# EZchip Semiconductor

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/ezchip-semiconductor

- Industry: Semiconductors
- Headquarters: Yokneam Illit, Israel
- Website: www.ezchip.com
- Total disclosed funding: $50M
- Latest round: Series C (Jul 7, 2005)
- Investors on record: 7

## About

EZchip Semiconductor Ltd. specializes in developing high-performance network processors and related technologies, catering to the demands of modern data centers and networking equipment.Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Yokneam Illit, Israel, EZchip Semiconductor Ltd. designs and develops advanced networking solutions. The company was acquired by Mellanox Technologies in September 2015 for USD 811 million at USD 25.50 per share. The deal was finalized in February 2016, indicating a strategic pivot towards enhancing Mellanox's product offerings with EZchip’s technology. Throughout its history, the firm has engaged in 9 different deals.EZchip Semiconductor Ltd. primarily focuses on high-performance networking processors designed to optimize data transfer and processing in data centers. Their offerings include state-of-the-art network processors that enable efficient handling of data traffic, enhancing the performance and scalability of networking equipment. The company serves a diverse client base requiring robust networking solutions.In 2014, EZchip Semiconductor Ltd. reported a revenue of USD 83.99 mn and an EBITDA of USD 10.63 mn, highlighting the company's financial performance prior to its acquisition.Following its acquisition by Mellanox Technologies, EZchip Semiconductor Ltd. is expected to contribute to the development of new products aimed at improving networking efficiency and performance. The recent acquisition deal, completed in early 2016, positions the company for potential expansion in various geographic markets, enhancing Mellanox’s capabilities in the networking sector.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Jul 7, 2005, $10M — JK&B Capital, STAR Ventures, Tamar Ventures, Goldman Sachs Asset Management, LanOptics
- Series C, Mar 10, 2003, $4.2M — BlueRun Ventures
- Series C, Dec 16, 2002, $14M — JK&B Capital, STAR Ventures, Tamar Ventures, Goldman Sachs Asset Management, LanOptics
- Series B, Oct 18, 2000, $22M — Apax Partners, STAR Ventures, Tamar Ventures, LanOptics

## Investors

- Apax Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/apax-partners) — Series B
- STAR Ventures — Series B, Series C
- Tamar Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/tamar-ventures) — Series B, Series C
- LanOptics — Series B, Series C
- JK&B Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/jk-b-capital) — Series C
- Goldman Sachs Asset Management (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/goldman-sachs-asset-management) — Series C
- BlueRun Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bluerun-ventures) — Series C