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Exein is a cybersecurity company that specializes in protecting devices through its innovative firmware security software and middleware. The platform is designed to be embedded directly into hardware, functioning like a vaccine to enhance security from within. By operating at a lower level within the firmware, Exein aims to address the significant security threats associated with connected smart devices and the vulnerabilities present in their firmware. This approach not only enhances device protection but also ensures that the privacy and security of the device's data are maintained.

Dryad Networks GmbH, based in Berlin and Eberswalde, Germany, specializes in innovative fire detection and forest health monitoring solutions aimed at protecting vital ecosystems. Founded in 2020, the company develops a large-scale Internet of Things (IoT) network that allows public and private forest owners to monitor and analyze their woodlands effectively. Dryad's technology integrates sensor nodes, distributed gateways, and a robust analytics platform, enabling early detection of wildfires and safeguarding against various environmental threats. By focusing on the preservation of forests, Dryad Networks contributes to the protection of essential carbon sinks and natural habitats, ensuring their longevity for future generations.

QuoIntelligence is a company specializing in digital risk protection and threat intelligence, aimed at helping organizations identify and mitigate security risks. The firm operates in Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United States, serving clients in critical sectors such as government, finance, insurance, manufacturing, and transportation. QuoIntelligence provides a threat intelligence platform that delivers finished intelligence reports, which are crafted by a diverse team to offer comprehensive contextual analysis. This enables businesses to make informed security decisions, close security gaps, and comply with regulatory requirements.

1KOMMA5 ° offers all owners of electric vehicles free electricity, which they refinance through trading with so-called GHG quotas. 1KOMMA5 ° encourages a self-determined and CO2-neutral lifestyle. It combines craftsmanship and high technology to always deliver the cheapest and cleanest energy whether photovoltaics, energy storage, heat pumps, or electric car charging stations.

Liefergrün is a technology platform striving for the most convenient and sustainable delivery experience in e-commerce.

nyris GmbH is a Berlin-based company that specializes in a visual product search platform, catering to various industries such as retail, e-commerce, industrial, manufacturing, media, entertainment, and financial services. Established in 2015, nyris focuses on providing a more intuitive search experience by allowing users to find products and objects in images and videos through advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and neural networks. This platform is designed to enhance efficiency by delivering search results in under one second, thereby reducing the friction often associated with traditional text-based searches. With a presence in over 50 countries, nyris serves a diverse clientele, enabling them to improve discovery and operational processes. The company is backed by notable investors, including eCapital, IKEA, and Axel Springer.

Build38 is a global provider of mobile application protection solutions. Its solution represents a new generation of app-hardening technologies and service that protects apps from known and unknown attacks and opens the market to new digital business models. Build38 protects applications across various industries including automotive, financial, public transport and health care. Build38 is headquartered in Munich with global offices in Barcelona and Singapore. The company is a spin out of Giesecke + Devrient and ranks among the best IT Security startups in Germany. Build38 is an official GARTNER In-App Shielding Market Guide Vendor since 2019 and the first to combine: In-App Shielding + In-App Monitoring + AI-based In-App Reaction.

The VMRay Platform is a breakthrough solution for dynamic analysis of advanced threats, including zero day and targeted attacks. By surmounting inherent flaws that plague other products, VMRay Analyzer has become the gold standard for malware sandboxing among leading DFIR teams worldwide. The core of the VMRay Platform is an agentless, hypervisor-based sandbox, which is unique in combining near-total evasion resistance with full visibility into malware behavior: a trait we call X-Ray Vision. Because nothing touches or modifies the analysis environment, monitoring is invisible, and even the most evasive malware strains fully execute in the sandbox. By monitoring every interaction between malware and the target system, VMRay captures a complete and accurate record of threat behavior – data that enriches detection, incident response, digital forensics, and threat intelligence. VMRay Intelligent Monitoring excels over other solutions in distinguishing between malicious behavior and legitimate activity. As a result, VMRay Analyzer delivers precise, noise-free output that reduces false positive rates to near zero. This shortens investigations, enhances efficiency and prevents legitimate traffic from being blocked

Liefergrün is a technology platform striving for the most convenient and sustainable delivery experience in e-commerce.

Numbat specializes in high-power charging solutions combined with an integrated battery storage system designed to support electric vehicle infrastructure. Its technology aims to reduce electricity costs and alleviate pressure on power grids. The fast charging stations enable users to fully charge their electric vehicles in approximately 15 minutes, making them suitable for businesses and public facilities. By providing these charging solutions, Numbat enhances e-mobility while promoting sustainability and efficiency for both consumers and organizations.

Brighter AI Technologies GmbH, founded in 2017 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in artificial intelligence-enabled software solutions that focus on video anonymization and identity protection. The company develops innovative software to recreate daylight images from infrared night images, enhancing capabilities for security professionals in suspect identification while ensuring compliance with privacy regulations like GDPR. Brighter AI's technology effectively anonymizes personally identifiable information, such as faces, allowing organizations to utilize publicly recorded camera data for analytics and AI applications without compromising individual privacy. Recognized as a leading player in the field, the company has garnered accolades for its contributions to privacy-preserving technologies across various sectors, moving beyond its initial focus in the automotive industry.

1KOMMA5 ° offers all owners of electric vehicles free electricity, which they refinance through trading with so-called GHG quotas. 1KOMMA5 ° encourages a self-determined and CO2-neutral lifestyle. It combines craftsmanship and high technology to always deliver the cheapest and cleanest energy whether photovoltaics, energy storage, heat pumps, or electric car charging stations.

Tenzir specializes in cybersecurity solutions that focus on simplifying data management through its innovative open-core platform. This platform allows security teams to create efficient security data pipelines using easy-to-integrate components. By emphasizing open standards and interoperability, Tenzir’s solution facilitates the acquisition and processing of data from diverse sources in a streamlined manner. This enables organizations to conduct systematic investigations into cyber-attacks and enhances their defense capabilities through automated detection. Tenzir's approach aims to reduce complexity and costs while eliminating vendor lock-ins, ultimately providing transparency and scalability to cybersecurity operations.

