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.
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Metalenz
Series B in 2022
Metalenz, Inc. is a company focused on the research, development, and production of advanced optical components, particularly for consumer electronics such as mobile phones and computers. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Weston, Massachusetts, with an additional office in San Francisco, Metalenz specializes in meta-optics that utilize structured Huygens' surfaces to manipulate light properties. This innovative approach allows for the creation of ultra-thin planar optics that enable high-resolution full-color imaging. By offering smaller and lighter alternatives to traditional lenses, Metalenz supports businesses in miniaturizing their products, enhancing their design flexibility and functionality in various high-volume applications, including automotive and other electronic devices.
Nexite
Series C in 2022
Nexite Ltd, founded in 2017 and based in Tel Aviv, Israel, has developed a platform that enhances engagement with physical items for retailers and brands. The company offers a unique solution through its miniature NanoBT tags, which are battery-free, cost-effective, and can be embedded into products. This technology enables item tracking, inventory transparency, and business intelligence from manufacturing to the consumer's home. The platform provides real-time insights into customer behavior and item performance, assisting businesses in stock management, loss prevention, and optimizing in-store sales. By delivering actionable data on location and availability, Nexite's solutions facilitate improved customer experiences and support the development of new revenue streams for retailers.
Syntiant
Series D in 2022
Syntiant specializes in developing neuromorphic semiconductors that bring artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities directly to edge devices, reducing reliance on cloud-based processing. The company's advanced chip solutions combine deep learning with semiconductor design to create ultra-low-power, high-performance processors for deep neural networks. These processors are ideal for always-on applications in battery-powered devices such as smartphones, smart speakers, earbuds, hearing aids, and laptops, enabling the development of AI technology for sensor, voice, and video applications across a wide range of products.
Everest Semiconductor
Venture Round in 2021
Everest Semiconductor is an integrated circuit chip developer specializing in low-power audio digital-analog mixed-signal chips. The company's primary products include analog-to-digital converters (ADC), digital-to-analog converters (DAC), and CODECs, which are integral to a range of audio applications. These products are utilized in mobile tablets, headphones, security monitoring equipment, audio speakers, and voice remote controls, among others. Everest Semiconductor focuses on delivering innovative audio solutions that cater to diverse consumer and industrial needs.
NeuroBlade
Series B in 2021
NeuroBlade, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Hod-Hasharon, Israel, specializes in the development and manufacturing of artificial intelligence chips designed for the inference phase in both data centers and end-devices. The company's innovative products aim to eliminate memory bottlenecks and support various AI topologies, thereby enhancing analytical query performance. NeuroBlade's proprietary computational memory technology combines extensive expertise in hardware, software, and algorithms to address the growing demand for efficient data analytics infrastructure. By focusing on reducing costs and power consumption, the company aims to facilitate faster insights for businesses navigating digital transformation. NeuroBlade also has operational presence in Taipei, Taiwan, and Palo Alto, California.
Metalenz
Series A in 2021
Metalenz, Inc. is a company focused on the research, development, and production of advanced optical components, particularly for consumer electronics such as mobile phones and computers. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Weston, Massachusetts, with an additional office in San Francisco, Metalenz specializes in meta-optics that utilize structured Huygens' surfaces to manipulate light properties. This innovative approach allows for the creation of ultra-thin planar optics that enable high-resolution full-color imaging. By offering smaller and lighter alternatives to traditional lenses, Metalenz supports businesses in miniaturizing their products, enhancing their design flexibility and functionality in various high-volume applications, including automotive and other electronic devices.
Nexite
Series B in 2020
Nexite Ltd, founded in 2017 and based in Tel Aviv, Israel, has developed a platform that enhances engagement with physical items for retailers and brands. The company offers a unique solution through its miniature NanoBT tags, which are battery-free, cost-effective, and can be embedded into products. This technology enables item tracking, inventory transparency, and business intelligence from manufacturing to the consumer's home. The platform provides real-time insights into customer behavior and item performance, assisting businesses in stock management, loss prevention, and optimizing in-store sales. By delivering actionable data on location and availability, Nexite's solutions facilitate improved customer experiences and support the development of new revenue streams for retailers.
Aledia
Series D in 2020
Aledia SA, established in 2011, specializes in the development and manufacturing of light-emitting diodes (LEDs). The company's proprietary technology involves a 3D architecture using gallium-nitride-on-silicon microwires, enabling cost-effective production of LED chips at 25% the cost of traditional planar LED chips. Aledia's products cater to general lighting, automotive, and display applications, with a focus on mobile displays and microdisplays for AR/VR devices. Headquartered in Grenoble, France, the company has subsidiaries in Malacca, Malaysia, and Palo Alto, California.
Lightbit
Funding Round in 2020
Lightbits Labs, Inc., established in 2015, specializes in data storage solutions for enterprise private clouds, Software-as-a-Service, and Infrastructure-as-a-Service providers. Headquartered in San Jose, California, with additional offices in Israel and New York, the company offers LightOS, a Software Defined Storage solution that integrates with existing datacenter infrastructure, and LightField, a Storage Acceleration Card supporting the LightOS stack. Lightbits' innovative NVMe/TCP protocol enables high-performance block storage, simplifying scalability and reducing costs for cloud-native applications in diverse environments.
Common Sense Machines
Seed Round in 2020
Common Sense Machines develops an artificial intelligence-based platform that translates photos and videos into 3D simulations. The company aims to harness the adaptability of human-like learning combined with the efficiency of machine processing to enable one-shot 3D perception and manipulation of everyday objects. This technology allows users to quickly and effectively create game-engine-ready assets, streamlining their creative processes and enhancing productivity in various applications.
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.
Game.tv
Series A in 2019
Game.tv, Inc. operates an AI-based e-sports tournament platform designed to automate gaming tournaments for mobile gamers. Founded in 2018 and based in Campbell, California, the company offers its core product, Tourney, which serves as an AI-powered e-sports assistant capable of managing tournaments from inception to conclusion. The platform facilitates the organization of online competitions, enhancing gamers' experiences by providing tools for live streaming, community engagement, skill development, and rewards. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Game.tv enables users to immerse themselves in the mobile gaming environment and interact across diverse gaming communities.
NeuroBlade
Series A in 2019
NeuroBlade, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Hod-Hasharon, Israel, specializes in the development and manufacturing of artificial intelligence chips designed for the inference phase in both data centers and end-devices. The company's innovative products aim to eliminate memory bottlenecks and support various AI topologies, thereby enhancing analytical query performance. NeuroBlade's proprietary computational memory technology combines extensive expertise in hardware, software, and algorithms to address the growing demand for efficient data analytics infrastructure. By focusing on reducing costs and power consumption, the company aims to facilitate faster insights for businesses navigating digital transformation. NeuroBlade also has operational presence in Taipei, Taiwan, and Palo Alto, California.
AdHawk Microsystems
Series B in 2019
AdHawk Microsystems Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the development of eye and gesture tracking technology, along with micro-electromechanical systems for mobile and wearable devices. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Kitchener, the company has created a camera-free eye tracking system that enhances mobile data capture, paving the way for advanced augmented and virtual reality solutions. AdHawk's technology features a full-stack approach, integrating custom silicon with cloud-based analytics, which enables rapid and high-quality data processing. The company is focused on producing innovative wearable eye tracking products that offer significant computational and power efficiencies, driving the development of smart glasses and other devices with all-day biometric sensing capabilities. Additionally, AdHawk aims to introduce the first brain fitness tracker, a consumer wearable that will provide insights into cognitive processes and promote brain health and wellness for a wide audience.
