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AI Technology & Systems specializes in AI software infrastructure, aiming to streamline the deployment of AI models and applications on edge devices, such as micro-controllers and single-board computers. The company has developed an open-source product, dnn compiler, to foster a developer community focused on the vast market of micro-controllers. Additionally, AI Technology & Systems offers an end-to-end AIoT software toolset and integrated development platform that transforms sensors into intelligent devices. This platform enables AI models to utilize data for responsive actions and alerts, regardless of connectivity, allowing clients to harness artificial intelligence to uncover business opportunities and enhance their overall value.

(re)conceive ai develops an ultra-low-power hardware platform for processing the next generation of artificial intelligence at the Edge.

Astrileux Corporation is a semiconductor R&D company, driven by a desire to make technology faster and more accessible. The future is exciting, and continually seek new ways to advance the state of human kind. Astrileux’s strategy is to design revolutionary advanced engineering technologies that enable high volume manufacturing of next generation integrated circuits (IC) chips. The implications of this development are to accelerate the arrival of next generation computing technology creating faster, smaller more powerful mobile devices and providing evolutionary advances in quality of life for a globally-social electronic community. To implement this strategy Astrileux will strive to champion the market in technology/cost performance, enable new untapped market segments for chipmakers and drive clean tech products.

GENUINO is a Sports Tech business founded in Italy and accelerated at Pulse Lab in New York. GENUINO’s platform will transform sports memorabilia into a AAA rated asset and allow users to buy and sell game-worn apparel peer-to-peer. GENUINO has developed a certification protocol for authenticating, certifying, and purchasing match-worn apparel using blockchain technology as the enabler. Proprietary web and mobile applications, supported by IoT, allow users to bid on game-worn apparel and trust its authenticity through the authentication mechanism.

Krtkl Inc., founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, provides a platform for monitoring and controlling connected devices in the cloud. The company specializes in embedded systems, wireless communication, and robotics, offering hardware designed for applications in artificial intelligence, deep learning, computer vision, security, and surveillance. Krtkl's modular, open-standards-based computing solutions are tailored for size, weight, and power-constrained environments, enabling organizations to quickly develop and implement advanced capabilities in robotics, sensing, and space systems. Through its innovative approach, Krtkl aims to democratize access to advanced technology, facilitating the rapid deployment of networking solutions and real-time mechatronic systems.

Dynamic Air Cooling is a new ecological way to generate cold for industrial or residential air cooling and refrigeration. Our technology decreases temperature by -60°C and has no impact on environment: it uses no synthetic coolants and has neither thermal nor CO2 emissions. DAC is up to 50% cheaper comparing to traditional A/C or refrigeration technology.

Authena is an IoT and Blockchain platform used for traceability and authenticity protection of brands. With its platform, the company revolutionizes how brands of high-value goods protect their products and reputation against counterfeiting and reach unprecedented levels of end-user engagement. It protects product identity against counterfeit, product diversion, and fraud by gaining access to detailed customer insights and analytics and improving finances by limiting distribution costs and boosting direct-to-consumer sales.

Go aceit is a dynamic, interactive, and personalized web app that trains the user to master the mental side of performance. Performance is dramatically affected by a lack of self-awareness, self-confidence, and the inability to cope with stress. These soft skills are underdeveloped yet crucial to a person’s success and well-being. Between the ages of 15-25, there is a concentration of performance moments that can cause acute stress.

Accern Corporation, based in New York, develops a no-code web surveillance software platform that automates research and data analysis processes. Its technology is particularly beneficial in financial research, fundamental investing, coverage banking, and quantitative trading, serving a range of clients, including hedge funds, asset managers, and news media sectors. Accern's platform leverages advanced natural language processing and forecasting features to extract insights from unstructured data, thereby minimizing time to value and maximizing return on investment. The company partners with significant industry players and is recognized as a Forbes 30 Under 30 company. Accern was incorporated in 2014 and is supported by various venture capital firms.

Accern Corporation, based in New York, develops a no-code web surveillance software platform that automates research and data analysis processes. Its technology is particularly beneficial in financial research, fundamental investing, coverage banking, and quantitative trading, serving a range of clients, including hedge funds, asset managers, and news media sectors. Accern's platform leverages advanced natural language processing and forecasting features to extract insights from unstructured data, thereby minimizing time to value and maximizing return on investment. The company partners with significant industry players and is recognized as a Forbes 30 Under 30 company. Accern was incorporated in 2014 and is supported by various venture capital firms.

