SpexAI
Techstars '21Dresden, DE · 5 known investors
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SpexAI builds automated imaging and AI analytics for controlled environment agriculture, monitoring crops to detect diseases up to 10 days before symptoms appear and to measure THC and CBD levels non-destructively. Its hardware ("Hugin") and analytics software ("Odin") serve cultivators, including cannabis growers, to increase yield and optimize operations.
Founders & leadership
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Ben NiehausinFounderBen Niehaus is founder and CTO of SpexAI, which builds automated imaging and AI analytics for controlled environment agriculture. He has led development of spectral AI systems integrating computer vision and edge computing, and previously worked with machine learning and distributed systems teams.
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Nadine WaltherinFounderNadine Walther has spent 17 years building startups and is a Techstars alumna who previously founded and led an AI company through acquisition and worked as an executive headhunter in tech recruiting. She is now founder of SpexAI, which builds automated imaging and AI analytics for controlled environment agriculture.
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Dr. Robert TietzCEO LemnaTec
Investors · 5
Also in the syndicate · 2
Saxovent Smart Eco Investments GmbHleadTGFS Technologiegründerfonds Sachsen
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements- Undisclosed amountseed investment roundMay 2024
Saxovent Smart Eco Investments GmbH (lead), Alumni Ventures (AV), TGFS Technologiegründerfonds Sachsen, VIGO Ventures
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Frequently asked questions
- What does SpexAI do?
- SpexAI builds automated imaging and AI analytics for controlled environment agriculture, monitoring crops to detect diseases up to 10 days before symptoms appear and to measure THC and CBD levels non-destructively. Its hardware ("Hugin") and analytics software ("Odin") serve cultivators, including cannabis growers, to increase yield and optimize operations.
- Who founded SpexAI?
- SpexAI was founded by Ben Niehaus, Nadine Walther.
- Who are SpexAI's investors?
- SpexAI's investors include Techstars, VIGO Ventures, Saxovent.
- Where is SpexAI headquartered?
- SpexAI is headquartered in Dresden, DE.