Entrepreneur First
Series C in 2022
Entrepreneur First is a London-based venture capital firm established in 2011, with offices in five cities across three continents. It uniquely invests in high-potential individuals, helping them find co-founders, develop ideas, and secure funding to build globally significant technology companies. With a portfolio of over 300 companies, including notable successes like Tractable and Magic Pony Technology, and a global alumni network of over 5000, Entrepreneur First has a combined portfolio value of over $5 billion. Backed by prominent tech founders and investors, the firm focuses on the software and technology sectors.
Platform Science
Series C in 2022
Platform Science develops and integrates hardware solutions, software solutions, and Internet of Things (IoT) infrastructure tailored for the transportation industry. The company's flagship product is an enterprise-grade IoT fleet management platform designed to enhance logistics processes. This platform provides core telematics functionality, including applications for compliance, safety, and productivity, while supporting dynamic hardware configurations and partner integrations. Additionally, Platform Science offers fleet management apps aimed at managing compliance, improving driver experience, and maximizing productivity. Founded in 2014, the company is headquartered in La Jolla, California, and operates as a subsidiary of Daimler Trucks North America LLC.
Tata Digital creates consumer-focused, high-engagement digital products. Tata Neu is a Tata Group super-app that offers an integrated rewards experience across various consumer categories such as groceries, fashion and electronics, travel and hospitality, health and fitness, entertainment, and financial services on a single platform. Tata Digital was founded in March 2019, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Tata Sons Private Limited.
Job&talent
Series E in 2021
Job&Talent is a leading marketplace for essential work, specializing in matching individuals with companies through its advanced platform. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Madrid, the company utilizes technology to simplify the hiring process, offering services that include messaging, in-application hiring, staffing, and payroll management. This innovative approach leverages big-data matching technology to enhance recruitment efficiency and quality. In 2022, Job&Talent successfully placed over 340,000 workers in more than 2,500 companies, generating €1.9 billion in revenue. Operating in ten countries across Europe, the U.S., and Latin America, Job&Talent is recognized as the highest-valued unicorn in Spain, with a valuation of $2.4 billion and support from prominent investors. The company is committed to expanding its reach and continuing to deliver reliable, flexible work solutions for both job seekers and employers.
Airspan Networks
Post in 2021
Airspan Networks Inc. is a global provider of 4G broadband wireless systems and solutions, headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida. Founded in 1992, the company specializes in delivering high-speed data, voice, and multimedia services across various vertical markets, including smart utilities, transportation, and public safety. Airspan's product portfolio encompasses a range of technologies operating in licensed and unlicensed frequency bands from 700MHz to 6GHz. Their offerings include advanced small cells, pico base stations, and a virtual RAN platform, enabling seamless integration of LTE, WiMAX, Wi-Fi, and VoIP technologies. Airspan's solutions are designed to bridge connectivity gaps and enhance user experiences, with deployments in over 100 countries and a diverse customer base that includes Internet service providers and telecommunications carriers. The company also provides essential services such as network installation, integration, and support to facilitate the effective operation of its systems.
Trendyol
Private Equity Round in 2021
Trendyol is a prominent e-commerce platform based in Istanbul, Turkey, specializing in retailing a diverse array of products, including fashion items for women, children, and men, as well as accessories, cosmetics, and home decorations. Founded in 2010, it has grown to become the largest internet employer in the country, employing around 2,000 individuals. Trendyol's commitment to enhancing the e-commerce experience leverages advanced technology, allowing customers to conveniently purchase products at their convenience. In 2018, the company entered a strategic partnership with Alibaba Group, marking a significant investment in Turkey's internet sector. Through its broad product offerings and user-friendly platform, Trendyol serves a growing customer base in Turkey and the MENA region.
Jellysmack
Series C in 2021
Jellysmack is a global creator company founded in 2016 by Swann Maizil, Robin Sabban, and Michael Philippe. It specializes in supporting content creators by leveraging technology and data to enhance their growth across multiple social media platforms. The company employs advanced artificial intelligence to identify promising creators and assists them in expanding their audience through multi-platform distribution and data-driven content strategies. By providing comprehensive solutions, Jellysmack enables creators to optimize their time, take calculated risks, and maximize their overall value in the competitive landscape of social media content creation.
