Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation’s open innovation platforms, ZER01NE and Hyundai CRADLE, are spotlighting cutting-edge technologies at CES 2025. From January 7–10, the exhibition at the Venetian Expo (Booth 60301) features advancements in AI, robotics, sustainable materials, and future mobility from 10 global startups.
ZER01NE, Hyundai and Kia’s platform for creative talent, has invested in 107 startups and spun off 36 in-house ventures since its inception, supporting collaborations that address societal challenges. Hyundai CRADLE operates globally, identifying innovative startups and has executed 141 projects and 46 investments.
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The 10 startups include:
- Deep In Sight: AI-driven 3D sensing for automation.
- Narnia Labs: Generative AI for manufacturing efficiency.
- Terracle: Green chemical recycling of plastics.
- Tesollo: Robotic automation systems.
- Capture 6: Carbon capture and clean water solutions.
- The Smart Tire Company: Fuel-efficient airless tires with NASA-backed technology.
- Koop.ai: Autonomous vehicle insurance via an API platform.
- MADDE: 3D printing for advanced manufacturing.
- 3I Solution: Non-destructive industrial element analysis.
- InvaLab: Nature-based solutions for ecological restoration.
Kyuseung Noh, Head of ZER01NE Group, emphasized the commitment to fostering global innovation partnerships and contributing to sustainable, human-centric mobility solutions.
At CES 2025, ZER01NE and CRADLE aim to drive open innovation, offering startups opportunities for growth and collaboration to strengthen Hyundai and Kia’s global innovation ecosystem.
Source: Hyundai and Kia Propel Innovation with 10 Startup Partnerships at CES 2025
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