A hotspot for Europe’s strategic AI ambitions, where next-generation infrastructure, chips, and applications come together to power intelligent, energy-efficient innovation.
Tech Cluster
Software & AI
Secure digital backbone
On-campus data centers
2
Dedicated AI hub
years of AI Innovation Center
5
AI Innovation Center
AI companies under 1 roof
40
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Inspiration and knowledge exchange
events on Software & AI per year
120
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Europe’s AI backbone
Building the infrastructure
behind intelligent systems
The Software & AI cluster showcases strong embedded software and artificial intelligence capabilities on Campus. Building on world-leading integrated photonics and semiconductor innovation, companies here bring AI and software into real-world applications.
Across the Campus, companies and institutes develop solutions in embedded software, machine learning, and AI. These solutions serve a wide range of industries. From edge devices to complex systems, innovation is driven by the integration of algorithms, data, and software engineering. The result: robust, scalable, high-performance products.
This application-driven approach complements the Campus’s backbone technologies. It ensures that breakthroughs in semicon and photonics translate into real impact.
At the AI Innovation Center, collaboration becomes tangible. AI specialists, software engineers, and domain experts work side by side. This accelerates development and speeds up validation of new ideas. By focusing on applied AI and embedded software, HTCE’s community enables technology that is not only developed, but deployed in the intelligent systems of tomorrow.
High Tech Campus Eindhoven
Software & AI focus areas
AI infrastructure & semiconductors
From pioneers like NXP to fast-growing innovators such as Axelera AI, companies on Campus are building the chips and compute architectures that power next-generation AI.
AI & data platforms
Companies like Zenya, Datacation, and a growing number of AI startups develop software and data-driven solutions that turn complex data into intelligent systems.
Intelligent applications
From Ocuma’s AI-driven safety solutions to innovations in health, mobility, and industry, companies translate AI into real-world impact.
Smart connectivity & IoT
With players like NXP and AddSecure, the Campus enables secure, connected systems that bring AI to the edge and link devices seamlessly.
Spatial computing & digital twins
At 3EALITY, companies explore immersive technologies, simulation, and digital twins, bridging the gap between physical and digital worlds.
USP’s
Why choose HTCE
Full-stack ecosystem
From chips and photonics to software and applications, all essential AI building blocks are present on one campus.
Innovation hubs
Two dedicated hubs, the AI Innovation Center and 3EALITY, bring AI and spatial computing companies together to collaborate and accelerate development.
AI talent
Access a dense network of AI specialists, engineers, and entrepreneurs, enabling companies to attract, develop, and retain top talent.
Companies
Part of this tech cluster
Life recently at our Innovation Hubs
AI Innovation Center and 3EALITY
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Let’s enable your next breakthrough at HTCE
Join a thriving Software & AI ecosystem and access the space, expertise, and partnerships you need to grow. From offices to labs and specialized facilities, HTCE is built to support your innovation journey.