Ianacare, Inc. is a health care company focused on supporting family caregivers through its ianacare platform, which offers products and services via mobile applications. Founded in 2017 and based in Newton Center, Massachusetts, the company provides care management for individuals with chronic illnesses and other challenges. The platform facilitates connections among caregivers, care recipients, and care supporters, ensuring that users receive the encouragement and resources they need. Ianacare aims to empower caregivers by drawing on the experiences of caregivers, patients, and medical professionals, thereby addressing the complexities of caregiving in a comprehensive manner.

Ozark Integrated Circuits provides design techniques, modeling and design tools for integrated circuits and systems on chip for extreme environments.

Vitro IoT employs integrated ECC hardware cryptography in small, low power, low cost devices that interface with any type of digital device (e.g. scanners, cameras, sensors, scales, meters) to capture and secure verified data at the source. Verified data is assembled into authenticated IoT Blocks: data encrypted, hashed and signed with Proof-of-Origin for secrecy and security in transport and at rest. A hosted "oracle" decrypts IoT Block data through Zero-Trust (IAM) authenticated access by users and applications.

Synthara AG is a Zurich-based company that specializes in designing advanced sensors for industrial Internet of Things (IoT) applications and other energy-constrained environments. Founded in 2019, Synthara offers solutions that enable consumer devices, such as wearables, augmented and virtual reality headsets, and health monitoring systems, to incorporate smart features that were previously limited due to computational constraints. The company’s technology supports a range of applications, including aerospace, automotive, and drone technologies, by providing server-class performance for neural networks with a remarkably low energy consumption of 10 TOPs per watt. Synthara AG's innovations aim to enhance the functionality of portable and wireless devices, ultimately improving their operational capabilities.

Keto A.I., Inc. is a company based in Houston, Texas, specializing in swimming pool maintenance services through its innovative technology platform. The company has developed an AI-based skimmer plate that offers valuable insights into pool safety and maintenance. This skimmer plate is equipped with sensors that monitor water quality, water levels, and equipment performance. The collected data is streamed to the cloud and analyzed using artificial intelligence, allowing clients to effectively track and manage their swimming pools. By leveraging advanced technology, Keto A.I. enhances pool maintenance processes, providing users with essential information for optimal pool care.

Weeve is a developer of a secured IoT-Blockchain platform that facilitates the commercialization of the Internet of Things within the sharing and data economy. The platform connects various machine protocols, allowing businesses to harness the potential of the machine economy without requiring extensive coding knowledge. This non-code approach not only saves time and costs but also provides clients with full data sovereignty through a user permission edge platform. As a result, companies can generate value from their connected assets by leveraging data-driven services at the edge.

Amphasys is a technology company specializing in chip-based single-cell analysis technology that aims to simplify and expedite complex cell analyses, making them accessible at the point of use rather than solely in advanced laboratories. Founded in 2012 as a spin-off from Axetris AG, Amphasys developed its core technology in 2004 in collaboration with the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne. Through extensive research across various cell types, it has demonstrated versatility for applications such as pollen and milk analysis. The technology streamlines processes by eliminating the need for time-consuming sample preparations, such as cell labeling, and reduces reliance on costly laboratory infrastructure. This enables clients to perform label-free analyses of single-cell characteristics, including cell size, morphology, viability, and differentiation. Amphasys has received recognition for its innovation, including the prestigious Swiss startup prize from the W.A. de Vigier Foundation in 2013.

Hashing Systems is a production studio focused on facilitating the development of decentralized applications on the Hedera Hashgraph platform. The company offers a suite of tools designed to enhance user interaction with blockchain technologies while maintaining security. Key products include Hash.js, which provides libraries for secure key management; Composer, a browser-based tool for interacting with smart contracts; and the Decentralized Web Console, which helps users manage resources within their Hedera infrastructure. Additionally, Hashing Systems offers the Hash Name Service for app and account connections, DailyStamp.io for hashgraph-based blogging and social media, and MyHBARTokens.com, a web wallet for token transactions. Founded in 2018 and based in Dallas, Texas, Hashing Systems aims to simplify the development process, making it more accessible for developers engaging with decentralized finance and smart contracts.

