NcodiN, a pioneering company specializing in optical interconnect technology, has successfully secured €3.5 million from leading European Deeptech investors, such as Elaia, Earlybird and OVNI Capital.
This startup, accelerated by 21st by CentraleSupelec aims to revolutionize the semiconductor industry and address the need for innovative technologies for processors dedicated to High-Performance Computing (HPC) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). NcodiN is poised to ignite a true revolution in the industry with its innovative approach, tailored to meet the needs of players such as: Nvidia, Intel, and Qualcomm. With the explosion of AI, the evolution in processor size and performance is a crucial point: key industry players are eagerly awaiting the company's MVP, which will pave the way for the adoption of optical interconnects in future generations of processors.
Major semiconductor groups have recently shifted their paradigm in processor design by adopting disaggregated architectures, where a set of "chiplets" is packaged on - and interconnected by - an interposer chip. Traditional electrical interconnects, based on copper wires, have reached their limit and represent the main bottleneck in the roadmap for these advanced systems. Optical interconnects are essential to break the "copper wall".
Unlike its competitors, NcodiN leverages unique, proprietary technology that delivers unparalleled performance and energy efficiency, paving the way for Petabit/second data traffic with an energy budget of less than 100 fJ/bit. NcodiN's "secret sauce" lies in the on-chip integration of highly miniaturized nanolasers and nanodetectors, which enable ultra-high integration density – over 10,000 components per cm². This technology unlocks high-speed, reliable, and extremely energy-efficient data transmission, paving the way for ultra-high-performance processor architectures capable of executing extremely demanding computations for users.
"NcodiN's revolutionary approach to NcodiN optical interposers, connecting 'chiplets,' represents a paradigm shift in computational efficiency and speed. This technology has the potential to unlock unprecedented performance and scalability, paving the way for transformative advancements in HPC and AI. By joining NcodiN's board, I am thrilled to lend my support as we embark on this journey to redefine the future of computing." Léo Apotheker, former CEO of HP and SAP
Supported by distinguished advisors, including international executives such as Léo Apotheker (former CEO of HP and SAP) and Éric Meurice (former CEO of ASML), NcodiN demonstrates the impact of its vision and the quality of its team. These advisors bring a wealth of experience and expertise to guide the company toward achieving its ambitious goals.
"This investment is a testament to the groundbreaking work we are doing at NcodiN. Our unique technology and innovative approach, combined with the support of eminent advisors and strategic Deeptech investors, position us for success in the world of AI and semiconductors." Francesco Manegatti, Co-founder and CEO at NcodiN.
"High-performance computing and artificial intelligence are pushing the limits of semiconductor scaling and driving the need for optical interconnects. NcodiN is developing exciting future technology that offers an effective way to extend Moore's Law." Éric Meurice, former CEO of ASML
"Francesco, Bruno, Fabrice, and the NcodiN team have identified a unique opportunity to transform the semiconductor industry with a new approach to photonic links. Leveraging 15 years of R&D and patented innovation, they are developing a revolutionary optical link for the future of AI & HPC chips. We are proud to have supported them from day one!" Clément Vanden Driessche, Investment Director at Elaia
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