Magics, a fabless semiconductor company developing chips that function in extreme radiation environments, has raised an additional €4 million, completing the second closing of its capital round and bringing its total funding to €9.7 million.
The new investment will accelerate Magics’ expansion in radiation-tolerant semiconductor technologies built using standard CMOS processes, supporting critical applications in space, nuclear energy, and defence.
The round was led by SC One (Family Schaubroeck & Cipal) and PMV, with follow-on participation from KU Leuven Research & Development (LRD), Gemma Frisius Fund (GFF), Invest for Jobs (IFJ), the Belgian Nuclear Research Centre (SCK CEN), and the company’s founders.
“The team at Magics has not only developed revolutionary technology, they’ve shown the courage and expertise to scale it,” said Roald Borré, Head of Venture Capital at PMV. “We’re proud to support their transformation into a production company with global reach.”
Powering Electronics Where Failure Isn’t an Option
Founded in 2015 as a spin-off from KU Leuven and SCK CEN, the startup develops radiation-hardened-by-design (RHBD) integrated circuits that can endure radiation levels up to 1,000 times higher than other commercial chips.
Its technology underpins mission-critical systems across clean energy, astronautics, and nuclear safety — from satellite payloads to fusion reactors and robotic inspection systems.
Through its in-house design capabilities and validated component portfolio, Magics supports customers across the full product lifecycle — from design and qualification to integration and deployment.
“This second closing represents a strong signal in our strategy and technology,” said CEO Jens Verbeeck. “With €9.7M raised, we’re well-positioned to scale production, accelerate global market entry, and deliver on our mission to enable electronics for environments where failure is not an option.”
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Expanding Globally and Strengthening Europe’s Chip Resilience
The new capital will enable Magics to:
- Scale production and meet growing global demand.
- Expand operations in North America, Japan, India, and South Korea.
- Support Europe’s semiconductor independence, particularly in sectors like space, nuclear, and fusion energy.
The company’s technology has seen rapid commercial traction. In 2025, Magics achieved key milestones:
- Secured flight-model orders for its TDC chips, offering picosecond-level time measurement for satellite payloads.
- Delivered multiple low-jitter PLL design-ins with satellite manufacturers.
- Increased adoption of radiation-hardened image sensors for nuclear inspection and robotics.
- Advanced the Motion Series platform for nuclear fusion applications.
A European Leader in Extreme-Environment Semiconductors
Magics’ dual expertise in semiconductor design and nuclear science positions it uniquely in the global chip ecosystem. The company’s innovations support Europe’s broader goal of building sovereign, high-reliability semiconductor supply chains for the most demanding use cases.
As it scales production and international partnerships, Magics continues to advance its mission:
To build electronics that keep working when everything else fails.
About Magics
Magics Technologies is a Belgian fabless semiconductor company developing radiation-hardened integrated circuits and systems for space, nuclear, defence, and critical infrastructure. Spun out from KU Leuven and the Belgian Nuclear Research Centre (SCK CEN), Magics designs high-reliability chips using standard CMOS processes, enabling safe, scalable, and sustainable electronics in the world’s most extreme environments.
