Hardware Startups

Normal Computing develops software and hardware infrastructure optimizing AI models for physical systems through custom silicon design and advanced EDA tools. The company works with semiconductor design and manufacturing institutions to align hardware architecture with the computational demands of modern AI workloads.

7 investors

Novo Space develops high-performance, rad-tolerant, modular electronics for space missions. The company serves space mission operators and satellite manufacturers seeking reusable, radiation-hardened components.

7 investors

NuCurrent designs and licenses wireless power and NFC charging architecture for wearables, hearables, and ambient devices, working with product manufacturers to integrate coil, silicon, firmware, and thermal design. The company holds 450+ global patents and offers GenA, an applied-AI design platform for developing wireless power systems.

7 investors

ORCA Computing develops full-stack photonic quantum computing systems, including on-premises hardware and software tools, for research institutions, government bodies, and industry applications such as generative AI, machine learning, and optimisation. Founded in 2019 as a University of Oxford spin-out, it is headquartered in London with offices in Toronto and Austin.

7 investors

Outerport automates the design of electrical and control systems within heavy industrial equipment, using AI agents to convert specifications into verified CAD drawings and structured design models. The platform serves manufacturers and OEMs building complex machines across semiconductors, process plants, and mechanical equipment.

7 investors

Oxide provides an on-premises cloud platform that integrates compute, storage, networking, and software in a single system, designed to deliver cloud-like elasticity and programmability for enterprise workloads. The platform targets enterprises running AI, high-performance computing, mission-critical applications, and sovereign workloads, offering lower costs and data control compared to public cloud alternatives.

7 investors

Parallel Wireless develops open radio access network (RAN) software and solutions for telecommunications operators. The company provides cost-effective, resilient LTE and 5G network architecture for wireless communications.

7 investors

Pison manufactures a wearable neural watch that measures cognitive and physiological performance by reading signals between the brain and muscles. The device provides real-time analytics and training for mental readiness, agility, and focus, targeting individuals seeking performance optimization.

7 investors

Plumerai develops a Video Intelligence pipeline that combines tiny on-device AI models for edge cameras with cloud-based Vision Language Models, offering features such as familiar face identification, people/vehicle/animal/package detection, AI video search, and AI captions. It serves camera makers, semiconductor companies, and smart home and security camera brands, deploying across major camera SOC and cloud platforms.

7 investors

GoDaddy Poynt manufactures smart payment terminals for merchants to accept physical and contactless payments at point-of-sale. The company offers dual-screen countertop terminals and pocket-sized mobile payment devices with end-to-end encryption and PCI compliance.

7 investors

Probius develops Quantum Electrochemical Spectroscopy (QES), a label- and reagent-free electrochemical sensing technology that detects and quantifies thousands of analytes—proteins, metabolites, and cells—from microliter-scale biological samples in about 30 minutes. The platform generates digital representations of biological specimens and cloud-based multiplex assays intended to feed AI models of biology for biomarker discovery, drug development, and bioproduction quality control.

7 investors

Puzzle Medical develops a heart failure treatment device designed to improve heart and kidney function through 4Fr axillary access, allowing patient ambulation and providing up to seven days of support. The technology targets early and safe treatment of heart failure.

7 investors

QuantumScape develops solid-state lithium-metal batteries with ceramic electrolyte separators for electric vehicles, enabling faster charging, longer range, and improved safety compared to conventional lithium-ion batteries. The company aims to accelerate the electrification of transportation and decarbonization through next-generation battery technology.

7 investors

QuEra develops neutral-atom quantum computers, building both the quantum hardware and the classical control systems that operate them, along with related software and applications. It serves enterprise customers, high-performance computing centers, and government agencies worldwide, including deployments in Japan's national quantum program.

7 investors

RADAR develops an RF sensing platform that automates retail store operations, including inventory management, autonomous checkout, and tracking of customer-product interactions. It serves physical retail stores seeking to bring online-level consumer behavior insight to in-store environments.

7 investors

Raya Power makes an integrated plug-in solar-and-battery system that provides backup power and electricity bill savings, aimed at renters and homeowners seeking a lower-cost alternative to rooftop solar. Each unit pairs 1.35kW of solar generation with a 2.5kWh battery, installs in under three hours without permits or home modifications, and can participate in virtual power plant programs.

7 investors

Rebound Tech develops adaptive cooling infrastructure for industrial facilities dealing with high cooling demand, peak energy charges, and humidity control. Its systems target sectors such as food processing, aquatics, and turbine inlet cooling.

7 investors

Reelables makes smart wireless labels used to track inventory and cargo, giving supply chain operators data and visibility into shipments. The company serves logistics and supply chain customers.

7 investors

Saildrone designs, builds, and operates wind- and solar-powered unmanned surface vehicles that collect data on ocean surface activity and the seabed, streaming near real-time intelligence to customers. It serves maritime operations needs including surveillance, environmental monitoring, and defense applications.

7 investors

Seagate develops mass-capacity data storage, primarily high-capacity hard drives, aimed at data centers and AI workloads. The company focuses on increasing storage areal density and capacity to support large-scale data retention and AI infrastructure.

7 investors

Seneca develops autonomous drone systems that use AI and computer vision to detect and suppress fires, deploying aerial foam suppression from portable, modular electric copters. Its systems are aimed at fire agencies, utilities, and property owners for fire prevention, early response, structure protection, and hazmat situations.

7 investors

Shower Stream develops IoT-enabled showerheads that reduce water and energy consumption for hospitality properties while providing operational data analytics. The solution retrofits existing showerheads to track usage and identify maintenance issues in real time.

7 investors

SigTuple makes AI100, a digital microscopy device that digitises and analyses blood and urine samples on a single platform, classifying 30+ cell types with visual evidence for pathologist review. It is aimed at clinical laboratories and pathologists, enabling remote, web-based review of peripheral blood smears and urine microscopy.

7 investors

Silimate builds AI-powered EDA software that accelerates chip design workflows by combining fast computation engines, machine learning models, and user-friendly interfaces. The platform serves SoC and IP companies in hardware design by functioning as a copilot to help chip designers understand design tradeoffs and iterate faster.

7 investors