Vertical Compute has raised €20 million in seed funding led by XAnge to advance its innovative semiconductor technology focused on tackling the memory wall and enhancing energy efficiency.

Target Information

Vertical Compute is an innovative startup founded in 2024 by industry veterans Sylvain Dubois and Sébastien Couet. Dubois previously worked at Google, while Couet has experience with imec. The company specializes in semiconductor solutions for data storage, focusing on the development of advanced chiplet technology. This modular approach allows for the combination of small chips to form a more powerful computing unit, setting the stage for significant advancements in the semiconductor industry.

The company's primary objective is to address the challenges posed by the 'memory wall', a barrier that restricts the performance capabilities of artificial intelligence applications. By vertically integrating memory and computing capabilities, Vertical Compute aims to enhance storage capacity by a factor of 100 on the same medium, while simultaneously reducing data movement and improving energy efficiency by up to 80%.

Industry Overview

The semiconductor industry in Europe is undergoing a transformation, becoming a vital sector for technological innovation and economic growth. With increasing emphasis on artificial intelligence, big data, and the Internet of Things,