Auterion is a software company bringing open-source and open-standards into the mobile robotics industry for a simplified user and deployment experience through connected and autonomous fleets of drones in the air and on the ground. This allows for easy data collection, cargo delivery or ISR missions with data integration into existing or new workflows.

OKSI introduces critical technologies to DoD and allied forces using AI/ML to enhance true autonomy. They equip weapons and reconnaissance systems with intelligence to maneuver, capture data and take rapid and effective tactical action. Their UAS integrated systems perform calculated teaming and swarming missions. Operating in total autonomy their technology can collaborate in real time to conduct, divide and conquer ISR mission sets and provide targeting information to commanders.

Headquartered in Silicon Valley, with offices in Toulouse and Tokyo, Airbus Ventures is a fast-moving, early-stage venture capital company that independently funds and supports startups set to shift both the aerospace industry and our planetary system to a sustainable future. Airbus Ventures has helped aspiring innovators reach new dimensions of achievement since 2015.

Bayern Kapital, the venture capital organisation of Bavaria, provides equity capital financing for the founders of young innovative technology companies in Bavaria.

DTCP is an independent investment management firm with over 2.5 billion euros in assets under management and more than 50 professionals.

DTCP Growth invests in leading software companies out of its latest fund Growth Equity III (GE III). The team has made over 30 investments in Europe, Israel, and the US, with notable investments including Aircall, Arctic Wolf Networks, Auth0 (acquired by OKTA), Guardicore (acquired by Akamai), Fastly (NYSE: FSLY), Pipedrive (acquired by Vista Private Equity), LeanIX and Signavio (both acquired by SAP SE).

HV Capital is one of the leading early-stage and growth investors in Europe. With nine fund generations in 23 years and €2.8 bn in managed assets, HV Capital is one of the continent’s most active early-stage investors. The investment team has many years of experience in identifying European startups with great potential for success. In addition to international success stories like Zalando, Delivery Hero, Sumup, and Depop, innovation leaders such as Enpal, Flixbus, Sennder, and Isar Aerospace are also part of the portfolio. HV Capital has invested in around 225 internet and technology companies, supporting startups with ticket sizes ranging from €0.5 m to €60. It is one of Europe’s few venture capital firms that can finance startups through all growth phases. HV Capital has a team of more than 40 investment and operations professionals who provide a variety of perspectives and expertise across the venture capital landscape.

In-Q-Tel, formerly Peleus and In-Q-It, is an American not-for-profit venture capital firm based in Arlington, Virginia

Notion Capital is a European B2B SaaS and Cloud VC with more than $1bn assets under management and with more than 100 investments to date. The Notion team founded, built and exited two highly successful SaaS businesses – Star and MessageLabs – and invests exclusively in exceptional founders with the ambition to build global category leaders. The Notion portfolio includes GoCardless, Mews, Paddle, Unbabel and YuLife.

Omnes is a leading private equity firm dedicated to the energy transition and innovation. With over €5.7 billion in assets under management, our teams support long term partnerships with entrepreneurs through its 4 core businesses: renewable energy, sustainable cities, deeptech venture capital and co-investment. For over 20 years, Omnes has been bringing its expertise to help companies grow, with a focus on sustainability, in over 15 countries. As part of its approach as a responsible investor, the company set up the Omnes Foundation to support non-profits helping children in the fields of education, health, social and economic integration.

Porsche Automobil Holding SE (Porsche SE) is a holding company with investments in the areas of mobility and industrial technology. The company employed almost 50 employees as of December 31, 2023 and generated a group result of 5.1 billion euro in the fiscal year 2023. As its core investments, Porsche SE holds the majority of the ordinary shares in Volkswagen AG and 25 percent plus one share of the ordinary shares in Porsche AG. In addition, Porsche SE has acquired minority interests in several technology companies in North America, Europe and Israel and has invested in private equity and venture capital funds.

Project A invests capital and operational expertise in founders who are reshaping their industries.

Thiel Capital is an investment firm founded by Peter Thiel located in West Hollywood, California.

10x Group are serial entrepreneurs who invest in founders across Europe and Silicon Valley, CA.