Top 100 Next Generation Companies 2025

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Building on the success of our 2024 initiative, the World Future Awards is proud to present the Top 100 Next Generation Companies 2025, a showcase of the most promising companies transforming industries and redefining the future.

Each year, our dedicated team of researchers undertakes an extensive global search to identify startups that are making an impact across diverse sectors. Using open data resources, award platforms, and other publicly available materials, we evaluate companies against our rigorous selection criteria. These criteria ensure that only those demonstrating exceptional innovation, disruption, and potential are shortlisted.

After months of in-depth analysis, the result is a definitive list that bring fresh ideas, challenge traditional models, and push the boundaries of what is possible. From cutting-edge tech innovators to sustainability pioneers, these 100 companies represent the very best the world has to offer.

This effort goes beyond celebrating their success; it fosters a culture of inspiration and innovation. By spotlighting these, we hope to encourage the next generation of founders to dream big and forge new paths. The Top 100 Next Generation Companies 2025 is more than a list, it’s a testament to hard work, ingenuity, and the power of visionary thinking.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

HOW WE CHOOSE THE BEST

RESEARCH METHOD

World Future Awards' research professionals meticulously identify leading companies through rigorous online market research, leveraging publicly available data to ensure unmatched transparency and credibility. Our methodology relies on factual information, referrals, recommendations, and comprehensive analysis of accessible materials.

ONLINE DATABASES & MARKET DATA

COMPANY DATA THE PRESS

INDUSTRY EXPERTS

SOURCES OF THE RESEARCH

TRADE ASSOCIATIONS

BLOGS, FORUMS, COMMENTS

SOCIAL PLATFORMS

MARKET RESEARCH REPORTS

SELECTION CRITERIA

The research teams at the World Future Awards apply industry-specific criteria to identify the most prominent Technology and Innovation companies worldwide. Our analysis highlights essential attributes such as brand reputation, innovation, quality and scope of services, and global impact.

INNOVATION

Innovations that, in addition to solving existing problems, lead to new fields and markets, receive the highest recognition at the World Future Awards. Of particular interest for the award is the study of innovation in all its aspects and at all stages from the conception of an idea to its final implementation.

CREDIBILITY

Credibility reflects to a company's demonstrated reputation for excellence, ethical practices, and trustworthiness, supported by industry recognition, a proven track record of success, and the ability to inspire confidence among stakeholders.

IMPACT

The impact of a product or service on the environment and society, as well as its potential to create a more comprehensive concept and generate new ideas and products, plays a particularly important role in the winners' selection process.

PERSONALIZATION

The ability to customize products, designs, materials, and services to align with the personal preferences of each client.

REPUTATION

A well-established history of projects, exceptional service, and a strong commitment to client satisfaction.

VALUE

In the process of determining the value of a product or service, WFA looks for evidence of its uniqueness and advantages over alternatives, as well as evaluating its economic profitability.

QUALITY

A product or service must improve the quality of life of people and society as a whole and have the potential to improve the quality of life in the long run.

RECOMMENDATIONS

Referrals and recommendations from industry professionals that validate the excellence and reputation.

LEADERS IN TECH AND INNOVATIVE WORLD

MEET THE WORLD'S TOP 100 NEXT GENERATION COMPANIES

ABB Robotics

Abridge

Advyzon

Adyen

Afterpay

aiOla

Aiven

Akool

Algorized

Anodyne Chemistries

Anumana

ANYbotics

Appen

Arbor

Archer

Aurora

Beewise

Biomitech

BitFuFu

Carta

Celonis

Checkout.com

Cimphony

Coachhub

COAST Autonomous

TOP 100 WINNERS

Contentful

Counterfake

Darktrace

DEEP Robotics

DeepL

Drone Express

ECOPEACE

ELEKS

Exotec

FANUC

flora&faunavisions

Footprint

Fourchain Technologies

Gett

Glean

Glüxkind Technologies

GO TO-U

Greyparrot

HAGAMOSphere

Hyra Network

Immerse

Improbable

Infobip

Intercom

Iris

Kemet AI

KUKA

MarketScale

Marshmallow Laser Feast

Matsuko

Medwise AI

MEMS Vision

Metafarmers Inc

Metropolis

Modern Milkman

Mollie MOVED

Multiverse Computing

N26

Navan

Netguru

Northvolt

Ogre AI

OwlSense

Personio

Pickpad

Pivt

Pleo

Rad AI

Raylyst Solar

Revolut

RingCentral Events

RobotPlusPlus

Runway

SafetyCulture

Signapse

Smarter Contracts

Snyk

Solumar

Svante

Syncere

The Turing Company

TrueLayer

Typeform

UiPath

Unitree

Vention

VVater

Wasp

Waymo

WeAreBrain

Xero

Zakeke

Zendesk

Zipline

World Future Awards

ABB Robotics

Switzerland www.abb.com

ABB Robotics & Discrete Automation is a global leader in robotics, machine automation, and digital services, delivering cutting-edge solutions across industries such as automotive, electronics, and logistics. With over 500,000 robot solutions shipped worldwide, ABB empowers businesses of all sizes to enhance productivity, flexibility, and quality. The company plays a key role in enabling the transition to smart, connected, and collaborative factories of the future. Employing more than 11,000 professionals across 100+ locations in over 53 countries, ABB combines innovation and expertise to drive industrial transformation and support customers in achieving greater operational efficiency and technological advancement.

Abridge

USA www.abridge.com

Abridge, founded in 2018, enhances healthcare understanding through its Best in KLAS AI-powered platform designed for medical conversations. The platform streamlines clinical documentation by converting patient-clinician interactions into structured notes in real time, integrating seamlessly with EMR systems. Its proprietary, auditable AI-backed by Linked Evidence, ensures transparency by mapping AI-generated summaries to verified clinical data, fostering provider trust. Abridge empowers clinicians to focus more on patient care while improving documentation efficiency. As a trailblazer in generative AI for healthcare, Abridge is setting industry benchmarks for responsible AI deployment across health systems, driving innovation and trust in clinical environments.

Adyen

Netherlands www.adyen.com

Adyen (AMS: ADYEN) is a leading global financial technology platform offering end-to-end payment solutions, data-driven insights, and financial products in a unified system. Designed to accelerate business growth, Adyen enables companies to streamline operations and scale efficiently. Its platform supports seamless global transactions and provides actionable intelligence to optimize performance. Trusted by top-tier brands including Meta, Uber, H&M, eBay, and Microsoft, Adyen operates from offices worldwide, delivering consistent, highquality service across markets. By integrating payments and financial tools into one solution, Adyen empowers businesses to achieve their goals faster and more effectively in today’s digital economy.

Afterpay

Australia www.afterpay.com

Afterpay, founded in Sydney in 2014, is revolutionizing consumer finance by promoting fairness, trust, and financial empowerment. Its mission is to build an economy where everyone wins, shoppers, retailers, society, and team members. With millions of active users globally, Afterpay partners with top retailers like Lululemon, Ikea, Sephora, and Expedia. The platform allows customers to split purchases into interest-free installments, both online and in-store, helping them manage spending without fees or revolving debt. By rewarding responsible behavior and enabling access to desired goods, Afterpay fosters financial freedom and supports retail growth worldwide through its innovative, customer-centric payment model.

Advyzon

USA www.advyzon.com

Advyzon is a comprehensive, all-in-one technology platform for wealth management, designed to unify fragmented advisor tools. Built on a single source code, it offers a seamless user experience and integrates portfolio management, client reporting, billing, CRM, rebalancing, document storage, and a client portal, along with complimentary investment management services. This highly configurable system streamlines workflows and eliminates repetitive tasks. Advyzon Investment Management LLC (AIM), a registered investment adviser and subsidiary of yHLsoft Inc., provides advisory services exclusively to financial advisers, not retail investors. Technology and administrative support are delivered by Advyzon, ensuring a cohesive solution for modern financial professionals.

AiOla

Israel www.aiola.ai

aiOla is a deep tech AI lab pioneering Speech-to-Workflow Agents tailored for enterprise operations. Its platform transforms manual tasks and data entry into efficient, speech-driven workflows that capture actionable data in real time. aiOla’s mission is to make voice the natural interface for enterprise systems, enabling frontline teams to complete complex processes using natural speech, regardless of language, accent, or environment. From safety checks and incident reports to QA forms and compliance logs, aiOla empowers hands-free, voice-led execution across industries. By bridging speech and structured data, aiOla redefines productivity and accessibility in dynamic, real-world work environments.

