Astrape Networks
Grant in 2025
Astrape powers the future of datacenters: more bandwidth, less power.
VSORA
Venture Round in 2025
VSORA is an intellectual property provider based in France, specializing in digital signal processing (DSP) technology for semiconductor chips used in advanced digital communications systems, including 5G networks. Founded in 2015 by a team of experienced DSP engineers, the company offers a powerful multi-core DSP architecture that eliminates the need for DSP co-processors, allowing for greater flexibility akin to software programming. VSORA's innovative DSP development flow facilitates collaboration between signal processing and software engineers, significantly accelerating time-to-market for new products. The company focuses on enhancing DSP computing power while optimizing power consumption and performance, ultimately reducing the silicon footprint required for complex integrated circuits.
.Lumen
Venture Round in 2025
Dotlumen is a research startup founded in 2020 and based in Cluj, Romania, focused on enhancing the quality of life for visually impaired individuals. The company develops innovative glasses equipped with a sensory and feedback system that aids users in navigating their environments. By leveraging advancements in artificial intelligence, robotics, and neuroscience, Dotlumen aims to empower blind individuals to better understand and interact with the world around them.
AQLAS is shaping the quantum future and discovering Next-Gen Lasers redefining quantum computing. Our high-quality hardware is set apart by its economical, compact, and efficient nature, thus paving the way for the proliferation of quantum computers.
ION-X is a technology company focused on developing advanced propulsion systems for small spacecraft. It specializes in electric propulsion technologies that utilize the ejection of fully ionized particles, offering high thrust and specific impulse (ISP). The company's innovative approach ensures long operational life and high modularity, making its solutions adaptable for various applications in the aerospace market. Additionally, ION-X aims to provide competitive production costs, facilitating mass production and meeting the increasing demand for efficient thrusters in the satellite industry.
AISPECO is a Lithuanian company specializing in geospatial monitoring systems for various vehicles including helicopters, planes, UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles), and terrestrial vehicles. The company develops aerial inspection systems tailored for conducting powerline surveys using both helicopters and drones. Their platform facilitates the capture of multiple-angle optical, infrared, corona, and hyperspectral imagery, enabling clients to perform efficient infrastructure inspections while optimizing helicopter operations for endurance and scale.
Oryl Photonics
Grant in 2024
Oryl Photonics specializes in developing laboratory instruments for pharmaceutical and biotech companies. Their core product provides a simple, reliable, and cost-effective method for measuring solubility, contributing to accelerated drug development and improved medicine. The company's unique technology preserves valuable substances during testing, offering a solubility measurement service that empowers researchers to make data-driven decisions and expedite product development.
.Lumen
Venture Round in 2024
Dotlumen is a research startup founded in 2020 and based in Cluj, Romania, focused on enhancing the quality of life for visually impaired individuals. The company develops innovative glasses equipped with a sensory and feedback system that aids users in navigating their environments. By leveraging advancements in artificial intelligence, robotics, and neuroscience, Dotlumen aims to empower blind individuals to better understand and interact with the world around them.
Qblox is a Dutch scaleup specializing in quantum technology, focused on developing patented solutions for the scalable control of quantum computers. The company designs and manufactures modular control hardware that simplifies the experimental setups involving qubits, employing a distributed processor architecture to enhance gate fidelities. By advancing electronics with improved noise and drift performance, Qblox enables scientists to minimize crosstalk and achieve low-latency arbitrary control flows while optimizing measurement efficiency in dynamic readout conditions. The company aims to address the scientific and engineering challenges that must be overcome to transition from prototype quantum computers to powerful, practical quantum processors.
Tilkal
Venture Round in 2024
Tilkal is a Paris-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in supply chain traceability and trust solutions for Industry 4.0. The company has developed a software infrastructure that organizes traceability data across various supply chain stakeholders, utilizing a unique B2B blockchain network to facilitate secure and verifiable data sharing. Tilkal's platform incorporates analytics and scoring algorithms to provide an end-to-end, real-time representation of supply chains. This enables businesses to address critical questions regarding product location, sourcing risks, ESG commitments, and compliance verification. Prominent clients include Danone, Daher, Joone, and the NGO Responsible Mica Initiative, which leverage Tilkal's capabilities for diverse applications such as tracing infant milk sourcing and analyzing mica supply chains. The Tilkal network comprises over 70 independent nodes and serves nearly 700 companies, reinforcing its role in promoting resilience, sustainability, and ethical practices within supply chains.
Basemark Oy is a technology company based in Espoo, Finland, specializing in performance measurement and augmented reality software for various industries, particularly in automotive applications. Founded in 2015, Basemark develops a suite of benchmarking tools that include Basemark ES 3.1 for graphics performance comparisons, Basemark OS II for system-level performance assessment of smartphones and tablets across multiple platforms, and Basemark X for evaluating gaming and graphics performance. Additionally, it offers Browsermark, which tests browser performance on a range of devices, and Basemark CL for measuring OpenCL implementations. In the automotive sector, Basemark provides a comprehensive suite of augmented reality development tools, enabling original equipment manufacturers and suppliers to create and deploy advanced AR applications for vehicle functions. These tools encompass features such as augmented reality navigation, head-up displays, and AI-based spatial computing, enhancing safety and performance in software-defined vehicles.
Dronamics is a developer of advanced unmanned aerial systems aimed at transforming airfreight logistics. By creating a new type of small, unmanned cargo airplane that is highly fuel-efficient, Dronamics aims to democratize shipping in emerging markets. The aircraft can transport payloads of 350 kilograms over distances of 2,500 kilometers at costs significantly lower than traditional air transport, reducing shipping expenses by over 50%. Designed for autonomous flight, the aircraft can be remotely monitored and managed via satellite, making it suitable for challenging delivery scenarios, including remote and mountainous regions. As the first and only Strategic Partner for drones recognized by IATA, Dronamics is positioned to make a substantial impact in the commercial logistics sector.
Wavess is an innovative predictive marketing analytics platform that utilizes advanced artificial intelligence technologies to assist businesses in anticipating the success of their marketing campaigns prior to launch. The platform integrates sophisticated AI algorithms with behavioral science to deliver personalized recommendations that improve engagement and conversion rates. Targeting digital marketing agencies, scale-ups, and enterprises within the fintech, retail, and technology sectors, Wavess offers critical insights into audience preferences and effective customer segmentation. Its unique features, such as pre-launch prediction and ideal customer profiling, empower users to optimize campaign outcomes and develop tailored marketing strategies. Additionally, Wavess analyzes audience demographics and campaign trends to create personalized posting schedules, enhancing overall campaign performance.
Quandela is a company focused on advancing quantum computing technology, specifically in the realms of communication networks and optical computers. It specializes in manufacturing photonic quantum computers, which it supplies to industrial clients. A key innovation from Quandela is its single-photon source device, which integrates photonics with semiconductor quantum dots. This device enables the efficient collection of emitted single photons at high rates, significantly reducing charge noise decoherence and facilitating the emission of identical photons with high fidelity. Such capabilities are essential for the development of advanced quantum applications in communication, computation, and sensing, positioning Quandela as a pivotal player in the quantum technology landscape.
