# Extreme DA

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/extreme-da

- Industry: Semiconductors
- Headquarters: Santa Clara, US
- Website: www.extreme-da.com
- Total disclosed funding: $7.6M
- Latest round: Series B (Feb 16, 2007)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Extreme DA provides advanced electronic design automation solutions, focusing on improving semiconductor design and verification processes to enhance efficiency and performance across various tech sectors.Extreme DA specializes in electronic design automation (EDA) solutions. Founded in 2003 in Santa Clara, US, the company has executed 2 deals with its most recent deal occurring on October 7, 2011. In that year, Synopsys, Inc. acquired Extreme DA, though financial terms were not disclosed. The company’s founder has a history of involvement in technology ventures but specific details about prior ventures are not provided.Extreme DA offers a suite of electronic design automation solutions aimed at streamlining semiconductor design and verification. Their core products include silicon-proven semiconductor IP solutions for system-on-chip (SoC) designs, hardware-assisted verification tools, and virtualization solutions. These offerings address critical challenges in sectors such as AI chip development, automotive innovation, and data center optimization, serving a diverse clientele across North America, Europe, and Asia.The revenue model of Extreme DA is centered on subscription-based services and licenses for its software and IP products. Clients typically engage in annual or multi-year licenses that grant unlimited access to EDA tools and semiconductor IP offerings. Collaborative innovations with major semiconductor companies further enhance revenue, supported by transactions related to flagship products focused on AI chip development and system verification.The strategy for future growth includes pursuing the design and launch of new products to address emerging market needs, particularly in AI and automotive sectors. The funding from the Series B round, amounting to USD 7.57 mn, will support these initiatives. Additionally, the company plans to expand its reach into new geographic markets, aiming for entry into specific regions by late 2023.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Feb 16, 2007, $7.6M — Foundation Capital, Lanza Tech Ventures, IT-Farm Corp.

## Investors

- Foundation Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/foundation-capital) — Series B
- Lanza Tech Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/lanza-tech-ventures) — Series B
- IT-Farm Corp. — Series B