Trax Technology Solutions Pte Ltd. specializes in providing in-store execution solutions, focusing on image recognition technology that transforms mobile images into actionable insights for the retail sector. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Singapore, Trax serves tier-one manufacturers and channel partners both locally and internationally. Its innovative platform enables sales representatives to access detailed information about product availability, shelf share, pricing, and compliance swiftly through mobile devices. This technology enhances operational efficiency and effectiveness for consumer goods companies. Trax has established itself as a leader in computer vision solutions for the consumer packaged goods industry, partnering with various innovators in IoT technologies to capture retail realities. The company's clientele includes major global brands, and it operates offices across multiple regions, including APAC, Europe, the Middle East, North America, and South America.
Job&talent
Series D in 2021
Job&Talent is a leading marketplace for essential work, specializing in matching individuals with companies through its advanced platform. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Madrid, the company utilizes technology to simplify the hiring process, offering services that include messaging, in-application hiring, staffing, and payroll management. This innovative approach leverages big-data matching technology to enhance recruitment efficiency and quality. In 2022, Job&Talent successfully placed over 340,000 workers in more than 2,500 companies, generating €1.9 billion in revenue. Operating in ten countries across Europe, the U.S., and Latin America, Job&Talent is recognized as the highest-valued unicorn in Spain, with a valuation of $2.4 billion and support from prominent investors. The company is committed to expanding its reach and continuing to deliver reliable, flexible work solutions for both job seekers and employers.
OneWeb
Venture Round in 2021
OneWeb LLC is a telecommunications company that develops a constellation of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites to provide high-speed, low-latency internet access globally. Founded in 2012 and based in McLean, Virginia, OneWeb aims to deliver connectivity solutions for various sectors, including broadband, government, and cellular backhaul. The company's satellite network interlocks to create a comprehensive coverage footprint over the planet, enabling reliable communication for industries that depend on global connectivity, such as aviation, maritime, and automotive. OneWeb began launching its satellite constellation in February 2019 and has planned a total of 648 satellites in its initial network. The company was previously known as WorldVu Satellites Ltd. before rebranding to OneWeb in January 2015.
Full Truck Alliance
Venture Round in 2020
Full Truck Alliance is a Chinese company that operates a platform connecting shippers with truckers to facilitate the transportation of goods over various distances and cargo weights. The company provides comprehensive services to both shippers and truckers through its mobile and web platforms. Its primary source of revenue comes from the use of these platforms for freight matching services, as well as additional value-added services. By streamlining the logistics process, Full Truck Alliance aims to enhance efficiency in freight transportation within the region.
Behavox
Venture Round in 2020
Behavox Ltd. is a London-based company that specializes in compliance surveillance software for the capital markets sector. Established in 2014, Behavox offers an enterprise platform that consolidates various types of employee-generated data into a unified data lake, enabling real-time querying and analysis. Its primary products include Behavox Compliance, which monitors employee activities and assesses risk, and Behavox Voice, a tool for processing and analyzing voice recordings with multi-lingual capabilities. The company's technology leverages machine learning and artificial intelligence to enhance detection algorithms for identifying misconduct, insider threats, and other forms of market abuse. By applying advanced academic research and sophisticated engineering, Behavox aims to provide innovative solutions that improve compliance, corporate culture, and operational competitiveness for large financial institutions. Additionally, the company maintains strategic partnerships to further enhance its offerings.