LISNR
Venture Round in 2019
LISNR, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in ultrasonic communication protocols, enabling data transmission over audio. Founded in 2012, the company offers various solutions, including LISNR Point for close-range transmission, LISNR Zone for mid-range, and LISNR Radius for long-range communication between devices. Additionally, it provides the Acceptance Device, which facilitates the sending and receiving of data. LISNR's technology is utilized by clients in retail and mobility sectors, enhancing customer interactions by creating secure and seamless transactions. The company has established strategic partnerships with notable organizations such as Cisco, AEG, Intel, and Visa. Headquartered in Oakland, California, with an office in Cincinnati, Ohio, LISNR continues to innovate in the field of ultrasonic data communication.
Eeasy Tech
Series A in 2019
Eeasy Tech, officially known as Yizhi Electronic Technology Co., Ltd., is a system solution provider specializing in AI machine vision algorithms and SOC chip design. Founded in Zhuhai in 2016, the company operates additional offices in Beijing and Shenzhen. With a workforce of over 100 employees, many of whom are graduates from top domestic universities, the core team possesses extensive experience in SOC chip mass production. The company focuses on independent research and development of intellectual property related to AI acceleration, high-definition display, audio and video codecs, and high-speed digital-analog mixing. Its SOC chip technology is applied across various sectors, including industrial control, consumer electronics, automotive electronics, and smart home solutions. By offering services such as SOC chip design, audiovisual processing, software development, and AI solutions, Eeasy Tech supports clients in their system construction, hardware development, and market expansion efforts.
Eta Wireless
Venture Round in 2019
Eta Wireless specializes in power management solutions aimed at addressing energy inefficiencies in mobile communication devices, including smartphones, wearables, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The company's innovative technology, ETAdvanced, significantly reduces energy consumption and extends battery life, effectively minimizing power waste typically lost as heat. Unlike traditional power management systems, ETAdvanced is compatible with emerging gigabit communication standards such as LTE Advanced, 5G, and WiFi. This advancement enables manufacturers to enhance the efficiency and longevity of their devices, ensuring that users are less likely to experience power depletion.
Syntiant
Series B in 2018
Syntiant specializes in developing neuromorphic semiconductors that bring artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities directly to edge devices, reducing reliance on cloud-based processing. The company's advanced chip solutions combine deep learning with semiconductor design to create ultra-low-power, high-performance processors for deep neural networks. These processors are ideal for always-on applications in battery-powered devices such as smartphones, smart speakers, earbuds, hearing aids, and laptops, enabling the development of AI technology for sensor, voice, and video applications across a wide range of products.
VeriSilicon
Series A in 2018
VeriSilicon, headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with an additional office in Plano, Texas, is a semiconductor company specializing in custom silicon solutions and system-on-chip (SoC) turnkey services. It offers a wide range of services, including the design and manufacture of memory chips, and provides licensable digital signal processing cores, Hantro Video IPs, and eDRAM. VeriSilicon caters to diverse industries such as smartphones, media tablets, HDTVs, set-top boxes, and data centers, targeting advanced process technologies like 28nm and FD-SOI. The company's portfolio includes five types of in-house processor IPs and over 1,400 analog and mixed signal IPs and RF IPs, enabling it to deliver comprehensive, customized silicon solutions.
Embodied
Series A in 2018
Embodied, Inc. is a robotics company based in Pasadena, California, specializing in the development of personal companion robots aimed at enhancing care and wellness. Founded in 2016 and formerly known as CareBots, Inc., the company has created Moxie, an interactive robot designed for children that promotes social, emotional, and cognitive development through play-based learning. Drawing on over 14 years of research in socially assistive robotics from the University of Southern California and extensive experience in consumer robotics, Embodied combines advanced artificial intelligence with engaging storytelling and animation techniques. The company's mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals and families by providing life-like, interactive robots that serve as motivators, coaches, and companions, empowering users to improve their own well-being.
Syntiant
Series A in 2018
Syntiant specializes in developing neuromorphic semiconductors that bring artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities directly to edge devices, reducing reliance on cloud-based processing. The company's advanced chip solutions combine deep learning with semiconductor design to create ultra-low-power, high-performance processors for deep neural networks. These processors are ideal for always-on applications in battery-powered devices such as smartphones, smart speakers, earbuds, hearing aids, and laptops, enabling the development of AI technology for sensor, voice, and video applications across a wide range of products.
VenueNext
Funding Round in 2018
VenueNext, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in creating venue-specific, context-aware applications designed to enhance the experience of event-goers. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, VenueNext provides a mobile-centric platform that offers insights into guest behavior and enables venue operators to manage high-volume demand effectively. Its products include VenueNext Canopy, which allows operators to sell unused parking spots and send custom news updates to fans during events, as well as a data and analytics dashboard for real-time insights. VenueNext serves a diverse range of venues, including sports stadiums, concert amphitheaters, theme parks, hotels, and conference facilities, both domestically and internationally. The company leverages a skilled team with experience from major tech companies to deliver innovative solutions that improve operational efficiency and customer loyalty.
Dysonics
Series B in 2018
Dysonics, Inc. specializes in advanced audio software and hardware solutions designed for headphones, focusing on the capture, creation, and playback of spatial audio and next-generation content, such as virtual reality. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, the company emerged from research conducted at the University of California, Davis, where its team pioneered human audio perception and spatial sound technologies. Dysonics offers products like the Rondo Motion, a wireless motion sensor for headphones, and the Rondo player, which plays back non-DRM content. Their technology is applied in various fields, including teleconferencing, surveillance, home entertainment, and interactive multimedia, enhancing experiences in virtual and augmented reality. Additionally, Dysonics provides content encoding technology to airlines, allowing passengers to enjoy a cinematic surround sound experience through in-flight entertainment. The company's innovations leverage patented algorithms, microphone and speaker arrays, head tracking sensors, and machine learning for personalized audio applications.
Trigence Semiconductor
Series C in 2018
Trigence Semiconductor, Inc. is an audio integrated circuit design and solution provider based in Tokyo, Japan, with additional offices in the United States, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. Founded in 2006, the company specializes in developing digital audio products, including Digital Speaker Modules, which integrate speakers, enclosures, connectors, audio DSPs, and interfaces to meet the audio needs of PCs, tablets, and smartphones. Trigence's technology is designed to enhance audio quality for various consumer electronics, such as computers, headphones, soundbars, and Bluetooth speakers, while ensuring efficient power consumption. The company's products are distributed through various channels, catering to the consumer and IT markets. Trigence is recognized for its innovative algorithms that control speaker response, allowing users to experience high-quality audio in a range of applications.
Aledia
Series C in 2018
Aledia SA, established in 2011, specializes in the development and manufacturing of light-emitting diodes (LEDs). The company's proprietary technology involves a 3D architecture using gallium-nitride-on-silicon microwires, enabling cost-effective production of LED chips at 25% the cost of traditional planar LED chips. Aledia's products cater to general lighting, automotive, and display applications, with a focus on mobile displays and microdisplays for AR/VR devices. Headquartered in Grenoble, France, the company has subsidiaries in Malacca, Malaysia, and Palo Alto, California.
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.
