About XNode
XNode, an accelerator and incubator program founded in 2015, is based in Jing an, China. With a presence in 13 countries, it has supported around 78 startups in sectors like Enterprise Applications, High Tech. As of Oct 2026, XNode has 1 unicorn under its belt and has witnessed 4 portfolio exits. Most notable companies in
its portfolio include LinkedIn, Eko Health and KoBold Metals. The program is backed by a team of 18 people who primarily support Seed startups based in Australia. Its latest investment was a Undisclosed Seed round in LivingWear on Oct 2019.
Key Metrics
Founded Year
2015
Location
Jing an, China
Portfolio Companies
Sectors of Investment
Stages of Investment
Seed
Unicorn in Portfolio
XNode's List of Top Investments
XNode has a portfolio of 78 companies, one of which is a Unicorn. Their most notable investments are in LivingWear and Language Your Way.Their portfolio spans across Singapore, Australia, South Korea and 10 more locations. They have invested in Enterprise Applications, High Tech, Consumer and 27 other sectors, across stages such as Seed stage. Here is the list of top investments by XNode:1. LinkedIn
Provider of professional networking services for career development and recruiting. This platform facilitates connections between individuals to support job searches, industry discussions, and skill acquisition. It offers tools for talent acquisition, business outreach, and educational training programs. Members access curated content, industry insights, and software product comparisons. The service includes messaging features to strengthen relationships and resources for tracking career opportunities.
Key facts about LinkedIn
- Founded Year: 2002
- Location: Sunnyvale (United States)
- Last Known Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $144M
- Employee Count: 23,700 as on Jul 31, 2026
- Investors: Sprout Capital Partners, Glynn Capital and 51 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Post IPO, Apr 17, 2013, $*****
- Highlight: Acquired
2. Eko Health
Manufacturer of digital stethoscopes and software for heart disease detection. These devices integrate with mobile applications to provide amplified audio, visual waveforms, and electrocardiogram tracings during patient examinations. The hardware includes attachments for existing stethoscopes and standalone digital units. Software components utilize algorithms to assist in identifying heart murmurs, atrial fibrillation, and reduced cardiac function. These tools facilitate the recording and storage of auscultation data for clinical review and remote monitoring. The technology is designed for use in physical and virtual medical settings to support diagnostic processes.
Key facts about Eko Health
- Founded Year: 2013
- Location: Emeryville (United States)
- Stage: Series D
- Total Funding till date: $195M
- Employee Count: 206 as on Aug 31, 2026
- Investors: 10x Group, StartX and 34 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Grant (prize money), Apr 11, 2025, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
Developer of mineral exploration technology and operator of mining projects. This entity utilizes artificial intelligence and geological data systems to identify and extract critical minerals. The business model integrates hardware and software tools to analyze crustal information for the purpose of locating and developing natural resource deposits.
Key facts about KoBold Metals
- Founded Year: 2018
- Location: Berkeley (United States)
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Series D
- Total Funding till date: $1.22B
- Employee Count: 367 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: T. Rowe Price, Bond Capital and 20 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series D, Oct 30, 2025, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
4. Ackcio
Provider of IoT-based geotechnical monitoring solutions for multiple industries. The product offerings include Ackcio Beam, an automation solution to monitor geotechnical and structural sensors, the device connects to the nodes, collects data in real-time, uploads information to the cloud, and manages the data. The features of the product include remote monitoring, real-time decisions, risk management, productivity management, etc.
Key facts about Ackcio
- Founded Year: 2016
- Location: Singapore (Singapore)
- Annual Revenue: SGD 0 - 1M as on Dec 31, 2020
- Stage: Series A
- Total Funding till date: $3.51M
- Employee Count: 15 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: Aletra Capital Partners, Canopus Advisors and 11 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series A, Sep 16, 2021, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick

5. Speedoc
Online platform offering multiple healthcare services. The company offers house-call doctors, nurses, medication delivery, video consultations with certified medical professionals, Nurse home visits, and ambulance services.
