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ADASTEC

East Lansing, US · Founded 2017 · Delaware corporation · 4 known investors

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ADASTEC develops a Level-4 automation software stack for full-size public transit buses, enabling autonomous operation on predetermined, pre-mapped routes in mixed traffic including handling of bus stops, intersections, traffic lights, and crosswalks. Its platform covers operation and mission management, remote command and control, passenger applications, and analytics for public transportation operators.

AI & Machine LearningMobility & TransportationRobotics

Founders & leadership

ADASTEC was founded in 2017 by Ali Ufuk Peker and Ali Ihsan Danisman.

AUAli Ufuk Peker
Ali Ufuk PekerCo-founder · CEOHe holds a Ph.D. in digital mapping and GNSS localization for autonomous vehicles and has spent over 20 years working in IoT, mobile applications, and location-based services; he is also an Assistant Professor in the Computer Engineering Department at Okan University.
AI
Ali Ihsan DanismanCo-founder · Chief Growth Officer
KP
Karem ParExecutive
AT
Atalay TaskoparanChief Projects OfficerAtalay Taskoparan is an executive officer and director at Adastec, which develops autonomous driving software for public transit buses. His background spans sales, marketing, and business development roles focused on mobile solutions and automotive sectors.
TK
Tuncay Kamil GucluExecutive
MEMurat Emre Duman
Murat Emre DumanCo-Founder & Chief Operating OfficerMurat Emre Duman holds a B.Sc. in Computer Engineering from Bilkent University and an MBA in Finance from Indiana University's Kelley School of Business. He previously held executive positions in banking focused on digital transformation and has co-founded multiple technology companies in automated driving, generative AI, and digital healthcare.
KP
Kerem ParNamed on SEC filing

Investors · 4

Bilişim Vadisilisted by Bilişim VadisiKocaeli

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Keiretsu Forumlisted by Keiretsu ForumSan Francisco East Bay · $250K – $2M

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TRANGELSlisted by TRANGELSIstanbul

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Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$2.8M disclosed across 1 of 2 rounds · 2022–2025

▶$2.8MraisedJul 2025 · 2 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Karem ParExecutive Officer, Director
  • Atalay TaskoparanExecutive Officer, Director
  • Ali Ufuk PekerExecutive Officer, Director
  • Ali Ihsan DanismanExecutive Officer, Director
  • Tuncay Kamil GucluExecutive Officer
  • Murat Emre DumanExecutive Officer
Offering amount
$3.9M
Amount sold
$2.8M
First sale
Jul 2025
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$10MofferedNov 2022 · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Kerem ParExecutive Officer, Director
  • Ali Ihsan DanismanExecutive Officer
  • Ali PekerExecutive Officer, Director
  • Tuncay Kamil GucluExecutive Officer
  • Murat Emre DumanExecutive Officer, Director
  • Atalay TaskoparanExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$10M
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2017
Federal exemptions
06b, 3C.1
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

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Frequently asked questions

What does ADASTEC do?
ADASTEC develops a Level-4 automation software stack for full-size public transit buses, enabling autonomous operation on predetermined, pre-mapped routes in mixed traffic including handling of bus stops, intersections, traffic lights, and crosswalks. Its platform covers operation and mission management, remote command and control, passenger applications, and analytics for public transportation operators.
Who founded ADASTEC?
ADASTEC was founded by Ali Ufuk Peker, Ali Ihsan Danisman in 2017.
Who are ADASTEC's investors?
ADASTEC's investors include APY Ventures, Bilişim Vadisi, Keiretsu Forum, TRANGELS.
How much funding has ADASTEC raised?
ADASTEC has disclosed $2.8M raised across 1 of its 2 known rounds.
Where is ADASTEC headquartered?
ADASTEC is headquartered in East Lansing, US.