Two quantum leaps for imaging
14.06.2018
Quantum-inspired breakthroughs in imaging technology are behind both winners of the full CHF130,000 at the latest Venture Kick final – although their products are very different.
 Dotphoton
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 QNAMI
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On the one hand, QNAMI uses cutting-edge quantum technologies (and synthetic diamonds) to improve imaging techniques and diagnostics. Their quantum sensors allow companies in the electronics industry to perform more accurate failure analysis, a necessity for the development of the next magnetic memories generation. With applications in the medical area to offer solutions that reduce imaging scan times, QNAMI aims to access an estimated market of USD200 million in imaging sensors.
Dotphoton, meanwhile, has created a RAW image compression technology that preserves image quality even with a file that’s 10 times smaller. That’s valuable to everyone from iPhoneographers – the app is already on the market – to biomedical and aerospace researchers. More information, smaller files; the solution helps to save costs and improves image analysis. And it achieves this through deep understanding of quantum physics. With several projects in discussions or already started with major players in the industry, Dotphoton eventually aims to bring the next standard for image compression to the world.
“No one says how hard it is to turn an idea into a business, and we were lucky to be a part of Venture Kick community at the very beginning of this journey,” said Dotphoton co-founder Eugenia Balysheva. “Both the investment and valuable mentoring help our company perform better and move forward faster. Being a Venture Kick finalist will help us to promote our existing products and open new markets, and therefore keep changing the world of professional imaging.”
QNAMI co-founder Mathieu Munsch said: "Venture Kick is considered the excellence program for startups in Switzerland. For QNAMI, this prize is a strong encouragement, which confirms we are on the right way. The quality of the jury, the quality of the coaches and the kind management made the whole experience extremely pleasant and valuable. We are delighted to be part of the VK family and are already working on the next steps for QNAMI."
Dotphoton, meanwhile, has created a RAW image compression technology that preserves image quality even with a file that’s 10 times smaller. That’s valuable to everyone from iPhoneographers – the app is already on the market – to biomedical and aerospace researchers. More information, smaller files; the solution helps to save costs and improves image analysis. And it achieves this through deep understanding of quantum physics. With several projects in discussions or already started with major players in the industry, Dotphoton eventually aims to bring the next standard for image compression to the world.
“No one says how hard it is to turn an idea into a business, and we were lucky to be a part of Venture Kick community at the very beginning of this journey,” said Dotphoton co-founder Eugenia Balysheva. “Both the investment and valuable mentoring help our company perform better and move forward faster. Being a Venture Kick finalist will help us to promote our existing products and open new markets, and therefore keep changing the world of professional imaging.”
QNAMI co-founder Mathieu Munsch said: "Venture Kick is considered the excellence program for startups in Switzerland. For QNAMI, this prize is a strong encouragement, which confirms we are on the right way. The quality of the jury, the quality of the coaches and the kind management made the whole experience extremely pleasant and valuable. We are delighted to be part of the VK family and are already working on the next steps for QNAMI."