Semiconductors Startups

iniVation develops neuromorphic, event-based vision systems that offer low latency, low data rates, high dynamic range, and low power consumption compared to conventional machine vision. Its technology is used by companies in automotive, consumer electronics, and aerospace across more than 40 countries.

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Innatera develops ultra-low-power neuromorphic processor chips that bring brain-like intelligence to the sensor edge, enabling everyday electronics and IoT devices to sense, understand, and respond in real time while keeping data on-device. Its technology targets edge AI applications in consumer electronics and IoT products.

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InnoLight designs and manufactures optical transceiver products for AI and data center networking, as well as solutions for fronthaul, midhaul, and backhaul telecom networks, including transceivers based on coherent detection technology. Its customers include global data center operators, equipment manufacturers, system integrators, and telecommunication carriers.

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InPHRED develops a patented nanoporous DBR (distributed Bragg reflector) technology that enables manufacturable VCSELs and RC-LEDs across previously inaccessible wavelengths. Its platform targets SWIR sensing (3D LiDAR, AR/VR, gas detection), biometric wearables including non-invasive glucose monitoring, and optical interconnects for AI data center fabrics.

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INSiAVA designs and develops specialised integrated circuits, including silicon light emitting technology integrated into standard CMOS processes as well as analogue and mixed-signal ICs for power and sensor markets. Originally spun out of the University of Pretoria in South Africa, it sells semiconductor products and IP to customers globally.

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Intel is a semiconductor and computing technology company offering processors (such as Intel Xeon), AI hardware and software tools, and developer resources for cloud, edge, client, and data center infrastructure. This is the Polish presence of the company, which operates R&D activities in Gdańsk.

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Intensivate develops processor chip technology designed for analytics and database workloads, offering an alternative to general-purpose CPUs in data centers. The company targets data-intensive computing environments without requiring software migration.

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Invisix develops soft x-ray metrology tools that use shortened illumination wavelengths to measure 3D semiconductor structures too small for optical metrology. Its products support inline process control in high-volume chip manufacturing, including 3D profile metrology, device pitch overlay, and unpatterned film stack characterization.

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InZiv develops automated wafer-scale functional testing systems for silicon photonics and microLED manufacturing, using a patented deep-trench fiber array unit for passive, multi-channel electro-optical characterization. Its equipment serves high-volume semiconductor and display manufacturers, supporting 200mm and 300mm wafers.

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ITDA Semiconductor makes no-code generative System IP tools (Power Canvas, Clock Canvas, DFT Canvas) that automate SoC system design tasks such as power, clock, and DFT/IO systems. The products generate deliverables like SDF, UPF, and DFT outputs to speed up chip tape-out for semiconductor SoC developers.

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J-Tec develops, manufactures, and sells high-precision X-ray mirrors ("OsakaMirror") and other optical elements based on ultra-precision machining and metrology, along with ultra-precision polishing equipment for Si, SiC, diamond, and ceramic wafers. It also builds automated and 3D rotational floating cell culture systems ("CELLFLOAT") and thermal desorption analysis instruments used for materials research and quality control across semiconductor, display, electronics, steel, automotive, and battery industries.

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VIAVI Solutions develops test, measurement, and optical technologies for critical infrastructure including data centers, communication networks, military, aerospace, and automotive applications. The company provides monitoring and assurance solutions for large-scale communications networks and manufactures optical components for consumer electronics and industrial markets.

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Ji-tech develops and supplies core materials for advanced IT industries including semiconductors, displays, and batteries. The company pursues ESG-focused management and innovation to establish itself as a global materials leader.

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Beijing Jingge Lingyu manufactures silicon carbide (SiC) substrates for semiconductor applications using proprietary liquid-phase crystal growth technology. The company serves the wide-bandgap semiconductor industry, producing high-quality SiC substrates for power electronics, RF devices, and optoelectronic applications in sectors including new energy vehicles, 5G communications, aerospace, and rail transit.

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JSAB Technologies designs, manufactures, and sells power semiconductors across four product lines: high-voltage IGBTs, low/mid-voltage MOSFETs, SiC products (diodes/MOSFETs/modules), and GaN products (E-Mode HEMT). Its devices are used in high-speed rail, electric vehicles, new energy, industrial control, 5G communications, AI servers, and consumer electronics, primarily serving the Greater China market.

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Kalpana Systems develops thin-film manufacturing equipment based on spatial atomic layer deposition, using a helical machine design intended for industrial-scale robustness and throughput. Its technology targets industries including semiconductors, energy, and sustainable packaging.

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Kalray designs Data Processing Unit (DPU) acceleration hardware built on its MPPA architecture, offering both off-the-shelf and custom acceleration cards for AI inference, security, storage, and networking workloads. Its products target data center, edge, and embedded environments where general-purpose processors are less power- and compute-efficient.

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Kelvin Quantum designs cryogenic electronic circuits and systems — from integrated circuits like DACs, ADCs, RF mixers, and amplifiers to full in-fridge FPGA-based control and readout platforms — that operate from room to deep cryogenic temperatures. It serves quantum hardware manufacturers, integrating supporting electronics into refrigeration infrastructure to help scale quantum computing systems.

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Kernelize provides an inference software layer that helps hardware teams bring up, validate, and optimize AI models across different chips using an open foundation built on Triton. It targets chipmakers and hardware companies seeking a repeatable path from initial model bring-up to production deployment.

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Kinara designs discrete neural processing units (DNPUs) — the Ara-1 and Ara240 chips — for high-performance, power-efficient edge AI workloads, including generative AI, large language models, and vision applications. Its offering includes an AI software stack with an SDK, model optimization tools, and preoptimized models for developers building on-device inference systems; the company was acquired by NXP in October 2025.

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Kinet-IC designs analog and power management integrated circuits, including overvoltage and surge protection, USB data line protection, EMI/ESD suppression, load switches and eFuses, DC-DC converters, PoE controllers, LED drivers, and wireless power receivers. Its chips target consumer, networking, automotive, and industrial applications such as smartphones, notebooks, wearables, IP cameras, ADAS, and factory and building automation.

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Kopin develops customized optical solutions and microdisplay technologies for enterprise and industrial clients, working with customers to meet specific performance requirements. It designs and manufactures display components and optical products across the markets it serves.

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Kuprion develops ActiveCopper materials and printable conductive inks used to manage heat in high-power, high-temperature electronic systems, serving electronics engineers and manufacturers across industries including semiconductor packaging, electric vehicles, and 5G communications. Spun out of Lockheed Martin, the company supplies copper interconnect and adhesive materials for improved electronics performance and reliability.

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Lab 91 develops semiconductor processes and devices based on 2D materials such as MoS2. It focuses on advancing the semiconductor industry's adoption of 2D materials.

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