Samsung Ventures

Samsung Ventures, established in 1999, is a corporate venture capital arm of Samsung Electronics, headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. The firm invests globally in emerging technology companies, with a focus on semiconductors, mobile services, internet, software, security, enterprise solutions, bioengineering, and medical sectors. Its investment portfolio spans early-stage startups to pre-IPO companies, with an annual investment budget of $250 million and over $1.8 billion under management. Samsung Ventures operates from key innovation hubs worldwide, including the San Francisco Bay Area, Boston, London, Tel Aviv, Bangalore, Tokyo, and Beijing, to identify and support pioneering startups in areas such as AI, robotics, augmented/virtual reality, and digital health.

Liam Ahn

Principal

Robert Ashcraft

Investment Director

Ju Won Cha

Managing Partner

Jaeseok Cha

Investment Director

Myungseok Choi

Investment Director

Jeongheon Gwak

Investment Director

Uiseok Hwang

Investment Director

TaeWoo Jeon

Investment Director

Minjoo Kim

Investment Director

Junyeong Kim

Investment Director

Jongwook Kim

Investment Director

Han Seong Kim

Investment Director

Jihong Kim

Managing Director, Samsung Ventures America

Donghyun Kim

Investment Director

KyungNam Ko

Investment Director

Eunji Ko

Investment Director

JaeHo Koh

Investment Director

Helena Lee

Investment Director

Hyemin Lee

Senior Investment Manager

SunMin Lee

Investment Director

Stan Lee

Investment Director

Jaemin Lee

Investment Director

Claire Leurent

Managing Director

Sooyoun Lim

Investment Director

Michael Pachos

Managing Director and Head of Samsung Ventures America, East Coast

Jinho Park

Investment Director

Wookyoung Park

Investment Director

Junho Yang

Investment Director

Chanwoo Yang

Investment Director

Il Seok Yoon

Chief Investment Officer

Jisu Yoon

Investment Director

Sung Eun Sarah Kim

Investment Director

Past deals in Consumer Electronics

Tesollo

Series A in 2025
Tesollo is a prominent company that specializes in the development of advanced robotic grippers and hand solutions, integrating artificial intelligence with robotics. The company focuses on creating human-level work systems applicable across various industries, including housework, education, and food. Tesollo manufactures delto grippers, motor controllers, and robotics engineering technology, providing customized automation systems tailored to meet individual client requirements. Their innovative gripper technology is designed to be flexible and stable, allowing it to handle a diverse range of objects in different sizes, shapes, and materials. By pushing the boundaries of traditional automation, Tesollo aims to redefine the future of the robotics industry.

Nanoramic Laboratories

Venture Round in 2024
Nanoramic Laboratories is a Boston-based company focused on developing advanced energy storage technologies and materials. It specializes in designing, manufacturing, and licensing Neocarbonix electrodes for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, as well as producing FastCAP ultracapacitors, which utilize nanocarbon-based electrodes for enhanced performance. The company also offers Thermexit, a line of high-performance thermal interface gap filler pads. Originating from research funded by NASA, the Department of Energy, and the Department of Defense, Nanoramic's innovations aim to revolutionize industries such as electric vehicle batteries and consumer electronics. Established in 2008 and formerly known as FastCAP Systems Corporation, Nanoramic continues to expand its product offerings, which include ultracapacitors capable of operating in extreme temperatures and various energy storage solutions tailored to meet market demands.

Earable Neuroscience

Convertible Note in 2023
Earable Neuroscience is a deep tech company focusing on building consumer wearables and solutions that unlock human potential through improved sleep and cognitive function. Earable was early-invested in by FoundersFund and Samsung Ventures. After 9 years of R&D at the University of Colorado and the University of Oxford, Earable invented FRENZ Brainband - a pioneering AI-powered sleep-aid wearable designed to track and stimulate brain activity in real time using science-backed personalized audio delivered via bone-conduction speakers.

Lumotive

Venture Round in 2023
Lumotive LLC, founded in 2017 and based in Bellevue, Washington, specializes in developing solid-state lidar systems utilizing liquid crystal metasurface (LCM) technology for autonomous vehicles and other applications. The company’s optical semiconductor solutions, including the Light Control Metasurface beam steering chips, enhance sensing and perception capabilities across various industries such as consumer electronics, robotics, and industrial automation. These chips facilitate precise control of light, allowing for improved performance in sensing and imaging tasks while being compact and easy to integrate. Lumotive’s innovative technology aims to simplify lidar systems, making them more cost-effective and reliable, thereby supporting mass adoption in the automotive and other sectors. The company was previously known as Holosense Technologies, LLC before rebranding in September 2018.