Aiven

Finland www.aiven.io

Aiven is an AI-ready open source data platform that helps organizations unlock greater value from their data. Its cloudbased solution integrates flexible services to stream, store, and serve data securely and efficiently across major cloud providers. Designed to accelerate innovation, Aiven empowers businesses to build next-generation applications with speed and confidence. Trusted by thousands of customers worldwide, Aiven simplifies data infrastructure while supporting scalability and reliability. Headquartered in Helsinki, the company operates hubs in global tech centers including Amsterdam, Berlin, Paris, London, Singapore, Sydney, Auckland, Austin, and Toronto, reinforcing its commitment to accessible, high-performance data solutions.

Akool

USA www.akool.com

AKOOL is a comprehensive AI Video Generation Suite that revolutionizes professional content creation. Its multimodal platform integrates advanced generative tools with enterprisegrade production infrastructure, enabling the creation of studioquality video content at scale. Designed for efficiency and impact, AKOOL empowers users to produce high-quality visuals quickly and seamlessly, transforming traditional workflows. By combining innovation with robust technology, AKOOL supports diverse video production needs across industries, making it easier for teams to generate compelling content without sacrificing quality. The platform sets a new standard for scalable, AI-driven video creation, streamlining processes from concept to final output.

Algorized

Switzerland www.algorized.com

Algorized is a deep tech company transforming sensing and positioning through a software-only upgrade to commodity sensors. Built on years of academic research, its proprietary machine learning and algorithms unlock vast data streams, enabling real-time positioning and vital sign detection in any environment. The platform supports innovative, hands-free applications across industries such as robotics and automotive, using UWB radar and wireless sensors. By eliminating the need for specialized hardware, Algorized empowers enterprises to enhance operational intelligence and efficiency with scalable, cost-effective solutions. Its technology redefines how data is captured and structured, making advanced sensing accessible and actionable.

Anodyne Chemistries

Canada www.anodynechemistries.com

Anodyne is a climate-era chemical company redefining industrial sustainability. Focused on creating a circular economy, Anodyne transforms emissions into affordable, useful products traditionally derived from fossil fuels. Its breakthrough technology combines synthetic biology, electrochemistry, and big data to enable this conversion, helping critical industries adapt to a climate-conscious future. By reimagining the role of chemical production, Anodyne supports the transition to cleaner, more resilient systems. The company’s mission centers on innovation that aligns environmental responsibility with economic viability, positioning Anodyne as a transformative force in the shift toward low-impact, high-efficiency industrial solutions.

Anumana

USA www.anumana.ai

Anumana™ leverages advanced AI and translational science to decode heart signals, enabling earlier detection of serious cardiovascular diseases. These conditions often go undiagnosed until critical events occur, but Anumana’s technology empowers healthcare providers to intervene sooner with life-saving treatments. With over 100 peer-reviewed publications and ongoing research, Anumana shows strong potential to identify hidden cardiac issues and deliver actionable insights. Its clinical decision support tools span the entire cardiac care pathway, paving the way for precision medicine. By introducing a new standard of care backed by reimbursement, Anumana aims to transform cardiac diagnostics and improve outcomes for millions worldwide.

ANYbotics

Switzerland www.anybotics.com

ANYbotics is a global leader in AI-powered robotic inspection, addressing safety, efficiency, and sustainability challenges in industrial environments. Its flagship robot, ANYmal, performs autonomous inspections, remote operations, and predictive maintenance with advanced mobility and real-time data capture. Trusted by major players in energy, mining, chemicals, and more, ANYbotics enhances workforce capabilities while reducing risk and labor shortages. Founded in 2009 and backed by over CHF 70M in funding, the company operates from Zurich and San Francisco with a team of 200 experts. ANYbotics continues to shape the future of industrial automation through cutting-edge robotics and intelligent systems.

Appen

USA www.appen.com

Appen is a global leader in AI training data, delivering highquality, diverse datasets for over 25 years. Its end-to-end platform and human-in-the-loop services support model development across generative AI, LLMs, computer vision, and speech recognition. Appen enables critical functions like supervised fine-tuning, RLHF, model evaluation, and bias mitigation. With an AI-assisted annotation platform and a crowd of over 1 million contributors in 200+ countries, Appen ensures scalable, ethical data solutions. The company fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, offering flexible work, competitive pay, and career growth opportunities in a dynamic, results-driven environment.

Aurora

USA www.aurora.tech

Arbor

Canada www.arbor.eco

Arbor is a carbon accounting platform that helps companies measure and reduce emissions to reach net zero. Its automated Product Carbon Footprinting (PCF) tool calculates emissions across the full product lifecycle, offering insights through Hotspot Analysis to identify high-impact materials, suppliers, and activities. Arbor also enables product prototyping to test design changes for strategic emission reduction. Trusted by brands like Crocs, Scott Sports, and Canada Goose, Arbor supports accurate reporting and compliance navigation. By streamlining carbon measurement and offering actionable data, Arbor empowers businesses to enhance their climate strategies and accelerate progress toward sustainability goals with confidence.

Archer

USA www.archer.com

Archer is pioneering electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to transform urban air mobility. With a mission to unlock the skies, Archer aims to redefine how people travel and spend time by offering innovative, sustainable transportation solutions. Its aircraft are designed for efficient, low-emission urban travel, helping reduce congestion and improve mobility. Based in Santa Clara, California, Archer is at the forefront of aviation technology, blending engineering excellence with a vision for accessible, airborne transit. By reimagining urban movement, Archer is shaping the future of transportation and empowering communities to embrace faster, cleaner, and more flexible travel options.

Aurora (Nasdaq: AUR) is advancing self-driving technology to enhance transportation safety, reliability, and efficiency. Its flagship product, the Aurora Driver, is a self-driving system initially developed for freight-hauling trucks. Aurora collaborates with major logistics and transportation partners including FedEx, Volvo Trucks, PACCAR, Uber Freight, Werner, Schneider, and Ryder to integrate autonomous solutions across the freight ecosystem. By delivering scalable, high-performance automation, Aurora aims to transform the future of logistics. The company is committed to deploying self-driving technology broadly and responsibly, accelerating innovation in commercial transport. For updates and developments.

BBeewise

USA www.beewise.ag

Beewise uses AI and Robotics to #savethebees at scale in order to feed the world. Our solution, the BeeHome™, remotely inspects and treats bees in real time, protecting them from the complex and interrelated set of challenges they face, including extreme weather, pests, disease, and shortages in skilled beekeeping labor. By using AI & robotics to remotely treat bees in real time, in the field, the BeeHome reduces annual colony losses to less than 10%, compared to 40% in traditional wooden hives.

Biomitech

Mexico www.biomitech.fr

Biomitech is a technology company dedicated to preserving the planet through nature-inspired innovations in biotechnology and IoT. Its flagship product, BioUrban, is an intelligent air purification system that uses microalgae to clean urban air while simultaneously monitoring pollution levels and traffic flow. Designed for diverse environments, streets, highways, airports, hotels, schools, malls, and residential areas, BioUrban offers a sustainable, cost-effective solution for companies aiming to improve environmental impact. Biomitech’s mission is to create competitive advantages for businesses by integrating ecofriendly technologies that promote cleaner air and smarter urban infrastructure, contributing to a healthier, more sustainable future.

BitFuFu

Singapore www.bitfufu.com

BitFuFu is a leading digital asset mining and cloud mining service provider, backed by BITMAIN, the top cryptocurrency mining hardware manufacturer. As BITMAIN’s exclusive cloud mining strategic partner, BitFuFu offers secure, compliant, and transparent blockchain infrastructure with intelligent hashrate solutions for global clients. Its expanding network of mining facilities supports efficient digital asset mining for institutions and enthusiasts alike. With a diversified business model, including cloud mining, miner hosting, and self-mining, BitFuFu is built to withstand market fluctuations and drive vertical integration across the digital asset mining industry, positioning itself as a resilient and innovative force in the crypto ecosystem.

CCarta

USA www.carta.com

Carta is revolutionizing the private capital marketplace by connecting founders, investors, and limited partners through purpose-built software. Trusted by over 65,000 companies in 160+ countries, Carta’s platform enables confident building, investing, and scaling. Its Fund Administration platform supports 9,000+ funds and SPVs, managing nearly $185B in assets, with tools that empower fund CFOs strategically. Recognized by Fortune, Forbes, Fast Company, and Inc., Carta has earned accolades for innovation, growth, and workplace excellence, including Great Place to Work certification for 2025–2026. Carta continues to lead in transforming private equity infrastructure with scalable, impactful solutions for the global investment community.

