Barcelona, November 4 2024 – Ahead of the upcoming Barcelona Deep Tech Summit, Fractus is excited to announce the release of an inspiring new episode by Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya podcast Algorritmes “Deep Tech – Technologies with the power to change the world” featuring Dr. Carles Puente Baliarda, a pioneering scientist in antenna technology, UPC professor and co-founder of Fractus, and Eneko Ibarlucea, a talented, recently graduated telecom engineer from the UPC. This conversation dives into the heart of deep tech, shedding light on its transformative potential to address global challenges with breakthrough innovations rooted in scientific and patented technologies. The episode will be available on Spotify and YouTube, inviting students, young entrepreneurs, and tech enthusiasts to explore the dynamic world of deep tech.

Founded 25 years ago, Fractus has been a pioneer in connectivity, reshaping how devices communicate and leaving a lasting impact on the industry. Puente, a respected figure in antenna technology, shares insights from his journey with Fractus, revealing how disruptive technology and a commitment to science-backed innovation continue to make a difference in today’s interconnected world. Alongside him, Ibarlucea brings fresh perspectives, passion, and curiosity about the power of deep tech to push boundaries and solve global issues.

In this engaging episode, Puente and Ibarlucea unravel the essence of a deep tech company—a company with a mission to create disruptive, scientifically grounded technologies to tackle global problems. They highlight the critical role patents play in deep tech, allowing companies to protect and grow their innovations in the market through product development and technology licensing. Fractus and Quside, a quantum computing company, stand as prime examples of how deep tech companies can leverage patented technologies to shape the future and offer solutions that were once thought impossible.

The conversation also highlights the Fractus-UPC Deep Tech Hub, a collaborative initiative between Fractus and the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC). This hub represents a shared commitment to nurturing cutting-edge technologies, providing students and researchers with an ecosystem to bring groundbreaking ideas to the market. Through partnerships like this, Fractus is empowering the next generation of innovators and fueling the rise of deep tech in Spain and beyond.

With the Deep Tech Summit just around the corner, this podcast serves as both a source of inspiration and a call to action for students and aspiring entrepreneurs to engage with deep tech and explore its potential to change the world. Don’t miss this captivating conversation between a seasoned pioneer and a rising star in telecom engineering, now available on Spotify and Youtube.