WI Harper Group

WI Harper Group is a venture capital firm established in 1993 that specializes in early and early expansion investments, primarily within Mainland China, Taiwan, and Silicon Valley. The firm has made over 300 investments and achieved more than 80 exits, managing nine funds with over $1 billion in capital. Its team of 19 investment professionals operates from offices in Beijing, Taipei, and San Francisco. WI Harper Group focuses its investments on technology, clean technology, and healthcare sectors. The firm has a notable track record, having invested in companies such as DivX, Focus Media, Vizio, SiRF, and Commerce One.

Paul Chau

Senior Partner

Cindy Chen

Senior Associate

Joseph Fan

Venture Partner

Eric Fu

Director

Ellen Gao

Principal

Vincent Gao

Principal

Shahi Ghanem

Managing Director

Steven Ho

Venture Partner

Derrick Hsiang

Vice President

Edwin Hsieh

Associate

Winnie Hsu

Partner

Jackson Hu

Venture Partner

Benjamin Hu

Associate

Ted H. Huang

Partner

Charles Jiggs

Venture Partner

James Lee

Venture Partner

Joyce Lee

Principal

Max Leschak

Associate

Dr. Shuai Li

Senior Associate

Norman Liang

Vice President

Calvin Liao

Associate

Johnson Lin

Partner

Edward Liu

Partner

Yong (Ubikr) Liu

Partner

James C. Lu

MD and COO

Jimmy Lu

Managing Director

Sean Peng

Senior Partner

Karsten Popp

Venture Partner

Madeline Song

Senior Partner

Kelvin Sun

Principal

Fred Tsai

Vice President

Yigong Wang

COO

Phoebe Wang

Vice President

Charles Wu

Senior Partner

Harrison Wu

Senior Associate

Wilson Wu

Partner

Dr. Changyong Xia

Managing Director

Forest Xu

Partner

Athena Yang

Associate

Earl Yu

Principal

Fangfang Zhu

Vice President

Y.K. Chu

Managing Director

Past deals in Taiwan

Bitmark

Series B in 2022
Bitmark Inc. develops property system for digital environment. It offers specialized blockchain technology to convert personal data into property that can be sold, licensed, and transferred peer-to-peer. The company’s property system for the digital environment enables individuals to establish ownership claims for personal data akin to how land registrars track land titles or patent offices track patents. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Taipei, Taiwan with additional offices in Cupertino, California; Reykjavík, Iceland; and Đà Nẵng, Vietnam.

KDAN

Series B in 2021
Kdan Mobile Software Ltd. is a software development company established in 2009 and headquartered in Tainan City, Taiwan, with additional offices in Taipei, Huntingdon, Changsha, Beijing, and Tokyo. The company specializes in mobile software applications and online services, offering a range of productivity and creativity tools. Its flagship products include Creativity 365, a comprehensive content creation suite featuring applications like Animation Desk and Write-on Video, and Document 365, which provides document management solutions such as PDF readers and online conversion services. Kdan also offers Kdan Cloud, a collaborative workspace for file management, DottedSign for electronic signatures, and Kdan PDF SDK for developers to handle PDF files across various platforms. Other notable offerings include My Markups for web page annotation and AniZone for video publishing and community interaction. With over 200 million downloads globally, Kdan Mobile serves a diverse customer base, enhancing productivity and creativity through its innovative solutions.

eYs3D Microelectronics

Series A in 2021
eYs3D Microelectronics is a company in 3D image capture designs and solutions. 3D capturing IC, eYs3D’s chief product, is known for its quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. The company also holds a position in the virtual reality market that provides a complete 3D imaging solution featuring low latency which is an aspect that is both rare and crucial to the success of a good virtual reality experience. eYs3D Microelectronics was founded in January 2016 and is based in Taipei, Taiwan.

EMQ

Series B in 2020
Headquartered in Hong Kong, EMQ is a financial technology startup that is building a financial network across Asia with a focus on remittance. With a footprint across Hong Kong, Taiwan, Indonesia, Vietnam and the Philippines, the company partners with financial institutions and other strategic partners in each country to enable and settle cross-border remittance via banks and various modes for top-up and cash pickup. The company received its Money Service Operator license from the Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department in September 2014 and its Fund Transfer Operator license from Bank Indonesia in March 2017.

NextDrive

Series B in 2020
NextDrive Co. specializes in developing Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for smart homes and energy management. Founded in 2013 and based in Taipei, Taiwan, the company produces a range of hardware products including wireless network electronics, sensors, and smart security devices such as the NextDrive Plug, Cube, Motion Pixi, and Thermo Pixi. In addition to its hardware offerings, NextDrive provides software solutions, notably the NextDrive Connect App, which enhances the functionality of its devices. The company focuses on creating innovative IoT products that improve energy management for individuals, corporations, and industries, thereby empowering consumers with greater control over their energy usage.

