EE Times’ 25th revision of the Silicon 100

[Daniel Nenni]

The Silicon 100 list for 2025 spotlights the most promising private semiconductor and hardware-related startups across the globe. Curated annually by EE Times, the report reflects companies pushing the frontier in AI chips, chiplets, IP, photonics, advanced packaging, and EDA tools. This year's list features a growing focus on AI infrastructure, RISC-V processors, 3D IC integration, and post-CMOS computing. Several startups are targeting edge AI inference, automotive autonomy, and secure computing architectures.

Geographically, the majority of startups are concentrated in the U.S., particularly California, with significant representation from Europe, Israel, Taiwan, and Japan. Notably, a surge of innovation is emerging from India, driven by a new wave of fabless chip design firms.

Highlighted categories include:

• AI accelerators (e.g., d-Matrix, Tenstorrent)
• Chiplet integration and packaging (e.g., Eliyan, zGlue)
• EDA automation (e.g., Movellus, Intrinsic ID)
• Photonics and quantum computing (e.g., PsiQuantum, Xanadu)

The list underscores the rising importance of hardware differentiation in an era dominated by AI. It also reflects how venture capital remains robust in key segments, even amid broader economic volatility.

Download the full list here: https://www.eetimes.com/silicon-100-2...