Meet the 14 Amsterdam-based startups exhibiting at Intelligent Health and World Summit AI 2021

The city of Amsterdam has rooted itself as one of the most developed startup ecosystems in the world. Over the years, the startup and scaleup ecosystem has only become much more sophisticated. 

The speed at which Amsterdam’s economy transformed along with technological developments shows that there is no going back for the city. As one of the world’s most dynamic cities, Amsterdam is always bustling with exhibitions, festivals, concerts, and more. 

And this year, the World Summit AI returns to Amsterdam, promising to be a treat for all those who are interested in Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Considered one of the hottest events on AI in the world, the event is set to kick-off and provide opportunities to chat with experts and learn from stalwarts working in the field of artificial intelligence.

World Summit AI 2021 

The World Summit AI 2021 (WSAI 2021) will be hosted on October 13 and 14 in Beurs van Berlage, Amsterdam. Unlike previous World Summit events, attendees are limited to 1000 people this year. 

The event brings together a global AI ecosystem of enterprise, big tech, startups, investors, and Science. Some of the brightest brains in AI will be present as speakers and will be ready to answer and tackle some of the most burning AI issues and set the global AI agenda.

As a part of its 5th-year celebration, WSAI will be creating a ‘super summit’ by combining three world-leading brands – World Summit AI, Intelligent Health (IH) on the October 12, and the launch of TMinus30 – a new InspiredMinds summit on climate and the future of food and agriculture.

StartupAmsterdam, Smart Health Amsterdam, Gemeente Amsterdam, CTO Innovatieteam, Amsterdam Convention Bureau and the Nederlandse AI Coalitie are also supporting and taking part in this flagship event.

The event will also provide a platform for budding startups working in the field of AI or using AI to showcase their products and businesses and seek funding. 

Here is the list of 14 startups selected by the City of Amsterdam to exhibit at Intelligent Health on October 12 and World Summit AI on October 13 and October 14.

Purple Gaze

Founder: Kirill Korotaev

Purple Gaze is building an AI platform for detecting neural biomarkers using eye movements. 

Tech behind the startup: AI, Eye Tracking, Digital Biomarkers.

What it seeks:

• Funding
• Clients (i.e. corporates, SMEs)
• Exposure
• Government collaboration

Motivation behind participating in this event, according to the startup

“We’ve implemented the most recent advances in AI algorithms to build our FOXIE Eye Tracking system that captures more than 200.000 high-quality data points in just 5 minutes. Our next goal is to take Eye Tracking outside of the research lab and turn it into an essential tool in the neurologist’s toolbox that helps doctors make better-informed decisions and improve patient outcomes. At #IH21 we are looking to connect with medical experts who could help us co-develop and validate the neurological assessment tool on top of our platform.”

Purple Gaze will be giving an AI Lightning Talk at the NL Lounge during IH (Purple Gaze Windows to the Brain). 

Kepler Vision Technologies

Amsterdam-based Kepler Vision Technologies develops an AI that looks after the well-being of humans, particularly in eldercare centres. The company’s proprietary computer vision technology allows staff to respond immediately to patients in distress and virtually eliminates false alarms. Kepler is a spin-off company from the University of Amsterdam.

CEO: Harro Stokman

Tech behind the startup: Computer vision and machine learning

What it seeks:

• Funding
• Clients (i.e. corporates, SMEs)
• Exposure

Motivation behind participating in this event, according to the startup

“We introduce Artificial Intelligence to improve the quality of life of elder people. In addition, our technology makes caregivers up to 50% more productive. We are raising Venture Capital to expand internationally.”

Kepler Vision Technologies will be giving an AI Lightning Talk at the NL Lounge during IH (Kepler Vision Artificial Intelligence looking after the well-being of humans)

Digi.Bio

Digi.Bio is bridging the digital and biological world through microfluidic automation and AI. The Amsterdam-based company is accelerating immunotherapies development from months to days with the “nespresso” machine to brew cancer-killing drugs

Founders: Federico Muffatto, Frido Emans, and Jelmer Cnossen

Tech behind the startup: Digital microfluidics-based lab-on-a-chip technology, machine vision AI tools

What it seeks:

• Funding
• Clients (i.e. corporates, SMEs)
• Talent (Co-founder. hires)
• Mentors
• Exposure 

Motivation behind participating in this event, according to the startup

“We are hoping that being present at events in the city will also help us attract the right talent and support from mentors who will help us on our growth journey.”

