DCM, a Pacific Rim technology firm, launched a global Android-focused fund, intending to invest US$100 million in “start-ups developing compelling solutions taking advantage of Android’s rapid growth.” Called A-Fund, in addition to DCM backers include Japanese social networking company Gree, Chinese internet services company Tencent, and number-two Japanese operator KDDI. Additional partners, including a “leading US-based semiconductor company,” will be announced in the coming weeks.

The fund will invest in a number of Android ecosystem participants, including application developers, service providers, and enabling technology companies. The intention is to create “a strong network of top-tier start-ups and provide access to resources, relationships and business opportunities catered to the needs of Android-related companies.” Companies will be provided with capital, business expertise, business development support, and other value-added services necessary for companies.

The A-Fund is open to start-ups and developers globally, of any stage and size.