Skylo Technologies, Inc. is an Internet of Things (IoT) solutions provider that specializes in satellite connectivity for machines, sensors, and devices. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with additional offices in Bengaluru, India, and Tel Aviv, Israel, the company offers a satellite transceiver and IoT hub that enables real-time data transmission from offline sensors to the cloud. Skylo's services cater to various industries, including agriculture, logistics, and disaster management, facilitating applications such as productivity reporting, machine performance monitoring, and enhanced yield through direct sensor measurements. The company operates as a global non-terrestrial network provider, allowing IoT devices to connect directly via satellites and ensuring reliable connectivity even in remote areas lacking traditional cellular infrastructure. Its solutions are designed to deliver actionable intelligence for critical decision-making across multiple sectors.
Fungible, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing hardware and software solutions for cloud data centers. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India, Fungible aims to enhance data movement through innovative technology. The company's core offering includes a low latency, high throughput, and highly programmable chip designed to optimize data flow in data centers. Additionally, Fungible provides full-stack infrastructure software that leverages standard components, protocols, and interfaces, focusing on improving the economics, security, and reliability of cloud data centers to meet evolving infrastructure demands. The founders of Fungible bring substantial experience from the networking, silicon, and software sectors, positioning the company to make a significant impact in the data center industry.
OneWeb
Venture Round in 2019
OneWeb LLC is a telecommunications company that develops a constellation of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites to provide high-speed, low-latency internet access globally. Founded in 2012 and based in McLean, Virginia, OneWeb aims to deliver connectivity solutions for various sectors, including broadband, government, and cellular backhaul. The company's satellite network interlocks to create a comprehensive coverage footprint over the planet, enabling reliable communication for industries that depend on global connectivity, such as aviation, maritime, and automotive. OneWeb began launching its satellite constellation in February 2019 and has planned a total of 648 satellites in its initial network. The company was previously known as WorldVu Satellites Ltd. before rebranding to OneWeb in January 2015.
Tokopedia
Series G in 2018
Tokopedia is an Indonesian technology company established in 2019, aimed at democratizing commerce through digital innovation. It operates an online marketplace that allows individuals and businesses to create and manage their online stores without charge. The platform offers a wide range of products, including fashion accessories, beauty and health items, electronics, food, and toys, serving as a comprehensive e-commerce destination for customers. Tokopedia has successfully reached over 99% of districts in Indonesia, empowering more than 10 million merchants and boasting a user base of over 100 million. The company is committed to fostering a Super Ecosystem that facilitates the discovery and initiation of various commerce activities. To support this vision, Tokopedia collaborates with strategic partners across various sectors, including logistics and financial technology, while providing extensive payment options throughout Indonesia. Its contributions have significantly impacted the Indonesian economy, accounting for more than 1% of its growth.
Tomorrow.io
Series B in 2018
Tomorrow.io operates a weather intelligence platform that delivers real-time, location-specific forecasts tailored to various industries affected by weather conditions. Utilizing advanced technologies such as wireless signals, connected vehicles, satellite communications, and traditional meteorological data, the platform provides accurate and customizable weather information. This enables clients, including notable organizations like the NFL, Uber, and Delta, to enhance operational efficiency, streamline communication, and optimize decision-making processes in response to weather challenges. Tomorrow.io's services are designed to improve productivity and profit margins across diverse sectors, with a presence in North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia.
Mobile Posse
Venture Round in 2018
Mobile Posse, Inc. specializes in mobile content discovery solutions designed to enhance the user experience for wireless carriers and device manufacturers. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, with an additional office in New York, the company offers the Firstly Mobile™ platform, which delivers engaging curated content directly to users' smartphones without the need for traditional search methods. This frictionless approach not only improves consumer engagement but also helps carriers and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) increase advertising revenues. Mobile Posse's offerings include a customer relationship management solution for direct outreach and a web portal that transforms default home pages into profit-generating assets. As of early 2020, the company operates as a subsidiary of Digital Turbine Media, Inc., further solidifying its position in the mobile advertising economy.
Full Truck Alliance
Private Equity Round in 2018
Full Truck Alliance is a Chinese company that operates a platform connecting shippers with truckers to facilitate the transportation of goods over various distances and cargo weights. The company provides comprehensive services to both shippers and truckers through its mobile and web platforms. Its primary source of revenue comes from the use of these platforms for freight matching services, as well as additional value-added services. By streamlining the logistics process, Full Truck Alliance aims to enhance efficiency in freight transportation within the region.
