Ethernovia
Ethernovia is revolutionizing vehicle networks with a new Ethernet approach to evolving automotive communication. Their technology enables the next generation of vehicle networks, addressing the demands of high-performance compute, ECU consolidation, ADAS/Autonomy, and the increasing bandwidth needs driven by AI and software-defined services. Ethernovia's solutions facilitate the unification of a car's sensors, compute, and external data, paving the way for advanced driver-assistance features and new services in electric and autonomous vehicles. The company has announced a partnership with Continental and has received recognition such as CEO Ramin Shirani being named a MotorTrend Software-Defined Vehicle Innovator Awards Winner.
Ethernovia
Ethernovia is revolutionizing vehicle networks with a new Ethernet approach to evolving automotive communication. Their technology enables the next generation of vehicle networks, addressing the demands of high-performance compute, ECU consolidation, ADAS/Autonomy, and the increasing bandwidth needs driven by AI and software-defined services. Ethernovia's solutions facilitate the unification of a car's sensors, compute, and external data, paving the way for advanced driver-assistance features and new services in electric and autonomous vehicles. The company has announced a partnership with Continental and has received recognition such as CEO Ramin Shirani being named a MotorTrend Software-Defined Vehicle Innovator Awards Winner.
TL;DR
Latest round: Series B (announced Jan 20, 2026) — >$90M
What they build: Ethernet-based networking chips and packet processors for software-defined vehicles and physical AI
Strategic partnership: Development partnership with Continental to build an automotive switch in a 7nm process
Founded / HQ: Founded 2018; HQ San Jose, California
Team size: ~98 employees (reported)
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Company Overview
Problem Domain
Automotive and edge networking for software-defined vehicles, ADAS/autonomy, and physical AI workloads (robotics/intelligent machines).
Founded
2018
Industry
Semiconductor Manufacturing
Tech Stack
Funding Track Record
64000000 USD
Series A announced May 15, 2023; investors included Porsche SE and Qualcomm Ventures.
over 90000000 USD
Series B announced Jan 20, 2026; led by Maverick Silicon with participation from Socratic Partners and others.
Investor Signal
“Backed by semiconductor and automotive-focused investors, including Porsche SE (Porsche Automobil Holding), Qualcomm Ventures, AMD Ventures and other strategic investors.”