Intel Corporation, established in 1968, is a global leader in semiconductor chip manufacturing. The company designs, manufactures, and sells essential technologies for cloud, smart, and connected devices worldwide. Intel operates through various segments, offering platform products like central processing units and chipsets, and non-platform products such as accelerators, connectivity products, and memory and storage solutions. Additionally, Intel provides Internet of Things products and computer vision technology. Serving original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and cloud service providers, Intel collaborates with other tech giants to advance computing and communications. Intel Capital, the company's strategic investment arm, invests in innovative startups targeting cloud, AI, 5G, and other disruptive technologies. With a workforce of over 100,000 employees globally, Intel is transforming from a PC-centric company to a data-centric one, powering the future of computing and communications.
Managing Director and Head of Investment Operations
Peng Bai
VP, Technology and Manufacturing Group and Director, Derivative Logic Technology Development
Roi Bar-Kat
Investment Director and Israel Country Manager
Jose-Maria Blanc
Vice President of Finance, Assistant Treasurer and Intel Capital Managing Director
Joe Bolger
Vice President
John Bonini
Vice President / General Manager - Desktop, Workstations, Gaming
James Carwana
Vice President
Arun Chetty
Managing Director
Lisa Cohen
Investment Director
Joe English
Vice President
Don Faria
Investment Director
Dave Flanagan
Vice President, Senior Managing Director
Andrew Fligel
Senior Managing Director and Member of the Investment Committee
Pat Gelsinger
CEO
Yoni Greifman
Investment Director, Intel Capital
Abdul Guefor
Managing Director EMEA
Josiane Ishimwe
Investment Analyst
Dave Johnson
Managing Director / Investment Director
Erik Jorgensen
Director, United Kingdom
Lisa Lambert
MD, Software and Services
Greg Lavender Ph.D
Corporate CTO and SVP / GM of the Software and Advanced Technology Group
Anthony Lin
Managing Partner and Head of Intel Capital
Steve Long
Corporate Vice President, Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) General Manager
Mike Mayberry
VP, Technology and Manufacturing Group and Director, Components Research
Steven C. Megli
VP, Technology and Manufacturing Group and GM, Fab / Sort Manufacturing
Nebiu Mela
Investment Director
Anil Nanduri
Vice President and General Manager, Drones Group
Trina Van Pelt
Vice President, Senior Managing Director
Sanat Rao
Director
Mark Rostick
Vice President and Senior Managing Director
Navin Shenoy
Executive Vice President, Data Platforms Group
Mohammad Shihadah
CEO
Tammi Smorynski
Managing Director
Chiara Sommer
Investment Director
Jackie A. Sturm
Corporate Vice President Global Supply
Weng Kuan Tan
General Manager, Connected Home Diviison. Corporate Vice President
Thomas Urban
Investment Director
Erica Van
Investment Director
Tianlin Wang
Managing Director and China Country Manager
Nick Washburn
Senior Managing Director, Intel Capital
Lance Weaver
Vice President and General Manager, Data Center and Cloud Strategy, Intel Data Platforms Group
Glenn Weinberg
Director of Architecture, Storage Group
Liang Chen Ph.D
Director, Business Planning and Development
Past deals in Android
Screenovate
Acquisition in 2021
Screenovate is a developer of a device virtualization platform that facilitates seamless connectivity between smartphones, tablets, TVs, and computers. The platform allows users to project their smartphone screens onto larger displays and enables functionalities such as scanning, printing, and copying files. Additionally, it can transform tablets or smartphones into game controllers, enhancing the entertainment experience. By wirelessly connecting a diverse range of devices and screens, Screenovate ensures high-quality performance and user experience, catering to the needs of sectors including entertainment, productivity, and education.
Moovit
Acquisition in 2020
Moovit is a Mobility as a Service (MaaS) provider and the world’s #1 transit app. Moovit simplifies your urban mobility in +2700 cities all around the world, making getting around town via mass transit easier and more convenient. Moovit has more than 300 million users, and was named Best Local App of 2016 by Google and Best of 2017 app by Apple. By combining information from public transit operators and authorities with live information from the user community, Moovit offers travelers a real-time picture, including the best route for their journey. The Moovit community sends active reports about their travel experience, such as bus congestion levels, cleanliness, and more to help others have a better travel experience. Moovit generates up to four billion anonymous data points a day that comprise the world's largest repository of transit data. The Big Data gathering is aided by Moovit’s network of more than 500,000 local editors, called “Mooviters”, who help map out and maintain local transit information in cities that would otherwise be unserved. Moovit is available for free on iOS, Android & Web in over 2,700 cities, across 86 countries worldwide, and can be used in 44 languages.
