The World Economic Forum has unveiled its list of the 100 most promising Technology Pioneers of 2025—early to growth-stage companies that are driving innovation across sectors ranging from healthcare to retail.
This year’s cohort includes companies from 28 countries, reflecting a growing diversification of global tech leadership beyond traditional hubs like Silicon Valley.
Among the 2025 Technology Pioneers are two Canadian companies, both based in Vancouver: Ideon Technologies and Miru.
Ideon Technologies, a spin-off from Canada’s particle physics lab TRIUMF, is pioneering the use of cosmic-ray muon tomography to image deep beneath the Earth’s surface.
By harnessing the energy from supernova explosions, Ideon produces high-resolution 3D density maps that help mining companies identify and monitor critical mineral deposits. The technology reduces the environmental impact and cost of mineral exploration while accelerating the global transition to low-impact mining.
Miru is advancing dynamic electrochromic window technology for use in automotive, transportation, and architectural applications. Earlier this year, the company introduced one of the world’s largest electrochromic sunroofs—a 1.5m x 1.6m prototype—showcasing the scalability and energy efficiency potential of its smart glass platform.
“There has never been a more exciting time to dive headfirst into tech innovation. But no one gets far alone—you need a community to move your mission forward,” said Verena Kuhn, Head of Innovator Communities at the World Economic Forum. “As we mark 25 years of the Technology Pioneers programme, this global community continues to connect start-ups to the networks and ecosystems they need to scale.”
Since its launch in 2000, the Technology Pioneers programme has recognized more than 1,200 startups. Alumni include transformative companies such as Google, PayPal, Dropbox, and SoundCloud—underscoring the programme’s role as a launchpad for global impact.
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