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About
Nanoleaf started in 2012 out of a University of Toronto solar-car team and became known for modular LED light panels that snap together and are controlled by an app and voice assistants. It has backing from investors including Horizons Ventures, Kleiner Perkins and Burch Creative Capital, though total funding is not fully disclosed. In May 2026 it agreed to be acquired by OneRobotics, the Hong Kong-listed parent of SwitchBot, in a deal reported at about US$40.5M closing in stages, with founder Gimmy Chu contracted to stay on as CEO.
Backers
Investors have included Horizons Ventures, Kleiner Perkins and Burch Creative Capital; total funding is not fully disclosed.
Quick answers
What does Nanoleaf make?
Modular, app-controlled smart LED light panels and bulbs for the home, sold internationally.
Who founded Nanoleaf?
Gimmy Chu, Tom Rodinger and Christian Yan, in 2012, out of a University of Toronto solar-car project.
Is Nanoleaf being acquired?
Yes. In May 2026 Nanoleaf agreed to a roughly US$40.5M acquisition by OneRobotics, the Hong Kong-listed parent of SwitchBot, with CEO Gimmy Chu staying on.