VSORA is an intellectual property provider based in France, specializing in digital signal processing (DSP) technology for semiconductor chips used in advanced digital communications systems, including 5G networks. Founded in 2015 by a team of experienced DSP engineers, the company offers a powerful multi-core DSP architecture that eliminates the need for DSP co-processors, allowing for greater flexibility akin to software programming. VSORA's innovative DSP development flow facilitates collaboration between signal processing and software engineers, significantly accelerating time-to-market for new products. The company focuses on enhancing DSP computing power while optimizing power consumption and performance, ultimately reducing the silicon footprint required for complex integrated circuits.
Pasqal SAS, founded in 2019 and headquartered in Paris, France, specializes in the manufacture of quantum information processors utilizing atomic arrays. The company focuses on developing full-stack quantum computing technology that simulates complex phenomena to facilitate scientific discovery. Its innovative approach employs qubits made of neutral atoms organized in large two-dimensional and three-dimensional arrays, which enables analog computing. This technology addresses a variety of challenges, including optimization, drug discovery, and machine learning, empowering organizations to tackle complex problems across these fields.
Swisspod Technologies
Grant in 2023
Swisspod Technologies SA is a transportation development firm based in Monthey, Switzerland, founded in 2019. The company specializes in designing and developing energy-efficient Hyperloop systems, which are innovative tube-based transportation solutions aimed at providing high-speed travel between distant cities. Swisspod's Hyperloop pods are fully electric and designed to be sustainable and affordable, emphasizing environmental responsibility and economic viability. The firm is committed to advancing high-speed transportation through cutting-edge Swiss engineering and is assembling a team of multidisciplinary experts dedicated to revolutionizing the future of travel.
Innitius
Convertible Note in 2023
Innitius specializes in developing diagnostic devices aimed at enhancing women's health, particularly in the context of preterm birth. Utilizing innovative torsional ultrasound technology, the company has created a patented intravaginal probe that transmits torsional waves to assess changes in tissue consistency. This technology enables medical practitioners to evaluate the risk of preterm birth and the likelihood of successful labor induction. By providing actionable diagnostics, Innitius helps healthcare providers accurately identify false indications of premature labor, thereby improving patient care and outcomes in obstetrics.
ONO
Convertible Note in 2023
Creating transformative change in urban mobility, making our cities cleaner and more enjoyable. We first focus on urban logistics, moving goods around the city in ways that are sustainable, efficient and cost-effective. Our vehicle and its modular platform system, with easily swappable modular units, meets the needs of city logistics. From moving food to flowers to furniture, the possibilities are endless. ONO’s founders, pioneer in e-mobility solutions, Beres Seelbach, former head of design at Mercedes and Volkswagen, Murat Günak, and light electric vehicle expert and engineer, Philipp Kahle, sought to rethink and reshape modern urban transportation. They put together a forward-thinking group of designers, engineers and creative thinkers who shared their vision of transforming urban mobility. ONO is a Berlin-based e-mobility company introducing a whole new category of emissions-free vehicle: the Pedal Assisted Transporter (PAT), combining the flexibility of a bicycle with the capacity and durability of a van. We offer environmentally friendly urban logistics solutions designed and optimised for cities of today.
Lace Lithography
Seed Round in 2023
Lace Lithography is a technology company specializing in the development of advanced lithography solutions for semiconductor manufacturing. Their core innovation lies in a chip patterning technology that replaces traditional light-based methods with atomic-scale precision, enabling the production of smaller, more efficient chips. This breakthrough extends the limits of Moore's Law, allowing industries to continue advancing semiconductor technology in a cost-effective and energy-efficient manner.
Limatech
Convertible Note in 2023
Limatech is a manufacturer of lithium-ion batteries specifically designed for the aviation sector, with applications in space and defense. The company produces batteries suitable for various types of aircraft, including ultralight and light-sport airplanes, helicopters, and drones, as well as marine and land applications. Limatech's batteries are utilized for starting piston and turbine engines, employing proprietary technology to enhance safety, reliability, and longevity. This innovative approach provides the aeronautics and defense industries with advanced energy storage solutions that surpass traditional lead and nickel-cadmium battery technologies.
Alice & Bob
Convertible Note in 2023
Alice & Bob is a Paris-based company founded in 2020 that specializes in the manufacture of universal, error-free quantum computers. The company’s innovative technology features self-correcting superconducting quantum bits, which provide fault-tolerant capabilities and allow for the execution of any quantum algorithm. By offering these advanced computing solutions, Alice & Bob aims to assist industries and researchers in tackling complex problems that require quantum computing power.
Aviwell is a company focused on enhancing animal health and growth through the development of natural and sustainable solutions. Utilizing a microbiota-based platform powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning, Aviwell operates at the intersection of digital and life sciences. The company aims to provide insights that improve animal health and performance while addressing the agri-food industry's challenges in sustainably feeding a growing global population. By prioritizing health and sustainability, Aviwell seeks to offer effective solutions at a reduced cost, ultimately contributing to better nourishment for the planet.
Cellbox Solutions
Grant in 2023
Cellbox Solutions is a technology company that specializes in innovative logistic solutions for the global BioMed industry. It has developed a carbon dioxide incubator designed for the storage, isolation, handling, and analysis of biological materials. This incubator offers essential logistic services and ensures the proper handling of living cells, facilitating their storage, reproduction, transportation, and analysis. By enabling the transportation of living cells via various methods, including road, rail, and air, Cellbox Solutions supports healthcare providers in their efforts to deliver the latest therapies to patients.
EBAMed SA is a Swiss startup based in Geneva that specializes in developing innovative medical devices for the non-invasive treatment of heart arrhythmias. Founded in 2018, the company focuses on creating an ultrasound-based device that utilizes proton therapy to monitor heart motion and synchronize therapeutic beams in real time. This technology allows for the precise delivery of radiation treatment to targeted heart tissues, thereby expanding treatment options for existing proton therapy centers and enabling them to treat heart patients effectively. By providing a non-invasive approach to cardiac care, EBAMed aims to improve patient outcomes and streamline treatment processes in outpatient settings.
Sensoneo is a global provider of smart waste management solutions designed to help cities and businesses manage waste in a cost-effective and environmentally responsible manner. The company utilizes proprietary ultrasonic smart sensors and sophisticated software to enable real-time monitoring of waste, facilitating data-driven decision-making and optimization of waste collection processes. Sensoneo's technology allows for significant reductions in waste collection costs, with savings of at least 30%, and decreases carbon emissions by up to 60%. The company's solutions have been implemented in various locations worldwide, including Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, Australia, and New Zealand, attracting a diverse clientele. By automating the waste lifecycle and promoting transparency in waste streams, Sensoneo empowers organizations to adopt eco-friendly practices and implement incentive programs aimed at reducing waste production.
Agade
Venture Round in 2023
Agade is a pioneering company specializing in robotic exoskeletons. Its flagship product, AgadeXo, significantly reduces muscle fatigue and injury risks by providing variable support that counteracts gravity's effect on human limbs, enabling movement akin to zero-g environments. This innovation targets operators performing repetitive tasks, aiming to enhance productivity and safety.
