PricewaterhouseCoopers GmbH

ONEKEY is a technology platform that provides an integrated solution for manufacturers and users of Internet of Things (IoT) and Operational Technology (OT) devices. The company specializes in developing automated security analysis tools that assess the firmware of these devices for vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with international security standards. By enabling the automatic detection of security risks, ONEKEY helps developers, companies, infrastructure providers, manufacturers, consultants, and researchers identify potential threats before they can be exploited by malicious actors. This proactive approach enhances the overall security posture of IoT and OT environments.

Hangzhou-based Microquanta (MQS) is a maker of perovskite solar cell, which is a new form of solar technology that holds promises of delivering more electricity but at notably lower costs. According to the company, its latest perovskite mini-module has an electricity conversion rate of 17%, beating its previous record of 16%. So far, MQS has raised $10 million in total funding to further commercialize the technology, expecting to find production lines this year.

Comet New Materials provides thermal interface materials, electromagnetic shielding, and absorbing materials, die-casting alloy materials, and ceramic products.

Ecolytiq operates a climate action infrastructure platform that assists banks and financial institutions in promoting sustainability and green finance. The company's product suite enhances traditional banking services by integrating transaction-based carbon footprint analysis, personalized climate insights, and access to environmental projects. This approach encourages consumers to engage in more sustainable behaviors, thereby generating positive environmental impacts for both banks and their customers. Ecolytiq collaborates with prominent financial institutions worldwide, positioning itself as a key player in the sustainability sector. By focusing on the complete value chain, ecolytiq enables businesses to provide environmental footprinting, personalized impact offsetting, and investment opportunities aligned with environmental, social, and governance criteria.

Vernaio is an artificial intelligence company that specializes in optimizing complex problems across various production-oriented industries. Its flagship technology, aivis®, is designed to enhance operational efficiency by quickly identifying and addressing anomalies in research and development as well as manufacturing processes. This AI solution, developed over a decade of research based on quantum principles, operates autonomously and requires minimal data preparation, allowing for swift deployment and ease of use without the need for data science expertise. By continuously analyzing performance metrics, aivis® delivers actionable insights that improve uptime and streamline production costs, thereby enabling clients to enhance productivity and decision-making processes without the burden of manual planning.

Cybus GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Hamburg, Germany, specializes in developing software solutions that facilitate seamless data flow for industrial enterprises. The company's primary product, Connectware, serves as a centralized and scalable data hub, designed to collect, process, and distribute industrial data across multiple factory sites. This middleware supports production-critical operations by integrating technology across production, IT, and business functions while maintaining high security standards and data sovereignty. Cybus also offers the Cybus Connectbox, a plug-and-play solution, and additional services such as the CONNECTIVITY REPORT 4.0 and 4.0 DEMONSTRATOR, which provide system architecture proposals and enable direct interaction with prototypes. With its focus on data integration and standardization, Cybus caters to global enterprises in sectors like automotive, metal processing, and machinery, helping them implement data-driven value-added services such as quality management and predictive maintenance.

Founded in Oct. 2017, WITINMEM focuses on Low cost, low power AI chips and system solutions based on processing-in-memory technology in NOR Flash memory. This technology performs the inference step of deep neural networks inside the NOR Flash memory that stores the processing weights long term – bringing huge advantages in performance, power, and accuracy. WITINMEM’s platform frees local AI from the cloud and is committed to the realization of ubiquitous AI smart devices.

Okai is an electrical company that manufactures light electric vehicles for consumers. The company's core products are smart electric short-distance travel tools such as e-scooters and e-bikes. Through the dual drive of sharing and consumption, it offers users one-stop multi-scenario smart travel solutions. It also helps people everywhere to move across cities, campuses, and communities in ways that are safe, simple, and fun.

Statice GmbH is a data privacy company based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2018. The company specializes in automated data anonymization software that enables organizations to conduct complex data analysis while adhering to privacy regulations. By utilizing privacy-preserving technologies, Statice helps businesses unlock the potential of their data without compromising individual privacy. The software provides synthetic data for purposes such as customer insights, product development, and collaborative research, allowing companies to engage in legally compliant statistical analyses. With growing concerns over data privacy, Statice supports organizations in balancing data-driven innovation with the need to safeguard personal information.