Kuang-Chi GCI Fund

An international innovation fund based in Israel, established by Chinese technology conglomerate Kuang-Chi, investing in early to mid-stage Israeli and global companies.

Corporate VC Tel Aviv, Israel Est. 2016
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Last updated 2026-07-20
Portfolio
1
in our dataset
Rounds participated
1
Rounds led
0
Rounds' value
$5.2M
total disclosed, rounds participated
Stages
A Round

About

Kuang-Chi GCI Fund is an international innovation fund established by the Chinese technology conglomerate Kuang-Chi. It is based in Israel and focuses on investing in early to mid-stage Israeli and global companies, combining investment with incubation by Kuang-Chi. The fund is part of Kuang-Chi's Global Community of Innovation initiative, which aims to provide its portfolio companies with corporate resources such as sales, marketing, technology collaboration, and joint development. The fund targets companies in fields such as biometrics, communications, robotics, augmented reality, smart city/smart home, IoT, and artificial intelligence.

Portfolio · 1

Beyond Verbal Communication
Voice-enabled AI Solutions for Optimizing Healthcare
1 round $5.2M committed Latest: 2016-09

Investment activity

2 portfolio exits on record.

Portfolio by sector

Aerospace, Defense & HLS1
Automotive & Mobility Technologies1
Health Tech & Life Sciences1

Funds · 2

  • 2 — $250M Jan 2017
  • 1 — $50M May 2016

Q&A

What is Kuang-Chi GCI Fund's primary investment focus?
Kuang-Chi GCI Fund operates in several high-tech industries, including aerospace, communications, smart cities, and materials science, with an objective to foster a global community of innovation.
When was Kuang-Chi GCI Fund founded?
Kuang-Chi GCI Fund was founded in 2016 by five Chinese scientists and innovators.
What is Kuang-Chi GCI Fund's typical investment stage?
Kuang-Chi GCI Fund primarily invests in A Round companies.
Can you name some of Kuang-Chi GCI Fund's notable portfolio companies?
Kuang-Chi GCI Fund's portfolio includes Agent Video Intelligence, which provides comprehensive video analytics solutions.
What was a recent exit for Kuang-Chi GCI Fund?
In November 2021, Kuang-Chi GCI Fund saw an exit with Cipia Vision (formerly Eyesight) going public on the TASE at a valuation of $112M.
Has Kuang-Chi GCI Fund had any other exits recently?
Yes, in September 2021, Agent Video Intelligence, a portfolio company, was acquired by Irisity AB for $67.5M.
What funds has Kuang-Chi GCI Fund raised?
Kuang-Chi GCI Fund raised Fund 1 for $50M in May 2016 and Fund 2 for $250M in January 2017.
Who is a key team member at Kuang-Chi GCI Fund?
Dorian Barak serves as a Managing Partner at Kuang-Chi GCI Fund.
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