Matrix

Matrix Partners, established in 1977, is a prominent venture capital firm headquartered in San Francisco, California. The firm focuses on early-stage and early-growth investments, partnering with entrepreneurs to build significant, industry-leading companies. With a global perspective and local expertise, Matrix combines the insights of former entrepreneurs and experienced investors to guide its portfolio companies. The firm has a proven track record, having invested in over 500 companies, with 50 going public and 75 achieving profitable M&A exits. Notable investments include Baidu, Apple, and Oculus. Matrix invests across various sectors, including applied AI, B2B SaaS, digital health, and sustainable-defined hardware.

Ben Altshuler

Partner

Diana Kimball Berlin

Partner

Rahul Chaudhary

Venture Partner

Phyllis Doherty

Administrative Partner

Liza Gurtin

Partner

Wan Haoji

Partner

Patrick Malatack

Partner

Bo Shao

Founding Managing Partner

Paul Sherer

Venture Partner

Ilya Sukhar

Partner

Sun Linghao

Managing Partner

Tong Ti

Vice President

Kevin Xiong

Partner

Past deals in Self-driving

Lightwheel AI

Seed Round in 2024
The next step of AI development is to enter the physical world through autonomous driving and embodied AI. By leveraging generative AI and simulation, Lightwheel AI is committed to creating sustainable and high-quality 3D data fuel for AI to enter into the physical world.

GRVT

Seed Round in 2023
GRVT is an institutional-grade self-custody derivatives trading platform that focuses on eliminating counterparty risk while enhancing trading efficiency. The platform incorporates innovative ZK-powered volition technology, which separates exchange and custody functions, allowing clients to maintain full control of their assets. GRVT offers a range of trading options, including request-for-quote (RFQ) and central limit order book (CLOB) mechanisms for futures and perpetual contracts. Additionally, the platform prioritizes privacy-enabled trading and features a robust Know Your Customer (KYC) process, ensuring compliance and security for its users. With high transaction throughput, GRVT is designed to meet the needs of sophisticated traders in the derivatives market.

Semidrive Technology

Series B in 2021
Nanjing Semidrive Technology Ltd., established in 2018, is a Chinese company specializing in the design and manufacture of core processor chips for automotive applications. It offers a range of products, including the X9 chip for eCockpit systems, the V9 chip for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving, and the G9 chip for vehicle central gateway applications. Semidrive operates with a fabless manufacturing model and has research and development facilities in Nanjing and Beijing, with an additional office in Shenzhen.

Semidrive Technology

Series A in 2020
Nanjing Semidrive Technology Ltd., established in 2018, is a Chinese company specializing in the design and manufacture of core processor chips for automotive applications. It offers a range of products, including the X9 chip for eCockpit systems, the V9 chip for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving, and the G9 chip for vehicle central gateway applications. Semidrive operates with a fabless manufacturing model and has research and development facilities in Nanjing and Beijing, with an additional office in Shenzhen.

Starship Technologies

Series A in 2019
Starship Technologies, Inc. is a robotics company that specializes in the design and manufacture of self-driving delivery robots intended for local goods transportation. Founded in 2014, the company is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with a research and development center in Estonia. Its autonomous robots are capable of delivering parcels, groceries, and food within a 30-minute timeframe, operating autonomously 99% of the time. These robots utilize a suite of sensors, including cameras and GPS, to ensure safe and efficient curb-side deliveries from local hubs. Starship Technologies aims to revolutionize the delivery process by providing convenient services that enhance everyday life while promoting environmentally friendly practices and reducing costs associated with local deliveries.

Semidrive Technology

Seed Round in 2019
Nanjing Semidrive Technology Ltd., established in 2018, is a Chinese company specializing in the design and manufacture of core processor chips for automotive applications. It offers a range of products, including the X9 chip for eCockpit systems, the V9 chip for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving, and the G9 chip for vehicle central gateway applications. Semidrive operates with a fabless manufacturing model and has research and development facilities in Nanjing and Beijing, with an additional office in Shenzhen.

Asensing

Series A in 2019
Guangzhou Asensing Electronics Co., Ltd. specializes in the development of inertial navigation and optoelectronic technology solutions. Founded in 2014 and based in Guangzhou, China, the company offers a range of products including vertical gyros, inertial measurement units, attitude heading reference systems, and GPS/INS integrated navigation systems. These products are utilized across various sectors such as aerospace, marine, and industrial applications, serving customers in the fields of aircraft, ships, robots, and somatosensory terminals. In addition to standard offerings, Asensing provides customized solutions, particularly in the areas of UAV platforms and night vision technology. The company's advanced inertial and optoelectronic products enhance dynamic attitude measurement, motion control, and positioning algorithms, contributing to safer and more precise navigation systems.

NASN Automotive Electronics

Series B in 2019
NASN Automotive Electronics Co., Ltd. is a manufacturer based in Shanghai, China, specializing in electronic chassis control products and autonomous driving technologies for the automotive market. The company focuses on developing advanced systems such as the NBooster intelligent brake system, brushless electric steering EPS controller, and wire control systems. NASN is dedicated to integrating research and development with production and sales, aiming to enhance vehicle safety and intelligence. By providing innovative solutions, NASN Automotive Electronics supports the growing demand for advanced driver assistance systems and contributes to the evolution of autonomous driving in China.

Starship Technologies

Seed Round in 2018
Starship Technologies, Inc. is a robotics company that specializes in the design and manufacture of self-driving delivery robots intended for local goods transportation. Founded in 2014, the company is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with a research and development center in Estonia. Its autonomous robots are capable of delivering parcels, groceries, and food within a 30-minute timeframe, operating autonomously 99% of the time. These robots utilize a suite of sensors, including cameras and GPS, to ensure safe and efficient curb-side deliveries from local hubs. Starship Technologies aims to revolutionize the delivery process by providing convenient services that enhance everyday life while promoting environmentally friendly practices and reducing costs associated with local deliveries.

AutocloudPro

Series A in 2017
AutocloudPro is a developer of an intelligent maintenance platform known as CarTongyun, which serves the automobile repair industry by providing a comprehensive database that encompasses detailed information on nearly 2,500 vehicles and approximately 150,000 vehicle types. The platform is designed to assist automobile maintenance providers, insurance companies, and auto parts wholesalers by facilitating quick access to crucial parts information, including data on damages from daily collisions. It covers over 80% of the models required by the domestic auto repair sector and addresses more than 95% of parts needed for repairs. In addition to helping users locate and order necessary parts, the platform offers data support for procurement, loss assessment, and emergency scenarios based on specific vehicle parameters. AutocloudPro aims to enhance its platform further by introducing direct online ordering for its catalog of auto parts.

Starship Technologies

Seed Round in 2017
Starship Technologies, Inc. is a robotics company that specializes in the design and manufacture of self-driving delivery robots intended for local goods transportation. Founded in 2014, the company is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with a research and development center in Estonia. Its autonomous robots are capable of delivering parcels, groceries, and food within a 30-minute timeframe, operating autonomously 99% of the time. These robots utilize a suite of sensors, including cameras and GPS, to ensure safe and efficient curb-side deliveries from local hubs. Starship Technologies aims to revolutionize the delivery process by providing convenient services that enhance everyday life while promoting environmentally friendly practices and reducing costs associated with local deliveries.

Aevena

Seed Round in 2015
Aevena is a company focused on the development of fully autonomous consumer robots that aim to transform daily living through innovative personal robotics. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Carlos, California, Aevena's robots are designed to be self-flying and incorporate advanced technologies such as sensors, computer vision, and machine learning. These features empower consumers to navigate complex challenges and improve their everyday experiences.
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