SOSV

SOSV is a global venture capital firm that supports early-stage startups through active, founder-first development programs. Its flagship initiatives HAX and IndieBio provide facilities, engineering resources, services, and laboratory equipment to accelerate product development and prepare companies for subsequent funding rounds. SOSV focuses on deep technology across health, environmental, and cross-border software sectors, aiming to solve human and planetary health challenges. In addition to providing capital, the firm emphasizes intensive programmatic support to help portfolio companies move quickly from seed toward growth, including customer acquisition and scale. The firm operates globally with a bias toward startups targeting rapid international expansion, especially in Asia, and tends to back a small cohort of high-potential companies to accelerate their progress and attract leading investors.

Michael Aberman

Partner

Lindsay Atkenson

Analyst

William Bao Bean

General Partner

Hugh Bowen

Associate

Shawn Broderick

Venture Partner

Past deals in Telecommunications

Mesh++

Seed Round in 2024
Mesh++ develops solar-powered routers designed for wireless communication networks. Their routers utilize mobile processing power to deliver high-speed WiFi connections across vast areas outdoors and in public places, eliminating the need for cable laying and providing affordable internet access.

Care Constitution

Seed Round in 2023
Care Constitution operates a telehealth platform that facilitates remote medical consultations. It uses AI to analyze sound and images during virtual appointments, generating real-time clinical data and automated assessments for healthcare providers.

Mesh++

Convertible Note in 2023
Mesh++ develops solar-powered routers designed for wireless communication networks. Their routers utilize mobile processing power to deliver high-speed WiFi connections across vast areas outdoors and in public places, eliminating the need for cable laying and providing affordable internet access.

Bounty Media

Seed Round in 2022
Headquartered in Singapore, Bounty Media connects consumers across Southeast Asia with brands via its transparent consumer data-sharing platform. It partners with leading service providers to reach hundreds of millions of users, enabling brands to engage directly with their target audiences while respecting privacy and obtaining explicit consent.

Bonton Connect

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Bonton Connect is a WiFi sharing network based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, founded in 2019. The company aims to reduce the cost of mobile internet access for users by developing a network software platform that facilitates Wi-Fi sharing. Through its innovative connectivity technology and embedded software, Bonton enables users to share their Wi-Fi connections. Clients can access the internet affordably using a single application that not only allows them to share their own Wi-Fi but also connects them to available shared networks. This approach promotes greater accessibility to internet services for a broader audience.

Mesh++

Venture Round in 2021
Mesh++ develops solar-powered routers designed for wireless communication networks. Their routers utilize mobile processing power to deliver high-speed WiFi connections across vast areas outdoors and in public places, eliminating the need for cable laying and providing affordable internet access.

Mesh++

Seed Round in 2021
Mesh++ develops solar-powered routers designed for wireless communication networks. Their routers utilize mobile processing power to deliver high-speed WiFi connections across vast areas outdoors and in public places, eliminating the need for cable laying and providing affordable internet access.

XXICO

Seed Round in 2021
XXICO is a platform consisting of devices and software that enable remote health monitoring.

Bounty Media

Seed Round in 2021
Headquartered in Singapore, Bounty Media connects consumers across Southeast Asia with brands via its transparent consumer data-sharing platform. It partners with leading service providers to reach hundreds of millions of users, enabling brands to engage directly with their target audiences while respecting privacy and obtaining explicit consent.

Bounty Media

Convertible Note in 2021
Headquartered in Singapore, Bounty Media connects consumers across Southeast Asia with brands via its transparent consumer data-sharing platform. It partners with leading service providers to reach hundreds of millions of users, enabling brands to engage directly with their target audiences while respecting privacy and obtaining explicit consent.

Mesh++

Convertible Note in 2020
Mesh++ develops solar-powered routers designed for wireless communication networks. Their routers utilize mobile processing power to deliver high-speed WiFi connections across vast areas outdoors and in public places, eliminating the need for cable laying and providing affordable internet access.

Vani

Seed Round in 2020
Vani is a developer of innovative voice assistant technology that enables users to manage their daily calls through voice commands. The platform allows for customizable commands, such as greetings and responses, enhancing user interaction while keeping hands free, particularly useful in situations like driving. Vani can announce the caller's name and utilizes voice recognition to allow users to answer or reject calls without needing to touch their devices. This technology aims to simplify communication and ensure users remain connected with important contacts, thereby improving overall efficiency and convenience in daily interactions.

Mesh++

Seed Round in 2019
Mesh++ develops solar-powered routers designed for wireless communication networks. Their routers utilize mobile processing power to deliver high-speed WiFi connections across vast areas outdoors and in public places, eliminating the need for cable laying and providing affordable internet access.

Evain

Seed Round in 2018
Evain is a technology company based in Gwangju, South Korea, specializing in the development of mobile applications focused on electronic newspapers and spam number search. The company creates artificial intelligence applications aimed at improving individual lives through collective intelligence. Its product offerings include a survey system, spam judgment AI, and spam blocking software, which help users avoid voice phishing and unwanted calls. By combining professional IT skills with innovative solutions, Evain seeks to address modern challenges in communication and information access.

Mesh++

Seed Round in 2018
Mesh++ develops solar-powered routers designed for wireless communication networks. Their routers utilize mobile processing power to deliver high-speed WiFi connections across vast areas outdoors and in public places, eliminating the need for cable laying and providing affordable internet access.

