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Qualcomm Ventures
Qualcomm Ventures deploys capital from its parent into early-stage wireless and technology companies.
Qualcomm Ventures
Qualcomm Ventures was established in 2000 as the venture capital arm of Qualcomm. It operates from the parent company's San Diego headquarters and focuses on early-stage investments. The firm pursues early-stage, seed and growth opportunities in semiconductors, software, hardware and telecoms. It has backed companies in the United States and India. In 2015 it formed dRx Capital with Novartis Venture Funds to invest in digital health. Positions are taken directly rather than through fund commitments. The firm lists no disclosed AUM figure beyond the 2000 figure carried in research records and maintains no additional offices. No recent operational events from the last 24 months appear in available sources. Qualcomm Ventures functions as a corporate venture unit rather than an independent manager. Its mandate ties investment decisions to the strategic priorities of the parent semiconductor business.
General information
Firm type
Venture Capital
Year founded
2000
AUM
2000 (Altss estimate)
Location
Region
Asia
Country
United States
City
San Diego
Corporate office
5775 Morehouse Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Qualcomm Ventures?
No named principals or investment committee members are disclosed in available sources.
Does Qualcomm Ventures participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
The firm takes direct positions in portfolio companies rather than committing to external funds.
What investment stages does Qualcomm Ventures typically target?
The firm targets early-stage, seed and growth opportunities.
Which sectors does Qualcomm Ventures focus on?
Focus areas include semiconductors, software, hardware, telecoms and internet infrastructure.
How is Qualcomm Ventures related to its parent company?
It operates as the venture capital arm of Qualcomm and aligns investments with the parent's strategic interests.
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