Meet the Startup Changing Museums For the Better

Hey Hackers,

Hidonix has been nominated in HackerNoon's annual Startups of The Year awards in Los Angeles, California.

Please vote for us here:

Read more about us below to understand why we deserve your vote.

Meet Hidonix

At first glance, you might think we’re just another software company. But we’re not. We’re a deep tech company dedicated to investing in R&D across groundbreaking technologies: Extended Reality, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, Spatial Intelligence, Robotics, and IoT. Our mission is to push the boundaries of these technologies and integrate them into innovative, in-house platforms that we provide to various industries, including museums, congress venues, malls, hospitals, and schools. The best way to visualize who we are is through our lab—a space where we experiment with these technologies to deliver solutions that have never been achieved before.

How Hidonix achieved product-market fit

One of the most innovative aspects of Hidonix, and something both our customers and investors deeply value, is the versatility of our technologies. While they are adaptable across many verticals, they are also tailored to meet the specific needs of the industries we target. We achieve this by embedding our technologies into purpose-built products designed specifically for each market.

For example, our Computer Vision algorithms enable museums to deliver detailed information about their collections through a simple scan of the artworks. Meanwhile, in the education sector, we use the same cutting-edge algorithms to perform advanced facial recognition, helping schools prevent potential threats and ensure safety.

The evolution of Hidonix

Hidonix began in the museum field, where we successfully introduced innovative, interactive solutions to attract and engage new visitors. At the same time, we empowered internal staff with an integrated platform offering over 60 services to streamline their daily operations. These include managing artwork loans and preservation, digitizing collections, and building a comprehensive CRM.

Initially, our technologies were designed specifically for museums. However, we soon realized that the same technologies could be adapted to other industries. Our indoor navigation system, for example, proved highly versatile. This discovery led us to explore and address the unique needs of various verticals by tailoring our algorithms to fit specific business requirements.

This process transformed us from a small company in Italy into a financially stable organization with a team of 30+ professionals spread across Europe and the U.S., where our headquarters are now located.

Milestones and achievements

We’re proud of the many projects that demonstrate our expertise and innovation. Among the highlights are our collaborations with the Venice Biennale, where we supported the Venice Pavilion during the challenging COVID-19 period. Our solutions helped welcome, educate, and entertain visitors at a time when cultural initiatives struggled to engage audiences without physical attendance.

Another notable achievement is our work with one of the largest convention centers in Europe. By implementing our navigation feature, we not only enhanced the visitor experience but also created new revenue streams for exhibitors and event organizers.

Of course, there’s still much more to achieve. We’re currently focused on exciting U.S. projects that address critical issues like safety and security in schools. At Hidonix, we’re committed to continuous R&D, confident in our ability to make a meaningful impact across diverse sectors.

Lessons learned

When working with advanced technologies, we’ve realized that the market isn’t always immediately ready to embrace them. It takes time for people to understand how to best use new solutions and become familiar with innovative concepts. Not all of us are Steve Jobs—convincing others to believe in your vision can be challenging at first.

To all the innovators out there: stay consistent and don’t be discouraged by initial feedback. Keep pushing forward, and if you’re truly making a real impact, people will recognize it eventually.

What Startups of The Year means to us

We are incredibly proud to be nominated by the community—it has strengthened our belief in what we’re building. As a team of young and talented individuals, we’re often amazed by what we can achieve when we think outside the box, driven by the hope that our technologies will make a meaningful impact on society, not just generate profits.

Winning this competition would be an incredible honor and a well-deserved recognition for every team member who has put in unparalleled effort into our mission. It would also help us amplify our message about innovative ways to use technology in fields that urgently need advancement for the greater good.

Conclusion

Being part of the "Startups of the Year" journey is a humbling and inspiring experience for us. It reinforces our commitment to developing innovative technologies that create real value and impact across industries. This recognition, whether we win or not, fuels our passion to keep pushing boundaries, thinking creatively, and striving for excellence.

We are deeply grateful for the support of our community, our talented team, and everyone who believes in our mission. Together, we’re not just building a company—we’re shaping a future where technology truly benefits society!

Vote for us today!