Alphawave Group
Overview
Alphawave Group is a technology investment firm based in Stellenbosch, South Africa, focusing on deep tech sectors such as sensor technology, electronics, software development for virtual and augmented reality, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. The firm supports businesses that are complex to replicate, aiming to create innovative solutions to solve complex global issues through the Internet of Everything (IoE) themes and capabilities. The firm's portfolio includes companies like Skynamo, a market leader in field sales management software, and Inrange®, which accurately tracks golf balls in flight using state-of-the-art radar technology and virtual reality. Alphawave Group has received significant investments, including a R100-million funding from Kagiso Capital in 2020, which has accelerated the growth and international expansion of its portfolio companies. Alphawave Group's approach emphasizes attracting top engineering talent and fostering innovation to develop internationally competitive products. The firm continues to invest in themes associated with the Internet of Everything, including sensors, electronics, data science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and mobile and web software, aiming to deepen its skill sets across these domains and reduce upfront investment while evaluating future opportunities.
Investment Focus
- Innovative technology solutions
- Scalable business models
- Strong engineering teams
- Potential for international expansion
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Alphawave Group invest in?
Alphawave Group invests in Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Internet of Things, Electronics and Software Development, and is based in Western Cape, South Africa. Alphawave Group is listed as a private investment firm in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Alphawave Group invest at?
Alphawave Group backs companies at Seed, Early Stage and Growth, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.
Which regions does Alphawave Group invest in?
Alphawave Group invests across United States, United Kingdom, Europe and South Africa.
What companies has Alphawave Group invested in?
Alphawave Group's portfolio includes Skynamo, Inrange, FarmRanger, Bytefuse, CUBECOM, Predictive Insights, Saigen and IXUS.
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