imec.istart

imec.istart is an accelerator based in Gent, Belgium, founded in 2011. The organization focuses on investing in a variety of technology sectors, including automotive, travel, telecom, real estate technology, music, mobility, entertainment, and advertising. It specifically targets digital and nanotech startups, offering them the opportunity to join its accelerator program. Through this initiative, imec.istart aims to support innovative companies in their growth and development across multiple industries.

Sven De Cleyn

Managing Director

37 past transactions

Qviro

Seed Round in 2022
Qviro is a review platform designed to assist industrial technology buyers in making informed decisions for automation projects. By digitizing the procurement process, Qviro collects user reviews and transforms them into valuable data and insights. This information is then utilized by large industrial companies to enhance their purchasing decisions concerning robots and machinery. Through its intelligent search platform, Qviro aims to streamline the decision-making process for buyers in the industrial automation sector.

Morrow Optics

Angel Round in 2022
Our view is a world where nothing is missed and one pair does it all. Because there’s more to see than ever before, and you deserve to see the bigger picture without edges or limitations. Our story starts with Jelle De Smet and Paul Marchal, two pioneers who with combined experience in electronics and nanotechnology invented the Autofocal lens. They saw a better way, where ageing eyesight is no longer a burden and progressive lenses were a prequel. And so Morrow was founded in 2016 — followed by years of research, development and meticulous fine-tuning. We now launch our flagship Autofocal Eyewear that combines Active Liquid Crystal and a two-layer corrective lens to transform your vision — both near and far — at the touch of a button. In our eyes, independence is a state of mind. It’s the unshackled freedom to do what you want and on your own terms, whilst always improving. Discover why there is always mor’ to see.

DYAMAND

Pre Seed Round in 2022
DYAMAND focuses on creating a dynamic, vendor-neutral environment for data interchange between physical devices and applications.Their work bridges the gap between IoT/digital equipment and digital cloud infrastructure. With the introduction of the Internet, people could connect with each other to exchange information.

Aloxy

Venture Round in 2022
Aloxy nv develops and manufactures sensors to capture data from the field for processes in chemical industry. The company also provides a modular industrial Internet of Things (IoT) platform for accessing data; and it also allows users to directly integrate data with local systems on premise. It offers a solution for manual valve position indication and maintenance progress monitoring. Its device, consisting of inertial sensors, detects environmental temperature and atmospheric pressure; vibrations and movement; inclination and rotation; and magnetic fields. In addition, it allows for two-way interaction with local operators using buttons, multi-color light emitting diodes, and near-field-communication to locally communicate. Its sensors provide features, including geo-located using low-power localization technologies. Further, the company provides automated feedback loops based on asset location and workforce interaction; remote monitoring of the actual position of manual valves; and capturing real-time insights and automates processes. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Antwerp, Belgium.

Venly

Series A in 2022
Arkane takes care of the complexity so you can offer a Web 2.0 experience while using the power of blockchain under the hood

Crowd Scan

Series A in 2021
Crowd Scan offers crowd density prediction services and integrated crowd management solutions. It designs a solution for measuring and analysing crowd density in real-time using a wireless sensor network.

Moonbird

Venture Round in 2021
Moonbird BV, established in 2019 and located in Keerbergen, Belgium, specializes in developing biofeedback tools aimed at enhancing meditation and breathing exercises. The company offers a handheld device designed to assist users in relaxation and sleep by expanding and contracting in sync with their breathing rhythm. Equipped with a PPG sensor, the device is complemented by a mobile application that generates weekly reports, helping users monitor their progress. This innovative approach enables individuals to reduce anxiety, alleviate stress, and attain a state of calmness through personalized breathing exercises.

NGRAVE

Seed Round in 2021
NGRAVE is a Brussels-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in secure blockchain wallet solutions. The company offers a range of products, including its flagship hardware wallet, ZERO, which is designed to protect users' cryptocurrencies from malicious hacking by keeping private keys completely offline. NGRAVE also provides complementary products like GRAPHINE, a secure key backup solution, and LIQUID, a mobile application. With an emphasis on security, NGRAVE's offerings ensure that users' private keys are never exposed, thus safeguarding their digital assets from online threats.