Agurotech specializes in agritech software and soil sensing technology aimed at enhancing agricultural practices. The company provides robust sensing solutions that deliver tailored irrigation recommendations, enabling farmers to optimize water usage and nutrient management based on data-driven insights. By leveraging Internet of Things applications, Agurotech aids farmers in making informed decisions, ultimately improving resource efficiency and increasing productivity. Their focus on data utilization helps unlock valuable information, allowing farmers to enhance their operations and achieve better outcomes in both agricultural and horticultural settings.
Naco Technologies Ltd is a manufacturer and supplier of advanced nano-coating technologies, specializing in high-performance coatings for various industries including tooling, automotive, aerospace, and microchip production. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Riga, Latvia, Naco develops multilayer and multicomponent coatings that enhance equipment performance by providing oil-enhanced, wear-protective, thermal barrier, and liquid-repellent properties. The company plays a significant role in the hydrogen sector by creating specialized coatings for Green Hydrogen systems, such as electrolyzers and fuel cells, which improve the reliability of these systems while minimizing the use of costly and scarce materials. In 2015, Naco Technologies was acquired by the Schaeffler Group, a Germany-based company, further strengthening its capabilities and market reach.
Wingtra AG is a Swiss company specializing in the manufacturing of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) drones, particularly the WingtraOne model. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Zürich, WingtraOne is designed for high-precision aerial data collection, serving various industries such as surveying, agriculture, forestry, and infrastructure. Since its introduction to the market in 2017, the drone has gained recognition for its capability to facilitate the digitization of environments, particularly for surveying professionals in sectors including construction, mining, environmental monitoring, and urban planning. Wingtra has established partnerships with over 50 leading surveying equipment dealers worldwide, enhancing its presence in the global market. The drone operates with WingtraPilot software, enabling users to collect survey-grade aerial data that can be transformed into detailed two-dimensional maps and three-dimensional models, thereby providing valuable insights for monitoring and inspection activities across multiple industries.
Qurv, established in 2020, specializes in developing advanced image sensor technologies and integrated solutions. The company's core business is enabling next-generation computer vision applications, catering to the growing demands of autonomous and intelligent systems. Qurv's innovative technology, built on over eight years of research, leverages current CMOS manufacturing and advanced materials to deliver high-performance, reliable, and functional solutions for XR devices, service robots, and automotive industries.
Pasqal SAS, founded in 2019 and headquartered in Paris, France, specializes in the manufacture of quantum information processors utilizing atomic arrays. The company focuses on developing full-stack quantum computing technology that simulates complex phenomena to facilitate scientific discovery. Its innovative approach employs qubits made of neutral atoms organized in large two-dimensional and three-dimensional arrays, which enables analog computing. This technology addresses a variety of challenges, including optimization, drug discovery, and machine learning, empowering organizations to tackle complex problems across these fields.
Kvantify is a company based in Copenhagen, Denmark, that specializes in quantum computing management software aimed at addressing complex computational challenges across various sectors, including life sciences, financial services, and logistics. Founded in 2022, Kvantify focuses on developing solutions that enhance the efficiency of processes such as drug discovery by utilizing advanced computational drug technology. This technology employs proprietary physics-based methods to improve the quality of compounds tested in laboratories, enabling life sciences companies to expedite small molecule research and achieve actionable results. Through its innovative platform, Kvantify aims to deliver significant value to its clients by solving intricate problems in their respective fields.
InPhocal specializes in advanced laser marking solutions, leveraging proprietary CERN-derived laser technology to revolutionize industrial printing. The company offers permanent, high-quality prints, focusing on expiration dates and batch codes, even on challenging surface types. Its inkless marking printer operates faster than conventional methods, enhancing existing optical technologies.
Deep Render Ltd. is a London-based AI startup that specializes in developing advanced media compression algorithms. Originating as a spin-out from the Department of Computing at Imperial College London, the company focuses on leveraging proprietary and patented technology to enhance media compression through deep learning techniques. Its innovative approach includes the application of density estimation, unsupervised learning, and quantum methods, resulting in state-of-the-art Biological Image Compression that achieves a minimum of 50% efficiency improvement over existing standards. Additionally, Deep Render is recognized for creating the first AI codec capable of real-time video playback, which allows for enhanced market opportunities and significant cost reductions for users.
Afon Technology
Grant in 2022
Afon Technology specializes in the development of non-invasive blood glucose monitoring devices aimed at benefiting individuals with diabetes. The company’s innovative technology allows for real-time, pain-free tracking of blood glucose levels, offering features such as continuous detection, potential pre-diabetic identification, and alarm alerts for high and low glucose levels. Users can access trend profiles and time-in-range statistics through a user-friendly app compatible with both iOS and Android systems. Additionally, Afon Technology’s device can transform any smartwatch into a glucose monitoring tool, providing fast and accurate measurements, data logging, and personalized health trends. This approach enhances daily management for diabetics, ultimately reducing the risk of diabetes-related complications.
Alesi Surgical
Grant in 2022
Alesi Surgical Ltd. is a company based in Cardiff, United Kingdom, specializing in the development and commercialization of laparoscopic surgical smoke handling systems. Founded in 2009 as a spin-out from the Welsh Institute for Minimal Access Therapy, Alesi Surgical focuses on creating products that enhance the safety, efficiency, and outcomes of surgical procedures. Its innovative tools are portable and suitable for both laparoscopic and robot-assisted surgeries, utilizing electrostatic precipitation technology to eliminate surgical smoke and maintain a clear visual field during operations. The company distributes its products to hospitals across Europe, the Middle East, New Zealand, and Australia, leveraging its access to experienced surgeons and surgical trainers to identify challenges in surgical procedures and design effective solutions.
Dimenco
Venture Round in 2022
Dimenco B.V. is a prominent 3D technology company based in Veldhoven, the Netherlands, specializing in autostereoscopic solutions that enhance visual experiences without the need for glasses. Founded in 2010, Dimenco develops advanced 3D displays and components, alongside software and content conversion services tailored for both professional and consumer markets. The company's innovative offerings include DirectX and OpenGL visualizers that facilitate the viewing of 3D applications on their specialized displays, as well as tools like the Dimenco 3D Player for playing 3D video clips and the Dimenco Control Tool for adjusting visualization parameters. Dimenco has established itself as a leader in providing immersive and realistic visual technology, making significant strides in the realm of simulated reality.
Gold Standard Phantoms
Grant in 2022
Gold Standard Phantoms specializes in the development, marketing, and sale of calibration services and devices for quantitative medical imaging, particularly in the realm of MRI technology. The company manufactures cylindrical phantoms that streamline the preparation process by eliminating the need for multiple sample vials, facilitating more efficient calibration. Its offerings include a cloud-based data analysis platform that ensures traceability to standardized values, allowing clinicians, medical physicists, and radiographers to obtain consistent quantitative measurements of diseases across different patients, scanners, and clinical environments. By enhancing the precision of MRI imaging, Gold Standard Phantoms aims to improve diagnostic accuracy and potentially reduce healthcare costs.
