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Yesterday, Tech Tour - one of the core partners in the EIC Scaling Club - unveiled the three companies that were crowned winners of this year's Tech Tour Growth50 award. Close to 100 investors on Tech Tour's Selection Panel first nominated and then voted to compose the long list of 50 deep tech scale-ups. The selected companies were acknowledged for their 'remarkable achievements and prospects for further growth and impact, on the largest number of people, in the least amount of time'. Without further ado: Digital: ------- SiPearl (France) is building the microprocessor that will power exascale supercomputers. It is the world’s first energy-efficient HPC-dedicated microprocessor designed to work with any third-party accelerator (GPU, AI, quantum). Health: ------- DNA Script (France) was created to revolutionise DNA synthesis with enzymes. Their core R&D efforts have produced innovations in enzyme engineering, surface and nucleotide chemistries, and instrumentation. Sustainability: -------------- Carbon Clean (UK) is a global leader in industrial carbon capture solutions helping essential, but hard-to-abate, industries decarbonise. Their solutions significantly reduce the costs and environmental impacts of carbon capture compared to conventional technologies. The winners were announced yesterday in Paris at an event co-hosted with EuroQuity - Bpifrance and in partnership with Bryan, Garnier & Co, Jolt Capital, Silverpeak, Euronext and the EIC Scaling Club.

Already mentoring the 5th batch of startups at Techstars Berlin, time flies. This batch features some of the top early-stage companies tackling challenges in Biotechnology, AI, Climate Tech, Semiconductor Tech, and beyond: 🧬 Biomod AI Streamlining the CRISPR gene editing process for researchers through an intuitive SaaS platform driven by AI, simplifying concept-to-execution workflows, and facilitating detailed gene editing protocols effortlessly. 📸 caspa AI Empowering businesses to create and enhance lifestyle photos with their products using generative AI-based software, revolutionizing visual content creation with ease. 👩⚖️ CuratedAI Assisting European lawyers with an AI-driven assistant tailored for privacy and IT law, providing comprehensive support in navigating legal complexities with precision. 🔍 JoltSynSor(Techstars '24) Redefining sensor technology with AI-powered fiber-optic sensors, delivering real-time insights on force, pressure, and temperature with unparalleled accuracy and responsiveness. 🔬 Miphic Leading mitochondrial screening in drug discovery and personalized medicine with a high-throughput platform, accelerating research and development for a healthier future. 🩺 Reme-D.Inc Innovating molecular diagnostics to create accessible and affordable disease diagnostic solutions, aiming for a cleaner and healthier future for all. 🌱 CellON Pioneering technology for advanced biobased materials in energy storage and beyond, driving sustainability and innovation towards a greener future. 💡 NanoMatter Leading the semiconductor industry with cutting-edge solutions for large-scale growth of atomically thin 2D semiconductors, leveraging AI and CVD technology for improved efficiency and accessibility. 🌍 PLENO Automating carbon removal project measurement and monitoring using satellite remote sensing and AI, optimizing sustainability efforts for a brighter future. 💻 Seedsight Offering hardware & software solutions for grain quality analysis, paired with a blockchain-based platform for traceability and validation of grain origins, revolutionizing transparency in the agriculture industry. 🛵 YEESMA Providing cost-effective and sustainable electric drive unit solutions for high-volume electric vehicles, prioritizing efficiency and eco-friendliness in the mobility sector. Martin Schilling Brian Daly #techstars #unicorns #givefirst

