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 Hardware

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.

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.

EnCharge AI

Series B in 2025
EnCharge AI specializes in developing advanced artificial intelligence hardware and software systems tailored for edge computing. The company provides a robust computing platform designed to enhance AI capabilities, enabling larger models, improved accuracy, higher resolutions, and support for multiple camera channels. By leveraging years of research and development, EnCharge AI offers differentiated technology that facilitates scalable AI architectures and flexible software integration. This allows businesses to access sophisticated AI solutions efficiently and effectively, minimizing the need for time-consuming and costly workarounds.

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.

Lucata

Series B in 2021
Lucata Corporation specializes in developing advanced hardware and software technology to enhance memory utilization for various industries. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in South Bend, Indiana, and Palo Alto, Lucata produces motherboards, node cards, and memory servers designed for high-performance analytics. The company employs patented migrating thread technology to enable organizations to perform extensive multi-hop analytics and graph analysis on massive databases, facilitating insights from complex data structures with up to one trillion vertices. Lucata's solutions cater to sectors such as financial services, cybersecurity, healthcare, and telecommunications, allowing users to leverage existing graph database software for deeper analysis without the need for extensive software layers. The company's architecture is energy-efficient, supports linear performance scaling, and significantly reduces latency, making it a powerful option for organizations tackling big data challenges.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Ledger

Venture Round in 2019
Ledger is a prominent company specializing in security and infrastructure solutions for cryptocurrencies and blockchain applications, established in 2014 and headquartered in Paris, France. The company has become a leader in the market with over one million hardware security devices sold across more than 165 countries. Its flagship products, including the Ledger Nano S and Ledger Nano X, are designed for secure management of cryptocurrencies, featuring built-in displays and connectivity options for ease of use. For enterprises, Ledger offers Ledger Vault, a fully managed SaaS solution that safeguards substantial amounts of multiple cryptocurrencies while addressing physical and IT security threats. Additionally, Ledger is actively engaged in the industrial Internet of Things (IoT) sector, utilizing its secure hardware technology to connect sensors and machines to blockchain-based assets. The company also operates a production facility in Vierzon, France, and maintains offices in San Francisco.

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.

Looxid Labs

Series A in 2018
Looxid Labs Inc. is a company based in Seoul, South Korea, that specializes in developing emotion recognition systems for virtual reality (VR) through an eye-brain interface. Founded in 2015, Looxid Labs has created LooxidVR, an innovative VR headset equipped with sensors that assess users' emotional states by monitoring physiological data such as brainwaves, eye movements, and pupil sizes, utilizing advanced machine learning algorithms for analysis. The technology has diverse applications across gaming, medical, and defense sectors. Additionally, the company is working on the "Lucy" project, which aims to develop an assistive communication device for individuals with paralysis, enabling them to communicate with caregivers through gaze and thought. Looxid Labs continues to enhance its VR analytics solutions by integrating hardware, software, and proprietary algorithms to improve the accuracy of emotional analysis.

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.

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.

Bitfusion.io

Corporate Round in 2018
Bitfusion.io Inc. is a technology company based in Austin, Texas, focused on enhancing application performance through innovative software and hardware solutions. Founded in 2015, Bitfusion offers a range of products, including software designed to accelerate existing cloud and data center operations, hardware appliances that integrate software libraries for application acceleration, and the Bitfusion Supercloud, which provides on-demand access to cloud-based hardware accelerators such as FPGAs. These solutions are tailored for various applications, including computer vision, media encoding, scientific computing, and bioinformatics. The company aims to make at-scale heterogeneous computing accessible to organizations, enabling AI developers to effectively manage and optimize their compute resources. Bitfusion.io operates as a subsidiary of VMware, Inc., further extending its capabilities in the technology landscape.

Lucata

Series A in 2017
Lucata Corporation specializes in developing advanced hardware and software technology to enhance memory utilization for various industries. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in South Bend, Indiana, and Palo Alto, Lucata produces motherboards, node cards, and memory servers designed for high-performance analytics. The company employs patented migrating thread technology to enable organizations to perform extensive multi-hop analytics and graph analysis on massive databases, facilitating insights from complex data structures with up to one trillion vertices. Lucata's solutions cater to sectors such as financial services, cybersecurity, healthcare, and telecommunications, allowing users to leverage existing graph database software for deeper analysis without the need for extensive software layers. The company's architecture is energy-efficient, supports linear performance scaling, and significantly reduces latency, making it a powerful option for organizations tackling big data challenges.

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.

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.

Datera

Series B in 2015
Datera is a developer of a data management platform that simplifies enterprise data storage through automation and machine learning. The company focuses on intelligent placement technology, which allows for effective data orchestration to manage capacity and performance based on application requirements. By partnering with major infrastructure providers such as HPE, Intel, and Cisco, Datera offers a cost-effective solution that reduces total ownership and operational expenses by 70%. Founded by key figures in the development of the Linux I/O storage stack, Datera is supported by prominent investors, including Khosla Ventures and Samsung Ventures.