Lumotive

Venture Round in 2022
Lumotive LLC, founded in 2017 and based in Bellevue, Washington, specializes in developing solid-state lidar systems utilizing liquid crystal metasurface (LCM) technology for autonomous vehicles and other applications. The company’s optical semiconductor solutions, including the Light Control Metasurface beam steering chips, enhance sensing and perception capabilities across various industries such as consumer electronics, robotics, and industrial automation. These chips facilitate precise control of light, allowing for improved performance in sensing and imaging tasks while being compact and easy to integrate. Lumotive’s innovative technology aims to simplify lidar systems, making them more cost-effective and reliable, thereby supporting mass adoption in the automotive and other sectors. The company was previously known as Holosense Technologies, LLC before rebranding in September 2018.

Solid Power

Series A in 2020
Solid Power Inc. specializes in the development of solid-state rechargeable batteries that are free from volatile or flammable liquid components. Founded in 2011 and based in Louisville, Colorado, the company focuses on creating batteries for various applications, including electric vehicles, portable electronics, aircraft, and satellites. Its solid-state batteries are designed to be energy-dense, safe, and reliable, offering significant improvements in performance, safety, and cost-effectiveness. Solid Power aims to license its battery cell designs and manufacturing expertise to leading battery manufacturers and automotive original equipment manufacturers, while also selling its proprietary sulfide-based solid electrolyte for use in all-solid-state battery cells.

Aryballe

Series B in 2020
Aryballe Technologies, established in 2014 and headquartered in Grenoble, France, specializes in developing sensors and software that mimic the human sense of smell. Their core products include eNose, O-Cell, NeOse Pro, and Solgel, which use biochemistry, optics, and machine learning to identify, measure, and represent odors. These solutions are designed for various industries such as food and beverage, cosmetics, and automotive, aiding in research, quality control, and end-user experiences.

Light Field Lab

Series A in 2019
Light Field Lab, Inc. is a technology startup focused on developing holographic capture display systems. Founded in 2017 and based in San Jose, California, the company creates innovative solutions that generate three-dimensional holographic images that can be viewed from multiple angles without the need for head-mounted devices. Its technology aims to project 3D holograms into living spaces, allowing users to experience immersive visuals that respond dynamically to their viewpoint. Additionally, Light Field Lab offers integrated processing and imaging solutions designed to deliver these visuals over commercial network speeds. The company is also working on a universal application programming interface to facilitate the adaptation of existing content for its holographic displays. With a mission to enable a holographic future, Light Field Lab seeks to unlock new business opportunities across both consumer and enterprise markets.

N.thing

Series B in 2019
N.THING, based in Ansan-si, South Korea, is an Agri-Food tech company founded in January 2014 that innovates within the farm-to-table food value chain by integrating IoT technology and data. The company is known for developing the world’s first modular vertical farm, called the CUBE, which offers mass productivity and an optimized environment for various crops through a dedicated operating system. N.THING also offers additional products such as SQUARE, a modular hydroponic kit, and Planty, the first Internet-connected social pot, which enhances the gardening experience by allowing users to monitor environmental conditions and share their plant care activities. With a focus on connecting people to nature and leveraging technology for efficient farming, N.THING has received notable awards, including the iF Design Award and Best of Innovation at CES 2020. The company is expanding its operations globally, aiming to enhance its presence in markets such as North America and the U.A.E.

Silvan Innovation Labs

Venture Round in 2019
Silvan Innovation Labs Pvt. Ltd. is a technology company based in Bengaluru, India, specializing in the manufacture and development of home automation and security systems. Founded in 2008, the company offers a variety of solutions including entrance management, smart security systems for communities, and custom automation for hotels, conference rooms, banks, and schools. Silvan is recognized for pioneering home automation in the residential market and provides advanced products such as wireless security systems, including CBELL, a video doorbell that allows homeowners to monitor their main entrance, and SECURE, a do-it-yourself wireless security solution. With additional offices in Mumbai, Delhi, Jaipur, and Surat, Silvan is committed to enhancing the safety and convenience of residential and commercial spaces through innovative technology.

