Redwood Venture Partners

Redwood Venture Partners is a venture capital firm that specialized in investments in start-ups and early to middle-stage companies, primarily within the information technology sector. Founded in 1997 and based in Los Altos, California, the firm focused on areas such as web 2.0 technologies, online video, collaboration, vertical search, networking, wireless, semiconductors, security, and communications. Redwood Venture Partners sought to identify companies with the potential to generate annual revenues of $100 million within five years. The firm offered not only financial support but also domain expertise, operational guidance, and access to a network of strategic alliances, legal, and financial advisors to help portfolio companies grow and adapt in a competitive landscape. Notable investments included Sigma Systems Group, Optovation, and MESH Networks. As of now, Redwood Venture Partners is no longer active in making new investments.

22 past transactions

Alef Edge

Funding Round in 2017
Alef Edge, Inc., established in 2009 and headquartered in New York with offices in India and Brazil, specializes in developing Internet solutions based on Enhanced Data rates for Global Evolution (EDGE) technology. The company offers products such as Edge Gateway, Edge Cloud, and Edge Applications, enabling mobile carriers and developers to differentiate their markets and identify new revenue opportunities by physically locating services closer to users. Alef Edge's solutions facilitate more control and security with reduced overhead costs compared to traditional mobile network providers.

Dubset Media Holdings

Series A in 2017
Dubset Media Holdings, Inc. is a technology solutions company focused on the music and video industries. It provides an innovative marketplace that facilitates the distribution and monetization of derivative music, particularly mixes and remixes, for DJs, artists, labels, publishers, and distributors. Utilizing proprietary technology and a comprehensive rights management database, Dubset aggregates audio and data assets from content creators, analyzing them to identify copyright-protected works. This process allows for transparent and controlled distribution of music, creating new opportunities for content creators while ensuring compliance with copyright regulations. Through user-friendly dashboards and a commitment to simplicity, Dubset enhances the efficiency of music rights management and fosters a collaborative environment for the music industry.

Alef Edge

Funding Round in 2015
Alef Edge, Inc., established in 2009 and headquartered in New York with offices in India and Brazil, specializes in developing Internet solutions based on Enhanced Data rates for Global Evolution (EDGE) technology. The company offers products such as Edge Gateway, Edge Cloud, and Edge Applications, enabling mobile carriers and developers to differentiate their markets and identify new revenue opportunities by physically locating services closer to users. Alef Edge's solutions facilitate more control and security with reduced overhead costs compared to traditional mobile network providers.

Alef Edge

Convertible Note in 2015
Alef Edge, Inc., established in 2009 and headquartered in New York with offices in India and Brazil, specializes in developing Internet solutions based on Enhanced Data rates for Global Evolution (EDGE) technology. The company offers products such as Edge Gateway, Edge Cloud, and Edge Applications, enabling mobile carriers and developers to differentiate their markets and identify new revenue opportunities by physically locating services closer to users. Alef Edge's solutions facilitate more control and security with reduced overhead costs compared to traditional mobile network providers.

Gtran

Venture Round in 2006
GTRAN is a prominent designer and supplier of high-speed transponders, transceivers, components, and integrated circuits, specializing in broadband connectivity solutions. The company develops high-performance products tailored for long-haul, metro, and access networks, catering to various sectors including cable, satellite, telecommunications, data communications, and wireless communications. GTRAN's expertise in advanced technology, combined with flexible and scalable manufacturing capabilities, allows it to deliver efficient networking solutions that help network systems providers manage costs and mitigate integration and interoperability challenges.

NextNine

Series C in 2006
NextNine Ltd. is a developer of operational technology security management software, specializing in solutions for industrial and critical infrastructure sectors. Founded in 1998 and based in New York, the company offers a comprehensive platform that enables centralized security management for SCADA and ICS environments, addressing the unique vulnerabilities of these systems to cyber security threats. NextNine's software is designed to protect multi-site remote field assets and facilitate remote maintenance and support, which are critical in industries such as oil, gas, mining, chemicals, energy, manufacturing, and defense. The company has established itself as a leader in the OT security space, with over 6,000 installations globally and recognition for its contributions to improving critical infrastructure cyber security. NextNine has received ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification, demonstrating its commitment to managing information security risks effectively. Formerly known as RTview Ltd., the company has been a subsidiary of Honeywell International Inc. since 2017.

