Khosla Ventures

Khosla Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2004 by Vinod Khosla, co-founder of Sun Microsystems, and is headquartered in Menlo Park, California. The firm manages over $5 billion and focuses on investing in a diverse range of sectors, including consumer technology, enterprise solutions, education, healthcare, financial services, agriculture, sustainable energy, and robotics. Khosla Ventures provides not only capital but also strategic guidance to entrepreneurs, particularly in early-stage ventures, where it often supports innovative and unconventional projects. The firm seeks to back companies that are driven by breakthrough technologies, with investment sizes ranging from $100,000 to over $20 million. Khosla Ventures maintains a collaborative approach, frequently co-investing with other firms, including Kleiner Perkins, with which it has historical ties.

Alex Bentley

Partner and Investor

Ryno Blignaut

Operating Partner

Alice Brooks

Principal

Peter Buckland

COO, Partner, and Managing Director

Brian Byun

Operating Partner

Catherine Casuga

Operating Partner

Jonathan Chu

Partner and Investor

Jon Chu

Partner

Ece Erdagoz

Principal

Kanu Gulati

Partner

Judy Huang

Operating Partner

Jun Jeon

Principal

Kelly Kinnard

Operating Partner

Alexander Morgan

Partner

Nicholas Moryl

Associate

Arash Rebek

Partner, Capital Formation

Jessy Rivest

Partner and Investor

Jai Sajnani

Partner

Robbie Schwietzer

Operating Partner

Nikita Shamgunov

Partner and Investor

Sven Strohband

Managing Director

Rajesh Swaminathan

Partner and Investor

Adina Tecklu

Partner and Investor

Sandhya Venkatachalam

Partner

David Weiden

Founding Partner and Managing Director

Reze Wong

Partner

Ece Wyrick

Principal and Investor

Adam Coates Ph.D

Operating Partner

Kanupriya Gulati Ph.D

Partner and Investor

Past deals in Consumer Electronics

b8ta

Series C in 2019
b8ta, Inc. is a retail company founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. Originally known as Beta Retail, the company specializes in providing a platform for consumer electronics and innovative home goods through experiential retail showrooms. b8ta focuses on enhancing the customer experience by allowing individuals to discover, try, and learn about the latest technology products in a hands-on environment. The company operates on a retail-as-a-service model, empowering product makers by offering them direct access to physical retail spaces, which facilitates a more engaging connection between creators and consumers. This approach aims to simplify the complexities of retail while promoting unbiased access to new products in the market. b8ta also has a presence in Austin, Texas, and is a subsidiary of The Macerich Partnership.

Canary

Funding Round in 2018
Canary Connect, Inc. is a New York City-based technology company specializing in home security systems designed to enhance safety and connectivity for users. Founded in 2012, the company develops a range of products, including the Canary, an all-in-one security solution featuring an HD camera, siren, and air monitor, and the Canary Flex, a versatile weatherproof camera suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Additionally, Canary offers a web-based application called Canary Talk, which allows users to stream live footage and monitor their homes in real time. The company's products are available for purchase online and are designed to be affordable and easy to set up, catering to both renters and homeowners. With a focus on innovation, the team comprises experts in security, robotics, software, and design.

Canary

Series A in 2018
Canary Connect, Inc. is a New York City-based technology company specializing in home security systems designed to enhance safety and connectivity for users. Founded in 2012, the company develops a range of products, including the Canary, an all-in-one security solution featuring an HD camera, siren, and air monitor, and the Canary Flex, a versatile weatherproof camera suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Additionally, Canary offers a web-based application called Canary Talk, which allows users to stream live footage and monitor their homes in real time. The company's products are available for purchase online and are designed to be affordable and easy to set up, catering to both renters and homeowners. With a focus on innovation, the team comprises experts in security, robotics, software, and design.

b8ta

Series B in 2018
b8ta, Inc. is a retail company founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. Originally known as Beta Retail, the company specializes in providing a platform for consumer electronics and innovative home goods through experiential retail showrooms. b8ta focuses on enhancing the customer experience by allowing individuals to discover, try, and learn about the latest technology products in a hands-on environment. The company operates on a retail-as-a-service model, empowering product makers by offering them direct access to physical retail spaces, which facilitates a more engaging connection between creators and consumers. This approach aims to simplify the complexities of retail while promoting unbiased access to new products in the market. b8ta also has a presence in Austin, Texas, and is a subsidiary of The Macerich Partnership.