AdHawk Microsystems

Series B in 2019
AdHawk Microsystems Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the development of eye and gesture tracking technology, along with micro-electromechanical systems for mobile and wearable devices. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Kitchener, the company has created a camera-free eye tracking system that enhances mobile data capture, paving the way for advanced augmented and virtual reality solutions. AdHawk's technology features a full-stack approach, integrating custom silicon with cloud-based analytics, which enables rapid and high-quality data processing. The company is focused on producing innovative wearable eye tracking products that offer significant computational and power efficiencies, driving the development of smart glasses and other devices with all-day biometric sensing capabilities. Additionally, AdHawk aims to introduce the first brain fitness tracker, a consumer wearable that will provide insights into cognitive processes and promote brain health and wellness for a wide audience.

MOPIC

Venture Round in 2019
MOPIC is a company founded by developers specializing in 3D technology, including former researchers from Samsung Electronics with a focus on 3D stereoscopic devices. Since its inception in 2015, MOPIC has aimed to create a device that combines the immersive quality of head-mounted displays with the convenience of traditional 2D viewing. The company has developed technology that utilizes a unique lenticular array, along with proprietary eye-tracking and pixel-mapping algorithms, to enable users to experience autostereoscopic content on smartphones and tablets without the need for glasses or head-mounted displays. MOPIC's innovations have garnered international recognition, including a CES Innovation award, further establishing its presence in the 3D technology market.

Nanophotonica

Venture Round in 2019
Nanophotonica Inc. specializes in developing nanomaterials and production techniques that enhance the performance of optoelectronic devices, including displays and solar panels. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Lake Mary, Florida, with a research lab in Gainesville, the company focuses on improving device characteristics by providing materials that serve as barriers to moisture and oxygen. This functionality helps prevent the premature degradation of organic layers, thereby extending the lifespan of electronic devices. Additionally, Nanophotonica produces QLED displays that deliver pure and vibrant colors using cost-effective manufacturing processes that reduce material waste, enabling affordable and high-quality display solutions for various industries.

PlayNitride

Series E in 2019
PlayNitride Inc. is a Taiwanese company specializing in the research, development, design, and manufacture of MicroLED products and solutions. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Tainan City, the company utilizes its proprietary PixeLED display technology to deliver high-performance displays characterized by superior resolution, contrast ratio, aperture ratio, rapid response times, and low power consumption. In addition to MicroLED displays, PlayNitride produces UV LED curing systems, offering various cooling options and providing comprehensive design services across mechanical, optical, electrical, and thermal domains. The company also markets the PLAYBEACON series, which integrates LED devices with iBeacon functionality. With operations primarily in Taiwan and additional presence in Korea and other regions, PlayNitride focuses on advancing display technology and developing innovative solutions for various applications.

Immotor

Series B in 2018
Immotor is a company based in Shenzhen, China, specializing in the development and sale of portable and personal transport systems. Founded by Daniel Huang in 2016, Immotor's product lineup includes the Immotor GO, a portable motorized scooter, and the Immotor Super Battery, which serves as a power management source. Additionally, the company offers Immotor Cloud, a remote control and fleet management tool designed for the Immotor GO. Immotor also provides an intelligent battery swapping system and a battery-as-a-service platform aimed at electric motorcycles and lightweight electric vehicles. The company is committed to promoting cleaner energy through its innovative solutions, including electric bicycle battery-sharing services and a portable electric power station for outdoor activities, all designed to operate with zero emissions.

Trifo

Series A in 2018
Trifo is an AI home robot company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with additional offices in Shenzhen and Beijing, China. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing integrated hardware and software systems for indoor home environments, particularly focusing on vacuum robots. These robots possess advanced sensing, perception, and decision-making capabilities, allowing them to interact with and organize home spaces effectively. Trifo's products leverage artificial intelligence to understand the physical and semantic aspects of their surroundings, enabling them to learn new skills over time. Additionally, the company develops software and a Software Development Kit (SDK) to facilitate the integration of its products into user projects, enhancing the overall user experience in home automation.

Solid Power

Series A in 2018
Solid Power Inc. specializes in the development of solid-state rechargeable batteries that are free from volatile or flammable liquid components. Founded in 2011 and based in Louisville, Colorado, the company focuses on creating batteries for various applications, including electric vehicles, portable electronics, aircraft, and satellites. Its solid-state batteries are designed to be energy-dense, safe, and reliable, offering significant improvements in performance, safety, and cost-effectiveness. Solid Power aims to license its battery cell designs and manufacturing expertise to leading battery manufacturers and automotive original equipment manufacturers, while also selling its proprietary sulfide-based solid electrolyte for use in all-solid-state battery cells.

