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 Electronics

Wooptix

Series C in 2025
Wooptix S.L., founded in 2014 and headquartered in Madrid, Spain, specializes in advanced imaging technologies. The company develops light field and wavefront phase imaging software that captures comprehensive information about light, utilizing the full resolution of sensors. This innovative platform allows for three-dimensional modulation of images across various camera setups, producing volumetric images and videos with enhanced data points and high frame rates. By focusing on improving human interaction with the environment, Wooptix aims to redefine the way users perceive and engage with their surroundings, offering new possibilities for image quality and post-processing capabilities.

Pison

Venture Round in 2025
Pison Technology, Inc., established in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in developing and marketing wearable devices. These devices are designed to capture and filter signals sent to the nervous system, primarily serving individuals with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Pison's innovative, non-invasive electroneurography (ENG) algorithms and sensor array technology aim to optimize cognitive and physiological capabilities through gesture control, with applications in cognitive enhancement, disease diagnosis, and improving overall quality of life.

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.

Princeton NuEnergy

Series A in 2024
Princeton NuEnergy is a clean-tech startup specializing in the direct recycling of lithium-ion batteries from electric vehicles and consumer electronics. The company utilizes patented Direct Battery Recycling technology to produce high-quality cathode active materials at low operating costs from spent batteries. This innovative process allows for the regeneration of cathodes, anodes, electrolytes, solvents, and other materials, enabling clients to restore battery components without fully breaking down their chemical structures. By providing sustainable energy solutions, Princeton NuEnergy addresses environmental challenges associated with battery waste and promotes a circular economy in the battery industry.

Graphene Square

Venture Round in 2023
Graphene Square is a leader in the commercialization of graphene materials and films, primarily focusing on their application as transparent conductors in electronics. Founded as a spin-off from the research of Professor Byung Hee Hong at Seoul National University, the company is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. Graphene Square specializes in the large-scale production of chemical vapor deposition (CVD) graphene, catering to commercial and industrial markets. Its commitment lies in providing high-quality graphene and equipment globally, supporting the ongoing development of carbon and 2D materials. Through its innovative approaches, Graphene Square aims to advance science and technology for a sustainable future.

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.

DigiLens

Debt Financing in 2020
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.

IVWorks

Series B in 2019
IVWorks Co., Ltd., founded in 2011 and based in Daejeon, South Korea, specializes in manufacturing advanced wide bandgap semiconductor epitaxial wafer products for the semiconductor industry. The company serves diverse markets, including wireless communications, solar power, LED lighting, and power switching, as well as various consumer and industrial applications. Recognized as a high-tech innovator in the compound semiconductor field, IVWorks combines its technology leadership with a commitment to innovation, providing unique services and products essential for producing chips used in a wide array of advanced applications. In addition to its manufacturing capabilities, IVWorks collaborates with leading research and development groups and participates in major government-funded programs aimed at advancing next-generation technologies that leverage the benefits of compound semiconductors alongside traditional silicon solutions.

Nearfield Instruments

Series B in 2019
Nearfield Instruments B.V., founded in 2016 and based in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, specializes in the development and manufacture of High-Throughput Scanning Probe Metrology systems tailored for advanced integrated circuit metrology. The company’s technology employs atomic-scale probes to scan and analyze the surfaces of semiconductor samples, facilitating atomic-scale resolution during the fabrication process. This innovative approach enhances process control in semiconductor manufacturing, leading to improved production yields and functionality of microchips. By supporting the advancement of smaller and more efficient electronic devices, Nearfield Instruments plays a crucial role in the evolution of the semiconductor industry.

iBeam Materials

Venture Round in 2019
iBeam Materials, Inc. specializes in the development of ion-beam alignment technologies for optoelectronic devices. Founded in 2011 and based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, the company manufactures IBAD textured substrates on metal tapes and wafers, as well as crystal-aligned MgO coatings on various substrates including metal, glass, ceramics, and polymers. These products are essential for the deposition of superconductors, such as copper oxide and iron-based materials, as well as other functional coatings. iBeam Materials employs ion-beam-assisted deposition texturing to achieve crystalline alignment in films, allowing clients to utilize these advanced materials for the epitaxial growth of single-crystal films without the need for traditional single-crystal substrates.

