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GCT Semiconductor
Semiconductors · San Jose, United States · Founded 1998
Designs, develops, and markets integrated circuits for the wireless semiconductor industry MoreLess
GCT Semiconductor, headquartered in San Jose, CA, specializes in the design and development of advanced LTE and 5G IoT modules. These modules are optimized for a wide range of applications including smart utility meters, smart cars, homes, cities, and healthcare devices. The company serves clients in the IoT (Internet of Things) market, providing solutions that support LTE Cat. M1, NB1, and Sigfox LPWA modes for low data, low power M2M (Machine-to-Machine) devices. GCT Semiconductor's business model revolves around licensing its chipsets to manufacturers like Cavli Wireless, which produce the modules in emerging markets such as India. This approach allows GCT to generate revenue through licensing fees and partnerships, while also expanding its market reach globally. The company's flexible architecture and industry-grade solutions make it a key player in the IoT connectivity space.
Keywords: LTE, 5G, IoT modules, smart utilities, smart cars, smart homes, healthcare, low power, M2M, chipsets.
Company overview
GCT Semiconductor company information
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- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 1998
- Headquarters
- San Jose, United States
- Employees
- 139
- Open positions
- None listed
- Dealroom signal
- 72.5
Valuation & funding
GCT Semiconductor funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POST IPO DEBTDebt | Sep 2025 | $11M | — | Anapass | ↗ |
| SPAC PRIVATE PLACEMENTOther financing | Nov 2023 | $49M | — | Undisclosed | ↗ |
| SPAC IPOOther financing | Nov 2023 | $345M | $667M | Concord Acquisition Corp III | ↗ |
| LATE VCOther financing | Dec 2015 | $99M | $396M | Undisclosed | — |
| SERIES FOther financing | Jan 2011 | $80M | $321M | yet2ventures · DNX Ventures | — |
| LATE VCOther financing | Apr 2009 | Parakletos Ventures | — | ||
| SERIES EOther financing | Aug 2006 | DoCoMo Capital · JAIC America | — | ||
| SERIES DOther financing | Nov 2005 | Undisclosed | — | ||
| SERIES COther financing | Nov 2002 | ITX International Holdings · Pericom Semiconductor · Mizuho Capital · UOB Venture | — | ||
| SERIES BOther financing | Apr 2000 | Parakletos Ventures | — |
Financials
Revenue and workforce over time
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| Year | Revenue | Growth | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2.9M | 0% | 138 |
| 2025 | $2.9M | -68.2% | 138 |
| 2024 | $9.1M | -43.1% | 137 |
| 2023 | $16M | -3.9% | 143 |
| 2022 | $17M | -34.7% | 142 |
| 2021 | $26M | -1.2% | 142 |
| 2020 | $26M | — | 153 |
Growth signals
GCT Semiconductor website traffic
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Investors
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Global footprint
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