Sweepatic operates a cloud-based platform focused on External Attack Surface Management, aimed at enhancing cybersecurity for organizations. The platform continuously maps, monitors, and manages all internet-connected assets and associated risks, providing 24/7 observations and high-impact notifications through an intuitive dashboard. By leveraging this technology, Sweepatic helps organizations structure and reduce their external attack surface, thereby minimizing their vulnerability to cyber threats. Headquartered in Belgium, Sweepatic is committed to making its customers more cyber resilient by delivering actionable insights and easy-to-remediate findings.

Exein is a cybersecurity company that specializes in protecting devices through its innovative firmware security software and middleware. The platform is designed to be embedded directly into hardware, functioning like a vaccine to enhance security from within. By operating at a lower level within the firmware, Exein aims to address the significant security threats associated with connected smart devices and the vulnerabilities present in their firmware. This approach not only enhances device protection but also ensures that the privacy and security of the device's data are maintained.

Jedox is a developer of an enterprise performance management platform that offers a unified, cloud-based software suite designed to enhance planning, analysis, and reporting for organizations. By automating repetitive tasks and leveraging artificial intelligence, Jedox simplifies complex processes and strengthens collaboration among departments. The platform empowers decision-makers with the tools they need to work more efficiently, facilitating better communication and collaboration across the business. Through its innovative solutions, Jedox aims to help organizations realize the full potential of digitalization, enabling them to make informed decisions with confidence.

Papershift is a SaaS solution for planning, tracking and reporting of working time in companies. Founded in 2015 and based in Karlsruhe, Germany, the company currently employs about 50 people and has several thousand customers in over ten European countries. The team’s vision is to help organizations better organize themselves. For example, teams can use Papershift to create duty or vacation schedules, as well as record and evaluate times. In each case, this can be done via mobile apps, a browser, terminals or via the API. The possibilities of Papershift’s software are also enhanced considerably by an open API, integrations with third-party systems, and a dedicated app store with add-ons.

The VMRay Platform is a breakthrough solution for dynamic analysis of advanced threats, including zero day and targeted attacks. By surmounting inherent flaws that plague other products, VMRay Analyzer has become the gold standard for malware sandboxing among leading DFIR teams worldwide. The core of the VMRay Platform is an agentless, hypervisor-based sandbox, which is unique in combining near-total evasion resistance with full visibility into malware behavior: a trait we call X-Ray Vision. Because nothing touches or modifies the analysis environment, monitoring is invisible, and even the most evasive malware strains fully execute in the sandbox. By monitoring every interaction between malware and the target system, VMRay captures a complete and accurate record of threat behavior – data that enriches detection, incident response, digital forensics, and threat intelligence. VMRay Intelligent Monitoring excels over other solutions in distinguishing between malicious behavior and legitimate activity. As a result, VMRay Analyzer delivers precise, noise-free output that reduces false positive rates to near zero. This shortens investigations, enhances efficiency and prevents legitimate traffic from being blocked

Troy is a FinTech company specializing in Friendly Debt Collection as a Service, emphasizing a data-driven and customer-centric approach. Recognizing that over half of customers may overlook payments due to short-term issues, Troy aims to maintain positive creditor-customer relationships, which is crucial given the high costs associated with acquiring new customers. Leveraging advanced technology alongside decades of experience in debt collection, Troy has established itself as a leader in customer experience within the industry. The company's platform integrates marketing, customer relationship management, and AI-driven targeting to enhance debt recovery rates, achieving improvements of 25% to 80% compared to traditional agencies. Client satisfaction is further evidenced by a strong customer survey rating of 4.1 out of 5. While primarily focused on corporate clients for debt collection, Troy also offers tools to enhance digitization and customer experience in internal processes.

CounterCraft is a leading provider of cyber deception and counterintelligence solutions aimed at detecting and responding to targeted cyber attacks. Established in 2015, the company operates globally, serving Fortune 500 clients, including major financial institutions, critical infrastructures, governments, and law enforcement agencies. CounterCraft's Threat Deception platform utilizes advanced campaign automation and synthetic environments to mislead attackers, allowing them to engage with fake digital assets instead of actual operational systems. This innovative approach generates relevant threat intelligence from interactions with threat actors, giving organizations critical insights to enhance their security posture. By integrating seamlessly with incident response workflows, CounterCraft enables defenders to proactively adjust their defenses in real time, ultimately reducing the risks posed by evolving threats. With offices in London, Madrid, and Washington DC, and research and development based in San Sebastian, CounterCraft continuously addresses the challenges of modern cybersecurity.

Prolupin GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Grimmen, Germany, specializes in the development and production of vegetable-based food ingredients derived from lupine seeds. As a spin-off from the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging, Prolupin leverages advanced expertise in lupine fractionation and food technology to create a range of products, including lupine protein isolate, ice cream, and various herbal food ingredients. These offerings cater to diverse sectors within the food industry, such as bakery, meat, pasta, and health foods, providing consumers with cholesterol-free, lactose-free, vegan, and gluten-free options. Prolupin's innovative approach is supported by multiple patents from the Fraunhofer Institute, solidifying its competitive position in the vegetable protein market.

envelio GmbH, founded in 2017 and based in Cologne, Germany, specializes in developing software and algorithms aimed at enhancing the planning and operation of energy networks. Its primary offering, the Intelligent Grid Platform (IGP), serves as a modular software solution that assists distribution grid operators in digitizing and automating their processes. The IGP includes applications for data quality, grid planning, and grid operation, which help identify and rectify data inconsistencies and optimize congestion management. By leveraging artificial intelligence and mathematical optimization, envelio’s platform supports the integration of numerous distributed energy resources and smart meter data, enabling grid operators to manage the complexities of modern power grids while facilitating a smoother energy transition.

