Hardware Startups

femtoAI (Femtosense) designs AI inference chips and an embedded AI platform that run large AI models on very small, low-power silicon for edge devices such as smart home hardware and hearing/audio products. The company focuses on energy-efficient "sparse" silicon for on-device AI in consumer electronics.

7 investors

Ferveret develops advanced cooling technology for data centers and computing infrastructure, using subcooled boiling methods derived from nuclear reactor engineering. The company serves data center operators and AI/HPC infrastructure providers seeking power-efficient cooling solutions.

7 investors

FIRE1 develops NORM, an implantable sensor placed in the inferior vena cava to directly measure fluid volume in heart failure patients, paired with a self-management platform to help patients engage with their own care. The company runs clinical trials across Europe and the US for people living with heart failure.

7 investors

Fitbit designs and develops wearable fitness tracking devices and associated software that monitor health metrics and physical activity.

7 investors

Fleetzero designs and retrofits commercial vessels with battery-electric propulsion systems to decarbonize ocean shipping. The company builds modular, scalable electrification technology for ship operators and maritime fleets.

7 investors

FluxWorks develops magnetic gearing technology for motion systems, replacing traditional mechanical gears with contactless magnetic solutions. The company serves automation, robotics, and space industries with its Celestial Gear product.

7 investors

Focal Heat is an energy and climate technology company developing autonomous hardware products focused on rethinking how energy is used. It is led by founders with backgrounds in robotics, automotive, and energy systems.

7 investors

ForceN designs, tests, and manufactures force/torque sensing solutions with on-board digital processing and edge intelligence for robotic OEMs, including teleoperated surgical and complex robotics applications. The integrated sensors offer calibration, temperature and off-axis compensation, overload protection, and standard USB, CAN, EtherNet, and EtherCAT connectivity.

7 investors

Freeform develops additive manufacturing (3D printing) technology aimed at bringing this production method to industrial applications across multiple sectors.

7 investors

Frontier Computing grows lab-cultured biological neural networks at large scale to serve as a training substrate for machine learning, colocating memory and compute to support training of large-parameter models. The company targets applications such as long-horizon language reasoning as an alternative to conventional silicon compute clusters.

7 investors

Frore Systems develops active cooling chips (AirJet® Mini and AirJet® Pro) for consumer devices that remove heat silently while improving processor performance. The technology enables manufacturers to create faster, quieter, thinner, and lighter devices while maintaining dust-proof operation.

7 investors

FuriosaAI designs AI accelerator chips, including the RNGD NPU for large language models and multimodal workloads and a Vision NPU for computer vision, along with related server and PCIe products and a developer platform. The company (주식회사 퓨리오사에이아이) is based in Seoul, South Korea.

7 investors

Gabriel is a Brazilian technology company that installs networked security cameras (its "Camaleão 2") on private properties facing public streets, using automatic license plate reading to identify vehicles involved in crimes and alert authorities in real time. It serves residences, condominiums, and businesses, and integrates with police and public safety agencies in cities such as São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro to provide crime intelligence and footage.

7 investors

GalaxEye builds satellites and Earth Observation systems, including OptoSAR imagery that combines optical and radar data to deliver imaging regardless of weather, time, or terrain. Founded by engineers at IIT Madras, the company develops satellite technology aimed at powering applications for global and local missions from India.

7 investors

General Sense develops detection technology that augments trained detection animals, aiming to identify molecular threats such as narcotics, crop diseases, human diseases, and bioweapons. It offers higher sensitivity and objective digital readouts to make detection a passive, more reliable task than relying on traditional detection dogs alone.

7 investors

Godela develops AI models that learn the laws of physics from simulation data to predict system behavior with solver-level accuracy in seconds. The platform serves engineers and designers across thermal, aerodynamic, magnetic, and structural domains by enabling physics-based design optimization without traditional simulation tools.

7 investors

GoPro sells action cameras under its HERO and MISSION product lines along with mounts, accessories, and bundles sold direct to consumers. It offers a subscription with accessory discounts and camera replacement benefits.

7 investors

Helion is developing a fusion power plant to produce zero-carbon electricity. The company is also working on custom semiconductors intended to increase the output of its plants.

7 investors

HerdDogg makes Bluetooth-enabled smart ear tags and solar-powered transmitters that continuously monitor cattle movement and temperature, using AI to generate real-time health and estrus alerts. The system helps ranchers and dairy producers detect illness and heat cycles early, reducing antibiotic use and cattle mortality.

7 investors

HILOS develops digital design and manufacturing tools for footwear brands and designers, serving major fashion companies and independent creators. The company focuses on 3D design, manufacturing, and commercialization capabilities within the footwear industry.

7 investors

Hover transforms smartphone photos into interactive 3D models of homes and buildings for construction professionals, insurance experts, and homeowners to measure, design, and scope projects. The platform enables precise project planning and visualization for home improvement and renovation work.

7 investors

huupe makes smart basketball hoops (the ARENA and mini) with built-in sensors that track shooting statistics such as FG%, shot angle, and trajectory, delivering live performance data to a companion app. The connected hoops also support interactive games, streaming, and worldwide competitions for players and families.

7 investors

Innovium (now part of Marvell) designs custom silicon, network switch products, and interconnect platforms for AI data-center infrastructure, enterprise networking, and 5G carrier applications. It primarily serves hyperscalers and carriers building accelerated compute and connectivity systems.

7 investors

Instagrid makes portable, battery-based power systems that deliver silent, zero-emission on-demand electricity as an alternative to combustion generators. It serves teams in construction, fabrication, facility management, and industrial operations that need mobile power for tools and equipment on jobsites and remote locations.

7 investors