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PicoJool raises $27.5 million in Series A funding led by Socratic Partners to scale optical connectivity for AI infrastructure.

PRIVATESep 24, 2026

Amount Raised

$27.5 Million

Round Type

Series A

Palo AltoArtificial IntelligenceData CenterTelecommunications

Investors

Hudson River TradingSocratic Partners

Description

PicoJool, a pioneer in optical connectivity for AI infrastructure, has raised $27.5 million in Series A funding. The round was led by Socratic Partners, with participation from Hudson River Trading. The company plans to use the funding to expand its teams and facilities in the United States and Taiwan. This funding follows a $12 million seed round and brings total funding to $39.5 million.

Company Information

Company

PicoJool

Location

Palo Alto, California, United States

About

PicoJool Inc. is developing next-generation optical chips and modules for high-bandwidth, low-cost connectivity in hyperscale AI data centers. Founded by Al Yuen, who has foundational expertise in data center optical networking systems, PicoJool is redefining optical communication at the semiconductor to transceiver level.

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