ABAKA Holdings Ltd. is a London-based company that operates an intelligent savings platform aimed at enhancing the financial wellbeing of employees. The platform, known as ABAKA, allows employers to increase awareness of employee benefits and engage directly with their staff. It empowers employees by providing tailored financial guidance and personalized nudges to improve their financial literacy. Additionally, ABAKA is recognized as the world's first digital saving and retirement enterprise SaaS platform, utilizing artificial intelligence to support financial institutions in delivering scalable advice on pensions, savings, and investments. Its suite of modular applications enables functionalities such as conversational AI, intelligent behavioral nudges, and digital financial dashboards. With over 9 million users benefiting from its technologies, ABAKA's solutions are licensed by leading banks, pension providers, and asset managers globally. The company also maintains a strategic partnership with Avaloq Group AG and has been operational since its incorporation in 2016.

ABAKA Holdings Ltd. is a London-based company that operates an intelligent savings platform aimed at enhancing the financial wellbeing of employees. The platform, known as ABAKA, allows employers to increase awareness of employee benefits and engage directly with their staff. It empowers employees by providing tailored financial guidance and personalized nudges to improve their financial literacy. Additionally, ABAKA is recognized as the world's first digital saving and retirement enterprise SaaS platform, utilizing artificial intelligence to support financial institutions in delivering scalable advice on pensions, savings, and investments. Its suite of modular applications enables functionalities such as conversational AI, intelligent behavioral nudges, and digital financial dashboards. With over 9 million users benefiting from its technologies, ABAKA's solutions are licensed by leading banks, pension providers, and asset managers globally. The company also maintains a strategic partnership with Avaloq Group AG and has been operational since its incorporation in 2016.

Artiria Medical SA develops micro-actuated device to treat vascular diseases. Its products bring micromotion deep in the brain arteries, enabling a navigation and stroke treatment. It empowers catheters and guidewires. Artiria Medical SA was incorporated in 2019 and is based in Lausanne, Switzerland.

Axion Technologies is a cyber security company. The goal is to develops cutting edge encryption and 2-factor authentication capabilities.

Westlight AI develops data provenance systems designed to offer support for repurposed malware, blockchain, and AI. Through novel applications of AI, the company's systems re-conceptualize data access and control. Westlight AI, Inc. was founded in 2019 by Aaron Greenblatt and is based in Palo Alto, California.

Asvin GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Stuttgart, Germany, specializes in cybersecurity software and IoT security updates for Internet of Things devices. The company offers a comprehensive toolbox designed to manage cyber threats and oversee the lifecycles of IoT devices. Its platform enables the identification of devices on networks, monitors their software status, and facilitates the secure distribution of updates. By employing advanced cryptographic algorithms, Asvin aims to protect networked devices from vulnerabilities and cyberattacks. The company's mission is encapsulated in its name, derived from the Sanskrit word for divine twins, symbolizing its commitment to "healing" the Internet of Things from security flaws and ensuring the integrity of connected devices through a blockchain-secured update distribution service.

Authena is an IoT and Blockchain platform used for traceability and authenticity protection of brands. With its platform, the company revolutionizes how brands of high-value goods protect their products and reputation against counterfeiting and reach unprecedented levels of end-user engagement. It protects product identity against counterfeit, product diversion, and fraud by gaining access to detailed customer insights and analytics and improving finances by limiting distribution costs and boosting direct-to-consumer sales.

Aesyra SA designs and manufactures medical devices named AesyBite that monitors and relieves sleep bruxism. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Lausanne, Switzerland.

Aspivix SA, based in Lausanne, Switzerland, specializes in the development of innovative surgical instruments for gynecology, focusing on enhancing patient comfort during procedures. Founded in 2015, the company has created a patented, disposable device that employs gentle vacuum suction to stabilize the cervix, replacing traditional sharp-teeth forceps. This approach not only minimizes pain but also significantly reduces the risk of lesions, bleeding, and cross-infections. The technology enables physicians to perform gynecological procedures more safely and effectively, improving overall patient care.

AVAtronics SA is a company based in Lausanne, Switzerland, founded in 2016, that specializes in developing advanced noise-canceling technology for a variety of electronic devices such as headphones, earbuds, hearing aids, and speakerphones. The company has created an Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) solution characterized by low power consumption and wide-band capabilities, allowing it to effectively eliminate unwanted noises while maintaining high-quality audio for music and speech.