AdHawk Microsystems
Series A in 2017
AdHawk Microsystems Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the development of eye and gesture tracking technology, along with micro-electromechanical systems for mobile and wearable devices. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Kitchener, the company has created a camera-free eye tracking system that enhances mobile data capture, paving the way for advanced augmented and virtual reality solutions. AdHawk's technology features a full-stack approach, integrating custom silicon with cloud-based analytics, which enables rapid and high-quality data processing. The company is focused on producing innovative wearable eye tracking products that offer significant computational and power efficiencies, driving the development of smart glasses and other devices with all-day biometric sensing capabilities. Additionally, AdHawk aims to introduce the first brain fitness tracker, a consumer wearable that will provide insights into cognitive processes and promote brain health and wellness for a wide audience.
Keyssa
Series C in 2017
Keyssa, Inc., established in 2009 and headquartered in Campbell, California, specializes in developing and manufacturing contactless connectors and wireless semiconductors. Utilizing millimeter-wave technology, the company's flagship product, Kiss Connectivity, enables secure, instantaneous, and high-speed data transfer between devices in close proximity. This tiny, solid-state system eliminates the need for traditional metal connectors, cables, and wireless networks, offering a protocol-agnostic, EHF transmission solution. Keyssa's products cater to a wide range of applications, including mobile phones, displays, automotive, robotic surgery, factory automation, and data centers. The company's offerings, such as the KSS104U, streamline production line testing, significantly reducing overall test time. Keyssa operates additional offices in Tigard, Oregon; Shenzhen, China; Seoul, South Korea; and Taipei, Taiwan.
Exvision
Funding Round in 2017
Exvision Inc., founded in 2009 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in advanced computer vision technologies for consumer electronics. The company develops next-generation sensing and control platforms aimed at enhancing human-machine communication. Its innovative solutions include a gesture recognition system, a high-speed tracking microscope, a book-flipping scanning system, and an auto pan-tilt inspection system. By focusing on transforming high-speed computer vision into scalable applications, Exvision enables industries to capture and process information from fast-moving objects efficiently, thereby improving operational effectiveness and image quality.
Good Way Technology Co.
Venture Round in 2017
Good Way Technology Co., Ltd. is a Taiwan-based company that specializes in the design, manufacture, and sale of USB peripherals on a global scale. Founded in 1983 and headquartered in New Taipei City, the company offers a diverse range of products, including docking stations, Thunderbolt devices, USB video and display adapters, and USB hubs. Additionally, its product line features wireless devices, share switches, data transfer products, and audio devices. The company also develops home automation products, such as active motion sensors, USB dongles, door/window sensors, power monitor switches, LED dimmers, and emergency alert devices. Good Way Technology Co., Ltd. is committed to providing innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of consumers and businesses alike.
Good Way Technology Co.
Convertible Note in 2016
Good Way Technology Co., Ltd. is a Taiwan-based company that specializes in the design, manufacture, and sale of USB peripherals on a global scale. Founded in 1983 and headquartered in New Taipei City, the company offers a diverse range of products, including docking stations, Thunderbolt devices, USB video and display adapters, and USB hubs. Additionally, its product line features wireless devices, share switches, data transfer products, and audio devices. The company also develops home automation products, such as active motion sensors, USB dongles, door/window sensors, power monitor switches, LED dimmers, and emergency alert devices. Good Way Technology Co., Ltd. is committed to providing innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of consumers and businesses alike.
Embodied
Seed Round in 2016
Embodied, Inc. is a robotics company based in Pasadena, California, specializing in the development of personal companion robots aimed at enhancing care and wellness. Founded in 2016 and formerly known as CareBots, Inc., the company has created Moxie, an interactive robot designed for children that promotes social, emotional, and cognitive development through play-based learning. Drawing on over 14 years of research in socially assistive robotics from the University of Southern California and extensive experience in consumer robotics, Embodied combines advanced artificial intelligence with engaging storytelling and animation techniques. The company's mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals and families by providing life-like, interactive robots that serve as motivators, coaches, and companions, empowering users to improve their own well-being.
Dysonics
Series A in 2016
Dysonics, Inc. specializes in advanced audio software and hardware solutions designed for headphones, focusing on the capture, creation, and playback of spatial audio and next-generation content, such as virtual reality. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, the company emerged from research conducted at the University of California, Davis, where its team pioneered human audio perception and spatial sound technologies. Dysonics offers products like the Rondo Motion, a wireless motion sensor for headphones, and the Rondo player, which plays back non-DRM content. Their technology is applied in various fields, including teleconferencing, surveillance, home entertainment, and interactive multimedia, enhancing experiences in virtual and augmented reality. Additionally, Dysonics provides content encoding technology to airlines, allowing passengers to enjoy a cinematic surround sound experience through in-flight entertainment. The company's innovations leverage patented algorithms, microphone and speaker arrays, head tracking sensors, and machine learning for personalized audio applications.
Eta Wireless
Seed Round in 2016
Eta Wireless specializes in power management solutions aimed at addressing energy inefficiencies in mobile communication devices, including smartphones, wearables, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The company's innovative technology, ETAdvanced, significantly reduces energy consumption and extends battery life, effectively minimizing power waste typically lost as heat. Unlike traditional power management systems, ETAdvanced is compatible with emerging gigabit communication standards such as LTE Advanced, 5G, and WiFi. This advancement enables manufacturers to enhance the efficiency and longevity of their devices, ensuring that users are less likely to experience power depletion.
Movidius
Acquisition in 2016
Movidius is a vision processor company based in San Mateo, California, specializing in the design of compact and high-performance computational imaging and vision processing chips. The company develops software, development tools, and reference designs aimed at enhancing intelligent and contextually aware experiences in mobile and wearable devices, as well as various consumer and industrial camera applications. By focusing on ultralow power consumption, Movidius' technology supports advancements in computational imaging and computer vision for a range of connected devices, including smartphones, tablets, and embedded systems. The company is backed by several venture capital firms, which contribute to its innovative approach in the rapidly evolving field of visual technology.
Mark One
Seed Round in 2016
Mark One is a consumer brand based in San Francisco, California, focused on creating products that encourage healthier lifestyle choices. Co-founded by Justin Lee and Yves Behar, along with the fuseproject team, the company introduced its flagship product, Vessyl, a smart cup designed to automatically track liquid consumption in real time. This innovative device helps users monitor their hydration levels effectively, aligning with the brand's mission to engage and inform individuals about their dietary habits.
Itseez
Acquisition in 2016
Itseez, Inc. specializes in computer vision software solutions and consulting services. The company is known for its Open Source Computer Vision Library (OpenCV), which provides a wide range of computer vision and machine learning algorithms for tasks such as face detection, object recognition, and video analysis. Itseez also develops Advanced Driver Assistance System algorithms for the automotive industry, including features like traffic sign recognition and pedestrian detection. Additional offerings include Facense, a technology for face analysis, and itSeez3D, a mobile 3D scanning application. The company provides custom algorithm development in various areas, including deep learning, gesture recognition, and augmented reality. Itseez serves multiple markets, including automotive, security, and consumer applications. Founded in 2005 in San Francisco, Itseez originally operated as Computer Vision Center Argus Ltd. and has since become a subsidiary of Intel Corporation.
