About AI-Native Computer Vision sector in Asia
The AI-Native Computer Vision sector in Asia comprises 588 companies, including 292 funded companies having collectively raised $9.33B in venture capital money and private equity. Out of these, 134 are Series A+ funded, and 8 have achieved unicorn status.
AI-Native Computer Vision sector in Asia has seen 18 acquisitions and 21 IPOs. This represents almost 6.6% of all such companies - which is higher than the 5.0% exit rate of tech companies in general.
This sector includes includes companies developing core AI technologies, algorithms, platforms, and frameworks that enable machines to perceive, interpret, and act on visual data such as images, videos, and 3D spatial inputs.
Includes core infrastructure solutions like Computer Vision frameworks, libraries, APIs, and toolkits for image recognition, object detection and tracking, scene understanding, etc. Also includes end-to-end development platforms for vision AI and synthetic data platforms for computer vision development
Also included are industry-agnostic computer vision solutions where AI is the core enabler of the product, such as video analytics, surveillance solutions, OCR technologies, and biometric solutions, among others
Industry-specific AI native computer vision solutions, such as industrial defect detection solutions, ADAS solutions, visual inspection solutions, and diagnostic imaging solutions, among others, are also included Excludes professional services or system integrators using third-party computer vision frameworks. Applications where computer vision is only a feature or computer vision products that do not primarily use AI/ML are not included here.
Top AI-Native Computer Vision Companies in Asia
There are 588 AI-Native Computer Vision startups in Asia which include Mobileye, Nexar, Megvii, HyperVerge, SenseTime. Out of these, 292 startups are funded, with 134 having secured Series A+ funding, and 8 achieving unicorn status.
Over the past 10 years, an average of 40 new companies have been launched annually. Notably, several of these startups have been founded by alumni of Tel Aviv University, IIT Bombay and Technion Israel Institute Technology.
Here is the list of top AI-Native Computer Vision startups in Asia
1. Mobileye
AI-based system-on-chips for advanced driver assistance systems. The platform provides warnings for collision prevention and mitigation. It uses its proprietary software algorithms and chips to perform detailed interpretations of the visual field to anticipate possible collisions with other vehicles and pedestrians. Its systems work as a third eye for the driver by supporting the driver in performing routine driving tasks, including distance keeping, and adaptive cruise control. It also provides timely warnings, including lane-departure warnings, and forward-collision warnings in dangerous situations.
Key facts about Mobileye
- Founded Year: 1999
- Location: Jerusalem (Israel)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $530M
- Investors: First International Bank of Israel, Meir Car and Truck Company and 25 Others
- Latest Funding Round: PE, Jul 07, 2013, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 75/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 69 Competitors
2. Nexar
Provider of AI-driven dashcams and road safety solutions. These solutions offer various camera configurations, including single forward-facing, front and rear, and three-camera setups (front, rear, and cabin). The dashcams feature Full HD or higher video recording, built-in 4G LTE connectivity for remote access and emergency alerts, and GPS tracking. The company provides video evidence for insurance claims and offers features such as parking alerts and remote video streaming. The product line is targeted at individual drivers, rideshare drivers, and fleet operators.
Key facts about Nexar
- Founded Year: 2015
- Location: Tel Aviv (Israel)
- Stage: Series D
- Total Funding till date: $150M
- Investors: Corner Ventures, Mosaic Ventures and 24 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series D, Nov 17, 2021, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 74/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 297 Competitors
3. Megvii
Developer of AIoT solutions, including software, hardware, and platform systems. The company provides AIoT operating systems, redefined hardware, and industry applications. These offerings facilitate IoT connection, data processing, digital twin implementation, and application enablement. The firm’s products include AIoT servers, integrated machines, smart cameras, and analysis boxes. It also offers platforms for city and enterprise-level applications.