Willow

Venture Round in 2021
Willow is the winning combination of smart technology and experienced experts. Our specialists define your strategy and coach you towards Social Media success. The Willow platform brings inspiration, efficiency & structure. Designed specifically for Professional Service Providers and Busy Entrepreneurs.

Citylegends

Seed Round in 2021
CityLegends is a platform designed to connect urban athletes and artists, facilitating competitions and interactions within a vibrant community. Founded in 2020 by Jimmy Hermans, the platform emerged from an initiative aimed at empowering the urban sports community, also known as action sports. CityLegends allows users to discover spots, engage in activities, and challenge one another, promoting a culture of creativity and passion among its members. The app is primarily video-based and is accessible on iOS, Android, and web browsers. With over 4,000 users, including emerging talents, CityLegends fosters collaboration and appreciation within the community while amplifying their voices to external audiences. The platform has been supported by LUMO Labs since 2021 and was part of the imec.istart accelerator program in 2020, aligning its goals with increasing participation in urban sports.

Kwarts

Venture Round in 2021
Kwarts is an AI-driven customer data platform that assists companies in centralizing and analyzing their data streams. The platform is designed to enhance customer experiences by addressing internal knowledge gaps within organizations. By integrating artificial intelligence with existing business tools, Kwarts enables commercial teams to operate more efficiently. Additionally, the platform offers feasibility studies regarding market context and technology environments, which help clients accelerate advanced segmentation and omnichannel communication strategies.

Mypitch

Pre Seed Round in 2021
MyPitch is a data-driven platform designed for football players at all levels, providing personalized insights into their game performances. The platform enables users to track their progress, share their achievements, and gain recognition within the football community. By leveraging advanced tracking technology, MyPitch delivers accurate match data and a user-friendly experience, helping players to discover their potential and enhance their visibility in the sport. This innovative approach assists footballers in showcasing their skills and contributions on the pitch, ultimately fostering a supportive community that celebrates individual growth and talent.

FixForm

Pre Seed Round in 2021
FixForm is a technology company that specializes in report management solutions aimed at maintaining safe and clean environments within buildings and other spaces. Its innovative platform empowers users to easily report issues by capturing images of problems, streamlining the process of problem identification and resolution. By facilitating engagement from all stakeholders, FixForm enhances operational efficiency and ensures that maintenance teams can address reported issues effectively. This approach significantly lowers the barriers to reporting problems, making it simpler for individuals within an organization to contribute to the upkeep of their environments.

Venly

Seed Round in 2021
Arkane takes care of the complexity so you can offer a Web 2.0 experience while using the power of blockchain under the hood

Neuroventis

Seed Round in 2021
Neuroventis is a digital platform focused on neurology, designed to assist patients in managing their neurological disorders. The platform operates as a CE-marked medical device, allowing users to register their health conditions and share relevant data with their medical teams. By enhancing the interaction between patients and healthcare professionals, Neuroventis aims to empower patients to take an active role in their health management. This approach fosters stronger partnerships in clinical practice and supports patients in overcoming the challenges associated with their conditions.

Citylegends

Pre Seed Round in 2020
CityLegends is a platform designed to connect urban athletes and artists, facilitating competitions and interactions within a vibrant community. Founded in 2020 by Jimmy Hermans, the platform emerged from an initiative aimed at empowering the urban sports community, also known as action sports. CityLegends allows users to discover spots, engage in activities, and challenge one another, promoting a culture of creativity and passion among its members. The app is primarily video-based and is accessible on iOS, Android, and web browsers. With over 4,000 users, including emerging talents, CityLegends fosters collaboration and appreciation within the community while amplifying their voices to external audiences. The platform has been supported by LUMO Labs since 2021 and was part of the imec.istart accelerator program in 2020, aligning its goals with increasing participation in urban sports.

uman.ai

Seed Round in 2020
uman.ai BVBA is a company based in Ghent, Belgium, that specializes in an AI-driven knowledge management platform. Founded in 2019, its platform facilitates the sharing, organization, and collaboration of skills and knowledge within teams. By utilizing a built-in skills engine, the platform provides organizations with a real-time overview of employee competencies, enabling managers to identify knowledge leaders and streamline talent searches. This capability reduces unnecessary interruptions while enhancing data-driven planning for hiring, learning, and development initiatives. The technology is designed to integrate seamlessly with various collaboration tools, learning and development software, and HR information systems, ensuring relevant information is presented to employees within their workflow. Through its innovative approach, uman.ai aims to improve productivity and foster skill development in the workplace.