Bitmark

Series A in 2019
Bitmark Inc. develops property system for digital environment. It offers specialized blockchain technology to convert personal data into property that can be sold, licensed, and transferred peer-to-peer. The company’s property system for the digital environment enables individuals to establish ownership claims for personal data akin to how land registrars track land titles or patent offices track patents. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Taipei, Taiwan with additional offices in Cupertino, California; Reykjavík, Iceland; and Đà Nẵng, Vietnam.

XREX

Seed Round in 2019
XREX Inc. provides blockchain services. It offers XREX Crypto Services (XCS), a stack of PaaS and SaaS offerings for organizations that are building and running crypto markets (spots, futures, options), market-making, banking, custodial services, wallets, clearance and settlement proxies, payment gateways, value transmission services, and decentralized applications. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in Taipei, Taiwan.was founded in 2019 and is based in Taipei, Taiwan.

KDAN

Series A in 2018
Kdan Mobile Software Ltd. is a software development company established in 2009 and headquartered in Tainan City, Taiwan, with additional offices in Taipei, Huntingdon, Changsha, Beijing, and Tokyo. The company specializes in mobile software applications and online services, offering a range of productivity and creativity tools. Its flagship products include Creativity 365, a comprehensive content creation suite featuring applications like Animation Desk and Write-on Video, and Document 365, which provides document management solutions such as PDF readers and online conversion services. Kdan also offers Kdan Cloud, a collaborative workspace for file management, DottedSign for electronic signatures, and Kdan PDF SDK for developers to handle PDF files across various platforms. Other notable offerings include My Markups for web page annotation and AniZone for video publishing and community interaction. With over 200 million downloads globally, Kdan Mobile serves a diverse customer base, enhancing productivity and creativity through its innovative solutions.

Space Cycle

Series B in 2018
Space Group was established in 2005, SPACE YOGA is the group's first brand, creating a yoga tide in Taiwan.SpaceCycle, a new brand of music for the soul, has upgraded the latest sports trends in the world and introduced it to Taiwan. It is the first brand in Taiwan that combines space with music, fashion, sports and social activities.

Aeolus Robotics

Seed Round in 2018
Aeolus Robotics Corporation designs, manufactures, processes, and sells artificial intelligence (AI) enabled service robots for domestic tasks. The company offers in-home robot, Aeolus Robot, which learns, navigates, and completes tasks. It also develops a robot as a service (RaaS) platform for robots management. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in San Francisco, California. It has additional offices in Taiwan, Poland, Austria, and the United States.

Wishing Software

Venture Round in 2018
Wishing Software is a company that specializes in environmental security management solutions through its SaaS ESH management software. This software provides essential information services centered on environment, health, and sustainability, allowing businesses to effectively monitor production progress and enhance safety performance while minimizing costs. The company's mission is to empower enterprises in achieving legal compliance, mitigating risks, ensuring labor safety, and promoting social responsibility.

H2, Inc.

Series B in 2017
H2, Inc. is a company that specializes in health management solutions through its cloud-based platform, which enables users to monitor and manage blood glucose levels. The company provides a mobile application that facilitates patients in tracking their blood sugar readings and related activities. This platform also allows healthcare professionals to access real-time data on patients' blood glucose levels. Additionally, H2, Inc. offers a smart cable that connects traditional glucose meters to smartphones, enhancing the data synchronization process. Founded in 2013, the company is headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, and markets its products through online retailers in Taiwan and the United States.

HowLiving

Seed Round in 2017
HowLiving is a Taiwanese cooking video content platform that focuses on quick cooking, hand baking, and parent-child food. HowLiving vertically integrates audio-visual content websites, social media, and e-commerce platforms. HowLiving was founded in 2015 by Xie Kai Ting, a well-known culinary researcher at Silicon Valley Delicious Wife.

Kapito

Seed Round in 2017
Fastable = Fast + Stable solution for detecting defects by AI, helping manufacturers save cost and improve quality.

Glassbox

Series A in 2017
Glassbox Technologies, founded in 2016 by veterans from the fields of visual effects, virtual reality, and gaming, specializes in innovative virtual production tools tailored for modern content creators. The company offers a platform designed for real-time production in various media formats, including feature films, episodic television, animation, games, and virtual reality experiences. Its tools facilitate virtual cameras, real-time change management, and real-time facial animation, allowing entertainment professionals to visualize performances with the immediacy of live-action. With a global presence that includes offices in Los Angeles, Australia, Germany, Taiwan, and China, Glassbox serves a diverse range of clients, from independent creators to major VFX facilities.

Appier

Series B in 2016
Appier Inc. is a technology company that specializes in artificial intelligence solutions to enhance customer engagement for enterprises. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, Appier offers a range of AI-driven products, including Aideal, which aids in accelerating purchase decisions; AIQUA, a platform for proactive customer engagement based on user behavior; AIXON, a data science platform that enriches customer data for better audience insights and predictive modeling; and CrossX, an AI-powered advertising solution designed for optimal campaign performance. The company serves approximately 1,000 global brands and agencies, facilitating real-time bidding, programmatic media buying, and deep learning capabilities to help businesses target and retain customers effectively. Appier operates in 14 markets across Asia, including major cities such as Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo, and Sydney.

