Samsung Ventures

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Portfolio · 9

TriEye

Short-Wave Infrared Sensing Solutions Enabling Imaging & Ranging Under All Visibility Conditions

1 round $74.0M committed Latest: 2021-11

Wiliot

Battery-free Bluetooth Tags

1 round $30.0M committed Latest: 2019-01

Corephotonics

Dual-camera Imaging Technologies

1 round $15.0M committed Latest: 2017-01

Eko

Interactive Video Solutions

1 round $18.2M committed Latest: 2015-12

Zimperium

Threat Protection for Mobile Devices and Apps

1 round $12.0M committed Latest: 2015-02

EarlySense

Contact-free Continuous Monitoring Solutions

1 round $20.0M committed Latest: 2015-01

Rounds

Social Hangout Platform

1 round $12.0M committed Latest: 2015-01

Mantis Vision

3D Technology for the Mobile World

2 rounds $22.5M committed Latest: 2014-06

Replay Technologies

Free Dimensional Video Technology

1 round Latest: 2014-06

Investment activity

3 portfolio exits on record.

Q&A

What is Samsung Ventures' primary investment focus?

Samsung Ventures, the venture capital arm of Samsung, focuses on backing emerging technology startups pioneering advancements in fields such as AI, semiconductors, and robotics.

Where is Samsung Ventures headquartered and what is its global presence?

Samsung Ventures is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, with a strong presence in major innovation hubs including the United States, Europe, Israel, India, China, and Japan. Its Israeli office is located in Yakum.

Who leads Samsung Ventures' operations in Israel?

Ori Kirshner serves as the Head of Samsung Ventures Israel.

Can you name some of Samsung Ventures' notable portfolio companies?

Samsung Ventures' portfolio includes companies like Wiliot, which has raised $344M for battery-free Bluetooth tags, and TriEye, which has raised $96M for short-wave infrared sensing solutions.

What are some of Samsung Ventures' recent exits?

In January 2019, Samsung Ventures saw Corephotonics, a dual-camera imaging technology company, acquired by Samsung Electronics for $155M. Another notable exit was Replay Technologies, acquired by Intel for $175M in March 2016.

What investment stages does Samsung Ventures typically target?

Samsung Ventures typically targets Pre-Seed, Seed, and A Round investment stages.

Which sectors has Samsung Ventures shown a concentration in for its portfolio companies?

Samsung Ventures has a notable concentration in Media & Entertainment Technologies and Industrial Technologies within its portfolio.

What is the approximate investment range for Samsung Ventures?

Samsung Ventures' investment range is typically between $10M and $74M.