eyeo Raises €40 Million to Revolutionize Imaging with Color-Splitting Technology

eyeo, a company specializing in nanophotonic color-splitting technology, announced today that it has raised €40 million in Series A funding, bringing its total funding to €55 million. The round was led by Innovation Industries, with participation from existing investors including imec.xpand, Invest-NL Deep Tech Fund, QBIC fund, High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF), and Brabant Development Agency (BOM). The funding will support eyeo's efforts to bring its proven nanophotonic science to market as production-ready color-splitting sensors.

The core innovation addresses a fundamental flaw in conventional camera sensors: they lose about 70% of incoming light due to traditional color filter technology. eyeo's technology, based on seven years of research, uses nanophotonics to guide photons directly to individual pixels rather than filtering them. This allows sensors to capture three times more light, resulting in enhanced sensitivity and native color fidelity in any lighting condition. The technology is compatible with any CMOS sensor platform and enables sub-0.5-micron pixels, making it suitable for ultra-compact, high-performance imaging applications.

The implications of this advancement are significant for the $30 billion imaging market. In smartphones, it could dramatically improve low-light photography and reduce the need for multiple lenses. For extended reality (XR) devices, better light capture means more realistic and immersive experiences. In smart cities, improved imaging can enhance surveillance and traffic monitoring, even in challenging conditions. The technology could also benefit medical imaging, automotive sensors, and industrial inspection.

“This funding marks a pivotal moment for eyeo as we transition from research to production,” said a company spokesperson. “Our color-splitting technology solves a problem that has plagued imaging for decades, and we are excited to bring it to a wide range of industries.”

The Series A round follows earlier support from investors who recognized the potential of eyeo's approach. Innovation Industries, the lead investor, is known for backing deep tech companies that address critical technological bottlenecks. “eyeo’s nanophotonic technology represents a paradigm shift in image sensor design,” said a representative from Innovation Industries. “We believe it will unlock new capabilities across multiple sectors.”

eyeo is headquartered at High Tech Campus Eindhoven in the Netherlands, with a sensor design center in Antwerp, Belgium. The company plans to use the new capital to scale up manufacturing and accelerate commercialization. For more information, visit eyeo.tech.

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