Canary

Venture Round in 2017
Canary Connect, Inc. is a New York City-based technology company specializing in home security systems designed to enhance safety and connectivity for users. Founded in 2012, the company develops a range of products, including the Canary, an all-in-one security solution featuring an HD camera, siren, and air monitor, and the Canary Flex, a versatile weatherproof camera suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Additionally, Canary offers a web-based application called Canary Talk, which allows users to stream live footage and monitor their homes in real time. The company's products are available for purchase online and are designed to be affordable and easy to set up, catering to both renters and homeowners. With a focus on innovation, the team comprises experts in security, robotics, software, and design.

Tile

Series B in 2017
Tile, Inc. specializes in designing and delivering tracking devices and mobile applications that help users locate their personal belongings, such as keys, wallets, and phones. The company offers a range of products, including Tile Mate, a compact device for attaching to items like keys and luggage; Tile Slim, a Bluetooth tracker designed to fit into wallets and purses; and the Tile Sport and Style series, which includes Bluetooth trackers with integrated applications for everyday item retrieval. With a presence in various international markets including the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia, Tile serves a global community that utilizes its cloud-based platform to track more than six million unique items daily. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, Tile also maintains an office in Vancouver, Canada.

Canary

Series C in 2016
Canary Connect, Inc. is a New York City-based technology company specializing in home security systems designed to enhance safety and connectivity for users. Founded in 2012, the company develops a range of products, including the Canary, an all-in-one security solution featuring an HD camera, siren, and air monitor, and the Canary Flex, a versatile weatherproof camera suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Additionally, Canary offers a web-based application called Canary Talk, which allows users to stream live footage and monitor their homes in real time. The company's products are available for purchase online and are designed to be affordable and easy to set up, catering to both renters and homeowners. With a focus on innovation, the team comprises experts in security, robotics, software, and design.

b8ta

Series A in 2016
b8ta, Inc. is a retail company founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. Originally known as Beta Retail, the company specializes in providing a platform for consumer electronics and innovative home goods through experiential retail showrooms. b8ta focuses on enhancing the customer experience by allowing individuals to discover, try, and learn about the latest technology products in a hands-on environment. The company operates on a retail-as-a-service model, empowering product makers by offering them direct access to physical retail spaces, which facilitates a more engaging connection between creators and consumers. This approach aims to simplify the complexities of retail while promoting unbiased access to new products in the market. b8ta also has a presence in Austin, Texas, and is a subsidiary of The Macerich Partnership.

Tile

Series B in 2016
Tile, Inc. specializes in designing and delivering tracking devices and mobile applications that help users locate their personal belongings, such as keys, wallets, and phones. The company offers a range of products, including Tile Mate, a compact device for attaching to items like keys and luggage; Tile Slim, a Bluetooth tracker designed to fit into wallets and purses; and the Tile Sport and Style series, which includes Bluetooth trackers with integrated applications for everyday item retrieval. With a presence in various international markets including the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia, Tile serves a global community that utilizes its cloud-based platform to track more than six million unique items daily. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, Tile also maintains an office in Vancouver, Canada.

b8ta

Seed Round in 2015
b8ta, Inc. is a retail company founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. Originally known as Beta Retail, the company specializes in providing a platform for consumer electronics and innovative home goods through experiential retail showrooms. b8ta focuses on enhancing the customer experience by allowing individuals to discover, try, and learn about the latest technology products in a hands-on environment. The company operates on a retail-as-a-service model, empowering product makers by offering them direct access to physical retail spaces, which facilitates a more engaging connection between creators and consumers. This approach aims to simplify the complexities of retail while promoting unbiased access to new products in the market. b8ta also has a presence in Austin, Texas, and is a subsidiary of The Macerich Partnership.

