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About Ambiq
Industries
Data & Analytics
Hardware
Consumer Goods
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
Late Stage VC
Total Funding
$297.9M
Headquarters
Austin, Texas
Founded
2010
Overview
Ambiq specializes in creating ultra-low power semiconductor solutions for battery-powered devices, particularly in the Internet of Things (IoT) and wearables sectors. The company develops microcontroller units (MCUs) and system-on-chips (SoCs) that are designed to minimize power consumption, which helps extend the battery life of various products. These products are essential for applications such as gaming, hearables, industrial IoT, smart home devices, and wearables. Ambiq stands out from its competitors by focusing specifically on energy efficiency, allowing its clients to create longer-lasting devices. The company's goal is to provide technology that enhances the performance and longevity of battery-operated devices, while also generating revenue through product sales and technology licensing.
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Recent funding rounds provide financial stability for SPOT™ platform development.
- Partnership with EDBI positions Ambiq to tap into Asia-Pacific semiconductor demand.
- Growing IoT and wearables market increases demand for Ambiq's energy-efficient solutions.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from emerging Asian semiconductor companies threatens market share.
- Rapid technological advancements may outpace Ambiq's current R&D capabilities.
- Supply chain vulnerabilities in semiconductor materials could impact production.
What makes Ambiq unique
- Ambiq specializes in ultra-low-power solutions for battery-powered endpoint devices.
- Their SPOT™ platform significantly reduces power consumption, extending battery life.
- Ambiq's technology licensing model diversifies revenue streams and fosters collaborations.
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Funding
Total Funding
$297.9M
Meets
Industry Average
Funded Over
9 Rounds
Kleiner PerkinsGrowth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↑ 1%1 year growth
↑ 0%2 year growth
↑ 5%$75.00 mm in equity, sold $8.78 mm, 15 investors, D SEC filing by Ambiq Micro on 15 Sep 23, 11:03am
Based in Japan and India. Has led to 1 successful fundraise in Japan. Been working the space of Venture Capital and Private Equity for the last 3 years.
Ambiq Micro, a leader in ultra-low power integrated circuits for power-sensitive applications, today announced that it has closed a $15 million Series C funding round to accelerate the development and marketing of its SPOT™ (Subthreshold Power Optimized Technology) platform. The funding round was led by Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers (KPCB) and was supported by existing investors including Austin Ventures, Mercury Fund, and ARM Holdings. KPCB partner Wen Hsieh will be joining Ambiq Micro’s board.
Ambiq Micro and EDBI also plan to set up an applications centre in Singapore, which will comprise a solutions engineering team.
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About Ambiq
Industries
Data & Analytics
Hardware
Consumer Goods
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
Late Stage VC
Total Funding
$297.9M
Headquarters
Austin, Texas
Founded
2010
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