NewsBreak
Series C in 2021
NewsBreak is a local news platform that aggregates and distributes timely information from more than 10,000 sources through a mobile app. It serves more than 40 million users across the United States and delivers local and national news, including photos and videos, in a single, accessible location. Based in Mountain View, California, NewsBreak connects users with local information, national publishers, and targeted advertising from local businesses, helping communities stay safer, more vibrant, and better connected.
NewsBreak
Series B in 2019
NewsBreak is a local news platform that aggregates and distributes timely information from more than 10,000 sources through a mobile app. It serves more than 40 million users across the United States and delivers local and national news, including photos and videos, in a single, accessible location. Based in Mountain View, California, NewsBreak connects users with local information, national publishers, and targeted advertising from local businesses, helping communities stay safer, more vibrant, and better connected.
QingMang is a media and entertainment company that specializes in creating interest magazines aimed at millennials and young audiences. The company offers a magazine platform application that allows users to customize their layout and content themes, ensuring a personalized reading experience. This platform automatically updates with new content, enabling users to enjoy tailored and high-quality reading materials that resonate with their interests.
MagMode is a men's fashion brand incubator. The company has opened three stores in Beijing, and plans to open more in other major cities in China. It also operates a mobile app featuring the latest international fashion trends and concepts.
Initiated by editor-in-chief of the world’s top fashion magazine, fashion director, writer and artist, Magmode collaborates each season with fashion publishers, artists and designers from fashion’s origins including Europe and Japan in order to find and select the most promising designers of the season. Given proper consideration to subtle details, each collection is tailored to best fit Asian figures. By offering a cultural initiative to discuss possibilities of life, Magmode redefines fashion boutique through various means including workshops, photos, videos and publications, with absolute dedication to become an incubator and advocate for fashion and culture.
Founded in 2015 by Cai Chongda, the company is headquartered in Minhang, Shanghai, China.
Opera Software AS
Post in 2018
Opera is a global web innovator with an engaged and growing base of hundreds of millions of monthly active users who seek a better internet experience. Building on over 25 years of innovation that started with browser products, Opera is now leveraging its brand and highly engaged user base in order to expand its business into new segments. Today, Opera offers users around the world a range of products and services that include PC and mobile browsers, the newsreader Opera News, and apps dedicated to gaming, crypto, e-commerce and classifieds.
Opera Software AS was established in 1995 by Jon S. von Tetzchner in Oslo, Norway.
SoulSense
Series A in 2018
SoulSense is a Beijing-based media and entertainment company founded in 2017. It specializes in publishing soft text, music, and videos through popular Chinese social media platforms like Weibo and WeChat. Additionally, SoulSense operates an online trend culture community and offers graphic design services, producing both hand-drawn and computer-generated art for marketing and personal use. The company also provides consumer promotion services, helping clients achieve creative and effective designs tailored to their needs.
Hangzhou Guomai Media, founded in 2012 by publisher Lu Jinbo and his team, specializes in the production and distribution of high-quality multimedia cultural products aimed at the new middle class. The company focuses on four main categories: literature, history, science, and religion. Guomai collaborates closely with notable writers and scholars, including Han Han and Yi Zhongtian, to create and promote its offerings. In addition to book planning and distribution, Guomai is involved in digital content creation and intellectual property development, positioning itself as a key player in the cultural media landscape.
NewsBreak
Series B in 2017
NewsBreak is a local news platform that aggregates and distributes timely information from more than 10,000 sources through a mobile app. It serves more than 40 million users across the United States and delivers local and national news, including photos and videos, in a single, accessible location. Based in Mountain View, California, NewsBreak connects users with local information, national publishers, and targeted advertising from local businesses, helping communities stay safer, more vibrant, and better connected.
MagMode is a men's fashion brand incubator. The company has opened three stores in Beijing, and plans to open more in other major cities in China. It also operates a mobile app featuring the latest international fashion trends and concepts.
Initiated by editor-in-chief of the world’s top fashion magazine, fashion director, writer and artist, Magmode collaborates each season with fashion publishers, artists and designers from fashion’s origins including Europe and Japan in order to find and select the most promising designers of the season. Given proper consideration to subtle details, each collection is tailored to best fit Asian figures. By offering a cultural initiative to discuss possibilities of life, Magmode redefines fashion boutique through various means including workshops, photos, videos and publications, with absolute dedication to become an incubator and advocate for fashion and culture.
Founded in 2015 by Cai Chongda, the company is headquartered in Minhang, Shanghai, China.