Celonis

Germany www.celonis.com

Celonis is a global leader in process intelligence, helping organizations optimize operations for people, businesses, and the planet. Its Process Intelligence Platform creates a living digital twin of end-to-end processes by extracting data from existing systems. The platform is system-agnostic and unbiased, offering a universal language for process understanding and improvement. Since 2011, Celonis has empowered over 1,000 of the world’s largest companies to unlock value across financial performance, operational efficiency, and sustainability. By making processes work better, Celonis drives transformation and measurable impact across industries, enabling smarter decisions and more resilient, future-ready organizations.

Checkout.com

UK www.checkout.com

Checkout.com is a global financial technology company offering a high-performance cloud-based payments platform for enterprise and scaling businesses. Its solution enables seamless payment processing, payouts, and card program management across diverse markets. Headquartered in London, Checkout. com operates offices in New York, Paris, Dubai, Hong Kong, and other locations spanning six continents. Trusted by leading global brands including Sony, SHEIN, Wise, Patreon, and GE HealthCare, the company empowers businesses to optimize financial operations with speed, reliability, and scalability. Checkout.com continues to drive innovation in digital payments, supporting global commerce with secure, flexible infrastructure tailored to modern business needs.

Cimphony

USA www.cimphony.ai

Cimphony is an AI-powered law firm designed specifically for startups, blending licensed attorneys with proprietary AI agents to deliver fast, cost-effective legal services. Focused on streamlining startup operations, Cimphony handles critical legal tasks, from fundraising and employment to contracts and compliance, so founders can concentrate on building their businesses. By combining human expertise with intelligent automation, Cimphony offers high-quality, scalable support tailored to the fast-paced needs of early-stage companies. Its innovative model reduces legal complexity and expense, empowering startups to navigate growth confidently while maintaining compliance and protecting their interests.

Coachhub

Germany www.coachhub.com

CoachHub is the global leader in digital and AI-powered coaching, enabling organizations to deliver personalized, scalable talent development across all roles. Its platform boosts employee engagement, productivity, performance, and retention through science-backed coaching programs. With over 3,500 certified coaches in 90 countries and sessions in 80+ languages, CoachHub serves 1,000+ clients worldwide. Programs are built on proprietary research and AI insights from its Innovation Lab. Backed by top investors like SoftBank and HSBC Innovation Banking, CoachHub is also a certified carbon-neutral company, committed to reducing its environmental impact while transforming workforce development through intelligent, accessible coaching solutions.

COAST Autonomous

USA www.coastautonomous.com

COAST Autonomous specializes in advanced vehicle automation and monitoring systems that serve as the core intelligence for autonomous vehicles. The company transforms traditional vehicles into driverless shuttles capable of safe, rightspeed transportation for both people and cargo. Designed for point-to-point or on-demand mobility, COAST’s technology supports efficient, hands-free transit across various environments. By integrating world-class automation capabilities, COAST enables scalable, reliable autonomous solutions that enhance safety and accessibility. Its systems are engineered to meet the evolving demands of smart transportation, positioning COAST Autonomous as a key innovator in the future of mobility and logistics.

Darktrace

UK www.darktrace.com

Darktrace is a global leader in AI-driven cybersecurity, offering a dynamic platform that protects organizations against evolving digital threats. Its AI technology learns from each business’s unique data in real time, enabling rapid threat detection and precise intervention. With a diverse team of over 2,400 employees, Darktrace secures nearly 10,000 organizations and communities worldwide from known, unknown, and emerging cyber-attacks. The company’s adaptive approach ensures resilience in an ever-changing threat landscape, empowering businesses to safeguard their operations with intelligent, autonomous defense. Darktrace continues to redefine cybersecurity through innovation, scalability, and a commitment to proactive digital protection.

Contentful

Germany www.contentful.com

This leading digital experience platform empowers organizations to deliver engaging, personalized content at scale. It enables dynamic personalization, automated content delivery, and realtime experimentation, helping brands meet growing demands for tailored user experiences. By integrating advanced tools and insights, the platform supports next-generation digital strategies across global markets. Businesses can optimize customer journeys, test content performance, and adapt experiences instantly, driving deeper engagement and conversion. Designed for scalability and innovation, the platform equips teams to create impactful digital interactions that resonate with diverse audiences, ensuring relevance, agility, and measurable results in an increasingly competitive digital landscape.

Counterfake

Turkey www.counterfake.ai

CounterFake is a SaaS platform that uses proprietary AI-driven malware detection to automatically identify and eliminate counterfeit products and associated malicious traffic across online channels. As the only smart web scanner of its kind, CounterFake offers advanced security and monitoring solutions tailored for online sellers and e-marketplaces worldwide. Its mission is to transform the retail industry by protecting brands, enhancing consumer trust, and ensuring marketplace integrity. Through intelligent automation and professional oversight, CounterFake empowers businesses to safeguard their digital storefronts, reduce fraud, and maintain a secure, compliant online presence in an increasingly complex e-commerce landscape.

DEEP Robotics

China www.deeprobotics.cn

DEEP Robotics is a pioneer in Embodied AI, driving innovation in quadruped robot technology for industrial applications. The company specializes in end-to-end patrol inspection solutions across diverse sectors, combining advanced locomotion with intelligent systems to deliver reliable, autonomous performance. DEEP Robotics’ mission is to seamlessly integrate mobility and AI, enabling robots to navigate complex environments and perform tasks with precision. By leading the development of smart, agile quadruped robots, the company is shaping a future where robotics enhance safety, efficiency, and operational insight. DEEP Robotics continues to push boundaries in intelligent automation, building a brighter, more responsive robotic future.

DeepL

Germany www.deepl.com

DeepL is a global communications platform powered by Language AI, dedicated to breaking down language barriers since 2017. Its advanced translation technology and intelligent writing suggestions deliver human-like accuracy while prioritizing enterprise-grade security. Trusted by over 200,000 businesses, DeepL helps organizations enhance communication, expand into new markets, and boost productivity. Millions of individuals also rely on DeepL to understand global content and express ideas clearly across languages. By combining linguistic precision with intuitive design, DeepL empowers users worldwide to connect, collaborate, and communicate more effectively in an increasingly multilingual digital landscape.

Drone Express

USA www.droneexpress.com

Drone Express is an innovative aviation company transforming retail logistics through autonomous drone technology. By enabling fast, efficient, and eco-friendly deliveries, Drone Express is fostering a more connected and sustainable world. Its cutting-edge drone systems are designed to streamline lastmile logistics, reduce carbon emissions, and enhance delivery speed and flexibility for retailers and consumers alike. With a focus on safety, precision, and scalability, Drone Express is redefining how goods move in urban and suburban environments. The company’s mission is to revolutionize logistics infrastructure and empower businesses to meet modern delivery demands through smart, autonomous aerial solutions. #dronedelivery

EECOPEACE

Korea www.eco-peace.co.kr

ECOPEACE is a data-driven water purification company leveraging AI, big data, and robotics to deliver smart water resource management solutions. Its autonomous robots are designed to navigate contaminated areas independently, providing real-time water quality measurements and on-site purification. By integrating advanced technologies, ECOPEACE offers a scalable, intelligent approach to environmental monitoring and remediation. The company’s mission is to enhance water sustainability through innovative, mobile systems that ensure cleaner ecosystems and safer communities. ECOPEACE represents a forward-thinking model in environmental tech, combining precision, automation, and ecological responsibility to address global water challenges with efficiency and impact.

ELEKS

Estonia www.eleks.com

ELEKS is a trusted software engineering partner delivering high-tech innovations to Fortune 500 companies, large enterprises, and tech disruptors. With a commitment to excellence, quality, and transparency, ELEKS enhances how organizations operate and create value in the modern world. Its team of over 2,000 professionals across Eastern European delivery centers and sales offices in Europe, the US, and UK provides a comprehensive suite of services, including dedicated development teams, product engineering, R&D, and technology consulting. ELEKS empowers clients to scale efficiently, innovate confidently, and stay competitive through tailored, cutting-edge software solutions built for long-term impact.