Huaqin Technology
Series B in 2019
Huaqin Technology Co Ltd is a leading player in the global smartphone and tablet original design manufacturing (ODM) industry. The company specializes in the research, development, design, and production of a wide range of intelligent hardware products, including smartphones, tablets, notebooks, servers, and IoT devices. As a partner of Google, Huaqin facilitates the creation of Android devices certified for security and functionality by Google Mobile Services. The company serves a diverse clientele across more than 100 countries and regions, focusing on delivering competitive and innovative products. By 2015, Huaqin had shipped over 200 million mobile phones and more than 5 million tablets annually, with a commitment to providing advanced 4G products. Guided by principles of integrity, diligence, focus, and innovation, Huaqin aims to enhance its product offerings and contribute to sustainable development in the technology sector.
BlueStacks
Series C in 2019
BlueStacks is a leading developer of emulator software designed to enable Android games and applications to run seamlessly on Windows PCs. Leveraging its patented LayerCake virtualization technology, BlueStacks App Player caters to a diverse user base of 145 million, allowing gamers to experience mobile content in high performance and full-screen mode. The platform supports multiple operating systems and devices, ensuring users can access their favorite games without concerns over their PC specifications. Additionally, BlueStacks offers features such as the ability to run multiple apps simultaneously in a tabbed interface and provides one-click streaming capabilities to Twitch.tv through BlueStacks TV. Through its innovations, BlueStacks enhances the gaming experience by allowing precise control using a keyboard, mouse, or gamepad.
Spot
Series B in 2018
Spot offers cloud service and management optimization for SaaS companies, executed by AI software that among other things predicts price changes, essentially helping companies find cheap cloud infrastructures (called spot instances) and manage them.
Moovit
Series D in 2018
Moovit is a Mobility as a Service (MaaS) provider and the world’s #1 transit app. Moovit simplifies your urban mobility in +2700 cities all around the world, making getting around town via mass transit easier and more convenient. Moovit has more than 300 million users, and was named Best Local App of 2016 by Google and Best of 2017 app by Apple. By combining information from public transit operators and authorities with live information from the user community, Moovit offers travelers a real-time picture, including the best route for their journey. The Moovit community sends active reports about their travel experience, such as bus congestion levels, cleanliness, and more to help others have a better travel experience. Moovit generates up to four billion anonymous data points a day that comprise the world's largest repository of transit data. The Big Data gathering is aided by Moovit’s network of more than 500,000 local editors, called “Mooviters”, who help map out and maintain local transit information in cities that would otherwise be unserved. Moovit is available for free on iOS, Android & Web in over 2,700 cities, across 86 countries worldwide, and can be used in 44 languages.
Huaqin Technology
Series A in 2017
Huaqin Technology Co Ltd is a leading player in the global smartphone and tablet original design manufacturing (ODM) industry. The company specializes in the research, development, design, and production of a wide range of intelligent hardware products, including smartphones, tablets, notebooks, servers, and IoT devices. As a partner of Google, Huaqin facilitates the creation of Android devices certified for security and functionality by Google Mobile Services. The company serves a diverse clientele across more than 100 countries and regions, focusing on delivering competitive and innovative products. By 2015, Huaqin had shipped over 200 million mobile phones and more than 5 million tablets annually, with a commitment to providing advanced 4G products. Guided by principles of integrity, diligence, focus, and innovation, Huaqin aims to enhance its product offerings and contribute to sustainable development in the technology sector.
ScoreStream
Series A in 2017
ScoreStream, Inc. is a company that develops mobile applications focused on enhancing communication around sporting events, particularly high school sports. Founded in 2012 and based in San Diego, California, the platform allows fans to share crowd-sourced scores, photos, videos, and engage in conversations about games. Its applications are available on both iOS and Android, as well as through a website, facilitating the sharing of local sports content with family, friends, and media outlets. ScoreStream aims to provide accurate and timely reporting for high school sports, tapping into community engagement to enrich the fan experience.