Troy is a FinTech company specializing in Friendly Debt Collection as a Service, emphasizing a data-driven and customer-centric approach. Recognizing that over half of customers may overlook payments due to short-term issues, Troy aims to maintain positive creditor-customer relationships, which is crucial given the high costs associated with acquiring new customers. Leveraging advanced technology alongside decades of experience in debt collection, Troy has established itself as a leader in customer experience within the industry. The company's platform integrates marketing, customer relationship management, and AI-driven targeting to enhance debt recovery rates, achieving improvements of 25% to 80% compared to traditional agencies. Client satisfaction is further evidenced by a strong customer survey rating of 4.1 out of 5. While primarily focused on corporate clients for debt collection, Troy also offers tools to enhance digitization and customer experience in internal processes.

BlueID GmbH, founded in 2006 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in a mobile access control platform that allows users to utilize their smartphones for identification, access control, and authentication. The company's innovative solutions enable smartphones to interact with various objects globally, facilitating secure command execution and the sharing of commonly used items. Originally focused on developing security technology for the automotive sector, BlueID has since diversified its product offerings to encompass applications in facility management and IT. Its platform integrates seamlessly with mobile applications, backend systems, and existing hardware, emphasizing simplicity, intelligence, and security in its designs.

The VMRay Platform is a breakthrough solution for dynamic analysis of advanced threats, including zero day and targeted attacks. By surmounting inherent flaws that plague other products, VMRay Analyzer has become the gold standard for malware sandboxing among leading DFIR teams worldwide. The core of the VMRay Platform is an agentless, hypervisor-based sandbox, which is unique in combining near-total evasion resistance with full visibility into malware behavior: a trait we call X-Ray Vision. Because nothing touches or modifies the analysis environment, monitoring is invisible, and even the most evasive malware strains fully execute in the sandbox. By monitoring every interaction between malware and the target system, VMRay captures a complete and accurate record of threat behavior – data that enriches detection, incident response, digital forensics, and threat intelligence. VMRay Intelligent Monitoring excels over other solutions in distinguishing between malicious behavior and legitimate activity. As a result, VMRay Analyzer delivers precise, noise-free output that reduces false positive rates to near zero. This shortens investigations, enhances efficiency and prevents legitimate traffic from being blocked

Brighter AI Technologies GmbH, founded in 2017 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in artificial intelligence-enabled software solutions that focus on video anonymization and identity protection. The company develops innovative software to recreate daylight images from infrared night images, enhancing capabilities for security professionals in suspect identification while ensuring compliance with privacy regulations like GDPR. Brighter AI's technology effectively anonymizes personally identifiable information, such as faces, allowing organizations to utilize publicly recorded camera data for analytics and AI applications without compromising individual privacy. Recognized as a leading player in the field, the company has garnered accolades for its contributions to privacy-preserving technologies across various sectors, moving beyond its initial focus in the automotive industry.

Sweepatic operates a cloud-based platform focused on External Attack Surface Management, aimed at enhancing cybersecurity for organizations. The platform continuously maps, monitors, and manages all internet-connected assets and associated risks, providing 24/7 observations and high-impact notifications through an intuitive dashboard. By leveraging this technology, Sweepatic helps organizations structure and reduce their external attack surface, thereby minimizing their vulnerability to cyber threats. Headquartered in Belgium, Sweepatic is committed to making its customers more cyber resilient by delivering actionable insights and easy-to-remediate findings.

UltraSoC Technologies is an independent provider of system-on-chip (SoC) infrastructure, facilitating the rapid development of embedded systems utilizing advanced SoC devices. Headquartered in Cambridge, with research and development labs in Colchester, the company specializes in on-chip analytics that enhance debugging and optimization processes. Its innovative infrastructure integrates built-in intelligence to continuously monitor and respond to real-world behavior, allowing designers to efficiently create and refine SoCs while reducing costs. By focusing on these capabilities, UltraSoC supports the evolving needs of embedded system developers.

IPlytics GmbH, founded in 2012 and based in Berlin, operates an online patent analytics platform that assists organizations in analyzing market developments, technology trends, and competitive positions related to patenting and standardization. The platform offers integrated tools for patent analysis, valuations, mapping, and landscaping, including the identification of standard essential patents and patent licensing terms. It enables users to make informed decisions regarding patent positioning, licensing costs, investments, and emerging technologies. Developed by a team of economists, data scientists, and AI engineers, IPlytics combines extensive global patent data with advanced analytical capabilities, allowing users to strategically align their patent portfolios and understand competitive landscapes. The platform is particularly beneficial for technology and IP management teams facing resource constraints, as it streamlines access to critical data for actionable insights and strategic decision-making.

RIPS Technologies GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Bochum, Germany, specializes in automated security analysis software for web applications. The company focuses on identifying threats, scanning code, and providing real-time analysis to track security scores. Known for its advanced PHP code analyzer, RIPS Technologies has developed innovative security testing technologies that can automatically detect complex vulnerabilities, including those in deeply nested code. Recently, the company has expanded its capabilities to include analysis in other programming languages such as Java and JavaScript. As of April 30, 2020, RIPS Technologies operates as a subsidiary of SonarSource SA.

Uptempo is the software provider for effective Marketing Resource Management (MRM). The company gives enterprise marketers the visibility and control to optimize their marketing operations. The enterprise-level MRM solution turns marketing into a business-building powerhouse by letting marketing leaders get on top of their budgets, people workflows, campaigns, and marketplace performance. The company's all-in-one modular marketing suite covers the entire marketing process, including planning, budgeting, creation, development, and asset management, by analyzing content and providing performance reviews in a closed loop, allowing medium and large organizations to keep team members, suppliers, and partners aligned and marketing productivity to increase.