Aromajoin

Venture Round in 2018
Aromajoin Corporation, founded in 2012 and headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, specializes in the manufacturing and sale of aroma control devices and cartridges. The company develops innovative scent technology that integrates hardware, software, and chemical solutions to digitalize aromas and create new communication channels beyond traditional mediums. Its flagship products include the Aroma Shooter, which employs a space-time aroma control technique, and the Aroma Stage, an internet-based platform that allows users to log in and interact with scents. Aromajoin also creates various content, such as aroma-integrated applications and games, to enhance user experience and engagement through immersive scent-based interactions.

VeriSilicon

Series A in 2018
VeriSilicon, headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with an additional office in Plano, Texas, is a semiconductor company specializing in custom silicon solutions and system-on-chip (SoC) turnkey services. It offers a wide range of services, including the design and manufacture of memory chips, and provides licensable digital signal processing cores, Hantro Video IPs, and eDRAM. VeriSilicon caters to diverse industries such as smartphones, media tablets, HDTVs, set-top boxes, and data centers, targeting advanced process technologies like 28nm and FD-SOI. The company's portfolio includes five types of in-house processor IPs and over 1,400 analog and mixed signal IPs and RF IPs, enabling it to deliver comprehensive, customized silicon solutions.

Nanolux

Series A in 2018
Nanolux, established in 2012 and headquartered in Tsukuba, Japan, specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of imaging sensors. The company's core product is color night vision camera technology, which enables clear imaging in low-light conditions. Nanolux's sensors are employed in various applications, including security cameras, in-vehicle cameras, and medical cameras, contributing to enhanced safety, security, and data acquisition in diverse sectors.

Efinix

Venture Round in 2017
Efinix, Inc. is a developer of programmable logic devices and cores, specializing in innovative silicon design solutions for various industries. Founded in 2012 and based in Santa Clara, California, the company offers Quantum programmable technology that enhances the performance and efficiency of ASIC, ASSP, and FPGA products. Efinix's offerings include mask programmable memory for consumer electronics and a range of development tools aimed at optimizing return on investment for silicon design companies. Their products are specifically designed to meet the demands of high-volume, low-power applications, and small form-factor requirements, making them suitable for custom logic, compute acceleration, and deep learning tasks. Through joint development initiatives focused on infrastructure and advanced silicon processes, Efinix continues to solidify its position as a leader in the programmable technology sector.

Nanophotonica

Series A in 2017
Nanophotonica Inc. specializes in developing nanomaterials and production techniques that enhance the performance of optoelectronic devices, including displays and solar panels. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Lake Mary, Florida, with a research lab in Gainesville, the company focuses on improving device characteristics by providing materials that serve as barriers to moisture and oxygen. This functionality helps prevent the premature degradation of organic layers, thereby extending the lifespan of electronic devices. Additionally, Nanophotonica produces QLED displays that deliver pure and vibrant colors using cost-effective manufacturing processes that reduce material waste, enabling affordable and high-quality display solutions for various industries.

Corephotonics

Series D in 2017
Corephotonics Ltd. specializes in developing dual camera technologies for mobile devices, aiming to enhance mobile photography. Founded in 2012 and based in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel, the company offers a range of innovative products, including the Hummingbird camera, which features continuous optical zoom and advanced video capabilities, and the Falcon camera with enhanced autofocus for quicker focus adjustments. Additionally, the Hawkeye camera incorporates optical image stabilization to improve indoor photography by reducing motion blur. Corephotonics also provides dual aperture cameras for improved low-light performance and digital bokeh effects, along with software solutions that enhance low-light and optical zoom capabilities. By collaborating closely with manufacturers from early design stages, Corephotonics ensures its technologies meet specific imaging requirements, facilitating seamless integration into mass production. The company is recognized as a leader in the dual camera market, focusing on delivering high-quality imaging solutions in compact formats.

Awair

Series A in 2016
Awair is a company dedicated to improving indoor air quality (IAQ) for individuals in various environments, including homes, schools, and workplaces. Headquartered in San Francisco, with an additional office in Seoul, Awair develops advanced indoor air monitoring devices that measure key factors such as temperature, humidity, carbon dioxide, volatile organic compounds, and dust. These devices provide users with actionable insights and easy-to-understand software, empowering them to enhance their indoor air quality for better health and safety. By focusing on user-friendly technology and comprehensive monitoring, Awair aims to ensure that people can breathe safely indoors.

