30.09.2025

The next generation of eyewear

SILMO 2025, held under the motto "The place to see", once again attracted industry experts, trendsetters, and innovation seekers from the world of ophthalmic optics and optometry. At the event, Finnish start-up IXI unveiled its exclusive partnership with Optiswiss. IXI aims to develop smart glasses that dynamically ensure optimal vision in every situation. Optiswiss will play a central role in the development and production of the autofocus lenses.

Front row (f.l.t.r.): Niko Eiden (CEO, IXI) and Samuel Frei (CEO, Optiswiss)
Back row (f.l.t.r.): Mikko Ahlström (IXI), Dr. Alexander Potdevin (Optiswiss), Johannes Schubart (Optiswiss), Jürgen Ruppel (Optiswiss), Marko Ylinen (IXI), Henna Mäkinen (IXI)

Since its founding in Finland in 2021, IXI has pursued the development of smart autofocus glasses. Using cutting-edge technology, the glasses intelligently adapt to the wearer’s eye movements and, thanks to integrated autofocus, provide sharp vision at every distance. Alongside sensors, microcontrollers, and an eye-tracking system, a liquid crystal element embedded in the lens forms the centerpiece of the glasses – a technology that is now being further advanced with our expertise.

Samuel Frei

CEO Optiswiss
Optiswiss has stood for Swiss quality, precision, and craftsmanship for decades, powered by one of the most advanced production facilities in the heart of Europe. As an independent company, we are driven by innovation and excited to partner with IXI on a truly forward-thinking approach – one that has the potential to reshape the eyewear industry and set new standards for the future.

Niko Eiden

CEO and co-founder of IXI
For us, we’re intentionally building our production base in Europe. This is where the deepest expertise in optical precision and design lives, and we’ve brought together the people who know it best. These milestones are important steps on the path toward bringing our technology to the world. Our mission is simple: create eyewear that transforms how people see, without ever compromising on comfort or design.

One thing is certain: the introduction of autofocus glasses has the potential to transform the lens market in a lasting way. With Optiswiss’s innovative strength and production expertise in Basel, IXI has a powerful partner at its side to drive this pioneering technology forward. 

Visiting the IXI headquarters IXI-Headquarter: Explanations about the eye-tracking laboratory with Roosa Wederhorn (IXI)

During discussions at the IXI headquarters (f.l.t.r.): Jürgen Ruppel (Optiswiss), Johannes Schubart (Optiswiss), Niko Eiden (CEO, IXI), Dr. Alexander Potdevin (Optiswiss) and Samuel Frei (CEO, Optiswiss)

Curious? Visit the website to learn more about IXI, their vision, and the autofocus glasses.

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