From Breakthrough to Scale: The Next Wave of Semiconductor Innovation
Join us for a semiconductor innovation gathering bringing together leading startups, corporates, investors, and research leaders across Taiwan, APAC, the U.S., and Europe.
As the semiconductor industry enters a new phase, driven by AI, advanced compute architectures, silicon photonics, and next-generation design tools, the path from technical breakthrough to real-world deployment has never been more complex or more dependent on deep ecosystem collaboration.
This event explores how frontier technologies emerging from global startups can connect with Taiwan’s world-class manufacturing and supply chain to accelerate validation, commercialization, and scale.
Agenda
14:00 - 14:30 Registration
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14:30 - 14:40 Opening Remarks
Saeed Amidi, Founder & CEO, Plug and Play
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14:40 - 15:00 Keynote: From Innovation to Impact: Unlocking Scalability in Deep-tech
Roozbeh Parsa, imec.ventures, Global Head of Strategic Investment
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15:00 - 15:40 Panel Discussion: The Next Semiconductor Frontier: Innovation, Investment & the Path to Scale
Moderator: Jeremy Lai, Venture, Plug and Play Taiwan
Panelists:
Roozbeh Parsa, imec.ventures, Global Head of Strategic Investment
Amin Karimi, AlixLabs, Co-founder & CTO
Michael Munsey, Siemens, Vice President Semiconductor Industry
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15:40 – 16:20 Startup Showcase
Alpenglow Tek: Ultra-low-power analog compute-in-memory (CIM) AI processors for edge devices.
Linque: All-optical photonic switching for energy-efficient AI data center networking.
Neuroshine: AI-powered EDA platform for advanced packaging and 2.5D/3D IC design.
Fusion AP: Advanced 2.5D/3D packaging and heterogeneous integration for chiplet-based semiconductors.
By-aitech: Edge AI chips and smart sensors for industrial predictive maintenance and equipment health monitoring.
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16:20 - 17:30 Networking
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About imec.ventures
imec.ventures is the corporate venturing arm of imec—a world-leading R&D hub for nanoelectronics and digital technologies. Led by Max Mirgoli, They create, co-create, and strategically back semiconductor and deeptech ventures through non-cash investments that provide access to imec’s world-class IP, cleanroom infrastructure, manufacturing services, and global technical expertise. By helping founders navigate the complex journey from lab to fab and shortening development timelines, imec.ventures empowers visionary entrepreneurs to scale breakthrough hardware and deeptech solutions faster and with reduced capital burn.
About Plug and Play Taiwan
Plug and Play is a leading global innovation platform and one of the world’s most active early-stage investors. Founded in 2006 by Saeed Amidi, the firm manages a vast ecosystem across 60+ global locations, connecting startups with over 550 corporate partners. With a portfolio that includes early bets on giants like PayPal and Dropbox, they offer more than just funding; they provide world-class accelerator programs and a unique matchmaking infrastructure. By bridging the gap between entrepreneurs and industry leaders, Plug and Play helps startups scale rapidly and navigate the complexities of global market entry.