Snowcookie
Seed Round in 2016
Snowcookie is a Swiss company founded in 2014, specializing in wearable technology for skiers. It offers a unique smart skiing system that includes two ski sensors and a central unit, which connect to a mobile application on iPhones. This system captures and analyzes the motion of both the skier and their equipment, measuring various parameters such as speed, technique, and body position. The application provides real-time feedback, enabling users to receive audio coaching and track their performance through detailed metrics and beautifully rendered 3D maps. Snowcookie's innovative approach not only enhances the skiing experience but also allows users to challenge themselves and compare their runs, ultimately aiming to improve their skills on the slopes. The company markets its products online, catering to the growing demand for advanced sports technology in the skiing community.
Ninebot
Venture Round in 2016
Ninebot Inc. is a company that specializes in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution, and sale of short-distance personal transportation products. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Beijing, China, Ninebot focuses on providing eco-friendly, electric, and self-balancing vehicles tailored for short-range commuting. The company serves a diverse customer base through a network of distributors and retail points both in China and internationally.
Trigence Semiconductor
Corporate Round in 2015
Trigence Semiconductor, Inc. is an audio integrated circuit design and solution provider based in Tokyo, Japan, with additional offices in the United States, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. Founded in 2006, the company specializes in developing digital audio products, including Digital Speaker Modules, which integrate speakers, enclosures, connectors, audio DSPs, and interfaces to meet the audio needs of PCs, tablets, and smartphones. Trigence's technology is designed to enhance audio quality for various consumer electronics, such as computers, headphones, soundbars, and Bluetooth speakers, while ensuring efficient power consumption. The company's products are distributed through various channels, catering to the consumer and IT markets. Trigence is recognized for its innovative algorithms that control speaker response, allowing users to experience high-quality audio in a range of applications.
Eyefluence
Series B in 2015
Eyefluence, Inc. specializes in developing eye-interaction technology for controlling augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR) head-mounted displays (HMDs) using eye movements. Founded in 2013 and based in Reno, Nevada, the company integrates its technology with HMDs to enhance user interaction through natural eye tracking and control, leveraging a deep understanding of eye biomechanics and the eye-brain connection. Eyefluence holds a substantial intellectual property portfolio, with over 30 patents granted or pending, and collaborates with both emerging startups and established Fortune 100 companies to promote the adoption of smart glasses for various applications, including enterprise, industrial, government, and consumer sectors. The multidisciplinary team is led by experienced entrepreneurs and focuses on overcoming technical challenges to create seamless user experiences in AR, VR, and MR environments. As of late 2016, Eyefluence operates as a subsidiary of Google.
Prieto Battery
Venture Round in 2015
Prieto Battery Inc. is a company that designs and manufactures rechargeable 3D lithium-ion batteries. Founded in 2009 and based in Fort Collins, Colorado, it specializes in producing batteries suitable for renewable energy applications, electric and hybrid vehicles, consumer products, and government use. The company originated from Colorado State's Cenergy super cluster and focuses on utilizing nanostructured materials in its battery technology, aiming for mass production. The first prototype of its innovative battery design was anticipated in early 2010.
LISNR
Series B in 2015
LISNR, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in ultrasonic communication protocols, enabling data transmission over audio. Founded in 2012, the company offers various solutions, including LISNR Point for close-range transmission, LISNR Zone for mid-range, and LISNR Radius for long-range communication between devices. Additionally, it provides the Acceptance Device, which facilitates the sending and receiving of data. LISNR's technology is utilized by clients in retail and mobility sectors, enhancing customer interactions by creating secure and seamless transactions. The company has established strategic partnerships with notable organizations such as Cisco, AEG, Intel, and Visa. Headquartered in Oakland, California, with an office in Cincinnati, Ohio, LISNR continues to innovate in the field of ultrasonic data communication.
Ninebot
Series B in 2015
Ninebot Inc. is a company that specializes in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution, and sale of short-distance personal transportation products. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Beijing, China, Ninebot focuses on providing eco-friendly, electric, and self-balancing vehicles tailored for short-range commuting. The company serves a diverse customer base through a network of distributors and retail points both in China and internationally.
Yuneec
Venture Round in 2015
Yuneec is a manufacturer of remote-controlled aircraft, catering to both hobbyists and commercial users. The company offers a diverse range of products, including ready-to-fly fixed-wing airplanes, electric drones, and aerial video quadcopters. Yuneec's innovative designs enable users to conduct aerial photography and capture live video from various perspectives, enhancing their ability to explore and document environments from above. Their product lineup includes manned aircraft, micro-copters, and camera-equipped quadcopters and hexacopters, positioning Yuneec as a significant player in the remote-controlled aircraft market.
Docea Power
Acquisition in 2015
Docea Power SAS specializes in developing and marketing software solutions for power and thermal analysis at the architectural level of electronic systems. Its primary product, Aceplorer, facilitates the modeling, exploration, and optimization of power and thermal behavior across various electronic architectures, accommodating a range of model complexities and heterogeneous systems that include digital, analog, and mixed signal components. Additionally, Docea Power offers AceThermalModeler, which generates compact thermal models for system on chips, 3D integrated circuits, systems in package, or complete boards. The company also provides training and consultancy services to support its clients. Its software is utilized by original equipment manufacturers, system in package and system on chip manufacturers, as well as intellectual property and integrated circuit providers across diverse industries, including wireless, automotive, consumer electronics, aerospace, computing, and medical sectors. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Moirans, France, Docea Power operates as a subsidiary of Intel Corporation.
NextInput
Venture Round in 2015
NextInput Inc. is a technology development company based in Atlanta, Georgia, specializing in innovative human-machine interaction methods. Founded in 2010 by a team from Georgia Tech, the company focuses on creating force and pressure-sensitive touch technologies that enhance the usability of electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, laptops, and automotive interfaces. Its flagship product, ForceTouch, enables a tactile and pressure-sensitive interaction experience, while the EVK-1s evaluation kit supports the development of single-touch solutions. Additionally, NextInput offers an analog front end (AFE) solution that accurately detects force through various materials. The company's technology is designed to be water and dustproof, ensuring high touch sensitivity and minimizing issues like key anti-ghosting, addressing critical needs in the growing touch technology market.
Rithmio
Seed Round in 2015
Rithmio, Inc. specializes in gesture recognition technology, offering a platform that enables the development of gesture-based products. The company's software integrates with motion-sensing devices, including wearables, smartphones, and connected sports equipment, to learn, track, and analyze user movements in real time. Rithmio's flagship product, Constellation, is designed for next-generation wearables and connected clothing, allowing brands to seamlessly incorporate gesture recognition into their devices. The company has established strategic partnerships with prominent semiconductor and consumer electronics manufacturers, supporting the integration of its technology at various levels, including system on chip and reference design. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Rithmio was originally known as Neurogito, Inc. before rebranding in 2014.
Mark One
Venture Round in 2015
Mark One is a consumer brand based in San Francisco, California, focused on creating products that encourage healthier lifestyle choices. Co-founded by Justin Lee and Yves Behar, along with the fuseproject team, the company introduced its flagship product, Vessyl, a smart cup designed to automatically track liquid consumption in real time. This innovative device helps users monitor their hydration levels effectively, aligning with the brand's mission to engage and inform individuals about their dietary habits.
