
Astrape Networks, founded in 2022, is redefining data center networking with its high-performance, low-latency solutions. Their flagship product, EFFINITI, is a scalable and energy-efficient networking solution that handles 50% more load while reducing server requirements, thus lowering both capital and operational expenditures. This innovation is designed to meet the demands of AI, high-frequency trading, and data-intensive applications, making it a key player in the future of AI-ready data centers. With a focus on performance, flexibility, and sustainability, Astrape Networks is expanding its operations across Europe and soon into the United States, having been selected for €10M in funding from the EIC Fund to support its growth.

Astrape Networks, founded in 2022, is redefining data center networking with its high-performance, low-latency solutions. Their flagship product, EFFINITI, is a scalable and energy-efficient networking solution that handles 50% more load while reducing server requirements, thus lowering both capital and operational expenditures. This innovation is designed to meet the demands of AI, high-frequency trading, and data-intensive applications, making it a key player in the future of AI-ready data centers. With a focus on performance, flexibility, and sustainability, Astrape Networks is expanding its operations across Europe and soon into the United States, having been selected for €10M in funding from the EIC Fund to support its growth.
Founded: 2022
Headquarters: Eindhoven, The Netherlands
Core product: EFFINITI — optical/Layer-1/4 data-center networking for AI/HPC
Employee count: 18
Seed funding (2025): Investors include PhotonVentures, BOM, JOIN Capital, SHIFT Invest
High‑performance, low‑latency data‑center networking for AI, HPC, and data‑intensive applications.
2022
Data center networking / deep tech
Seed round investors include PhotonVentures, BOM, JOIN Capital, and SHIFT Invest (2025).