Eindhoven start-up Euclyd unveils AI chip that uses 100 times less energy
Bernardo Kastrup, a former ASML executive and philosophy author, is launching a new AI microprocessor designed to drastically reduce energy use in data centers, Eindhovens Dagblad reported. His start-up, Euclyd, claims the chip consumes 100 times less energy than comparable Nvidia processors.
Kastrup, 51, began developing the chip two years ago from his attic, working late nights from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. The first chips are being produced in South Korea by Samsung, which is adapting the design to its manufacturing processes. Euclyd expects to receive the initial test chips in Eindhoven by early 2026, with commercial availability projected for late 2027.
Born in Brazil, Kastrup studied computer science in Eindhoven and philosophy in Nijmegen. He previously worked at Philips Research, Silicon Hive (later acquired by Intel), and ASML, where he focused on product strategy. Alongside his tech career, he authored philosophical books, including Why Materialism is Total Nonsense.
The company currently employs about 20 people across Eindhoven, Silicon Valley, and Germany. Kastrup said the biggest challenge in 2026 will be finding skilled engineers locally.
Euclyd’s advisory and investment team includes former ASML CEO Peter Wennink, Intel co-inventor Federico Faggin, and software engineer-turned-investor Steven Schuurman.
The chip is specifically designed for neural networks and could significantly reduce the number of server racks required in data centers.
Initially, Euclyd is targeting large companies that need to host sensitive industrial or military data internally, including potential clients such as ASML, Airbus, Rheinmetall, and Thales.