In this era of deep tech innovation, the question for business executives becomes: How can we effectively harness these new opportunities to drive growth and stay competitive? I've witnessed firsthand the profound impact of emerging technologies on organizations striving to stay ahead of the game. It's not merely about adopting the latest technologies but also about fostering adaptability within organisations. The most successful businesses are those that dare to explore the possibilities and continuously reinvent themselves in pursuit of a brighter, more sustainable future. #DeepTech is more than just a buzzword; it's a catalyst for transformation across various sectors. Take #lifesciences and #biotech, for instance. By leveraging these cutting-edge fields, businesses can revolutionize industries responsible for a significant portion of global GDP. The potential for impact is immense, with impressive developments in R&D and digital readiness. For example, Clair Scientific's fully automated microscope based on #AI and breakthrough imaging technology can be used to produce cutting-edge R&D. I have thoroughly enjoyed collaborating with the team Hugh Simons, Anders Clemen Jakobsen and André Bertelsen, witnessing their many achievements, including winning this year's Danish Tech Challenge and Industriens Fond's Entrepreneur Award, with a DKK 500.000 grand prize. As a biotech startup or SME, I highly recommend checking out the innovative work of Clair Scientific. Their groundbreaking advancements in life sciences and biotech hold immense potential for efficiency and affordability - and their microscope could be a game-changer in your business. ➡️ Think about: How will you seize the potential of deep tech innovation to propel your organisation forward and shape your business of tomorrow? By taking a three-step approach to engaging with deep-tech ecosystems, incumbent companies can remain competitive, drive innovation, and create commercially valuable offerings. An insightful article in MIT Technology Review by François Candelon, Vinit Patel, Max Männig and John Paschkewitz. If you or someone you know is struggling or in innovation crisis, help is near. I help companies across the entire value chain, from early-stage deep tech companies building go-to-market strategies to established companies launching new business models or technology-driven solutions. https://lnkd.in/dfRy-7Pc #techdevelopment #innovationmanagement

CuspAI isn't just designing materials; they're redefining the game. Pioneering #AI, their platform acts as a material search engine on steroids! Imagine specifying the exact properties you need, and CuspAI rapidly generates and evaluates novel structures with the potential to revolutionize everything from carbon capture to clean energy storage. This transformative approach, led by the visionary duo of AI luminary Professor Max Welling and seasoned chemist Dr Chad Edwards, is poised to propel sustainable solutions forward. A Force of Innovation: It's a powerhouse of expertise! Their Cambridge and Amsterdam-based team merges cutting-edge #AI with deep chemistry knowledge. Notably, their partnership with Meta underlines a commitment to open science, prioritizing the discovery of materials crucial for combating climate change. Together, they're fast-tracking efficient carbon capture technologies, marking a significant step towards a greener future. Investment in a Sustainable Future! They are backed by investors like Hoxton Ventures and Lightspeed, and their dedication to using #AI for societal good positions them as leaders in precision materials design. Industry leaders like Charles Seely (Hoxton Ventures) and Paul Murphy (Venture Partners) have lauded CuspAI's innovative approach and exceptional team. Hussein Kanji of Hoxton Ventures further emphasizes the transformative potential of AI and CuspAI's role in spearheading this revolution. The seed funding round also saw contributions from LocalGlobe, Northzone, Touring Capital, Giant Ventures, FJ Labs, Tiferes Ventures, Zero Prime Ventures, and notable angel investors like Mehdi Ghissassi and Dorothy Chou from Google DeepMind. CuspAI's story is just beginning. How do you think AI will change how we design materials to help the environment? #AI #MaterialsScience #Vsourz #Vectors #Sustainability #CleanEnergy #CuspAI #ClimateChange

The 10 startups selected for the 2024 class of the Techstars Industries of the Future Accelerator were announced today. These companies are focused on emerging technologies across industries including AI, biotech, clean energy, and more. Read: https://bit.ly/3x0dqVK | Techstars Industries of the Future Accelerator

Ever wondered what humanity's most utilized material is, right after water? 🌍💧 The answer might surprise you—it's concrete! But here's the twist: its production is a significant contributor to CO2 emissions, posing a challenge to our planet's health. 🔍 JoltSynSor we're at the forefront of innovation, blending AI and digital twin technologies to revolutionize the construction industry. Our mission? To empower civil engineers with cutting-edge end-to-end sensing solutions. We're not just about measurements; we're about meaningful insights that pave the way for sustainable practices, significantly reducing concrete overuse and its environmental impact. Join us in redefining construction for a greener, smarter world. 🌱🛠️ #InnovationInConstruction #SustainableBuilding #JoltSynSor

