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Canatu

Acquired · Producer of flexible, stretchable, formable and transparent thin film electronics components using carbon nanomaterials.

WebsitePlug and Play page

Why it ranks

How the rank works
5signal of 100 · rising 3
  • acquiredOutcome · YC, program pages, Acquisitions+4
  • went through Plug and PlayProgram · this site+1

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Competitors

OtherAichemist MetalShared: thin filmAlchemist Class 23Mountain ViewStartup →OtherTG0 - Material SensingShared: electronic component, pioneering deeptech, touchPlug and PlayUnited KingdomStartup →OtherAdvent DiamondShared: electronic component, semiconductor, sensorPlug and PlayUnited StatesStartup →OtherSolactronShared: thin film, technology500 Global 2017United StatesStartup →OtherAcquiredOctopartShared: electronic component, technologyYC W07New York CityStartup →
Companies closest to Canatu
Company
Aichemist MetalShared: thin filmAlchemist Class 23Not statedOther
TG0 - Material SensingShared: electronic component, pioneering deeptech, touchPlug and Play Not statedOther
Advent DiamondShared: electronic component, semiconductor, sensorPlug and Play Not statedOther
SolactronShared: thin film, technology500 Global 2017Not statedOther
OctopartShared: electronic component, technologyYC W07AcquiredOther

Adjacent

AIRamaShared: electronic componentEF 2025LondonStartup →OtherZutaCoreShared: electronic component, automotive, technologyPlug and PlayIsraelStartup →OtherFuture InkShared: thin film, electronic, semiconductorPlug and PlayJapanStartup →OtherMobius MaterialsShared: electronic component, semiconductorYC S20San FranciscoStartup →AISnapMagicShared: electronic componentYC S15San FranciscoStartup →
Companies next to Canatu
Company
RamaShared: electronic componentEF 2025Not statedAI
ZutaCoreShared: electronic component, automotive, technologyPlug and Play Not statedOther
Future InkShared: thin film, electronic, semiconductorPlug and Play Not statedOther
Mobius MaterialsShared: electronic component, semiconductorYC S20ActiveOther
SnapMagicShared: electronic componentYC S15ActiveAI, Devtools

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Company
SecuraAIA Princeton-based startup helping highly regulated industries, such as healthcare, safely deploy AI by automating AI security and governance.2 programsNot statedAI
Mango MedicalFoundation models for planning orthopedic surgeryteam of 32 programsActiveAI
HypercubicAgentic AI for Mainframe Operations and Modernizationteam of 3on 3 Glyph sourcesActiveAI, Devtools
IndustrialMind.aiThe AI manufacturing engineer that turns drawings into production-ready decisions - 10x faster, proven at Siemens and Fortune 500 factories2 programsNot statedAI
XatomsXatoms utilizes AI and quantum chemistry to accurately predict 3D models of photocatalytic structures, aiding in cleaning polluted waters across the globe.2 programsNot statedAI
Eloquent AIThe AI Operator for Financial Servicesteam of 52 programsActiveAI

Programs

Programs Canatu went through
ProgramCohortSource
Plug and PlayNot statedPlug and Play Page

About Canatu

Canatu is a pioneering deeptech company specializing in the development of flexible, stretchable, formable, and transparent thin film electronics components using carbon nanomaterials. Partnering with leading companies, Canatu revolutionizes products with nano carbon technology, focusing on the automotive and semiconductor industries. Their portfolio includes ADAS heaters, 3D touch sensors, and EUV membranes, enhancing functionality and reliability in engineered solutions. One notable innovation is Canatu's CNT film-based ADAS LiDAR heaters, crucial for ensuring clear laser signal paths in LiDAR sensors used for real-time object detection. These heaters optimize LiDAR performance in all weather conditions, supporting autonomous driving technology. Canatu's commitment to cutting-edge carbon nanotube technology underscores their significant contributions to the mobility and energy sectors.

Status
Acquired
Category
Other
Location
Finland
Checked
7h ago

Canatu: questions

Which accelerators did Canatu go through?

Canatu is listed by Plug and Play.

Is Canatu still active?

Plug and Play lists Canatu as acquired.

Where is Canatu based?

Canatu lists Finland as its location on Plug and Play's page.