Digi.bio will be giving an AI Lightning Talk at the NL Lounge during IH (AI in healthcare: beyond drug discovery, towards the design of programmable medicines)

Caro Health

Caro Health, an Amsterdam-based startup delivers a digital companion that provides relevant content, guidance, and actionable notification to improve patient outcomes.

Founder and CEO: Thomas Goijarts

Tech behind the startup: App (Android and iOS)

What it seeks:

• Funding
• Clients (i.e. corporates, SMEs)
• Exposure 

Motivation behind participating in this event, according to the startup

“Caro contributes to fixing current issues in healthcare such as ‘how do we keep healthcare affordable’ and ‘how can we reduce the pressure on healthcare while ensuring quality. Topics visitors will be interested in. Events like Intelligent Health can help us gain visibility and offer the opportunity to make new contacts.”

MedicalVR

Amsterdam-based MedicalVR transforms CT scans into 3D models through the 3D CT in VR software for surgeons.

Founder and CEO: Chris Hordijk

Tech behind the startup: Virtual Reality (VR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

What it seeks:

• Talent (co-founder, hires)
• Exposure

Motivation behind participating in this event, according to the startup

“MedicalVR is in the sweet spot of combining extensive technologies like Virtual Reality and AI to support the clinician in their decision making. Our VR product demonstrator gives medical specialists a true dimension of 3D viewing.“

AIWorX

The Amsterdam-based company automates data-driven processes in healthcare using AI models and softbots. The AI models support clinical diagnostics and process optimisation, whereas the softbots automate simple repetitive activities in the workflow of medical specialists. 

Founders: Jeroen Bos and Michiel Bonte

Tech behind the startup: Artificial Intelligence, Automation

What it seeks:

• Clients

Motivation behind participating in this event, according to the startup

“We exhibit at Intelligent Health because it gives us an opportunity to present ourselves to new clients, stakeholders and investors. Besides that, it is good to catch up with the latest trends and technologies around.“

AIWorX will be giving an AI Lightning Talk at the NL Lounge during IH (AIWorX – Start with AI)

KOSA AI

KOSA builds multi-stakeholder AI governance software tools targeted at detecting and mitigating AI bias throughout the ML lifecycle. 

The Amsterdam-based company’s automated responsible AI system helps enterprises build more responsible AI practices, reduce costly litigation risks and increase customer trust as well as revenue.

Founders: Layla Li and Sonali Sanghrajka

Tech behind the startup: The company has built a proprietary algorithmic auditing software that features 5 modules: data editor, model auditor, compliance checker, AI explainer, and monitor tool. 

What it seeks:

• Clients (i.e. corporates, SMEs)
• Exposure
• Government collaboration
• Internationalisation strategy and connections 

Motivation behind participating in this event, according to the startup

“This exhibit will play an essential role in placing us on the map with investors, customers, partners, and anyone or any organisation that shares the same mission of building responsible AI.”

Neurocast 

Based out of Amsterdam, Neurocast specialises in passively monitoring patients, helping doctors, researchers, and patients to better understand the course and cause of chronic diseases such as MS, Alzheimer’s, or cancer.

Founder: Levie Hofstee

Tech behind the startup: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

What it seeks:

• Funding
• Clients (i.e. corporates, SMEs)
• Internationalisation strategy and connections 

Motivation behind participating in this event, according to the startup

“Because we are a unique company with special (and also medically validated) technology with a sound proposition, an excellent track record, and traction in the industry.”

Omnia modeling

Omnia Modelling, an Amsterdam-based startup is a provider of a space management solution for commercial spaces. It facilitates users with workspace modeling solutions that provide decision-makers in companies with the necessary tools to make data-driven reopening decisions. 

By having insights into what is happening in the office in terms of contact hotspots and thus possible virus spread, one can formulate a safer and more productive reopening plan.

Tech behind the startup: Artificial Intelligence and Stochastic Modelling

What it seeks:

• Funding
• Client (i.e. corporates, SMEs)
• Exposure
• Government collaboration

Motivation behind participating in this event, according to the startup

“Omnia means ‘wish for the future’ in Arabic. Our Omnia is to make buildings safer, productive, and sustainable by being predictive. Prevent, not cope.”

