup operating out of Beijing. Its deep-learning-based software in perception, HD semantic mapping, and data-driven path planning enables the realization of full autonomy. Momenta offer multi-level autonomous driving solutions as well as big data products and services. Momenta’s team is composed of experts in computer vision and deep learning, including one of the authors of Faster R-CNN and ResNet, the most popular deep learning network, as well as winners of ImageNet 2015, MS COCO Challenge 2015, and ImageNet 2017. The company is leading the autonomous driving software space with advanced technical competence and a strong commitment to innovation.