NextNine

Venture Round in 2005
NextNine Ltd. is a developer of operational technology security management software, specializing in solutions for industrial and critical infrastructure sectors. Founded in 1998 and based in New York, the company offers a comprehensive platform that enables centralized security management for SCADA and ICS environments, addressing the unique vulnerabilities of these systems to cyber security threats. NextNine's software is designed to protect multi-site remote field assets and facilitate remote maintenance and support, which are critical in industries such as oil, gas, mining, chemicals, energy, manufacturing, and defense. The company has established itself as a leader in the OT security space, with over 6,000 installations globally and recognition for its contributions to improving critical infrastructure cyber security. NextNine has received ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification, demonstrating its commitment to managing information security risks effectively. Formerly known as RTview Ltd., the company has been a subsidiary of Honeywell International Inc. since 2017.

GWS Photonics

Series B in 2004
GWS Photonicsis paving the way for next generation DWDM networks with its patented GWS tunable filter Platform.

Everypath

Venture Round in 2003
Everypath is the leading provider of mobile task automation software to global 1000 companies.

Tharas Systems

Series B in 2001
Tharas Systems is a technology company that specializes in accelerating Hardware Description Language (HDL) simulation for System-on-Chip (SoC) designs. Their primary product, the Hammer, offers hardware-accelerated emulation-like performance and capacity, along with software-like debugging capabilities. Tharas Systems markets its solutions based on ease of use, tool compatibility, and cost-effectiveness, aiming to address the performance bottleneck experienced by designers in this field.

Ashvattha Semiconductor

Series A in 2001
Ashvattha Semiconductor is a manufacturer specializing in microprocessor chips designed for wireless devices. The company focuses on developing advanced radio frequency (RF) designs that cater to cellular systems, ensuring compatibility with multiple wireless standards. By providing innovative frequency chips, Ashvattha Semiconductor plays a crucial role in enhancing the performance and efficiency of wireless technology for device manufacturers.

NIKSUN

Venture Round in 2001
NIKSUN Incorporated specializes in forensics-based cyber security and network performance monitoring solutions. The company offers a range of products designed for full packet capture, application fingerprinting, intrusion detection, and anomaly detection. Its key offerings include NetDetector, which provides cyber security and real-time surveillance; NetVCR, focused on network performance analytics; and NetTradeWatch, which analyzes financial transactions. NIKSUN also features tools for monitoring Voice over IP traffic, generating quality of service alerts, and conducting root-cause analysis. The company's technology enables comprehensive data capture and analysis, allowing clients to gain actionable insights into security threats and performance issues. Serving over 1,000 enterprise customers, including Fortune 500 companies and government agencies across more than 30 countries, NIKSUN is positioned as a leader in network monitoring. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, NIKSUN is committed to optimizing service delivery and reducing compliance risks through advanced network monitoring solutions.

NextNine

Series B in 2001
NextNine Ltd. is a developer of operational technology security management software, specializing in solutions for industrial and critical infrastructure sectors. Founded in 1998 and based in New York, the company offers a comprehensive platform that enables centralized security management for SCADA and ICS environments, addressing the unique vulnerabilities of these systems to cyber security threats. NextNine's software is designed to protect multi-site remote field assets and facilitate remote maintenance and support, which are critical in industries such as oil, gas, mining, chemicals, energy, manufacturing, and defense. The company has established itself as a leader in the OT security space, with over 6,000 installations globally and recognition for its contributions to improving critical infrastructure cyber security. NextNine has received ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification, demonstrating its commitment to managing information security risks effectively. Formerly known as RTview Ltd., the company has been a subsidiary of Honeywell International Inc. since 2017.

Meshnetworks

Series B in 2000
MeshNetworks is a wireless mesh networking company specializing in technology for rapidly-deployed, self-creating wireless mobile networks. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Maitland, Florida, the company develops communications systems using proprietary QDMA (Quadrature Division Multiple Access) technology. These systems are primarily designed for public safety and municipal networks. MeshNetworks also offers a chip for QDMA and software that enhances standard Wi-Fi products with mesh capabilities. The company has deployed its technology in various municipalities across the United States, including Florida, Minnesota, Oregon, and Texas.

