Nika Optics
Volumetric holographic waveguides for consumer AR devices.
About Nika Optics
Nika Optics, established in July 2022, is a high-tech enterprise focused on the research, development, and production of optical display technologies for the augmented reality sector. The company operates in the advanced manufacturing and electronic equipment industries, with headquarters in Shenzhen and a production base in Tianjin, China. In July 2026, Nika Optics announced the completion of a Series A financing round of nearly 100 million yuan, with funds earmarked for the launch of its production line and to accelerate technological development. This funding round included prominent investors such as BOC International Investment, Gobi Partners, and Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund, among others. The company's core offering revolves around consumer-grade volumetric holographic waveguide technology, which is applied across two main product categories: near-eye display waveguide devices for AR glasses and in-vehicle AR-HUDs (Head-Up Displays). These optical components are designed to project virtual information into the user's field of view while allowing real-world light to pass through, enabling a seamless blend of digital and physical realities. Nika Optics' solutions are noted for their potential for low-cost mass production, high diffraction efficiency, minimal light leakage, and the absence of a rainbow pattern, addressing key barriers to consumer AR adoption. Nika Optics has established the first domestic production line in China for volume holographic optical waveguides, achieving small-scale production with a stated annual capacity of 100,000 units for AR glasses. The company has gained recognition for its technological advancements, being highlighted as a national-level exemplary case for interactive terminals and featured by the Overseas Edition of People's Daily. Through its focus on creating cost-effective and high-performance optical solutions, Nika Optics aims to be a key enabler for the consumer-grade AR glasses and intelligent cockpit markets.
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- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2022
- Headquarters
- China
- Open positions
- None listed
- Dealroom signal
- 19.0/100
- Industry
- Semiconductors
- Sector
- Semiconductors, Immersive Technologies, Photonic Chips and Processors, Photonics Tech
- Technology
- Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision
- Business model
- Manufacturing
- Client focus
- b2b
- Links
- Website
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERIES A✓Equity / VC | Jul 2026 | $14M | $55M | Shenzhen Cornerstone Asset Management · Gobi Partners · Shunwei Capital · CITIC Trust | ↗ |
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Investors
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Series A8 investors entered at this stage
- SMShenzhen Cornerstone Asset Management
Gobi Partners
Shunwei Capital- CTCITIC Trust
Dinghang Capital
Allwinner Technology
BOC International- TFTianjin Binhai Industry Fund
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