Deep Optics

Series B in 2019
Deep Optics Ltd., founded in 2011 and headquartered in Petah Tikva, Israel, specializes in the development and manufacturing of dynamic focal eyeglasses. The company utilizes proprietary pixelated liquid crystal technology to create adaptive lenses that adjust focal distances according to various conditions and individual needs. This innovation aims to disrupt the eyeglasses industry by offering solutions for presbyopia, which is traditionally addressed by progressive lenses or multiple pairs of glasses. Deep Optics also produces the 32°N sunglasses, noted as the first adaptive focus sunglasses available. The company's focus on seamless performance and fashionable design is supported by a team of optical and product designers, enhancing the functionality and appeal of their eyewear products.

EMVcon

Venture Round in 2019
EMVcon is an electric vehicle conversion company that offers plug-and-play electric vehicle conversion kits. The EMVcon bolt-on installation kit transforms a vehicle into an electric vehicle without custom fabrication. The plug-and-play feature allows the installer to execute electric vehicle conversion without an in-depth understanding of the complex electric powertrain. The kits come with mounting brackets, reducing the need for custom fabrication. The company also sells a general-purpose electric vehicle conversion kit without vehicle-specific mounting brackets that are still plug-and-play. The installer only needs to perform minor fabrication work to make mounting brackets for donor vehicles. The EMVcon kit comes with all necessary wiring for the electric conversion. The company has a team of engineers from Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, Seoul National University, Seoul National University of Science and Technology, and Offroad Extreme Korea. EMVcon was founded on 2016 and is headquartered in South Korea.

DigiLens

Series C in 2019
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.

Mattrix Technologies

Series A in 2019
Mattrix Technologies Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Gainesville, Florida, specializes in the development and manufacturing of full-aperture organic light emitting transistor (OLET) displays. The company offers a unique pixel architecture that integrates the drive transistor, storage capacitor, and light-emitting layers into a vertically stacked, transparent configuration. This innovative approach addresses the limitations of traditional OLED backplane technology, facilitating the production of large-area displays at a reduced cost and simplifying the manufacturing process. By providing a high aperture ratio and bottom emission capabilities, Mattrix Technologies aims to enhance the performance and adoption of emissive display technologies.

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.

Deep Optics

Venture Round in 2019
Deep Optics Ltd., founded in 2011 and headquartered in Petah Tikva, Israel, specializes in the development and manufacturing of dynamic focal eyeglasses. The company utilizes proprietary pixelated liquid crystal technology to create adaptive lenses that adjust focal distances according to various conditions and individual needs. This innovation aims to disrupt the eyeglasses industry by offering solutions for presbyopia, which is traditionally addressed by progressive lenses or multiple pairs of glasses. Deep Optics also produces the 32°N sunglasses, noted as the first adaptive focus sunglasses available. The company's focus on seamless performance and fashionable design is supported by a team of optical and product designers, enhancing the functionality and appeal of their eyewear products.

Dowinsys

Venture Round in 2019
Dowinsys develops and manufactures display component materials. It specializes in thermoforming, film lamination technology, and screen protector technology. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Cheongju, Korea.

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.

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.

Sila

Series D in 2018
Sila is a battery materials company founded in 2011 and headquartered in California, United States. It specializes in manufacturing energy-dense lithium-ion batteries designed for electric vehicles and consumer electronics. Sila collaborates with automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to accelerate product development and partners with battery manufacturers to enhance commercial cell production. The company focuses on providing advanced battery materials that improve energy storage capabilities, enabling the production of small, light, and long-lasting devices. By offering superior performance and quality control, Sila aims to facilitate the mass adoption of affordable, long-range electric vehicles while maintaining safety and cycle life standards.

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.

Aveni

Series B in 2017
Aveni, Inc. specializes in advanced metallization technologies for semiconductor, MEMS, and renewable energy applications. The company offers two primary processes: Electrografting (eG), which is a wet electrochemical method that facilitates the growth of high-quality thin films on conducting surfaces, and Chemicalgrafting (cG), designed for non-conductive substrates. Both technologies have been effectively implemented in manufacturing, demonstrating capabilities at and below the 14 nm technology node and accommodating high aspect ratios. Founded in 2001 as a spinoff from the Commissariat à l’énergie atomique et aux énergies alternatives, Aveni has established partnerships with various research and development centers and leading global manufacturers. Headquartered in Massy, France, the company boasts a skilled team of scientists and engineers with expertise in surface science, chemistry, electrochemistry, physics, materials science, and semiconductors.

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.

