Intel

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.

Indeshaw Adenaw

Investment Manager

Ranjeet Alexis

Investment Director, United States

Safroadu Yeboah Amankwah

Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer

Assaf Araki

Investment Director

Jennifer Ard

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 Wearables

Biofourmis

Series D in 2022
Biofourmis is a biotechnology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 2015. It specializes in personalized care and therapies through the use of digital therapeutics. The company develops and delivers clinically validated software-based therapeutics that enhance patient outcomes. Biofourmis has created a predictive health analytics platform that analyzes physiology data gathered from clinical-grade wearables. Utilizing artificial intelligence, this platform integrates and interprets continuous physiological data to identify personalized patterns and predict potential clinical exacerbations. By enabling medical professionals to intervene days before critical events occur, Biofourmis aims to improve patient care and provide cost-effective solutions for healthcare providers.

SiFive

Series F in 2022
SiFive, Inc. is a semiconductor company that specializes in designing and manufacturing chips, particularly focusing on RISC-V architecture. Established in 2015 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with additional offices in locations such as Oregon, Texas, India, Taiwan, and France, SiFive provides a range of products including multi-core application processors, embedded microcontrollers, and system-on-chip solutions tailored for various applications such as IoT and wearables. The company emphasizes the use of open-source technology to enable faster and more cost-effective hardware development. By offering software development kits, toolchains, and customized silicon products, SiFive aims to democratize access to advanced semiconductor solutions, accelerating innovation for businesses of all sizes.

Untether AI

Venture Round in 2021
Untether AI Corporation, based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in manufacturing neural net-based inference processors and chips designed to enhance artificial intelligence applications. Established in 2017, the company focuses on developing a new class of specialized processors that minimize complexity while ensuring efficient neural net inference operations. By positioning processing capabilities close to memory, Untether AI's technology significantly reduces the energy required for inference tasks, which are crucial for devices such as augmented reality headsets and wearables. This innovative architecture not only maximizes inference output but also operates within strict energy budgets, making it highly suitable for various applications where traditional inference technologies may fall short. As the demand for efficient AI processing continues to grow, Untether AI is well-positioned to address these challenges with its scalable and resource-efficient solutions.

SiFive

Series E in 2020
SiFive, Inc. is a semiconductor company that specializes in designing and manufacturing chips, particularly focusing on RISC-V architecture. Established in 2015 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with additional offices in locations such as Oregon, Texas, India, Taiwan, and France, SiFive provides a range of products including multi-core application processors, embedded microcontrollers, and system-on-chip solutions tailored for various applications such as IoT and wearables. The company emphasizes the use of open-source technology to enable faster and more cost-effective hardware development. By offering software development kits, toolchains, and customized silicon products, SiFive aims to democratize access to advanced semiconductor solutions, accelerating innovation for businesses of all sizes.

Untether AI

Series A in 2020
Untether AI Corporation, based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in manufacturing neural net-based inference processors and chips designed to enhance artificial intelligence applications. Established in 2017, the company focuses on developing a new class of specialized processors that minimize complexity while ensuring efficient neural net inference operations. By positioning processing capabilities close to memory, Untether AI's technology significantly reduces the energy required for inference tasks, which are crucial for devices such as augmented reality headsets and wearables. This innovative architecture not only maximizes inference output but also operates within strict energy budgets, making it highly suitable for various applications where traditional inference technologies may fall short. As the demand for efficient AI processing continues to grow, Untether AI is well-positioned to address these challenges with its scalable and resource-efficient solutions.

Untether AI

Series A in 2019
Untether AI Corporation, based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in manufacturing neural net-based inference processors and chips designed to enhance artificial intelligence applications. Established in 2017, the company focuses on developing a new class of specialized processors that minimize complexity while ensuring efficient neural net inference operations. By positioning processing capabilities close to memory, Untether AI's technology significantly reduces the energy required for inference tasks, which are crucial for devices such as augmented reality headsets and wearables. This innovative architecture not only maximizes inference output but also operates within strict energy budgets, making it highly suitable for various applications where traditional inference technologies may fall short. As the demand for efficient AI processing continues to grow, Untether AI is well-positioned to address these challenges with its scalable and resource-efficient solutions.

Untether AI

Series A in 2019
Untether AI Corporation, based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in manufacturing neural net-based inference processors and chips designed to enhance artificial intelligence applications. Established in 2017, the company focuses on developing a new class of specialized processors that minimize complexity while ensuring efficient neural net inference operations. By positioning processing capabilities close to memory, Untether AI's technology significantly reduces the energy required for inference tasks, which are crucial for devices such as augmented reality headsets and wearables. This innovative architecture not only maximizes inference output but also operates within strict energy budgets, making it highly suitable for various applications where traditional inference technologies may fall short. As the demand for efficient AI processing continues to grow, Untether AI is well-positioned to address these challenges with its scalable and resource-efficient solutions.

