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NEW TECH CHAMPIONS UNITE 10 CEOs/founders of leading Dutch scale-ups are sounding the alarm. The Netherlands lacks the innovation and business climate in which scale-ups have the opportunity to be successful. We, as united scale-up CEOs, call on the government, investors, and companies to commit to Deeptech scale-ups to ensure the future prosperity of the Netherlands. For Johan Feenstra of SMART Photonics, being able to scale up production capacity in a timely manner is a critical success factor in their ambition to become the leading player in integrated photonics. "It is unacceptable, for example, that a new factory that can be built today would not be connected to the power grid until 2028.” Click the link for more info or go to www.techchampions.nl QuantWare Battolyser Systems Leyden Labs Nicolab Thirona Nearfield Instruments Cradle LeydenJar Axelera AI EclecticIQ

𝗖𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗽𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗗𝗲𝗹𝘁𝗮 The cabinet is advancing a €53.8 million contribution to the National Growth Fund project PhotonDelta, which will further put the Netherlands on the map as a leading player in the global chip industry. Photonic chips will make it possible to build smaller, faster and energy-efficient devices using light instead of electrons. Following a positive opinion from the National Growth Fund advisory committee, this contribution from the second phase of PhotonDelta's funding is now being granted earlier and finally. This investment is needed for Dutch participation in the European consortium PIXEurope, with which contract talks have started to create a pilot production line for integrated photonics. Components of this pilot plant are envisaged in both Eindhoven and Enschede. If international negotiations for this participation succeed, the government itself, with the approval of the European Union, intends to publicly invest €66.3 million in it. In total, there is an intended investment in PIXEurope from 11 countries and the European Commission of €380 million. It is expected that €133 million of the total amount for this pilot production line will be invested within the Netherlands. 👉 https://lnkd.in/eceYjwge #fotonischechips #ChipsAct #NGF #PIXEurope #PhotonDelta #integratedphotonics #pilotline

National Technology Day: A Tribute to the Innovators, Visionaries, and Engineers who Transform Ideas into Reality. Today, we honor the relentless pursuit of progress, the relentless spirit of innovation, and the unwavering dedication to shaping a brighter future through technology. From the revolutions in communication to the advancements in healthcare, from the marvels of space exploration to the intricacies of artificial intelligence, this day commemorates the profound impact of technology on every aspect of our lives. Let's celebrate the pioneers who dared to dream, the minds who dared to create, and the hands who dared to build. Together, let us continue to embrace the power of technology to inspire, to connect, and to transform our world for the better. #NationalTechnologyDay #ScienceAndTechnology #technology #Tech #Innovation #SustainableTech #brighterfuture #inovators #revolutions

More than 700 leaders from governments and the semiconductor and photonic chip industry are meeting in Eindhoven during PIC Summit Europe 2024 to discuss the future of the industry. The summit features keynotes and panels with leaders including the Acting Director Enabling and Emerging Technologies of the EU Commission Gustav Kalbe, Acting Director-General of Economic Affairs Tjerk Opmeer, Airbus Head of Technology Sytze Kampen, Principal Technology Analyst at Sony Faisal Kamran, and Head of Silicon Photonics at Nokia Bell Labs Nicolas Fontaine. Gustav Kalbe said, “You can see how ubiquitous applications for integrated photonics are becoming. They’re becoming a fundamental building block. The need is ever-increasing, and ever-critical because photonics underpins so many other technologies.” Eelko Brinkhoff, CEO of PhotonDelta, said: “Photonic chip technology offers solutions to big societal challenges in areas such as mobility, energy, climate change, food, and health. The hurdle we need to overcome is bringing these solutions to market faster. To do this, we need a holistic approach that combines public and private funding, entrepreneurship, and international cooperation. This is why PIC Summit Europe has placed a strong focus on stimulating cooperation between photonic and electronic chip industries, academics, industry leaders, policymakers, and value chain partners, from material suppliers to end-users. Read more in the press release: https://lnkd.in/eS5BuicP

