HVVi Semiconductors has created the world’s first high–frequency, high-voltage vertical field effect transistor (HVVFET™), effectively redefining the architecture for state-of-the-art RF power transistors. HVVi has enjoyed tremendous market momentum since its inception in 2004. With financial endorsement from venture capitalists Mobius Venture Capital and Advanced Technology Ventures, a strategic manufacturing partnership with a leading semiconductor heavyweight, and a strong reseller partner in Richardson Electronics, the company will launch the HVVFET™ before the end of 2007.

Nanostellar, Inc., is a Redwood City-based Application Specific Nano Materials company that has 40 man-years of experience combining the use of advanced computational methods and proprietary synthesis techniques for the Rational Design and production of various nano-alloys with tailored properties for emissions control. These alloys use non-hazardous materials that are considered to be environmentally safe for emissions control purposes. The company plans to broaden the scope of their activities to include work on clean energy technologies such as catalyst materials for fuel-cells and Gas-to-Liquid/Coal-to-Liquid applications, and energy efficiency technologies in the field of display materials such as transparent conductors, phosphors, and color filters. Nanostellar is privately held, backed by premier investors including 3i, Monitor Ventures, Firelake Capital Management LLC and AsiaTech Management.

Vobile is a leading provider of video content identification and management services. Its core VideoDNA(TM) technology enables fully automated identification, tracking and management of any video content with high performance, accuracy and scalability. Founded in 2005, the company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.