Even Innovation Is Bigger in Texas July 1, 2025 Recognizing the Lone Star State’s Most Innovative Startups Innovation isn’t just a buzzword in Texas; it’s a full-blown movement. From biotech breakthroughs to robotics revolutions, Texas startups are demonstrating the transformative power of intellectual property to fuel competitive advantage. At LexisNexis® Intellectual Property Solutions, we set out to identify which startups in the Lone Star State are leading the way in innovation through the strength of their patent portfolios. Using our proprietary Patent Asset Index, a core feature of the LexisNexis® PatentSight+™ platform, we conducted an in-depth analysis in May 2025 to objectively assess the strength, quality, and global relevance of each company’s patent portfolio. The result? A definitive list of the Top 10 Most Innovative Startups in Texas. Methodology that matters The analysis leveraged the Crunchbase ranking of top private, for-profit companies headquartered in Texas and measured the quality of their patent assets using the Patent Asset Index. This metric incorporates factors like competitive impact, international scope, and portfolio size, making it an ideal lens for identifying companies with meaningful, value-driven innovation. As Marco Richter, Senior Director of IP Analytics and Strategy at LexisNexis, put it: “Texas has always been fertile ground for bold entrepreneurs, and these innovative startups carry that tradition forward with strong businesses based on outstanding patent assets. These companies have proven their innovation by creating the most valuable patent portfolios in a state that’s known for game-changing inventions and cutting-edge technologies. We are pleased to recognize Texas’ most innovative startups for turning their ideas into patented innovations and look forward to watching them scale, disrupt, and thrive on the foundation they’ve laid today.” The ten titans of Texas innovation From the oilfields of Houston to the AI corridors of Austin, this year’s honorees represent a diverse set of industries and geographies: *Note: Caris Life Sciences was a private company when the analysis was conducted, but has since completed its IPO. The ten most innovative startups in Texas spanned the state geographically, with headquarters in four different metropolitan areas: Austin (Apptronik, HiddenLayer, Diligent Robotics) Houston (Fervo Energy, Sage Geosystems, HighRadius) Dallas (Caris*, LTK Texas) San Antonio (Plus One Robotics) The companies also represented a range of cutting-edge industries – from robotics to renewable energy, biotech, and AI – demonstrating Texas’s emergence as an innovation hub. Robotics (Apptronik, Plus One Robotics, Diligent Robotics) Renewable Energy (Fervo Energy, Sage Geosystems) Biotechnology (Caris*) Cybersecurity (HiddenLayer) AI/Fintech (HighRadius) Noteworthy Highlights: Robotics is clearly booming in Texas, with three companies (Apptronik, Diligent Robotics, Plus One Robotics) claiming spots in the top 10. Caris Life Sciences* stands out with a Patent Asset Index more than 5 times higher than any other startup on the list—cementing its leadership in AI-powered precision medicine. Eagle Eye Networks commands the largest portfolio size, reflecting a strong push in cloud-based video surveillance and security solutions. Robotics is clearly booming in Texas, with three companies (Apptronik, Diligent Robotics, and Plus One Robotics) claiming spots in the top 10. Deep dives of innovation in Texas: Innovators behind the rankings Here’s a quick look at the groundbreaking work being done by some of the standout startups: Caris Life Sciences* Caris Life Sciences is a leading next-generation AI TechBio company and precision medicine pioneer that is actively developing and delivering innovative solutions to revolutionize healthcare and improve the human condition. Through comprehensive molecular profiling and the application of advanced AI and machine learning algorithms, Caris has created the large-scale, multimodal database and computing capability needed to analyze and further unravel the molecular complexity of disease. ApptronikApptronik is a human-centered robotics company developing AI-powered humanoid robots. Its goal is to create human helpers to support humanity in every facet of life. Its robot, Apollo, is designed to collaborate thoughtfully with humans—initially in critical industries such as manufacturing and logistics, with future applications in healthcare, the home, and beyond. Sage Geosystems Sage Geosystems is a leading geothermal baseload and energy storage company founded in 2020. The Sage Geosystems team has over 150 combined years in the oil and gas industry, with experience delivering major projects including Deepwater, Arctic, and Unconventional shales. HiddenLayer HiddenLayer is the leading provider of Security for AI. Its security platform helps enterprises safeguard the machine learning models behind their most important products. HiddenLayer is the only company to offer turnkey security for AI that does not add unnecessary complexity to models and does not require access to raw data and algorithms. Fervo Energy Fervo Energy provides 24/7 carbon-free energy through the development of next-generation geothermal power. Fervo’s mission is to leverage innovation in geoscience to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. Geothermal has a major role to play in the future electric grid, and Fervo’s key advancements in drilling and subsurface analytics bring a full suite of modern technology to make geothermal cost-competitive and globally scalable. Plus One Robotics Plus One Robotics provides the industry’s fastest and most reliable AI-enabled