Varentec

Series C in 2015
Varentec, Inc. specializes in power electronics equipment aimed at improving electric grid performance and resilience. Founded in 2002 and based in Santa Clara, California, the company offers solutions that optimize power delivery and manage grid-edge devices, enabling energy savings and reducing voltage volatility. Its flagship product is a web-based software platform that facilitates field device control and data visualization. Varentec's innovations are supported by notable investors, including Bill Gates and Khosla Ventures, as well as funding from the Department of Energy. The company's focus is on creating a more efficient and affordable electrical distribution system to meet future energy demands.

LittleBits

Series B in 2015
LittleBits is an open source library of over 60 electronic modules that snap together with magnets allows users to view, download, and share designs and make their own Bits through the use of prototypes. Deluxe kit, Smart home kit, Arduino coding kit, Synth kit, hardware development kit, and workshop set are some of the electronics learning modules provided by littleBits. LittleBits was launched by Ayah Bdeir in 2011 and is operated from New York, United States.

SES

Series B in 2015
SolidEnergy Systems Corp. specializes in the development and manufacturing of rechargeable lithium metal batteries, targeting applications in drones, wearables, smartphones, and electric vehicles. Founded in 2012 and located in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company operates at a pilot scale to produce rechargeable cells for prototype demonstrations and niche aerospace markets. SolidEnergy's core innovation lies in the materials it provides, specifically anodes and electrolytes, which are designed for integration with existing lithium-ion cell manufacturing processes. This compatibility enables the company to scale its production without the need for significant investment in new infrastructure. By supplying these materials to major lithium-ion cell manufacturers, SolidEnergy facilitates the creation of customized battery solutions for a variety of applications, positioning itself for growth in the mainstream consumer electronics and electric vehicle markets.

Canary

Series B in 2015
Canary Connect, Inc. is a New York City-based technology company specializing in home security systems designed to enhance safety and connectivity for users. Founded in 2012, the company develops a range of products, including the Canary, an all-in-one security solution featuring an HD camera, siren, and air monitor, and the Canary Flex, a versatile weatherproof camera suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Additionally, Canary offers a web-based application called Canary Talk, which allows users to stream live footage and monitor their homes in real time. The company's products are available for purchase online and are designed to be affordable and easy to set up, catering to both renters and homeowners. With a focus on innovation, the team comprises experts in security, robotics, software, and design.

Seeo

Series E in 2014
Seeo, Inc. develops and manufactures rechargeable lithium polymer batteries. It serves transportation, electric grid, telecommunication backup, and other markets. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in Hayward, California with facilities in Shanghai, China. As of August 16, 2015, Seeo, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH.

Tile

Series A in 2014
Tile, Inc. specializes in designing and delivering tracking devices and mobile applications that help users locate their personal belongings, such as keys, wallets, and phones. The company offers a range of products, including Tile Mate, a compact device for attaching to items like keys and luggage; Tile Slim, a Bluetooth tracker designed to fit into wallets and purses; and the Tile Sport and Style series, which includes Bluetooth trackers with integrated applications for everyday item retrieval. With a presence in various international markets including the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia, Tile serves a global community that utilizes its cloud-based platform to track more than six million unique items daily. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, Tile also maintains an office in Vancouver, Canada.

Varentec

Series B in 2014
Varentec, Inc. specializes in power electronics equipment aimed at improving electric grid performance and resilience. Founded in 2002 and based in Santa Clara, California, the company offers solutions that optimize power delivery and manage grid-edge devices, enabling energy savings and reducing voltage volatility. Its flagship product is a web-based software platform that facilitates field device control and data visualization. Varentec's innovations are supported by notable investors, including Bill Gates and Khosla Ventures, as well as funding from the Department of Energy. The company's focus is on creating a more efficient and affordable electrical distribution system to meet future energy demands.

Canary

Series A in 2014
Canary Connect, Inc. is a New York City-based technology company specializing in home security systems designed to enhance safety and connectivity for users. Founded in 2012, the company develops a range of products, including the Canary, an all-in-one security solution featuring an HD camera, siren, and air monitor, and the Canary Flex, a versatile weatherproof camera suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Additionally, Canary offers a web-based application called Canary Talk, which allows users to stream live footage and monitor their homes in real time. The company's products are available for purchase online and are designed to be affordable and easy to set up, catering to both renters and homeowners. With a focus on innovation, the team comprises experts in security, robotics, software, and design.