Lemoptix
Acquisition in 2015
Lemoptix specializes in the development, sale, and licensing of advanced micro-opto-electromechanical systems (MOEMS) that utilize laser scanning and microprojection technologies for consumer and automotive applications. The company is known for its MVIEW systems, which are recognized as the world's smallest laser microprojection solutions. These systems are designed for integration by automotive manufacturers and original design manufacturers, facilitating applications such as head-up displays in vehicles and embedded projection systems in mobile devices. By enabling the projection of information directly onto nearby surfaces, Lemoptix's technology allows users to view and share content without the constraints of traditional displays. Additionally, the company is exploring wearable display solutions for smart glasses and collaborates with industry partners to develop these innovations further. Founded as a spin-off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, Lemoptix is situated in a leading micro- and nanotechnology hub and is supported by reputable private investors and Swisscom Ventures.
Lantiq
Acquisition in 2015
Lantiq has a unique capability to combine traditional Wireline technologies with leading-edge Access and Home Networking technologies. Their semiconductor solutions are deployed by major carriers and found in home networks in every region of the world.
Composyt Light Labs
Acquisition in 2015
Composyt Light Labs is a company focused on creating ultra-compact wearable display technology that seamlessly integrates with standard eyewear, paving the way for innovative smart glasses. As a spin-off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, Switzerland, the company aims to enhance the eyewear market by offering not only aesthetic smart glasses but also computer display protection spectacles. These products are designed to assist individuals with vision issues, contributing to eye health while providing quality eye accessories.
Vuzix
Post in 2015
Vuzix Corporation is a leader in designing, manufacturing, and selling augmented reality (AR) wearable display devices, primarily in the form of smart glasses. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in West Henrietta, New York, the company operates in multiple regions, including North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific. Vuzix's product offerings cater to various markets, including enterprise, industrial, medical, and consumer sectors, featuring monocular smart glasses and products designed for applications such as text messaging, navigation, and social media interactions. The company is also developing binocular AR smart glasses that enhance user experience by overlaying digital content onto real-world environments. Vuzix's devices facilitate interaction with video and digital content through eyewear or head-mounted displays, and they are compatible with various applications available via the company's app store. Additionally, Vuzix holds a significant portfolio of patents and has received awards for innovation in video eyewear and wireless technology, solidifying its position as a prominent player in the augmented and virtual reality markets.
Eyefluence
Series A in 2014
Eyefluence, Inc. specializes in developing eye-interaction technology for controlling augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR) head-mounted displays (HMDs) using eye movements. Founded in 2013 and based in Reno, Nevada, the company integrates its technology with HMDs to enhance user interaction through natural eye tracking and control, leveraging a deep understanding of eye biomechanics and the eye-brain connection. Eyefluence holds a substantial intellectual property portfolio, with over 30 patents granted or pending, and collaborates with both emerging startups and established Fortune 100 companies to promote the adoption of smart glasses for various applications, including enterprise, industrial, government, and consumer sectors. The multidisciplinary team is led by experienced entrepreneurs and focuses on overcoming technical challenges to create seamless user experiences in AR, VR, and MR environments. As of late 2016, Eyefluence operates as a subsidiary of Google.
Audyssey
Venture Round in 2014
Audyssey Laboratories, Inc. is a Los Angeles-based company specializing in the development of innovative audio technologies and research-based solutions for voice and sound. Founded in 2002, the company offers a suite of acoustic and voice algorithms known as Audyssey eVR, which enhances far field voice recognition and clear communication across various devices, including mobile applications, televisions, personal computers, home theaters, and automotive systems. Audyssey's technologies address common audio issues such as volume spikes and poor sound quality, while also tackling complex challenges related to room acoustics. The company's solutions are widely utilized in consumer electronics and professional settings, including recording studios and cinemas. By licensing its technology to consumer electronics manufacturers, Audyssey aims to improve the audio experience for users, ensuring that sound is reproduced accurately as intended.
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.
Keyssa
Series C in 2014
Keyssa, Inc., established in 2009 and headquartered in Campbell, California, specializes in developing and manufacturing contactless connectors and wireless semiconductors. Utilizing millimeter-wave technology, the company's flagship product, Kiss Connectivity, enables secure, instantaneous, and high-speed data transfer between devices in close proximity. This tiny, solid-state system eliminates the need for traditional metal connectors, cables, and wireless networks, offering a protocol-agnostic, EHF transmission solution. Keyssa's products cater to a wide range of applications, including mobile phones, displays, automotive, robotic surgery, factory automation, and data centers. The company's offerings, such as the KSS104U, streamline production line testing, significantly reducing overall test time. Keyssa operates additional offices in Tigard, Oregon; Shenzhen, China; Seoul, South Korea; and Taipei, Taiwan.
Tsinghua Unigroup
Corporate Round in 2014
Tsinghua Unigroup Ltd. is a holding company based in Beijing, China, primarily engaged in the design, development, and marketing of wireless systems-on-chip and radio-frequency semiconductors. Established in 1988, the company offers a diverse range of products, including baseband processors, power amplifiers, radio-frequency front-end modules, transceivers, and various connectivity solutions such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi systems. Its semiconductor solutions are utilized in mobile handsets, set-top boxes, MP3 players, and other consumer electronic devices. In addition to its semiconductor business, Tsinghua Unigroup also provides cloud network services and system integration solutions tailored for both enterprise and individual users, addressing the growing demand for digitalization and network security in the domestic and global markets. The company operates as a subsidiary of Tsinghua Holdings Co., Ltd.
VeriSilicon
Venture Round in 2014
VeriSilicon, headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with an additional office in Plano, Texas, is a semiconductor company specializing in custom silicon solutions and system-on-chip (SoC) turnkey services. It offers a wide range of services, including the design and manufacture of memory chips, and provides licensable digital signal processing cores, Hantro Video IPs, and eDRAM. VeriSilicon caters to diverse industries such as smartphones, media tablets, HDTVs, set-top boxes, and data centers, targeting advanced process technologies like 28nm and FD-SOI. The company's portfolio includes five types of in-house processor IPs and over 1,400 analog and mixed signal IPs and RF IPs, enabling it to deliver comprehensive, customized silicon solutions.
BASIS Science
Acquisition in 2014
At Basis our mission is to help fit health into our busy lives. We designed our wrist-based health tracker and online personal dashboard to help you easily incorporate healthy habits into your daily routine. Basis leverages four types of advanced sensors in its lightweight, customizable design to calculate steps taken, calories burned and sleep quality, as well as physiological metrics like heart rate. We help you set new health goals and automatically adjust weekly targets based on your progress. Using this flexible approach you’ll build healthy habits you can maintain for years. Basis Science, Inc. is backed by Norwest Venture Partners and Doll Capital Management.
Snapdeal
Series D in 2014
Snapdeal is India's largest online marketplace, launched in February 2010, that connects buyers and sellers across a wide range of product categories including mobile phones, electronics, apparel, cosmetics, and home goods. The platform is designed to create a reliable and frictionless commerce ecosystem, offering convenient delivery options even to remote areas. Snapdeal is notable for its competitive pricing, featuring daily deals and discounts that make various products accessible to consumers. It has established itself as a market leader in the retail space and is recognized for its significant presence in categories such as watches, sunglasses, and jewelry. With over 1,000 employees, Snapdeal fosters a vibrant work environment and continues to play a critical role in India's e-commerce landscape.