Bitmark

Seed Round in 2016
Bitmark Inc. develops property system for digital environment. It offers specialized blockchain technology to convert personal data into property that can be sold, licensed, and transferred peer-to-peer. The company’s property system for the digital environment enables individuals to establish ownership claims for personal data akin to how land registrars track land titles or patent offices track patents. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Taipei, Taiwan with additional offices in Cupertino, California; Reykjavík, Iceland; and Đà Nẵng, Vietnam.

iStaging

Seed Round in 2016
iStaging Corp., an augmented and virtual reality technology company, operates a platform that enables users to create virtual tours with their smartphones. Its platform provides live tour, service partners, and 720° panorama shooting services. The company is based in Taipei City, Taiwan with locations in Shanghai, Fuzhou Shi, and Beijing, China; San Francisco, California; and Paris, France.

H2, Inc.

Series A in 2016
H2, Inc. is a company that specializes in health management solutions through its cloud-based platform, which enables users to monitor and manage blood glucose levels. The company provides a mobile application that facilitates patients in tracking their blood sugar readings and related activities. This platform also allows healthcare professionals to access real-time data on patients' blood glucose levels. Additionally, H2, Inc. offers a smart cable that connects traditional glucose meters to smartphones, enhancing the data synchronization process. Founded in 2013, the company is headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, and markets its products through online retailers in Taiwan and the United States.

Amwise Diagnostic

Series A in 2016
Amwise Diagnostics PTE. LTD. develops technology for precision medicine for cancer. The company offers technology products and services to expand medical services to enable physicians to find personalized treatment strategy. Amwise Diagnostics PTE. LTD. was founded in 2015 and is based in Taipei, Taiwan.

HWTrek

Series A in 2015
HWTrek Corp. operates a cloud-based platform designed for hardware innovators, including startups, crowdfunding creators, and small to medium-sized companies. Founded in 1995 and based in Taipei, Taiwan, HWTrek's Project Development Hub aids users in planning, developing, and launching hardware projects. The platform facilitates product development management and connects users with manufacturing and supply chain experts, creating a tailored management flow for each project. By fostering collaboration within its ecosystem of industry partners, HWTrek ensures that innovators receive optimal support and guidance, helping them navigate the complexities of bringing new hardware products to market efficiently and effectively. This approach aims to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget.

Tripresso

Seed Round in 2015
Tripresso is an online travel agent (OTA) mainly focus on package tour products. It started off by offering an online marketplace for package tour suppliers such as Lions Travel and Richmond, and it also builds a simple search engine for end customers to find suitable products. After that, it expands the product scope to hotels, flight tickets, and customized travel plans for outbound travel. In 2018, Tripresso launched a proprietary software-as-a-service (SaaS) system, TripSaaS, which allows brick-and-mortar travel agencies to manage websites, list products, and manage orders and customer relationships to enhance operational efficiency. The company was founded in 2013 in Taipei, Taiwan.

R+W Studios

Venture Round in 2014
R+W is a software creation studio.

Senhwa Biosciences

Series B in 2013
Senhwa Biosciences, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative cancer therapies. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New Taipei City, Taiwan, the company is advancing several drug candidates through clinical trials. Notably, CX-4945 is undergoing phase I/II trials for cholangiocarcinoma in combination with gemcitabine and cisplatin, while CX-5461 is being tested in phase I studies for advanced hematologic malignancies and solid tumors, including breast cancer. Additionally, CX-4945 is involved in trials for advanced basal cell carcinoma and recurrent SHH medulloblastoma through pediatric brain tumor consortium studies. Senhwa Biosciences aims to identify and develop therapies that have the potential to significantly enhance treatment outcomes for patients, focusing on underexploited targets that could improve the standard of care.

Plurk

Series A in 2013
Plurk Limited operates as a social networking company. The company is based in Taipei, Taiwan.

R+W Studios

Series A in 2013
R+W is a software creation studio.

SNSplus

Venture Round in 2011
SNSplus is an online game development company. SNSplus established the GAMAGIC platform. The company does not only limit itself to the areas where game users can enjoy themselves. It also will expand up to mobile games and creative world in the internet while employees are able to constantly experience lots of fun through the newly created areas from the creative world.

SNSplus

Series A in 2011
SNSplus is an online game development company. SNSplus established the GAMAGIC platform. The company does not only limit itself to the areas where game users can enjoy themselves. It also will expand up to mobile games and creative world in the internet while employees are able to constantly experience lots of fun through the newly created areas from the creative world.

XPEC Entertainment

Venture Round in 2002
XPEC Entertainment Inc. operates as a game developer worldwide. The company develops cross-platform console games, PC online games, browser games, and mobile games. It also engages in the design and the production of game related art content; and investment activity. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in New Taipei City, Taiwan.