LittleBits

Series A in 2013
LittleBits is an open source library of over 60 electronic modules that snap together with magnets allows users to view, download, and share designs and make their own Bits through the use of prototypes. Deluxe kit, Smart home kit, Arduino coding kit, Synth kit, hardware development kit, and workshop set are some of the electronics learning modules provided by littleBits. LittleBits was launched by Ayah Bdeir in 2011 and is operated from New York, United States.

Consumer Physics

Series A in 2013
Consumer Physics Inc., based in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializes in the development and distribution of molecular sensors under the SCiO brand. Since its incorporation in 2011, the company has focused on empowering consumers and businesses to analyze the composition of materials using its compact near-infrared spectrometer. The SCiO device connects to smartphone applications and a cloud-based database of material fingerprints, allowing users to access real-time material analysis. Additionally, Consumer Physics provides a platform for businesses and third-party developers to create customized molecular sensing models and mobile applications, facilitating data-driven decisions that can help reduce food waste and enhance operational efficiency in industries such as food and agriculture. The SCiO DevKit offers developers the necessary tools and support to innovate in this area.

Jawbone

Private Equity Round in 2013
Jawbone is a technology company that specializes in creating personal devices designed for comfort and usability. The company is known for its flagship product, the Jawbone Bluetooth headset, which features NoiseAssassin technology that significantly enhances mobile voice quality by eliminating background noise. This technology, originally developed for military applications by DARPA, ensures clear communication in various environments. In addition to its audio products, Jawbone has also ventured into the fitness market, developing smart fitness tracking devices aimed at helping users monitor and improve their health and activity levels. Through its innovative products, Jawbone seeks to redefine personal technology while prioritizing both functionality and aesthetics.

eASIC

Private Equity Round in 2013
eASIC Corporation is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in manufacturing platforms designed to lower the cost of ownership and accelerate the production of customized silicon devices. The company develops the Nextreme family of devices, including the fourth-generation Nextreme-3 and third-generation Nextreme-2, which significantly reduce development costs and turnaround times compared to standard cell ASICs while also decreasing power consumption and unit costs. Additionally, eASIC offers the easicopy ASIC, providing original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) a pathway to transition from Nextreme devices to a cell-based ASIC, further optimizing device cost, power consumption, or performance. The eZ-IP alliance program complements these offerings by providing access to a variety of verified eASIC-ready intellectual property cores, facilitating faster market entry for clients. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, eASIC serves a global customer base across diverse applications, including wireless infrastructure and consumer handheld devices. The company operates as a subsidiary of Intel Corporation.

SLD Laser

Series A in 2013
SLD Laser specializes in the development and commercialization of advanced visible laser light sources for various applications, including automotive, mobility, specialty lighting, and consumer products. The company utilizes innovative semi-polar GaN laser technology to enhance performance and reliability. Its laser light sources are ISO 9001 certified and comply with automotive standards, ensuring safety and quality across its products. With facilities in Santa Barbara and Fremont, California, SLD Laser's high luminance LaserLight sources are UL and IEC safety certified and find applications in diverse fields such as entertainment, projection and augmented/virtual reality displays, biomedical instrumentation, and industrial imaging and material processing.

Consumer Physics

Series A in 2012
Consumer Physics Inc., based in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializes in the development and distribution of molecular sensors under the SCiO brand. Since its incorporation in 2011, the company has focused on empowering consumers and businesses to analyze the composition of materials using its compact near-infrared spectrometer. The SCiO device connects to smartphone applications and a cloud-based database of material fingerprints, allowing users to access real-time material analysis. Additionally, Consumer Physics provides a platform for businesses and third-party developers to create customized molecular sensing models and mobile applications, facilitating data-driven decisions that can help reduce food waste and enhance operational efficiency in industries such as food and agriculture. The SCiO DevKit offers developers the necessary tools and support to innovate in this area.

