Which founding team convinces with their business idea, strategy and innovative strength? These startups have made it to the shortlist for Phase 2 of the Munich Business Plan Competition. The winning teams will be announced on June 3 at the Startup Demo Night in the TonHalle Munich. Be there live when innovative ideas take the stage and seize the opportunity to network and cheer along.
agentix from the Technical University of Munich, agentix is an AI platform that transforms natural language into digital colleagues: a modular multi-agent system automates complex business processes, tailored specifically to German SMEs. Teams can define workflows entirely without programming skills, integrate external systems via an API-first architecture, and benefit from adaptive learning mechanisms that continuously enhance efficiency, scalability, and flexibility.

ARON Surgical, a spin-off from LMU Klinikum and TU Munich, ARON Surgical is developing an intelligent digital co-pilot for surgeons in general surgery. Based on machine-readable data, the goal is to develop well-founded decision-making recommendations for surgeons to shorten learning curves and reduce the still-high complication rates in surgery. Structured surgical data is generated and evaluated in conjunction with existing medical devices to provide deep insights into treatment processes.

Aumatis, based in Landsberg am Lech, Aumatis enables the production of complex metal components right at your desk. By automating the established investment casting process, this is possible in a compact, cost-effective desktop device. No expertise or special infrastructure is required. A plastic model is automatically transformed into a metal part inside the device. This allows nearly any geometry with fine structures to be produced overnight.

BioExoTec from the Technical University of Munich, BioExoTec has developed a diagnostic blood and saliva test that enables non-traumatic early-stage cancer diagnosis. The test is 28 times faster and six times cheaper than standard diagnostics and is based on RNA analysis of exosomes. It can be used not only for patients with suspected tumors but also to detect recurrences and for preventive purposes.

COBY developed by Munich University of Applied Sciences, COBY is an AI-assisted interactive plush toy with an app and moderated community. It aims to offer emotional support, practical everyday tips, and a sense of community to children with chronic illnesses and their families. The solution is available 24/7, operates securely and locally, and involves parents and caregivers in the process. COBY is based on evidence-based coping strategies and is currently being clinically developed and tested in cooperation with the Hauner Children's Hospital at LMU.

EnyPro Global from Munich, EnyPro Global develops sustainable technologies for global waste management. Their goal: to support companies in transitioning to a circular economy through innovative composting solutions. With EnyPro's composting machines, food waste is converted into nutrient-rich compost, helping preserve valuable biomass and contributing to ecological balance.

Legalian from Munich, Legalian automates anti-money laundering checks of companies and individuals throughout the entire compliance cycle—from risk analysis to client communication. Using a unique technology, the platform analyzes registries and hundreds of data sources worldwide, enabling efficient, digital, and legally compliant KYC (Know Your Customer) and KYB (Know Your Business) processes.

Lemonflow.ai headquartered in Munich, Lemonflow.ai offers an AI voice assistant developed specifically for customer support at EV charging stations. The technology automates support requests, reduces costs for charging station operators by over 50%, and helps EV drivers resolve charging issues—24/7 and with no wait time. Thanks to a specially developed AI and training data from over 100 use cases, Lemonflow.ai enables scalable and efficient customer service.
OVRLAY based in Grünwald, OVRLAY provides two SaaS solutions - Obsphera360 and ObspheraSTUDIO - based on proprietary AI and machine learning technology. These tools automate the creation of digital twins and the development of digital marketing content. From photos or videos, precise 3D models are generated for use in digital marketing, e-commerce, and training. OVRLAY enables companies to enter the 3D web with up to 90% cost and time savings.

Peak Quantum, a spin-off from the Walther-Meißner-Institute (BAdW/TUM), Peak Quantum develops the core components of quantum computers: Quantum Processing Units (QPUs). These processors are based on a uniquely fault-tolerant architecture, making them 10 times more reliable and scalable than comparable processors. Peak Quantum thus accelerates the industrial usability of quantum computers, which currently suffer primarily from processor error rates.