Nearfield Instruments

Series A in 2017
Nearfield Instruments B.V., founded in 2016 and based in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, specializes in the development and manufacture of High-Throughput Scanning Probe Metrology systems tailored for advanced integrated circuit metrology. The company’s technology employs atomic-scale probes to scan and analyze the surfaces of semiconductor samples, facilitating atomic-scale resolution during the fabrication process. This innovative approach enhances process control in semiconductor manufacturing, leading to improved production yields and functionality of microchips. By supporting the advancement of smaller and more efficient electronic devices, Nearfield Instruments plays a crucial role in the evolution of the semiconductor industry.

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.

Exnodes

Seed Round in 2016
Exnodes Inc. designs and develops advanced computational imaging and machine learning technologies aimed at detecting, identifying, and analyzing nanoscale defects in semiconductor fabrication. Founded in 2014 and based in Fremont, California, the company specializes in modern sensors, optics, and high-speed digital processing. Its innovative approach utilizes computational parallel inspection (CPI) to achieve an 8.9 nanometer sensitivity breakthrough with visible light, allowing for efficient unpatterned wafer inspection without the limitations of traditional methods. This technology enables the rapid detection of defects at a rate of 120 wafers per hour, significantly improving fabrication yields while conserving resources. Exnodes collaborates with leading semiconductor companies and innovators to enhance the accessibility and effectiveness of nanoscale defect detection in the industry.

Kazan Networks

Series A in 2016
Kazan Networks Corporation specializes in developing high-performance networking and enterprise storage solutions. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Auburn, California, the company focuses on products such as iSCSI controllers, FC-to-SATA bridges, and SAS controllers. A key offering is the KN-EVAL_1.0 customer evaluation kit, designed to allow customers and partners to test the emerging NVMe over Fabrics standard. This kit provides a fully-functioning implementation based on an FPGA, facilitating optimal performance and flexibility while enabling straightforward plug-and-play connectivity between hosts and SSDs over Ethernet links. Kazan Networks operates as a subsidiary of Western Digital Corporation.

WELT

Seed Round in 2016
WELT is a company that focuses on health and wellness through innovative wearable technology, specifically a smart belt that combines fashion with functionality. This device monitors key health metrics, including waist size, steps taken, sitting time, and eating habits, to help users adopt healthier lifestyles. By leveraging Bluetooth technology, the belt connects to an app that provides personalized insights and alerts, assisting users in managing their health and avoiding metabolic risks. The smart belt is designed to resemble a traditional leather belt, ensuring that it remains stylish while serving its health-related purposes. Its rechargeable battery lasts over seven days, making it a practical choice for everyday wear.

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.

Kyulux

Series A in 2016
Kyulux, Inc. is a Japanese company specializing in the research and development of organic electroluminescent materials for organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays and lighting solutions. Founded in 2015 and based in Fukuoka, Kyulux is a leader in the advancement of thermally activated delayed fluorescence (TADF) technology, which enhances the efficiency of OLED emission. The company offers innovative products, including its proprietary Hyperfluorescence solution, which combines TADF and fluorescence emitters. This technology enables manufacturers in the display and lighting industries to produce cost-effective, durable, and efficient OLED solutions without relying on rare metals. With a significant intellectual property portfolio developed at Kyushu University and in collaboration with industrial partners, Kyulux is positioned at the forefront of the OLED technology market.

SBA Materials

Series D in 2015
SBA Materials, Inc. specializes in the development and commercialization of advanced electronic materials tailored for the semiconductor manufacturing industry, particularly in back-end of line and packaging applications. Founded in 2001 and based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the company focuses on low-k dielectric materials for interlayer dielectric applications, addressing significant needs in the sector. Its product offerings include uLK22, uLK1X, and various optical films, along with nano-porous and meso-porous materials. These materials can be utilized in diverse forms such as thin films, powders, and fibers, and can be chemically functionalized for applications in electronics, optics, sensors, and catalysts. The company operates from a facility at the Science and Technology Park, which features R&D laboratories and is strategically located near the University of New Mexico and the Sandia National Laboratories Materials Research Center. SBA Materials aims to enhance the performance of electronic devices while reducing power consumption, thereby supporting manufacturers in producing more efficient logic chips.