Mangoslab

Seed Round in 2016
Mangoslab, a spin-off from Samsung Electronics, specializes in developing innovative printing solutions, particularly focusing on sticky note printers. The company has created a unique printer that utilizes thermal systems and battery control, allowing users to print sticky notes directly from their smartphones or computers without the need for ink or toner. This technology aims to enhance user experiences by providing a convenient note-taking solution. In 2017, Mangoslab gained recognition for its pioneering product by winning the Best Innovation award at CES. The company is also exploring opportunities to expand its services into Software as a Service (SaaS) applications, further enriching the value that users can derive from its printing technology.

Dynair Korea

Seed Round in 2016
Dynair Korea is a kitchen appliance company that designs air purifiers.

Kateeva

Series E in 2016
Kateeva, formerly known as TJet Technologies, specializes in developing inkjet printing equipment for the production of organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays. The company's innovative manufacturing solutions enable the mass production of flexible and large-size OLEDs, offering significant advantages in terms of longer lifespans, higher yields, and reduced production costs. This technology represents a breakthrough in the display industry, making it economically viable to produce OLEDs at scale. Kateeva's equipment can print billions of pixels rapidly, paving the way for advanced flat panel displays, including flexible and foldable products. This advancement not only enhances consumer electronics, making high-quality displays more accessible, but also fosters a new wave of innovation in the technology sector.

Dynair Korea

Seed Round in 2016
Dynair Korea is a kitchen appliance company that designs air purifiers.

Pium

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Pium, Inc. is a New York-based company that develops an innovative IoT device designed for smart home fragrance. Founded in 2016, Pium has created a home fragrance diffuser that delivers personalized natural scents tailored to users' behavior and location. The device can control multiple scent capsules, which are available for purchase through a marketplace, and offers a subscription plan that allows customers to receive new scents each month. By understanding user preferences, the diffuser can automatically provide scents that align with different times of the day, such as invigorating fragrances like rosemary in the morning and calming aromas like lavender in the evening, thereby enhancing the user's mood and overall well-being.

Dynair Korea

Seed Round in 2015
Dynair Korea is a kitchen appliance company that designs air purifiers.

bubl

Seed Round in 2015
Bubl Technology Inc. specializes in developing hardware and software technologies, primarily through its flagship product, the Bublcam. This compact spherical camera captures panoramic photos and videos, providing users with a comprehensive 360-degree view of their surroundings. With its innovative design featuring four 190-degree overlapping lenses, the Bublcam allows for immersive content creation that can be controlled via mobile applications on iOS and Android devices. Users can also upload, edit, and share their spherical media through Bubl's web and mobile platforms. The company's services cater to a diverse range of sectors, including electric utilities, transit operators, entertainment media, sports media, real estate, and education. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Bubl Technology Inc. continues to push the boundaries of immersive media technology.

Plume Design

Series A in 2015
Plume Design, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in adaptive home Wi-Fi solutions and the manufacture of Wi-Fi devices. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Plume provides a software-as-a-service platform designed for communications service providers. This platform facilitates the delivery of enhanced services for connected homes, including features such as optimal Wi-Fi performance, parental controls, and motion sensing capabilities. Plume's mobile application allows users to customize and manage their Wi-Fi networks, including controlling device access and managing passwords. The company's focus is on enhancing the smart home experience while supporting service providers with backend applications.

Nanosys

Venture Round in 2015
Nanosys, Inc. is a company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of quantum dot technology aimed at enhancing high-definition viewing experiences across various display applications. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, Nanosys produces Quantum Dot Concentrate materials and Quantum Dot Enhancement films that improve the performance of a wide range of consumer electronics, including televisions, tablets, and smartphones. The company's quantum dots are nanoscale semiconductors that enable displays to achieve greater brightness and a wider color gamut, resulting in more lifelike images. This technology is compatible with various display types, including LED-LCDs, OLEDs, and micro-LEDs. Nanosys has seen significant adoption of its technology, with over 20 million devices shipped in numerous products, thus contributing to advancements in the display industry.

Go-Qual

Seed Round in 2015
Go-Qual (고퀄) is a Korean startup that provides home network systems and security alarm systems.

