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✨ We had an amazing night last night co-hosting #WomenInDeepTech with our friends at Lux Capital and SVB in Menlo Park! Bringing together a powerhouse group of founders and operators in #DeepTech, they shared stories, celebrated wins (big and small)🎉, and built real connections. The conversations were raw, relatable, and inspiring—it was a reminder that behind every breakthrough, there’s a #community that lifts each other up. A huge thank you to everyone who joined and made the evening so special. These moments of connection fuel the future, and we’re excited to keep the momentum going! 🙌 Cc: Divya Raghavan, Deena Shakir, Emma Eschweiler, Nat Turner, Nathalie Macalma Check out a glimpse of the incredible moments from the night below! 🚀 📸 by Ruben Campos

🎧 DeepTech Unleashed EP 5: The Quantum State of Possibility with Jan Goetz, CEO & Co-Founder of IQM Quantum Computers. What does it take to build a #deeptech company in one of the most complex fields in the world? Jan Goetz shares what he’s learned building IQM into a quantum leader—covering everything from superconducting tech to trust-building and Nordic culture. Jan drops 🔥 insights on: 1️⃣ Why superconducting will lead the quantum race 2️⃣ How to build trust by adapting your language, not your story 3️⃣ The case for delivering consistently over chasing hype If you’re building in #deeptech or just want to hear from someone doing it, this one’s a must-listen. 🎧 Tune in on your favourite platform (link in comments👇 ) #DeepTech #QuantumComputing #Podcast

🥳 Some exciting news from the portfolio: two of our companies just landed spots on Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025 — in two very cool categories we love at NGP Capital: Robotics and Space. 🤖 GrayMatter Robotics landed a place in Most Innovative Companies in #robotics and engineering for its surface-finishing robots that can grind, sand, coat, spray, and polish parts — all powered by digital twin software and self-monitoring tech to run more efficiently and minimize downtime. 🛰️ Skylo secured its spot on the Most Innovative Companies list in #space for enabling phones and other connected devices to stay connected even outside cell coverage — seamlessly switching to satellite without the need for costly hardware. 👏 Huge congrats to both companies — this recognition is well-earned!! Learn more about the lists - link in comments. #FCMostInnovative #NGPPortfolioNews

✨ See you at 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 this week in St. Gallen! 🇨🇭 For the third year in a row, we’re beyond excited to be part of one of Europe’s top gatherings for innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech enthusiasts! Our team—Ossi Tiainen and Sanni Vilmi—will be on the ground for the next two days, so if you're attending, make sure to say hi! 👋 🔥 Be sure to catch Ossi Tiainen in action as a judge at the Startup Pitch Competition on Friday—it’s going to be a thrilling face-off! 🎤 #STARTSummit #START25

#ICYMI 🚀 Exciting news from our portfolio company Xona Space Systems! Xona and Trimble Inc. are teaming up to redefine precision navigation with the PULSAR satellite network. Launching in 2026, it delivers secure, high-accuracy positioning—without relying on cell signals. A game-changer for geospatial, IoT, and autonomous technologies. Learn more: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gV9nF3jw #XonaSpace #PrecisionNavigation #AutonomousTech

💡Quantum computing has the potential to revolutionize the world! In our latest episode of the DeepTech Unleashed podcast, we dive into the groundbreaking world of #quantum computing with Jan Goetz of IQM Quantum Computers, a Finnish company at the forefront of the global quantum revolution. Jan shares his insights with Christian Noske on mastering uncertainty and the moments of magic that can follow including: 1️⃣ Adopting a founders’ mentality to living with uncertainty 2️⃣ The current state of possibility in the quantum industry in Europe compared to the US and China 3️⃣ Why Jan rejects the ‘we’ll let you know when it’s ready’ approach to delivery and much more! 🎧 Watch a preview of the episode below and listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/ef5UiVb4 #Podcast #DeepTech #DeepTechPodcast #Founder #Startups #VC

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗮 𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗲, 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝗻-𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁. Published today on Crunchbase News, our Managing Partner, Bo Ilsoe, discusses why a unified European stock market is both a financial instrument and a strategic imperative for the future of Europe. 🔑 It is the key to unlocking the full potential of European innovation, retaining talent, and ensuring competitiveness in the global economy. Read more in Bo's post 👉 https://lnkd.in/exRbNw55

⚒️ Hardware is Back—Thanks to AI! For years, hardware development has lagged behind pure software—slower cycles, siloed workflows, and outdated tools. But #AI is changing the game. From generative design to intelligent manufacturing, hardware development is becoming as fast and flexible as software. The best teams are ditching PDFs and email chains for real-time collaboration. ⁉️ Why now? 1️⃣ AI-powered design & simulation → Faster iteration 2️⃣ Supply chain disruptions → Automation fills the gaps 3️⃣ Next-gen engineers → Expect software-like agility 💡 Hardware is no longer an afterthought in the AI revolution —it’s at the forefront. Learn more in our latest blog by Eric Fett – link in comments 👇

✨ We had an incredible night co-hosting Fempreneur Open Mic Night in Berlin this week with our friends at Leanox Impact Capital & Endeit Capital! ✨ 🎤 For the second year in a row, our Fempreneur Night brought together female founders and investors, with 26 founders taking the stage to pitch! A huge thank you to all the incredible founders who pitched, the amazing guests who joined us, and our fantastic co-hosts for helping make this year’s event even bigger! Check out a sneak peek of all the action below! 📷 Photos by Julia Peters

🚀 We’re thrilled to announce that NGP Capital led Skylo’s $30M financing round! As a pioneer in direct-to-device (D2D) satellite connectivity, Skylo is redefining connectivity with seamless coverage where cellular and Wi-Fi fall short. Skylo’s groundbreaking technology ensures constant coverage, delivering lifesaving SOS, location services, and two-way messaging, with voice capabilities coming soon. We couldn’t be more excited to support Skylo as they transform how the world connects. 👏 Congrats to Parthsarathi Trivedi and the entire Skylo team! 🔗 Learn why we invested in a blog post by our team: Debjit Mukerji and Eric Fett Link in comments! ⬇️ #SpaceTech #D2D #SatelliteCommunications