Revolution Computing is developing a radical new approach to accelerating emerging sparse machine learning workloads. Through the Revolution Architecture, we are capable of delivering 4x the performance at half of the energy of alternative solutions. These capabilities come from fundamentally re-inventing the microprocessor to handle an era where irregular compute and abundant data access patterns are commonplace.

C2A Security Ltd. is a cybersecurity company based in Jerusalem, Israel, specializing in solutions for the automotive and trucking industries. Founded in 2016, C2A develops a comprehensive suite of cybersecurity products designed to provide end-to-end protection for vehicles. Its offerings include the stamper, SecMon, the protector, and DoIP Client, which collectively address various layers and attack surfaces within vehicles. The company's innovative approach incorporates artificial intelligence and machine learning, enabling original equipment manufacturers to detect and mitigate cyber threats ranging from autonomous system hacks to chip-level vulnerabilities. C2A's solutions are tailored to meet the specific needs of automotive manufacturers, focusing on cost-efficiency, rapid market deployment, and seamless integration into existing systems.

Akiba is an innovative platform that transforms the management of employee savings funds and financial resources. It enables companies to oversee employee funds in a digital and transparent manner, facilitating efficient administration. Additionally, Akiba provides credits and payroll advances, streamlining access to financial support for employees. The platform also features a money-saving and investment component, offering users the opportunity to shop online with discounts and earn two percent cash back on their purchases. Through these services, Akiba aims to enhance financial well-being for both companies and their employees.

Ayata Intelligence is an Artificial Intelligence company that strives to make products and services that create a positive impact. We are developing a wearable smart device that has assistive technology capabilities for the visually challenged.

Alogo Analysis SA is a Swiss company who provide statistical data for equestrian sports, specifically show-jumping. Their goal is to modernize the discipline by introducing innovative solutions to quantify the athletes’ performance. They develop and provide a range of products providing novel performance statistics for show-jumping training and high-level international competitions, ultimately to improve understanding, enhance spectator experience and increase fan engagement.

Komp-ACT SA, founded in 2018 and based in Écublens, Switzerland, specializes in manufacturing electric motion technologies for the electric manufacturing industry. The company produces a range of products, including electric linear actuators, electronic controllers, and electric direct-drive grippers. Komp-ACT has developed an innovative electric actuator solution called Modula, aimed at enhancing the performance of industrial machines in the automation sector. This technology not only reduces weight and maintenance costs but also minimizes electric and mechanical failures, leading to lower energy consumption and CO2 emissions. By streamlining the assembly, installation, and adjustment processes for machinery, Komp-ACT supports builders and end-users while contributing to environmental sustainability.

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Ashton Instruments is a startup located in Cambridge that specializes in the manufacturing of advanced cycling power meters. These power meters are designed to be inserted into the hollow spindles of SRAM or FSA road and mountain bike cranksets, featuring a plug-and-play installation for user convenience. The product serves as a reliable training and performance tracking tool for cyclists, offering auto-zeroing and temperature compensation to ensure accurate data across various riding conditions. Additionally, the power meters are equipped with both ANT+ and Bluetooth capabilities and are constructed from durable aluminum, which enhances their reliability and performance.

AMS-Qi was founded in 2012, to support the global expansion of AMS LTD. (Advanced Measurement Systems, Haifa, Israel (www.ams.co.il),a privately held company operating and leading in the unique intersection of optics, fine mechanics, heat transfer and electronics since 1990. Founded by Dr. Anatoly Menn and Dr. Joseph Krimerman, world experts in electro-optics, process control and high temperature measurements, AMS-Qi is focusing its product development and commercial operations on the US power generation and microelectronic markets. AMS-Qi is dedicated to meeting customers’ needs with its unique turn-key and serial production capabilities.

Solid Access Technologies, based in Newburyport, Massachusetts, specializes in the manufacturing of ultra-fast Solid State Disk (SSD) products designed to enhance the performance of business-critical applications. Founded in 2002, the company adheres to industry standards and utilizes widely available components to ensure reliability and efficiency. Their USSD I/O accelerators are noted for delivering superior input/output operations per second (IOPS) and bandwidth performance, which helps clients reduce operating costs and minimizes the risk of SSD failure. Solid Access has established a reputation for offering some of the fastest storage technologies globally, successfully competing against other popular storage types. With headquarters in the Boston area and research and development operations in Prague, Czech Republic, Solid Access actively pursues global opportunities through direct sales and partnerships across North America, Europe, and Asia.