Exotec

France www.exotec.com

Exotec® designs advanced goods-to-person warehouse robotics that enhance operational efficiency, resilience, and worker conditions. By integrating cutting-edge hardware and software, Exotec delivers flexible, scalable systems tailored to the evolving needs of global supply chains. Trusted by over 30 leading brands, including Carrefour, Decathlon, Gap, and Uniqlo, the company empowers businesses to adapt profitably to shifting business models and customer demands. Exotec’s elegant automation solutions streamline fulfillment processes, reduce manual strain, and support high-performance logistics environments. As a pioneer in warehouse robotics, Exotec continues to redefine intralogistics with intelligent, humancentric technology built for agility and growth.

FFANUC

USA www.fanucamerica.com

FANUC America delivers a comprehensive suite of industryleading solutions in industrial robotics, CNC systems, and factory automation. Serving manufacturers of all sizes, FANUC enhances efficiency, reliability, quality, and profitability through tailored automation technologies. Its hallmark ‘Service First’ guarantee ensures lifetime product maintenance, 24/7, 365 days a year, providing unmatched peace of mind. With a commitment to innovation and customer success, FANUC empowers businesses to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving industrial landscape. Whether optimizing production lines or scaling operations, FANUC offers robust, scalable solutions designed to meet diverse manufacturing needs.

flora&faunavisions

Germany www.florafaunavisions.de

flora&faunavisions is a Berlin-based creative studio pioneering emotional, immersive experiences through the fusion of design and technology since 1999. As an ecosystem of multidisciplinary professionals, the studio crafts inspired, boundary-pushing moments across industries, from cultural institutions to global brands. With a philosophy rooted in constant reinvention, flora&faunavisions embraces innovation to shape the future of experiential storytelling. Their work transcends expectations, blending art, architecture, and digital media into transformative encounters. Driven by curiosity and creativity, flora&faunavisions continues to redefine what’s possible in design, delivering unforgettable experiences that connect deeply with audiences around the world.

Footprint

USA www.footprintus.com

Footprint is a global materials science and technology company committed to creating a healthier planet and population by eliminating single-use plastics from the food chain. Using plantbased fiber technology, Footprint engineers design, develop, and manufacture bio-based products that offer sustainable alternatives to traditional packaging. The company is rapidly expanding into new categories with patented, customized solutions for leading global consumer brands. Footprint’s innovations have already diverted millions of pounds of plastic waste from the environment, driving meaningful impact in sustainability. With a clear mission and cutting-edge technology, Footprint is reshaping the future of packaging and environmental responsibility.

Fourchain Technologies

India www.fourchain.com

Fourchain Technologies is a service-based tech company delivering scalable, future-ready solutions in Fintech, Blockchain, and Artificial Intelligence. With a client-first approach, Fourchain ensures every product aligns with business goals, market needs, and long-term scalability. From concept to launch, the company integrates design, engineering, and strategic insight to build digital products that lead in performance and innovation. Serving startups, enterprises, and visionaries, Fourchain transforms ideas into impactful solutions that drive growth and competitive advantage. Its commitment to excellence and adaptability positions Fourchain Technologies as a trusted partner in shaping the future of intelligent, tech-driven business transformation.

UK www.gett.com

Gett is a leading taxi booking platform operating in Israel and the United Kingdom, specializing in regulated ground transportation services. Founded in 2010, Gett offers flexible mobility and delivery solutions to both B2B and B2C customers. With a strong focus on compliance and reliability, the platform supports over 11,000 business clients and serves more than 800,000 active individual users across its core markets. Gett’s technology streamlines urban transport, enabling efficient ridehailing and logistics for enterprises and consumers alike. By combining innovation with operational excellence, Gett continues to shape the future of smart, scalable transportation in regulated environments.

Glean

USA www.glean.com

Glean is a Work AI platform that connects to all your enterprise data, enabling employees to find, create, and automate work with ease. Its AI-powered search, assistant, and agent tools help teams onboard faster, resolve issues, generate content, and streamline workflows. Glean integrates with over 100 workplace apps, ensuring secure, real-time access to knowledge across systems. Designed for scalability and trust, it enforces permissions and offers APIs for custom extensions. With measurable productivity gains and rapid adoption, Glean empowers organizations to unlock the full potential of their data and transform how work gets done across departments.

Glüxkind Technologies

Canada www.gluxkind.com

GlüxKind is a pioneering baby tech company on a mission to help parents and their babies explore the world safely and comfortably. Its flagship product, Ella, the AI-powered smart stroller, was honored with a CES Innovation Award for redefining parenting mobility. Inspired by the German word “Glückskind” (lucky child), GlüxKind blends seamless technology with thoughtful design to enhance the child-rearing experience. The team, made up of new and expectant parents, is advancing robotics and machine learning to improve stroller safety, usability, and comfort. GlüxKind is reimagining one of parenting’s most essential tools to support joyful, empowered caregiving.

GO TO-U

USA www.goto-u.com

GO TO-U is a platform dedicated to optimizing electric vehicle (EV) charging management and operations. Its mission is to deliver a seamless, user-friendly charging experience marked by comfort, confidence, and simplicity. By streamlining the interaction between EV drivers, charging infrastructure, and service providers, GO TO-U enhances accessibility and efficiency across the EV ecosystem. The platform supports smart scheduling, real-time availability, and personalized services, making EV charging more predictable and convenient. GO TO-U empowers businesses and drivers alike to embrace sustainable mobility with confidence, contributing to a cleaner, more connected transportation future.

Greyparrot

UK www.greyparrot.ai

Greyparrot is a global leader in AI waste analytics, transforming recycling through intelligent, real-time insights. Its waste intelligence platform, featuring Greyparrot Analyzer and Sync API, analyzes over 70 waste categories across seven data layers, including financial value, brand, and GHG emissions. In 2023 alone, Greyparrot processed over 25 billion waste objects, helping facilities save millions and divert vast amounts of waste from landfills and oceans. By revealing the true composition and value of waste streams, Greyparrot empowers recycling professionals, plant builders, and FMCG brands to boost efficiency, meet regulations, and design more sustainable packaging for a circular economy.

HHAGAMOSphere

Japan www.hagamosphere.com

HAGAMOSphere™ is a groundbreaking spherical drone developed by DIC, featuring eight propellers mounted on a cubic frame for multidirectional movement and stable flight. Encased in a geometrically designed sphere guard, it can also rotate on the ground, enhancing versatility across environments. This innovative multicopter design enables seamless horizontal and vertical navigation while maintaining balance, making it suitable for diverse applications, from surveillance and inspection to entertainment and research. HAGAMOSphere™ represents a new frontier in drone mobility and adaptability, offering a unique blend of aerial agility and ground-based maneuverability for dynamic, real-world scenarios.

Immerse

USA www.immerse.com

IMMERSE is a next-generation language training platform designed for global enterprises, combining personalized AI coaching, live instructor-led classes, and immersive 3D environments. Its simulation-based approach delivers realworld language practice that drives measurable results, clients report a 750% increase in learner engagement and achieve key outcomes seven times faster than traditional eLearning. IMMERSE fosters global community interaction and scalable fluency development, making language learning more dynamic, effective, and accessible. Built for the future of work, IMMERSE empowers organizations to elevate communication skills across teams and geographies through cutting-edge, experiential training. The future of fluency is immersive, AI-driven, and enterprise-ready.

Improbable

UK www.improbable.io

Improbable is a British start-up pioneering virtual world development for over a decade. Focused on the transformative potential of the metaverse, Improbable empowers communities, companies, and brands to create immersive experiences with real-world social and economic impact. Through cutting-edge technologies, innovative models, and strategic partnerships, the company is expanding the boundaries of digital interaction and connectivity. Improbable’s platforms support scalable, multiplayer environments that redefine how people engage, collaborate, and build online. With a vision rooted in exploration and empowerment, Improbable continues to lead the evolution of virtual worlds, venturing boldly into new digital frontiers.

Hyra Network

USA www.hyra.network/en

Hyra Network is the world’s first Layer-3 blockchain platform designed to empower AI and Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN). Built for scalability and sovereignty, Hyra enables over 2 million users across 200+ countries to harness decentralized compute, AI training, and infrastructure ownership. Its five-layer architecture supports real-time data, secure messaging, and liquidity across diverse applications. Hyra’s “Train AI-To-Earn” model democratizes AI development, while its partnerships with DePIN ecosystems drive innovation in edge computing and smart infrastructure. With a mission to decentralize intelligence and infrastructure, Hyra is redefining how enterprises, developers, and nations build and scale AI-powered solutions.