Ferroelectric Memory Company (FMC) specializes in the development of advanced memory solutions utilizing ferroelectric field effect transistors (FeFET), which are characterized by their ultra-low power consumption, high performance, and exceptional temperature stability. The company focuses on non-volatile storage technologies based on ferroelectric hafnium oxide (FE-HfO2), which allows for significant scaling of transistors from 65nm to 28nm and smaller. FMC’s innovations enable substantial reductions in system costs and energy consumption, achieving approximately 80% cost savings, a factor of 1000 reduction in per-bit write energy, and a 70% increase in overall system performance. Its technology is particularly well-suited for integration into artificial intelligence applications and is compatible with cutting-edge processes like 22nm FDSOI and 1X nm FinFET, facilitating its adoption in the latest chip designs. Based in Dresden, Germany, FMC has received support from the EXIST Forschungstransfer program of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, which underscores its commitment to advancing memory technology.

Theva is a leading developer and manufacturer of high-temperature superconductor (HTS) coatings, specializing in flexible coated conductors for electrical power engineering. With over a decade of experience, the company leverages proprietary technology and a comprehensive patent portfolio to advance coated conductor technology. Theva's coatings are designed for various applications, including electronics, sensors, and medical technology, providing reliable materials that can easily replace traditional copper conductors. This innovation enables the delivery of higher currents through the same cross-section as copper, significantly reducing power loss. Additionally, Theva's equipment manufacturing unit, staffed by highly experienced professionals, focuses on designing specialized equipment and components for physical coating processes, ensuring high standards in quality control and setting benchmarks for HTS quality assurance globally.

Sonnen is a developer of solar-based energy storage systems that provide clean and affordable energy solutions for residential homes, agricultural farms, and commercial enterprises. Since the introduction of the Sonnenbatterie in Germany and Austria in 2011, the company has focused on integrating energy storage with home automation platforms. This integration allows users to actively manage their energy consumption, optimizing the use of energy harvested from solar photovoltaic systems or the grid. Sonnen's offerings extend beyond simple storage, incorporating features such as smart metering and virtual power plant integration, designed to enhance energy management and provide tailored solutions for various energy needs.

Jedox is a developer of an enterprise performance management platform that offers a unified, cloud-based software suite designed to enhance planning, analysis, and reporting for organizations. By automating repetitive tasks and leveraging artificial intelligence, Jedox simplifies complex processes and strengthens collaboration among departments. The platform empowers decision-makers with the tools they need to work more efficiently, facilitating better communication and collaboration across the business. Through its innovative solutions, Jedox aims to help organizations realize the full potential of digitalization, enabling them to make informed decisions with confidence.

Creapaper develops an innovative raw material for paper production that is made mostly out of grass fiber. They provide the paper industry with a new raw material for the production of paper and cardboard – grass! Or, to be more precise, it’s actually dried hay. It is prepared using their own patented process according to the requirements of the corresponding paper mill and is then incorporated into its production cycle as a raw material instead of virgin fibres (wood) or recycled paper. If wood is substituted by grass as a raw material for the production of paper and cardboard, CO2 emissions arising from the manufacturing process are reduced by up to 75%.

As the technology leader in organic photovoltaics, Heliatek develops, produces and distributes industrial-grade organic PV solar solutions for virtually any building surface (horizontal, vertical, curved, rigid, and flexible). Heliatek stands for energy solutions designed for various traditional and never been possible before applications based on its unique features – it is ultra-light, flexible and truly green. HeliaSol® is a ready-to-use solution, ideal for retrofitting on existing building structures. HeliaFilm® is tailor-made solar film for companies in the building and construction material industry, to integrate into their façade or roof system products. Heliatek currently employs about 160 people at the Dresden and Ulm locations in Germany. The Free State of Saxony, the Federal Republic of Germany, and the European Union funded research and development, as well as the installation of the production technology.

Open-Xchange is a developer of open-source messaging and collaboration software founded in 2005. The company aims to foster an open, safe, and free digital environment, allowing businesses and individuals to connect and collaborate effectively. Its platform offers secure storage and document management solutions, catering primarily to telecommunications companies, hosting services, and service providers. By prioritizing the development of integrated tools that enhance productivity and facilitate communication, Open-Xchange focuses on delivering long-term value to its customers in a rapidly evolving market. The company has established a reputation for agile software development, continually adapting its products and services to meet the changing needs of its users.

Uptempo is the software provider for effective Marketing Resource Management (MRM). The company gives enterprise marketers the visibility and control to optimize their marketing operations. The enterprise-level MRM solution turns marketing into a business-building powerhouse by letting marketing leaders get on top of their budgets, people workflows, campaigns, and marketplace performance. The company's all-in-one modular marketing suite covers the entire marketing process, including planning, budgeting, creation, development, and asset management, by analyzing content and providing performance reviews in a closed loop, allowing medium and large organizations to keep team members, suppliers, and partners aligned and marketing productivity to increase.

Videantis is a one-stop computer vision and video processor IP provider, delivering flexible computer vision, imaging and multi-standard HW/SW video coding solutions for automotive, mobile, consumer, and embedded markets. Based on a unified processor platform approach that is licensed to chip manufacturers, videantis provides tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of its customers. With core competencies of deep camera and video application expert know-how and strong SoC design and system architecture expertise, videantis serves a worldwide customer basis with a diverse range of target applications, such as advanced driver assistance systems and autonomous driving, mobile phones, AR/VR, IoT, gesture interfacing, computational photography, in-car infotainment, and over-the-top TV. Videantis has been recognized with the Red Herring Award and multiple Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Awards as one of the fastest growing technology companies in Germany.

Prolupin GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Grimmen, Germany, specializes in the development and production of vegetable-based food ingredients derived from lupine seeds. As a spin-off from the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging, Prolupin leverages advanced expertise in lupine fractionation and food technology to create a range of products, including lupine protein isolate, ice cream, and various herbal food ingredients. These offerings cater to diverse sectors within the food industry, such as bakery, meat, pasta, and health foods, providing consumers with cholesterol-free, lactose-free, vegan, and gluten-free options. Prolupin's innovative approach is supported by multiple patents from the Fraunhofer Institute, solidifying its competitive position in the vegetable protein market.

