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Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam

Description

Philips Ventures is the dedicated corporate venture capital arm of Royal Philips, a global leader in health technology. Established to strategically invest in and partner with innovative health technology companies, Philips Ventures plays a crucial role in advancing Philips' mission to improve people's health and well-being through meaningful innovation. The fund operates with a clear mandate to identify and support startups that align with Philips' core business segments and future growth areas, providing not only capital but also strategic guidance and access to Philips' extensive global network, market expertise, and technological resources. This collaborative approach aims to accelerate the development and adoption of breakthrough solutions in healthcare.

The investment focus of Philips Ventures is primarily on early to growth-stage companies within the HealthTech sector. Their key areas of interest include digital health, precision diagnosis, connected care solutions, and personal health technologies. This broad yet focused scope allows them to engage with a diverse range of innovations, from AI-powered diagnostic tools and remote patient monitoring platforms to consumer-facing health applications. As an active investor, Philips Ventures seeks to build long-term relationships with its portfolio companies, leveraging Philips' deep industry knowledge and R&D capabilities to help these ventures scale and achieve their full potential.

Philips Ventures typically participates in funding rounds ranging from Series A to Series C, with their individual check sizes varying based on the stage and specific needs of the investee company. While specific first check sizes can fluctuate, their investments often fall within the multi-million dollar range. For instance, Philips Ventures led a $20 million Series B funding round for Biobeat, a remote patient monitoring company, in 2021, demonstrating their capacity for significant lead investments. They have also participated in numerous Series A rounds, such as a $15 million Series A for Amplify Health in 2022, indicating their engagement with earlier-stage opportunities. With over 60 investments to date and a portfolio that includes companies like Cleerly and HeartFlow, Philips Ventures continues to be a prominent player in the health technology investment landscape, driving innovation and fostering strategic partnerships across the globe.

Investor Profile

Philips has backed more than 23 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 4 rounds, about 17% of its total and boasts 9 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series Unknown, Series B, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Israel, China.
  • Strong thematic focus on Health Care, Software, Information Technology.
  • Typical check size: $2M – $25M.

Stage Focus

  • Series Unknown (35%)
  • Series B (17%)
  • Series A (17%)
  • Corporate Round (9%)
  • Series C (9%)
  • Series E (4%)
  • Series D (4%)
  • Post Ipo Equity (4%)

Country Focus

  • United States (57%)
  • Israel (13%)
  • China (13%)
  • Japan (9%)
  • Switzerland (4%)
  • The Netherlands (4%)

Industry Focus

  • Health Care
  • Software
  • Information Technology
  • Medical Device
  • Enterprise Software
  • Internet
  • Medical
  • Broadcasting
  • Digital Entertainment
  • Biotechnology
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Who does Philips frequently co-invest with?

Nissin Systems
Asia, Kyoto, Japan, Kyoto
Co-Investments: 1
Vector
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 2
Adams Capital Management
North America, Pennsylvania, United States, Sewickley
Co-Investments: 1
Texas Instruments
North America, Texas, United States, Dallas
Co-Investments: 3
AC
North America, Virginia, United States, Arlington
Co-Investments: 1
The Hillman Company
North America, Pennsylvania, United States, Kelayres
Co-Investments: 1
Bonds Investment Group
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 2
IVP
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 1
Sun Microsystems
North America, California, United States, Santa Clara
Co-Investments: 1
mixi
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does Philips often collaborate with?

LW
North America, Pennsylvania, United States, Pittsburgh
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Philips?

B-Soft

Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China

B-Soft is an organization that focuses on software development and software entrepreneurship.

Developer PlatformEnterprise SoftwareHealth CareInformation TechnologyManagement Information SystemsSoftware
Post Ipo EquityMay 13, 2022
Amount Raised: $180,368,889
CVAid Medical

Tel Aviv-yafo, Tel Aviv, Israel

CVAid Medical develops an innovative AI based stroke detection technological platform.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Health CareMedical DeviceSoftware
Series AFeb 28, 2022
Amount Raised: $4,000,000
Pulse Medical Technology

Shanghai, Shanghai, China

Pulse Medical Technology develops innovative technology for the diagnosis and optimal treatment of pan-vascular diseases.

Health CareHealth DiagnosticsMedical Device
Series CAug 2, 2021
Amount Raised: $100,000,000
Allm

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Allm is a medical ICT company develops innovative mHealth solutions transforming the way healthcare providers collaborate.

Health CareInformation and Communications Technology (ICT)Information TechnologyMedical
Series AApr 5, 2021
Amount Raised: $50,819,464
Babyscripts

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Babyscripts is a clinically validated, digital healthcare company that delivers risk-specific care to pregnant mothers at any time.

Health CaremHealthMobile AppsSoftware
Corporate RoundJan 7, 2019
Amount Raised: $6,000,000
Allm

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Allm is a medical ICT company develops innovative mHealth solutions transforming the way healthcare providers collaborate.

Health CareInformation and Communications Technology (ICT)Information TechnologyMedical
Series UnknownOct 30, 2018
Amount Raised: $14,894,113
Amwell

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Amwell is a telehealth platform that provides its patients with more affordable, higher quality health care.

Health CareInformation TechnologymHealthTelehealth
Corporate RoundJul 3, 2018
Amount Raised: $290,614,805
Oranger

Tianjin, Guangdong, China

Oranger is a Healthcare company.

Health Care
Series BJun 14, 2018
Common Sensing

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Common Sensing develops and manufactures data-driven hardware and software solutions for people using injectable medicine.

Health CareManufacturingMedical DeviceSoftwareWellness
Series AApr 11, 2018
Amount Raised: $6,600,000
Sweetch

Tel Aviv-yafo, Tel Aviv, Israel

Sweetch is the first behavioral science company to leverage AI & EI (emotional intelligence) through its digital therapeutics solutions.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Health CareMachine LearningMedicalMobile Apps
Series AApr 7, 2016
Amount Raised: $3,500,000