Online video platform iQiyi provided the funding for the smart television maker as part of a strategic partnership agreement.

China-based online video streaming platform iQiyi has paid RMB150m ($22.5m) for a 5% stake in China-based smart television producer Coocaa, China Money Network reported on Wednesday.

Coocaa was formed by Skyworth and Netac as a joint venture between consumer electronics manufacturers Skyworth Digital Holdings and Netac Technology in 2006. Its televisions feature a USB port that enables online content to be streamed and viewed.

The investment was made as part of a strategic partnership deal that will involve iQiyi content…