Nexdot
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Nexdot is a company specializing in the development and production of semiconductor nanocrystals known as Quantum Dots, with a particular focus on nanoplatelets—two-dimensional nanosheet Quantum Dots that exhibit enhanced properties. Originating as a spin-off from a renowned academic laboratory in Paris, Nexdot leverages over a decade of expertise in nanomaterial research. The company has invested four years in intensive research and development to establish unique capabilities in the synthesis of colloidal Quantum Dots and Nanoplatelets. Their proprietary materials, characterized by controlled shape and composition, are designed for a variety of applications, including displays, lighting, energy storage, detectors, and bio-imaging. Nexdot combines a team of highly skilled, passionate scientists with seasoned executives who possess a strong background in management and innovation leadership, positioning the company as a leader in the field.
CAILabs SAS is a French deep tech company headquartered in Rennes, specializing in the design, development, and production of photonic solutions aimed at optimizing light utilization in various applications. Established in 2013, CAILabs focuses on innovative optical components, particularly through its patented Multi-Plane Light Conversion (MPLC) technology. The company provides a range of products, including mode multiplexers, light converters, and laser beam shaping solutions tailored for the telecommunications and industrial laser sectors. Its offerings are designed to enhance the performance of fiber optic networks and laser material processing, addressing critical challenges such as atmospheric turbulence and the need for efficient signal multiplexing. CAILabs aims to leverage its expertise and technological innovations to create reliable and cost-effective solutions for clients in the photonics industry.
Creating transformative change in urban mobility, making our cities cleaner and more enjoyable. We first focus on urban logistics, moving goods around the city in ways that are sustainable, efficient and cost-effective. Our vehicle and its modular platform system, with easily swappable modular units, meets the needs of city logistics. From moving food to flowers to furniture, the possibilities are endless. ONO’s founders, pioneer in e-mobility solutions, Beres Seelbach, former head of design at Mercedes and Volkswagen, Murat Günak, and light electric vehicle expert and engineer, Philipp Kahle, sought to rethink and reshape modern urban transportation. They put together a forward-thinking group of designers, engineers and creative thinkers who shared their vision of transforming urban mobility. ONO is a Berlin-based e-mobility company introducing a whole new category of emissions-free vehicle: the Pedal Assisted Transporter (PAT), combining the flexibility of a bicycle with the capacity and durability of a van. We offer environmentally friendly urban logistics solutions designed and optimised for cities of today.
Alpine Quantum Technologies GmbH
Grant in 2022
AQT specializes in the development of quantum computer technology aimed at processing information through innovative methods. The company utilizes electric fields and single charged atoms trapped in vacuum chambers to create its quantum systems. Each quantum bit, or qubit, is represented by an ion and is manipulated and measured using precisely timed laser pulses. This technology provides clients with a clear pathway toward large-scale quantum computing solutions, ranging from scalable ion-trap processors to photonic networks that interconnect quantum computers. AQT's advancements position it at the forefront of the quantum computing landscape, offering significant potential for future applications.
Alpine Quantum Technologies GmbH
Venture Round in 2022
AQT specializes in the development of quantum computer technology aimed at processing information through innovative methods. The company utilizes electric fields and single charged atoms trapped in vacuum chambers to create its quantum systems. Each quantum bit, or qubit, is represented by an ion and is manipulated and measured using precisely timed laser pulses. This technology provides clients with a clear pathway toward large-scale quantum computing solutions, ranging from scalable ion-trap processors to photonic networks that interconnect quantum computers. AQT's advancements position it at the forefront of the quantum computing landscape, offering significant potential for future applications.
AMSIMCEL
Seed Round in 2022
AMSIMCEL is a deep tech company based in Bucharest, founded in 2017, that specializes in developing advanced computing software for the semiconductor industry. The firm focuses on creating a Physical Verification framework powered by GPU technology, which enhances the efficiency of integrated circuits (IC) verification processes. By integrating advanced parallel computing and automating circuit verification, AMSIMCEL aims to accelerate machine simulations and improve design methodologies for complex projects. The company's innovations are intended to support clients in expediting their IC design and verification processes while ensuring the delivery of custom intellectual property and high-quality, bug-free silicon.
Tilkal
Venture Round in 2022
Tilkal is a Paris-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in supply chain traceability and trust solutions for Industry 4.0. The company has developed a software infrastructure that organizes traceability data across various supply chain stakeholders, utilizing a unique B2B blockchain network to facilitate secure and verifiable data sharing. Tilkal's platform incorporates analytics and scoring algorithms to provide an end-to-end, real-time representation of supply chains. This enables businesses to address critical questions regarding product location, sourcing risks, ESG commitments, and compliance verification. Prominent clients include Danone, Daher, Joone, and the NGO Responsible Mica Initiative, which leverage Tilkal's capabilities for diverse applications such as tracing infant milk sourcing and analyzing mica supply chains. The Tilkal network comprises over 70 independent nodes and serves nearly 700 companies, reinforcing its role in promoting resilience, sustainability, and ethical practices within supply chains.
Tilkal is a Paris-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in supply chain traceability and trust solutions for Industry 4.0. The company has developed a software infrastructure that organizes traceability data across various supply chain stakeholders, utilizing a unique B2B blockchain network to facilitate secure and verifiable data sharing. Tilkal's platform incorporates analytics and scoring algorithms to provide an end-to-end, real-time representation of supply chains. This enables businesses to address critical questions regarding product location, sourcing risks, ESG commitments, and compliance verification. Prominent clients include Danone, Daher, Joone, and the NGO Responsible Mica Initiative, which leverage Tilkal's capabilities for diverse applications such as tracing infant milk sourcing and analyzing mica supply chains. The Tilkal network comprises over 70 independent nodes and serves nearly 700 companies, reinforcing its role in promoting resilience, sustainability, and ethical practices within supply chains.
AugmedIT B.V.
Grant in 2022
AugmedIT B.V. is a medical software company founded in 2018 and located in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The company specializes in developing augmented and mixed reality tools that enhance surgical procedures by enabling surgeons to create holograms of patients. AugmedIT's technology focuses on applications in neurosurgery, medical education, holographic visualization, and neuronavigation, aiming to improve precision and outcomes in medical practice through innovative visualization techniques.
At Augmedit, we're at the forefront of medical technology, where the power of augmented reality (AR) and extended Reality (XR) converge to transform the way surgeons and healthcare professionals operate and educate. Picture a world where surgeons effortlessly craft patient holograms with a few clicks, opening new avenues of patient engagement and communication. Our groundbreaking XR solutions bridge the gap between medical professionals and patients, offering a new dimension in healthcare communication. Envision patients and surgeons exploring and discussing their medical conditions and treatment options in an entirely immersive way. Or imagine pre-surgical planning collaborations between peers and colleagues... But that is just the beginning. At Augmedit, we believe in pushing the boundaries of what's possible by redefining neurosurgery with XR solutions designed to conquer neuro-navigation challenges within the operating room. Our commitment to medical innovation knows no bounds.
