What is Actility?
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Paris, France, Actility specializes in developing IoT solutions and platforms designed for public use within Low Power Wide Area Networks (LPWAN). The company's core offerings enable businesses and public entities to deploy and manage vast networks of connected devices efficiently. Actility's technology is crucial for applications ranging from smart city infrastructure and industrial monitoring to asset tracking and environmental sensing, providing a robust foundation for the burgeoning Internet of Things ecosystem.
How much funding has Actility raised?
Actility has raised a total of $135.3M across 7 funding rounds:
Corporate Investment
$3.5M
Unspecified
$1.2M
Series A
$4.3M
Series B
$8.7M
Series C
$25M
Series D
$75M
Other Financing Round
$17.5M
Corporate Investment (2010): $3.5M with participation from Truffle Capital
Unspecified (2011): $1.2M led by Computer Services Inc
Series A (2011): $4.3M supported by Truffle Capital
Series B (2012): $8.7M, investors not publicly disclosed
Series C (2015): $25M backed by Orange Digital Ventures, KPN, Swisscom, and Foxconn
Series D (2017): $75M with participation from Bpifrance, KPN, BNP Paribas, Ginko Ventures, Inmarsat, Foxconn, Orange, idinvest, Creadev, Cisco Investments, and Bosch
Other Financing Round (2024): $17.5M, investors not publicly disclosed
Key Investors in Actility
Orange Digital Ventures
Orange Digital Ventures is the venture capital arm of Orange, a leading global telecommunications operator, focusing on investments in innovative digital technologies and startups that align with Orange's strategic interests in connectivity and digital services.
KPN
KPN is a major Dutch telecommunications and internet service provider, offering a wide range of digital connectivity solutions. Its investment in Actility highlights a strategic interest in the growth of IoT networks and services.
Swisscom
Swisscom is a leading Swiss telecommunications provider, majority-owned by the Swiss Confederation. Its participation suggests a focus on advancing IoT infrastructure and services within its operational markets.
What's next for Actility?
The recent major strategic investment signifies Actility's robust position and future potential in the rapidly evolving IoT market. This capital infusion is expected to fuel further innovation in its LPWAN solutions, enhance its global reach, and support strategic partnerships. Actility is poised to capitalize on the increasing demand for scalable and reliable IoT connectivity, likely focusing on expanding its platform capabilities and penetrating new industry verticals. The company's trajectory suggests a continued emphasis on enabling widespread adoption of IoT technologies across diverse sectors.
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