FlatFrog Laboratories
Venture Round in 2014
FlatFrog Laboratories AB, founded in 2007 and headquartered in Lund, Sweden, specializes in manufacturing interactive panel displays. The company offers a range of products including the FlatFrog board, monitors, and kits designed for various sectors such as education, collaboration, medical, and signage. Their multi-touch modules cater to diverse applications in hospitality, retail, and digital signage, among others. FlatFrog's technology is engineered for high-volume production, providing advanced multi-touch performance for large flat displays. The company's products find use in settings like interactive whiteboards, video walls, and consumer electronics. With a presence in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia Pacific, and Korea, FlatFrog Laboratories serves a global market, reflecting its commitment to enhancing multi-touch computing experiences.
WiTricity
Series E in 2013
WiTricity Corporation specializes in wireless power solutions utilizing patented magnetic resonance technology. Founded in 2007 and based in Watertown, Massachusetts, the company focuses on various applications, including electric vehicle (EV) charging, mobile device charging, wireless batteries, and medical devices. WiTricity is recognized as a leader in the development of wireless charging for both passenger and commercial vehicles, playing a key role in establishing global standards for EV wireless charging. Its technology enables seamless energy transfer through oscillating magnetic fields, allowing clients to adopt wireless charging systems that eliminate the need for plug-in connections. The company's extensive patent portfolio underpins its innovations, attracting automakers and suppliers seeking to enhance the convenience of EV charging and promote future autonomous driving technologies. WiTricity also licenses its technology to original equipment manufacturers, enabling them to integrate wireless power transfer into their products across various sectors, including consumer electronics, industrial applications, and military uses.
BASIS Science
Series B in 2013
At Basis our mission is to help fit health into our busy lives. We designed our wrist-based health tracker and online personal dashboard to help you easily incorporate healthy habits into your daily routine. Basis leverages four types of advanced sensors in its lightweight, customizable design to calculate steps taken, calories burned and sleep quality, as well as physiological metrics like heart rate. We help you set new health goals and automatically adjust weekly targets based on your progress. Using this flexible approach you’ll build healthy habits you can maintain for years. Basis Science, Inc. is backed by Norwest Venture Partners and Doll Capital Management.
Omek Interactive
Acquisition in 2013
Omek Interactive specializes in developing tools and technology that allow manufacturers and software developers to integrate gesture-based interfaces into their products. The company's gesture recognition and body tracking software is utilized across a diverse range of devices, including televisions, set-top boxes, game consoles, tablets, notebooks, PCs, smartphones, interactive signage, and medical and fitness equipment. This technology facilitates a variety of applications, such as gaming, advertising, physical therapy, home and factory automation, security and surveillance, and virtual fitting. Omek's solutions are compatible with all major 3D cameras and support an extensive array of processors and operating systems, enabling broad adoption of gesture-enabled functionalities across multiple sectors.
Zinitix
Venture Round in 2013
Zinitix, established in 2000 and led by CEO James Jong Man Sohn, is a South Korean company focused on the manufacturing of System ICs, primarily specializing in touch controller integrated circuits (ICs). The company leverages its proprietary microcontroller (MCU) core technology to develop various semiconductor solutions, including antinoise technologies, stylus-pen functionalities, and cost-reduction touch solutions. Zinitix's products are utilized in a wide range of applications, such as smartphones, tablet PCs, laptop computers, home appliances, and automotive systems. The company serves clients across several regions, including South Korea, Taiwan, Japan, and the United States.
Snapdeal
Series C in 2013
Snapdeal is India's largest online marketplace, launched in February 2010, that connects buyers and sellers across a wide range of product categories including mobile phones, electronics, apparel, cosmetics, and home goods. The platform is designed to create a reliable and frictionless commerce ecosystem, offering convenient delivery options even to remote areas. Snapdeal is notable for its competitive pricing, featuring daily deals and discounts that make various products accessible to consumers. It has established itself as a market leader in the retail space and is recognized for its significant presence in categories such as watches, sunglasses, and jewelry. With over 1,000 employees, Snapdeal fosters a vibrant work environment and continues to play a critical role in India's e-commerce landscape.
Avnera
Series E in 2013
Avnera Corporation specializes in designing and developing analog system-on-chip (ASoC) technology products for the consumer audio industry. The company creates highly integrated application-specific integrated circuits (ICs) tailored for various audio and voice applications, including gaming headsets, home theater systems, and wireless microphones. Avnera's expertise lies in analog and mixed-signal circuit design, allowing it to combine diverse circuit types onto a single chip, which enhances performance while reducing system costs. Its product offerings encompass wireless audio ASoC devices, sound processors, and digital signal processing solutions. Avnera's customer base includes notable brands such as Logitech, Panasonic, and Polycom. Established in 2003 and headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, Avnera operates as a subsidiary of Skyworks Solutions.
Transmension Technology
Venture Round in 2012
Transmension Technology, based in Shanghai, China, specializes in developing and distributing 3D games for television-based platforms. It creates family-friendly content, focusing on casual games, and delivers them via IPTV, smart TVs, cable TV carriers, and other home entertainment devices both in China and internationally. The company is committed to advancing 3D somatosensory game technology to meet the growing demand for immersive gaming experiences.
Lilliputian Systems
Venture Round in 2012
Lilliputian Systems provides mobile power solutions for consumer electronics devices. The company aims to revolutionize mobile fuel, ushering in new applications and devices made possible by their technology.
Movea
Venture Round in 2012
Movea is a provider of motion sensing and data fusion software, firmware, and IP for the consumer electronics, particularly smart phones and tablets, sports and fitness and eHealth industries. Movea's proprietary SmartMotion™ technology - unique motion processing capabilities - enable customers and partners to quickly add motion intelligence to their products, providing reduced risk, cost, and time-to-market advantages for delivering compelling new motion-based features that create more value and a more exciting user experience for the consumer. Movea has a global presence with headquarters in Grenoble, France, a U.S. subsidiary in Silicon Valley, California, as well as technology and manufacturing partners and distributors around the world. The company was recently named a “Cool Vendor for 2012” by leading analyst firm Gartner Inc. Movea, Inc. was formerly known as Gyration, Inc. and changed its name to Movea, Inc. in January 2008. The company was founded in 1989 and is based in Milpitas, California. As of December 21, 2007, Movea, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Movea SA.
FlatFrog Laboratories
Venture Round in 2012
FlatFrog Laboratories AB, founded in 2007 and headquartered in Lund, Sweden, specializes in manufacturing interactive panel displays. The company offers a range of products including the FlatFrog board, monitors, and kits designed for various sectors such as education, collaboration, medical, and signage. Their multi-touch modules cater to diverse applications in hospitality, retail, and digital signage, among others. FlatFrog's technology is engineered for high-volume production, providing advanced multi-touch performance for large flat displays. The company's products find use in settings like interactive whiteboards, video walls, and consumer electronics. With a presence in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia Pacific, and Korea, FlatFrog Laboratories serves a global market, reflecting its commitment to enhancing multi-touch computing experiences.
Trigence Semiconductor
Venture Round in 2012
Trigence Semiconductor, Inc. is an audio integrated circuit design and solution provider based in Tokyo, Japan, with additional offices in the United States, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. Founded in 2006, the company specializes in developing digital audio products, including Digital Speaker Modules, which integrate speakers, enclosures, connectors, audio DSPs, and interfaces to meet the audio needs of PCs, tablets, and smartphones. Trigence's technology is designed to enhance audio quality for various consumer electronics, such as computers, headphones, soundbars, and Bluetooth speakers, while ensuring efficient power consumption. The company's products are distributed through various channels, catering to the consumer and IT markets. Trigence is recognized for its innovative algorithms that control speaker response, allowing users to experience high-quality audio in a range of applications.
