User Group: Start-up

Mine&make GmbH has successfully crafted an AI-based business development platform tailored to individual requirements. The company provides customized insights into business opportunities, empowering each customer to expand across diverse industries. Mine&make not only identifies these opportunities but also undertakes the responsibility of carrying out and implementing them. Leveraging artificial intelligence, the platform analyzes individual products and technical competencies to to unveil prospects such as new applications, adjacent functionalities, new technologies, expansion into untapped market fields, and the formulation of high-potential product strategies.

The platform, powered by a AI-based Insights Engine, serves multifunctional purposes in research and development (R&D), marketing, and sales. Mine&make is dedicated to maximizing the business potential of its clients, offering avenues for opportunity development through workshops, insights, and projects. 

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Nuvus GmbH specializes in guiding clients through the seamless implementation and integration of cutting-edge technologies, leveraging AI software testing. Their core expertise lies in testing, integration, and security, complemented by proficiency in software development and automotive engineering.

As a premier testing service provider, nuvus offers a comprehensive suite of solutions, encompassing verification and validation services, defect management and configuration, error analysis, and traceability. Additionally, they excel in planning and executing test drives. Harnessing the power of artificial intelligence, nuvus provides invaluable support in bug prediction, resource optimization, process automation, and machine learning. 

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By becoming part of the Cyber Valley Start-up Network, nuvus and mine&make have joined a vibrant AI community dedicated to advancing technology and promoting collaboration among start-ups, researchers, and industry partners. 

With already over 300 municipalities across seven countries using their system, vialytics is setting the standard for AI-based road management systems. The company's cloud software has proven instrumental in streamlining processes for municipal administrations, providing actionable insights that contribute to more efficient road maintenance strategies.

One of their contributions to the field is its artificial intelligence system designed for objective, rapid, and accurate analysis of asphalt surfaces. This innovation addresses the significant cost and time associated with traditional road condition assessments. By leveraging AI algorithms, the start-up ensures precise evaluation of asphalt conditions to be able to make informed decisions for optimal road maintenance planning.

"In the dynamic landscape of road management, vialytics is proud to lead the way with cutting-edge AI solutions that revolutionize the industry," says Co-Founder and Chief Evangelist Danilo Jovicic-Albrecht at vialytics. "Our commitment to innovation through AI and sustainability aligns perfectly with the values of the Cyber Valley Start-up Network. We are excited to collaborate within this growing AI ecosystem in Southern Germany."

Through joining the Cyber Valley Start-up Network, vialytics is now part of a dynamic AI community that is focused on driving technological advancements and fostering collaboration between start-ups, researchers, and industry leaders.

MATVIS provides expert guidance to customers seeking to integrate AI into their business to optimize processes, increase efficiency, and enhance transparency. The start-up focuses on providing technology solutions for businesses developing regulatory-compliant AI. The company’s academic background in machine learning, computer science, electrical engineering, and economics means that MATVIS can work on implementing compliance processes such as AI risk management and certification systems in high-risk applications. 

Established in 2023, MATVIS was driven by a growing demand for future-proof AI solutions that adhere to continuously evolving standards in the field of AI development. In response, MATVIS offers a platform solution to address the potential problems that AI companies may encounter in the future.

“We all felt that some sort of regulation for AI must be coming at some point but we couldn’t imagine what the future of AI will be like”, says Wolfgang Glatz, MATVIS’s co-founder. “From a present perspective, regulatory-compliant AI will be a chance to establish the trademark of trustworthy AI, made in Europe.”

About Cyber Valley

Cyber Valley is Europe’s largest and leading research consortium in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) and modern robotics. Cyber Valley has a mission and a public mandate to advocate for entrepreneurship, research, development, application, and acceptance of technologies and methods in the field of intelligent systems. The company envisions a future where the full potential of intelligent systems is leveraged for the greater good of the world.

The Cyber Valley Community brings together partners from science, industry, and society, along with AI researchers and entrepreneurs. The Cyber Valley GmbH is funded by the state of Baden-Württemberg and acts as the central organizer, service provider, and host for the community. While the GmbH operates from Stuttgart and Tübingen, Cyber Valley has a larger scope: As a national and European driving force, it attracts the best people from all over the world to create the future with AI.

About the Cyber Valley Start-up Network   

Cyber Valley's Start-up Network builds and fosters a community of AI entrepreneurs. Members enjoy exclusive access to a wide-ranging network, connecting them with AI researchers, investors, corporations, and fellow start-ups. Members are required to have a connection to Cyber Valley, either by being located in Baden-Württemberg, or by being members or alumni of Cyber Valley partner institutions. The core of their business model must be centered around intelligent systems. The Start-up Network is growing continuously. More information about the current number of start-ups and the application process: cyber-valley.de/start-up-network. 

About MATVIS

MATVIS is the reliable partner for transferring future technologies into efficient and reliable solutions for the present so that companies and organizations can achieve their ecological, economic, and social goals in the best possible way. MATVIS’s know-how empowers their partners with the implementation of regulatory-compliant AI. We advise on potentials with Al-based optimization of processes and create sustained compliance concepts that increase efficiency, enhance transparency, and enable the achievement of sustainability goals.

As a service provider, Voiceagenten was founded to demonstrate the capabilities and potential of digital voice assistants. The company creates digital interaction opportunities for various industries with the help of Amazon Alexa. Voiceagenten’s tools combine their voice technology expertise with the latest developments in artificial intelligence (AI). 

