What They Build
optoML is developing AI SoC platforms based on analog-in-memory compute and optical-interconnect concepts for edge, enterprise, and data-centre inference workloads.
Why They Matter
Analog-in-memory compute is a genuine frontier architecture rather than an incremental accelerator tweak. optoML matters because it is one of the few India-linked companies attempting that layer, with a 12nm tape-out and packaging partnership signal. The claims still need silicon validation, software maturity, and customer proof.
Founders
Saravana Maruthamuthu
Recent Milestones
- 12nm AI SoC tape-out with TSMC completed, with post-silicon validation planned
- $1.8M pre-Series A closed in February 2026, led by Bluehill.VC and A99
- MoU with Kaynes Semicon signed for packaging, ATE strategy, and post-silicon validation support
- Analog-in-memory compute and optical-interconnect architecture disclosed