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Wi-Charge develops and commercializes long-range wireless power solutions, enabling devices to receive electricity over the air. Their core technology uses infrared light to deliver power to compatible receivers, effectively eliminating the need for charging cables or battery replacements for various electronic devices. This allows for continuous operation and greater flexibility in device placement, optimizing efficiency and design in diverse environments.
The company was founded in 2012 by Victor Vaisleib, Ori Mor, and Ortal Alpert. They recognized the increasing reliance on battery-powered and wired devices, and the operational challenges these limitations presented. The founders envisioned a world where power delivery was as ubiquitous and seamless as Wi-Fi, applying advanced research in photonics and semiconductors to create a reliable, safe, and efficient over-the-air power infrastructure.
Wi-Charge’s solutions are utilized by commercial entities across sectors such as smart offices, retail, hospitality, and connected buildings. The company's vision is to foster environments where devices are powered autonomously, freeing them from the constraints of traditional energy sources. This approach supports the deployment of innovative applications and maintains devices with minimal intervention, shaping a future of truly untethered electronics.
Wi Charge has raised $34.0M across 2 funding rounds.
Wi Charge has raised $34.0M in total across 2 funding rounds.
Wi Charge has raised $34.0M across 2 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $20.0M Wi-Charge - Series C in May 2025.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2025 | $20M Series C | Peter Marturano | EIC Fund | Announced |
| May 1, 2019 | $14M Series B | — | C4 Ventures, DFJ, F7 Ventures, General Catalyst, Kapor Capital, Jeff Immelt, SOSV, Webtalk LTD, Charlie Songhurst, JOI ITO | Announced |
Wi-Charge is an Israeli technology company specializing in long-range wireless power transfer using focused infrared laser beams, enabling cable-free charging over distances up to 30 feet or more.[1][2][3] It builds products like Wi-Spot for digital displays, Wi-Poster for signage, Wi-Qi charging pads, and solutions for smart toothbrushes and locks, serving commercial sectors such as offices, retail, hospitality, smart buildings, and dealerships by eliminating cords, battery swaps, and maintenance.[3][4] The technology solves the problem of powering devices in hard-to-wire locations, delivering several watts safely with automatic safety shutoff if beams are blocked, while reducing battery waste and enabling 100x higher device uptime.[1][3][4] Growth momentum includes 2023 commercialization as the world's first in long-range wireless electricity, worldwide regulatory approvals (FDA, FCC, CE), deployments across three continents, 160+ patents, a $30M Series C round with 50% committed by the European Innovation Fund, and recent executive hires like CMO and VP of People.[3][5]
Wi-Charge was founded in 2012 by Victor Vaisleib (current CEO), Ori Mor (Chief Business Officer and co-founder), and Ortal Alpert, all veterans of Israel's elite technology sector with prior successful exits totaling $500M.[1][2][5] The idea emerged from a vision of a wire-free world powered over-the-air, backed by over 10 years of R&D in far-field wireless power using infrared beams and a distributed laser resonator.[1][2] Early traction came in 2015 with a prototype for small devices, 2017 safety standard compliance, CES 2018 demos of multi-device charging, and 2019 UL approval, evolving into commercial deployments by 2023.[1][3]
Wi-Charge rides the trend of wireless everything—from IoT sensors to smart displays—amid rising demand for cable-free, sustainable infrastructure in smart buildings and retail.[3][4] Timing aligns with regulatory de-risking and post-2023 commercialization, fueled by market forces like battery waste reduction and edge computing growth, where wired power limits scalability.[2][3] It influences the ecosystem by enabling battery-free IoT at scale, inspiring sectors like consumer electronics (e.g., Sony interest) and medical devices, while reshaping commercial spaces for higher engagement and lower TCO.[3][4]
Wi-Charge is poised for expansion into consumer lifestyle products and industrial applications post-Series C, leveraging its de-risked tech and funding to capture a multi-billion wireless power market.[3][5] Trends like AI-driven edge devices and sustainability mandates will accelerate adoption, potentially evolving its influence toward ubiquitous over-the-air power networks. As the pioneer in safe, long-range delivery, it stands to redefine device ecosystems much like Wi-Fi transformed connectivity, starting from high-pain commercial wins.[2][3]
Wi Charge has raised $34.0M in total across 2 funding rounds.
Wi Charge's investors include Peter Marturano, EIC Fund, C4 Ventures, DFJ, f7 Ventures, General Catalyst, Kapor Capital, Jeff Immelt, SOSV, Webtalk Ltd, Charlie Songhurst, Joi Ito.
