The 8 start-ups selected to pitch at the SICTIC Investor day

The SICTIC Investor Day is a matchmaking event where Internet start-ups pitch to find experienced investors and supporters. Following the first round of pitches, the audience will vote for the most promising start-ups which will proceed in the next round for an 8-minute extended presentation. The audience also has the opportunity to pose questions. During the networking apèro start-ups will have the opportunity to expand their networks and further present their products.

The 8 startups are:

• Adaptricity: Adaptricity develops cloud-based simulation software for the planning and optimization of electricity distribution grids. Adaptricity helps grid operators in the transition to renewable energy and SmartGrids by enabling data-driven, large-scale simulations that revolutionize grid planning and operation.

• audiolingo: The mobile platform audiolingo is the key for students to pass their foreign language exam with the stories and audios they love. As recommended by test institutions like TOEFL or Cambridge. With exam readiness indicator and guided learning and content from major publishers like Bloomberg, Smithsonian or FT.

• Inno-Motion AG/ Limbic Controller: Cheap and connected physiotherapy for back- and neuro- patients based on innovative virtual reality technology.

• Quantinum AG: Market and customer big data analytics at users’ fingertips. Quantinum is a leading company for the automation of knowledge work and develops smart software products that enable the collaboration of man and machine.

• Senozon AG: Fully automated assessment of visitor frequency and reachability of locations and real-estate with a self-service user interface for B2B customers. 

• TailoredMotor: Production of bespoke electric motors based on a 3D model specification that is as flexible as if they were 3D printed. Users can configure their motor online and the data is directly fed through to the manufacturing. That way the start-up is faster and more affordable for small and medium quantities.

• Teleport: New interaction paradigm with video offered as SaaS. The user can navigate the video by scrolling or random-access any segment. The medium can be enriched with user-managed context information. Currently used for virtual tours (university campus, real estate) and education (tutorials, knowledge management). 

• TravelerFirst: The startup-up developed a platform which fully supports passengers for automatically claiming compensations for flight delays, cancellations or luggage damages. This approach can greatly enhance benefits and returns for individuals and companies reducing time and costs.