Infobip

Croatia www.infobip.com

Infobip is a global leader in omnichannel engagement, delivering advanced messaging, authentication, and customer experience solutions across a wide range of platforms. With 70+ offices on six continents and over 3,700 experts, Infobip has grown into an engineering powerhouse over the past 15 years. Its in-house developed technologies help clients navigate complex communications with speed, security, and reliability. Driven by a “learning by doing” philosophy, Infobip hires and nurtures top engineering talent to build innovative, scalable solutions. The company empowers businesses to connect with customers more effectively, transforming how the world communicates through seamless, tech-driven engagement.

Intercom

Ireland www.intercom.com

Intercom is the AI customer service company transforming how businesses deliver support at scale. Its platform combines Fin, the #1 AI agent for customer service, with a next-generation Helpdesk, an intelligent, modern workspace that empowers support teams with speed, precision, and insight. Designed to enhance customer experiences, Intercom’s solution streamlines workflows, automates responses, and equips teams to resolve issues faster and more effectively. By integrating AI-driven tools with human support, Intercom helps companies build stronger customer relationships while reducing operational complexity. Trusted by leading brands, Intercom is redefining the future of customer service through innovation, intelligence, and seamless engagement.

Iris

USA www.irisroads.com

Iris is a global SaaS company delivering AI-powered infrastructure insights to modernize and automate road and asset maintenance. Its platform, Asset Guardian, enables municipalities and infrastructure partners to monitor safety, detect deficiencies, and ensure regulatory compliance using real-time, privacy-secure data. Supporting over 140,000 ITS devices, including irisGO™ dash cams, Iris replaces manual patrols with automated reporting and visualizations. The system captures data on pavement conditions, traffic assets, and inspections, streamlining operations and reducing emissions. With seamless integration into ITS and O&M workflows, Iris empowers agencies to shift from reactive to proactive infrastructure management, redefining how cities stay safe, efficient, and future-ready

KKemet AI

Egypt www.kemetai.com

KEMET AI is a technology-driven company focused on elevating businesses through agile, efficient, and elegant solutions in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Big Data Analytics. With deep expertise in enterprise application development, KEMET AI delivers intelligent software tailored to modern business needs. Its team of skilled developers and business analysts combines technical excellence with strategic insight to build scalable, high-performance platforms. Whether optimizing operations or unlocking data-driven innovation, KEMET AI empowers organizations to harness the full potential of emerging technologies. Guided by a vision of transformation through tech, KEMET AI is shaping smarter, more adaptive digital enterprises.

KUKA

Germany www.kuka.com

KUKA SE & Co. KGaA is a global leader in intelligent automation, headquartered in Augsburg, Germany, with €4 billion in annual sales and 15,000 employees worldwide. Committed to making automation simple, intuitive, and sustainable, KUKA delivers cutting-edge robotics, AI-driven systems, and digital solutions across industries including automotive, e-mobility, electronics, healthcare, and retail. Its portfolio spans from individual robots to fully integrated, connected automation cells. With a strong emphasis on human-robot collaboration and ecological responsibility, KUKA drives digital transformation while promoting circular processes and energy-efficient technologies, empowering businesses to innovate and operate more sustainably in a rapidly evolving industrial landscape.

MMarketScale

USA www.marketscale.com

MarketScale is a B2B content creation platform that transforms employees and customers into powerful storytellers. By enabling user-generated, brand-owned content, MarketScale helps companies scale authentic engagement without inflating budgets. Its platform empowers teams to shoot, post, and share real-world stories that evolve into compounding marketing assets. This is not influencer marketing, it’s ownership marketing, built by your people and driven by your brand’s narrative. MarketScale makes it easy for organizations to harness internal and external voices, turning everyday moments into strategic content that fuels growth, trust, and visibility across industries. It’s storytelling at scale, powered by your community.

Marshmallow Laser Feast

UK www.marshmallowlaserfeast.com

Marshmallow Laser Feast (MLF) is an experiential artist collective creating multisensory journeys where imagination and information collide. Their work explores new cultural forms and challenges perceptions through immersive storytelling that engages sight, sound, and emotion. Collaborating across disciplines, from coders and poets to chemists and institutions, MLF crafts installations that interrogate our relationship with the world and leave a trail of wonder. Exhibited globally at venues like ACMI, Barbican Centre, Sundance, SXSW, and Lisbon Architectural Triennale, MLF continues to redefine the boundaries of art, science, and technology through cosmic, collaborative exploration.

Matsuko

Slovakia www.matsuko.com

MATSUKO is pioneering lifelike holographic training solutions that make virtual presence feel real. By transforming human instructors into volumetric holograms, MATSUKO bridges the physical and digital worlds across industries like education, manufacturing, and enterprise learning. Its immersive experiences enhance knowledge retention, accelerate performance, and reduce time-to-competency. Recognized by leaders such as NVIDIA and major telecom operators, MATSUKO is driving innovation in digital communication and training. The platform delivers impactful, scalable learning environments that redefine how organizations engage, educate, and empower their teams, ushering in a future where virtual interaction is as natural and effective as being there in person.

Medwise AI

UK www.medwise.ai

MedWise AI is an AI-powered search platform built specifically for health professionals, designed to enhance clinical decisionmaking and patient care. By delivering fast, accurate, and context-aware medical insights, MedWise AI empowers clinicians to do their best work with confidence. Its intuitive interface streamlines access to trusted medical knowledge, helping users navigate complex cases and stay current with evolving standards. Focused on improving outcomes and reducing cognitive load, MedWise AI supports healthcare providers across specialties with real-time, evidence-based answers. With a mission to elevate care through intelligent technology, MedWise AI is redefining how professionals interact with medical information.

MEMS Vision

Canada www.mems-vision.com

MEMS VISION is a leading semiconductor company specializing in high-quality miniature smart sensors and electronics for IoT applications across mobile, automotive, wearables, healthcare, industrial, and consumer markets. Backed by a robust portfolio of patents in MEMS and integrated circuits, the company delivers precision-engineered solutions that power automation and connectivity. Founded by experts in micro and nanotechnologies, MEMS VISION emerged from over a decade of intensive research and multi-million-dollar innovation programs. With a highly skilled team and deep industry expertise, the company transforms advanced sensor technology into scalable products, enabling smarter, more efficient systems for global partners and customers.

Metafarmers Inc

South Korea www.metafarmers.ai

Metafarmers is revolutionizing agriculture with advanced robotic and AI-powered farming solutions designed for diverse crops. By combining in-house robotics hardware with intelligent software, Metafarmers enables precision farming that boosts efficiency, overcomes labor limitations, and supports sustainable practices. Their technology empowers producers to automate key tasks, reduce resource waste, and enhance productivity across the agricultural value chain. With a collaborative approach that unites engineers and farming experts, Metafarmers is building a smarter, safer farming ecosystem. From the farmer’s touch to the robot’s arm, Metafarmers is shaping the future of agriculture, driving innovation, resilience, and growth in the global food system.

Metropolis

USA www.metropolis.io

Metropolis is an AI company transforming real-world transactions through its advanced computer vision platform. Focused on simplifying everyday experiences, Metropolis currently reimagines parking, allowing millions of users to “drive in and drive out” without friction. By merging physical infrastructure with digital intelligence, the company eliminates traditional barriers to access and payment. Looking ahead, Metropolis aims to power seamless, checkout-free experiences across retail, mobility, and urban environments. Its technology delivers convenience, scalability, and efficiency, redefining how people interact with the built world. Metropolis is building the future of effortless, intelligent transactions, where the real world works as smoothly as the digital one.

Modern Milkman

UK www.themodernmilkman.co.uk

Modern Milkman is a global platform inspiring everyday sustainability through doorstep deliveries that make doing good effortless. Born from a single milkround in Lancashire, it now helps hundreds of thousands of households reduce waste, support local producers, and build better habits, without disrupting routines. By turning small, conscious choices into meaningful impact, Modern Milkman proves that convenience and conscience can go hand in hand. Its mission is rooted in empowering communities to make better decisions for themselves and the planet, one delivery at a time. Real change starts with simple swaps, and Modern Milkman makes those moments second nature.

