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ArcSoft
AI · Fremont, United States · Founded 1994
Software developer of multimedia technologies and applications across desktop, mobile and embedded platforms MoreLess
ArcSoft is a global leader in computer vision technology, specializing in providing advanced imaging solutions to a wide range of device partners. These partners include manufacturers of computers, digital cameras, wearables, TVs, home appliances, and cloud storage solutions. ArcSoft operates in the B2B (business-to-business) market, primarily serving OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) who integrate ArcSoft's technology into their own products. The company's business model revolves around licensing its proprietary imaging software and technology to these partners, generating revenue through licensing fees and long-term contracts.
ArcSoft's core offerings include single and dual camera solutions, motion sensing solutions, smart refrigerator solutions, smart car DVR (digital video recorder) solutions, projector solutions, and video broadcasting solutions. The company is particularly noted for its advancements in mobile computational photography and visual artificial intelligence (AI), which enhance the capabilities of consumer electronics by improving image quality, facial recognition, gesture recognition, and object recognition. These technologies are crucial for applications in augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR), as well as in low-light environments and high-dynamic-range (HDR) imaging.
ArcSoft's clients benefit from its cutting-edge technology, which allows them to offer superior imaging features in their products, thereby gaining a competitive edge in the market. The company has a global presence, with offices in key regions such as Tokyo and Shanghai, ensuring it can support its partners worldwide.
Keywords: computer vision, imaging solutions, OEM, mobile computational photography, visual AI, facial recognition, gesture recognition, object recognition, AR, VR.
Company overview
ArcSoft company information
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- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 1994
- Headquarters
- Fremont, United States
- Employees
- 456
- Open positions
- None listed
- Dealroom signal
- 39.6
- Investment activity
- 3 companies · latest Jun 2022
- Capital deployed
- $44M
- Preferred round
- SERIES A
Valuation & funding
ArcSoft funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LATE VC✓Equity / VC | Sep 2011 | $20M | $80M | Intel Capital · Tudor Growth Equity | — |
Financials
Workforce over time
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| Year | Employees |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 457 |
| 2025 | 449 |
| 2024 | 434 |
| 2023 | 437 |
| 2022 | 435 |
| 2021 | 407 |
| 2020 | 396 |
Growth signals
ArcSoft website traffic
Latest recorded traffic for ArcSoft is 7.7K monthly website visits, down 2.5% over the last three months. ArcSoft's team grew 1.6% over the past year.
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ArcSoft investments and acquisitions
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