Francisco Partners

Online Ad Network Specific Media Lands $100 Million

Authored by Mark Hefflinger on November 1, 2007 - 7:39am.

Irvine, Calif. - Specific Media, an online advertising network, announced that it has raised $100 million in its second round of venture capital financing, led by Francisco Partners.

Chipmakers Intel, STMicroelectronics Partner on New Flash Memory Venture

Authored by Mark Hefflinger on May 22, 2007 - 10:27am.

Santa Clara, Calif. - Chipmakers Intel and STMicroelectronics, along with private equity firm Francisco Partners, on Tuesday announced plans to create a new independent semiconductor company that will focus on flash memory for cell phones, MP3 players, digital cameras and other consumer electronics.

Independent Game Developer Foundation 9 Gets $150 Million Investment

Authored by Mark Hefflinger on June 1, 2006 - 2:07pm.

Los Angeles - Independent video game developer Foundation 9 Entertainment announced on Thursday that it has received a substantial investment from Francisco Partners, providing it with access to up to $150 million over the next few years.

WSJ: Foundation 9 Raises $150 Million from Francisco Partners

Authored by Robert Spears on May 31, 2006 - 7:30pm.

The Wall Street Journal reports that Foundation 9, the largest independent game developer in North America, has raised $150 million in a private round, funded by Francisco Partners.