Kateeva

Series D in 2014
Kateeva, formerly known as TJet Technologies, specializes in developing inkjet printing equipment for the production of organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays. The company's innovative manufacturing solutions enable the mass production of flexible and large-size OLEDs, offering significant advantages in terms of longer lifespans, higher yields, and reduced production costs. This technology represents a breakthrough in the display industry, making it economically viable to produce OLEDs at scale. Kateeva's equipment can print billions of pixels rapidly, paving the way for advanced flat panel displays, including flexible and foldable products. This advancement not only enhances consumer electronics, making high-quality displays more accessible, but also fosters a new wave of innovation in the technology sector.

Novasentis

Series B in 2014
Novasentis, Inc. specializes in the design and development of electro-mechanical polymer actuator and sensor technology. The company has pioneered the world's first electro-mechanical polymer, which is recognized as the thinnest and most flexible haptic actuator available. This technology is utilized in various applications, including ultra-thin keyboards, smartphones, wearable devices, and gaming devices, enhancing user interaction through localized haptic vibrations and sound effects. By combining consumer electronics with sensory interaction, Novasentis provides innovative solutions that facilitate deeper physical and emotional connections between users and their devices. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, Novasentis also maintains offices in Pennsylvania, Japan, and Korea. As of June 2019, it operates as a subsidiary of KEMET Electronics Corporation.

Cambrios Technologies

Venture Round in 2014
Cambrios Technologies Corporation specializes in developing and manufacturing advanced electronic materials, particularly electrodes made from silver nanowires. These materials simplify the manufacturing processes for electronic devices while enhancing their performance. The company's flagship product, ClearOhm, consists of silver nanowire coating materials that create transparent conducting layers on various substrates. This technology is applicable to a wide range of products, including touch screens, liquid crystal displays, e-paper, organic light-emitting diodes (OLED), and thin film photovoltaics. Founded in 2002 as Semzyme, Inc., the company rebranded to Cambrios Technologies Corporation in 2004 and is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with additional offices in Japan and Taiwan. Cambrios aims to leverage its nanostructured materials to improve the efficiency and capabilities of next-generation consumer devices.

EVRYTHNG

Series A in 2014
EVRYTHNG Limited is a London-based company that provides an IoT smart products platform. It connects consumer products to the web, managing real-time data to drive applications and analytics throughout the product lifecycle. The company offers solutions like THNGHUB, a local cloud gateway software, consumer engagement tools, brand protection services, inventory management, and product registration. EVRYTHNG's platform enables consumer product manufacturers to Internet-enable their products, manage supply chains effectively, and deliver digital services directly to end-users. It serves various industries, including appliances and electronics, consumer packaged goods, and food and beverages. Founded in 2011, EVRYTHNG also has offices in New York and San Francisco.

Enswers

Series C in 2014
Enswers is a South Korean company specializing in automatic content recognition (ACR) technology, which analyzes sound, image, and video content. Its technology is utilized across various applications, including second screen services, interactive television systems, broadcast monitoring, subtitle casting, audience measurement, and copyright filtering. Originally focused on automatic speech recognition, Enswers has expanded its expertise to encompass video and image recognition. The company collaborates with consumer electronics manufacturers, notably providing technology for smart TVs and mobile devices. Additionally, Enswers develops second screen applications for major broadcasting networks and advertising agencies worldwide, enabling enhanced viewer engagement and interactive advertising opportunities.

PowerbyProxi

Series C in 2013
PowerbyProxi Limited specializes in designing, licensing, and manufacturing advanced wireless power and data solutions for both industrial and consumer electronics applications globally. Founded in 2007 and based in Auckland, New Zealand, with additional offices in Silicon Valley and Austin, the company offers a diverse product line that includes inductive couplers, power connectors, wireless slip rings, and development kits tailored for various applications, such as battery charging, wireless control systems, and smartphone charging. PowerbyProxi’s solutions are designed to operate effectively in demanding industrial environments, addressing critical needs without mechanical connectors. The company boasts a significant portfolio of over 350 patents and has established strategic partnerships with major industry players, including Samsung Electro-Mechanics and Linear Technology Corporation. As of October 2017, PowerbyProxi operates as a subsidiary of Apple Inc.