Key facts about Speedoc
- Founded Year: 2017
- Location: Singapore (Singapore)
- Annual Revenue: SGD 10M - 50M as on Dec 31, 2022
- Stage: Series A
- Total Funding till date: $33M
- Employee Count: 74 as on Aug 31, 2026
- Investors: Bertelsmann Investments, Mars Growth Capital and 7 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series A, Nov 07, 2022, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
XNode's Year-on-Year Investment Trends
Its most recent first time investment was in LivingWear.Year | No. of Investments | ||
|---|---|---|---|
1st Round | Follow-on | Total | |
2026 (YTD) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
2020 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
2019 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
2018 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
2017 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
XNode's Investments by Stage
XNode has made 5 investments in Seed stage.XNode's Investments by Sector
XNode has a diverse portfolio, with companies operating in the Consumer, Consumer Goods, EdTech, Enterprise Applications and Food and Agriculture. Notably, it has invested in 65 Tech companies, 52 Enterprise (B2B) companies, 42 Software companies and at least 19 companies focusing on Consumer (B2C).Sector | No. of Investments |
|---|---|
Consumer | 1 |
Consumer Goods | 1 |
EdTech | 1 |
Enterprise Applications | 1 |
Food and Agriculture | 1 |
Others | 2 |
Note: We have considered here, only first round of investments
XNode's Investments by Geography
XNode has made most investments in Australia (2), followed by Singapore where it has made 2 investments.Country | No. of Investments |
|---|---|
Australia | 2 |
Singapore | 2 |
South Korea | 1 |
Note: We have considered here, only first round of investments
XNode's recent investments
XNode has not made any investment in 2026 so far.Here are the most recent investments by XNode:
Date | Company | Location | Round Details | Round Amount | Co-Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Oct 2019 | Singapore | Seed | 7686 | - | |
2019 | Singapore | Seed | 5645 | - | |
2019 | Australia | Seed | 9614 | - | |
2018 | South Korea | Seed | 2109 | - | |
Feb 13, 2017 | Australia | Seed | 8713 | - |
Unicorns in XNode's Portfolio
XNode has 1 unicorn in its portfolio - KoBold Metals. The most recent unicorn in their portfolio is KoBold Metals which became a unicorn in 2023, 3 years before XNode first invested in it.Here is a list of unicorns in XNode's portfolio:
Tracxn Score | Company | Short Description | Founded year | Sector | Location | Company Stage | First Investment/ Acquisition Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
65 | Developer of mineral exploration technology and operator of mining projects | 2018 | Berkeley | Series D | unqrswr |
Acquired companies in XNode's Portfolio
4 companies from XNode's portfolio have been acquired. The most recent acquisition was Accerion in Jan 2025 by Sick for $*****.Here are XNode's portfolio companies that got acquired most recently:
Company | Acquisition Date | First Invested on | First Round of Investment | Round Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Jan 27, 2025 | - | - | 3747 | |
Oct 19, 2020 | - | - | 6052 | |
Jun 15, 2017 | - | - | 8374 | |
Jun 13, 2016 | - | - | 8768 |
Team profile of XNode
XNode has a team of 18 members including 3 Partners, 3 Venture Partners and 5 Principals located in China. XNode's team does not sit on the board of any company as of now.Here is a list of top team members in XNode:
Name | Designation | Location | Board Memberships | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Partner | Jing'an | - | ||
Partner | Huangpu | - | - | |
Partner | Shanghai | - | - | |
Venture Partner | Jing'an | - | - | |
Venture Partner | - | - | - | |
Venture Partner | - | - | ||
Principal | China | - | ||
Principal | Shanghai | - | ||
Principal | - | - | ||
Principal | Shenzhen | - | - | |
Principal | Jing'an | - |
Co-investors of XNode
Over the past 9 years, one investor has co-invested in XNode's portfolio companies. This includes funds and angels.
- Invested before XNode: StartupSpaze has invested before XNode.
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