Qualcomm Ventures

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Qualcomm Ventures is the investment arm of Qualcomm Inc., a Fortune 500 company with operations worldwide. The group is focused on early- to late-stage investments in the communication device, wireless communications, infrastructure, wireless internet, telecommunications, media, and mobile sectors. Qualcomm Ventures cherishes the entrepreneurial spirit. Qualcomm helps its portfolio companies create real value by working with them to overcome obstacles, provides a host of resources to get them to the next level, and is always willing to step aside when the time is right.

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Jan 15, 2023 · www.calcalistech.com

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"There are several opportunities in 2023 for startups." | CTech

Qualcomm Ventures predicts that AI and generative AI will attract investors attention in 2023. The combination of AI with other technologies like IoT, robotics, retail, manufacturing, energy, and supply chain also presents opportunities for startups. The Israeli high-tech market is affected by global processes such as interest and inflation rates. Startups should focus on efficiency and cash management, as well as anticipate slower revenue growth. The success of unicorns depends on their product-market fit and ability to scale sales efficiently. Sectors to watch in high-tech include AI, generative AI, IoT, robotics, retail, manufacturing, energy, supply chain, sustainability, climatetech, and VR/AR. Layoffs in big tech companies and matured startups may make it easier for early-stage startups to recruit talent.

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May 4, 2021 · www.calcalistech.com

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"Its a revolution ... its really changing the way women are perceived in our industry because the balance is slowly changing"

Merav Weinryb, managing director at Qualcomm Ventures, shares tips on how to present the perfect pitch to convince people to invest in new technologies. She emphasizes the importance of practicing the pitch and enlisting help to make it effective. Weinryb also discusses her passion for empowering women in tech and her involvement in the Women Founders Forum. She highlights the diversity and variety involved in venture capital and the excitement of working with different companies in different stages. Additionally, she mentions Qualcomms focus on deep technology companies and the impact of technology in solving real-world problems. Overall, the article provides insights into Weinrybs experience in venture capital and her perspectives on successful pitching and investing.

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Apr 25, 2021 · www.calcalistech.com

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Qualcomm Ventures: When investing, the team is important but the market is critical

Boaz Peer, Senior Director at Qualcomm Ventures, spoke at the Tech on the Roof event and shared insights on what investors should look for when scouting new companies. He emphasized the importance of the market in addition to the team and technology. Peer mentioned that having a great team or app is not enough if there is no market for it. Qualcomm Ventures wants to invest in companies that have a market or are in a market that will soon be successful. The event was one of the first to be hosted in a physical space since the outbreak of Covid-19.

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Jan 6, 2021 · www.calcalistech.com

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Merav Weinryb: investing in young AI startups, while supporting women

The article discusses Merav Weinryb, the Managing Director of Qualcomm Ventures, and her role in advancing Israels tech sector with a focus on promoting women. Qualcomm Ventures invests in various AI fields and has directed investments in companies like Weka.io and Sentinel One. Weinryb has over 15 years of experience in the high tech and venture capital fields and serves as a board member for numerous tech companies. Qualcomm Ventures supports smaller high tech companies by providing crucial funding and guiding entrepreneurs towards innovation. They also have a program dedicated to helping women in the field and participate in early-stage funding for female-founded companies. Weinryb is a critical asset in the high tech field and has led acquisitions in various new developing technologies. She is also a member of the Womens Founder Forum, which encourages and promotes female entrepreneurs in high tech.

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Jul 26, 2020 · www.calcalistech.com

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Accelerated growth without a financial model is a dying trend, says Qualcomm Ventures exec

Merav Weinryb and Boaz Peer, who manage Israel and Europe investments for Qualcomm, believe that the Covid-19 crisis could serve as an opportunity for the venture capital industry to become more conservative. They expect that over-inflated valuations will stop as companies face challenges and investors become more cautious. Despite the crisis, they are confident in their portfolio companies ability to survive without additional funding until the end of 2021. The team at Qualcomm Ventures Israel has been conducting investment meetings over Zoom, but they believe that in-person meetings are important to truly understand entrepreneurs. They also emphasize the importance of a balanced power structure within companies and the need for rational decision-making among investors. They hope that the crisis will lead to a better balance in the industry and a decrease in the gap between private and public markets.

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