German Startup Akhetonics Raises $6.3M for All-Optical Computer Chips
Akhetonics secures €6 million in seed funding to develop general-purpose, all-optical chips that promise faster and more energy-efficient computing. The German startup plans to deliver its first commercial product by mid-2025.
German startup Akhetonics raises €6 million in seed funding to build general-purpose, all-optical computer chips. Unlike other companies that mix electronics and photonics for specific tasks, Akhetonics focuses entirely on light-based digital processing that works seamlessly with existing software workloads.
This all-optical approach delivers significant advantages in speed and energy efficiency for real-time environments like networking, avionics, and space. Additionally, the company utilizes a highly diverse supply chain that enables local production, offering a compelling solution for companies seeking chip sovereignty and geopolitical independence.
While some investors remain skeptical about fully optical general-purpose chips, lead investor Matterwave Ventures believes the technology is finally ready for reality. Despite the challenges ahead, Akhetonics plans to deliver its first commercial product to customers by the middle of next year.