LittleBits

Series A in 2012
LittleBits is an open source library of over 60 electronic modules that snap together with magnets allows users to view, download, and share designs and make their own Bits through the use of prototypes. Deluxe kit, Smart home kit, Arduino coding kit, Synth kit, hardware development kit, and workshop set are some of the electronics learning modules provided by littleBits. LittleBits was launched by Ayah Bdeir in 2011 and is operated from New York, United States.

Sand 9

Series C in 2012
Sand 9, Inc. is a venture-funded startup focused on designing microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) that enhance the performance and capabilities of wireless devices. The company specializes in piezoelectric MEMS products that serve both wireless and wired systems across various markets, including communications, industrial, military, and mobile applications. By developing advanced timing components, Sand 9 aims to address the growing demands for improved functionality in modern communication infrastructure and low-power wireless technologies.

CellScope

Seed Round in 2012
CellScope, Inc. develops innovative imaging devices that facilitate at-home disease diagnosis through smartphone technology. Founded in 2010 and based in Menlo Park, California, the company offers a range of products, including a clip-on otoscope and a dermascope, which allow users to capture high-resolution images of the ear and skin. These devices enable pediatricians and patients to create visual records for better tracking of conditions, particularly in remote settings. CellScope's technology enhances telemedicine by providing clinicians with the ability to share images and videos securely, which aids in diagnosing pediatric ear infections and skin diseases. By improving remote diagnosis, CellScope aims to streamline healthcare delivery, reduce unnecessary antibiotic prescriptions, and support effective monitoring of health conditions from home.

Varentec

Series A in 2012
Varentec, Inc. specializes in power electronics equipment aimed at improving electric grid performance and resilience. Founded in 2002 and based in Santa Clara, California, the company offers solutions that optimize power delivery and manage grid-edge devices, enabling energy savings and reducing voltage volatility. Its flagship product is a web-based software platform that facilitates field device control and data visualization. Varentec's innovations are supported by notable investors, including Bill Gates and Khosla Ventures, as well as funding from the Department of Energy. The company's focus is on creating a more efficient and affordable electrical distribution system to meet future energy demands.

Touchstone Semiconductor

Series A in 2011
Touchstone Semiconductor is a designer and manufacturer of high-performance analog integrated circuits (ICs) that address critical challenges faced by electronics companies. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, Touchstone specializes in proprietary products that offer a distinctive combination of features and performance not available in the broader analog market. Additionally, the company provides second-source products that are pin-compatible and identical in specifications to existing competitive offerings, making them suitable alternatives for products that are difficult to secure from sole sources. Touchstone's innovative solutions are supported by investments from firms such as Opus Capital and Khosla Ventures.

Seeo

Series D in 2011
Seeo, Inc. develops and manufactures rechargeable lithium polymer batteries. It serves transportation, electric grid, telecommunication backup, and other markets. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in Hayward, California with facilities in Shanghai, China. As of August 16, 2015, Seeo, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH.

Matrix Industries

Seed Round in 2011
Matrix Industries, Inc. is a manufacturer of thermoelectric products and components aimed at energy harvesting to extend battery life. The company is best known for its MATRIX PowerWatch, a smartwatch that operates on body heat, eliminating the need for charging while tracking calories burned, activity levels, and sleep. Additionally, Matrix produces products like Juno, a beverage chiller, along with various kits and components that include energy harvesting boost converters and thermoelectric energy harvesters. The company distributes its products through a network of distributors. Founded in 2011, Matrix Industries is headquartered in Menlo Park, California.

EchoFirst

Series B in 2010
EchoFirst specializes in the manufacture and marketing of integrated solar energy systems designed to meet both electrical and heating needs for residential properties. Their innovative Echo solar systems not only generate electricity but also produce hot water for various household applications, as well as thermal energy for heating and cooling. This comprehensive energy solution offers a total energy output that significantly exceeds that of traditional photovoltaic systems. EchoFirst serves a diverse clientele, including homeowners, installation partners, and developers of new homes, providing a sustainable option for modern energy requirements.

eASIC

Series E in 2010
eASIC Corporation is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in manufacturing platforms designed to lower the cost of ownership and accelerate the production of customized silicon devices. The company develops the Nextreme family of devices, including the fourth-generation Nextreme-3 and third-generation Nextreme-2, which significantly reduce development costs and turnaround times compared to standard cell ASICs while also decreasing power consumption and unit costs. Additionally, eASIC offers the easicopy ASIC, providing original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) a pathway to transition from Nextreme devices to a cell-based ASIC, further optimizing device cost, power consumption, or performance. The eZ-IP alliance program complements these offerings by providing access to a variety of verified eASIC-ready intellectual property cores, facilitating faster market entry for clients. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, eASIC serves a global customer base across diverse applications, including wireless infrastructure and consumer handheld devices. The company operates as a subsidiary of Intel Corporation.

