Ascend Technology Ventures

A venture capital firm specializing in early to late-stage venture capital investments in various technology sectors.

Venture Capital Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel Est. 1998
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Last updated 2026-07-20
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D Round, E Round, G Round, F Round

About

Ascend Technology Ventures is an Israeli venture capital firm founded in 1998, specializing in early to late-stage venture capital investments. The firm typically invests in communications, internet infrastructure, data networking, information technology, software, semiconductor, and medical devices. They primarily invest in Series A rounds in Israel-based startups. As of May 2009, Ascend Technology Ventures had invested in 10 companies. Their portfolio has seen 2 IPOs and 6 acquisitions, including companies like Can-Fite, Sintec Media, and BitBand.

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Investment activity

5 portfolio exits on record.

Portfolio by sector

Cyber Security3
Industrial Technologies2
Business Software1

Q&A

What are Ascend Technology Ventures' most recent exits?
Ascend Technology Ventures had two exits in 2017: NextNine was acquired by Honeywell for $35M in August 2017, and Operative was acquired by Francisco Partners for $400M in April 2016.
What is Ascend Technology Ventures' sector focus for exits?
Ascend Technology Ventures has seen exits primarily in Cyber Security, with 3 exits, followed by Business Software and Industrial Technologies, each with 1 exit.
Which sectors does Ascend Technology Ventures focus on for investments?
Ascend Technology Ventures has a strong focus on Cyber Security, with 5 investment rounds, and Industrial Technologies, with 4 investment rounds. They also invest in Business Software.
What investment stages does Ascend Technology Ventures typically participate in?
Ascend Technology Ventures specializes in D Round, E Round, G Round, and F Round investments. Historically, they have also participated in A, B, and C rounds.
Who are the key personnel at Ascend Technology Ventures?
The key personnel at Ascend Technology Ventures include Liora Lev, who serves as CEO, and Avner Shelem, a General Partner.
Where is Ascend Technology Ventures headquartered?
Ascend Technology Ventures is headquartered in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel.
When was Ascend Technology Ventures founded?
Ascend Technology Ventures was founded in 1999.
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