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The Applied AI Company builds products to automate human processes within insurance, pharmaceutical, healthcare and government. AAICO’s products help reduce human error, remove manual processes and upgrade productivity.

Cybercrime is advancing at a rapid pace. Companies are struggling to counter cyber threats due to the lack of skilled resources and fragmented expertise in the market. Starting with penetration testing, bugshell has built a cybersecurity testing platform that allows companies to collaborate with European cybersecurity experts as per their requirements on an EU-based server infrastructure. The platform not only matches the best testers with the needs of businesses, but also acts as an operating system that accelerates and orchestrates the entire testing process. The result is higher quality testing, faster closure times for identified vulnerabilities, but also meaningful data from which valuable insights can be gained.

Innoplexus AG is a technology company specializing in artificial intelligence and blockchain solutions aimed at enhancing decision-making across various industries, particularly in life sciences and finance. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Eschborn, Germany, with additional offices in India and the United States, Innoplexus develops a range of products that facilitate real-time insights from both structured and unstructured data. Its life science solutions include Ontosight, which aggregates critical pharmaceutical information, and the Ontosight Xplore platform, designed for pre-clinical drug discovery. The company also offers a Clinical Trial Prediction Engine to forecast trial outcomes and a Data as a Service (DaaS) platform for accessing publicly available life sciences data. In the financial sector, Innoplexus provides AI-driven tools for risk management and compliance. Additionally, its academic solutions connect and contextualize data from public sources to support research. The company serves a diverse clientele, including pharmaceutical firms, biotechnology companies, financial institutions, and academic organizations.

BlueID GmbH, founded in 2006 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in mobile access control solutions that allow users to interact with various objects through their smartphones. The company has pioneered the concept of a digital key ring for mobile devices, facilitating identification, access control, authentication, and secure command execution. BlueID's innovative platform integrates smoothly into applications, backend systems, and existing hardware, making it versatile for various industries. Initially rooted in developing security technology for the automotive sector, BlueID has since broadened its product range to include applications in facility management and information technology, positioning itself as a leader in secure mobile access solutions.

HiperScan GmbH, founded in 2006 and based in Dresden, Germany, specializes in the development of high-performance scanners for laser beam deflection. The company focuses on light scanning technologies, offering compact scan engines that effectively scan laser beams or collimated light beams across large angles in one or two dimensions. These scan engines serve as sub-units for original equipment manufacturer (OEM) customers in various sectors, including metrology and laser writing, among others. HiperScan is recognized for its expertise in delivering innovative solutions tailored to meet the demands of diverse industrial applications.

AGO AG specializes in innovative and efficient energy supply systems for industrial customers and municipalities. The focus here is on the business areas of plant design, plant engineering as well as service and consulting. The core competence of the company lies above all in combined heat and power plants, in heat, cold and ventilation plant construction, biomass cogeneration plants and combined heat and power. Location studies / development, energy efficiency consulting and raw material and fuel management complete the business model.

Rebelle is a marketplace specializing in second-hand designer fashion, including clothing and accessories. Founded in August 2013 by Cécile Gaulke and Max Schönemann, along with the company builder Hanse Ventures, Rebelle is headquartered in Hamburg, Germany. The platform connects buyers and sellers of pre-owned luxury fashion items, promoting sustainability and offering consumers access to high-quality designer goods at more affordable prices.

ArtiMinds Robotics GmbH, based in Karlsruhe, Germany, specializes in developing software that facilitates the integration and deployment of industrial robots. The company focuses on creating sensor-adaptive motion programs for robotic arms, grippers, and tools, which bridge the gap between autonomous and traditional industrial robots. Their software generates native script code compatible with various robot controllers and supports the integration of electric grippers, force-torque sensors, vision systems, and PLC communication. In addition to their software offerings, ArtiMinds provides automation engineering and consulting services to assist manufacturing companies in automating their production processes and effectively implementing robotics solutions. With a dedicated team of over 30 employees, ArtiMinds operates independently and serves clients globally.

HiperScan GmbH, founded in 2006 and based in Dresden, Germany, specializes in the development of high-performance scanners for laser beam deflection. The company focuses on light scanning technologies, offering compact scan engines that effectively scan laser beams or collimated light beams across large angles in one or two dimensions. These scan engines serve as sub-units for original equipment manufacturer (OEM) customers in various sectors, including metrology and laser writing, among others. HiperScan is recognized for its expertise in delivering innovative solutions tailored to meet the demands of diverse industrial applications.

QuantaRed Technologies specializes in the development of advanced laser-based sensor devices that facilitate precise chemical analysis of liquids. The company collaborates with the TU Wien to create instruments that utilize quantum cascade lasers and climate-confined solvents, such as cyclohexane, to detect oil residues in water and soil at sub-ppm concentrations. QuantaRed's technology allows for on-site analysis with remarkable accuracy, capable of measuring individual molecules amidst millions of particles. The founding team has achieved significant milestones, including conducting the first liquid analysis using quantum cascade lasers and securing patents in both the European Union and the United States. Through its innovative solutions, QuantaRed enhances the management of produced water treatment and provides clients with effective process methodologies.