Pica8 Inc., founded in 2009 and based in Palo Alto, California, develops systems and database management software for networking solutions. The company's key products include AmpCon, a tool for automated switch orchestration, configuration, and management, and PicOS, a network operating system designed for white box switches. Pica8's technology enables the integration of various white box and brite box switches with existing layer-2/layer-3 networks, enhancing scalability through OpenFlow. The company aims to fulfill the promise of true software-defined networking (SDN) by providing open, hardware-independent switching systems that offer greater flexibility, adaptability, and cost savings for cloud and virtualized applications. Pica8 markets its products globally through authorized resellers.
Platina Systems
Series A in 2017
Platina Systems Corp., established in 2014 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, specializes in manufacturing network equipment, primarily switches. The company's core business involves producing high-quality networking hardware designed for efficient data management and transmission within organizational infrastructures.
Plurk Limited is a social networking company based in Taipei, Taiwan, that operates an online platform designed for real-time communication and social interaction. The platform allows users to share short messages, links, and videos, facilitating connections and engagement among its users. With a focus on game mechanics and emoticons, Plurk enhances the user experience by enabling dynamic communication and expression. The service is free, catering to individuals seeking an interactive and engaging way to socialize online.
Triptrotting
Series A in 2012
Triptrotting, Inc. is an innovative travel company that connects travelers with local hosts, specifically catering to university students, alumni, and young professionals. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Pasadena, California, Triptrotting operates an online community that matches users based on shared interests. Its application, "Wist," enhances the travel experience by allowing users to immerse themselves in local cultures, whether exploring their own city or visiting a new destination. By leveraging contextual, personalized, and social data, Triptrotting provides tailored recommendations that help users navigate unfamiliar environments with ease. The company also maintains additional offices in major cities including New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Washington D.C., Boston, and Chicago, further expanding its reach in the travel industry.
Zetera Corporation, founded in 2002 and based in Irvine, California, specializes in developing innovative storage over internetworking protocol technology solutions. The company’s flagship product, Z-SAN®, is a peer-to-peer protocol that facilitates networked storage and software code updates, operating seamlessly within standard IP networks using IP switches and routers. Zetera’s offerings encompass a range of storage solutions, including the NBOD 1100 rackmount system designed for small and medium-sized businesses, as well as Storage Central, which provides high-speed access to digital content like music, photos, and videos. The company's technology also supports storage virtualization, backup without operating system intervention, and addresses diverse market needs from consumer applications to data centers. Additionally, Zetera provides storage management software that enables efficient data allocation and real-time backups for IT professionals and end users alike. By licensing its technology to various manufacturers and selling through distributors in North America, Zetera aims to deliver cost-effective and scalable storage solutions across multiple sectors.
ServGate Technologies
Venture Round in 2004
ServGate Technologies is a U.S.-based company that provides its users with a security platform for protection against destructive attacks. The company’s service portfolio includes firewall, web filtering, virus screening, spam filtering, intrusion prevention, and VPN technologies in one cohesive secure platform.
ServGate Technologies is based in Milpitas, California.
Televoke "connects people to things," by providing an automated web and telephony service platform that enables individuals and enterprises to track and control valuable assets. For the first time ever, businesses and their customers can be proactively notified via phone, pager, or email when a valuable fixed or mobile asset is at risk.
The Televoke service platform can be customized and branded for any partner, and integrated with virtually any enterprise system, hardware device, Global Positioning System (GPS) or other location technology, wireless or wireline network. The fully automated system readily scales to support millions of users while maintaining speed and reliability.
Televoke currently provides its services in the telematics security industry. Future expansion into new markets will include: enterprise fleet and asset management, cellphone, and personal tracking systems.
Founded in 1999 and headquartered in San Francisco, CA, Televoke is a privately held company with investors that include Mobius Venture Capital (previously SOFTBANK Venture Capital), WI Harper Group, and Cardinal Venture Capital.
Televoke "connects people to things," by providing an automated web and telephony service platform that enables individuals and enterprises to track and control valuable assets. For the first time ever, businesses and their customers can be proactively notified via phone, pager, or email when a valuable fixed or mobile asset is at risk.
The Televoke service platform can be customized and branded for any partner, and integrated with virtually any enterprise system, hardware device, Global Positioning System (GPS) or other location technology, wireless or wireline network. The fully automated system readily scales to support millions of users while maintaining speed and reliability.
Televoke currently provides its services in the telematics security industry. Future expansion into new markets will include: enterprise fleet and asset management, cellphone, and personal tracking systems.
Founded in 1999 and headquartered in San Francisco, CA, Televoke is a privately held company with investors that include Mobius Venture Capital (previously SOFTBANK Venture Capital), WI Harper Group, and Cardinal Venture Capital.