NEX
San Jose, California, United States · Media And Entertainment, Software
Nex Team Inc., the computer vision company behind HomeCourt, Active Arcade, Party Fowl, Starri, Peppa Pig: Jump and Giggle, and Miniatics, was founded in 2017 by second time entrepreneurs and ex-Apple engineers. Nex has successfully developed amazing user experiences with cutting edge AI technologies. The last startup produced by this award winning team was acquired by Apple, Inc.
Key facts
- Headquarters
- San Jose, California, United States
- Employees
- 310
- Industries
- Media And Entertainment, Software
- Status
- Private
- Website
- www.nex.inc
- Company page
Recent activity at NEX
- : Nex raises over $150 million to support international expansion of its Nex Playground business. The funding will help broaden retail distribution and grow its content ecosystem with major gaming and entertainment partners.
- : Nex Partners with Dude Perfect to Introduce Exclusive Trick-Shot Gameplay on Nex Playground.
- : Nex announces the launch of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Rooftop Mayhem on Nex Playground, enhancing family teamwork and fun.
- : Nex Appoints Tom Kang as President and Stephen Saiz as Vice President of Publishing
NEX funding history
| Date | Round | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2026 | Venture | $150.0M |
Leadership
- Alan, Director, Marketing Communications
- Clare, Marketing Director, EMEA & ANZ
- Michael, Business Development, Strategy & Global Partnerships Lead
- Stephen Saiz, Vice President
- Tom Kang, President
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NEX in the news
- The Hottest Toy of the Year Is Made by a Tech Startup You’ve Never Heard Of - WSJ (Dec 12, 2025)
- Nex Playground Fetes New Games Based on 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles', 'Dora the Explorer', 'The Tiny Chef Show' and More - NickALive! (Oct 23, 2024)
- A Kinect for kids is outselling Xbox to become the hot console this holiday - The Verge (Dec 13, 2025)
- Nex, the Leading Motion Technology Company, Expands Leadership Team and Advisory Board to Focus on Growing Retail and Brand Partnerships - Business Wire (May 21, 2024)
- Nex Playground and Paramount Game Studios Partner to Launch Exclusive New 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' Game - NickALive! (Feb 04, 2025)
- Nex Playground Rolls Out Fall Game Lineup, Starring Fan-Favorite Bluey and First-Ever Sports League Partnership with the NHL - Business Wire (Sep 04, 2025)
- Nex and Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. Announce Collaboration to Bring PAC-MAN™ to Nex Playground in Q3 2026 - Business Wire (Aug 26, 2026)
- Nex Announces First-Ever Amazon Prime Day Deal For Its Family-Focused Active Gaming Console, Nex Playground - Business Wire (Jul 11, 2024)
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About NEX: questions and answers
What does NEX do?
Nex Team Inc., the computer vision company behind HomeCourt, Active Arcade, Party Fowl, Starri, Peppa Pig: Jump and Giggle, and Miniatics, was founded in 2017 by second time entrepreneurs and ex-Apple engineers. Nex has successfully developed amazing user experiences with cutting edge AI technologies. The last startup produced by this award winning team was acquired by Apple, Inc.
Where is NEX headquartered?
NEX is headquartered in San Jose, California, United States.
How many employees does NEX have?
NEX has about 310 employees.
Has NEX raised funding?
Yes. Fundz has recorded 1 funding event for NEX. The most recent, $150.0M, was in Sep 2026.
Who leads NEX?
Stephen Saiz is a Vice President at NEX.
What is the latest news on NEX?
On Sep 17, 2026, Nex raises over $150 million to support international expansion of its Nex Playground business. The funding will help broaden retail distribution and grow its content ecosystem with major gaming and entertainment partners.
Source: Fundz records from SEC filings, press releases and company announcements. How Fundz measures data accuracy