Vatorex
Convertible Note in 2022
Vatorex AG is a Swiss company based in Winterthur that specializes in developing electronic solutions to combat varroa mites, a significant threat to honey bee populations. Founded in 2016, the company offers innovative products designed for hive management and monitoring. Its flagship Varroa Solution employs a hyperthermic treatment system that utilizes controlled heat to eliminate varroa mites without harming the bees. Additionally, Vatorex provides the Full Hive Kit, which includes real-time monitoring and data collection capabilities, and the Hive Manager, a mobile application for organizing hive-related information. By focusing on effective and practical treatments, Vatorex aims to enhance honey bee health and support the beekeeping industry.
Nexdot is a company specializing in the development and production of semiconductor nanocrystals known as Quantum Dots, with a particular focus on nanoplatelets—two-dimensional nanosheet Quantum Dots that exhibit enhanced properties. Originating as a spin-off from a renowned academic laboratory in Paris, Nexdot leverages over a decade of expertise in nanomaterial research. The company has invested four years in intensive research and development to establish unique capabilities in the synthesis of colloidal Quantum Dots and Nanoplatelets. Their proprietary materials, characterized by controlled shape and composition, are designed for a variety of applications, including displays, lighting, energy storage, detectors, and bio-imaging. Nexdot combines a team of highly skilled, passionate scientists with seasoned executives who possess a strong background in management and innovation leadership, positioning the company as a leader in the field.
Dimenco B.V. is a prominent 3D technology company based in Veldhoven, the Netherlands, specializing in autostereoscopic solutions that enhance visual experiences without the need for glasses. Founded in 2010, Dimenco develops advanced 3D displays and components, alongside software and content conversion services tailored for both professional and consumer markets. The company's innovative offerings include DirectX and OpenGL visualizers that facilitate the viewing of 3D applications on their specialized displays, as well as tools like the Dimenco 3D Player for playing 3D video clips and the Dimenco Control Tool for adjusting visualization parameters. Dimenco has established itself as a leader in providing immersive and realistic visual technology, making significant strides in the realm of simulated reality.
Innitius
Venture Round in 2022
Innitius specializes in developing diagnostic devices aimed at enhancing women's health, particularly in the context of preterm birth. Utilizing innovative torsional ultrasound technology, the company has created a patented intravaginal probe that transmits torsional waves to assess changes in tissue consistency. This technology enables medical practitioners to evaluate the risk of preterm birth and the likelihood of successful labor induction. By providing actionable diagnostics, Innitius helps healthcare providers accurately identify false indications of premature labor, thereby improving patient care and outcomes in obstetrics.
AcouSort AB is a Swedish company focused on developing and selling laboratory products and integrated OEM solutions that utilize ultrasound technology for the separation, washing, and enrichment of biological particles such as cells and exosomes. The company specializes in automated sample preparation for researchers and life science firms, leveraging acoustofluidics technology derived from research at Lund University's Department of Biomedical Engineering. AcouSort's product offerings include AcouTrap, which isolates microscopic particles, AcouWash for washing samples, and AcouPlasma, designed for plasma separation. Through its innovative solutions, AcouSort aims to enhance research and diagnostic processes in the life sciences sector.
xFarm Technologies is a technology company dedicated to digitizing the agri-food sector by providing innovative solutions for farmers and agricultural stakeholders. The company offers a comprehensive digital farm management platform that includes applications for farm management, connected sensors, and support for digital transformation projects. Additionally, xFarm Technologies employs algorithms tailored for agricultural applications and provides training activities to enhance sector-wide capabilities. The company serves a diverse clientele, supporting approximately 80,000 farms across more than 30 supply chains, spanning 1 million hectares in over 100 countries worldwide. Through its tools and services, xFarm Technologies aims to facilitate the digitalization of processes within the agriculture industry.
tozero
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Tozero, founded in July 2022 in Munich, Germany, by Sarah Fleischer and Dr. Ksenija Milicevic Neumann, specializes in lithium-ion battery recycling technology. The company aims to accelerate decarbonization efforts by developing a scalable and sustainable machine for recovering critical materials such as lithium, nickel, cobalt, graphite, and manganese from various battery types. By enabling industries to reintroduce these valuable raw materials into the supply chain, Tozero contributes to more sustainable practices in battery production and reduces dependency on virgin resources.
Connecting Food
Venture Round in 2022
Connecting Food is a French company established in 2016 that specializes in food technology and blockchain solutions. It has developed a platform that enables real-time tracking and auditing of food products throughout the supply chain. The company's application, LiveAudit, allows for the digital auditing of product quality as it moves through production, providing transparency and traceability. This platform empowers various stakeholders, including farmers, manufacturers, retailers, and consumers, to access detailed information about food products, such as the origin of ingredients and production practices. By utilizing blockchain technology, Connecting Food enhances trust in agricultural and finished goods, helping to maintain brand integrity and consumer confidence.
Qu&Co is a prominent startup specializing in quantum-computational algorithm and software development, focusing on optimizing specialty chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and functional materials. The company creates software that enhances in-house discovery and optimization processes by advancing innovative quantum-computational chemistry methods. This technology integrates seamlessly into existing chemistry and material-science workflows, allowing industries such as pharmaceuticals to conduct complex chemistry and multiphysics simulations on future quantum processors. In January 2022, Qu&Co merged with PASQAL, a leader in neutral atom-based quantum hardware, solidifying its position as a key player in the European quantum computing landscape.
PoroUS combines non-ionizing 3D ultrasound technology and image guidance with sophisticated spectral signal processing to ensure the osteoporosis diagnosis. PoroUS’ cortical ultrasound back-scatter analysis offers a novel way to detect microstructural changes (porosity and thickness) in the cortical bone. PoroUS provides a precision- and operating independence-tool, which will improve the cost effectiveness and reduce the economic burden by preventing fragility fractures.
Newphotonics
Grant in 2022
NewPhotonics is a company focused on the development of innovative photonics technologies, specifically through the design of Photonics Engines and silicon photonics integrated circuits (PICs). These advanced optics chips aim to replace traditional complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) technology, offering efficient and cost-effective solutions for optical communications in hyper-scale data centers. By enhancing the transmission of data, NewPhotonics significantly reduces power consumption and improves reliability, effectively addressing data rate bottlenecks associated with compute and AI workloads. The company's commitment to innovation in the photonics sector positions it at the forefront of transforming optical services, providing manufacturers with solutions that lead to both energy savings and reduced material costs.
xFarm
Venture Round in 2022
xFarm Technologies is a technology company dedicated to digitizing the agri-food sector by providing innovative solutions for farmers and agricultural stakeholders. The company offers a comprehensive digital farm management platform that includes applications for farm management, connected sensors, and support for digital transformation projects. Additionally, xFarm Technologies employs algorithms tailored for agricultural applications and provides training activities to enhance sector-wide capabilities. The company serves a diverse clientele, supporting approximately 80,000 farms across more than 30 supply chains, spanning 1 million hectares in over 100 countries worldwide. Through its tools and services, xFarm Technologies aims to facilitate the digitalization of processes within the agriculture industry.
Sordina IORT Technologies
Grant in 2022
S.I.T. provides copper intraoperative electron radiation therapy, flash radiation therapy research systems, a machining laboratory, a vacuum laboratory, a radio frequency laboratory, a welding laboratory, discovering, and developing services.