Key facts about Megvii
- Founded Year: 2011
- Location: Beijing (China)
- Stage: Series D
- Total Funding till date: $1.98B
- Investors: Qiming Venture Partners, Sinovation Ventures and 23 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series D, Apr 08, 2025, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 73/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 2,729 Competitors
4. HyperVerge
Developer of AI-powered automation software for small business lending processes. The platform provides tools for identity verification, document analysis, and risk assessment. It offers features such as optical character recognition, fraud detection, and compliance monitoring. The software aims to streamline underwriting, improve accuracy, and accelerate loan application workflows.
Key facts about HyperVerge
- Founded Year: 2014
- Location: Palo Alto (United States)
- Stage: Seed
- Total Funding till date: $1M
- Investors: New Enterprise Associates, Naya Ventures and 5 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Seed, Aug 18, 2015, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 70/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 9 of 1,420 Competitors
5. SenseTime
AI based platform offering image recognition solutions. It is focused on creating a better AI-empowered future through innovation. It is committed to advancing the state of the art in AI research, developing scalable and affordable AI software platforms that benefit businesses, people and society as a whole, while attracting and nurturing top talents to shape the future together. It invest in its original and cutting-edge research that allows to offer and continuously improve industry-leading AI capabilities in universal multimodal and multi-task models, covering key fields across perception intelligence, natural language processing, decision intelligence, AI-enabled content generation, as well as key capabilities in AI chips, sensors and computing infrastructure.
Key facts about SenseTime
- Founded Year: 2014
- Location: Hong Kong (China)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $2.82B
- Investors: CDH, IDG Capital and 55 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Post IPO, Nov 17, 2025, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 69/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 2 of 227 Competitors
Companies founded year-on-year in the AI-Native Computer Vision sector in Asia
72 AI-Native Computer Vision startups in Asia were founded in 2017 - this is the most number of startups founded in any year in the last 10 years.
- Total Number of Companies
Year | No. of companies |
|---|---|
2025 | 1 |
2024 | 21 |
2023 | 15 |
2022 | 17 |
2021 | 34 |
2020 | 61 |
2019 | 71 |
2018 | 62 |
2017 | 72 |
2016 | 48 |
Stage-wise distribution of AI-Native Computer Vision sector companies in Asia
Out of the total 588 AI-Native Computer Vision companies in Asia, 292 have secured funding. Among them, 134 have reached Series A or higher, and 82 to Series B or beyond.
Founded - 588
Funded - 292
Series A+ - 134
Series B+ - 82
Series C+ - 57
Company Stage | No. of companies |
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Founded | 588 |
Funded | 292 |
Series A+ | 134 |
Series B+ | 82 |
Series C+ | 57 |
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Funding Trends in the AI-Native Computer Vision sector in Asia
Total funding year-on-year in the AI-Native Computer Vision sector in Asia
The AI-Native Computer Vision sector in Asia saw a total funding of more than $8.58B in the last 10 years. The most amount of funding was in 2018 at more than $3.56B.
- Total Funding
Year | Total Funding |
|---|---|
2025 | $105M |
2024 | $154M |
2023 | $139M |
2022 | $397M |
2021 | $816M |
2020 | $713M |
2019 | $1.28B |
2018 | $3.56B |
2017 | $1.12B |
Recent Funding Rounds in AI-Native Computer Vision in Asia
In the year 2025, till September 2025, AI-Native Computer Vision companies in Asia have raised $103M in equity funding across 13 rounds.
In the same period last year (i.e. till September 2024), AI-Native Computer Vision companies in Asia had raised $140M across 25 rounds.
So, 2025 has seen a 26.75% drop in funding in AI-Native Computer Vision companies in Asia as compared to 2024.
Here are some recent, important funding rounds in AI-Native Computer Vision companies in Asia:
Company | Round Raised | Amount Raised | Funding Date | Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Seed | 5440 | Sep 05, 2025 | ||
Series A | 5087 | Jul 31, 2025 | ||
Series A | 9948 | Jul 30, 2025 | ||
Series B | 5457 | Jun 10, 2025 | ||
Series B | 4307 | May 06, 2025 |
Top Investors in AI-Native Computer Vision in Asia
Plug and Play Tech Center is the top investor in AI-Native Computer Vision companies in Asia based on number of companies invested.