Ineda Systems

Acquisition in 2019
Ineda Systems Inc. specializes in the design and distribution of low-power system-on-chip (SoC) solutions, focusing on improving power consumption for a range of applications, particularly in automotive and Internet-of-Things (IoT) sectors. The company's SoCs utilize a hierarchical computing architecture that allows multiple CPUs to operate independently while sharing resources, thus optimizing performance for various use cases. Ineda's products are essential for applications such as traffic sign recognition, adaptive cruise control, and wearable technology. The company serves diverse industries, including power management, public transportation, healthcare, and smart home systems. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with an office in Hyderabad, India, Ineda Systems aims to lead the market in low-power SoC development by leveraging its experienced team and innovative technology to create a comprehensive ecosystem for wearable devices and other platforms. Its products are distributed through various partners across the United States and Asia.

ProGlove

Series A in 2018
ProGlove is a company that specializes in designing and manufacturing innovative industrial wearables, specifically wireless gloves equipped with barcode scanning and gesture-sensing technology. Founded in 2014, ProGlove's products are aimed at enhancing efficiency and productivity for workers in logistics and manufacturing. These smart gloves allow employees to perform tasks hands-free, enabling them to scan items while simultaneously engaging in other activities. By facilitating multi-tasking and providing instant feedback, ProGlove's solutions contribute to improved ergonomics and streamlined workflows, ultimately helping organizations automate repetitive processes and enhance overall operational performance.

SiFive

Series C in 2018
SiFive, Inc. is a semiconductor company that specializes in designing and manufacturing chips, particularly focusing on RISC-V architecture. Established in 2015 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with additional offices in locations such as Oregon, Texas, India, Taiwan, and France, SiFive provides a range of products including multi-core application processors, embedded microcontrollers, and system-on-chip solutions tailored for various applications such as IoT and wearables. The company emphasizes the use of open-source technology to enable faster and more cost-effective hardware development. By offering software development kits, toolchains, and customized silicon products, SiFive aims to democratize access to advanced semiconductor solutions, accelerating innovation for businesses of all sizes.

Kinduct

Series A in 2016
Kinduct Technologies Inc., established in 2010 and headquartered in Halifax, Canada, specializes in a cloud-based data and analytics platform tailored for sports, tactical, and health organizations. The company's Athlete Management System (AMS) consolidates and integrates performance, health, and wellness data from diverse sources, offering tools for data visualization, injury tracking, and predictive analytics. Kinduct's platform supports over 550 teams, leagues, and organizations worldwide, including professional sports teams, military units, and healthcare providers, empowering them to make data-driven decisions and optimize performance.

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.

ProGlove

Seed Round in 2016
ProGlove is a company that specializes in designing and manufacturing innovative industrial wearables, specifically wireless gloves equipped with barcode scanning and gesture-sensing technology. Founded in 2014, ProGlove's products are aimed at enhancing efficiency and productivity for workers in logistics and manufacturing. These smart gloves allow employees to perform tasks hands-free, enabling them to scan items while simultaneously engaging in other activities. By facilitating multi-tasking and providing instant feedback, ProGlove's solutions contribute to improved ergonomics and streamlined workflows, ultimately helping organizations automate repetitive processes and enhance overall operational performance.

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.

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.

Sano

Seed Round in 2015
Sano is focused on developing a small, wearable transdermal biosensor patch that continuously captures and transmits blood chemistry data. This innovative technology measures interstitial fluid in the skin's outer layer, allowing for continuous glucose monitoring. By providing real-time data, Sano's solution enables individuals to make more informed decisions regarding their diet and exercise habits. The collected data can be accessed through a third-party development and analytical platform, referred to as the API for the bloodstream, enhancing users' ability to optimize their health behaviors.

Recon Instruments

Acquisition in 2015
Recon Instruments, Inc. specializes in the design and development of smart eyewear products tailored for sports and high-intensity environments. Established in 2008 and based in Vancouver, Canada, the company has emerged as a leader in smart eyewear technology, offering GPS heads-up displays integrated into ski and snowboard goggles, as well as prescription inserts. Their flagship product, Recon Engage, allows users to track their activity and location in real-time, view performance statistics, and receive notifications. The eyewear features an Android-based operating system with an open software development kit, facilitating the creation of various applications for diverse sports and activities. Recon Instruments is committed to enhancing athletic performance through innovative design and technology, ensuring that all aspects of product development are handled in-house to maintain quality and usability. As a subsidiary of Intel Corporation, Recon continues to push the boundaries of smart eyewear, focusing on delivering essential information to athletes in a seamless and efficient manner.

