Can you briefly introduce your start-up and its flagship service? Soulemane Halif NGAGINE Henddu is developing a smart platform that allows states and cities to measure, analyze, and predict air quality in real time. By combining satellite data, ground sensors and artificial intelligence, we transform complex data into concrete decisions to protect the health of populations.

Why are you participating in the INPI & WIPO x HEC Challenge + Pitch Contest? SHN We are participating in the INPI & WIPO x HEC Challenge+ Pitch Contest to secure long-term support that will allow us to further structure our intellectual property strategy and leverage our innovations. It is also an opportunity to test our vision with experts and strengthen our credibility in a context of strong growth.

Soulemane Halif NGAGINE, President and founder of Henddu © INPI What is your biggest challenge? SHN Our main challenge is to successfully deploy our first pilot project in Ivory Coast, in collaboration with local authorities, while establishing a sustainable and scalable financing model for our solutions with states and communities. The challenge is to move from a phase of innovation to large-scale institutional adoption.

What solutions does the INPI offer you? SHN : INPI helps us to structure our international intellectual property strategy, particularly regarding the protection of our algorithms, our brand and our software assets. This is a key support to secure our technological advantage in a market where the issue can be sensitive. Title Key data Content Date of creation: May 9, 2025 Industry sectors: environment, deep tech, data and AI, air quality Staff: 2 (including 6 part-time employees and interns) Share of turnover devoted to R&D: 45% Website address: https://www.henddu.com/ Title Industrial property Content Registered trademark: 1

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