RIPS Technologies GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Bochum, Germany, specializes in automated security analysis software for web applications. The company focuses on identifying threats, scanning code, and providing real-time analysis to track security scores. Known for its advanced PHP code analyzer, RIPS Technologies has developed innovative security testing technologies that can automatically detect complex vulnerabilities, including those in deeply nested code. Recently, the company has expanded its capabilities to include analysis in other programming languages such as Java and JavaScript. As of April 30, 2020, RIPS Technologies operates as a subsidiary of SonarSource SA.

Theva is a leading developer and manufacturer of high-temperature superconductor (HTS) coatings, specializing in flexible coated conductors for electrical power engineering. With over a decade of experience, the company leverages proprietary technology and a comprehensive patent portfolio to advance coated conductor technology. Theva's coatings are designed for various applications, including electronics, sensors, and medical technology, providing reliable materials that can easily replace traditional copper conductors. This innovation enables the delivery of higher currents through the same cross-section as copper, significantly reducing power loss. Additionally, Theva's equipment manufacturing unit, staffed by highly experienced professionals, focuses on designing specialized equipment and components for physical coating processes, ensuring high standards in quality control and setting benchmarks for HTS quality assurance globally.

Cysal is a biotechnology company that develops novel fermentation technologies and products for its clients. The company offers a range of services, including fermentation-based technology development and optimization and selection of microbial stains. Cysal was founded in 2012 by Ahmed Sallam and Martin Krehenbrink.

Temicon is a global technology leader and series producer of micro- and nanostructured films, components and functional surfaces. Their products are key components in lighting and optical systems, displays, and life science products. Photolithography, electroforming, injection molding, and roll nanoimprint are the key technologies for volume production. temicon has committed itself to the development and production of "detailed solutions", with regard to small quantities as well as full production of thousands or even millions of micro- or nanostructured components. In order to fulfil customer’s requirements temicon works by means of UV-LiGA technologies.

Open-Xchange is a developer of open-source messaging and collaboration software founded in 2005. The company aims to foster an open, safe, and free digital environment, allowing businesses and individuals to connect and collaborate effectively. Its platform offers secure storage and document management solutions, catering primarily to telecommunications companies, hosting services, and service providers. By prioritizing the development of integrated tools that enhance productivity and facilitate communication, Open-Xchange focuses on delivering long-term value to its customers in a rapidly evolving market. The company has established a reputation for agile software development, continually adapting its products and services to meet the changing needs of its users.

Uptempo is the software provider for effective Marketing Resource Management (MRM). The company gives enterprise marketers the visibility and control to optimize their marketing operations. The enterprise-level MRM solution turns marketing into a business-building powerhouse by letting marketing leaders get on top of their budgets, people workflows, campaigns, and marketplace performance. The company's all-in-one modular marketing suite covers the entire marketing process, including planning, budgeting, creation, development, and asset management, by analyzing content and providing performance reviews in a closed loop, allowing medium and large organizations to keep team members, suppliers, and partners aligned and marketing productivity to increase.

Sonnen is a developer of solar-based energy storage systems that provide clean and affordable energy solutions for residential homes, agricultural farms, and commercial enterprises. Since the introduction of the Sonnenbatterie in Germany and Austria in 2011, the company has focused on integrating energy storage with home automation platforms. This integration allows users to actively manage their energy consumption, optimizing the use of energy harvested from solar photovoltaic systems or the grid. Sonnen's offerings extend beyond simple storage, incorporating features such as smart metering and virtual power plant integration, designed to enhance energy management and provide tailored solutions for various energy needs.

The VMRay Platform is a breakthrough solution for dynamic analysis of advanced threats, including zero day and targeted attacks. By surmounting inherent flaws that plague other products, VMRay Analyzer has become the gold standard for malware sandboxing among leading DFIR teams worldwide. The core of the VMRay Platform is an agentless, hypervisor-based sandbox, which is unique in combining near-total evasion resistance with full visibility into malware behavior: a trait we call X-Ray Vision. Because nothing touches or modifies the analysis environment, monitoring is invisible, and even the most evasive malware strains fully execute in the sandbox. By monitoring every interaction between malware and the target system, VMRay captures a complete and accurate record of threat behavior – data that enriches detection, incident response, digital forensics, and threat intelligence. VMRay Intelligent Monitoring excels over other solutions in distinguishing between malicious behavior and legitimate activity. As a result, VMRay Analyzer delivers precise, noise-free output that reduces false positive rates to near zero. This shortens investigations, enhances efficiency and prevents legitimate traffic from being blocked

As the technology leader in organic photovoltaics, Heliatek develops, produces and distributes industrial-grade organic PV solar solutions for virtually any building surface (horizontal, vertical, curved, rigid, and flexible). Heliatek stands for energy solutions designed for various traditional and never been possible before applications based on its unique features – it is ultra-light, flexible and truly green. HeliaSol® is a ready-to-use solution, ideal for retrofitting on existing building structures. HeliaFilm® is tailor-made solar film for companies in the building and construction material industry, to integrate into their façade or roof system products. Heliatek currently employs about 160 people at the Dresden and Ulm locations in Germany. The Free State of Saxony, the Federal Republic of Germany, and the European Union funded research and development, as well as the installation of the production technology.

Rhebo Industrial Protector monitors the continuous operation of Industrial Control Systems to prevent outages and reduce downtimes. Its fully automatic anomaly detection guarantees maximum operational security and protection from cyberattacks. Operators of automated production and critical infrastructures benefit from Rhebo’s solution by enormous cost savings due to the reduction of system outages.

Greenergetic GmbH, founded in 2013 and based in Bielefeld, Germany, specializes in the sale of photovoltaic cells and systems to consumers through an online platform. As a subsidiary of innogy SE, the company provides comprehensive online tools that facilitate the configuration of photovoltaic systems for residential use. Greenergetic offers a white-label online portal, enabling energy providers to present energy-efficient products, including photovoltaic systems, energy storage solutions, heating options, and smart home technologies, to their customers. The company aims to simplify and enhance access to the renewable energy market for individuals and businesses alike.