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.

ProGlove

Venture Round in 2015
ProGlove is a company that specializes in designing and manufacturing innovative industrial wearables, specifically wireless gloves equipped with barcode scanning and gesture-sensing technology. Founded in 2014, ProGlove's products are aimed at enhancing efficiency and productivity for workers in logistics and manufacturing. These smart gloves allow employees to perform tasks hands-free, enabling them to scan items while simultaneously engaging in other activities. By facilitating multi-tasking and providing instant feedback, ProGlove's solutions contribute to improved ergonomics and streamlined workflows, ultimately helping organizations automate repetitive processes and enhance overall operational performance.

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.

Embr Labs

Debt Financing in 2015
Embr Labs Inc. is a company based in Somerville, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing thermal comfort devices aimed at enhancing human well-being. Founded in 2014 and originally known as Wristify Inc., Embr Labs has created innovative technology that uses temperature to influence the autonomic nervous system, helping users manage conditions such as hot flashes, sleep disturbances, and anxiety. The company's wearable devices, combined with a mobile app and cloud infrastructure, provide a unique platform for thermal stimulation and digital interventions, allowing users to track and manage their symptoms effectively. With tens of thousands of customers across 170 countries, Embr Labs has recorded over 100 million minutes of thermal interventions. The technology originated from the founders' work as engineering students at MIT and has received significant backing from investors and over $2.5 million in grants from various organizations.

ProGlove

Grant in 2014
ProGlove is a company that specializes in designing and manufacturing innovative industrial wearables, specifically wireless gloves equipped with barcode scanning and gesture-sensing technology. Founded in 2014, ProGlove's products are aimed at enhancing efficiency and productivity for workers in logistics and manufacturing. These smart gloves allow employees to perform tasks hands-free, enabling them to scan items while simultaneously engaging in other activities. By facilitating multi-tasking and providing instant feedback, ProGlove's solutions contribute to improved ergonomics and streamlined workflows, ultimately helping organizations automate repetitive processes and enhance overall operational performance.

Appscomm

Venture Round in 2014
Appscomm is a developer of smart wearables focused on enhancing mobile communication and health management. The company's product range includes smartphones, specialized terminals for outdoor sports and athletes, smartwatches, wireless long-distance video monitors, and health management devices. By integrating technology into everyday life, Appscomm aims to promote smarter and healthier living for its customers. The company values commitment, creativity, and collaboration in its pursuit of innovative solutions to meet the needs of modern consumers.

EyeSmart Technology

Venture Round in 2014
EyeSmart Technology Ltd. is a Beijing-based company specializing in the development of iris-recognition technology solutions. The company’s innovations focus on enhancing personal safety and identification through user-friendly and cost-effective technologies. These solutions are designed for integration with mobile terminals, smartphones, and wearable devices, eliminating the need for traditional passwords while offering increased security. EyeSmart Technology's applications extend to security encryption, financial payments, and electronic memberships, providing consumers with a faster, safer, and more convenient payment experience through iris recognition.

FashionComm

Venture Round in 2014
With functions of sports management, call, SMS, photo taking, video and voice recording, alarm clock, music play and Bluetooth, A1 is the forerunners of FashionComm smart wrist watch.A1 matches your elegant and fashionable life.

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.

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.

Recon Instruments

Series A in 2013
Recon Instruments, Inc. specializes in the design and development of smart eyewear products tailored for sports and high-intensity environments. Established in 2008 and based in Vancouver, Canada, the company has emerged as a leader in smart eyewear technology, offering GPS heads-up displays integrated into ski and snowboard goggles, as well as prescription inserts. Their flagship product, Recon Engage, allows users to track their activity and location in real-time, view performance statistics, and receive notifications. The eyewear features an Android-based operating system with an open software development kit, facilitating the creation of various applications for diverse sports and activities. Recon Instruments is committed to enhancing athletic performance through innovative design and technology, ensuring that all aspects of product development are handled in-house to maintain quality and usability. As a subsidiary of Intel Corporation, Recon continues to push the boundaries of smart eyewear, focusing on delivering essential information to athletes in a seamless and efficient manner.

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.

Immersion Corporation

Venture Round in 1998
Immersion Corporation specializes in the development and licensing of haptic technologies worldwide. Established in 1993, the company enables users to interact with digital products through touch sensations. It offers technology licenses, software development kits, design tools, APIs, reference designs, firmware, engineering services, and prototyping solutions. Immersion's products cater to various industries such as mobile communications, gaming, automotive, and medical sectors. The company's technologies have been integrated into over 1 billion consumer devices globally.
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