Tokopedia
Series F in 2017
Tokopedia is an Indonesian technology company established in 2019, aimed at democratizing commerce through digital innovation. It operates an online marketplace that allows individuals and businesses to create and manage their online stores without charge. The platform offers a wide range of products, including fashion accessories, beauty and health items, electronics, food, and toys, serving as a comprehensive e-commerce destination for customers. Tokopedia has successfully reached over 99% of districts in Indonesia, empowering more than 10 million merchants and boasting a user base of over 100 million. The company is committed to fostering a Super Ecosystem that facilitates the discovery and initiation of various commerce activities. To support this vision, Tokopedia collaborates with strategic partners across various sectors, including logistics and financial technology, while providing extensive payment options throughout Indonesia. Its contributions have significantly impacted the Indonesian economy, accounting for more than 1% of its growth.
Fortress Investment Group
Acquisition in 2017
Fortress Investment Group, established in 1998, is a global investment management firm headquartered in New York. It specializes in alternative asset management, offering a wide range of investment strategies including private equity, credit, liquid markets, and traditional asset management. Fortress caters to over 1,500 institutional investors and private clients worldwide, leveraging its deep experience and specialized expertise. The firm's diverse portfolio spans various sectors such as commercial products, food and beverages, information technology, financial services, transportation, energy, infrastructure, and healthcare.
OneWeb
Corporate Round in 2016
OneWeb LLC is a telecommunications company that develops a constellation of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites to provide high-speed, low-latency internet access globally. Founded in 2012 and based in McLean, Virginia, OneWeb aims to deliver connectivity solutions for various sectors, including broadband, government, and cellular backhaul. The company's satellite network interlocks to create a comprehensive coverage footprint over the planet, enabling reliable communication for industries that depend on global connectivity, such as aviation, maritime, and automotive. OneWeb began launching its satellite constellation in February 2019 and has planned a total of 648 satellites in its initial network. The company was previously known as WorldVu Satellites Ltd. before rebranding to OneWeb in January 2015.
Tokopedia
Series E in 2014
Tokopedia is an Indonesian technology company established in 2019, aimed at democratizing commerce through digital innovation. It operates an online marketplace that allows individuals and businesses to create and manage their online stores without charge. The platform offers a wide range of products, including fashion accessories, beauty and health items, electronics, food, and toys, serving as a comprehensive e-commerce destination for customers. Tokopedia has successfully reached over 99% of districts in Indonesia, empowering more than 10 million merchants and boasting a user base of over 100 million. The company is committed to fostering a Super Ecosystem that facilitates the discovery and initiation of various commerce activities. To support this vision, Tokopedia collaborates with strategic partners across various sectors, including logistics and financial technology, while providing extensive payment options throughout Indonesia. Its contributions have significantly impacted the Indonesian economy, accounting for more than 1% of its growth.
Celtra Inc. is a creative management platform that offers cloud-based, self-service software for managing the lifecycle of digital advertising. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Celtra serves advertisers, publishers, and businesses globally, with additional offices in New York, San Francisco, London, Ljubljana, and Singapore. The company's flagship product, AdCreator 4, enables agencies and brand leaders to create, distribute, and optimize data-driven display advertising campaigns across various screens, including mobile devices, tablets, and desktops. This platform facilitates large-scale and complex campaigns by streamlining ad creation, performance optimization, and consolidated reporting, ensuring that clients can easily access common metrics across all formats. Celtra operates as a subsidiary of The Unilever Group.
Sprint
Acquisition in 2012
Sprint Corporation was an American telecommunications company that provided a wide range of wireless and wireline communications services to consumers, businesses, and government entities. It was known for its innovative technologies, which included two wireless networks that served nearly 49 million customers at the end of the second quarter of 2009. Sprint offered industry-leading mobile data services, instant national and international push-to-talk capabilities, and a global Tier 1 Internet backbone. On April 1, 2020, Sprint merged with T-Mobile US, marking a significant consolidation in the telecommunications industry.
eAccess
Acquisition in 2012
eAccess is a telecommunication company based in Japan that provides ADSL services to other ISPs.