Quandela is a company focused on advancing quantum computing technology, specifically in the realms of communication networks and optical computers. It specializes in manufacturing photonic quantum computers, which it supplies to industrial clients. A key innovation from Quandela is its single-photon source device, which integrates photonics with semiconductor quantum dots. This device enables the efficient collection of emitted single photons at high rates, significantly reducing charge noise decoherence and facilitating the emission of identical photons with high fidelity. Such capabilities are essential for the development of advanced quantum applications in communication, computation, and sensing, positioning Quandela as a pivotal player in the quantum technology landscape.
Reliefed Technologies
Grant in 2022
Reliefed Technologies AB, based in Varberg, Sweden, specializes in producing 3D printing components for various manufacturing sectors, including transportation, building materials, consumer products, and energy applications. The company has developed a globally patented 3D-production method called z.trusion®, which allows for the integration of 3D mass production into existing 2D production lines. This innovative technology significantly reduces energy consumption and costs, particularly in the new energy sector, where it can achieve up to 97% less energy usage and ten times higher production speeds. Reliefed Technologies focuses on advanced applications such as bipolar flow plates for fuel cells and electrolyzers, electrodes for lithium-ion batteries, and other energy-efficient solutions. The company is actively involved in industrialization projects with major multinational OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, holding 44 patents across multiple countries. Through its technology, Reliefed aims to improve product performance and facilitate recycling, while also contributing to substantial savings in material and production costs.
PhoneOptika
Venture Round in 2022
PhoneOptika specializes in the development of advanced thin optical film technology aimed at enhancing user experience and safety when viewing digital displays. The company focuses on creating innovative products that improve how users interact with devices such as mobile phones, tablets, and control monitors. By prioritizing improvements in both user experience and safety, PhoneOptika is positioned to influence the future of digital display technology.
HighLine Technology
Grant in 2022
HighLine Technology specializes in the development and commercialization of advanced dispensing technology aimed at enhancing efficiency within the photovoltaics (PV) sector. The company focuses on reducing material consumption, which not only boosts the competitiveness of solar energy solutions but also promotes sustainability in the industry. HighLine's innovative technology applies front metal contacts onto solar cells, offering a modern alternative to traditional screen printing methods. This parallel dispensing technology can be seamlessly integrated into existing production lines for silicon solar cells, allowing clients to optimize resource usage, increase electricity yield, and improve overall production throughput. Additionally, HighLine Technology extends its dispensing solutions to various other sectors, showcasing its versatility and commitment to efficiency.
xFarm Technologies is a technology company dedicated to digitizing the agri-food sector by providing innovative solutions for farmers and agricultural stakeholders. The company offers a comprehensive digital farm management platform that includes applications for farm management, connected sensors, and support for digital transformation projects. Additionally, xFarm Technologies employs algorithms tailored for agricultural applications and provides training activities to enhance sector-wide capabilities. The company serves a diverse clientele, supporting approximately 80,000 farms across more than 30 supply chains, spanning 1 million hectares in over 100 countries worldwide. Through its tools and services, xFarm Technologies aims to facilitate the digitalization of processes within the agriculture industry.
AMSIMCEL is a deep tech company based in Bucharest, founded in 2017, that specializes in developing advanced computing software for the semiconductor industry. The firm focuses on creating a Physical Verification framework powered by GPU technology, which enhances the efficiency of integrated circuits (IC) verification processes. By integrating advanced parallel computing and automating circuit verification, AMSIMCEL aims to accelerate machine simulations and improve design methodologies for complex projects. The company's innovations are intended to support clients in expediting their IC design and verification processes while ensuring the delivery of custom intellectual property and high-quality, bug-free silicon.
PoroUS
Venture Round in 2022
PoroUS combines non-ionizing 3D ultrasound technology and image guidance with sophisticated spectral signal processing to ensure the osteoporosis diagnosis. PoroUS’ cortical ultrasound back-scatter analysis offers a novel way to detect microstructural changes (porosity and thickness) in the cortical bone. PoroUS provides a precision- and operating independence-tool, which will improve the cost effectiveness and reduce the economic burden by preventing fragility fractures.
PhoneOptika specializes in the development of advanced thin optical film technology aimed at enhancing user experience and safety when viewing digital displays. The company focuses on creating innovative products that improve how users interact with devices such as mobile phones, tablets, and control monitors. By prioritizing improvements in both user experience and safety, PhoneOptika is positioned to influence the future of digital display technology.
Tripleye is a Berlin-based company founded in 2020 that specializes in providing a technology platform for the development of autonomous vehicles. The company offers automation solutions that supply engineering teams with essential technology modules. Its platform utilizes industry-standard cameras to enhance safety and deliver high-precision measurements across a full 360-degree range. This capability enables clients to support diverse applications, including autonomous machines and human-robot interactions.
Synergia Medical
Grant in 2022
Synergia Medical is focused on the development and commercialization of next-generation neurostimulation devices, leveraging optoelectronics technology. The company specializes in creating MRI-safe, implantable neurostimulators designed primarily for drug-resistant epilepsy, with potential applications in various therapeutic areas. By replacing traditional wires with fiber optics, Synergia's devices utilize photovoltaic cells to convert optical energy into electrical impulses, enhancing their functionality and safety. Over a brief period of three years, Synergia Medical has achieved ISO13485 certification, successfully developed and marketed an OEM external neurostimulator for motorized prosthetic arms, and launched its initial NAOS platform. Supported by private investors and public research grants, the company has expanded its team to thirteen highly skilled professionals with extensive experience in the field, underscoring its commitment to innovation in neurostimulation technology.
Aviwell is a company focused on enhancing animal health and growth through the development of natural and sustainable solutions. Utilizing a microbiota-based platform powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning, Aviwell operates at the intersection of digital and life sciences. The company aims to provide insights that improve animal health and performance while addressing the agri-food industry's challenges in sustainably feeding a growing global population. By prioritizing health and sustainability, Aviwell seeks to offer effective solutions at a reduced cost, ultimately contributing to better nourishment for the planet.
Reliefed Technologies
Venture Round in 2022
Reliefed Technologies AB, based in Varberg, Sweden, specializes in producing 3D printing components for various manufacturing sectors, including transportation, building materials, consumer products, and energy applications. The company has developed a globally patented 3D-production method called z.trusion®, which allows for the integration of 3D mass production into existing 2D production lines. This innovative technology significantly reduces energy consumption and costs, particularly in the new energy sector, where it can achieve up to 97% less energy usage and ten times higher production speeds. Reliefed Technologies focuses on advanced applications such as bipolar flow plates for fuel cells and electrolyzers, electrodes for lithium-ion batteries, and other energy-efficient solutions. The company is actively involved in industrialization projects with major multinational OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, holding 44 patents across multiple countries. Through its technology, Reliefed aims to improve product performance and facilitate recycling, while also contributing to substantial savings in material and production costs.