Netherlands www.mollie.com

Mollie is a leading European fintech platform that simplifies payments and money management for over 250,000 businesses, from startups to enterprises. Founded in 2004, Mollie offers a unified solution for payments, reconciliation, reporting, fraud prevention, and financing, helping companies drive revenue and reduce operational complexity. With a team of 850+ professionals across offices in Amsterdam, London, Paris, Milan, and beyond, Mollie is on a mission to make financial operations

USA www.moved.com

Moved® is transforming the multifamily moving experience with a frictionless, friendly platform designed to ease the top stressor for 64% of renters: moving. By streamlining logistics and communication, Moved® empowers property managers and residents with tools that simplify every step, from scheduling to settling in. Its “Improve the move” approach reimagines relocation as a seamless service, reducing hassle and enhancing satisfaction. Moved® helps multifamily communities deliver better experiences, boost retention, and modernize operations. With intuitive tech and human-centered design, Moved® is giving moving the makeover it deserves, making transitions smoother for renters and smarter for property teams.

Multiverse Computing

Spain www.multiversecomputing.com

Multiverse Computing is a global leader in AI model compression and quantum software, with offices in Spain, Canada, the UK, France, Germany, and the USA. Its hyper-efficient solutions empower companies to gain a competitive edge through quantum computing and artificial intelligence. CompactifAI, its AI model compression tool, reduces model size without sacrificing performance, ideal for edge computing and real-time applications in healthcare, automotive, and telecom. The flagship platform, Singularity, integrates patented quantum and quantum-inspired algorithms proven through industrial trials. Multiverse Computing enables enterprises to unlock the transformative potential of quantum AI, driving innovation, efficiency, and sustainable tech adoption across sectors.

N26

Germany www.n26.com

N26 SE is Europe’s leading digital bank, offering a secure, userfriendly mobile banking experience built on cutting-edge technology. Headquartered in Berlin with offices across Europe, including Vienna and Barcelona, N26 serves millions with a team of 1,500 professionals representing over 90 nationalities. Founded in 2013 by Valentin Stalf and Maximilian Tayenthal, the bank holds a full German banking license and has raised nearly US$1.8 billion from top global investors. N26 simplifies money management for individuals and businesses, combining innovation with accessibility to redefine modern banking across the continent. Its mission: to make managing money effortless, secure, and customer-centric.

Navan

USA www.navan.com

Navan is the leading all-in-one platform for business travel and expense management, designed to simplify travel for frequent travelers and streamline operations for finance teams. From booking flights and hotels to automating expense reconciliation, Navan offers an intuitive, end-to-end experience backed by 24/7 support. Trusted by companies worldwide, the platform enhances productivity, reduces administrative burden, and ensures compliance, all while delivering a seamless user experience. Navan empowers organizations to manage travel and expenses efficiently, helping teams stay focused on what matters most.

Netguru

Poland www.netguru.com

Netguru is a digital acceleration company specializing in AI adoption and team augmentation for engineering and design. Since 2008, it has driven innovation across industries in the US, UK, DACH, and MENA regions. As a certified B Corporation®, Netguru combines technical excellence with social responsibility, helping businesses lead through scalable, future-ready solutions. Trusted by global brands like UBS, IKEA, Keller Williams, and Merck, Netguru empowers organizations to build and launch impactful digital products. Its multidisciplinary teams deliver speed, agility, and strategic insight, enabling clients to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

Northvolt

Sweden www.northvolt.com

Northvolt is driving the transition to a decarbonized future by building a sustainable battery industry from the ground up. Founded with a mission to produce the world’s greenest battery, Northvolt pioneers a new manufacturing approach centered on fossil-free energy, ethical sourcing, and advanced recycling. With a global team of passionate problem-solvers, the company sets new benchmarks for environmental responsibility and industrial innovation. Northvolt’s commitment to sustainability is embedded in every stage of its operations, empowering industries to reduce their carbon footprint and embrace clean energy solutions. It’s not just battery production, it’s a blueprint for a greener tomorrow.

Ogre AI

UK www.ogre.ai

Ogre AI is an automated B2B platform that leverages machine learning to support financial and operational decision-making for energy and utilities companies. Designed to optimize performance and reduce inefficiencies, Ogre AI delivers intelligent insights that help organizations navigate complex data environments and make faster, smarter choices. Its predictive analytics and automation tools empower teams to improve forecasting, streamline operations, and enhance strategic planning. By integrating advanced AI into core workflows, Ogre AI enables energy providers to adapt to evolving market demands and regulatory pressures, driving resilience, sustainability, and profitability across the sector.

OwlSense

Pakistan www.theowlsense.com

OwlSense is a full-spectrum software house delivering tailored solutions across AI, Big Data, OSINT, and advanced web technologies. With deep technical expertise and a commitment to innovation, OwlSense empowers organizations to harness complex data, automate intelligence workflows, and build scalable digital platforms. Its custom-built systems support strategic decision-making, cybersecurity, and operational efficiency across industries. Whether developing AI-driven analytics, open-source intelligence tools, or cutting-edge web applications, OwlSense combines precision engineering with agile development to meet evolving business needs. The company stands as a trusted partner for digital transformation, turning ambitious ideas into robust, future-ready solutions.

Personio

Germany www.personio.com

Personio is an Intelligent HR Platform designed to simplify and streamline HR processes for small and medium-sized organizations. By automating complex, time-consuming tasks, such as payroll, recruiting, onboarding, and performance management, Personio empowers teams to focus on what matters most: their people. The platform enhances efficiency, reduces administrative burden, and supports better decisionmaking through intuitive tools and data-driven insights. With a mission to unlock the full potential of every employee, Personio helps businesses build stronger, more agile workforces. It’s HR made simple, enabling organizations to grow and thrive through smarter, more human-centered people operations.

Pickpad Inc

USA www.pickpad.com

Pickpad is a smart order pickup system that leverages sensors and machine learning to streamline restaurant operations and enhance customer retention. Designed for busy food service environments, Pickpad automates the pickup process, reducing wait times and minimizing errors. Its intelligent technology enables real-time tracking and efficient handoffs, improving staff productivity and customer satisfaction. By optimizing order flow and providing actionable insights, Pickpad helps restaurants deliver faster, more reliable service. The system integrates seamlessly into existing workflows, offering a scalable solution for modern hospitality businesses seeking to boost efficiency and build loyalty through smarter, data-driven pickup experiences.

Pivt

USA www.pivtapp.com

Pivt is a platform designed to help employees thrive through transitions, whether it’s a new role, city, or team, by fostering connection and belonging. Recognizing that career changes are often the most vulnerable moments, Pivt combats disengagement and turnover through its one-on-one Buddy Program, matching employees with peers who’ve navigated similar journeys. This personalized support builds trust from day one, transforming uncertainty into meaningful relationships. By strengthening engagement and team cohesion, Pivt empowers organizations to retain talent and nurture a resilient workforce. It’s not just about onboarding, it’s about helping people stay, grow, and feel at home throughout their career journey.

Pleo

Denmark www.pleo.io

Pleo is Europe’s most trusted spend management platform, helping over 37,000 companies centralize and optimize business spending. From expenses and reimbursements to invoices and budgets, Pleo simplifies financial operations, boosting efficiency and making bookkeeping effortless. Its intuitive tools empower teams to pay, track, and manage spending in real time, turning everyday transactions into strategic insights. Designed for scalability and ease of use, Pleo supports smarter financial decisions across organizations of all sizes. With a mission to make business spending a driver of success, Pleo transforms complexity into clarity, so companies can focus on growth, not paperwork. Just… Pleo it.

RRad AI

USA www.radai.com

Rad AI is on a mission to empower physicians through artificial intelligence, saving time, reducing burnout, and elevating patient care. By automating repetitive tasks and enhancing clinical workflows, Rad AI enables doctors to focus more on patients and less on paperwork. Its cutting-edge solutions integrate seamlessly into existing systems, delivering real-time support that improves accuracy, efficiency, and outcomes. Designed by radiologists for radiologists, Rad AI understands the unique pressures of modern medicine and provides tools that truly make a difference. With a focus on physician well-being and care quality, Rad AI is redefining what’s possible in healthcare through intelligent automation.