Miss Evan
Series A in 2017
Miss Evan is a prominent secondary audio community that specializes in pop culture entertainment. The company offers a social platform for designers and artists to share and distribute a diverse range of 2D media, including audio comic series, live broadcasts, original music, audiobooks, and ringtone designs. By fostering a creative environment, Miss Evan connects creators with audiences, enhancing the experience of consuming and interacting with various forms of entertainment.
MagMode is a men's fashion brand incubator. The company has opened three stores in Beijing, and plans to open more in other major cities in China. It also operates a mobile app featuring the latest international fashion trends and concepts.
Initiated by editor-in-chief of the world’s top fashion magazine, fashion director, writer and artist, Magmode collaborates each season with fashion publishers, artists and designers from fashion’s origins including Europe and Japan in order to find and select the most promising designers of the season. Given proper consideration to subtle details, each collection is tailored to best fit Asian figures. By offering a cultural initiative to discuss possibilities of life, Magmode redefines fashion boutique through various means including workshops, photos, videos and publications, with absolute dedication to become an incubator and advocate for fashion and culture.
Founded in 2015 by Cai Chongda, the company is headquartered in Minhang, Shanghai, China.
NewsBreak
Series A in 2016
NewsBreak is a local news platform that aggregates and distributes timely information from more than 10,000 sources through a mobile app. It serves more than 40 million users across the United States and delivers local and national news, including photos and videos, in a single, accessible location. Based in Mountain View, California, NewsBreak connects users with local information, national publishers, and targeted advertising from local businesses, helping communities stay safer, more vibrant, and better connected.
MagMode
Seed Round in 2016
MagMode is a men's fashion brand incubator. The company has opened three stores in Beijing, and plans to open more in other major cities in China. It also operates a mobile app featuring the latest international fashion trends and concepts.
Initiated by editor-in-chief of the world’s top fashion magazine, fashion director, writer and artist, Magmode collaborates each season with fashion publishers, artists and designers from fashion’s origins including Europe and Japan in order to find and select the most promising designers of the season. Given proper consideration to subtle details, each collection is tailored to best fit Asian figures. By offering a cultural initiative to discuss possibilities of life, Magmode redefines fashion boutique through various means including workshops, photos, videos and publications, with absolute dedication to become an incubator and advocate for fashion and culture.
Founded in 2015 by Cai Chongda, the company is headquartered in Minhang, Shanghai, China.
ipo3.com
Angel Round in 2016
IPO3.com is an information portal and online platform dedicated to the National Equities Exchange and Quotations (NEEQ) in China. The company offers comprehensive data and insights related to NEEQ, catering to a diverse range of users, including investors, enterprises, securities firms, banks, lawyers, accountants, and financial consultants. Additionally, IPO3.com hosts conference forums, fostering community engagement and knowledge sharing among its users. By providing boutique investment banking services, the company aims to create a vertically integrated experience that supports various stakeholders involved in the NEEQ ecosystem.
700Bike Inc. is an online platform based in Beijing, China, dedicated to promoting cycling culture and a lifestyle centered around it. Founded in 2012, the company aims to integrate fashion and trends into the cycling experience, making it more appealing to a wider audience. By leveraging its expertise and resources, 700Bike has established itself as a leader in the cycling media landscape, organizing influential events that attract thousands of participants and deepen the community's appreciation for cycling. Additionally, 700Bike offers a range of innovative bicycles designed to serve as stylish and practical alternatives to traditional transportation methods, catering to the evolving demands of consumers.
Guokr operates a mobile and web-based platform dedicated to fostering a community for science and technology education. It serves as a hub for publishing diverse popular science and technology articles, aiming to deliver accurate and engaging content to its readers, thereby promoting learning about the natural world.
Cloudcade
Seed Round in 2014
Cloudcade, Inc. is a mobile games developer and publisher founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in creating free-to-play midcore games that are designed for tablet users and are accessible across various platforms, including iOS, Android, and smart TVs. With a commitment to delivering high-quality user experiences, Cloudcade has achieved significant success with its initial title, Shop Heroes, and has reached millions of players globally. The company employs over 100 professionals worldwide, with additional development studios located in Lahore and Shanghai. Cloudcade's mission focuses on providing innovative and engaging gaming experiences that prioritize usability and player enjoyment.