Raydiance

Series D in 2012
Raydiance is a leading developer of ultrafast laser technology, focusing on creating compact and reliable femtosecond laser platforms for diverse industries including manufacturing, healthcare, and defense. Founded by technology pioneer Barry Schuler, the company emerged from a DARPA initiative aimed at miniaturizing ultrafast lasers for military use. Raydiance has developed the Smart Light technology, which enables innovative applications ranging from medical micro-devices to clean tech energy solutions. The company operates a high-volume manufacturing facility capable of producing thousands of units annually and has pioneered technologies like its proprietary fiber delivery system to facilitate commercial scalability. By integrating multiple markets onto its platform, Raydiance leverages volume-manufacturing techniques to reduce costs and broaden market access, transforming ultrafast lasers from specialized research tools into widely applicable technologies.

Cambrios Technologies

Series D in 2012
Cambrios Technologies Corporation specializes in developing and manufacturing advanced electronic materials, particularly electrodes made from silver nanowires. These materials simplify the manufacturing processes for electronic devices while enhancing their performance. The company's flagship product, ClearOhm, consists of silver nanowire coating materials that create transparent conducting layers on various substrates. This technology is applicable to a wide range of products, including touch screens, liquid crystal displays, e-paper, organic light-emitting diodes (OLED), and thin film photovoltaics. Founded in 2002 as Semzyme, Inc., the company rebranded to Cambrios Technologies Corporation in 2004 and is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with additional offices in Japan and Taiwan. Cambrios aims to leverage its nanostructured materials to improve the efficiency and capabilities of next-generation consumer devices.

Novaled

Venture Round in 2011
Novaled AG is a technology provider specializing in organic light-emitting diode (OLED) technologies, targeting the organic electronics market. Based in Dresden, Germany, and established in 2003, the company focuses on high-efficiency, long-lifetime OLED structures, leveraging its expertise in synthetic and analytical chemistry. Novaled offers complete solutions that include its proprietary Doping technology and materials, catering to customers in various sectors, including televisions and mobile devices. The company has built strong partnerships with major players in the OLED industry and holds a robust intellectual property portfolio, with over 500 patents granted or pending. Additionally, Novaled maintains branch offices in Asia to support its global operations.

MasterImage 3D

Venture Round in 2011
MasterImage 3D, Inc. specializes in developing 3D technology solutions for theaters and mobile devices, offering a range of products including digital 3D cinema systems, 3D LCD modules, and 3D eyewear for various age groups. The company’s innovative cell-matrix parallax barrier technology enables autostereoscopic displays, allowing for glasses-free 3D experiences on mobile devices. Established in 2004 and headquartered in Sherman Oaks, California, MasterImage 3D has expanded its reach to over 70 countries, providing high-quality 3D experiences for audiences while offering exhibitors a compelling ownership-based pricing model. The company operates as a subsidiary of RealD Inc. and maintains offices internationally, including locations in the UK, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan.

Tilera

Series D in 2011
Tilera Corporation is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in designing multicore embedded processors tailored for the networking, digital multimedia, and wireless infrastructure sectors. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with additional locations in Westborough, Massachusetts, and Beijing, China, Tilera offers a range of products including the TILEPro multicore processor, which provides high-performance computing for various embedded applications. The company also develops multicore software development tools and production boards, such as TILExpress PCIe cards, to support its processors. Tilera's innovations aim to meet the processing and power needs of modern digital and wireless infrastructures.

LensVector

Series C in 2010
LensVector, Inc. specializes in the development of solid-state autofocus devices and camera lenses, focusing on miniature applications. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company produces innovative optical technology that shapes, steers, and focuses light without mechanical movement. This technology enables manufacturers of miniature cameras, including those used in smartphones, webcams, and video conferencing, to incorporate advanced features such as autofocus and macro capabilities without increasing size, weight, or cost. Additionally, LensVector's products are applicable in various sectors, including life sciences and LED illumination, offering solutions for architectural, retail, and residential lighting needs.

Ubicom

Series D in 2008
Ubicom specializes in developing communications and media processor (CMP) and software platforms tailored for real-time interactive applications and multimedia content delivery in the digital home. The company offers optimized system-level solutions for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), supporting a variety of products such as wireless routers, access points, VoIP gateways, streaming media devices, and print servers. Ubicom's advanced multithreaded processor design, along with its real-time operating system and application-level solutions, ensures a high-quality user experience characterized by ease of use. Headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Ubicom is a privately held, venture-backed company.