Spot
Series A in 2017
Spot offers cloud service and management optimization for SaaS companies, executed by AI software that among other things predicts price changes, essentially helping companies find cheap cloud infrastructures (called spot instances) and manage them.
Avegant
Series B in 2015
Avegant, established in 2012, is a California-based technology company specializing in the development of advanced display technology for augmented reality (AR) experiences. The company leverages its expertise in human visual science and head-mounted display ergonomics, along with consumer electronics manufacturing experience, to create displays that enable realistic AR experiences for consumers. Avegant's core product is a light field display technology designed for mixed-reality applications, allowing users to visualize virtual objects across multiple focal planes, mimicking the way we perceive natural objects and enhancing AR interactions in various aspects of life, such as learning, playing, working, and socializing.
Screenovate
Venture Round in 2014
Screenovate is a developer of a device virtualization platform that facilitates seamless connectivity between smartphones, tablets, TVs, and computers. The platform allows users to project their smartphone screens onto larger displays and enables functionalities such as scanning, printing, and copying files. Additionally, it can transform tablets or smartphones into game controllers, enhancing the entertainment experience. By wirelessly connecting a diverse range of devices and screens, Screenovate ensures high-quality performance and user experience, catering to the needs of sectors including entertainment, productivity, and education.
Avegant
Series A in 2014
Avegant, established in 2012, is a California-based technology company specializing in the development of advanced display technology for augmented reality (AR) experiences. The company leverages its expertise in human visual science and head-mounted display ergonomics, along with consumer electronics manufacturing experience, to create displays that enable realistic AR experiences for consumers. Avegant's core product is a light field display technology designed for mixed-reality applications, allowing users to visualize virtual objects across multiple focal planes, mimicking the way we perceive natural objects and enhancing AR interactions in various aspects of life, such as learning, playing, working, and socializing.
LeWa Technology
Venture Round in 2014
LeWa Tek is a Chinese company that specializes in developing localized operating systems for Android mobile devices. Its flagship product, the LEWA OS, is a customized operating system based on Google Android, specifically designed to cater to the needs of the medium to low-end smartphone market in China. By focusing on user preferences and usage patterns among Chinese consumers, LeWa Tek aims to enhance the overall user experience for smartphones priced around 1000 Yuan. The company offers its operating system as a third-party solution, ensuring compatibility and improved functionality for a wide range of mobile devices.
News Republic
Series B in 2013
News Republic, Inc. is a mobile media company that specializes in developing news applications for various platforms, including iOS, Android, Windows 8, and Tizen. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Bordeaux, France, the company aims to transform how individuals access and engage with news content. Its portfolio includes award-winning applications such as News Republic, AppyGeek, and AppyGamer, which are available in multiple languages and cater to millions of users globally. News Republic utilizes a proprietary semantic engine to deliver real-time, personalized news feeds, enhancing user experience and engagement. The company has established strong partnerships with over 1,000 leading publishers and media brands, as well as collaborations with hardware manufacturers and mobile network operators worldwide. As of May 2016, News Republic operates as a subsidiary of Cheetah Mobile Inc.
Future soft
Venture Round in 2013
Future soft has created a completely new range of apps for the PC, MAC, IOS, Android, and Amazon platforms. They are experts in software development for Android, iOS, Amazon, Microsoft, and terminal emulators. They also work with producers of Bible apps and computer software.
CrowdStar
Venture Round in 2013
CrowdStar, Inc. is a company that specializes in designing and developing fashion styling games aimed at women globally. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Burlingame, California, CrowdStar has gained prominence with its flagship game, Covet Fashion, which entertains millions of players daily. The company creates engaging social and mobile games that allow users to style head-to-toe looks using various brands. Its games are available on multiple platforms, including iOS, Google Play, Amazon, and Microsoft. CrowdStar has formed strategic partnerships with notable companies such as Tencent, NHN, and Facebook, and is backed by investors including Time Warner and Intel Capital. In 2016, CrowdStar became a subsidiary of Glu Mobile Inc.