Taalee

Venture Round in 2000
Taalee is a company specializing in semantic applications for the management of broadband content. Its primary offering is the Semantic Engine™, which serves as the foundation for its products. Taalee provides two main services: Semantic Search™ and Semantic Asset Management™, both designed to enhance the handling of digital media assets. The company's software is equipped to comprehend the meaning behind users' search queries, enabling it to effectively identify and manage relevant web content. By leveraging advanced semantic technology, Taalee aims to improve the search and management experience for its users.

Voyan Technology

Venture Round in 2000
Voyan Technology provides a unique approach to noise management, which extends the range, affordability and reliability of DSL and wireless communications networks. Voyan brings to market broad experience and a deep intellectual property (IP) portfolio in adaptive estimation, signal processing and advanced control, enabling their highly differentiated approach. Leveraging these disciplines in the communications field enables significant gains in extending access network productivity: expanding network capacity by up to 50% and reducing provisioning costs by as much as 20%. Voyan was founded in 1991 as a consulting services business. In 1996, Voyan shipped its first products for mission-critical embedded applications. In 1999, Voyan turned to the DSL and wireless communications markets where the impact of Voyan's technology is nothing short of breakthrough. Voyan has an excellent track record of product execution accumulated in its legacy embedded control business. In the semiconductor manufacturing market, Tokyo Electron Limited made Voyan Clairvoyant® Control standard on all their latest release of 200mm Diffusion furnaces for wafer temperature control. Voyan is a privately held company located in Santa Clara, California. Voyan's products include system software, embedded software, maintenance and services.

Nazomi Communications

Series B in 2000
Nazomi is a fabless semiconductor company focused on providing multimedia application processor solutions to mobile phone and semiconductor makers. Its solutions enhance quality and boost performance for audio, video, camera, 2D/3D graphics, animation, gaming, Java and other multimedia platforms.

Corona Networks

Series B in 2000
Corona Networks is a developer of networking equipment, specifically carrier-class IP switches for CLECs, ILECs, IXCs, PTTs and ISPs. The company's products enable the delivery of differentiated IP services including multimedia content delivery, virtual private networks, firewalls and bandwidth management.

Tharas Systems

Series A in 2000
Tharas Systems is a technology company that specializes in accelerating Hardware Description Language (HDL) simulation for System-on-Chip (SoC) designs. Their primary product, the Hammer, offers hardware-accelerated emulation-like performance and capacity, along with software-like debugging capabilities. Tharas Systems markets its solutions based on ease of use, tool compatibility, and cost-effectiveness, aiming to address the performance bottleneck experienced by designers in this field.

Savvion

Series A in 2000
Savvion is a global provider of Business Process Management (BPM) software solutions, serving over 300 companies worldwide, including 24 Fortune 100 enterprises. Its platform facilitates cross-functional collaboration for process improvement, enabling businesses to enhance productivity and profitability.

Magma Design Automation

Venture Round in 2000
Magma Design Automation, Inc. specializes in electronic design automation (EDA) software products and services aimed at optimizing the design and production of integrated circuits across various industries, including communications, computing, and consumer electronics. The company offers a comprehensive digital integrated solution that streamlines the chip development cycle, encompassing initial design through to physical implementation. Magma's primary offerings include the Talus family of products, the Tekton static timing analyzer, and the QCP extractor, as well as the Quartz suite for sign-off and verification. These tools work seamlessly together to create an integrated design and verification flow, effectively merging previously distinct processes of logic design, physical design, and analysis. Additionally, Magma's Titan platform supports custom integrated chip design, providing a cohesive solution for mixed-signal projects.

Nazomi Communications

Series A in 1999
Nazomi is a fabless semiconductor company focused on providing multimedia application processor solutions to mobile phone and semiconductor makers. Its solutions enhance quality and boost performance for audio, video, camera, 2D/3D graphics, animation, gaming, Java and other multimedia platforms.
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