About Cikisi

AI-Powered Platform for Market and Competitive Intelligence

We are dedicated to transforming complex big data into clear and actionable insights. Trusted by hundreds of companies across Europe and around the world, we empower organizations to gain a competitive advantage through advanced web intelligence. By combining the power of our cutting-edge AI solution with the expertise of our team, we deliver the insights you need to make smarter decisions and drive your company’s efficiency.

Cikisi interface, a Market & Competitive Intelligence platform, displaying an aerospace-related search with articles, heat maps, and automated analysis. The tool enables real-time filtering, analysis, and structuring of information for effective strategic monitoring.

Our Story

Cikisi was born from a simple observation : the flood of web information, or “infobesity”, has made managing data nearly impossible for every single company. Founders, Valéry Mainjot and Franck Di Liberto, set out to solve this by creating Cikisi, a B2B SaaS platform designed specifically for market intelligence professionals. Their mission was to help organizations monitor, structure, and extract meaningful insights from the web.

Today, Cikisi processes over millions’ data points per month, serving thousands of users and trusted by major companies like Solvay, Saint-Gobain, or Veolia. Powered by advanced AI technology, our platform provides businesses with a competitive edge, delivering precise insights that guide critical decisions.

Behind the platform is a dedicated team focused on helping clients navigate complex data and make smarter choices. Every day, over thousands of users rely on Cikisi’s insights to shape their strategies and make smarter decisions.

Our ambition is clear: to become the leading solution for market intelligence professionals worldwide. And we’re just getting started!

Timeline

Creation of Cikisi

In the city of Liège by five Strategic Intelligence experts.

2016
2017

Participation in the I-EXPO event in Paris

And presentation of our prototype : Cikisi 1.0.

Application and team development

  • Arrival of the first "Early Adopters"
  • Pre-Seed fundraising with the entry of two Business Angels from the digital sector
  • Opening of our first office in Charleroi
  • Recruitment of the first members of the Cikisi team
2018
2019

First significant investments in R&D in Big Data

And beginning of work on creating a proprietary Web index.

Launch of Cikisi 2.0

The first industrial version of Cikisi, and establishment of our French subsidiary : CIKISI France SASU.

2020
2021

Investment in the Cikisi solution and team

  • R&D investments in Smart Data
  • Seed fundraising with the entry of two Walloon investment funds (InvestSud & Sambrinvest)
  • Creation of the Customer Success team

Acquisition of our key R&D partner based Pristina

And thus acceleration of our developments related to the use of AI in a Strategic Intelligence Solution. That year, we signed our first major client references in France.

2022
2023

Launch of Cikisi 3.0, exceeding market standards

  • Post-Seed fundraising with the entry of a Flemish investment fund (Angelwise) and a Brussels investment fund (Finance&Invest Brussels)
  • Relocation of our operational headquarters from Charleroi to Brussels

R&D focus on generative AI and launch of our independent chatbot "Ask Mila".

That year, we had multiple victories against competitors in France, demonstrating Cikisi' s maturity.

2024
"Before choosing Cikisi, 80% of our customers exploited less than 30% of the value of the strategic watch."
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Julien Blavier
Head of Customer Success

Founding Team

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Julien Blavier

Customer Success Manager

“As a Customer Success Manager, I am here to support you in making the optimal use of Cikisi. My goal is to ensure your satisfaction and the success of your projects. You can count on me to maximize the added value of the platform and turn your objectives into a real success.”

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Valéry mainjot

Founder and CEO

“Founder and CEO of Cikisi, I am fully committed to making our solution a true asset for the success of your business. My role is to provide you with a clear vision, a tailored strategy, and personalized support to maximize Cikisi’s impact on your projects. I am here to guide you and ensure that your experience meets your expectations.”

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Franck DI Liberto

Co-Founder 

“At Cikisi, we firmly believe that every project deserves a tailored approach. As a co-founder, I am committed to understanding your needs and providing the solution that best suits you. You can count on me to support you at every stage and maximize Cikisi’s impact on your projects.”

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