Serus

Venture Round in 2007
Serus Corporation specializes in intelligent operations management solutions for enterprises that outsource their manufacturing processes. The company provides a comprehensive suite of services aimed at enhancing business performance across various sectors, including semiconductor, consumer electronics, and original equipment manufacturing. Their offerings include transaction automation, operations planning, and WIP management solutions that improve network visibility and lot genealogy. Additionally, Serus delivers supply chain and demand planning tools, purchase order management, fulfillment solutions, and sales order management systems. The company also focuses on data aggregation and error resolution, offering managed services that encompass data modeling, process planning, and application management. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Serus operates with a commitment to facilitating seamless integration of business processes among trading partners through its subscription and hosted service models.

Quellan

Series C in 2007
Quellan, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and marketing of analog signal processing and radio frequency noise cancellation integrated circuits (IC) aimed at automotive, computing, data center, storage, consumer electronics, and wireless markets. The company offers a range of products, including noise cancellers that detect unwanted noise and generate an opposing signal, system developer kits for mobile television and GPS applications, quad and single lane extenders that ensure analog signal integrity in data center equipment, as well as evaluation boards, cable modules, and active cables. Quellan's technologies are utilized in various applications such as active cables, line cards, and backplanes in data centers, as well as in wireless technologies like global positioning systems and mobile television. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Quellan operates as a subsidiary of Intersil Corp as of August 2009.

SiGe Semiconductor

Venture Round in 2007
SiGe Semiconductor, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in designing and manufacturing radio frequency (RF) integrated circuits and multi-chip modules for the wireless consumer electronics market. The company provides a range of products, including wireless LAN front end modules, dual band front end modules, discrete power amplifiers, WiMAX power amplifiers, GPS radio integrated circuits, GPS receivers, and Bluetooth power amplifiers. SiGe Semiconductor distributes its RF solutions through a network of distributors, catering to computing, home entertainment, and mobile device applications across regions including Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America.

Pure Digital Technologies

Series F in 2007
Pure Digital Technologies specializes in innovative imaging solutions for the mass market, primarily known for its Flip Video family of digital camcorders. The Flip Video camera is designed for ease of use, particularly for Internet video sharing, featuring on-board software that allows for one-click uploads to various platforms. The Flip Ultra, the company's standout model, became a best-seller, capturing a significant share of the camcorder market. It records video at 640x480 resolution and 30 frames per second, operates on 2 AA batteries, and includes a pop-out USB connector for easy transfer to computers. The camera is offered in two models based on memory size, with prices ranging from $150 to $180. Pure Digital Technologies was acquired in 2009, and in 2011, the parent company announced the discontinuation of the Flip product line.

Atrenta

Venture Round in 2006
Atrenta is a provider of innovative solutions for the semiconductor and consumer electronics industries, specializing in design efficiency through its SpyGlass Predictive Analysis software platform. This platform offers early design insights into the performance, power, and area requirements of complex system on chips (SoCs), which are essential for modern consumer electronics. By enabling design engineers to identify structural, coding, and consistency issues in register transfer language (RTL), Atrenta's technology allows for enhanced testability during RTL creation. The company's patented solutions are utilized by over two hundred companies and thousands of design engineers globally, helping to mitigate risks and reduce costs before the deployment of traditional electronic design automation (EDA) tools. SpyGlass serves as an interactive guidance system, optimizing the implementation process for complex SoCs and ensuring greater efficiency and confidence in design outcomes.

Sonics

Series D in 2005
Sonics is a leading provider of network-on-chip (NoC) technology, specializing in intelligent on-chip communications solutions for various applications, including home entertainment, wireless networking, and mobile devices. Established in 1996 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, the company offers a comprehensive portfolio of silicon-proven intellectual property (IP) that addresses the memory bottlenecks and data flow challenges associated with complex, high-speed system-on-chip (SoC) designs. By enabling heterogeneous, multi-core SoC architectures, Sonics integrates essential subsystems, such as security, power, and memory, to deliver high performance and low power consumption. Its innovative technology has facilitated the shipment of over 750 million units globally, positioning Sonics as a key player in the embedded market.

Advanced Analogic Technologies

Venture Round in 2004
Advanced Analogic Technologies Incorporated (AATI), or AnalogicTech, develops advanced semiconductor system solutions that play a key role in the continuing evolution of feature-rich, energy efficient electronic devices. The company focuses on addressing the application-specific power management needs of consumer devices such as mobile handsets, digital cameras, tablets, notebooks, TV and LCD displays, as well as devices in a broad range of industrial, medical and telecom applications. AATI also licenses device, process, package, and application-related technologies. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, AATI has design centers in Santa Clara and Shanghai, and Asia-based operations and logistics.
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