# WiSpry

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

- Industry: Semiconductors
- Headquarters: Irvine, US
- Website: www.wispry.com
- Total disclosed funding: $59M
- Latest round: Series B (Jun 30, 2014)
- Investors on record: 13

## About

WiSpry Inc. develops RF semiconductor technologies, focusing on tunable antenna solutions and MEMS technology to enhance wireless device performance and connectivity.Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Irvine, US, WiSpry specializes in RF semiconductor technologies. The company underwent an acquisition by AAC Technologies Holdings Inc. in May 2015. The founder's history is not publicly documented. WiSpry has successfully completed 12 deals with its latest funding round being a Series B, where it raised USD 8.00 mn from Paladin Capital Group, bringing the total amount raised to USD 8.00 mn and current company valuation to USD 68.68 mn.WiSpry specializes in RF semiconductor technologies, primarily focusing on tunable antenna solutions and MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) technology. Their core product offerings include tunable digital capacitors and tunable RF evaluation kits, designed to enhance the performance of wireless devices by enabling smaller form factors, longer battery life, and improved connectivity. These products facilitate full duplex radio applications, particularly in 5G front-end systems, where both transmission and reception occur at the same frequency. WiSpry's technology serves a diverse range of customers, including major players in the telecommunications and consumer electronics sectors, and targets markets across North America, Europe, and Asia, where the demand for advanced wireless communication solutions is rapidly increasing.WiSpry's revenue stream is derived primarily from B2B transactions, supplying advanced tunable antenna solutions and RF components to OEMs and telecommunications companies through direct sales agreements or partnerships. The company has established a reputation for reliability and innovation, leading to ongoing contracts with clients who require advanced RF solutions. Their flagship products, including tunable digital capacitors and evaluation kits, are provided under structured pricing plans designed to meet the needs of large-scale deployments in the wireless market.Following its acquisition by AAC Technologies Holdings Inc., WiSpry continues to develop new products aimed at enhancing RF technologies for wireless communications, although specific upcoming product launches have not been disclosed. The company is focusing on expanding its market presence in North America, Europe, and Asia by leveraging recent funding to scale operations and enhance product offerings, further supporting businesses in the telecommunications and consumer electronics industries.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Jun 30, 2014, $8M — Paladin Capital Group
- Series C, Sep 21, 2010, $6.5M — American River Ventures, Paladin Capital Group, Shepherd Ventures, Blueprint Ventures, Chart Venture Partners, L Capital Partners
- Series C, Jun 2, 2009, $20M — American River Ventures, Paladin Capital Group, Shepherd Ventures, Blueprint Ventures, Chart Venture Partners, L Capital Partners, Tech Coast Angels, In-Q-Tel, Acadia Woods Partners, Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
- Series B, Feb 5, 2008, $6.8M — American River Ventures, Shepherd Ventures, Blueprint Ventures, L Capital Partners, In-Q-Tel, DOCOMO Innovations, Hotung Investment Holdings
- Series B, Jul 6, 2006, $11M — American River Ventures, Blueprint Ventures, Western Technology Investment, L Capital Partners, Tech Coast Angels, In-Q-Tel, Hotung Investment Holdings
- Series A, Feb 23, 2005, $6.5M — American River Ventures, Shepherd Ventures, Blueprint Ventures

## Investors

- American River Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/american-river-ventures) — Series A, Series B, Series C
- Shepherd Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/shepherd-ventures) — Series A, Series B, Series C
- Blueprint Ventures — Series A, Series B, Series C
- Western Technology Investment (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/western-technology-investment) — Series B
- L Capital Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/l-capital-partners) — Series B, Series C
- Tech Coast Angels — Series B, Series C
- In-Q-Tel (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/in-q-tel) — Series B, Series C
- Hotung Investment Holdings (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/hotung-investment-holdings) — Series B
- DOCOMO Innovations (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/docomo-innovations) — Series B
- Paladin Capital Group (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/paladin-capital-group) — Series C, Series B
- Chart Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/chart-venture-partners) — Series C
- Acadia Woods Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/acadia-woods-partners) — Series C
- Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. — Series C