Soft Machines

Private Equity Round in 2014
Soft Machines is a semiconductor company focusing on co-developing VISC architecture-based processor and SoC products for all major performance computing platforms. The company was founded in 2006 and is based in Santa Clara, California.

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.

Mantis Vision

Series C in 2014
Mantis Vision Ltd. is a technology company specializing in 3D content creation tools and solutions. Founded in 2005 and based in Petach Tikva, Israel, the company focuses on developing advanced 3D capturing technologies, including its handheld MVC-F5 camera, which is designed for field use. Mantis Vision's proprietary MV4D technology enables the accurate capture of 3D data in dynamic scenes, facilitating user-generated content creation across various applications. The company's products serve a diverse range of markets, including security, architecture, engineering, construction, research, and consumer electronics. Mantis Vision also maintains strategic partnerships, such as with Digital Nation Entertainment, to enhance its offerings. By providing innovative software and hardware solutions, Mantis Vision aims to integrate 3D technology into mobile devices and business environments, allowing for the creation of dynamic volumetric content for virtual reality and robotic vision applications.

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.

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.

Pure Storage

Series E in 2013
Pure Storage is a U.S.-based company that specializes in enterprise data storage solutions, designed specifically to leverage the advantages of flash memory. The company offers a platform that significantly enhances performance while simplifying storage management and reducing associated costs. Its product lineup includes integrated storage hardware and operating system software, alongside various subscription services. These subscription services encompass Evergreen Storage, Pure as-a-Service, Cloud Block Store, and Portworx, as well as professional services for installation and consulting. By enabling organizations to efficiently manage data growth within existing power and space limitations, Pure Storage is transforming business operations across sectors, particularly benefiting applications that require high random I/O performance, such as server and desktop virtualization, databases, and cloud computing.

Datera

Series A in 2013
Datera is a developer of a data management platform that simplifies enterprise data storage through automation and machine learning. The company focuses on intelligent placement technology, which allows for effective data orchestration to manage capacity and performance based on application requirements. By partnering with major infrastructure providers such as HPE, Intel, and Cisco, Datera offers a cost-effective solution that reduces total ownership and operational expenses by 70%. Founded by key figures in the development of the Linux I/O storage stack, Datera is supported by prominent investors, including Khosla Ventures and Samsung Ventures.

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.

Pure Storage

Series C in 2011
Pure Storage is a U.S.-based company that specializes in enterprise data storage solutions, designed specifically to leverage the advantages of flash memory. The company offers a platform that significantly enhances performance while simplifying storage management and reducing associated costs. Its product lineup includes integrated storage hardware and operating system software, alongside various subscription services. These subscription services encompass Evergreen Storage, Pure as-a-Service, Cloud Block Store, and Portworx, as well as professional services for installation and consulting. By enabling organizations to efficiently manage data growth within existing power and space limitations, Pure Storage is transforming business operations across sectors, particularly benefiting applications that require high random I/O performance, such as server and desktop virtualization, databases, and cloud computing.

picoChip

Venture Round in 2010
picoChip specializes in signal processing products tailored for wireless telecommunications systems. The company is known for its multi-core digital signal processors (DSP) and software-defined radio products, which are widely implemented in the industry. Additionally, picoChip is expanding its portfolio to include a variety of application-specific standard products (ASSP) that are optimized for both cost and performance, enhancing its offerings in the wireless communication market.

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.

picoChip

Series D in 2007
picoChip specializes in signal processing products tailored for wireless telecommunications systems. The company is known for its multi-core digital signal processors (DSP) and software-defined radio products, which are widely implemented in the industry. Additionally, picoChip is expanding its portfolio to include a variety of application-specific standard products (ASSP) that are optimized for both cost and performance, enhancing its offerings in the wireless communication market.

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.

SiliconSystems

Series C in 2006
SiliconSystems is the world leader in industrial-grade solid-state storage solutions engineered exclusively for the high performance, high reliability, multi-year product lifecycle requirements of the Enterprise System OEM market. The company's patented and patent-pending SiliconDrive(TM) technology meets the rigorous demands of applications in the netcom, military, industrial, interactive kiosk and medical markets. SiliconSystems is based in Aliso Viejo, California.

Terawave Communications

Series C in 2001
Terawave Communications, Inc. is a manufacturer of converged access and multi-service networking solutions, specializing in multi-service aggregation and passive optical network (PON) products. These offerings facilitate the convergence of data, voice, video, and circuit services, catering to a diverse clientele that includes service providers, government agencies, and enterprise customers across the globe, including the United States, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Hayward, California, Terawave also maintains additional offices in Canada, Asia, and Europe, enhancing its operational reach. The company is a subsidiary of Occam Networks Inc.
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