Raylyst Solar

Czech Republic www.raylyst.eu

Raylyst Solar is a leading wholesale distributor of photovoltaic materials across Europe, delivering high-quality, cost-effective solar solutions. Specializing in solar panels, inverters, battery systems, mounting structures, and more from top global manufacturers, Raylyst supports clients from design to installation and after-sales service. With expert sales, technical, and legal teams, the company ensures seamless project execution at every stage. Strategically located warehouses in Kladno (Czech Republic), Rotterdam (Netherlands), and Koper (Slovenia) enable fast, optimized deliveries across Europe. Raylyst Solar combines deep industry expertise with smart logistics to power the continent’s transition to clean, reliable, and sustainable energy.

Revolut

UK www.revolut.com

Revolut is a global financial superapp on a mission to give people more visibility, control, and freedom over their money. Since 2015, it has empowered over 50 million customers with innovative products that simplify everyday finances, from payments and budgeting to investing and currency exchange. With a team of 10,000+ across offices and remote roles worldwide, Revolut’s rapid growth is fueled by its people and culture. Recognized as a Great Place to Work™, the company attracts talent passionate about building elegant solutions to complex challenges. Revolut is redefining financial services, making money management smarter, faster, and beautifully intuitive.

RingCentral Events

USA www.ringcentral.com

RingCentral Events is a comprehensive, AI-powered platform for managing in-person, virtual, and hybrid events that reflect your brand and build community. From planning to execution, it streamlines every stage of the event journey with features like custom branding, interactive engagement tools, 40+ app integrations, and robust analytics. Designed for businesses of all sizes, RingCentral Events helps create seamless, memorable experiences that drive connection and impact. Trusted by leading brands like Spotify, HubSpot, and Square, it empowers teams to elevate their event strategy and deliver personalized, high-performing events that leave a lasting impression. Transform your events with RingCentral Events.

RobotPlusPlus

China www.robotplusplus.com

RobotPlusPlus is an engineering-led company pioneering autonomous, working-at-height robots to enhance safety and sustainability in industrial environments. By integrating robotics, AI, and Robotics-as-a-Service (RaaS), RobotPlusPlus delivers efficient, eco-friendly solutions for surface preparation tasks such as rust, paint, and coating removal. Its UHP hydroblasting and grinding technologies serve the marine industry, cleaning ship hulls and cargo holds, and the petrochemical and Oil & Gas sectors, focusing on above-ground storage tanks. With over 1 million square meters cleaned, RobotPlusPlus is the world’s largest provider of this solution, setting new standards for industrial automation and workplace safety.

Runway

USA www.runwayml.com

Runway is a global AI research and technology company pioneering Universal Simulation systems that redefine how we create. Its rapidly evolving tools are laying the foundation for a future where anyone can generate anything, images, videos, scripted media, documentaries, graphic design, architecture, games, social content, and more. By removing traditional barriers to entry, Runway empowers creators across industries to bring ideas to life with unprecedented ease and flexibility. From education to entertainment, its technology is reshaping the creative process itself. Runway isn’t just building tools, it’s building the infrastructure for a new era of human expression and digital innovation.

SSafetyCulture

Australia www.safetyculture.com

SafetyCulture is a mobile-first operations platform that empowers teams to work safely, meet higher standards, and continuously improve. Evolving from a digital checklist app, it now enables inspections, issue resolution, asset management, and on-thego training, all in one intuitive system. With real-time data capture and actionable insights, SafetyCulture helps organizations go beyond compliance to set new benchmarks in environment, health, and safety. Its tools foster operational excellence by revealing what’s working and what needs attention. By unlocking team potential and streamlining processes, SafetyCulture drives smarter decisions and stronger performance, propelling businesses forward through everyday improvements.

Signapse

UK www.signapse.ai

Signapse is a Sign Language translation software company using Generative AI to deliver photo-realistic, accurate translations that enhance accessibility for the Deaf community. Recognizing that broadcast media, public announcements, and websites often exclude sign language users, Signapse ensures organizations provide inclusive access. Its mission is bold and clear: to make all digital information, currently available only in written and audible formats, automatically accessible in Sign Language. By combining cutting-edge AI with a deep commitment to equity, Signapse is transforming communication and breaking down barriers, empowering Deaf individuals to engage fully with the digital world. The goal: universal access, without exception.

Smarter Contracts

UK www.smartercontracts.co

Smarter Contracts is a FinTech company behind Pulse, a patent-pending platform that redefines data ownership and transparency. Designed to give individuals greater control over their personal data and rights, Pulse also equips businesses with the tools to manage data responsibly and transparently. By bridging the gap between data custodianship and user empowerment, Smarter Contracts supports compliance, builds trust, and fosters ethical data practices. Its innovative approach aligns with the evolving landscape of digital privacy and regulation, offering a scalable solution for organizations seeking to enhance accountability while respecting individual autonomy in the data economy.

Snyk

USA www.snyk.io

Snyk is the global leader in secure AI software development, empowering over 4,500 organizations to innovate rapidly while minimizing risk. Its AI Trust Platform integrates seamlessly into developer and security workflows, delivering real-time insights and automated remediation to accelerate secure software delivery. By boosting developer productivity and embedding security from code to cloud, Snyk enables businesses to build fast and stay secure in the AI era. Recognized as a Leader in Gartner’s 2023 Magic Quadrant for AST and Forrester’s SCA Wave, and featured on the Forbes Cloud 100 and CNBC Disruptor 50, Snyk is redefining modern software security.

Solumar

Bulgaria www.solumar.org

Solumar is revolutionizing emissions reduction for heavy industry with its innovative seawater-based filtering technology. Designed to meet Agenda 2050 goals, Solumar’s solutions eliminate 99.9% of mechanical particles, radioactive particles, VOCs, TOCs, and SOx, combined. Its scalable systems can be retrofitted or forward-fit into existing infrastructure without redesign, making adoption seamless. Inspired by aviation principles, the technology not only improves environmental performance but also enables the re-use and resale of captured materials, generating new revenue streams. Solumar offers a transformative path to cleaner operations, helping industries reduce their footprint while enhancing efficiency and profitability.

Svante

Canada www.svanteinc.com

Svante develops scalable, eco-friendly carbon capture solutions using proprietary solid sorbent technology to remove CO from industrial emissions and ambient air. Its filters and rotary contactor machines offer a commercially viable path for hard-todecarbonize industries to reduce their carbon footprint. The captured CO is concentrated to pipeline-grade purity, making it suitable for safe underground storage or reuse in other products. Svante’s technology is available today and designed to integrate seamlessly into existing operations, helping companies meet climate goals without compromising efficiency. With proven performance and environmental impact, Svante is advancing the future of industrial decarbonization.

Syncere

USA www.syncereai.com

Syncere is reimagining domestic robotics with a philosophy rooted in subtlety, familiarity, and harmony. Believing that home robots should serve quietly and blend seamlessly into everyday life, Syncere designs machines that feel like they’ve always belonged, enhancing the spaces and routines people already cherish. Rather than disrupt, these robots complement the aesthetics and rhythms of home, offering support without intrusion. With a focus on intuitive design and ambient presence, Syncere is creating a future where robotics are not just functional, but emotionally intelligent companions that integrate effortlessly into the background, serving with grace, simplicity, and a deep respect for the home.

TThe Turing Company

USA www.theturingcompany.com

Turing is a digital solutions provider transforming water management through the fusion of AI and industry expertise. Named after AI pioneer Alan Turing, the company delivers endto-end platforms that optimize operations across the entire water life cycle, from treatment plants to distribution networks. Leveraging AI and Industrial IoT (IIoT), Turing helps organizations reduce costs, minimize downtime, boost efficiency, and meet regulatory standards. Its intelligent systems provide real-time insights and automation, enabling smarter, more sustainable infrastructure management. With a focus on performance and innovation, Turing empowers utilities and industries worldwide to modernize water operations and drive measurable impact.

TrueLayer

UK www.truelayer.com

TrueLayer is Europe’s leading open banking payments network, transforming how money moves online. By combining real-time bank payments with financial and identity data, TrueLayer enables businesses of all sizes to onboard users, accept payments, and issue payouts instantly and securely. Its API-first infrastructure reduces friction, enhances compliance, and delivers seamless digital experiences at scale. From fintech startups to global enterprises, TrueLayer empowers organizations to operate with greater speed, trust, and transparency. As open banking reshapes the financial ecosystem, TrueLayer is at the forefront, driving innovation and redefining the future of payments across Europe and beyond.

