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07/08/2025

🔦 The number of chip-related projects we’ve seen this year says a lot. Chips aren’t just in computers anymore—they’re powering our cars, our data, even our future.

We’ve already introduced startups building photonic chips (CCRAFT) and cooling solutions for microchips (Chiral Nano).

Today, meet Lightium, a startup tackling one of the biggest challenges in tech: how to move massive amounts of data faster, and with less energy.

Their secret? ⚡ Photonic chips built on thin-film lithium niobate—a material that’s ultra-fast, ultra-efficient, and now finally scalable for real-world use.

From AI systems to data centers and satellites, Lightium’s chips are built to keep up with the explosion in global data traffic.

💡 Discover how they're shaping the future of high-performance computing → https://lightium.com

04/08/2025

New week, new winner! And this Monday, we bring you a robot that listens.

Meet Embodied AI, an EPFL spin-off building smart robotic arms you can literally talk to. 🤖

Their signature invention? A soft, flexible robot arm that’s:

• Safe to use around people
• Easy to control via Python or ROS
• Even able to follow commands like: “Pick up the red cup.”

That’s because they combine robotics with AI language models, letting the machine see, understand, and act—without needing a robotics degree to run it.

From research labs to future factories, they’re making robotics feel more human.

This forward-thinking approach made them a top winner in this year’s Industrials & Engineering vertical 🏅

Want to see what the future of intuitive robotics looks like? 👉 https://embodiedai.ch

31/07/2025

👀 You can’t protect what you can’t see.

That’s the problem with biodiversity today: most of it is invisible—especially the rare, hidden, or tiny species that matter most.

But what if we could listen to nature… through the air?

🌬️ That’s what DNAir is doing. This startup has developed smart air samplers that collect traces of DNA floating in the air—left behind by animals, plants, fungi, and even microbes.

Then, using lab analysis and data science, they decode which species are nearby. No binoculars, no field teams, no guesswork.

📡 Real-time biodiversity insights.
🧬 From forests, farms, or even cities.
⚠️ Helping detect endangered species, invasive threats, or ecosystem collapse—before it’s too late.

That’s why DNAir won 2nd place in Social & Environmental Impact. Because their mission isn’t just innovative—it’s essential.

🌍 Learn how DNA floating in the air could help save entire ecosystems → https://www.dnair.earth

28/07/2025

🌞💸 What if your company could fight climate change and cut costs—without installing a single solar panel?

Sounds impossible. It’s not. Meet DEC Energy, our 3rd place Finance & Insurance winner, shaking up the world of corporate sustainability.

Many companies today face pressure to reduce their carbon footprint — from investors, regulators, or their own climate goals. To prove they’re using green electricity, they need to buy Guarantees of Origin (GOs) — certificates that show their energy comes from renewables.

But buying GOs is:

❗ Complicated
💰 Expensive
😵‍💫 And often not very transparent

DEC Energy flips the model. Instead of buying certificates on a crowded market, companies can rent solar panels directly—on DEC’s platform. They get:

• Real solar power ☀️
• Certified green energy credits ✅
• A clear emissions reduction dashboard 📊
• And up to 20% savings on energy-related costs 🚀

All without ever touching a rooftop.

♻️ It’s smart, streamlined, and scalable.

That’s how DEC Energy is turning complex green-energy compliance into a cost-saving opportunity, changing sustainability from a chore into a clear business advantage.

🌐 Check it out → https://dec-energy.ch

24/07/2025

🧠 Today’s brain surgery is like navigating a city with a static map — helpful, but far from perfect.

Surgeons rely on scans taken before the operation. But once they begin, the brain can shift slightly, and real-time visibility is limited — which makes precision incredibly difficult. Clee Medical changes the game by delivering:

📸 Live, super-detailed images right during surgery (300 000× more detail than MRI)
🤖 AI that highlights vital structures like blood vessels, helping surgeons safely navigate in real time, like a GPS for the brain

✨ The result? Safer, faster, more accurate surgeries.

That’s why they took 3rd place in Health & Nutrition this year!

Explore the future of brain surgery 👉 https://www.cleemedical.com

21/07/2025

In a world where speed is everything and demand for computing power keeps exploding, one thing is holding us back: heat. 🔥

When microchips overheat, they slow down, fail, or waste energy. That’s the challenge Chiral Nano is solving—right at the material level.

This ETH Zürich & Empa - Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology spin-off has developed robotic systems that can precisely integrate nanomaterials—like carbon nanotubes—into next-generation microchips. Not just in a lab. At speed, with industrial precision.

Why does that matter ? Because these materials don’t just boost performance — they reduce heat buildup and improve energy efficiency at the source. No fans. No bulky cooling systems. Just a microscopic layer that unlocks faster, more reliable electronics.

Less heat = more speed.
Less energy wasted = more sustainable computing.

From semiconductors and IoT sensors to quantum technology and medical devices, Chiral Nano's innovation paves the way for a new era of high-performance electronics, bridging the gap between groundbreaking science and real-world manufacturing.

🏆 That’s what earned them 2nd place in Industrials & Engineering.

