We’re delighted to share some incredible news from Berlin, where Cyculus proudly claimed not one, but two prestigious awards at the Circular Tech Awards 2025. As a Circular Tech Awards Winner, Cyculus was recognised in front of an audience of more than 250 guests, including leaders from across the tech, telecoms and sustainability sectors, taking home the trophies for both the Innovation and Diagnostics categories, a clear signal that our approach to automated device processing is making a meaningful impact.
Winning the Innovation Award affirms our belief that automation and AI will define the future of circular electronics. At Cyculus, we’ve built a platform that offers more than just testing, it delivers full-stack, precision-driven, end-to-end processing of used devices at scale, establishing us as a tech awards winner in the circular tech field.
Our state-of-the-art facility in Germany features a nine-stage processing line powered by Apkudo technology, combining robotics, vision systems, AI-driven diagnostics, and real-time reporting. Whether it’s smartphones, tablets, or smartwatches, every device entering our system is handled with unmatched consistency and care, helping partners reduce waste, cut costs, and increase resale value with confidence.
The Diagnostics Award recognised our ability to go beyond traditional device testing. While many platforms focus on pass/fail outcomes, Cyculus, as a tech awards winner, uses controlled environments, intelligent tools, and data-driven analysis to deliver richer diagnostics that drive smarter business decisions.
Our audio cell, for example, uses calibrated external speakers and microphones to detect nuanced faults, an impossible task in a noisy warehouse. Our display testing captures detailed defect data, informing repair decisions rather than guessing. We also generate up to 14 high-resolution images per device, supporting resale listings and quality assurance.
These awards mark an important milestone in our journey, and a wider shift in the industry. As circular technology gains momentum, stakeholders across the chain, from resellers and insurers to OEMs and marketplaces, are looking for trusted, intelligent, and scalable partners. This important shift is underscored by the Circular Tech Awards, which we proudly won.
At Cyculus, we’re proud to be leading the charge.