Inhalio
Seed Round in 2012
Inhalio, Inc. develops a cloud-based platform for scent diffusion, transforming traditional scent devices into smart, connected systems. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Atherton, California, with additional locations in Paris and New York, the company serves various markets, including retail, automotive, home, entertainment, and wearables. Its technology enables businesses to monitor and track scent diffusion through smart cartridges, facilitating interactive scent experiences that enhance customer engagement and well-being. By leveraging intelligent machine-to-machine communication and biometric feedback, Inhalio allows fragrance brands to create tailored scent experiences that can positively influence consumer behavior and drive sales.
Transmension Technology
Series A in 2012
Transmension Technology, based in Shanghai, China, specializes in developing and distributing 3D games for television-based platforms. It creates family-friendly content, focusing on casual games, and delivers them via IPTV, smart TVs, cable TV carriers, and other home entertainment devices both in China and internationally. The company is committed to advancing 3D somatosensory game technology to meet the growing demand for immersive gaming experiences.
Coquelux
Series A in 2012
Coquelux is an online luxury private sales club based in São Paulo, Brazil. It specializes in offering exclusive daily buying opportunities for clients interested in coveted fashion and luxury lifestyle brands. The company features a diverse product range that includes fashion apparel, jewelry, accessories, sportswear, consumer electronics, home products, beauty and personal care items, as well as gourmet food and beverages. Coquelux curates heavily discounted flash sales, ensuring that its customers have access to unique and desirable products across various categories. The platform operates throughout Brazil, catering to a premium and luxury market.
Duron Energy
Venture Round in 2011
Duron Energy is a manufacturer of consumer solar power products, specializing in solar-powered plug-and-play devices designed for lighting and battery recharging. The company operates primarily in the Indian states of Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh, aiming to provide accessible and sustainable energy solutions to consumers in these regions. By focusing on user-friendly solar technologies, Duron Energy seeks to enhance energy accessibility and promote the use of renewable energy sources.
ArcSoft
Venture Round in 2011
ArcSoft Corporation Limited, established in 1994, is a global provider of algorithm and software solutions in the computer vision industry. Based in Fremont, California, with additional offices worldwide, the company specializes in image and video processing technologies for various devices and platforms. ArcSoft offers solutions for smartphone cameras, camera performance optimizations, motion sensing controllers, smart refrigerator software, automobile digital video recorders, projectors, and live video broadcasting apps. It serves prominent OEM manufacturers and has strategic partnerships with leading tech companies.
CoFluent Design
Acquisition in 2011
CoFluent Design™ provides system-level modeling and simulation tools that enable embedded device and chip designers to imagine and validate new concepts and architectures. CoFluent Studio™ generates SystemC transactional models from graphics and standard C describing complex multi-OS, multi-core systems in consumer electronics and telecoms. CoFluent Reader™ enables efficient exchange of executable specifications with all project stakeholders and contractors.
Beijing JoySee Technology
Venture Round in 2011
Beijing JoySee Technology is engaged in the development of high-definition (HD) smart TV/cable smart set top boxes ("STB").
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.
Omek Interactive
Series C in 2011
Omek Interactive specializes in developing tools and technology that allow manufacturers and software developers to integrate gesture-based interfaces into their products. The company's gesture recognition and body tracking software is utilized across a diverse range of devices, including televisions, set-top boxes, game consoles, tablets, notebooks, PCs, smartphones, interactive signage, and medical and fitness equipment. This technology facilitates a variety of applications, such as gaming, advertising, physical therapy, home and factory automation, security and surveillance, and virtual fitting. Omek's solutions are compatible with all major 3D cameras and support an extensive array of processors and operating systems, enabling broad adoption of gesture-enabled functionalities across multiple sectors.
iControl Networks
Series D in 2011
iControl Networks is a technology company that specializes in providing a software platform for service providers and home security companies, facilitating the delivery of connected home solutions to households globally. Founded in 2003 and based in Redwood City, California, iControl offers a range of services including device management, remote access, task scheduling, and video management. Its solutions allow users to remotely control and manage home security systems through various devices such as web browsers, smartphones, and tablets. Additionally, the company provides home awareness, energy management, and health monitoring solutions for the elderly. One of its notable products is Piper, a Wi-Fi-enabled device that integrates video, home automation, and environmental sensors. iControl also supports collaboration through its OpenHome Partner program, which connects application and device makers on a unified platform.
AlterGeo
Venture Round in 2011
AlterGeo, established in 2008, specializes in developing mobile application software with a focus on location-based services. The company's core product is a hybrid positioning system that combines various methods like WiFi, WiMAX, GSM, GPS, and IP to determine users' locations accurately. AlterGeo is renowned for its social networking service, also named AlterGeo, which aids users in navigating cities, discovering new places, sharing locations with friends, and receiving personalized recommendations and discounts. The company's technology platform processes over 30 million device positions and 170 million locations daily, serving a user base of over 1 million, predominantly in Russia and Ukraine. Additionally, AlterGeo offers Gvidi, a mobile recommendations service that provides tailored restaurant suggestions based on users' preferences and social graph. The company has been recognized internationally for its innovative solutions, winning awards such as The Europas' Best Russian Startup and being shortlisted for the Red Herring Top 100 Global.
SiPort
Acquisition in 2011
SiPort specializes in the development of digital radio semiconductors that facilitate audio and data broadcast services through terrestrial signals. Its innovative single-chip CMOS solutions are designed for low power consumption and high integration, making them suitable for a variety of mobile platforms, including MP3 players, personal navigation devices, automotive navigation systems, and home audio setups. By supporting both analog and digital broadcast standards, SiPort enables manufacturers to offer consumers access to a diverse range of audio content, including HD digital radio and live programming typically available on traditional radios. The company's technology is particularly advantageous for portable and automotive applications, as it delivers the necessary performance and efficiency for real-time navigation data services.
Silicon Hive
Acquisition in 2011
Silicon Hive BV is a company that specializes in semiconductor intellectual property, providing a range of solutions including processor cores, program development tools, and application libraries. Founded in 2003 and based in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, with additional offices in San Jose, Tokyo, Seoul, and Bangalore, Silicon Hive designs, builds, and licenses application-specific systems primarily for semiconductor manufacturers and original equipment manufacturers. Its products enable the creation of programmable integrated circuits tailored for imaging, video, and wireless communication applications. The company's innovative solutions and parallel processor technologies are integral to the functionality of camera systems, video systems, and wireless communications, allowing clients in the consumer electronics sector to enhance their offerings. Silicon Hive has been operating independently since April 2007.
Storage Appliance Corporation
Series D in 2011
Storage Appliance Corporation is a leading developer of consumer backup software marketed as [Clickfree](/organization/clickfree)™. Clickfree™ Automatic Backup is the world's first technology that performs backup by simply connecting any storage device to the PC, without having to set up or configure software.
V-Sync
Venture Round in 2010
V-Sync is a company that specializes in digital signage solutions, focusing on the development of advanced signage terminals. Its primary product features all-in-one housing equipped with a built-in camera capable of estimating gender and age. Additionally, V-Sync offers a multi-display system that can accommodate up to sixteen screens, allowing businesses to effectively distribute content through a network. This technology enables organizations to gather valuable data while providing relevant information to consumers in various locations, including stations, convenience stores, and shopping malls. By integrating these features, V-Sync aims to enhance consumer engagement and optimize content delivery for its clients.