NewAer
Seed Round in 2012
NewAer is a developer of a proximity platform that enables smartphones to interact with nearby devices using Bluetooth low energy technology. By creating private, non-personally identifiable tokens, the platform facilitates seamless communication without requiring user interaction. NewAer has developed a mobile software client that operates on Android and iOS devices, supported by a robust backend server capable of executing complex rule sets. These rules, designed by developers or end-users, allow applications to respond to physical interactions within their environment. The company aims to empower developers to integrate its framework into their own mobile applications through its SDK, ProxPlatform. One of its initial applications, ToothTag, demonstrates the platform's capabilities. NewAer gained recognition as the winner of Best Technology at the inaugural Launch event in San Francisco in February 2011 and has received funding from Intel Capital and Deutsche Telekom T-Venture.
CrowdStar
Venture Round in 2012
CrowdStar, Inc. is a company that specializes in designing and developing fashion styling games aimed at women globally. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Burlingame, California, CrowdStar has gained prominence with its flagship game, Covet Fashion, which entertains millions of players daily. The company creates engaging social and mobile games that allow users to style head-to-toe looks using various brands. Its games are available on multiple platforms, including iOS, Google Play, Amazon, and Microsoft. CrowdStar has formed strategic partnerships with notable companies such as Tencent, NHN, and Facebook, and is backed by investors including Time Warner and Intel Capital. In 2016, CrowdStar became a subsidiary of Glu Mobile Inc.
Voxer
Venture Round in 2012
Voxer, LLC, founded in 2007 and based in San Francisco, California, develops mobile communication applications, particularly a push-to-talk service compatible with iOS and Android devices. Originally known as RebelVox, LLC, the company rebranded in March 2011. Voxer offers a walkie-talkie messenger application that enables users to send instant voice, text, and photo messages in real time to individuals and groups. The application emphasizes secure communication, featuring end-to-end encryption and the capability to function over 3G, 4G, or Wi-Fi networks. This robust platform is designed to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication for teams worldwide.
Yummly
Series A in 2012
Yummly is a digital recipe platform founded in 2009 and headquartered in Redwood City, California. It allows users to search for recipes based on various criteria, including ingredients, dietary restrictions, allergies, nutrition, and cuisine. The platform utilizes patented technology and proprietary data to offer personalized recipe recommendations and features helpful tools and videos, enhancing the user experience for food enthusiasts. With its app available on multiple devices, including iPhone, iPad, Android, and Windows, Yummly aims to simplify the process of finding and sharing recipes, catering to diverse tastes and occasions.
Insyde Software
Venture Round in 2011
Insyde Software is a prominent global provider of BIOS and UEFI firmware, as well as engineering services and customized Android solutions, catering to the mobile, server, desktop, and embedded computing sectors. Headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, with a U.S. office in Westborough, Massachusetts, the company specializes in system firmware and software design, development, installation, and program modification. Its product offerings include Supervyse systems management software, BlinkBoot UEFI Boot Loader, and various mobile applications. Insyde Software serves leading computer systems designers and manufacturers, generating most of its revenue from Taiwan, along with contributions from China, the United States, and other regions.
BlueStacks
Series B in 2011
BlueStacks is a leading developer of emulator software designed to enable Android games and applications to run seamlessly on Windows PCs. Leveraging its patented LayerCake virtualization technology, BlueStacks App Player caters to a diverse user base of 145 million, allowing gamers to experience mobile content in high performance and full-screen mode. The platform supports multiple operating systems and devices, ensuring users can access their favorite games without concerns over their PC specifications. Additionally, BlueStacks offers features such as the ability to run multiple apps simultaneously in a tabbed interface and provides one-click streaming capabilities to Twitch.tv through BlueStacks TV. Through its innovations, BlueStacks enhances the gaming experience by allowing precise control using a keyboard, mouse, or gamepad.