Mobile Posse
Series C in 2012
Mobile Posse, Inc. specializes in mobile content discovery solutions designed to enhance the user experience for wireless carriers and device manufacturers. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, with an additional office in New York, the company offers the Firstly Mobile™ platform, which delivers engaging curated content directly to users' smartphones without the need for traditional search methods. This frictionless approach not only improves consumer engagement but also helps carriers and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) increase advertising revenues. Mobile Posse's offerings include a customer relationship management solution for direct outreach and a web portal that transforms default home pages into profit-generating assets. As of early 2020, the company operates as a subsidiary of Digital Turbine Media, Inc., further solidifying its position in the mobile advertising economy.
Openet is a global technology company that specializes in Service Optimization Software for communication and media service providers. It offers real-time analytics and insights to telecom companies, empowering them to control, monetize, and gain visibility into service and network usage. Openet's software-based solutions enable operators to create new business models, enhance subscriber experiences, and maximize network resource value as they transition to next-generation technologies like LTE and cloud computing.
Techstars
Venture Round in 2011
Techstars is a global platform that invests in and supports early-stage technology companies. Founded in 2006, it operates a mentorship-driven accelerator program, providing seed funding, intensive mentorship, and access to a network of investors and entrepreneurs. Techstars has programs in various locations worldwide, including Boston, Boulder, New York, Seattle, London, Chicago, and Austin. It invests $118,000 in each company, with $18,000 in seed funding and an optional $100,000 convertible debt note. Techstars also has industry-specific accelerator programs, such as Techstars Retail and Techstars Music, focusing on retail and music technology, respectively. Its portfolio includes over 1,000 companies with a combined market cap of $8.1 billion.
Mobile Posse
Series B in 2007
Mobile Posse, Inc. specializes in mobile content discovery solutions designed to enhance the user experience for wireless carriers and device manufacturers. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, with an additional office in New York, the company offers the Firstly Mobile™ platform, which delivers engaging curated content directly to users' smartphones without the need for traditional search methods. This frictionless approach not only improves consumer engagement but also helps carriers and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) increase advertising revenues. Mobile Posse's offerings include a customer relationship management solution for direct outreach and a web portal that transforms default home pages into profit-generating assets. As of early 2020, the company operates as a subsidiary of Digital Turbine Media, Inc., further solidifying its position in the mobile advertising economy.
Communicado
Series B in 2007
Communicado specializes in providing solutions for managing converged voice and data communication networks that facilitate real-time business communications. The company offers software platforms and management processes designed to help organizations effectively integrate these communication systems. Their offerings include VXTracker, which allows for the management of converged networks in accordance with enterprise standards, and Streamline, which enhances operational efficiency. Communicado's software can be licensed or accessed as a service, catering to both onsite and remote users, ensuring that businesses have the tools necessary for seamless communication and collaboration.
Nellymoser
Series A in 2005
Nellymoser is a provider of software and managed services focused on enhancing mobile connectivity for rich media consumption. The company offers a mobile services platform designed for media companies and network operators, enabling consumers to discover, preview, purchase, create, and share content directly from their mobile devices. By facilitating these interactions, Nellymoser helps streamline the delivery and accessibility of multimedia content to end-users.
Alibaba Group
Series D in 2004
Alibaba Group is the largest online and mobile commerce company globally, primarily known for its extensive e-commerce platforms that connect buyers and sellers. It operates notable marketplaces in China, including Taobao, which focuses on consumer-to-consumer transactions, and Tmall, which caters to business-to-consumer interactions. The company's core business lies in its China commerce retail division, which is a significant source of cash flow. In addition to retail and wholesale transactions, Alibaba also generates revenue from various sectors, including international commerce, local consumer services, cloud computing, digital media and entertainment, and logistics through its Cainiao network. Alibaba's diverse portfolio positions it as a key player across multiple industries, including retail, logistics, and technology.
