Yali Capital, a deep-tech venture fund led by Ganapathy Subramaniam, co-founder of Cosmic Circuits, and Mathew Cyriac, a former Blackstone executive, has announced a strategic investment of $4 million (INR 33.7 crore) in C2i Semiconductors, a rising chip design startup. The funding aims to propel C2i Semiconductors’ growth as it explores new innovations in the fast-evolving semiconductor industry.

Yali Capital is known for its investment focus on advanced technologies across sectors, including chip design, robotics, genomics, smart manufacturing, aerospace, surveillance, and artificial intelligence. The firm’s support for C2i Semiconductors reflects its commitment to fostering the next generation of tech innovations. With the global semiconductor industry playing an increasingly crucial role in advancing technologies, Yali’s investment is expected to further catalyze C2i’s initiatives in designing cutting-edge chips.

As part of this strategic partnership, C2i Semiconductors will gain access to Yali Capital’s deep expertise and network within the deep-tech sector. This collaboration is expected to strengthen C2i’s market position, providing the resources needed to develop advanced chip designs that align with industry needs for high performance and efficiency.

Mathew Cyriac emphasized the importance of supporting breakthrough companies in sectors like semiconductor tech: “At Yali Capital, we believe that investment in foundational technologies like semiconductors drives long-term value and impact. Our partnership with C2i aligns with our mission to support innovations that power the future of tech.”

Ganapathy Subramaniam, who co-founded Cosmic Circuits—a chip design company later acquired by Cadence—brings years of experience in semiconductor design, positioning Yali Capital as an ideal partner for C2i Semiconductors. This investment will not only provide funding but also open avenues for mentorship and strategic guidance, which are essential for scaling in a highly specialized industry.

Key Highlights:

• Yali Capital has invested $4 million in chip design startup C2i Semiconductors to drive growth in semiconductor innovation.
• The venture fund is co-founded by Ganapathy Subramaniam and Mathew Cyriac, both industry veterans in deep-tech investments.
• C2i Semiconductors will benefit from Yali Capital’s network and expertise, strengthening its position in the chip design market.
• Yali Capital focuses on deep-tech sectors, including AI, robotics, genomics, and aerospace.