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Drone Geofencing specializes in developing a geofencing platform for safe drone management and monitoring. The company enables clients to establish authorized flight zones, track drone movements in real-time, and receive alerts for unauthorized activities. This platform supports compliance with drone regulations, safeguards sensitive infrastructure, and ensures public safety. Drone Geofencing collaborates with research teams and industry partners to enhance its technology.

Odaptos designs and markets a software as a service platform for usability testing conducted through videoconferencing. Its artificial intelligence-based solution analyzes user emotions and behavior to generate detailed results and insights that help understand end users. The platform supports studying how users interact with products, highlights critical moments in interviews, and visualizes the user journey, enabling businesses to assess usability more efficiently and make informed design decisions.

FairFair is a marketplace designed to connect small craftsmen, artisans, and repair professionals with individuals requiring emergency repair services. The company's platform facilitates the interaction between policyholders and qualified repair workers across various specialties, ensuring that customers receive timely technical support and assistance. By streamlining this connection, FairFair aims to enhance the efficiency of emergency repairs while supporting skilled artisans and craftsmen in their trades.

EPUR SAS, founded in 2007 and based in Rodome, France, specializes in the manufacturing and sale of automated machining equipment for traditional wood frame construction. The company's flagship product, the OAKBOT, is a portable digital milling machine designed specifically for woodworking and wood construction applications. This innovative tool allows craftsmen to work more safely and efficiently, enabling them to adjust and replace framework components during their projects. By combining advanced technology with the needs of traditional woodworking trades, EPUR aims to enhance the capabilities of artisans in the industry.

Wefight Inc. is a technology company focused on enhancing patient care within the healthcare sector. Founded in 2017 and based in Montpellier, France, the company has developed a virtual medical assistance platform, including an application called Vik-Sein, which specifically targets breast cancer patients. The application provides vital support by answering patient inquiries, sending reminders for medication adherence, and facilitating the discovery of relevant clinical trials. Additionally, Wefight's platform enables patients to monitor side effects and share health data with their healthcare providers, thereby improving the overall patient experience and enabling clinicians to better understand and manage patients' conditions between visits. By providing these services, Wefight aims to empower patients to manage their health from home while optimizing the time and effectiveness of care teams.

Microbia Environnement is a biotechnology company focused on molecular diagnostics in environmental microbiology, specifically aimed at securing water resources and managing microbial risks. The company develops high-sensitive genetic biosensors for the detection and monitoring of active microorganisms in aquatic ecosystems. Its technology serves as an advanced tool for early warning systems that target toxin-producing cyanobacteria and microalgae, helping public institutions and organizations to anticipate and address harmful algal blooms. By enabling effective monitoring and risk assessment, Microbia Environnement contributes to the protection of the environment, public health, and economic stability.

Algodone is a company that specializes in design rights management and secure activation licensing technology. Founded in 2015 and based in Montpellier, France, Algodone provides solutions that help manage the legitimate use of digital content linked to intellectual property blocks and circuits. Its technology enables clients to implement new hardware business models, including options for upgrades, upselling, and try-before-you-buy initiatives. The company's offerings extend to various markets, including hardware activation, anti-counterfeiting, and industrial network authentication. Algodone's platform also facilitates the secure measurement of object activity, life cycle management, and monetization of connected devices, effectively supporting the security and monetization of electronic system networks in the Internet of Things ecosystem.

YellowScan specializes in developing integrated imaging systems for unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) applications, focusing on high-resolution and high-quality survey requirements since its inception in 2012. The company offers a range of next-generation LiDAR systems, including the Mapper II and YellowScan Vx, designed for ease of use by professionals such as surveyors, civil engineers, archaeologists, and environmental scientists. These turn-key solutions can be mounted on various drones, facilitating efficient data processing for diverse applications, including surveying, forestry, and ecological management. YellowScan's product lineup also features the YellowScan Surveyor, recognized as the world's lightest fully integrated LiDAR for UAVs, alongside the LiveStation, which provides real-time in-flight LiDAR monitoring capabilities. The company aims to deliver reliable technology and exceptional customer support to meet the demanding needs of its users.

Comwatt is a leading player in the energy decentralization sector, recognized as one of the top ten start-ups in France. The company specializes in photovoltaic equipment that enhances both energy production and consumption management. With patented technologies, Comwatt aims to make renewable energy more accessible and cost-effective, achieving a reduction in energy consumption by up to 20% while enabling users to produce 50% of their own energy, with aspirations to reach 70%. Its innovative solutions address the intermittency of renewable energy sources in real-time, helping individuals and businesses to manage peak consumption, monitor energy use, and ultimately lower electricity bills. Comwatt's commitment to sustainability and efficiency is underscored by its ten industry awards, solidifying its position as a market leader in self-production energy solutions.