# Dust Networks

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/dust-networks

- Industry: Consumer Products
- Headquarters: Hayward, US
- Website: www.dustnetworks.com
- Total disclosed funding: $46M
- Latest round: Series C (Jul 2, 2007)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

Dust Networks, Inc. specializes in developing advanced wireless communication solutions, focusing on enhancing infrastructure for telecommunications through innovative technologies.Dust Networks, Inc., founded in 2002 in Hayward, US, is dedicated to providing wireless infrastructure solutions. The company experienced a significant transition when it was acquired by Linear Technology in December 2011 for an undisclosed sum. Kristofer Pister is the founder of the company, which has been involved in 6 investment deals. The latest round of funding was a Growth round, raising USD 9.50 mn from investors including Cargill Ventures, Crescendo Ventures, Foundation Capital, and Institutional Venture Partners, bringing the total amount raised to USD 9.50 mn.Dust Networks, Inc. offers wireless infrastructure solutions tailored for telecommunications operators and network equipment manufacturers. Their product lineup includes the advanced 8T8R 400MHz Radio Unit design platform, integrating the ADRV9040 RadioVerse System-on-Chip with features for digital predistortion, crest factor reduction, and channel digital up/down conversion. Additionally, the company provides a complete mmWave front-end signal chain for 5G infrastructure and E-band radio backhaul chipset solutions, addressing the global demand for robust wireless communication systems across North America, Europe, and Asia.Dust Networks, Inc. operates on a business-to-business (B2B) model, generating revenue primarily through direct sales of its advanced wireless solutions to telecommunications operators and network equipment providers. Their offerings, including the ADRV9040 RadioVerse SoC, are integrated into client networks through long-term partnerships and contracts, ensuring tailored pricing structures that reflect the complexity of their technologies.Looking ahead, Dust Networks, Inc. aims to expand its product offerings, with new solutions designed to enhance 5G network capabilities slated for release in the coming years. The company is planning to penetrate additional international markets, particularly targeting regions in Asia and Europe for expansion by 2025. The recent funding of USD 9.50 mn will be utilized to support these product developments and market entry strategies, ensuring the company can meet the evolving demands of the telecommunications sector.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Jul 2, 2007, $17M — Institutional Venture Partners, Cargill Ventures, Crescendo Group
- Series B, Feb 3, 2005, $6.1M — Crescendo Ventures, Institutional Venture Partners, Foundation Capital, Cargill Ventures
- Series B, Dec 2, 2004, $16M — Institutional Venture Partners, Cargill Ventures, Crescendo Group
- Series A, Feb 18, 2004, $7M — Institutional Venture Partners, Foundation Capital, In-Q-Tel

## Investors

- Institutional Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/institutional-venture-partners) — Series A, Series B, Series C
- Foundation Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/foundation-capital) — Series A, Series B
- In-Q-Tel (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/in-q-tel) — Series A
- Cargill Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/cargill-ventures) — Series B, Series C
- Crescendo Group (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/crescendo-group) — Series B, Series C
- Crescendo Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/crescendo-ventures) — Series B