SweetLabs
Series C in 2011
SweetLabs Inc. is an application development company that focuses on providing an app distribution platform for developers and device manufacturers on Windows and Android. It offers various products, including Assisty, a virtual assistant for anticipating user needs, and Pokki, a start menu replacement for Windows 8. The company also provides App Explorer for personalized app discovery and the Assist Platform, which enhances app accessibility. Developers benefit from SweetLabs' dual distribution channels: the online channel recommends apps during the installation of other applications, while the OEM channel allows app promotion on devices from the first boot and throughout their lifecycle. SweetLabs aims to help developers reach new users and enable device manufacturers to enhance monetization and product differentiation through real-time app delivery services. The company operates offices in San Diego and Seattle and has partnerships with notable organizations such as Lenovo and Amazon. Founded in 2008, SweetLabs was formerly known as OpenCandy before rebranding in 2011.
JOYsee Interaction Science and Technology
Series A in 2011
Beijing JOYsee Interaction Science and Technology Co., Ltd. (佳视互动) is focused on the integration of products and services, which not only provides smart terminals and design schemes, but also provides more complete solutions of value-added services for operators. After 2011, it released smart home recreational terminal K80, Android set-top box A11c, Android set-top box A18, OTT smart terminal A31, and digital television adapter D500, and more. It will also release smarter terminal product design proposals in succession. Beijing JOYsee Interaction Science and Technology has been devoted to the R&D and promotion of intelligent terminals since 2009, and has launched the HD all-in-one device for entertainment, G200. It will release smarter terminal product design proposals in succession.
CrowdStar
Venture Round in 2011
CrowdStar, Inc. is a company that specializes in designing and developing fashion styling games aimed at women globally. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Burlingame, California, CrowdStar has gained prominence with its flagship game, Covet Fashion, which entertains millions of players daily. The company creates engaging social and mobile games that allow users to style head-to-toe looks using various brands. Its games are available on multiple platforms, including iOS, Google Play, Amazon, and Microsoft. CrowdStar has formed strategic partnerships with notable companies such as Tencent, NHN, and Facebook, and is backed by investors including Time Warner and Intel Capital. In 2016, CrowdStar became a subsidiary of Glu Mobile Inc.
Yummly
Seed Round in 2010
Yummly is a digital recipe platform founded in 2009 and headquartered in Redwood City, California. It allows users to search for recipes based on various criteria, including ingredients, dietary restrictions, allergies, nutrition, and cuisine. The platform utilizes patented technology and proprietary data to offer personalized recipe recommendations and features helpful tools and videos, enhancing the user experience for food enthusiasts. With its app available on multiple devices, including iPhone, iPad, Android, and Windows, Yummly aims to simplify the process of finding and sharing recipes, catering to diverse tastes and occasions.
Videon Central
Venture Round in 2010
Videon Labs develops innovative products for audio and video applications across various industries, including Global AV, Aviation, and Automotive sectors. The company has successfully integrated its streaming media, DVD, and Blu-ray technology into over 30 million devices, establishing itself as a key partner for technology companies and AV product developers. Videon's comprehensive approach supports clients throughout the entire product development process, from ideation and design to manufacturing, certification, and ongoing support, all managed in-house for efficiency. The company has achieved several industry milestones, such as being the first to create a universal Blu-ray Disc and HD DVD player, as well as the first optical disc Google TV. Additionally, its Android app, Avia, gained significant popularity as one of the first applications to support Google Chromecast, amassing over a million downloads. Videon continues to expand its reach into new markets and has been recognized multiple times on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies.
Soonr
Series D in 2010
Soonr is a cloud service designed for secure collaboration among teams, allowing users to work on shared digital content from any device, anywhere in the world. Its flagship product, Soonr Workplace, enables businesses to store, share, access, search, edit, and sync files across various platforms, supporting over 800 mobile devices, including Android, Blackberry, iPhone, and iPad. Soonr focuses on enhancing productivity and competitiveness for organizations by securely connecting office and mobile workers to their critical information. With patented rendering technology, the platform prioritizes remote access and security, making it an effective solution for teams needing reliable collaboration tools.
Soonr
Series C in 2009
Soonr is a cloud service designed for secure collaboration among teams, allowing users to work on shared digital content from any device, anywhere in the world. Its flagship product, Soonr Workplace, enables businesses to store, share, access, search, edit, and sync files across various platforms, supporting over 800 mobile devices, including Android, Blackberry, iPhone, and iPad. Soonr focuses on enhancing productivity and competitiveness for organizations by securely connecting office and mobile workers to their critical information. With patented rendering technology, the platform prioritizes remote access and security, making it an effective solution for teams needing reliable collaboration tools.
