Investment to support Opanga’s growth as it meets rapidly growing demand for its AI-driven telecom network optimization solution
SEATTLE – April 15, 2025 – Opanga, a global leader in AI-powered network optimization solutions, today announced it has received strategic investments from Boulder Ventures, Cisco Investments, the global corporate venture investment arm of Cisco, Grayhawk Capital and Trilogy Equity Partners.
This financing will support future product development, sales and marketing for Opanga’s AI-driven platform, RAIN, as the company continues expanding its deployments with global telecom operators to enhance network optimization and improve real-time customer experience across the telecom industry.
“We are grateful to Boulder Ventures, Cisco Investments, Grayhawk Capital and Trilogy Equity Partners for their support and investment in our vision,” said Cole Brodman, CEO of Opanga. “Given the rapidly growing demand for RAIN, their commitment and funding are instrumental in propelling our continued growth and innovation at a time the telecom market is rapidly expanding its deployment of AI-driven capabilities to enhance network performance.”
For more than a decade, Opanga has been at the forefront of network optimization. The company’s RAIN platform has revolutionized the industry, empowering operators to dramatically improve network efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and unlock real-time intelligence down to the user and application level. Recent Tier 1 network trials demonstrate RAIN’s industry-leading ability to slash network energy consumption by 41%, without compromising performance.
“Opanga has experienced impressive momentum and continues to expand and deploy its offerings with leading network operators around the globe,” said Kishen Mangat, General Partner at Boulder Ventures. “We’re proud to be part of the company’s next phase of growth.”
“As we look toward the future of AI-powered network optimization, we’re always on the lookout for innovative solutions that have the potential to transform the telecom industry,” said Aleem Rizvon, Vice President, Cisco Investments. “As part of our initiative to support companies who foster innovation and fund secure and reliable AI solutions, we’re excited to invest in Opanga as it continues to help make networks smarter, faster and more sustainable.”
“This milestone is a testament to the impressive track record Opanga has developed and its opportunity ahead,” said Brad Horwitz, co-founder, Trilogy International Partners. “There’s a tremendous need in the telecom industry for the company’s AI-driven RAIN platform and the significant operational efficiencies and cost savings it drives.”
About Opanga Networks, Inc.
Opanga is the global leader in AI-powered RAN optimization solutions for 4G, 5G, ORAN, FWA, and fixed networks. The company’s RAIN™ platform is deployed in the mobile core at software speed and scale and powers an array of applications that make wireless networks faster, more cost efficient, sustainable and resilient.
About Boulder Ventures
Founded in 1995 and based in Boulder, Colorado, Boulder Ventures invests in high-potential information technology and biotechnology companies. For more information, visit www.boulderventures.com.
About Grayhawk Capital
Grayhawk Capital invests broadly in B2B SaaS solutions. Our portfolio spans sectors including Healthcare IT, Business Productivity, MarTech, LegalTech, Telecom software, and more. We target early-growth stage companies with $2–6 million in recurring revenue, capital-efficient models, and large addressable markets. We focus on partnering with exceptional management teams—founders who are visionary, ambitious, coachable, and proven leaders. Learn more at https://www.grayhawk.vc/
About Trilogy Equity Partners
Trilogy Equity Partners is a leading venture capital firm backing breakout early-stage founders in the Pacific Northwest. With deep entrepreneurial roots, its team includes experienced founders, business leaders, and operators of multinational category-defining tech companies. Trilogy Equity Partners does not just invest—it actively partners with early-stage founders, providing hands-on support to help them navigate the challenges of scaling a startup into a market-changing business.