Philips Ventures

Corporate venture capital arm of Royal Philips investing in early- and growth-stage health technology companies.

Corporate VC Active Amsterdam, Netherlands Est. 1998
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Last updated 2026-07-20
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About

Philips Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of Royal Philips, specializing in early- and growth-stage investments in health technology companies that align with Philips' strategic business goals. The firm invests through various vehicles, including the Philips Health Technology Venture Fund, to support startups in areas like healthcare informatics and digital health services. Beyond capital, it provides portfolio companies with strategic guidance and access to Philips' global network to help them scale and grow. Philips Ventures aims to partner with promising healthcare informatics and health technology services start-up companies to accelerate their growth and extend their reach. The fund is structured as a strategic corporate VC, with returns measured against both financial gains and strategic value in the form of technology integration, pilot programs, or licensing deals. Philips Ventures has hubs in Eindhoven, Cambridge MA, Bangalore, and Shanghai.

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Q&A

What is Philips Ventures' primary focus as an investor?
Philips Ventures operates as a corporate venture capital firm, focusing on strategic investments.
Which sectors has Philips Ventures invested in?
Philips Ventures has invested in sectors such as Health Tech & Life Sciences and Business Software.
Can you name a notable portfolio company in the Health Tech & Life Sciences sector?
Sweetch, an AI-powered hyper-personalized patient engagement platform, is a notable portfolio company in the Health Tech & Life Sciences sector.
What was a significant exit for Philips Ventures?
Philips Ventures had an exit in December 2005 with the acquisition of Mysticom by Transwitch for $5M. Mysticom was a B2B company focused on plug-and-play integrated circuit solutions.
When was Philips Ventures' most recent recorded investment?
Philips Ventures' most recent recorded investment was in February 2019.
What is the typical investment range for Philips Ventures?
Philips Ventures typically invests between $1.5M and $50M.
Where is Philips Ventures headquartered?
Philips Ventures is headquartered in the Netherlands.
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