ZCOOL is a Beijing-based online community platform founded in August 2006 that enables designers to share and showcase their work. The platform caters to over four million users, with approximately 20,000 new design submissions daily, fostering a vibrant creative environment. ZCOOL facilitates potential commercial opportunities for its members by partnering with image firm Shutterstock to enhance its image database services. The company aims to expand its community, enhance content offerings, and provide additional services, such as training courses and job matching, to further support its members in their professional development.
TechNode
Seed Round in 2013
TechNode Inc. is a tech media company headquartered in China, founded in 2009. It focuses on delivering news and insights related to startups, investors, large corporations, and industry trends across China and Asia. The company produces content in both English and Chinese, making it accessible to a diverse audience. TechNode is recognized for its coverage of emerging technologies, including social media, mobile commerce, big data, and augmented reality. Additionally, TechNode organizes events such as TechNode Touch, a monthly meetup for startups, and the ChinaBang Awards, which celebrate outstanding Chinese startups. As the official partner of TechCrunch in China, TechNode manages TechCrunch.cn and oversees TechCrunch conferences in the region, positioning itself as a vital resource for connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and consumers within the tech ecosystem.
Guokr operates a mobile and web-based platform dedicated to fostering a community for science and technology education. It serves as a hub for publishing diverse popular science and technology articles, aiming to deliver accurate and engaging content to its readers, thereby promoting learning about the natural world.
Legendary Entertainment
Private Equity Round in 2012
Legendary Entertainment is a media company that specializes in creating and distributing content for television and digital platforms globally. The company engages in the development, co-production, co-financing, and distribution of motion pictures, collaborating with other production studios to enhance its offerings. Legendary Entertainment is dedicated to producing content that appeals to mainstream audiences, with a particular emphasis on the influential fandom demographic. Its portfolio includes box-office films, television shows, and comic storylines, reflecting a commitment to delivering engaging entertainment across various media formats.
Large Business District Networking
Venture Round in 2011
Large Business District Networking Technology Co., Ltd. is a large-scale commercial network technology company jointly invested in and established by companies such as IDG of America, OZMASTER FUND, and CDH.
The company provides business information covering 64 fields, and 600 industries for every industry and enterprise. The Large Business network is also one of the largest manufacturing and issuing platforms of enterprise electronic journals in China, including tens of thousands of electronic journals in 30 industries.
Sungy Mobile
Series C in 2010
Sungy Mobile Limited is a global mobile app and platform development firm.
Sungy Mobile provides its users with access to over 70 channels and a vast array of professional media and user-generated content such as entertainment and sports event coverage in multimedia formats. In addition to their GO series products and GO platform, Sungy Mobile also offers 3G.cn, a mobile internet portal and mobile reading services platform.
Sungy Mobile has over 160 million registered users with a daily page view of 1.2 billion, and more than 25 million active users per day. Its product, GO desktop, has reached 200 million global users and has become the most popular Android third party desktop globally.
Sungy Mobile was launched in 2003 and completed its third round of financing from CBC Capital, IDG, JAFCO, and WI HARPER in July 2010. It was listed in the New York Stock Exchange on November 22, 2013.
Legendary Entertainment
Venture Round in 2010
Legendary Entertainment is a media company that specializes in creating and distributing content for television and digital platforms globally. The company engages in the development, co-production, co-financing, and distribution of motion pictures, collaborating with other production studios to enhance its offerings. Legendary Entertainment is dedicated to producing content that appeals to mainstream audiences, with a particular emphasis on the influential fandom demographic. Its portfolio includes box-office films, television shows, and comic storylines, reflecting a commitment to delivering engaging entertainment across various media formats.
IGG Inc develops, markets, and publishes mobile online games, with a focus on MMORPGs. Operating globally across North America, Europe, and Asia, IGG generates roughly equal revenue shares from these regions. Its notable titles include Castle Clash, Clash of Lords, Deck Heroes, and Texas Hold 'Em Poker Deluxe.
IGG Inc develops, markets, and publishes mobile online games, with a focus on MMORPGs. Operating globally across North America, Europe, and Asia, IGG generates roughly equal revenue shares from these regions. Its notable titles include Castle Clash, Clash of Lords, Deck Heroes, and Texas Hold 'Em Poker Deluxe.
BBspace
Venture Round in 2007
Sankei Shimbun business portal, professional production enterprise e-magazine, up to 10000 for free download on E-Magazine, published online browsing massive corporate business, the first issue of network operators in China! Provides automotive magazines, mobile phone e-magazine, fashion e-magazine, Apparel e-magazines, apparel e-magazines, beauty e-magazines, hairdressing e-magazines, home electronics magazine subscription! e-magazine downloads, online journal downloads, online magazine download.
