Participated · Equity · Dec 2025

Random Power is an Italian deep-tech company translating quantum physics research into commercially deployable security hardware. Its core product line is a Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG) platform, including a QRNG ASIC that embeds quantum randomness directly into IoT and embedded devices and a 64-channel board designed for data-centre and cloud environments. Built on technology created within the EU ATTRACT programme coordinated by CERN, the solution produces high-entropy, non-deterministic numbers critical for post-quantum cryptography and future-proof data protection. The company’s approach is fully compatible with standard CMOS processes, enabling on-chip integration at low power and cost. More than €2.6 million in fresh venture capital will fund the industrialisation and certification of these products, expand the commercial team, and deepen partnerships in Europe and the United States. No revenue or user metrics were disclosed in the article, underscoring the firm’s early-stage status.

Participated · Equity · Nov 2025

Founded in 2022 as a spin-off of the University of Bologna, Adaptronics designs, manufactures, and sells electro-adhesive devices based on its proprietary Electro-Active Adhesive Layer (EAAL) technology. EAAL uses electrostatic forces with integrated tactile feedback to let robots grasp objects of any shape or material in under 10 ms and with up to 1,000× the efficiency of conventional pneumatic, magnetic, or mechanical grippers. The solution operates in both terrestrial factories and the harsh vacuum of space, targeting use cases from industrial automation to satellite maintenance, refueling, and debris removal. The company is incubated at I3P (Politecnico di Torino) and is an alumnus of ESA BIC Turin, reflecting strong ties to Europe’s aerospace ecosystem. With a €3.15 million equity round led by 360 Capital and Galaxia already secured and a new €2.5 million EIC Accelerator grant just awarded, Adaptronics is well-funded to accelerate in-orbit validation and commercial rollout. Management aims to position the firm as the European reference point for electro-adhesive robotic gripping technology. No revenue or user metrics were disclosed in the article.

Participated · Seed · Sep 2025

Astradyne develops ultralight solar panels for space applications, centered on its Solar-Z product. The company intends to use the funds to accelerate development of Solar-Z. Its technologies, conceived for orbit, also find applications on Earth in advanced and specialized contexts. Astradyne completed incubation at I3P and in the ESA BIC Turin incubation program run by I3P with ESA, ASI, Politecnico di Torino and LINKS Foundation. Founded in 2021 and led by CEO Davide Vittori, the company is based in Bari, Italy. It raised seed funding to support product development and growth.

Participated · Seed · Jan 2024

SPiN offers modularity-as-a-service for satellites via its MA61C multipurpose adapter, aiming to reduce design costs by 50%, production costs by 30% and cut integration time by a year. The company positions its technology as a way to democratize access to space and enable satellite manufacturers to reallocate resources toward new ventures. Funds from the recent round will be used to scale the startup, intensify R&D, explore commercial opportunities, and further qualify hardware in operational environments. As part of the investment, a Galaxia representative will join SPiN’s board and the company will move its headquarters from Germany to Italy. SPiN was founded in 2015 during the founders' studies at TU Delft and has participated in ESA BIC and Techstars programs. The company has received recognition at competitions including Startup Weekend Space, INNOSpace Masters, and Space2Connect.