Absolutely thrilled to share that we are leading Cradle's $24m Series A, and extending our partnership with Stef van Grieken and team! Cradle sits at the cusp of two major trends: the advent of ‘programmable biology’, and the acceleration of generative AI. The combination could reshape entire industries from medicine to agriculture. Still, there’s lots of loose talk about AI and its potential, and what the future may or may not hold. What’s exciting about Cradle is that their product is making a mark now – giving scientists the tools to find novel proteins, drugs and materials, and dramatically reducing the cost and time of bringing a bio-based product to market. https://lnkd.in/eNUTmS92

On 28th and 29th November, the Barcelona Deep Tech Summit arrives at the Palau de Congressos in Barcelona. It's the meeting place for startups and spin-offs, researchers, investors and corporations to find revolutionary solutions to the most complex global problems. The event will be held over two days with 30 different speakers who will share knowledge and experiences about the disruptive technology sector. Different profiles will deal with topics as varied as sustainability, quantum computing or innovation in the health sector. Are you in?

Excited to announce a new Techstars Berlin #DeepTech cohort! After assessing more than 4,000 startups, our team has selected 11 Deep Tech teams for the Spring Class of Techstars Berlin 2024. Coming from 15 different nationalities, our 27 founders in this class are visionaries with a strong entrepreneurial spirit, some of them have even left their established careers in science, academia, and corporate to become pioneers of the 21st century. And this is our Spring 2024 class 🌻👇 🧬 Biomod AI Streamlining the CRISPR gene editing process for researchers through an intuitive SaaS platform driven by AI, simplifying concept-to-execution workflows, and facilitating detailed gene editing protocols effortlessly. 📸 caspa AI Empowering businesses to create and enhance business photos with their products using generative AI-based software, delivering visual content creation with ease. 👩⚖️ CuratedAI Assisting European lawyers with an AI-driven assistant tailored for privacy and IT law, providing comprehensive support in navigating legal complexities with precision. 🔍 JoltSynSor Redefining sensor technology with AI-powered fiber-optic sensors, delivering real-time insights on force, pressure, and temperature with unparalleled accuracy and responsiveness. 🔬 Miphic Leading mitochondrial screening in drug discovery and personalized medicine with a high-throughput platform, accelerating research and development for a healthier future. 🩺 Reme-D.Inc Innovating molecular diagnostics to create accessible and affordable disease diagnostic solutions, aiming for a cleaner and healthier future for all. 🌱 CellON Pioneering technology for advanced biobased materials in energy storage and beyond, driving sustainability and innovation towards a greener future. 💡 NanoMatter Leading the semiconductor industry with cutting-edge solutions for large-scale growth of atomically thin 2D semiconductors, leveraging AI and CVD technology for improved efficiency and accessibility. 🌍 PLENO Automating carbon removal project measurement and monitoring using satellite remote sensing and AI, optimizing sustainability efforts for a brighter future. 💻 Seedsight Offering hardware & software solutions for grain quality analysis, paired with a blockchain-based platform for traceability and validation of grain origins, revolutionizing transparency in the agriculture industry. 🛵 YEESMA Providing cost-effective and sustainable electric drive units that are rare earth free, prioritizing efficiency and eco-friendliness in the mobility sector.

ExoMatter: Transforming Material Science with AI and Data 🔬 We're excited to feature an inspiring video from Josua Vieten, Co-founder and CEO of ExoMatter, a Munich-based startup that’s reshaping the future of materials science. 🚀 At ExoMatter, the focus is on harnessing computational power to revolutionize how companies select materials. By integrating #AI and extensive #DataAnalysis, ExoMatter eliminates the guesswork traditionally involved in material selection, enabling faster, cost-effective, and more sustainable solutions. 🌱 Josua shares insights from his journey, starting with his PhD at the German Aerospace Center, where he innovated new ways to store solar energy. Today, ExoMatter is advancing material science and helping companies to adopt greener materials efficiently. 🔍 Engage with Us: Are you from a company seeking sustainable material solutions? Are you interested in ExoMatter's innovative approach? Or just got questions and are interested in learning more about this startup? 💬 Drop your thoughts and inquiries below! #MaterialScience #Sustainability #Innovation #CircularEconomy