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- What is Intel Capital's primary investment focus?
- Intel Capital is an investment firm focused on mergers, acquisitions, and equity investments related to tech start-ups, with investments in cyber, AI, IoT, enterprise software, cloud computing, autonomous vehicles, and 5G.
- When was Intel Capital established and where is it headquartered?
- Intel Capital was established in 1991 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, serving as Intel's global investment arm.
- What is Intel Capital's typical investment stage?
- Intel Capital primarily invests in rounds A and above, while also engaging with entrepreneurs in earlier stages.
- What was a significant recent development regarding Intel Capital's organizational structure?
- In April 2025, Intel announced that Intel Capital would continue to be part of Intel, canceling a previously planned spin-off, as the new CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, emphasized strengthening the balance sheet and reducing leverage.
- How much has Intel Capital invested in Israeli startups as of April 2019?
- As of April 2019, Intel Capital had invested $435 million in 90 Israeli startups.
- Can you name some of Intel Capital's recent investments?
- Recent investments by Intel Capital include Q-Factor ($24M in April 2026) and proteanTecs ($51M in September 2025).
- Which sectors have seen the most investment rounds from Intel Capital?
- According to startupim data, Business Software and Industrial Technologies have seen the most investment rounds from Intel Capital, with 46 and 30 rounds respectively.
- What are some notable exits for Intel Capital's portfolio companies?
- Notable exits include DustPhotonics acquired by Credo Technology Group for $1.3B in April 2026, and Habana Labs acquired by Intel for $2B in December 2019.
- What was the valuation of Kaltura's public offering in July 2021?
- Kaltura had a public offering in July 2021 with a valuation of $1.3 billion, raising $150 million on NASDAQ.