The emergence of large language models (LLMs) represents a game-changer in the voice technology field. Voiceagenten recognizes the potential of these models in enhancing the efficacy and precision of voice assistants. Rooted in sophisticated AI algorithms, LLMs empower digital assistants to comprehend and respond with an almost human-like understanding, bridging the gap between machine and natural conversation. The start-up integrates LLMs to elevate the user experience, ensuring seamless interactions and more intuitive responses. It's not just about voice commands anymore; it's about engaging in meaningful dialogues with technology.

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Voiceagenten ensures that each project and application is flexible and tailored to the requirements of the client. They have already offered several services to their customers, including a time tracking service where employees can record their working time and create a time stamp with a simple voice command. For another client, they developed a high-quality forest bathing experience at home by generating an audio experience with forest meditating sounds to ensure complete tranquility.  

The company also offers a professional audio transcription service that can transcribe text in 57 languages. This can be used for creating and publishing podcasts, interviews, videos, and more. The advancement of digital voice assistant capabilities through artificial intelligence offers distinct advantages that can be customized to suit individual requirements.

CEO of Voiceagenten, Paulos Mesghina, additionally remarks, "At Voiceagenten, we're revolutionizing digital interactions through AI-driven voice solutions. Every command shapes a more conversational future."  

About Cyber Valley  

Cyber Valley is Europe’s largest and leading research consortium in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) and modern robotics. It has a mission and a public mandate to advocate for entrepreneurship, research, development, application, and acceptance of technologies and methods in the field of intelligent systems. The company envisions a future where the full potential of intelligent systems is leveraged for the greater good of the world.  

The Cyber Valley Community brings together partners from science, industry, and society, along with AI researchers and entrepreneurs. The Cyber Valley GmbH is funded by the state of Baden-Württemberg and acts as the central organizer, service provider, and host for the community. While the GmbH operates from Stuttgart and Tübingen, Cyber Valley has a larger scope: As a national and European driving force, it attracts the best people from all over the world to create the future with AI. 

About the Cyber Valley Start-up Network   

With the Cyber Valley Start-up Network, Cyber Valley is building and fostering a community of AI entrepreneurs. Members enjoy exclusive access to a wide-ranging network, connecting them with AI researchers, investors, corporations, and fellow start-ups. Members are required to have a connection to Cyber Valley, either by being located in Baden-Württemberg, or by being members or alumni of Cyber Valley partner institutions. The core of their business model must be centered around intelligent systems. The Start-up Network is growing continuously. More information about the current number of start-ups and the application process: cyber-valley.de/start-up-network. 

About Voiceagenten 

Voiceagenten is at the forefront of voice technology. As experts in Large Language Models and Prompt Engineering, we offer AI-driven speech solutions that will propel your business into the future. 

The Stuttgart-based start-up aims to increase awareness of water consumption, thereby addressing environmental issues, including water shortages and droughts. 

With the use of their plug-and-play adapter, hydrop systems has made it easy to determine how much water is being consumed in a household. After the adapter connects to the water meter, the user-friendly central monitoring platform analyzes in detail the consumption of water within a specific period. Using the results, the start-up will optimize water utilization, enhancing a household’s efficiency and lowering costs.  

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With the help of artificial intelligence, hydrop systems develops software that pinpoints exactly where water is being used, delivering an even more detailed analysis of consumption than is possible without such software. With this knowledge, preventive measures can be taken before problems like leakages and bursts occur.    

“At hydrop systems, we believe that we unlock the path to a greener and more resilient future through the fusion of sustainability and cutting-edge AI innovations. We are excited to be part of the Cyber Valley, where the synergy between research, industry, and start-ups in this domain is shaping a brighter future for all,” says Katrin Kreidel, CEO and Co-Founder of hydrop systems. 

About Cyber Valley 

Cyber Valley is Europe’s largest research consortium in artificial intelligence (AI) and modern robotics. Cyber Valley has a public mandate to advocate for entrepreneurship, research, development, application, and acceptance of technologies and methods in the field of intelligent systems. The company envisions a future where the full potential of intelligent systems is leveraged for the greater good of the world.  

The Cyber Valley Community connects partners from science, industry, and society together, along with AI researchers and entrepreneurs. The Cyber Valley GmbH, funded by the state of Baden-Württemberg, acts as the central organizer, service provider, and host for this community. The GmbH is located in Stuttgart and Tübingen, but the Cyber Valley Community has a far wider reach: As a national and European driving force, we attract the best people from around the world to create the future with AI. 

About the Cyber Valley Start-up Network  

With the Cyber Valley Start-up Network, Cyber Valley is building and fostering a community of AI entrepreneurs. Members enjoy exclusive access to a wide-ranging network, connecting them with AI researchers, investors, corporations, and fellow startups. Members are required to have a connection to Cyber Valley, either by being located in Baden-Württemberg, or by being members or alumni of Cyber Valley partner institutions. The core of their business model must be centered around intelligent systems. The Start-up Network is growing continuously. More information about the current number of start-ups and the application process: cyber-valley.de/start-up-network.

About hydrop systems 

hydrop systems wants to proactively prevent water shortages through offering smart metering for water consumption. We provide a user-friendly solution for determining water usage via precise monitoring. The device, which anyone can install easily in under two minutes, attaches seamlessly to the existing water meter and offers real-time monitoring. Data is analyzed on hydrop systems' backend using artificial intelligence, which can perform tasks like tracking consumption by application and promptly spotting leaks. hydrop systems also provides personalized water-saving tips and an information platform with, among other tools, general facts about water and a community function.