Mesh++

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Mesh++ develops solar-powered routers designed for wireless communication networks. Their routers utilize mobile processing power to deliver high-speed WiFi connections across vast areas outdoors and in public places, eliminating the need for cable laying and providing affordable internet access.

MediStar Health

Seed Round in 2017
MediStar Health offers Chinese cancer patients real-time, virtual consultations with top, US cancer specialists. They strive to make careful examination of patient condition more accessible, to avoid major challenges such as misdiagnosis and overtreatment in the Chinese healthcare system.

Speedy Packets

Convertible Note in 2016
Speedy Packets, Inc. is a technology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in cloud-based software solutions aimed at optimizing internet performance. Founded in 2013, the company has developed a unique, patent-pending technology that enhances TCP performance across various types of connections, including fiber, DSL, wireless, and satellite networks. By applying innovative coding techniques to blocks of TCP packets, Speedy Packets' software effectively reduces packet loss and the need for retransmission requests, resulting in significant improvements in overall throughput and internet speed. This advancement allows businesses, service providers, and individual users to enjoy a more reliable and high-quality online experience, facilitating seamless streaming, file transfers, and content sharing.

Neo Network Development

Convertible Note in 2016
Neo Network Development, established in 2013, specializes in designing, deploying, and managing wireless network infrastructure. They focus on small cell, Distributed Antenna System (DAS), and heterogeneous network architectures. Neo also excels in acquiring and managing real estate for telecommunication and wireless carrier use. Their services include professional consulting, project management, network design, engineering, construction, and integration. Neo's platform aims to simplify site acquisition, enabling clients to build robust fiber optic networks under the Open Access program.

Light

Convertible Note in 2016
Light Phone, Inc. is a company that specializes in designing, manufacturing, and selling mobile phones, along with offering service plans and SIM cards. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, the company aims to provide a more focused mobile experience through its product, the Light Phone II. This phone is designed to deliver essential communication features while minimizing distractions from social media, news, and email. By prioritizing utility and peace of mind, Light Phone seeks to redefine mobile technology for users who want to reduce digital clutter in their lives.

Speedy Packets

Convertible Note in 2016
Speedy Packets, Inc. is a technology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in cloud-based software solutions aimed at optimizing internet performance. Founded in 2013, the company has developed a unique, patent-pending technology that enhances TCP performance across various types of connections, including fiber, DSL, wireless, and satellite networks. By applying innovative coding techniques to blocks of TCP packets, Speedy Packets' software effectively reduces packet loss and the need for retransmission requests, resulting in significant improvements in overall throughput and internet speed. This advancement allows businesses, service providers, and individual users to enjoy a more reliable and high-quality online experience, facilitating seamless streaming, file transfers, and content sharing.

Speedy Packets

Venture Round in 2015
Speedy Packets, Inc. is a technology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in cloud-based software solutions aimed at optimizing internet performance. Founded in 2013, the company has developed a unique, patent-pending technology that enhances TCP performance across various types of connections, including fiber, DSL, wireless, and satellite networks. By applying innovative coding techniques to blocks of TCP packets, Speedy Packets' software effectively reduces packet loss and the need for retransmission requests, resulting in significant improvements in overall throughput and internet speed. This advancement allows businesses, service providers, and individual users to enjoy a more reliable and high-quality online experience, facilitating seamless streaming, file transfers, and content sharing.

Invigo

Seed Round in 2013
Invigo is a telecommunications services provider focused on enhancing the mobile experience for users and operators alike. Founded by a team with over 15 years of international experience in mobile operations, Invigo specializes in designing, developing, and marketing value-added telecommunications products and services tailored to meet the needs of mobile operators. The company's innovative solutions enable real-time management of smartphones, allowing operators to diagnose and address handset issues remotely, manage software applications, and detect fraud. By offering personalized and cost-effective solutions, Invigo aims to be a trusted partner for mobile operators, improving network efficiency and user satisfaction.

Multipath Networks

Venture Round in 2012
Multi-path Networks provides high-speed internet service Chilton County, Alabama.

Multipath Networks

Seed Round in 2012
Multi-path Networks provides high-speed internet service Chilton County, Alabama.

Arris Group

Venture Round in 1995
Arris Group, a global communications technology company, specializes in providing integrated broadband network solutions for cable system operators and Multiple System Operators (MSOs). With a focus on IP, video, and broadband technology, Arris works closely with customers to enhance entertainment and communication experiences worldwide. Known for their innovative solutions, including digital TV and wireless broadband gateways, Arris is dedicated to meeting present challenges and preparing for future advancements in personalized, Ultra HD, multiscreen, and cloud services. By collaborating with customers, Arris continues to address the evolving needs of 21st-century communications, driving innovation and shaping the future of the industry.

Evain

Evain is a technology company based in Gwangju, South Korea, specializing in the development of mobile applications focused on electronic newspapers and spam number search. The company creates artificial intelligence applications aimed at improving individual lives through collective intelligence. Its product offerings include a survey system, spam judgment AI, and spam blocking software, which help users avoid voice phishing and unwanted calls. By combining professional IT skills with innovative solutions, Evain seeks to address modern challenges in communication and information access.
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