# ActLight

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/actlight

- Industry: Semiconductors
- Headquarters: Lausanne, Switzerland
- Website: www.act-light.com
- Total disclosed funding: $1.2M
- Latest round: Series C (May 14, 2019)
- Investors on record: 8

## About

ActLight SA is a technology company that focuses on advanced light sensing solutions, particularly through its Dynamic PhotoDetector (DPD) designed for diverse applications in consumer electronics and healthcare.Founded in 2011 in Lausanne, Switzerland, ActLight SA develops light sensing technology centered on its flagship product, the Dynamic PhotoDetector (DPD). The company has raised a total of CHF 1.200 mn through multiple funding rounds, with the most recent Series B round occurring on March 1, 2023, led by investiere, along with investors NEST and Swisscom Ventures.ActLight specializes in the development of advanced light sensing technology, focusing primarily on its flagship product, the Dynamic PhotoDetector (DPD). This innovative sensor operates on a dynamic principle, allowing for high sensitivity in detecting light, even at the single photon level. The DPD is designed for a variety of applications, including wearable devices, smartphones, and optical data communication, addressing the need for enhanced operational efficiency and resource optimization in these markets. ActLight's technology aims to transform industries by enabling smaller, more efficient devices that offer improved health tracking and connectivity, serving a diverse clientele across Europe, North America, and Asia.ActLight generates revenue primarily through partnerships and licensing agreements related to its Dynamic PhotoDetector technology. These transactions typically occur through business-to-business (B2B) channels, where ActLight collaborates with manufacturers and developers to integrate its sensors into their products. The pricing structure for these agreements is based on licensing fees, which may vary depending on the scope and scale of collaboration. The firm’s revenue model may involve ongoing support and updates for the technology, ensuring that clients maintain optimal performance and integration of the DPD in their applications.ActLight plans to utilize recent funding, including the latest venture funding raised in March 2023, to support its development of new products and expansion into new markets. The company is focusing on enhancing its Dynamic PhotoDetector technology and exploring additional applications across various sectors. Additionally, ActLight aims to penetrate new geographic regions, potentially targeting increased market share in Asia by the end of 2024.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, May 14, 2019 — investiere, Quan Ventures, Swisscom Ventures
- Series B, Dec 1, 2017, $1.2M — investiere, Swisscom Ventures, NEST
- Series A, Jul 10, 2015 — Go-Beyond, Business Angels Suisse, Swisscom Ventures, 3W Ventures, Verve Ventures

## Investors

- Go-Beyond — Series A
- Business Angels Suisse — Series A
- Swisscom Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/swisscom-ventures) — Series A, Series B, Series C
- 3W Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/3w-ventures) — Series A
- Verve Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/verve-ventures) — Series A
- investiere — Series B, Series C
- NEST (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/nest) — Series B
- Quan Ventures — Series C