🌐 Discover how they’re building the future of electronics → https://www.chiralnano.com

17/07/2025

📡💡 Ever wondered how your video calls stay smooth, how AI processes massive amounts of data in milliseconds, or how future cars will “see” using LiDAR?

The answer isn’t magic — it’s light. And that’s exactly what CCRAFT, our 2nd place winner in ICT, is working with.

This startup is building the next generation of photonic chips — tiny, lightning-fast components that use light instead of electricity to move and process data.

💥 Why light?
Because it’s faster, cooler, and way more energy-efficient. That means:

• Less heat in data centers
• Quicker AI training
• Sharper sensors for space and autonomous vehicles
• And a whole lot more speed for the future of the internet

🛠️ CCRAFT doesn’t just design these chips — they’re creating the factory to mass-produce them right here in Switzerland. It's like building the brainpower for the next wave of tech, from the ground up.

Shine some light on their work 👉 https://www.ccraft.ch

14/07/2025

🔋 Imagine your smartwatch battery dying in the middle of a snowy mountain hike. Cold temperatures kill most batteries fast — but not with BTRY.

This deep‑tech startup, spun out of ETH Zürich & Empa - Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology, has developed ultra-thin solid-state batteries that:

• Charge in just 1 minute
• Work reliably from –40 °C to +150 °C
• Are flexible, scalable, and made using eco-friendly, solvent-free processes

From wearables to drones and satellites, BTRY is powering the future where traditional lithium-ion can’t keep up.

No surprise they took 1st place in Industrials & Engineering!

Learn more 👉 https://www.btry.ch

10/07/2025

It’s time for another spotlight in our summer series!

Next up: Besso, a startup using AI to simplify international trade — and help businesses save money, reduce risk, and navigate complex global regulations with ease.

Let’s be real: trade rules are a headache. Every country has different tariffs, forms, and fine print. One mistake can mean delays or unexpected costs.

That’s where Besso steps in.

They’ve built an AI-powered platform that helps companies check if their products qualify for tax discounts under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) — and ensures compliance with the thousands of trade rules out there.

🧾 Here’s how it works in real life:
Imagine you're a Swiss company shipping toothbrushes to Japan.
Without Besso? You might overpay tariffs or miss a key rule.
With Besso? The platform checks if a Switzerland–Japan trade deal applies, tells you what conditions to meet (e.g., where materials come from), and helps you automatically qualify for tariff savings.

💸 Less waste. Less paperwork. More savings.

No wonder they took 1st place in ICT!

Check them out and learn more at 👉 https://www.besso.com

07/07/2025

It’s time for our annual summer series, where we spotlight our 18 winners in a series of 1-minute videos! ☀️⛱️

Kicking things off with Berninox, a Swiss brand revolutionizing oral care with premium, eco-friendly toothbrushes. Their simple yet smart concept? An interchangeable brush head made from recycled plastic, paired with a long-lasting handle crafted from surgical steel. No need to toss the entire toothbrush when it's time for a change — just swap the head.

Hygienic. Sustainable. High-quality brushing >> Less waste. More impact.

Thanks to their innovative idea, Berninox took 2nd place in the Retail & Consumer Services vertical!

You can already find Berninox toothbrushes on Galaxus or in some pharmacies! So don’t wait — grab yours and join the movement to reduce plastic waste: https://berninox.com. There is one for everyone: Super Soft, Soft, or Medium. 🪥

24/06/2025

We're still buzzing with immense joy and satisfaction after an incredible event yesterday, capping off what has been a truly remarkable year for us. 🌟

This year’s winners were truly la crème de la crème, and we couldn't be prouder to support such groundbreaking and innovative startups. 🤩

So it’s with great pleasure that we reveal the final rankings of our 18 winners across their respective categories.

Congratulations to all of them for their hard work, dedication, and outstanding achievements! 🎉

We sincerely hope this adventure helped you kick-start your business—or gave you the momentum and support to grow in the right direction.

📖 Head over to our latest blog post to relive the highlights of the day and catch a glimpse of the moments you might have missed: https://www.venture.ch/post/celebrating-innovation-highlights-from-the-2025-venture-award-ceremony-at-eth-zurich

UpGrid, Terensis, DEC Energy, MYNERVA, Nerai Bio, Clee Medical, Besso, CCRAFT, Lightium, BTRY, Chiral Nano, Embodied AI, SideLights, Berninox, Livxp, rrreefs, DNAir, ProSeed.co

23/06/2025

After months of competition—where each and every one of our winners went through pitch training, mentoring, and gave it their all—we’re pleased to announce the most anticipated winner of our competition: the Grand Prize winner! 🏆

🥁 And this year, the CHF 150,000 goes to... MYNERVA AG!

A huge congratulations to the whole team for their incredible efforts to earn this prize—truly well deserved. 👏

Thank you to all the participants, jurors, mentors, advisory board members, and everyone who made this edition such a success. It’s been a record year for us, with, let’s not forget, a total of 396 submissions! 💥

Come back here tomorrow for a full overview of today’s event—we’ll be posting pictures and sharing the final rankings for those who couldn’t be there to discover it live.

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