#investment #Deeptech // Iloomina AB creates ultra-fast data transmission with silicon nitride based photonics Iloomina is a deep tech company in Chalmers Ventures' portfolio. Among the investors are Chalmers Ventures and Navigare Ventures. Iloomiina has also previously received over 10 million SEK from the EIC European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) Iloomina's technology enables ultra-fast data transmission through silicon nitride based photonics. This is a growing technology area that has the potential to address the ever-increasing demand for greater bandwidth and faster data transmission in everything from fiber optic cables to server rooms. - We are delighted to have acquired competent investors who can join us on our development journey, says Oskar Helgason, CEO of Iloomina. - We see fantastic potential in Iloomina's technology, says David Storek, Pre-seed Investment Director at Chalmers Ventures. Iloomina's unique solution can meet the future needs of fast data transmission, which is becoming increasingly important in upcoming #quantum computers and data centers. // The technology is based on over ten years of cutting-edge research at Chalmers University of Technology. The company was founded by Prof. Torres-Company, Dr. Marcello Girardi, and Dr. Oskar B. Helgason in the field of integrated photonics at the Department of Ultrafast Photonics. Full PR in comment

Dive into the visionary minds behind Energetiq! Discover exclusive insights from our founders on innovation, sustainability, and the future of energy. Read the full interview on our website below! #Energetiq #FoundersInterview #Innovation

It’s time ⌚️ for the #SEMICONeuropa in Munich again. Laith Altimime is setting the agenda of the semiconductor industry for the next couple of month: 👉 The importance of AI 👉 Chiplets and advanced packaging 👉 Sustainability and decarbonisation 👉 Talents and … 👉 Geopolitical tensions and resilience We are looking forward to the next few days and good discussions with experts from the global semiconductor family to further deepen the topics mentioned - above all to jointly discuss solutions and concepts for the challenges mentioned. Silicon Saxony SEMI Europe OECD - OCDE #semiconductor #sustainability #resilience #geopolitical

Counterpoint Conversations: Exploring Cellid’s Waveguide Products, Tech Roadmap Waveguide technology is a pivotal element in the evolution of AR glasses. It enables lightweight, compact designs while delivering high-quality visuals. These optical systems efficiently direct light, seamlessly overlaying virtual images onto the real world without adding bulk to the device. However, mass manufacturing of waveguide glasses presents significant challenges, including the need for superior material quality, precise fabrication, and cost-efficiency, while also addressing issues of scalability, consistent yield rates, and integration with other components. At the AR/VR Display Summit 2024, organized by Counterpoint Research and DSCC in Silicon Valley, US, on October 1, Flora Tang , a Senior Analyst at Counterpoint Research, had an insightful conversation with Satoshi Shiraga, the CEO and Founder of Cellid, a nanotechnology and AI-driven startup specializing in optical modules and SLAM technology for AR glasses, to explore Cellid’s roadmap for its waveguide products.

Brussels, Israel, Amsterdam, German, Singapore and of course NY & CA- world changing photonics and imaging is taking place here in #GreaterROC! Excitement filled the air at the Luminate Accelerator Finals 2024 as entrepreneurs from around the globe gathered to showcase groundbreaking innovations. James Senall, President of NextCorps, opened the event by celebrating the boundless potential of bright minds receiving the support they need to transform industries. "“Today is all about bright minds, big ideas, and the boundless potential that emerges when innovators have the support they need to bring the next great thing to industry and the world.” Rochester Mayor MALIK EVANS further emphasized the city’s role as a thriving innovation hub, even declaring September 26th as "Luminate Day." With finalists from six countries, the competition highlighted the global impact of this prestigious accelerator. Dr. Sujatha Ramanujan, Luminate Accelerator Managing Director, emphasized the importance of community in supporting the growth of emerging technologies. “In being part of this program and casting your vote, you’ve taken an important step in supporting Luminate and the future of tech. Emerging technologies wouldn’t get out of the lab without the support of a community dedicated to making what might seem impossible possible. Since we started Luminate seven years ago, we have been able to help 75 companies move their technology and businesses forward. Today, 95% of those companies are still in business and have a collective estimated value of $675 million.” Congratulations to Nicslab, iLoF, AI Optics, VoxelSensors, and all the winners driving forward the future of tech! Also shout out to Circle Optics, Inc. who were winners Cohort 2. The embedded 30 second video has a cameo appearance of both Zak (Zakariya) Niazi and Ian Gauger! #LuminateFinals, #Innovation, #TechAccelerator #CircleOptics #BoundlessPotential Read more:https://lnkd.in/eHxpSbmU

Drori & Lavie reveal how enabling and governing mechanisms legitimize an innovation ecosystem, facilitate its emergence, and direct its trajectory, while bureaucracy, resource constraints and conflicting agendas create impeding bottlenecks. Read more https://bit.ly/3U36j8o