TeraView

Venture Round in 2015
TeraView Limited specializes in the development and provision of terahertz instruments that generate, detect, and manipulate terahertz radiation for material characterization. Based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, TeraView offers a variety of products, including imaging modules, spectroscopy modules, large area scanning systems, medical imaging probes, explosives detection systems, and time domain reflectometry systems for semiconductor fault analysis. The technology is renowned for its non-invasive and non-destructive capabilities, making it suitable for applications such as semiconductor packaging inspection, pharmaceutical research, and non-destructive testing. TeraView also provides services like pharmaceutical contract terahertz analysis and application support. The company, which originated from the Toshiba Cambridge Research Laboratory, serves clients across Europe, North America, and the Far East, facilitating advancements in sectors such as medical imaging and industrial inspection.

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.

EarlySense

Series F in 2015
EarlySense Ltd. specializes in developing advanced patient monitoring systems for healthcare facilities, including hospitals and rehabilitation centers. The company offers a range of products, such as the EarlySense System, which provides continuous monitoring of heart rate, respiratory rate, and patient motion, enabling healthcare teams to detect early signs of patient deterioration and prevent falls and pressure ulcers. Additionally, the Central Display Station allows nurses to supervise multiple patients effectively, while the contact-free consumer health monitor, known as LIVE, provides valuable health information to users and their caregivers. EarlySense's technology is employed in various medical settings, including surgical wards, oncology, and long-term care facilities. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Ramat Gan, Israel, with a marketing office in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company has formed partnerships to enhance its product offerings and expand its market reach.

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.

SBA Materials

Series C in 2014
SBA Materials, Inc. specializes in the development and commercialization of advanced electronic materials tailored for the semiconductor manufacturing industry, particularly in back-end of line and packaging applications. Founded in 2001 and based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the company focuses on low-k dielectric materials for interlayer dielectric applications, addressing significant needs in the sector. Its product offerings include uLK22, uLK1X, and various optical films, along with nano-porous and meso-porous materials. These materials can be utilized in diverse forms such as thin films, powders, and fibers, and can be chemically functionalized for applications in electronics, optics, sensors, and catalysts. The company operates from a facility at the Science and Technology Park, which features R&D laboratories and is strategically located near the University of New Mexico and the Sandia National Laboratories Materials Research Center. SBA Materials aims to enhance the performance of electronic devices while reducing power consumption, thereby supporting manufacturers in producing more efficient logic chips.

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.

XG Sciences

Venture Round in 2014
XG Sciences, Inc. is a manufacturer of graphene nanoplatelets, which are advanced carbon nanoparticles derived from graphite. Headquartered in Lansing, Michigan, the company produces xGnP brand graphene nanoplatelets in various thicknesses and diameters for diverse applications across automotive, aerospace, medical, electronics, and energy storage sectors. These nanoplatelets are utilized in polymeric and metallic composites, coatings, and concrete additives, as well as in the formulation of conductive inks and coatings, electrodes, and specialty sheet products. XG Sciences also develops energy storage materials for lithium-ion batteries and provides thermal management solutions, including thermal interface materials. The company serves a global customer base, which includes research organizations, automotive suppliers, and various specialty material companies, and collaborates with partners such as national laboratories and universities. Founded in 2006, XG Sciences enhances product performance through its proprietary manufacturing technology and licensed production capabilities.

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.

nLIGHT

Series E in 2011
nLIGHT, Inc. is a manufacturer of semiconductor and fiber lasers tailored for various applications, including industrial technology, microfabrication, aerospace, and defense. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, the company operates through two primary segments: Laser Products and Advanced Development. The Laser Products segment encompasses a range of offerings, such as industrial and medical fiber lasers, semiconductor lasers, and optical fibers, while the Advanced Development segment focuses on revenue from research and development contracts. nLIGHT employs a vertically integrated business model, enabling it to rapidly introduce innovative products, manage costs effectively, and safeguard intellectual property. The company markets its products primarily through a direct sales force in the United States, China, South Korea, and Finland, in addition to independent sales representatives and distributors across Asia and Europe.

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.

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.

Intellon Corporation

Venture Round in 2006
Intellon Corporation, a fabless semiconductor company, engages in the design, develop, manufacture, and marketing of integrated circuits (ICs) for powerline communications or high-speed communications over existing electrical wiring in the United States and internationally. They provides HomePlug-based ICs for home networking, networked entertainment, broadband over powerline access, ethernet-over-coax, smart grid management, and other commercial applications. The HomePlug-based ICs provide connectivity between broadband modems or routers and personal computers, set-top boxes, gaming consoles, and other electronic products within a home; and monitors electrical distribution system, as well as helps in distributing Internet, video-on-demand, and other services.

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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