robotic manipulation platform for warehouse automation. Founded in 2016 by computer vision and robotics industry experts, Plus One Robotics’s intelligent solutions combine computer vision, AI and supervised autonomy (human-in-the-loop) to pick parcels and apparel for leading logistics and e-commerce organizations. Diligent Robotics Diligent Robotics creates robot assistants that help people with their chores so they can focus on the work they care most about. Moxi is our hospital robot assistant that helps clinical staff with routine, non-patient-facing tasks so they have more time for patient care, and hospitals save money on staff burnout and turnover costs. HighRadius HighRadius provides a single Agentic AI platform for the Office of the CFO. It integrates 200+ agents that orchestrate end-to-end processes across Order-to-Cash, B2B Payments, Close & Reconciliation, Consolidation & Reporting, Accounts Payable, B2B Payments, and Treasury. HighRadius guarantees operational KPI improvements by mapping them to specific agents on the platform and Treasury. HighRadius guarantees operational KPI improvements by mapping them to specific agents on the platform. LTK As the inventor of Creator Commerce, LTK is the trusted platform for creators and their businesses by powering and monetizing the connection between content and commerce. Founded in 2011 by Amber and Baxter Box, the LTK mission is to empower creators to be as economically successful as possible. Eagle Eye Networks Eagle Eye Networks, Inc. delivers the first on-demand cloud-based security and operations video management system (VMS), providing both cloud and on-premise recording. Eagle Eye Networks also provides a cloud video API for integrations and application development. Texas as a thriving IP ecosystem This analysis underscores how the objective analysis of IP data can provide a window into a company’s innovation capabilities and future potential. Texas, long celebrated for its entrepreneurial spirit, is now clearly a hotbed for IP-centric startup growth across diverse sectors. By leveraging platforms like PatentSight+, stakeholders—whether investors, partners, or policy makers—can track innovation not just by buzz, but by measurable, strategic value. At LexisNexis Intellectual Property Solutions, our mission is to bring clarity to innovation. By spotlighting the companies setting the pace, we aim to help innovators, investors, and IP professionals better navigate the fast-moving world of technology and intellectual property. Stay tuned as we continue to uncover and celebrate the world’s most forward-thinking companies—one patent portfolio at a time. Media Contact: Holger ZimmerGlobal Director, Strategic Communication and Partnerships[email protected] Was this post helpful? Let us know if you liked the post. That’s the only way we can improve. Yes No
Even Innovation Is Bigger in Texas July 1, 2025 Recognizing the Lone Star State’s Most Innovative Startups Innovation isn’t just a buzzword in Texas; it’s a full-blown movement. From biotech breakthroughs to robotics revolutions, Texas startups are demonstrating the transformative power of intellectual property to fuel competitive advantage. At LexisNexis® Intellectual Property Solutions, we set out to identify which startups in the Lone Star State are leading the way in innovation through the strength of their patent portfolios. Using our proprietary Patent Asset Index, a core feature of the LexisNexis® PatentSight+™ platform, we conducted an in-depth analysis in May 2025 to objectively assess the strength, quality, and global relevance of each company’s patent portfolio. The result? A definitive list of the Top 10 Most Innovative Startups in Texas. Methodology that matters The analysis leveraged the Crunchbase ranking of top private, for-profit companies headquartered in Texas and measured the quality of their patent assets using the Patent Asset Index. This metric incorporates factors like competitive impact, international scope, and portfolio size, making it an ideal lens for identifying companies with meaningful, value-driven innovation. As Marco Richter, Senior Director of IP Analytics and Strategy at LexisNexis, put it: “Texas has always been fertile ground for bold entrepreneurs, and these innovative startups carry that tradition forward with strong businesses based on outstanding patent assets. These companies have proven their innovation by creating the most valuable patent portfolios in a state that’s known for game-changing inventions and cutting-edge technologies. We are pleased to recognize Texas’ most innovative startups for turning their ideas into patented innovations and look forward to watching them scale, disrupt, and thrive on the foundation they’ve laid today.” The ten titans of Texas innovation From the oilfields of Houston to the AI corridors of Austin, this year’s honorees represent a diverse set of industries and geographies: *Note: Caris Life Sciences was a private company when the analysis was conducted, but has since completed its IPO. The ten most innovative startups in Texas spanned the state geographically, with headquarters in four different metropolitan areas: Austin (Apptronik, HiddenLayer, Diligent Robotics) Houston (Fervo Energy, Sage Geosystems, HighRadius) Dallas (Caris*, LTK Texas) San Antonio (Plus One Robotics) The companies also represented a range of cutting-edge industries – from robotics to renewable energy, biotech, and AI – demonstrating Texas’s emergence as an innovation hub. Robotics (Apptronik, Plus One Robotics, Diligent Robotics) Renewable Energy (Fervo Energy, Sage Geosystems) Biotechnology (Caris*) Cybersecurity (HiddenLayer) AI/Fintech (HighRadius) Noteworthy