Comergent Technologies
Series D in 2004
Comergent Technologies is a software company specializing in eBusiness applications tailored for the telecommunications industry. Founded in 1998, the company offers a range of solutions designed to facilitate guided selling, product configuration, order management, pricing, and proposal generation. In addition to these core applications, Comergent Technologies provides services for product and account management, as well as marketing application suites. The company also offers professional services, along with hosting and managed services, to support its software solutions. In 2006, Comergent Technologies was acquired by AT&T, further integrating its offerings into the telecommunications sector.
Broad Daylight
Series C in 2001
Broad Daylight is a software development company based in Santa Clara, California, established in 1997. The company specializes in creating e-service solutions that enhance customer self-service and employee self-help capabilities. By offering innovative software, Broad Daylight helps businesses and government agencies minimize customer support costs while maintaining high service quality. Its solutions empower organizations to provide immediate answers to customer inquiries on their websites, effectively reducing the volume of calls and emails directed to support desks. The company's client roster includes notable organizations such as Cisco Systems, Deluxe Corp., Eastman Kodak Company, Hilton Hotels, Tyco International, and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Atreus Systems
Series B in 2001
Atreus delivers provisioning solutions for a variety of advanced IP services for both the business and consumer markets.
Filefish provides B2B solutions to mobile wireless platforms for e-commuting.
Everest Broadband
Series C in 2001
Everest Broadband is a provider of high-speed internet access and communication services primarily in suburban Kansas City. The company serves over 34,000 subscribers, offering tailored solutions for both commercial and residential properties, including hotels. In addition to internet services, Everest Broadband provides cable television, telephony, and various data access products. The company emphasizes a commitment to customer service and hands-on technical support, ensuring that clients receive personalized assistance. Its offerings also include web hosting and both local and long-distance voice services, positioning Everest as a comprehensive communications provider in its market.
Alibaba Group
Private Equity Round in 2000
Alibaba Group is the largest online and mobile commerce company globally, primarily known for its extensive e-commerce platforms that connect buyers and sellers. It operates notable marketplaces in China, including Taobao, which focuses on consumer-to-consumer transactions, and Tmall, which caters to business-to-consumer interactions. The company's core business lies in its China commerce retail division, which is a significant source of cash flow. In addition to retail and wholesale transactions, Alibaba also generates revenue from various sectors, including international commerce, local consumer services, cloud computing, digital media and entertainment, and logistics through its Cainiao network. Alibaba's diverse portfolio positions it as a key player across multiple industries, including retail, logistics, and technology.
Asia-Net
Venture Round in 2000
Asia-Net K.K. is an internet-based recruitment firm based in Tokyo, Japan, established in 1994. Originally founded as Japan-Net, the company specializes in connecting bilingual and internationally-minded professionals with job opportunities across the Asia-Pacific region. It serves a diverse community of over 140,000 professionals, including Asian nationals and individuals of Asian heritage, as well as those with professional interests in the region. Asia-Net facilitates the recruitment process by posting job advertisements on its website and accepting resumes via email, providing a premier online service for both job seekers and employers in the Asia-Pacific business landscape.
United NL
Venture Round in 2000
United NL is a collocation and web hosting service provider. It also provides SeedBuilding, a network building service, which provides xDSL-based broadband services for family and business use.
eBay Enterprise
Venture Round in 2000
eBay Enterprise is a leading provider of commerce technologies, omnichannel operations and marketing solutions. Our comprehensive and modular solution suite enables the world’s premier brands and retailers to deliver connected consumer experiences across all touchpoints of the entire purchase lifecycle to win with today’s digitally connected consumer.
Terabeam is an American company that designs and manufactures free-space optical transceivers for internet access in downtown areas. Terabeam was founded in 1997 and is located in Kirkland, Washington. As of August 29, 2008, the company operates as subsidiary of Renaissance Electronics & Communications LLC.
