Exciting Finalists Announced for VivaTech’s Innovation of the Year Award

VivaTech 2025 will showcase the groundbreaking finalists for its inaugural Innovation of the Year award. Among an exceptional pool of applicants, selecting the final five was a formidable challenge. These startups are not just innovative; they are addressing significant global issues with sophisticated, scalable solutions that promise to transform various industries.

The Purpose of the Innovation of the Year Award

This award aims to honor visionary startups at VivaTech 2025 that exhibit creative prowess and technological innovation. Open to all participating startups, the award identifies a standout company capable of making a profound impact on its sector.

The Five Finalists Taking Center Stage

The five finalists have been chosen for their remarkable contributions and groundbreaking ideas. They will present their innovations live at the event, scheduled for Wednesday, June 11th, at 1:35 PM on the Pitch Studio Stage. Below is a closer look at each finalist:

BeyondMath

BeyondMath has introduced the world’s first generative physics platform, enhancing simulation processes through real-time, AI-driven technology. This innovative solution enables engineers to perform simulations 1000 times faster, facilitating rapid testing of multiple designs while significantly reducing time and costs.

Chipiron

Chipiron is pioneering a revolutionary MRI technology by creating an affordable and lightweight MRI system that leverages ultra-low magnetic fields. This innovative approach aims to increase accessibility to MRI scans by 100 times and facilitate large-scale early screening, akin to a routine blood test.

Enerdrape

Enerdrape has unveiled the first non-invasive geothermal panels designed to convert underground areas—such as parking lots and tunnels—into sources of renewable heating and cooling. This technology allows for swift low-carbon retrofits without the need for drilling in densely populated urban settings.

Hua Tech International

Hua Tech International presents an automated microfluidic platform that seamlessly integrates a nanostructured semiconductor biochip with multiplex fluorescence staining and AI-driven analysis. This cutting-edge technology is poised to enhance cancer diagnostics by accurately capturing and analyzing rare circulating cells.

Lumisync

Lumisync offers a groundbreaking solution for data centers by employing the world’s first 100% photonic oscillator, which synchronizes data flow at unprecedented speeds. This innovation can potentially reduce both latency and energy consumption by a staggering factor of 1000.

The Final Event and Judging Panel

The selected finalists will pitch their innovations before an esteemed panel of judges, including industry experts such as Jeff Taylor from TechCrunch, Jaja Liao of 25madison, Shabir Vasram from Daphni, and Howard Wright of NVIDIA. Following each pitch, there will be an interactive Q&A session.

Award Announcement and Additional Recognitions

The winner of the Innovation of the Year award will be unveiled during the VivaTech Global Awards Ceremony on Thursday, June 12th, at 5:45 PM on Stage 1. The victorious startup will not only earn the title but will also receive a complimentary Startup Corner at VivaTech 2026 and a prestigious position in the TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 200.

The ceremony will also highlight four additional awards, including:

• Female Founder Challenge: Celebrating women-led startups that are advancing innovative technologies.

• Africatech Awards: Supporting startups in Africa that aim to make a positive impact in GreenTech, HealthTech, and E-commerce/FinTech.

• Next Startupper Challenge: Recognizing promising student entrepreneurs who are tackling impactful projects.

• Tech For Change Award: New this year, this award honors startups prioritizing positive impact in their business models.

Stay tuned for the presentations from these transformative founders as they take to the stage at VivaTech 2025.