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MagiQware

At MagiQware, we are revolutionizing fault-tolerant quantum computing with our AI-driven magic state distillation solutions. Our cutting-edge technology leverages advanced artificial intelligence to optimize the magic state distillation process—a critical enabler for achieving universal quantum computation. By reducing error rates and maximizing resource efficiency, our proprietary algorithms accelerate the transition from theoretical quantum breakthroughs to scalable, real-world quantum processors. Our team of experts in quantum information science, machine learning, and algorithm design is dedicated to overcoming the challenges of quantum error correction and paving the way for reliable, high-performance quantum computing. We are committed to transforming industries by unlocking unprecedented computational power and driving the next generation of technological innovation. Join us on our journey as we push the boundaries of what’s possible in the quantum realm and shape the future of computing.

Whispp

Whispp develops and licenses real-time, on-device voice reconstruction AI that transforms how people communicate across accessibility, enterprise, and consumer applications. Whispp’s real-time on-device voice AI converts affected and whispered speech into the person’s clear and natural voice. Powered by our audio-to-audio voice reconstruction technology, Whispp gives people with a voice condition their voice back and enables private, discreet calls simply by whispering. The market opportunity for on-device voice AI is substantial, driven first by private, discreet calling. Whispp-based calling can enable silent conversations without disturbing others and can protect voice identity when confidentiality or anonymity matters. It can also support accessibility by giving voice to people with a voice condition and people who stutter severely, who are often more fluent when whispering. Whispp licenses its technology to mobile and PC OEMs and communications platforms for scaled integration. Whispp has been recognized as a TIME Best Inventions 2024 honoree, selected for the EIC Accelerator with a €2.5M grant and equity commitment, named a CES Innovation Award 2024 Honoree, chosen as a 4YFN Best Startup Award finalist, and included in the 2025 Forbes Accessibility 100. The company is actively collaborating with global technology partners to bring voice reconstruction to market. Founded in Leiden, Netherlands, in 2020 by CEO Joris Castermans and CTO Akash Raj Komarlu. The executive team includes Andreas Spechtler, former President of Dolby International, and Mahesh Sundaram, bringing deep expertise in global audio technology, OEM partnerships, commercialization, and international scaling. Our mission is to make communication effortless for everyone, regardless of voice challenges or environment.

Smartflow

Redefining inspections for a smarter, safer future. Smartflow is the platform that field teams, inspectors, and service providers use to run the full lifecycle of inspections and field work — from designing the model, to planning the work, to executing it online or offline, to reporting through client portals, PDFs, or data warehouses. Inspections are the heart of what we do. Whether it's an operator round at a tank terminal, a vessel arrival on the jetty, an asset inspection at a wind farm, or a safety check at a chemical plant, Smartflow turns scattered paper, spreadsheets, and emails into one connected system. The same platform also powers the broader field-work reality: work orders, maintenance jobs, commissioning checks, and project handovers. Configurable models adapt to how each organisation actually works, so teams can digitise what they do today and scale into more tomorrow. Used by asset owners, terminal operators, and service providers worldwide across energy, tank storage, maritime, and TIC industries — backed by a team that combines deep operational experience with a modular, data-driven platform that's intuitive, scalable, and built to last. Our values: People. Passion. Trust. Our mission: to make field work safer, cleaner, and more intelligent through technology. Want to raise the standard, not just digitize it? Let's talk. ? smartflowapps.com ✉ learnmore@smartflowapps.com Smarter. Safer. Check.

Eye Security

Eye Security protects small and medium-sized European enterprises from cyber threats and the high costs that follow after a successful attack. We are a specialized team of people with a background in intelligence services as well as commercial environments. We understand the threat landscape and the difficulties entrepreneurs face in battling cybercrime. Our goal is to unburden SME's with an affordable all-in-one service that safeguards them against threats targeted to their industry. Our service combines endpoint monitoring with awareness campaigns, a 24/7 incident response strategy and a cyber insurance. Your company, our cyber expertise. Together we keep your business running. Want to join our mission? Visit our career page: https://jobs.eye.security

Horticoop

We are Horticoop, a royal investment cooperative that invests in horticultural companies that contribute to increased productivity with reduced or more sustainable use of raw materials. We focus on technological innovations in the horticultural sector, including CEA (Controlled Environment Agriculture). Together with our supporter of 280 Dutch and German members, we add capital, expertise and network with which we help our portfolio companies realize their growth and innovation plans.