Calltic

Series A in 2020
Calltic develops fraud detection methods for telecom industry. It detects all on-net and off-net SIMboxes with one single tool. Calltic was founded in 2017 and is based in Gent, Belgium.

Moonbird

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Moonbird BV, established in 2019 and located in Keerbergen, Belgium, specializes in developing biofeedback tools aimed at enhancing meditation and breathing exercises. The company offers a handheld device designed to assist users in relaxation and sleep by expanding and contracting in sync with their breathing rhythm. Equipped with a PPG sensor, the device is complemented by a mobile application that generates weekly reports, helping users monitor their progress. This innovative approach enables individuals to reduce anxiety, alleviate stress, and attain a state of calmness through personalized breathing exercises.

Firmalyzer

Seed Round in 2019
Firmalyzer is a developer of a firmware security analysis platform that focuses on assessing risks associated with Internet of Things (IoT) assets within enterprise networks. The platform enables device vendors, security labs, and corporate users to conduct compliance checks on device firmware efficiently. By facilitating risk monitoring and assessment, Firmalyzer helps stakeholders identify and address potential malware threats, ultimately contributing to the delivery of more secure devices in the market. The company's technology simplifies the process of ensuring that connected devices meet necessary security standards, thereby enhancing overall cybersecurity in IoT ecosystems.

BrighterBins

Pre Seed Round in 2019
At BrighterBins we are producing smart sensors and an AI-based analytics platform for municipal waste pickup. Our solution prevents overflowing bins and keeps cities clean while collecting data that enables route optimization for waste pickup trucks. This means less heavy traffic, less CO2 emissions, and greener cities.

Venly

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Arkane takes care of the complexity so you can offer a Web 2.0 experience while using the power of blockchain under the hood

DiGiConsul

Seed Round in 2018
Journey is a revolutionary consulate management platform. A modular GovTech (eGovernment) platform, we bring technological advances to consular processes, enhancing consular officer judgement and improving the first line of defence in border security.

Willow

Angel Round in 2018
Willow is the winning combination of smart technology and experienced experts. Our specialists define your strategy and coach you towards Social Media success. The Willow platform brings inspiration, efficiency & structure. Designed specifically for Professional Service Providers and Busy Entrepreneurs.

LucidWeb

Pre Seed Round in 2017
LucidWeb is a company that specializes in providing web-based solutions for virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) content. Its platform allows online publishers to make their immersive experiences easily accessible through web browsers on various devices, including desktops, smartphones, and headsets. LucidWeb Pro, a software-as-a-service platform, enables users to upload, edit, publish, and analyze their VR/AR content efficiently. The company's focus on web accessibility means that viewers can engage with content directly via a single URL, eliminating the need for additional applications. LucidWeb's technology supports various use cases in extended reality (XR), such as remote learning, digital twins, virtual visits, and cinematic storytelling, while also offering custom WebXR development services. This approach empowers clients to deliver high-quality VR and interactive 360° video or AR 3D models directly through consumer browsers.

Yields NV

Seed Round in 2017
Yields NV, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Ghent, Belgium, is a technology company that specializes in model risk management for the financial sector. It has developed an innovative platform that leverages artificial intelligence to automate model validation processes, enhancing efficiency, coverage, and accuracy. The platform supports a wide range of financial models, including credit models, AI applications, valuation algorithms, and market risk assessments. By facilitating monitoring, regression testing, and the generation of regulatory-compliant documentation, Yields NV assists clients in streamlining model validation tasks and improving operational efficiency. With offices in Brussels and London, the company serves a diverse international clientele, including investment banks and regional financial institutions.

Chestnote

Seed Round in 2016
Chestnote NV develops a mobile application that provides contextual messaging services. Its application enables users to leave messages at specific time and locations; send reminders to future self; capture moments and relive them at the same location; organize (bachelor) parties and outdoor games with assignments; leave video messages for grandchildren and show them what life in today’s world is like; and share important wisdom and memories with children when they reach a certain age. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Boechout, Belgium.