LucidLogix Technologies
Series B in 2007
LucidLogix Technologies specializes in developing advanced software solutions aimed at enhancing the performance and battery life of mobile devices, particularly smartphones and tablets. The company's flagship product is an Android power-saving software that addresses the increasing demands for content and performance, allowing users to extend battery life during activities such as gaming, browsing, and navigation. Additionally, LucidLogix offers Windows solutions that enhance gaming experience by improving responsiveness and image quality. The company's innovative technology relies on a real-time distributed processing engine, which enhances visual computing for both business and gaming applications. LucidLogix has established a strong customer base, partnering with major industry players, including Samsung, Intel, and Asus, and its patented solutions are integrated into millions of platforms globally.
Soonr
Series A in 2006
Soonr is a cloud service designed for secure collaboration among teams, allowing users to work on shared digital content from any device, anywhere in the world. Its flagship product, Soonr Workplace, enables businesses to store, share, access, search, edit, and sync files across various platforms, supporting over 800 mobile devices, including Android, Blackberry, iPhone, and iPad. Soonr focuses on enhancing productivity and competitiveness for organizations by securely connecting office and mobile workers to their critical information. With patented rendering technology, the platform prioritizes remote access and security, making it an effective solution for teams needing reliable collaboration tools.
InnoPath
Series D in 2006
InnoPath specializes in mobile device management services, offering software solutions that enable wireless operators and device manufacturers to manage mobile devices effectively. The company's technology facilitates over-the-air updates, diagnostics, and repairs, allowing operators to remotely connect, configure, troubleshoot, and secure user devices. By utilizing InnoPath's solutions, clients can avoid device recalls and returns, decrease the number of support calls, enhance first call resolution for issues related to Android and iOS devices, and ultimately increase subscriber satisfaction.
AVG
Private Equity Round in 2005
AVG Technologies, established in 1991 and based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, specializes in providing anti-virus and internet security software for a wide range of platforms, including PC, Mac, Android, iPhone, and iPad. The company offers solutions tailored for both individual consumers and small businesses, focusing on digital protection, performance, and privacy. AVG's product portfolio includes AVG Protection FREE, AVG Protection PRO, AVG AntiVirus FREE, AVG Internet Security, and other security and performance enhancement tools. It also provides cloud-based security and management platforms for businesses through AVG Business.
InnoPath
Series C in 2003
InnoPath specializes in mobile device management services, offering software solutions that enable wireless operators and device manufacturers to manage mobile devices effectively. The company's technology facilitates over-the-air updates, diagnostics, and repairs, allowing operators to remotely connect, configure, troubleshoot, and secure user devices. By utilizing InnoPath's solutions, clients can avoid device recalls and returns, decrease the number of support calls, enhance first call resolution for issues related to Android and iOS devices, and ultimately increase subscriber satisfaction.
OnPage
Series B in 2001
OnPage Corporation specializes in smartphone-based business continuity solutions that facilitate uninterrupted communication and information access for organizations. The company offers a cloud-based priority messaging service compatible with various mobile platforms, including iOS, Android, and Blackberry. Its key products include the Secure Messaging System, which provides a centralized dispatching and auditing dashboard, and the Enterprise Control System for IT, enabling organizations to manage incidents, user groups, and escalation policies. OnPage's priority messaging solution ensures reliable message delivery, alerting, and tracking, catering to diverse sectors such as healthcare, information technology, finance, and emergency services. Founded in 1997 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, OnPage Corporation was formerly known as Onset Technology, Inc. It operates as a subsidiary of Shonut Probabilistic Solutions Ltd.
Adero
Series C in 2000
Adero, Inc. is a technology company based in Goleta, California, specializing in intelligent organization systems that help individuals locate lost or misplaced items. Founded in 2008 and originally known as TrackR, Inc., Adero offers a Bluetooth-based tracking device that employs low-power wireless sensors compatible with various platforms. The company aims to alleviate the stress associated with misplaced belongings by enabling users to track their items easily through a mobile application available for both iPhone and Android devices. Adero's innovative solutions have earned recognition, including being named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies in 2019.
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