Highlights: Robotics is clearly booming in Texas, with three companies (Apptronik, Diligent Robotics, Plus One Robotics) claiming spots in the top 10. Caris Life Sciences* stands out with a Patent Asset Index more than 5 times higher than any other startup on the list—cementing its leadership in AI-powered precision medicine. Eagle Eye Networks commands the largest portfolio size, reflecting a strong push in cloud-based video surveillance and security solutions. Robotics is clearly booming in Texas, with three companies (Apptronik, Diligent Robotics, and Plus One Robotics) claiming spots in the top 10. Deep dives of innovation in Texas: Innovators behind the rankings Here’s a quick look at the groundbreaking work being done by some of the standout startups: Caris Life Sciences* Caris Life Sciences is a leading next-generation AI TechBio company and precision medicine pioneer that is actively developing and delivering innovative solutions to revolutionize healthcare and improve the human condition. Through comprehensive molecular profiling and the application of advanced AI and machine learning algorithms, Caris has created the large-scale, multimodal database and computing capability needed to analyze and further unravel the molecular complexity of disease. ApptronikApptronik is a human-centered robotics company developing AI-powered humanoid robots. Its goal is to create human helpers to support humanity in every facet of life. Its robot, Apollo, is designed to collaborate thoughtfully with humans—initially in critical industries such as manufacturing and logistics, with future applications in healthcare, the home, and beyond. Sage Geosystems Sage Geosystems is a leading geothermal baseload and energy storage company founded in 2020. The Sage Geosystems team has over 150 combined years in the oil and gas industry, with experience delivering major projects including Deepwater, Arctic, and Unconventional shales. HiddenLayer HiddenLayer is the leading provider of Security for AI. Its security platform helps enterprises safeguard the machine learning models behind their most important products. HiddenLayer is the only company to offer turnkey security for AI that does not add unnecessary complexity to models and does not require access to raw data and algorithms. Fervo Energy Fervo Energy provides 24/7 carbon-free energy through the development of next-generation geothermal power. Fervo’s mission is to leverage innovation in geoscience to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. Geothermal has a major role to play in the future electric grid, and Fervo’s key advancements in drilling and subsurface analytics bring a full suite of modern technology to make geothermal cost-competitive and globally scalable. Plus One Robotics Plus One Robotics provides the industry’s fastest and most reliable AI-enabled robotic manipulation platform for warehouse automation. Founded in 2016 by computer vision and robotics industry experts, Plus One Robotics’s intelligent solutions combine computer vision, AI and supervised autonomy (human-in-the-loop) to pick parcels and apparel for leading logistics and e-commerce organizations. Diligent Robotics Diligent Robotics creates robot assistants that help people with their chores so they can focus on the work they care most about. Moxi is our hospital robot assistant that helps clinical staff with routine, non-patient-facing tasks so they have more time for patient care, and hospitals save money on staff burnout and turnover costs. HighRadius HighRadius provides a single Agentic AI platform for the Office of the CFO. It integrates 200+ agents that orchestrate end-to-end processes across Order-to-Cash, B2B Payments, Close & Reconciliation, Consolidation & Reporting, Accounts Payable, B2B Payments, and Treasury. HighRadius guarantees operational KPI improvements by mapping them to specific agents on the platform and Treasury. HighRadius guarantees operational KPI improvements by mapping them to specific agents on the platform. LTK As the inventor of Creator Commerce, LTK is the trusted platform for creators and their businesses by powering and monetizing the connection between content and commerce. Founded in 2011 by Amber and Baxter Box, the LTK mission is to empower creators to be as economically successful as possible. Eagle Eye Networks Eagle Eye Networks, Inc. delivers the first on-demand cloud-based security and operations video management system (VMS), providing both cloud and on-premise recording. Eagle Eye Networks also provides a cloud video API for integrations and application development. Texas as a thriving IP ecosystem This analysis underscores how the objective analysis of IP data can provide a window into a company’s innovation capabilities and future potential. Texas, long celebrated for its entrepreneurial spirit, is now clearly a hotbed for IP-centric startup growth across diverse sectors. By leveraging platforms like PatentSight+, stakeholders—whether investors, partners, or policy makers—can track innovation not just by buzz, but by measurable, strategic value. At LexisNexis Intellectual Property Solutions, our mission is to bring clarity to innovation. By spotlighting the companies setting the pace, we aim to help innovators, investors, and IP professionals better navigate the fast-moving world of technology and intellectual property. Stay tuned as we continue to uncover and celebrate the world’s most forward-thinking companies—one patent portfolio at a time. Media Contact: Holger ZimmerGlobal Director, Strategic Communication and Partnerships[email protected] Was this post helpful? Let us know if you liked the post. That’s the only way we can improve. Yes No