Tengu

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Companies today generate and own a lot of data, spread throughout their entire organisation. Different teams and departments are using different systems which effectively creates data islands that are cut off from each other. However, many of these companies want to start using data science, machine learning or artificial intelligence (AI) to boost their business. This is an arduous task given the disparity of their data. Tengu is the Platform-as-a-Service solution that overcomes these struggles. It connects to the data sources of the company, streamlines and standardises the data by designing their own data pipelines and environments. This makes it easier for data scientists to work with machine learning and AI, and for business analysts to input this data into dashboards and business intelligence tools to get real-time insights. Unlike other PaaS providers, we believe it’s not just about the technology, it’s about the convenience of the users. We help companies to better understand their data needs: what objectives they want to achieve and what data is needed to get there. Therefore, we offer extra services like workshops, share our knowledge and build the DataOps Community, where people present their cases and questions, and help each other to find the best data solution. This is how we help companies become data-driven, increase the efficiency of data profiles and above all, how we make data most useful.

Artplus

Angel Round in 2016
ARTPLUS is a Platform-as-a-Service to provide the combination of secured encrypted private viewing channels and a block chain based risk-free escrow service with “need to have” tools for safely conserving, managing and trading new media art online. ARTPLUS provides security, total control and transparency over media artworks, even when downloaded, from the moment the works are uploaded and authenticated by the artist. Our mobile first and native iOS platforms meets the needs of artists, galleries, curators, collectors, advisors, art fairs and enthusiasts in the new media art community.

Luzmo

Seed Round in 2016
Luzmo operates as a cloud analytics platform that focuses on providing business experts and SaaS companies with tools for data visualization. Based in Belgium, the platform enables users to integrate intuitive and powerful analytics into their daily operations, enhancing their ability to interpret and leverage data effectively. Luzmo's offerings are designed to simplify complex data processes, making it easier for organizations to derive insights and make informed decisions.

Ectosense

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Ectosense N.V., a digital healthcare solutions company, develops a medical device under the name NightOwl that focuses on sleep disorder care. The company also develops a cloud-based data analytics platform that changes physiological measurements into clinically actionable information. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Rotselaar, Belgium.

UgenTec

Seed Round in 2014
UgenTec BVBA delivers an independent diagnostic software platform to help molecular labs with their DNA (PCR) analyses. It offers The FastFinder 2.0 analysis software for helping lab technicians in their analysis of PCR data. It serves biotech companies, labs, and IT companies. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Hasselt, Belgium.

LindaCare

Seed Round in 2013
LindaCare LTD. is a Belgium-based company that specializes in developing a tele-monitoring dashboard for patients with chronic diseases, particularly those with cardiac implantable devices. The software integrates data from various device vendors and electronic patient records, enhancing workflow efficiency and reducing the risk of medical errors through customized alerts. By offering a vendor-independent platform, LindaCare aims to simplify the tele-monitoring process for healthcare professionals and hospitals, ultimately reducing the cost of care delivery while improving patient safety and the overall quality of care. This unified approach facilitates better tracking and monitoring of patient activities, benefiting both healthcare providers and family members involved in patient care management.

Ontoforce

Seed Round in 2013
ONTOFORCE N.V., founded in 2011 and based in Gent, Belgium, specializes in semantic search technology for effective information management. The company offers disQover, a search engine that intelligently links various autonomous data sources, enabling users to connect internal and private data with external and public information. Additionally, ONTOFORCE provides schoolKID, a platform designed to manage and share student information across educational institutions, as well as consultancy services to support its clients in optimizing their data usage.

Ambassify

Seed Round in 2011
Ambassify NV, founded in 2015 and based in Beringen, Belgium, operates a brand advocacy platform that empowers businesses to transform their customers and employees into loyal brand advocates. By engaging these key stakeholders, the platform enhances sales and online presence. Ambassify's tools facilitate the identification and activation of brand supporters through social media and online engagement, while also providing mechanisms for tracking, analyzing, and monitoring advocacy campaigns. This approach allows businesses to reduce advertising costs, build brand loyalty, and gain valuable insights into consumer behavior. Through its innovative solutions, Ambassify fosters meaningful consumer engagement, leveraging the enthusiasm of satisfied clients, employees, and partners.
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