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Germanium Quantum Detectors (GeQD) is a deep-tech spin-off from the University of Stuttgart developing a novel germanium-based single-photon detection platform. GeQD’s technology overcomes a key limitation in photon detection by combining: 1) High sensitivity in the 600–1550 nm (VIS–SWIR) range 2) Room-temperature operation 3) Compatibility with standard CMOS semiconductor manufacturing This enables compact, scalable, and cost-efficient photon detectors, outperforming silicon-based solutions in SWIR while reducing costs by up to 10-50x compared to InGaAs and superconducting technologies. GeQD develops and produced sensors for Quantum technology research (detector modules), followed by LiDAR systems (automotive & robotics) as well as imaging and sensing applications, for instance, in the medical sector. Thus, GeQD delivers precision on the Quantum Edge.

RobCo is a company that develops modular industrial robotics systems combined with AI-driven software to automate manual and repetitive tasks in manufacturing environments. It provides a platform that includes configurable robotic hardware, no-code programming tools, AI-powered vision systems, and digital simulation to plan, test, and deploy automation workflows across applications like machine loading, palletizing, and materials handling. The company’s solutions are designed to be flexible and scalable so manufacturers can adapt robot configurations as production requirements evolve. RobCo also offers tools for remote management, predictive maintenance, and integration with existing equipment to support continuous operation. Its products aim to simplify the adoption of robotics by reducing the need for specialized programming and enabling simulation-based validation before physical deployment.

FMC is the provider of extremely efficient FeFET memory solutions for non-volatile storage. FeFET is ultra-low-power, high-performance, very dense, and extremely temperature stable. It will scale to transistor sizes ranging from 28nm to 5nm and below. The FMC team has been supported by “EXIST Forschungstransfer”, a program of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy. The company is based in Dresden, Germany.FMC commercializes a disruptive material innovation that will solve this problem for current and future technology nodes, i.e. eNVM based on ferroelectric hafnium oxide (FE-HfO2). The unexpected physical effect of ferroelectricity in HfO2 allows for the transformation of classical high-k metal-gate (HKMG) transistors into nonvolatile ferroelectric field effect transistors (FeFET). In this way, MCUs can easily be scaled from e.g. 65 nm down to 28 nm and beyond enabling tremendous advantages for the overall system: SoC cost reduction of around 80%, per bit write energy reduction by a factor of 1000 and an overall performance gain of the system of around 70% due to the transition to advanced process nodes. Due to the close relation of FeFET and CMOS baseline, there is no roadblock for FMC’s technology to be applied to cutting-edge technology nodes like 22 nm FDSOI, 1X nm FinFET and beyond.

The lightweight virtualization company.

Headmade Materials specializes in providing binder-based materials for the ColdMetalFusion metal 3D-printing process.

A company called Q.ANT creates photonic processors for AI and high-performance computing, using light for processing information. Additionally, the company manufactures quantum sensors that provide extremely sensitive magnetic field detection in a small size. These products are designed to enhance the intelligence and sustainability of systems in industries including data centers, aerospace, and medical technology.

Byte robotics developed a springboard innovative software technology for robot program generation.

Decen Space simplifies and reduces the cost of satellite communication. By linking satellite companies requiring data transmission with a global network of individuals, organizations, and businesses with ground station antennas, the platform allows those with the necessary equipment to participate and receive rewards for aiding in satellite communication with Earth. This increased accessibility to space communication also generates income possibilities on the ground.

nextnano develops software for the simulation of electronic and optoelectronic semiconductor nanodevices such as LEDs or Quantum Cascade Lasers.

Holoride is a developer of in-car VR systems for the automotive industry. It creates an entirely new media category for passengers by connecting Extended Reality (XR) content with data points from the vehicle in real-time. These data points include physical feedback, like acceleration and steering, traffic data, as well as travel route and time. Holoride technology provides a new type of immersion into any kind of VR content, creating a breathtaking, immersive experience, and significantly reducing motion sickness. The Munich, Bayern-headquartered company was formed by Daniel Profendiner, Marcus Kühne, and Nils Wollny in 2018.

Sirius is a digital music platform that provides secure digital space for music instruction, allowing musicians to create virtual music classrooms. Their website includes an online form for inquiries.

Reactive Robotics was established in Munich, Germany, as a GmbH in April 2015. With a team boasting over 12 years of experience in rehabilitation robotics research and extensive startup knowledge, as well as a strong clinical network, they are dedicated to bringing their device to fruition. They are grateful for the support of a diverse group of advisors who offer guidance in various aspects necessary for the successful launch of a medical technology company. These advisors assist with patient access, engineering, legal matters, and the regulatory process for registering medical devices.