Sand 9

Series B in 2010
Sand 9, Inc. is a venture-funded startup focused on designing microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) that enhance the performance and capabilities of wireless devices. The company specializes in piezoelectric MEMS products that serve both wireless and wired systems across various markets, including communications, industrial, military, and mobile applications. By developing advanced timing components, Sand 9 aims to address the growing demands for improved functionality in modern communication infrastructure and low-power wireless technologies.

Varentec

Venture Round in 2010
Varentec, Inc. specializes in power electronics equipment aimed at improving electric grid performance and resilience. Founded in 2002 and based in Santa Clara, California, the company offers solutions that optimize power delivery and manage grid-edge devices, enabling energy savings and reducing voltage volatility. Its flagship product is a web-based software platform that facilitates field device control and data visualization. Varentec's innovations are supported by notable investors, including Bill Gates and Khosla Ventures, as well as funding from the Department of Energy. The company's focus is on creating a more efficient and affordable electrical distribution system to meet future energy demands.

Seeo

Series C in 2009
Seeo, Inc. develops and manufactures rechargeable lithium polymer batteries. It serves transportation, electric grid, telecommunication backup, and other markets. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in Hayward, California with facilities in Shanghai, China. As of August 16, 2015, Seeo, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH.

Staccato Communications

Venture Round in 2008
Staccato Communications, Inc. offers ultra wideband wireless enabled devices for the wireless USB, Bluetooth, and Internet protocol connectivity to the personal computing, consumer electronics, and mobile phone industries. Its products include single-chip integrated circuits, device adapter and device module design kits, reference design kits, wireless USB development kits, and streaming services development kits. The company also provides Ripcord Software, which provides a software stack for variety of ultra wide band applications, as well as includes installers, firmware, middleware, drivers, customization tools, and firmware upgrade tools. Staccato Communications’ products are used in various applications, such as printers, camera, mass storage devices, portable media players, wireless docking, wireless projectors, Web cameras, wireless HDTV, wireless speakers, set top boxes, wireless displays, purchasing content, sharing content, and personal servers. Staccato Communications, Inc. was formerly known as Discrete Time Communications, Inc. The company was founded in 2002 and is based in San Diego, California.

Sand 9

Series A in 2008
Sand 9, Inc. is a venture-funded startup focused on designing microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) that enhance the performance and capabilities of wireless devices. The company specializes in piezoelectric MEMS products that serve both wireless and wired systems across various markets, including communications, industrial, military, and mobile applications. By developing advanced timing components, Sand 9 aims to address the growing demands for improved functionality in modern communication infrastructure and low-power wireless technologies.

Seeo

Series B in 2008
Seeo, Inc. develops and manufactures rechargeable lithium polymer batteries. It serves transportation, electric grid, telecommunication backup, and other markets. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in Hayward, California with facilities in Shanghai, China. As of August 16, 2015, Seeo, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH.

eASIC

Series D in 2008
eASIC Corporation is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in manufacturing platforms designed to lower the cost of ownership and accelerate the production of customized silicon devices. The company develops the Nextreme family of devices, including the fourth-generation Nextreme-3 and third-generation Nextreme-2, which significantly reduce development costs and turnaround times compared to standard cell ASICs while also decreasing power consumption and unit costs. Additionally, eASIC offers the easicopy ASIC, providing original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) a pathway to transition from Nextreme devices to a cell-based ASIC, further optimizing device cost, power consumption, or performance. The eZ-IP alliance program complements these offerings by providing access to a variety of verified eASIC-ready intellectual property cores, facilitating faster market entry for clients. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, eASIC serves a global customer base across diverse applications, including wireless infrastructure and consumer handheld devices. The company operates as a subsidiary of Intel Corporation.