Tripleye
Venture Round in 2022
Tripleye is a Berlin-based company founded in 2020 that specializes in providing a technology platform for the development of autonomous vehicles. The company offers automation solutions that supply engineering teams with essential technology modules. Its platform utilizes industry-standard cameras to enhance safety and deliver high-precision measurements across a full 360-degree range. This capability enables clients to support diverse applications, including autonomous machines and human-robot interactions.
SiPearl is a French semiconductor company established in 2019 and headquartered in Maisons-Laffitte, Île-de-France. The company specializes in designing high-performance, low-power microprocessors aimed at powering exascale supercomputers. Its flagship product, Rhea, is based on the Arm Neoverse V1 architecture and is set to be commercialized in early 2024. SiPearl's microprocessors are intended for a variety of applications, including computing, artificial intelligence, medical research, climate change mitigation, and energy management, catering to scientific researchers as well as prominent players in the IT, electronics, and automotive industries. The company is committed to producing its microprocessors using advanced manufacturing processes from TSMC, specifically N6 or better. SiPearl also maintains research and development centers across France, Germany, and Spain, aligning its roadmap with the European Union's technological goals.
SiPearl is a French semiconductor company established in 2019 and headquartered in Maisons-Laffitte, Île-de-France. The company specializes in designing high-performance, low-power microprocessors aimed at powering exascale supercomputers. Its flagship product, Rhea, is based on the Arm Neoverse V1 architecture and is set to be commercialized in early 2024. SiPearl's microprocessors are intended for a variety of applications, including computing, artificial intelligence, medical research, climate change mitigation, and energy management, catering to scientific researchers as well as prominent players in the IT, electronics, and automotive industries. The company is committed to producing its microprocessors using advanced manufacturing processes from TSMC, specifically N6 or better. SiPearl also maintains research and development centers across France, Germany, and Spain, aligning its roadmap with the European Union's technological goals.
Qubit Pharmaceuticals
Seed Round in 2022
Qubit Pharmaceuticals is a Paris-based company established in 2020, focusing on innovative technology for pharmaceutical drug discovery. Founded by prominent academic institutions and researchers, including CNAM, CNRS, the University of Texas at Austin, Sorbonne University, and Washington University, the company leverages over 20 years of research and development. Qubit Pharmaceuticals has developed a drug discovery simulation platform that aims to significantly reduce the cost and duration of preclinical drug development. Utilizing proprietary force field models and molecular dynamics calculations, the platform facilitates virtual screening and visualization of potential drug candidates. By integrating principles of quantum physics, Qubit Pharmaceuticals supports biopharmaceutical companies in accelerating their research and development processes, ultimately enhancing the efficiency of drug discovery.
sensiBel AS, founded in 2016 and located in Oslo, Norway, specializes in the development of ultra-high-sensitivity microphones utilizing optical micro-electro-mechanical system (MEMS) technology. The company focuses on creating microphones that offer optical ultra-low noise performance, enhancing voice control technology without sacrificing acoustic overload point and total harmonic distortion. This innovative approach enables superior speech recognition capabilities and high-quality audio capture, making it a valuable contributor to advancements in voice control applications.
Agade
Venture Round in 2022
Agade is a pioneering company specializing in robotic exoskeletons. Its flagship product, AgadeXo, significantly reduces muscle fatigue and injury risks by providing variable support that counteracts gravity's effect on human limbs, enabling movement akin to zero-g environments. This innovation targets operators performing repetitive tasks, aiming to enhance productivity and safety.
Miraex SA is a Swiss company based in Lausanne, established in 2019, that specializes in the development and manufacture of photonic sensors, quantum transducers, and quantum converters. The company focuses on providing advanced solutions for industrial applications, aerospace, security and defense, and quantum networking and computing. Miraex's innovative systems are designed to enhance next-generation sensing and computing capabilities, particularly in challenging environments where traditional electronic sensors are ineffective. The company's offerings include high-sensitivity measurement tools and infrastructure for distributed quantum computing, aimed at preventing asset failures before they occur.
Lumiphase is a technology company specializing in the development of innovative optical communication chips. These chips are designed to be cost-effective, compact, and highly efficient, catering primarily to equipment vendors and cloud service providers. By utilizing silicon photonics technology, Lumiphase enables the creation of optical modules for telecommunications and data communications applications. This advancement offers clients a novel approach to data center architecture, resulting in greater flexibility, efficiency, and sustainability in the utilization of computing resources.
Crocus Labs GmbH is a Berlin-based deep tech company specializing in advanced light engine technology aimed at creating a more sustainable future. The company focuses on developing intelligent light-emitting diode (LED) solutions that reduce energy costs and enhance growth conditions for indoor farms. By employing advanced data analytics, Crocus Labs offers precise lighting control that optimizes plant growth while minimizing energy consumption. Their innovative approach supports vertical farming and greenhouse operations, allowing for the efficient cultivation of a diverse range of crops without sacrificing electrical efficiency. The company's expertise in energy-saving lighting applications serves residential, commercial, and industrial sectors globally.
Dronamics is a developer of advanced unmanned aerial systems aimed at transforming airfreight logistics. By creating a new type of small, unmanned cargo airplane that is highly fuel-efficient, Dronamics aims to democratize shipping in emerging markets. The aircraft can transport payloads of 350 kilograms over distances of 2,500 kilometers at costs significantly lower than traditional air transport, reducing shipping expenses by over 50%. Designed for autonomous flight, the aircraft can be remotely monitored and managed via satellite, making it suitable for challenging delivery scenarios, including remote and mountainous regions. As the first and only Strategic Partner for drones recognized by IATA, Dronamics is positioned to make a substantial impact in the commercial logistics sector.
Rise Technology
Grant in 2022
Rise Technology provides photovoltaic equipment, instruments, semiconductor, biomedical, and packaging products. Their customers contact them through email, mobile, and online applications.
Pasqal SAS, founded in 2019 and headquartered in Paris, France, specializes in the manufacture of quantum information processors utilizing atomic arrays. The company focuses on developing full-stack quantum computing technology that simulates complex phenomena to facilitate scientific discovery. Its innovative approach employs qubits made of neutral atoms organized in large two-dimensional and three-dimensional arrays, which enables analog computing. This technology addresses a variety of challenges, including optimization, drug discovery, and machine learning, empowering organizations to tackle complex problems across these fields.
Crocus Labs
Venture Round in 2022
Crocus Labs GmbH is a Berlin-based deep tech company specializing in advanced light engine technology aimed at creating a more sustainable future. The company focuses on developing intelligent light-emitting diode (LED) solutions that reduce energy costs and enhance growth conditions for indoor farms. By employing advanced data analytics, Crocus Labs offers precise lighting control that optimizes plant growth while minimizing energy consumption. Their innovative approach supports vertical farming and greenhouse operations, allowing for the efficient cultivation of a diverse range of crops without sacrificing electrical efficiency. The company's expertise in energy-saving lighting applications serves residential, commercial, and industrial sectors globally.