Everest Broadband
Series B in 2000
Everest Broadband is a provider of high-speed internet access and communication services primarily in suburban Kansas City. The company serves over 34,000 subscribers, offering tailored solutions for both commercial and residential properties, including hotels. In addition to internet services, Everest Broadband provides cable television, telephony, and various data access products. The company emphasizes a commitment to customer service and hands-on technical support, ensuring that clients receive personalized assistance. Its offerings also include web hosting and both local and long-distance voice services, positioning Everest as a comprehensive communications provider in its market.
Comergent Technologies
Series B in 2000
Comergent Technologies is a software company specializing in eBusiness applications tailored for the telecommunications industry. Founded in 1998, the company offers a range of solutions designed to facilitate guided selling, product configuration, order management, pricing, and proposal generation. In addition to these core applications, Comergent Technologies provides services for product and account management, as well as marketing application suites. The company also offers professional services, along with hosting and managed services, to support its software solutions. In 2006, Comergent Technologies was acquired by AT&T, further integrating its offerings into the telecommunications sector.
Hotvoice.com
Venture Round in 2000
Hotvoice.com is a telecommunications technology services company. The company offers subscription-based unified messaging services in North America, Asia, Europe, Africa, and Latin America. It provides carrier communications solutions integrating wireless email and instant messaging, presence-based call control, and outlook integration for wireless and WAP-enabled devices. The company’s solutions include enterprise-instant communication solutions such as one-to-one and one-to-many; communication services based on individual presence detection and device availability; integration and management of enterprise communication resources such as PBX, wireless devices, corporate messaging, and desktop productivity tools; event- and user preference-driven communications routing; and user-defined update of communication availability and call control via multiple devices. Hotvoice.com was founded in 1997 and is based in Mountain View, California, United States.
Urban Media
Venture Round in 2000
Urban Media is an innovative on-site service provider that offers free broadband access to businesses, enhancing their ability to engage in the internet economy. By implementing a robust broadband network infrastructure, including Fiber-to-the-Floor technology, Urban Media equips buildings with essential e-business services, applications, and content through its UrbanCenter platform. This comprehensive approach allows businesses in Urban Media-enabled buildings to improve their competitive edge in the business-to-business e-commerce landscape. Additionally, the services provided help building owners and managers boost revenue and decrease tenant turnover, creating a mutually beneficial environment for all stakeholders involved.
Alibaba Group
Venture Round in 2000
Alibaba Group is the largest online and mobile commerce company globally, primarily known for its extensive e-commerce platforms that connect buyers and sellers. It operates notable marketplaces in China, including Taobao, which focuses on consumer-to-consumer transactions, and Tmall, which caters to business-to-consumer interactions. The company's core business lies in its China commerce retail division, which is a significant source of cash flow. In addition to retail and wholesale transactions, Alibaba also generates revenue from various sectors, including international commerce, local consumer services, cloud computing, digital media and entertainment, and logistics through its Cainiao network. Alibaba's diverse portfolio positions it as a key player across multiple industries, including retail, logistics, and technology.
Talk City
Series A in 1997
Talk City is a telecommunication services company. It provides online communities and interactive services for businesses and consumers. For businesses, Talk City's services, includes designing integrated customized communities, producing online events, conducting online market research, and facilitating online meetings. The company offers consumers a combination of chat rooms, home pages, web-based clubs, online events, discussion boards, and other community tools. Talk City was founded by Bernard Bernstein and is headquartered in North Andover, Massachusetts.
VeriSign is the sole authorized registry for several prominent generic top-level domains, including .com and .net. The company plays a crucial role in the internet's infrastructure by managing the domain name system and operating two of the world's 13 root servers, which are essential for routing internet traffic. VeriSign oversees the DNS infrastructure for approximately 121 million domain names and handles more than 77 billion internet queries daily. By offering infrastructure assurance services such as Managed DNS and DDoS Protection, VeriSign helps ensure that online businesses remain accessible and secure. The company has refocused its efforts on its core registry business following the sale of its Security Services division in 2018.