Nautilus Venture Partners

Nautilus Venture Partners is an early-stage venture capital firm established in 2015 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California. The firm specializes in investing in startups that operate in technology-driven sectors, including artificial intelligence, the internet of things, and mobile technologies. Nautilus Venture Partners focuses on fostering partnerships between these emerging companies and established technology corporations, aiming to enhance growth and innovation within the industry.

George R. Chen

Principal

Brian Kang

Co-Founder and Managing Director

Ting Ting Liu

Vice President

Connie Sheng

Co-Founder and Managing Director

Isabella Zhou

Associate

22 past transactions

DataPelago

Series A in 2024
DataPelago specializes in big data analytics solutions, offering a comprehensive platform that integrates both hardware and software products. This platform is designed to extract instantaneous insights from data, regardless of its scale, speed, or structure. By delivering high-performance and cost-effective solutions, DataPelago enables businesses to address complex challenges across various operational layers, enhancing their decision-making capabilities and overall efficiency.

d-Matrix

Series B in 2023
D-Matrix is a technology company focused on developing a computing platform aimed at enhancing artificial intelligence inferencing workloads in data centers. The company is dedicated to creating an innovative, brain-inspired AI compute engine that addresses a wide range of inferencing tasks within the growing cloud and edge infrastructure markets. By employing an in-memory computing approach, D-Matrix seeks to improve the efficiency of memory-compute integration through advanced mixed-signal and digital signal processing techniques. This platform is particularly designed to support generative artificial intelligence applications and large language models, thereby providing clients with enhanced computational capabilities.

Point2

Series B in 2022
Point2 Technology, founded in 2016 and based in Seoul, South Korea, specializes in developing advanced connectivity solutions aimed at meeting the growing bandwidth demands of 5G and cloud-based data centers. The company focuses on creating dielectric waveguide technology that enables high-speed, short-range interconnectivity. Its products are designed to deliver reliable, low-cost, and low-power solutions, facilitating efficient point-to-point connections for data center applications. By addressing the critical needs of modern infrastructure, Point2 Technology positions itself as a key player in enhancing data connectivity for the future.

Ayar Labs

Series C in 2022
Ayar Labs, Inc. specializes in the development of optical interconnect technology, focusing on high-density electronic-photonic chiplets and lasers designed to enhance data transmission capabilities. Its flagship product, TeraPHY, is a monolithic in-package optical I/O solution that enables high bandwidth, low latency, and power-efficient short-reach interconnects, making it suitable for applications in artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, cloud computing, telecommunications, and aerospace. The company's innovative approach leverages industry-standard silicon processing techniques to create optical interconnect chiplets that replace traditional electrical-based I/O, addressing performance and efficiency challenges in the semiconductor and computing industries. By optimizing data movement within AI systems, Ayar Labs aims to alleviate compute and bandwidth bottlenecks associated with complex large language models, thereby maximizing computational efficiency while minimizing costs and power consumption. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Emeryville, California, Ayar Labs also has an office in Santa Clara, California.

d-Matrix

Series A in 2022
D-Matrix is a technology company focused on developing a computing platform aimed at enhancing artificial intelligence inferencing workloads in data centers. The company is dedicated to creating an innovative, brain-inspired AI compute engine that addresses a wide range of inferencing tasks within the growing cloud and edge infrastructure markets. By employing an in-memory computing approach, D-Matrix seeks to improve the efficiency of memory-compute integration through advanced mixed-signal and digital signal processing techniques. This platform is particularly designed to support generative artificial intelligence applications and large language models, thereby providing clients with enhanced computational capabilities.

Balbix

Series C in 2022
Balbix, Inc. is a cybersecurity company that provides a predictive breach risk and resilience platform aimed at enhancing the security posture of organizations. Founded in 2015 and based in San Jose, California, Balbix uses artificial intelligence and predictive analytics to assess and visualize an enterprise's cyber-breach risk across all devices, users, and applications. The platform enables security teams to conduct risk-based vulnerability management, accurately inventory assets, and quantify cyber risks in monetary terms. By predicting critical breach scenarios, Balbix helps organizations prioritize their security operations and projects, ultimately improving their overall cyber resilience. The company has gained recognition as a leader in cybersecurity posture automation and has been acknowledged as a noteworthy player in the industry.

Cipherome

Series B in 2022
Cipherome is a biotech company focused on delivering personalized drug treatments tailored to individuals' unique genetic profiles. The company operates on the principle that every person deserves optimal medical care, recognizing that variations in drug reactions can result from inherited genetic factors. Its innovative platform integrates artificial intelligence and bioinformatics to analyze genomic information, allowing for the identification of the most effective medications for each patient. By providing healthcare professionals with insights into personalized drug reaction risks, Cipherome aims to minimize the occurrence of serious side effects and adverse drug reactions, ensuring safer and more effective treatment options across diverse patient populations.

