Photonics investors
Luminate is a nonprofit grant-making organization that supports civil society organizations around the world working to protect and advance human rights. Founded in 2018, Luminate invests in organizations and initiatives that fight for freedom of expression, combat discrimination, advance digital rights, and promote greater accountability and transparency in government and corporate activities. Luminate also provides resources and support to help organizations become more effective, including through capacity building, strategic planning, and access to technology.
Matterwave Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Munich, Germany. The firm focuses on investing in European industrial tech companies with an emphasis on industrial hardware and software. Matterwave's portfolio is composed of companies leveraging emerging technologies such as low-power networks, wireless sensor design, cloud-based sensor management, and data analysis. The firm also provides funding for clean energy startups and invests in entrepreneurs developing cutting-edge products that show the potential to make a global impact.