Avnera
Series D in 2010
Avnera Corporation specializes in designing and developing analog system-on-chip (ASoC) technology products for the consumer audio industry. The company creates highly integrated application-specific integrated circuits (ICs) tailored for various audio and voice applications, including gaming headsets, home theater systems, and wireless microphones. Avnera's expertise lies in analog and mixed-signal circuit design, allowing it to combine diverse circuit types onto a single chip, which enhances performance while reducing system costs. Its product offerings encompass wireless audio ASoC devices, sound processors, and digital signal processing solutions. Avnera's customer base includes notable brands such as Logitech, Panasonic, and Polycom. Established in 2003 and headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, Avnera operates as a subsidiary of Skyworks Solutions.
Althea Systems
Series A in 2010
Althea Systems is an early-stage technology startup dedicated to simplifying the user experience of complex multifunction consumer electronics. The company has developed technology that enhances online video discovery and consumption across various devices. By leveraging social discovery and intuitive design, Althea Systems enables users to effortlessly find, watch, and share engaging content through their social networks. This focus on delivering a straightforward and enjoyable user experience positions Althea Systems as an innovative player in the tech industry.
Verismo
Venture Round in 2010
Verismo Networks is a privately held company based in Mountain View, California, with a research and design center in Bangalore, India. The company specializes in providing an Internet TV platform that delivers high-quality video content directly to televisions, eliminating the need for a personal computer. Verismo offers a customizable end-to-end solution that enables Internet service providers, telecommunications companies, and other media operators to easily deploy broadband entertainment services. Their platform facilitates the distribution of various content types, including linear channels, over-the-top Internet videos, video-on-demand, and live channels. By allowing operators to integrate their own content, Verismo positions itself in the growing market for internet-based television services.
Lilliputian Systems
Venture Round in 2010
Lilliputian Systems provides mobile power solutions for consumer electronics devices. The company aims to revolutionize mobile fuel, ushering in new applications and devices made possible by their technology.
Anobit Technologies
Series C in 2010
Anobit Technologies is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in developing solutions for the Flash memory market. Founded in 2006 and based in Pituach, Israel, the company focuses on optimizing Flash memory devices for storage applications. Anobit's technology enhances the performance of NAND flash memory chips, which are integral to various consumer electronics, including iPhones, iPads, and iPods. By improving speed, endurance, and overall performance, Anobit's innovations enable clients to enhance their flash storage systems while reducing costs. In December 2011, Anobit Technologies was acquired by Apple, further integrating its advancements into Apple's product ecosystem.
Veebeam
Series B in 2010
Veebeam Ltd. is a technology company based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, specializing in wireless technologies and products for video streaming. Founded in 2002 and resulting from the 2008 merger of Staccato Communications and Artimi, Veebeam focuses on developing software and hardware solutions that facilitate the wireless streaming of HD audio and video content from devices like PCs to televisions. Their product offerings include Veebeam VideoCaster software, which allows desktop streaming to TVs, and various solutions for accessing online video services such as Netflix and YouTube. The company also designs in-home video solutions using DLNA/UPnP protocols and provides ultra wideband wireless modules for diverse applications. Veebeam’s products support a range of operating systems and are marketed to OEMs and service providers through online retail channels. As of October 2013, Veebeam Ltd. entered liquidation.
Mirics Semiconductor
Venture Round in 2010
Mirics Limited is a technology company based in Wakefield, United Kingdom, specializing in system solutions for multi-platform broadcast reception. Founded in 2004, it designs and develops silicon and software platforms that enable the reception of various broadcast standards. Key products include FlexiTV, a software-based receiver that supports multiple analog and digital radio and television formats, and FlexiRF, an RF silicon tuner architecture designed for global broadcast reception. The company also provides poly-band tuners for consumer electronics and mobile devices, along with evaluation kits for testing their technologies in laboratory settings. Formerly known as Mirics Semiconductor Limited, the company rebranded in November 2010 to reflect its broader focus on integrated broadcast solutions.
Ozmo Devices
Series D in 2010
Ozmo Devices specializes in the development of Wi-Fi compatible communication technologies designed to provide cost-effective wireless personal area network (WPAN) connectivity for battery-operated devices. Their innovative Wi-Fi Personal Area Network technology enables manufacturers to seamlessly connect a variety of devices, including laptops, mobile phones, and other consumer electronics. The solutions offered by Ozmo Devices are characterized by low power consumption and high integration, making them particularly suitable for wireless peripheral applications that demand a small form factor and extended battery life. This focus on efficiency and performance positions Ozmo Devices as a key player in enhancing wireless connectivity for modern electronic devices.
Avnera
Series D in 2010
Avnera Corporation specializes in designing and developing analog system-on-chip (ASoC) technology products for the consumer audio industry. The company creates highly integrated application-specific integrated circuits (ICs) tailored for various audio and voice applications, including gaming headsets, home theater systems, and wireless microphones. Avnera's expertise lies in analog and mixed-signal circuit design, allowing it to combine diverse circuit types onto a single chip, which enhances performance while reducing system costs. Its product offerings encompass wireless audio ASoC devices, sound processors, and digital signal processing solutions. Avnera's customer base includes notable brands such as Logitech, Panasonic, and Polycom. Established in 2003 and headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, Avnera operates as a subsidiary of Skyworks Solutions.
Ozmo Devices
Series C in 2009
Ozmo Devices specializes in the development of Wi-Fi compatible communication technologies designed to provide cost-effective wireless personal area network (WPAN) connectivity for battery-operated devices. Their innovative Wi-Fi Personal Area Network technology enables manufacturers to seamlessly connect a variety of devices, including laptops, mobile phones, and other consumer electronics. The solutions offered by Ozmo Devices are characterized by low power consumption and high integration, making them particularly suitable for wireless peripheral applications that demand a small form factor and extended battery life. This focus on efficiency and performance positions Ozmo Devices as a key player in enhancing wireless connectivity for modern electronic devices.
iControl Networks
Series C in 2009
iControl Networks is a technology company that specializes in providing a software platform for service providers and home security companies, facilitating the delivery of connected home solutions to households globally. Founded in 2003 and based in Redwood City, California, iControl offers a range of services including device management, remote access, task scheduling, and video management. Its solutions allow users to remotely control and manage home security systems through various devices such as web browsers, smartphones, and tablets. Additionally, the company provides home awareness, energy management, and health monitoring solutions for the elderly. One of its notable products is Piper, a Wi-Fi-enabled device that integrates video, home automation, and environmental sensors. iControl also supports collaboration through its OpenHome Partner program, which connects application and device makers on a unified platform.
Ozmo Devices
Series B in 2009
Ozmo Devices specializes in the development of Wi-Fi compatible communication technologies designed to provide cost-effective wireless personal area network (WPAN) connectivity for battery-operated devices. Their innovative Wi-Fi Personal Area Network technology enables manufacturers to seamlessly connect a variety of devices, including laptops, mobile phones, and other consumer electronics. The solutions offered by Ozmo Devices are characterized by low power consumption and high integration, making them particularly suitable for wireless peripheral applications that demand a small form factor and extended battery life. This focus on efficiency and performance positions Ozmo Devices as a key player in enhancing wireless connectivity for modern electronic devices.
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