Jawbone

Series B in 2008
Jawbone is a technology company that specializes in creating personal devices designed for comfort and usability. The company is known for its flagship product, the Jawbone Bluetooth headset, which features NoiseAssassin technology that significantly enhances mobile voice quality by eliminating background noise. This technology, originally developed for military applications by DARPA, ensures clear communication in various environments. In addition to its audio products, Jawbone has also ventured into the fitness market, developing smart fitness tracking devices aimed at helping users monitor and improve their health and activity levels. Through its innovative products, Jawbone seeks to redefine personal technology while prioritizing both functionality and aesthetics.

Jawbone

Series A in 2007
Jawbone is a technology company that specializes in creating personal devices designed for comfort and usability. The company is known for its flagship product, the Jawbone Bluetooth headset, which features NoiseAssassin technology that significantly enhances mobile voice quality by eliminating background noise. This technology, originally developed for military applications by DARPA, ensures clear communication in various environments. In addition to its audio products, Jawbone has also ventured into the fitness market, developing smart fitness tracking devices aimed at helping users monitor and improve their health and activity levels. Through its innovative products, Jawbone seeks to redefine personal technology while prioritizing both functionality and aesthetics.

Sand 9

Seed Round in 2007
Sand 9, Inc. is a venture-funded startup focused on designing microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) that enhance the performance and capabilities of wireless devices. The company specializes in piezoelectric MEMS products that serve both wireless and wired systems across various markets, including communications, industrial, military, and mobile applications. By developing advanced timing components, Sand 9 aims to address the growing demands for improved functionality in modern communication infrastructure and low-power wireless technologies.

Seeo

Series A in 2007
Seeo, Inc. develops and manufactures rechargeable lithium polymer batteries. It serves transportation, electric grid, telecommunication backup, and other markets. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in Hayward, California with facilities in Shanghai, China. As of August 16, 2015, Seeo, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH.

Artimi

Series B in 2007
Artimi is a fabless semiconductor company focused on the development, marketing, and sale of semiconductors, software, and reference designs aimed at providing high-speed wireless connectivity for portable consumer electronics. The company specializes in silicon solutions that leverage ultra wideband technologies to enable high bandwidth wireless communication. Its product offerings include MAC controllers, evaluation kits for wireless USB, and reference design kits for various devices such as hard disk drives and printers. Through these products, Artimi supports advancements in wireless connectivity in the consumer electronics sector.

eASIC

Series C in 2005
eASIC Corporation is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in manufacturing platforms designed to lower the cost of ownership and accelerate the production of customized silicon devices. The company develops the Nextreme family of devices, including the fourth-generation Nextreme-3 and third-generation Nextreme-2, which significantly reduce development costs and turnaround times compared to standard cell ASICs while also decreasing power consumption and unit costs. Additionally, eASIC offers the easicopy ASIC, providing original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) a pathway to transition from Nextreme devices to a cell-based ASIC, further optimizing device cost, power consumption, or performance. The eZ-IP alliance program complements these offerings by providing access to a variety of verified eASIC-ready intellectual property cores, facilitating faster market entry for clients. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, eASIC serves a global customer base across diverse applications, including wireless infrastructure and consumer handheld devices. The company operates as a subsidiary of Intel Corporation.

eASIC

Series C in 2005
eASIC Corporation is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in manufacturing platforms designed to lower the cost of ownership and accelerate the production of customized silicon devices. The company develops the Nextreme family of devices, including the fourth-generation Nextreme-3 and third-generation Nextreme-2, which significantly reduce development costs and turnaround times compared to standard cell ASICs while also decreasing power consumption and unit costs. Additionally, eASIC offers the easicopy ASIC, providing original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) a pathway to transition from Nextreme devices to a cell-based ASIC, further optimizing device cost, power consumption, or performance. The eZ-IP alliance program complements these offerings by providing access to a variety of verified eASIC-ready intellectual property cores, facilitating faster market entry for clients. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, eASIC serves a global customer base across diverse applications, including wireless infrastructure and consumer handheld devices. The company operates as a subsidiary of Intel Corporation.
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