Theva is a leading developer and manufacturer of high-temperature superconductor (HTS) coatings, specializing in flexible coated conductors for electrical power engineering. With over a decade of experience, the company leverages proprietary technology and a comprehensive patent portfolio to advance coated conductor technology. Theva's coatings are designed for various applications, including electronics, sensors, and medical technology, providing reliable materials that can easily replace traditional copper conductors. This innovation enables the delivery of higher currents through the same cross-section as copper, significantly reducing power loss. Additionally, Theva's equipment manufacturing unit, staffed by highly experienced professionals, focuses on designing specialized equipment and components for physical coating processes, ensuring high standards in quality control and setting benchmarks for HTS quality assurance globally.

Jedox is a developer of an enterprise performance management platform that offers a unified, cloud-based software suite designed to enhance planning, analysis, and reporting for organizations. By automating repetitive tasks and leveraging artificial intelligence, Jedox simplifies complex processes and strengthens collaboration among departments. The platform empowers decision-makers with the tools they need to work more efficiently, facilitating better communication and collaboration across the business. Through its innovative solutions, Jedox aims to help organizations realize the full potential of digitalization, enabling them to make informed decisions with confidence.

PERORA GmbH is a biotechnology company based in Heidelberg, Germany, established in 2013. The company develops innovative solutions for weight management and obesity treatment, notably through a polymer-based fat-binding medical device. Additionally, PERORA produces and markets REDIA, a nutritional supplement recognized for its health benefits, specifically in lowering postprandial blood sugar levels. This product has received patents in the European Union, the United States, and other countries, and has been clinically validated for use in patients with type 2 diabetes. REDIA is available for purchase in Germany through its website and various online pharmacies. PERORA aims to expand its offerings by establishing a subscription model for the self-management of chronic, age-related metabolic health in Europe and seeks to license its products for international markets.

Prolupin GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Grimmen, Germany, specializes in the development and production of vegetable-based food ingredients derived from lupine seeds. As a spin-off from the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging, Prolupin leverages advanced expertise in lupine fractionation and food technology to create a range of products, including lupine protein isolate, ice cream, and various herbal food ingredients. These offerings cater to diverse sectors within the food industry, such as bakery, meat, pasta, and health foods, providing consumers with cholesterol-free, lactose-free, vegan, and gluten-free options. Prolupin's innovative approach is supported by multiple patents from the Fraunhofer Institute, solidifying its competitive position in the vegetable protein market.

Sonnen is a developer of solar-based energy storage systems that provide clean and affordable energy solutions for residential homes, agricultural farms, and commercial enterprises. Since the introduction of the Sonnenbatterie in Germany and Austria in 2011, the company has focused on integrating energy storage with home automation platforms. This integration allows users to actively manage their energy consumption, optimizing the use of energy harvested from solar photovoltaic systems or the grid. Sonnen's offerings extend beyond simple storage, incorporating features such as smart metering and virtual power plant integration, designed to enhance energy management and provide tailored solutions for various energy needs.

Prolupin GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Grimmen, Germany, specializes in the development and production of vegetable-based food ingredients derived from lupine seeds. As a spin-off from the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging, Prolupin leverages advanced expertise in lupine fractionation and food technology to create a range of products, including lupine protein isolate, ice cream, and various herbal food ingredients. These offerings cater to diverse sectors within the food industry, such as bakery, meat, pasta, and health foods, providing consumers with cholesterol-free, lactose-free, vegan, and gluten-free options. Prolupin's innovative approach is supported by multiple patents from the Fraunhofer Institute, solidifying its competitive position in the vegetable protein market.

Sonnen is a developer of solar-based energy storage systems that provide clean and affordable energy solutions for residential homes, agricultural farms, and commercial enterprises. Since the introduction of the Sonnenbatterie in Germany and Austria in 2011, the company has focused on integrating energy storage with home automation platforms. This integration allows users to actively manage their energy consumption, optimizing the use of energy harvested from solar photovoltaic systems or the grid. Sonnen's offerings extend beyond simple storage, incorporating features such as smart metering and virtual power plant integration, designed to enhance energy management and provide tailored solutions for various energy needs.

Temicon is a global technology leader and series producer of micro- and nanostructured films, components and functional surfaces. Their products are key components in lighting and optical systems, displays, and life science products. Photolithography, electroforming, injection molding, and roll nanoimprint are the key technologies for volume production. temicon has committed itself to the development and production of "detailed solutions", with regard to small quantities as well as full production of thousands or even millions of micro- or nanostructured components. In order to fulfil customer’s requirements temicon works by means of UV-LiGA technologies.

As the technology leader in organic photovoltaics, Heliatek develops, produces and distributes industrial-grade organic PV solar solutions for virtually any building surface (horizontal, vertical, curved, rigid, and flexible). Heliatek stands for energy solutions designed for various traditional and never been possible before applications based on its unique features – it is ultra-light, flexible and truly green. HeliaSol® is a ready-to-use solution, ideal for retrofitting on existing building structures. HeliaFilm® is tailor-made solar film for companies in the building and construction material industry, to integrate into their façade or roof system products. Heliatek currently employs about 160 people at the Dresden and Ulm locations in Germany. The Free State of Saxony, the Federal Republic of Germany, and the European Union funded research and development, as well as the installation of the production technology.

Prolupin GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Grimmen, Germany, specializes in the development and production of vegetable-based food ingredients derived from lupine seeds. As a spin-off from the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging, Prolupin leverages advanced expertise in lupine fractionation and food technology to create a range of products, including lupine protein isolate, ice cream, and various herbal food ingredients. These offerings cater to diverse sectors within the food industry, such as bakery, meat, pasta, and health foods, providing consumers with cholesterol-free, lactose-free, vegan, and gluten-free options. Prolupin's innovative approach is supported by multiple patents from the Fraunhofer Institute, solidifying its competitive position in the vegetable protein market.

