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ANAFLASH is a semiconductor startup that develops a flash-based neuromorphic processor and test chip to demonstrate analog neurocomputing inside embedded flash memory. The company provides an energy-efficient AI solution for edge devices that operate without cloud connectivity, leveraging standard CMOS processes. Its technology enables real-time artificial intelligence inference on battery-powered devices by computing where data resides, reducing data movement and traffic. The solution integrates a non-volatile neural network computing engine to perform tasks securely without relying on cloud resources, offering a cost-effective path to edge AI. Founded in 2017 and based in San Jose, California, ANAFLASH has received funding from federal agencies including the National Science Foundation, the Department of Defense, and NASA to advance brain-inspired compute for smart edge devices.

LESSENGERS specializes in the manufacturing of optical interconnect solutions that utilize polymer wires for optical waveguides in three-dimensional space. The company designs innovative products that facilitate cost-effective direct optical coupling without the need for lens optics. These solutions are particularly suited for data center applications, enabling the connection of two points requiring optical signal transmission in communication devices. By employing transparent polymer wires, LESSENGERS provides effective wiring options for optical transceiver modules and photonics devices. This technology helps companies enhance their communication products and deliver seamless network connectivity to their users.

Nexusbe is a manufacturer specializing in atomic layer equipment technology, focusing on vacuum deposition equipment primarily for the display and semiconductor industries. The company's innovative technology provides atomic layer deposition (ALD) systems to a diverse range of clients, including companies and university research institutes. Nexusbe conducts research aimed at advancing next-generation displays and semiconductors, allowing its clients to leverage low-temperature and high-productivity spatial division technology in their applications.

Uniqconn is a telecommunications company that specializes in wireless data transmission technology aimed at replacing traditional wired transmission lines. The organization focuses on developing semiconductor integrated circuits that are engineered to be free from electromagnetic interference at commercial frequencies. This innovative approach allows clients to transfer multiple communication protocols through a single link, enhancing the efficiency and reliability of data transmission. Uniqconn's solutions cater to the growing demand for advanced telecommunications infrastructure, positioning the company as a key player in the industry.

ITDA Semiconductor's power canvas is a system IP that enables custom design of power control systems within SoCs. With the increase in complexity of SoCs, the time and cost associated with establishing power control systems are also increasing. As a result of the increased complexity, respins and ECOs are a major cause of project schedule disruptions. A new design approach is necessary to address these challenges.

Lillem is a manufacturing company specializing in the research, development, and production of materials for lithium secondary batteries. It focuses on creating innovative pouch films that enhance battery performance, offering proprietary technology that boosts capacity and stability, ensuring high-performing and reliable batteries for its customers.

Mobilint specializes in developing artificial intelligence-powered chip technology designed to accelerate deep neural network-based AI algorithms. The company offers integrated solutions through vertical integration of co-optimized algorithms, software, and hardware technologies, focusing on autonomous driving applications.

Uniqconn is a telecommunications company that specializes in wireless data transmission technology aimed at replacing traditional wired transmission lines. The organization focuses on developing semiconductor integrated circuits that are engineered to be free from electromagnetic interference at commercial frequencies. This innovative approach allows clients to transfer multiple communication protocols through a single link, enhancing the efficiency and reliability of data transmission. Uniqconn's solutions cater to the growing demand for advanced telecommunications infrastructure, positioning the company as a key player in the industry.

Optolane Technologies Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Seongnam, South Korea, founded in 2012. The company specializes in manufacturing portable photo sensor chip-based PCR machines for life science applications. It has developed a diagnostic platform that offers molecular and immunoassay point-of-care testing alternatives. Optolane's semiconductor-integrated in-vitro diagnostic devices focus on real-time and digital PCR, utilizing advanced optical and thermal control systems. By providing innovative diagnostic solutions, Optolane aims to facilitate disease diagnosis and enhance the quality of life for individuals.

VSI is a semiconductor manufacturer specializing in automotive networking technologies. It develops essential semiconductors for next-generation automotive applications, focusing on products crucial to autonomous vehicle functionality.

Baum, Inc. is a Daejeon, South Korea-based company that specializes in electronic design automation (EDA) software and solutions aimed at optimizing the energy efficiency of semiconductor designs. Founded in 2016 by experienced professionals from the semiconductor industry, Baum's technology supports hardware and software for power and thermal management, thereby enhancing low-power consumption. The company's offerings cater to engineering teams across various sectors, including automotive, mobile, networking, and server markets, enabling them to improve the efficiency of their chip designs. As a privately held entity, Baum focuses on delivering innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of its clients in the semiconductor industry.

Alsemy is a semiconductor design company that offers an AI-driven platform for automated modeling and simulation of semiconductor devices. The platform uses machine learning to build models from data collected during development, enabling models to self-learn and improve over time. By providing automated modeling and rapid simulation, the solution helps engineers and researchers shorten development cycles and reduce design errors, accelerating the path from concept to validated designs. The approach combines AI techniques with domain knowledge to support experimentation, validation, and optimization across semiconductor design workflows.