
EDWATEC
Swiss high-tech startup developing rare-earth ion-doped photonic integrated circuits for optical communication.
About
EDWATEC is a Swiss high-tech startup that manufactures rare-earth ion-doped photonic integrated circuits, specializing in Erbium-Doped Waveguide Amplifiers (EDWAs). Their technology offers compact, scalable, and high-performance on-chip gain for optical communication, revolutionizing connectivity for data, telecom, and AI applications. EDWATEC provides tailored solutions through its proprietary Er-doped PIC technology, enabling cost-efficient, high-volume production.
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Key facts
- Website
- edwatec.com
- Headquarters
- Zurich, Switzerland
- Founded
- 2023
- Total funding
- $3M (Conventional Debt)
- Business model
- B2B
Funding rounds
| Date | Round | Amount | Lead investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Sept 2025 | Conventional Debt | $126K | FIT Ventures |
| 29 Jun 2025 | Grant | $3M | Innosuisse |
Tech stack
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Frequently asked
Is EDWATEC trustworthy and reputable?
StartupHub's Data Trust & Reputation score for EDWATEC is 65 out of 100, a generally safe rating, based on site security posture, privacy practices, malware and phishing checks, and public reputation signals.
How much funding has EDWATEC raised?
EDWATEC has raised a total of $3M in funding. The most recent round on record is Conventional Debt.
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