Ushi is a technology company.
Ushi has raised $2.0M across 1 funding round.
Ushi has raised $2.0M in total across 1 funding round.
Ushi Technology (China) Co., Ltd. is a Guangzhou-based software company established in 2014, specializing in software development, information system integration, IT consulting, computer technology development, technical services, and software wholesale/retail.[1][4] It serves enterprises seeking enhanced network security, particularly for mobile office solutions like VPN access, by implementing two-factor authentication systems that integrate dynamic passwords via mobile apps, SMS, or hardware tokens without disrupting existing infrastructure.[4] The company addresses vulnerabilities in traditional static passwords, enabling secure remote access to corporate networks amid rising mobile work trends, with a focus on compatibility across mainstream network equipment.[4]
A separate entity, Ushi, operates as a private business social networking platform—often called "China's LinkedIn"—connecting influential professionals and entrepreneurs through mobile and PC apps, including tools for scanning and storing business cards to streamline networking.[3][5]
Ushi Technology (China) Co., Ltd. was founded on April 1, 2014, in Guangzhou, China, initially scoping into engineering, technology research, experimental development, and software services.[1][4] Its evolution centered on mobile office security needs, leading to partnerships like with Ningdun Technology for VPN authentication upgrades, responding to risks in static passwords and the shift toward anytime-anywhere enterprise access.[4]
The social networking Ushi emerged as a platform tailored for China's elite professionals, gaining traction as a LinkedIn equivalent by facilitating connections via mobile and PC, with a key milestone in launching a name card scanning app to digitize contacts.[3][5]
Ushi Technology rides the wave of mobile office proliferation in China, where VPNs are essential for secure remote access amid growing cyber threats and hybrid work models.[4] Timing aligns with post-2014 digital transformation, as enterprises prioritize authentication upgrades over static methods, bolstered by market forces like widespread mobile adoption and regulatory pushes for data security.[4] It influences the ecosystem by enabling reliable VPN deployments, reducing breach risks for businesses, while the Ushi platform taps into China's professional networking boom, akin to LinkedIn's role in professional mobility.[3][5]
Ushio Inc., a distinct light technology firm, extends photonics into LEDs, laser diodes, UV hygiene, and microfabrication, but lacks direct ties to the queried Ushi.[2]
Ushi Technology is poised to expand in enterprise security as China's mobile workforce grows, potentially integrating AI-driven threat detection or zero-trust models to counter evolving attacks. The social Ushi could evolve into a full professional suite with AI matching, capitalizing on China's entrepreneur density. Their influence may amplify through ecosystem partnerships, solidifying niches in secure mobility and elite networking—echoing the foundational shift from basic software to robust, user-centric tech solutions.[1][3][4][5]
Ushi has raised $2.0M in total across 1 funding round.
Ushi's investors include Richmond Global Ventures.
Ushi has raised $2.0M across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $2.0M Series A in September 2010.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2010 | $2.0M Series A | Richmond Global Ventures |