Fotokite

Fotokite is a Switzerland-based startup founded in 2014, with a mission to revolutionize public safety through elevated and actionable intelligence. The company's technology utilizes a tether combined with an onboard IMU to compute the vehicle's position, enabling quick deployment and controlled flight by virtually anyone. With a strong foundation in core algorithms developed at the Institute for Dynamic Systems and Control at ETH Zurich, Fotokite is positioning itself as a leader in accountable and autonomous aerial robotics. The company recently secured a Fr.10.00M Series B investment on 11 April 2024, with backing from notable investors including Swisscanto Invest, Credit Suisse Entrepreneur Capital, and Carbyne. Its focus on Industrial, IoT, Privacy and Security, Robotics, VR/AR, and Streaming industries makes Fotokite a compelling player in the tech landscape.