DRONAMICS
Venture Round in 2022
Dronamics is a developer of advanced unmanned aerial systems aimed at transforming airfreight logistics. By creating a new type of small, unmanned cargo airplane that is highly fuel-efficient, Dronamics aims to democratize shipping in emerging markets. The aircraft can transport payloads of 350 kilograms over distances of 2,500 kilometers at costs significantly lower than traditional air transport, reducing shipping expenses by over 50%. Designed for autonomous flight, the aircraft can be remotely monitored and managed via satellite, making it suitable for challenging delivery scenarios, including remote and mountainous regions. As the first and only Strategic Partner for drones recognized by IATA, Dronamics is positioned to make a substantial impact in the commercial logistics sector.
XenomatiX specializes in developing automotive vision systems for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving applications. Their solutions employ complementary metal oxide semiconductor-based detectors, multi-beam laser projectors, and light detection and ranging technology to provide real-time 3D digitization of a vehicle's surroundings. Additionally, their solid-state LiDAR solutions cater to industries such as road construction, surveying, industrial, mining, agriculture, off-road vehicles, and railways.
Novolyze is a company that focuses on enhancing food safety and quality for food and beverage businesses through innovative technology. It offers cloud-based solutions and microbial process validation tools that enable these companies to improve their performance and compliance in a rapidly evolving industry. By utilizing surrogate microorganisms technology, Novolyze provides specialized applications for food safety microbiology, focusing on critical equipment like steam pasteurizers, sterilizers, dryers, roasters, extruders, and ovens. The company empowers clients to achieve cleaner food production by transforming food safety and quality data into actionable insights, fostering real-time decision-making to meet the demands of modern consumers.
CAILabs SAS is a French deep tech company headquartered in Rennes, specializing in the design, development, and production of photonic solutions aimed at optimizing light utilization in various applications. Established in 2013, CAILabs focuses on innovative optical components, particularly through its patented Multi-Plane Light Conversion (MPLC) technology. The company provides a range of products, including mode multiplexers, light converters, and laser beam shaping solutions tailored for the telecommunications and industrial laser sectors. Its offerings are designed to enhance the performance of fiber optic networks and laser material processing, addressing critical challenges such as atmospheric turbulence and the need for efficient signal multiplexing. CAILabs aims to leverage its expertise and technological innovations to create reliable and cost-effective solutions for clients in the photonics industry.
Seaborg Technologies ApS, founded in 2014 and based in Copenhagen, Denmark, specializes in the development and operation of thorium-based molten salt reactors (MSR) aimed at producing safe, clean, and carbon-free nuclear energy. The company is focused on addressing future energy demands by offering innovative solutions that connect conventional nuclear reactors with the thorium fuel cycle. In addition to its reactor technologies, Seaborg develops waste burners that convert transuranic elements into green energy and creates software tools that provide computational assistance to other MSR companies. Through its compact and environmentally friendly reactors, Seaborg Technologies seeks to deliver energy at lower manufacturing costs while effectively managing nuclear waste.
Connecting Food
Grant in 2022
Connecting Food is a French company established in 2016 that specializes in food technology and blockchain solutions. It has developed a platform that enables real-time tracking and auditing of food products throughout the supply chain. The company's application, LiveAudit, allows for the digital auditing of product quality as it moves through production, providing transparency and traceability. This platform empowers various stakeholders, including farmers, manufacturers, retailers, and consumers, to access detailed information about food products, such as the origin of ingredients and production practices. By utilizing blockchain technology, Connecting Food enhances trust in agricultural and finished goods, helping to maintain brand integrity and consumer confidence.
Alice & Bob
Series A in 2022
Alice & Bob is a Paris-based company founded in 2020 that specializes in the manufacture of universal, error-free quantum computers. The company’s innovative technology features self-correcting superconducting quantum bits, which provide fault-tolerant capabilities and allow for the execution of any quantum algorithm. By offering these advanced computing solutions, Alice & Bob aims to assist industries and researchers in tackling complex problems that require quantum computing power.
Qnami AG is a Swiss company that specializes in the development of quantum sensing technologies for non-invasive magnetic imaging at the nanoscale. Founded in 2017 and based in Basel, Qnami's flagship products include the ProteusQ, a magnetic imaging microscope, and the Quantum Diamond, which features diamond probes with a single nitrogen-vacancy center for high-resolution imaging. These technologies allow for advanced applications in various fields, including multiferroic antiferromagnets, magnetic random-access memory (MRAM), and superconductivity. By enabling researchers and industries to measure electric and magnetic fields with exceptional sensitivity, Qnami enhances the capabilities of imaging techniques and supports groundbreaking scientific studies and industrial advancements.
Insolight is an energy company founded in 2015 that specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced solar panels. The company has achieved record efficiency levels of 29 percent for its solar modules, significantly lowering residential solar electricity costs. Insolight utilizes innovative optical technology that combines high efficiency with the ease of mounting similar to standard flat panels. The company has also demonstrated its capabilities through third-party validations, achieving 36 percent efficiency on lab prototypes and 29 percent on pre-industrial modules. Insolight's business model focuses on developing intellectual property, controlling wholesale distribution, and outsourcing manufacturing. Additionally, the company is engaged in creating photovoltaic systems aimed at reducing solar electricity costs in the agricultural sector, employing integrated tracking methods to optimize energy production based on the sun's position.
Scrona specializes in micro- and nanotechnology, focusing on simplifying these advanced fields for both consumers and industries. The company has developed a three-dimensional nano drip printing technology that facilitates rapid and cost-effective production. Scrona is centered on printhead development and collaborates with partners to provide comprehensive manufacturing equipment and next-generation products. This approach enables businesses to produce printed materials of high quality at reduced costs, thereby revolutionizing the landscape of micro- and nanofabrication.
DyeMansion
Venture Round in 2022
DyeMansion GmbH, established in Munich, Germany in 2013, specializes in post-processing and coloring of 3D-printed laser sintered parts. The company offers high-volume finishing systems that transform raw, 3D-printed parts into high-value consumer and industrial products, such as eyewear, automotive components, and medical devices. DyeMansion works with major 3D printing systems like EOS, HP, and 3D Systems, enabling precision coloring and finish to exact specifications. With over 400 customers, including leading global manufacturers, DyeMansion has become the global leader in additive manufacturing finishing systems for 3D-printed polymer parts.
BELKIN Vision
Grant in 2021
BELKIN Vision is a company focused on developing innovative laser devices to aid healthcare professionals in the treatment of glaucoma. Its products are characterized by being non-invasive, non-contact, instantaneous, painless, and automated, providing effective laser therapy options. The company's mission is to enhance accessibility to first-line drop-less glaucoma care, enabling any ophthalmologist to effectively treat patients. By streamlining the treatment process, BELKIN Vision aims to improve patient outcomes and overall quality of care within the medical community.
BELKIN Vision
Venture Round in 2021
BELKIN Vision is a company focused on developing innovative laser devices to aid healthcare professionals in the treatment of glaucoma. Its products are characterized by being non-invasive, non-contact, instantaneous, painless, and automated, providing effective laser therapy options. The company's mission is to enhance accessibility to first-line drop-less glaucoma care, enabling any ophthalmologist to effectively treat patients. By streamlining the treatment process, BELKIN Vision aims to improve patient outcomes and overall quality of care within the medical community.