Here are some top investors in AI-Native Computer Vision companies in Asia:
Investor | Location | Top Portfolio Companies |
|---|---|---|
Sunnyvale (United States) | ||
San Diego (United States) | ||
Palo Alto (United States) | ||
Washington, DC (United States) | - | |
Hyderabad (India) |
M&A activity in AI-Native Computer Vision sector in Asia
In the year 2026, till January 2026, 1 acquisition happened in AI-Native Computer Vision sector in Asia. Last year, in 2025, a total of 4 acquisitions happened in AI-Native Computer Vision sector in Asia.
Here are some recent, important acquisitions in AI-Native Computer Vision sector in Asia:
Company | Acquisition Type | Acquisition Date | Acquirers |
|---|---|---|---|
Business Acquisition | Jan 06, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | Sep 04, 2025 | ||
Business Acquisition | Aug 27, 2025 | ||
Business Acquisition | Jul 03, 2025 | ||
Business Acquisition | Mar 04, 2025 |
Acquisition trends in AI-Native Computer Vision sector in Asia
Here are the acquisition trends in AI-Native Computer Vision sector in Asia:
- Total Number of Acquisitions
Year | No. of companies |
|---|---|
2026 | 1 |
2025 | 4 |
2024 | 2 |
2023 | 1 |
2022 | 2 |
2021 | 3 |
2020 | 1 |
2019 | 3 |
2018 | 1 |
2017 | 1 |
IPOs in AI-Native Computer Vision in Asia
In the year 2025, till December 2025, 4 IPOs happened in AI-Native Computer Vision sector in Asia.
Here are some recent, important IPOs in AI-Native Computer Vision sector in Asia:
Company | IPO Date | Exchange Symbol |
|---|---|---|
Dec 24, 2025 | Tokyo Stock Exchange (TYO) | |
Dec 19, 2025 | Hong Kong Exchanges (HKG) | |
Oct 07, 2025 | OTC Markets (OTCMKTS) | |
May 26, 2025 | Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE) | |
Oct 29, 2024 | Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) |
Colleges which produce the most AI-Native Computer Vision companies in Asia
Companies founded by alumni from top colleges in the AI-Native Computer Vision in Asia
Most number of AI-Native Computer Vision startups in Asia have been founded by alumni from Tel Aviv University, IIT Bombay and Technion Israel Institute Technology.
College | No. of companies |
|---|---|
Tel Aviv University | 19 |
IIT Bombay | 10 |
Technion Israel Institute Technology | 10 |
Tsinghua University | 9 |
Stanford University | 8 |
BITS Pilani | 7 |
IIT Delhi | 7 |
Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 7 |
IIT Madras | 6 |
IIM Calcutta | 5 |
Total funding in AI-Native Computer Vision companies founded by alumni from top colleges in Asia
In the last 10 years, Tsinghua University graduates' AI-Native Computer Vision companies in Asia have raised the most funding among top colleges. Columbia University alumni are second, and Tel Aviv University alumni are third.
College | Total Funding |
|---|---|
Tsinghua University | $2.56B |
Columbia University | $2.04B |
Tel Aviv University | $1.1B |
Massachusetts Institute of Technology | $752M |
University of California (Los Angeles) | $385M |
University of Toronto | $346M |
Technion Israel Institute Technology | $308M |
University of Pennsylvania | $292M |
IIT Delhi | $196M |
Stanford University | $142M |
Top News in AI-Native Computer Vision in Asia
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Mobileye Global Non-GAAP EPS of $0.13 beats by $0.02, revenue of $506M beats by $10.09MSeeking Alpha•Jul 24, 2025•Mobileye
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