Large Business District Networking
Venture Round in 2007
Large Business District Networking Technology Co., Ltd. is a large-scale commercial network technology company jointly invested in and established by companies such as IDG of America, OZMASTER FUND, and CDH.
The company provides business information covering 64 fields, and 600 industries for every industry and enterprise. The Large Business network is also one of the largest manufacturing and issuing platforms of enterprise electronic journals in China, including tens of thousands of electronic journals in 30 industries.
Ocean Butterflies
Series B in 2007
Ocean Butterflies International is a comprehensive independent music company in Asia.
Ocean Butterflies comprises of major businesses that include record labels, music production, product branding, artist management, concert organizing, mobile distribution, licensing network, digital music platform, music school, artist training, marketing, and event organization companies.
Established in 1986 in Singapore, Ocean Butterflies now operates in five regions: Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, and Malaysia.
Zonbo Media
Series C in 2007
Zonbo Media Co. Ltd. is a prominent media company based in Beijing, China, specializing in the investment, production, and distribution of films and television dramas in China and South Korea. Founded in 1999, Zonbo Media is recognized as one of the first companies to obtain a chartered qualification in film and television production. The company focuses on creating and publishing a diverse range of influential films and television content, as well as producing short video clips tailored for 3G users. Zonbo Media has established itself as a significant player in the media landscape by leveraging innovative content production strategies in both traditional and new media formats.
Zonbo Media
Series B in 2006
Zonbo Media Co. Ltd. is a prominent media company based in Beijing, China, specializing in the investment, production, and distribution of films and television dramas in China and South Korea. Founded in 1999, Zonbo Media is recognized as one of the first companies to obtain a chartered qualification in film and television production. The company focuses on creating and publishing a diverse range of influential films and television content, as well as producing short video clips tailored for 3G users. Zonbo Media has established itself as a significant player in the media landscape by leveraging innovative content production strategies in both traditional and new media formats.
Sungy Mobile
Series B in 2006
Sungy Mobile Limited is a global mobile app and platform development firm.
Sungy Mobile provides its users with access to over 70 channels and a vast array of professional media and user-generated content such as entertainment and sports event coverage in multimedia formats. In addition to their GO series products and GO platform, Sungy Mobile also offers 3G.cn, a mobile internet portal and mobile reading services platform.
Sungy Mobile has over 160 million registered users with a daily page view of 1.2 billion, and more than 25 million active users per day. Its product, GO desktop, has reached 200 million global users and has become the most popular Android third party desktop globally.
Sungy Mobile was launched in 2003 and completed its third round of financing from CBC Capital, IDG, JAFCO, and WI HARPER in July 2010. It was listed in the New York Stock Exchange on November 22, 2013.
Ocean Butterflies
Series A in 2006
Ocean Butterflies International is a comprehensive independent music company in Asia.
Ocean Butterflies comprises of major businesses that include record labels, music production, product branding, artist management, concert organizing, mobile distribution, licensing network, digital music platform, music school, artist training, marketing, and event organization companies.
Established in 1986 in Singapore, Ocean Butterflies now operates in five regions: Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, and Malaysia.
BlogCN, previously known as Zhongguoboke.com, is a prominent free blog hosting service provider in China, recognized for establishing the world's largest Chinese blog community. The company offers a comprehensive internet portal that caters to both casual and serious bloggers by providing free blog space along with optional fee-based VIP hosting services. BlogCN's platform is designed to support modern blogging practices, ensuring users have access to a functional and user-friendly environment for sharing their content. Through its extensive online network, BlogCN continues to foster a vibrant community of Chinese bloggers, enhancing the overall blogging culture in the region.
BlogCN, previously known as Zhongguoboke.com, is a prominent free blog hosting service provider in China, recognized for establishing the world's largest Chinese blog community. The company offers a comprehensive internet portal that caters to both casual and serious bloggers by providing free blog space along with optional fee-based VIP hosting services. BlogCN's platform is designed to support modern blogging practices, ensuring users have access to a functional and user-friendly environment for sharing their content. Through its extensive online network, BlogCN continues to foster a vibrant community of Chinese bloggers, enhancing the overall blogging culture in the region.
Bokee.com, originally known as blogchina.com, is a neutral, open platform that allows users to share information through various mediums including blogs, photos, videos, podcasts, and mobile content. Founded in August 2002 by IT analyst Fang Xingdong, Bokee has evolved from a text-focused blogging site into a comprehensive knowledge portal. The company offers personalized web services such as photo sharing, music, video, social networking, and wireless value-added features, enabling users to share their knowledge with others.