Typeform

Spain www.typeform.com

Typeform is a refreshingly intuitive form builder that helps over 150,000 businesses collect data through beautifully designed forms, surveys, and quizzes. With a focus on user experience, Typeform makes data collection feel effortless and engaging, driving over 500 million responses annually. Its sleek interface and conversational format encourage higher completion rates, while seamless integrations with tools like Slack, Zapier, and HubSpot streamline workflows. Whether for customer feedback, lead generation, or team insights, Typeform empowers organizations to gather meaningful data with style and simplicity. It’s not just a form, it’s a better way to connect.

UUiPath

USA www.uipath.com

UiPath is advancing AI-powered automation with technology that mirrors human intelligence to transform business operations. Its UiPath Platform™ drives a new era of agentic automation, where agents, robots, people, and models collaborate seamlessly to enable autonomy and smarter decision-making. Focused on security, accuracy, and resiliency, UiPath empowers organizations to innovate faster and compete more effectively. By integrating AI into everyday workflows, it enhances human potential and redefines how industries operate. UiPath is not just automating tasks, it’s building the infrastructure for intelligent, adaptive systems that revolutionize productivity across the enterprise.

Unitree

China www.unitree.com

Unitree Robotics is a globally recognized leader in highperformance civilian robotics, specializing in the development, production, and sale of advanced quadruped robots and dexterous robotic arms. With a strong foundation in independent R&D, the company excels in core areas such as robotic components, motion control, and perception systems. Unitree’s consumer- and industry-grade robots are designed for agility, precision, and real-world application, pushing the boundaries of robotics innovation. Committed to safety and accessibility, Unitree encourages responsible use of its technology as it shapes the future of intelligent, mobile machines for everyday and professional environments.

Wasp

Italy www.3dwasp.com

WASP (World’s Advanced Saving Project) is an Italian pioneer in sustainable 3D printing, designing and manufacturing Madein-Italy printers since 2012. Inspired by the Potter Wasp, the company develops large-scale 3D printers to build homes using natural, locally sourced materials, offering a tangible solution to global housing and climate challenges. WASP leads in Ceramic (LDM) and Plastic (FFF & FGF) 3D printing, with advanced systems for clay, porcelain, and bio-materials like mycelium. Its HDP printers use recycled plastic pellets, promoting circular economy practices. With over a decade of innovation, WASP merges technology, sustainability, and architecture to benefit people and the planet.

Waymo

USA www.waymo.com

Vention

USA www.vention.io

Vention is a global leader in software engineering, powering the growth of tech-driven enterprises, startups, and industry innovators. Headquartered in New York with 20+ offices worldwide, Vention connects clients to a network of over 3,000 top-tier engineers from the world’s most respected tech hubs. Its teams integrate seamlessly with in-house developers to accelerate product roadmaps, drive innovation, and scale operations efficiently. Known for technology built for scale, Vention is the trusted backbone behind some of the world’s most successful digital businesses, delivering strategic expertise, agile execution, and engineering excellence that transforms ideas into high-impact solutions.

VVater

USA www.vvater.com

VVater is redefining water purification with cutting-edge, electricfield-based technologies that eliminate PFAS, microplastics, microorganisms, and other contaminants, without toxic byproducts or costly consumables. Its award-winning Farady Reactor, ALTEP process, and advanced flotation and bubble systems offer a scalable, eco-efficient alternative to outdated chemical and membrane methods. With over 4.3 billion gallons treated and global validation, VVater is expanding into municipal water, wastewater, DPR/IPR, data centers, commercial buildings, resorts, and residential markets. Delivering a 60% smaller footprint, 40% CapEx savings, 80% OpEx savings, and 40% lower energy use, VVater is America’s Next Water Company, pioneering the future of sustainable purification.

Waymo is on a mission to become the world’s most trusted driver, using autonomous technology to improve mobility and save lives. Powered by the Waymo Driver, the company offers safe, efficient rides through the Waymo One app, available today. As a leader in autonomous driving, Waymo emphasizes security and transparency, especially in its hiring practices. Candidates are contacted only through official channels, such as @waymo.com emails or verified LinkedIn recruiters. Waymo never uses messaging apps, personal email addresses, or social media DMs for recruitment. With innovation and integrity at its core, Waymo is driving the future of transportation.

WeAreBrain

Netherlands www.wearebrain.com

WeAreBrain is an award-winning technology and consulting partner helping global organizations and scale-ups turn ideas into impactful digital businesses. Founded in 2015, its multidisciplinary team of 75 creators excels in AI, Intelligent Automation, product design, software development, marketing, and data analytics. Committed to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, WeAreBrain builds future-ready solutions with purpose and innovation. Recognized by Emerce Top 100, DDA, SpinAwards, TheNextWomen, and EY Winning Women, the company champions female entrepreneurship and inclusive growth. With a global mindset and values-driven approach, WeAreBrain empowers visionary founders and enterprises to shape the digital landscape and leave a lasting legacy.

Xero

New Zealand www.xero.com

Xero is cloud-based accounting software designed to supercharge small businesses by simplifying financial management. Trusted by over 4.2 million subscribers worldwide, Xero streamlines invoicing, automates administrative tasks, and boosts operational efficiency. Its intuitive platform helps business owners stay on top of cash flow, reconcile transactions, and manage payroll with ease. With powerful integrations and real-time data access, Xero puts financial control at your fingertips, allowing you to focus more on growth and less on paperwork. Whether you're just starting out or scaling up, Xero sets your business on cruise control with smart, secure, and user-friendly accounting tools.

Zakeke

Italy www.zakeke.com

Zakeke empowers brands and retailers with live product personalization and immersive 3D/AR visualization tools. Its Visual Commerce Solutions integrate seamlessly across online and offline channels, enabling businesses to offer rich, interactive “design-your-own” experiences that boost customer engagement and conversion. From apparel to accessories, Zakeke transforms static catalogs into dynamic, customizable showcases, giving shoppers the power to personalize products in real time. With easy integration and scalable technology, Zakeke helps companies elevate their e-commerce strategy, differentiate their offerings, and build deeper connections with customers through creativity, interactivity, and innovation. It’s personalization made powerful, visual, and effortless. People are different and have unique tastes. As customers, they want to play a primary role in designing the products they use, configuring them according to their needs and tastes. Merchants are discovering the value of letting their customers create their own unique products and are taking personalization a big step forward into mass customization. Zakeke enables merchants to meet the increasing demand for customized products.

Cloud-based, cross-platform and multi-lingual to fit any store, anywhere, Zakeke is the ultimate professional Visual Commerce platform.

Zendesk

USA www.zendesk.com

Zendesk is a global leader in AI-powered customer service, delivering exceptional support through its purpose-built Resolution Platform. Designed to enhance every interaction, the platform integrates AI Agents, a comprehensive knowledge graph, seamless actions and integrations, governance tools, performance insights, and human expertise. Zendesk empowers businesses to combine automation with empathy, creating efficient, scalable, and personalized service experiences. Easy to implement and built for growth, Zendesk helps companies strengthen customer relationships, streamline operations, and drive long-term success. With a mission to power exceptional service for everyone, Zendesk is redefining how businesses connect with their customers in a digital-first world.

Zipline

USA www.zipline.com

Zipline is revolutionizing logistics with the world’s largest automated delivery system, designed to serve all humans equally. Founded to solve urgent access challenges, Zipline leverages robotics and autonomy to deliver essential goods, from blood and vaccines in Africa to on-demand home deliveries for Walmart and U.S. healthcare providers. Its clean, electric, instant logistics model reduces emissions, road congestion, and reliance on fossil fuels while expanding equitable access. With tens of millions served globally, Zipline is building a resilient supply chain and redefining delivery as a seamless, nearinvisible service, transforming how goods move and inspiring a future where access is universal.

WHAT THIS RECOGNITION MEANS FOR THE TOP 100 NEXT GENERATION COMPANIES 2025

This distinction is more than an award, it is a global mark of excellence.

Each company featured in the Top 100 Next Generation Companies 2026 has demonstrated outstanding innovation, leadership, and the potential to shape the future of its industry.

Being recognized means:

- Leading the transformation of your sector

- Delivering innovation with measurable real-world impact

- Demonstrating strong potential for global growth

- Setting new standards in technology, creativity, and sustainability

- Anticipating future challenges and building solutions ahead of the curve

This recognition is a signal of trust for partners, clients, and investors, confirming that your company meets the highest standards defined by the World Future Awards.

The 2025 cohort stands as a powerful testament to what visionary thinking can achieve. We are proud to celebrate these companies and look forward to the breakthroughs they will bring to the world.

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