Geo-En plans and builds integral energy supply systems for heating, cooling and electricity. Geo-En systems increase the property value by using renewable heat and cold energies. The hybrid systems of Geo-Encombine heat pumps with cogeneration or solar technology and thus, achieve efficiency targets as well as cost targets. As a powerful source for shallow geothermal energy, Geo-Enhas developed the groundwater circulation well technology. It provides energy ten times that of a conventional probe through the circulation of groundwater and is already known as a patent. For optimal management of geothermal energy systems and hybrid systems, Geo-Enoffers comfortable management and monitoring systems. Since its establishment in 2007, Geo-En has implemented over 20 large systems, from 50 kW up to 1 MW of heating. The energy systems supply power to office buildings, residential buildings and complete districts. Geo-En follows and manages the systems through a centralised control station.

Turbina Energy, founded in 2006 and headquartered in Unterhaching, Bayern, Germany, specializes in the development, manufacturing, marketing, and installation of innovative small wind turbines and hybrid power systems. The company focuses on creating sustainable and economically viable energy solutions, with products ranging from 1kW to 4kW. Through extensive research and development, Turbina Energy aims to contribute to cleaner environmental practices while offering tailored energy solutions that cater to diverse needs. Their commitment to smart design and functionality positions them as a key player in the renewable energy sector.

Open-Xchange is a developer of open-source messaging and collaboration software founded in 2005. The company aims to foster an open, safe, and free digital environment, allowing businesses and individuals to connect and collaborate effectively. Its platform offers secure storage and document management solutions, catering primarily to telecommunications companies, hosting services, and service providers. By prioritizing the development of integrated tools that enhance productivity and facilitate communication, Open-Xchange focuses on delivering long-term value to its customers in a rapidly evolving market. The company has established a reputation for agile software development, continually adapting its products and services to meet the changing needs of its users.

Sonnen is a developer of solar-based energy storage systems that provide clean and affordable energy solutions for residential homes, agricultural farms, and commercial enterprises. Since the introduction of the Sonnenbatterie in Germany and Austria in 2011, the company has focused on integrating energy storage with home automation platforms. This integration allows users to actively manage their energy consumption, optimizing the use of energy harvested from solar photovoltaic systems or the grid. Sonnen's offerings extend beyond simple storage, incorporating features such as smart metering and virtual power plant integration, designed to enhance energy management and provide tailored solutions for various energy needs.

Evodos is a Dutch company based in Breda that specializes in the development and production of centrifugal force systems utilizing its patented Spiral Plate Technology (SPT). This innovative technology enables the efficient separation of solid materials from liquids, allowing for the formation of stackable pie shapes or pastes with various consistencies. Evodos's systems are designed for high separation efficiency and low energy consumption, making them suitable for applications in the algae dehydration and oil purification markets. The company offers machines with flow volumes ranging from 750 liters per hour to 40 cubic meters per hour, ensuring versatility in handling different volumes. Evodos's equipment is characterized by its compact design, low noise levels, and minimal maintenance costs, positioning it as a leader in sustainable technology solutions.

Cysal is a biotechnology company that develops novel fermentation technologies and products for its clients. The company offers a range of services, including fermentation-based technology development and optimization and selection of microbial stains. Cysal was founded in 2012 by Ahmed Sallam and Martin Krehenbrink.

Subitec GmbH, founded in 2000 as a spin-off from the Fraunhofer Institute for Interfacial and Biotechnology, specializes in manufacturing microalgae biotechnology cultivation equipment and turn-key production systems. The company offers a range of Flat Panel Airlift Photobioreactors in various sizes, including 6 liter, 28 liter, 100 liter, and 180 liter volumes, along with essential components such as lighting systems, media feeds, temperature control, and harvesting tools. Subitec's systems are designed for diverse applications, including nutraceuticals, food and feed, aquaculture, cosmetics, research, and energy markets. The company provides solutions for indoor, outdoor, compact, and hybrid systems, as well as pilot plants, enabling clients to produce sustainable bio-products from microalgae. Based in Stuttgart, Germany, Subitec operates as a subsidiary of Roeser Medical GmbH & Co. KG.

Geo-En plans and builds integral energy supply systems for heating, cooling and electricity. Geo-En systems increase the property value by using renewable heat and cold energies. The hybrid systems of Geo-Encombine heat pumps with cogeneration or solar technology and thus, achieve efficiency targets as well as cost targets. As a powerful source for shallow geothermal energy, Geo-Enhas developed the groundwater circulation well technology. It provides energy ten times that of a conventional probe through the circulation of groundwater and is already known as a patent. For optimal management of geothermal energy systems and hybrid systems, Geo-Enoffers comfortable management and monitoring systems. Since its establishment in 2007, Geo-En has implemented over 20 large systems, from 50 kW up to 1 MW of heating. The energy systems supply power to office buildings, residential buildings and complete districts. Geo-En follows and manages the systems through a centralised control station.

CNM Technologies is a German company specializing in the development, production, and marketing of carbon-based nanomembranes. Their company with research and development activities is located in Bielefeld. CNM Technologies has a broad patent portfolio that protects materials, manufacturing processes and end products. They work in a close network of development partnerships with prestigious institutes, universities and industrial companies in several European countries.

Broadband United GmbH (BroadU) improve the transmission characteristics of existing copper lines in the subscriber access network. All BroadU solutions are based on Interference Cancellation Technology (IFC). BroadU has developed IFC together with Vierling Communications GmbH, Ebermannstadt, the Chair of Information Transmission, Erlangen, iAd GmbH, Großhabersdorf and other partners. IFC products significantly reduce crosstalk interference on telephone cables. With DSL signals, this allows up to 100 percent more range and transmission rate as well as significantly higher cable assignment and stability.