Sungy Mobile
Series A in 2005
Sungy Mobile Limited is a global mobile app and platform development firm.
Sungy Mobile provides its users with access to over 70 channels and a vast array of professional media and user-generated content such as entertainment and sports event coverage in multimedia formats. In addition to their GO series products and GO platform, Sungy Mobile also offers 3G.cn, a mobile internet portal and mobile reading services platform.
Sungy Mobile has over 160 million registered users with a daily page view of 1.2 billion, and more than 25 million active users per day. Its product, GO desktop, has reached 200 million global users and has become the most popular Android third party desktop globally.
Sungy Mobile was launched in 2003 and completed its third round of financing from CBC Capital, IDG, JAFCO, and WI HARPER in July 2010. It was listed in the New York Stock Exchange on November 22, 2013.
Bokee.com, originally known as blogchina.com, is a neutral, open platform that allows users to share information through various mediums including blogs, photos, videos, podcasts, and mobile content. Founded in August 2002 by IT analyst Fang Xingdong, Bokee has evolved from a text-focused blogging site into a comprehensive knowledge portal. The company offers personalized web services such as photo sharing, music, video, social networking, and wireless value-added features, enabling users to share their knowledge with others.
BlogCN, previously known as Zhongguoboke.com, is a prominent free blog hosting service provider in China, recognized for establishing the world's largest Chinese blog community. The company offers a comprehensive internet portal that caters to both casual and serious bloggers by providing free blog space along with optional fee-based VIP hosting services. BlogCN's platform is designed to support modern blogging practices, ensuring users have access to a functional and user-friendly environment for sharing their content. Through its extensive online network, BlogCN continues to foster a vibrant community of Chinese bloggers, enhancing the overall blogging culture in the region.
Zonbo Media
Venture Round in 2003
Zonbo Media Co. Ltd. is a prominent media company based in Beijing, China, specializing in the investment, production, and distribution of films and television dramas in China and South Korea. Founded in 1999, Zonbo Media is recognized as one of the first companies to obtain a chartered qualification in film and television production. The company focuses on creating and publishing a diverse range of influential films and television content, as well as producing short video clips tailored for 3G users. Zonbo Media has established itself as a significant player in the media landscape by leveraging innovative content production strategies in both traditional and new media formats.
Beijing Booksir
Venture Round in 2002
"Beijing Booksir Company (北京书生公司) is a Chinese software company engaged in replacing traditional paper with digital technology and providing related technologies and services.
The national ministries and commissions, provincial governments, and more than 100 enterprises are clients of the company, while a total of about hundreds of millions of government documents have adopted the SEP technology of the company.
Booksir also provides solutions in the areas of electronic official document, digital library, file management, and more. It always takes independent innovation as the core competitiveness of the company’s development and its applications of patents in China, the United States, Europe, and Japan have accumulated several hundred users.
Booksir was founded in 1996.
Sohu.com is a Chinese online media, games, and search company operating a network of web properties and an in-house search engine. Its offerings span online brand advertising, content and services across a matrix of sites including sohu.com, sogou.com, 17173.com, focus.cn, changyou.com, and tv.sohu.com, plus mobile news apps and portals. The company also develops and operates online games through its Changyou segment, with titles such as Tian Long Ba Bu, DDTank and Wartune. Sohu enables user-generated content and social interaction on its platforms and earns revenue from online advertising, information services, and gaming. Founded in 1995, the company expanded to mobile and video, becoming a key provider of Chinese online media, search, and gaming experiences for millions of users daily.
Beijing Qiandao Software Co., Ltd. is an IT enterprise that develops gaming software that include Three Kingdoms, Water Margin, and Journey to the West and invested in three magazines: Popsoft, Video Game Software, and Software.
Qiandoa have developed a curve library under the DOS system, the Chinese character acceleration chip, and implemented a practical network under Windows NT Technology. Established in 1995, Qiandao employees enterprise personnel are for the most part from the computer department of Beijing Pioneer Company.
Beijing Qiandao Software Co., Ltd. is an IT enterprise that develops gaming software that include Three Kingdoms, Water Margin, and Journey to the West and invested in three magazines: Popsoft, Video Game Software, and Software.
Qiandoa have developed a curve library under the DOS system, the Chinese character acceleration chip, and implemented a practical network under Windows NT Technology. Established in 1995, Qiandao employees enterprise personnel are for the most part from the computer department of Beijing Pioneer Company.