Bybr

The Amsterdam-based company equips business owners with a platform that centralise and localise their existing and future services for connecting consumers with their expectations

Tech behind the startup: AI technologies (Computer Vision supported by the RVO, Graph database to structure data) and Web technologies (Javascript/Progressive Web App, Information retrieval technologies).

What it seeks:

• Funding 
• Clients (i.e. corporates, SMEs)
• Talent (co-founder, hires)
• Exposure
• Government collaboration

Motivation behind participating in this event, according to the startup

“Bybr for Business is here to help them create meaningful experiences with their local customers. We want to democratise the mobile app for them and to reshuffle the cards and bring fairness. On top of that, we are very cool guys so we will definitely bring crazy energy to the booth.”

Bybr will be giving an AI Lightning Talk at the NL Lounge during WSAI (Bybr The unique key that opens all front doors)

Clairify

The Amsterdam-based company offers a smart data platform and IoT sensors to measure, analyse and improve indoor air quality in buildings for better health and wellbeing of building users.

Co-founder and CEO: Felix van den Horst

Tech behind the startup: IoT, Cloud, and deep learning algorithms for IAQ predictions.

What it seeks:

• Funding
• Clients (i.e. corporates, SMEs)
• Exposure 
• Government collaboration

Motivation behind participating in this event, according to the startup

“We believe indoor air quality is vital to human performance and wellbeing. Only with reliable data and accurate insights can we improve the health of many. The pandemic caused a paradigm shift in public opinion and forced governments to be proactive in creating healthy work environments. Indoor air quality is the central pillar in the return to office and Clairify is here to make all buildings future proof.”

Spectral 

Based out of Amsterdam, Spectral is an end-to-end system integrator specialised in developing and implementing software and hardware solutions focused on smart energy applications.

Tech behind the startup: Automated control, digital twin

What it seeks:

• Clients (i.e. corporates, SMEs)
• Talent (co-founder, hires)
• Exposure

Motivation behind participating in this event, according to the startup

“Spectral is an exciting startup that has already achieved a lot of impact in its lifetime. We are now a Dutch market leader in smart buildings, and in the control of wind & solar parks with grid-scale batteries used for balancing services. Last year, we avoided 2.071 Tonnes of CO2. We are working hard on scaling up our impact using exciting new technologies.”

Spectral will be giving an AI Lightning Talk at the NL Lounge during WSAI (Transforming the energy sector with data-driven intelligence )

Syntho

Syntho has developed advanced synthetic data software that enables organisations to speed up innovation and comply with data privacy principles and regulations. 

The Amsterdam-based company’s software enables large and mid-sized companies, startups, scaleups, and public entities to optimise their use of data in a fully GDPR-compliant manner.

Tech behind the startup: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

What it seeks:

• Clients (i.e. corporates, SMEs)
• Exposure
• Government collaboration
• Internationalisation strategy and connections 

Motivation behind participating in this event, according to the startup

“The Amsterdam-based startup is doing good, solving the global data and privacy dilemma. Syntho has been crowned as the winner of Philips Innovation award and UNESCO’s gender bias pitch at VivaTech Paris.”

Lalaland 

LALALand uses neural networks to generate images of artificial humans. It is disrupting e-commerce apparel webshops by letting shoppers turn their online shopping experience into a personalised and customised shopping spree.

Through its platform, LALALand offers brands a vast library of age, size, and ethnic-inclusive models so that online shoppers can see themselves in the latest apparel as per their requirements.

Tech behind the startup: Neural networks

What it seeks:

• Funding
• Clients (i.e. corporates, SMEs)
• Talent (co-founder, hires)
• Mentors
• Exposure
• Internationalisation strategy and connections 

Motivation behind participating in this event, according to the startup

“Lalaland is built on two main pillars: social empowerment and sustainability. We empower both consumers and brands to pluralize beauty standards by making the web more diverse and inclusive as a reality. Secondly, We contribute to sustainable fashion by helping reduce fashion return rates on bad purchases lowering the amount of landfill waste generated from thrown-away returns. Lalaland would be one of many great showcases to highlight how innovative and impactful the Amsterdam Startup ecosystem is.”

You can come to visit these startups at IH and WSAI from October 12 to October 14.