Feranova is a manufacturer and service provider in the solar industry, specializing in both photovoltaic (PV) and concentrated solar power (CSP) projects. The company manages all stages of project development internally, from planning to implementation. After successfully developing an innovative CSP-aluminium mirror, Feranova is now concentrating on the planning and commercialization of solar thermal equipment, both in Germany and internationally. Additionally, the company constructs turn-key solar thermal facilities for thermal solar power plants, offering a range of products that include sandwich mirrors, CSP collectors, and PV modules. Feranova aims to transform environmental challenges into economically viable projects, catering to both private and industrial clients while promoting global environmental preservation.

Saperatec, founded in December 2010, is based in Bielefeld, where it operates comprehensive production facilities focused on the separation of bonded and coated materials. The company specializes in recycling technology that enables the processing of multi-layer materials into secondary raw materials. Utilizing both physical and chemical principles, Saperatec's innovative technology enhances the conversion of waste into recyclable materials, providing valuable recycling alternatives for various products. Additionally, the facility includes a laboratory dedicated to exploring and developing new technologies, further advancing the company's capabilities in the recycling sector.

Svh24.de is a Germany-based online shop specializing in tools, equipment, and production supplies. SVH Handels-GmbH is a wholly owned subsidiary of HAHN + KOLB Werkzeuge GmbH based in Ludwigsburg. SVH Handels-GmbH and HAHN + KOLB Werkzeuge GmbH are companies of the Würth Group based in Künzelsau. The Würth Group is the world market leader in its core business of trading in assembly and fastening materials. It currently consists of over 400 companies in more than 80 countries and employs more than 70,000 people. Further information about the Würth Group can be found at www.wuerth.com . As early as 1998, Alexander Schmidt founded the predecessor company of today's SVH Handels-GmbH. The high commitment to the needs of its customers has since formed the basis for the steady growth of the company. The online shop svh24.de is the procurement portal for professional craftsmen and ambitious DIY enthusiasts to meet their recurring needs.

Gollmann Picking Systems specializes in the development, production, and marketing of automated storage systems tailored for pharmacies and industrial applications. Founded in early 2006, the company has quickly grown to employ over 60 people and has garnered multiple awards for its innovative solutions. Gollmann's offerings include robotic dispensing and vending machines designed to automate the storage of small products, enhancing operational efficiency for pharmacies by simplifying inventory management. In addition to its product line, the company provides a wide range of services, including remote monitoring, repair, and training, supported by a nationwide service network.

eZelleron is an innovative company with the intention to revolutionize portable power supply. Accumulator systems and batteries do not come up to the growing demands on portable and mobile energy storages in a satisfactory way. eZellerons new fuel cell technology is extremely light, works on all fuels and is low cost since the start of serial production in 2014.

As the technology leader in organic photovoltaics, Heliatek develops, produces and distributes industrial-grade organic PV solar solutions for virtually any building surface (horizontal, vertical, curved, rigid, and flexible). Heliatek stands for energy solutions designed for various traditional and never been possible before applications based on its unique features – it is ultra-light, flexible and truly green. HeliaSol® is a ready-to-use solution, ideal for retrofitting on existing building structures. HeliaFilm® is tailor-made solar film for companies in the building and construction material industry, to integrate into their façade or roof system products. Heliatek currently employs about 160 people at the Dresden and Ulm locations in Germany. The Free State of Saxony, the Federal Republic of Germany, and the European Union funded research and development, as well as the installation of the production technology.

Novaled AG is a technology provider specializing in organic light-emitting diode (OLED) technologies, targeting the organic electronics market. Based in Dresden, Germany, and established in 2003, the company focuses on high-efficiency, long-lifetime OLED structures, leveraging its expertise in synthetic and analytical chemistry. Novaled offers complete solutions that include its proprietary Doping technology and materials, catering to customers in various sectors, including televisions and mobile devices. The company has built strong partnerships with major players in the OLED industry and holds a robust intellectual property portfolio, with over 500 patents granted or pending. Additionally, Novaled maintains branch offices in Asia to support its global operations.

Jedox is a developer of an enterprise performance management platform that offers a unified, cloud-based software suite designed to enhance planning, analysis, and reporting for organizations. By automating repetitive tasks and leveraging artificial intelligence, Jedox simplifies complex processes and strengthens collaboration among departments. The platform empowers decision-makers with the tools they need to work more efficiently, facilitating better communication and collaboration across the business. Through its innovative solutions, Jedox aims to help organizations realize the full potential of digitalization, enabling them to make informed decisions with confidence.

Open-Xchange is a developer of open-source messaging and collaboration software founded in 2005. The company aims to foster an open, safe, and free digital environment, allowing businesses and individuals to connect and collaborate effectively. Its platform offers secure storage and document management solutions, catering primarily to telecommunications companies, hosting services, and service providers. By prioritizing the development of integrated tools that enhance productivity and facilitate communication, Open-Xchange focuses on delivering long-term value to its customers in a rapidly evolving market. The company has established a reputation for agile software development, continually adapting its products and services to meet the changing needs of its users.

4JET is a manufacturer specializing in laser systems for surface treatment, focusing primarily on the automotive and glass industries. Established in 2006, the company has emerged as a leader in laser systems for edge deletion of thin-film solar cells and tire labeling. Additionally, 4JET provides solutions for various industrial cleaning tasks, including the cleaning of molds, tools, and fixtures, as well as paint and coating removal from tires and automotive components. The company produces pulsed CO2 lasers for these applications and collaborates with Mitsubishi International GmbH for global sales since 2007. Based in Hückelhoven, a skilled team of physicists and engineers at 4JET is dedicated to advancing laser process technology and integrating these processes into turnkey production plants for industrial use.

Jedox is a developer of an enterprise performance management platform that offers a unified, cloud-based software suite designed to enhance planning, analysis, and reporting for organizations. By automating repetitive tasks and leveraging artificial intelligence, Jedox simplifies complex processes and strengthens collaboration among departments. The platform empowers decision-makers with the tools they need to work more efficiently, facilitating better communication and collaboration across the business. Through its innovative solutions, Jedox aims to help organizations realize the full potential of digitalization, enabling them to make informed decisions with confidence.

DIVOLUTION is a German company that offers testing and targeting technology.