Rescale

Series C in 2021
Rescale, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing and operating cloud-based platforms for scientific and engineering simulations. Its offerings include the ScaleX Pro platform for independent professionals and small to medium-sized businesses, and ScaleX Developer, which allows external application developers to integrate their software directly with Rescale’s systems. Additionally, the ScaleX Enterprise platform provides a comprehensive solution for enterprise-level simulation needs, managing on-premise high-performance computing resources and software licenses. Serving a diverse range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, and life sciences, Rescale facilitates more than 300 customers, from startups to large corporations, in accelerating their design processes and reducing time to market. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, Rescale also has offices in Tokyo, Munich, and Singapore, and it is supported by a variety of investors from the technology and venture capital sectors.

Exo

Series B in 2019
Exo is a medical device startup focused on developing a handheld ultrasound platform for imaging and therapeutic applications. The company aims to provide affordable and user-friendly medical imaging solutions for healthcare professionals globally. By integrating advanced nano-materials, innovative sensor technologies, and sophisticated signal processing with the cost efficiencies of semiconductor manufacturing, Exo significantly lowers the costs associated with medical imaging. This technology allows healthcare providers to make vital, real-time decisions that enhance patient outcomes. Exo's commitment to high-quality, accessible imaging represents a significant advancement in medical technology, making effective diagnostic tools available at an unprecedented price point.

Volta Charging

Series C in 2018
Volta Charging is a company that focuses on the design, installation, and maintenance of electric vehicle charging stations across the United States. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, it operates a network of charging stations funded by sponsor brands, which allows it to provide a valuable amenity to communities. By strategically placing charging stations in high-traffic areas, Volta Charging helps facilitate the transition from traditional combustion-powered vehicles to electric vehicles. This approach not only benefits consumers by providing convenient access to charging but also serves the commercial interests of site hosts and partners by enhancing their engagement with customers at crucial decision-making moments.

Airy:3D

Series A in 2018
Airy:3D, Inc. is a Montreal-based startup founded in 2015 that specializes in passive depth recovery technologies, enabling 3D machine vision in cameras. The company's innovations target various industries, including entertainment, automotive, industrial, and security and surveillance. Airy:3D's suite of technologies allows cameras to capture depth information without relying on auto-focus, thereby improving image quality while maintaining battery efficiency. By addressing the challenge of representing the three-dimensionality of the world in photography, Airy:3D aims to enhance the visual experience across multiple applications.

Hiya

Series A in 2017
Hiya Inc. is a Seattle-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing a caller identification application aimed at enhancing the mobile phone experience for users worldwide. The application identifies unknown callers and automatically blocks spam and scam threats, thereby protecting over 100 million users from unwanted calls. By analyzing more than 13 billion calls each month, Hiya provides essential context to users, helping them decide whether to answer incoming calls. The app is available for both Android and iPhone users and has been integrated into various carrier services, including AT&T Call Protect and T-Mobile Name ID, as well as Samsung devices. Hiya’s mission is to create a secure and engaging calling experience, bringing trust and identity to every phone interaction.

Hiya!

Series A in 2017
Hiya! was founded in 2015, and is offering TV hire that’s affordable, practical, and fair, in a way that’s offering an alternative to buying on finance. Over the years, they have expanded our offering to give customers access to more tech and appliances, such as mobile phones, tablets, and washing machines – and there’s more to come!

Airy:3D

Seed Round in 2017
Airy:3D, Inc. is a Montreal-based startup founded in 2015 that specializes in passive depth recovery technologies, enabling 3D machine vision in cameras. The company's innovations target various industries, including entertainment, automotive, industrial, and security and surveillance. Airy:3D's suite of technologies allows cameras to capture depth information without relying on auto-focus, thereby improving image quality while maintaining battery efficiency. By addressing the challenge of representing the three-dimensionality of the world in photography, Airy:3D aims to enhance the visual experience across multiple applications.

TetraVue

Series A in 2017
TetraVue, Inc., founded in 2008 and based in Carlsbad, California, specializes in 3D camera technologies and optics solutions primarily for government agencies. The company has developed innovative Smart Vision products that employ an advanced approach to Time of Flight (TOF) technology. This technology enables the capture of high-definition, three-dimensional images in various environments, including indoor and outdoor settings, while consuming minimal power. TetraVue's systems are designed for diverse applications, including autonomous vehicles, manufacturing, engineering, robotics, and virtual and augmented reality in gaming and filming. As industries increasingly require sophisticated visualization capabilities, TetraVue's technology provides robust visual data, enhancing the ability to detect unexpected obstacles and improve operational efficiency.

