Hello Tomorrow announces 80 finalists of the 2025 Global Challenge

Hello Tomorrow has officially unveiled the 80 most promising deeptech startups from across the globe that have been selected as finalists for the 2025 Hello Tomorrow Challenge.

Chosen from over four thousand applications, these startups represent the forefront of scientific and technological advancements in critical industries, from AI-powered medical diagnostics and sustainable construction to next-generation energy solutions and aerospace innovation.

In addition to the worldwide visibility, these finalists will compete for the €100,000 grand prize, with the winners being selected based on their pitch at the Hello Tomorrow Global Summit on March 13-14, 2025, in Paris – the world’s largest gathering for deeptech entrepreneurs, investors, and corporate leaders.

The most radical innovations across key industries

From bioprinted organs and AI-enabled drug discovery to Quantum-Computing-as-a Service to more efficient carbon capture, this year’s Hello Tomorrow Challenge finalists are addressing some of the most pressing issues of our time. The 2025 emerging deeptech trends spotted by Hello Tomorrow also include nanoparticle-based delivery systems for targeted therapies, at-home diagnosis for early cancer detection, carbon-negative materials, sustainable solutions for minerals extraction, and many more.

This year’s finalists are advancing cutting-edge solutions in 10 key tracks, including:

  • Advanced Computing & Electronics (featuring Murata as a supporting partner) – driving advancements in quantum computing, computing power, semiconductors, and chip design
  • Aerospace (with Safran as a supporting partner) – pushing the boundaries of space tech, connectivity, and next-gen propulsion
  • Digital Health & Medical Devices – advancing AI-driven diagnostics, wearable tech, computer vision, and precision medicine
  • Energy (with Honda Xcelerator Ventures as the main partner and GTT Ventures as a supporting partner) – developing breakthrough sustainable energy solutions, including energy storage and sustainable alternatives for fossil fuels
  • Environment & Biodiversity (with L'Oréal as the main partner) – driving impact in more efficient carbon capture, water purification, and ecosystem restoration and preservation
  • Food & Agriculture (featuring DSM-Firmenich as the main partner and Avril as a supporting partner) – innovating for a more sustainable and resilient food system with environmentally sustainable insect control, alternative proteins, and regenerative agriculture
  • Industrial Biotech & New Materials (led by Syensqo as the premier partner and Biotope Ventures as a VC partner) – creating next-gen biomaterials, synthetic biology solutions, and carbon-negative products for a more circular and sustainable future
  • Industry & Machines – redefining automation and industrial efficiency with AI and nanotechnology, as well as next-gen drones and advanced robotics
  • Medical Biotech & Pharmaceuticals – transforming drug discovery and biotech innovation, including RNA rejuvenation technologies, novel approaches to cancer treatment, as well as 3D bioprinting
  • Sustainable Construction & Infrastructure – rethinking urban sustainability and eco-friendly construction materials

The most promising deeptech innovators, vetted by industry experts

Finalists were selected based on four key criteria: Technological Innovation, Economic Viability, Impact, and Team Strength. The evaluation process was conducted by over 110 leading experts, including representatives from all the Hello Tomorrow Challenge partners, as well as other industry leaders such as Tesla, Amazon Web Services, Ariane, Enedis, and CNRS among others.

“Hello Tomorrow was founded with a profound respect for entrepreneurs, those who take action to solve pressing challenges rather than just pointing them out. Whether they are building ambitious startups or driving change within large organizations, these innovators are influencing the future,” said Arnaud de la Tour, CEO at Hello Tomorrow. “Seeing this year’s 80 exceptional finalists is a powerful reminder of why we do what we do. We are incredibly proud to support them because, once again, this year has proven that solutions exist – whether it's climate resilience technology enabled by machine learning, wastewater treatment for increasing drinking water access, or other game-changing innovations. Our goal is to bring these technologies to market, where they can create real impact.”

On March 13-14, 2025, the Hello Tomorrow Challenge finalists will take centre stage at the Hello Tomorrow Global Summit, where they will pitch their innovations to a curated audience of top-tier investors, leading corporations, and global policymakers.

Past winners of the Global Challenge have gone on to raise billions in investment, scale internationally, and partner with Fortune 500 companies.

“Winning first place in the Medical Devices track and securing second place overall gave us incredible exposure,” said Joana Cartocci, Co-Founder & COO of Robeauté, one of the 2024 Hello Tomorrow Challenge finalists. “The event connected us to a phenomenal investment ecosystem and introduced us to entrepreneurs at the forefront of impact-driven technology. It’s empowering to be part of a community where innovation meets real-world change.”

The Hello Tomorrow Global Summit will bring together 3,000+ deeptech pioneers, investors, and industry leaders for two days of insightful keynotes, networking sessions, and game-changing startup pitches, with past speakers including the President of France Emmanuel Macron, the 2024 Nobel Prize laureate Demis Hassabis, and Michael Bloomberg, former CEO of Bloomberg L.P.