DigiLens

Series B in 2017
DigiLens Inc. is a developer and manufacturer of optical platform and photopolymer technology solutions specializing in waveguide displays for extended reality (XR) applications. The company offers a range of products, including the Crystal30 and Crystal50 lenses, which enable original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to create customizable XR devices for both enterprise and consumer markets. DigiLens also provides innovative solutions like the DigiLens AutoHUD, which enhances the field of view and reduces component size in heads-up displays, and CrystalClear, an augmented reality heads-up display. In addition to display technologies, DigiLens supplies light engines and hardware development kits, such as Insight30, which assist users in evaluating and developing wearable devices. Founded in 1997 and based in Sunnyvale, California, DigiLens has positioned itself as a leader in holographic waveguide technology, enabling various industries, including automotive, enterprise, consumer, avionics, and military, to leverage XR capabilities.

FarmX

Seed Round in 2017
FarmX Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a software application platform designed to enhance the management and automation of irrigation, fertilization, and yield for tree crops and vineyards. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, with an additional office in Tulare, the company utilizes machine learning to analyze various data sources, including soil conditions, plant health, and weather patterns. Its FarmMap system provides farmers with real-time analytics through sensors that monitor critical field conditions, enabling precise irrigation scheduling and resource optimization. The platform offers features such as yield prediction, plant health monitoring, and frost alerts, all aimed at increasing agricultural productivity while conserving resources. By integrating these advanced technologies, FarmX helps farmers improve efficiency and reduce costs in their operations.

DriveScale

Series A in 2016
DriveScale Inc., founded in 2013 and based in Sunnyvale, California, specializes in big data software solutions. The company has developed a Composable Platform designed to provide hyper-scale computing capabilities for mainstream enterprises. This platform allows for the creation of flexible and adaptable server configurations, combining computing, storage, and network resources tailored to specific workloads. As a result, users benefit from enhanced manageability, flexibility, and optimization within scale-out environments. DriveScale's innovative approach aims to simplify complex data demands, making advanced computing accessible to a broader range of businesses.

VOKE

Series A in 2016
VOKE, Inc. specializes in virtual reality solutions for live events, such as sports, concerts, and fashion shows. Founded in 2004 and based in Santa Clara, California, the company developed VOKE TrueVR, a real-time technology platform that captures, encodes, and synchronizes content with scores, metadata, and audio, providing an immersive viewing experience. The team's expertise includes engineers, scientists, and media professionals who focus on blending technology with user needs to enhance how audiences engage with real events and on-demand media. VOKE's innovations are recognized as groundbreaking, akin to the historical advancements of color and sound in media. In November 2016, VOKE was acquired by Intel Corporation, further integrating its virtual reality capabilities into the technology landscape.

Maluuba

Series A in 2016
Maluuba Inc is a company based in Waterloo, Canada, that specializes in designing and delivering deep learning applications for natural language processing. Founded in 2011, Maluuba focuses on enhancing machine capabilities to read and understand language similarly to the human brain through advanced deep learning algorithms and reinforcement learning techniques. Its applications facilitate various tasks, such as searching for weather, events, and stores, as well as organizing alarms and calendars. The company aims to advance machine understanding and decision-making through its technology, which emphasizes machine reading comprehension, dialogue understanding, and human-like intelligence traits such as memory and common-sense reasoning. As of early 2017, Maluuba operates as a subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation and collaborates with leading organizations across diverse sectors including communications, technology, and automotive.

Skulpt

Series A in 2015
Skulpt was founded in 2009 by Dr. Seward Rutkove, Neurology Professor of Harvard Medical School, and Dr. Jose Bohorquez, Electrical Engineering PhD from MIT. The company develops hardware and software to help athletes and fitness enthusiasts understand their body composition and give them the intelligence to help optimize their training and reach their peak performance. The patented technology, Composition Myography (CM), measures muscle quality and fat content of each major muscle group, giving an unprecedented level of insight into an athlete's body. The Skulpt Muscle Scanner is the world's first and only handheld consumer device that measures individual muscle quality (MQ) and total body fat percentage. The Skulpt app delivers training programs tailored to the unique physique of each user, providing targeted training for optimal results. Initially a medical company, Skulpt has been awarded numerous grants from the National Science Foundation and National Institute of Health to develop CM and validate it through various clinical research trials. Composition Myography has been adopted by dozens of US hospitals and pharmaceutical companies to track the progression of patients with neuromuscular disorders. In 2013, Skulpt began to develop consumer products based on CM technology. Skulpt’s first consumer product, the Aim, was the first-ever electronic to measure muscle quality and the fat content of individual body areas. In March 2016, the company launched the next generation of the Aim, the Chisel Muscle Scanner and an accompanying iOS and Android app.
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