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Venture Funding in greater Rhine-Main surpassed half a billion already
Q3 2019 venture funding in Rhine-Main hits €57M, pushing YTD total to over €476M. Volocopter and BioNTech lead the way.
Jörn Menninger
Aug 16, 20246 min read


Porsche SE’s Surprising Investment in Flixbus: A Strategic Move into the Future of Sustainable Mobility
Porsche bets big on Flixbus—find out why this surprise move could reshape global mobility. A must-read for startup leaders and investors.
Jörn Menninger
Aug 14, 20245 min read


The Rise and Struggles of Aleph Alpha: Germany's AI Hope
Discover the rise and struggles of Aleph Alpha, Germany's AI hope, as it faces technical and financial challenges.
Jörn Menninger
Aug 2, 20245 min read


Generative AI and Deep Tech are driving DACH VC
Venture Capital Funding Germany, Austria and Switzerland (DACH/GSA) in 2024: NGP Capital in-depth research report.
Jörn Menninger
Jul 2, 20246 min read


Who Is Susanne Klatten? BMW Heiress, Net Worth & Startup Investments
Who is Susanne Klatten? Learn about the BMW heiress’s net worth, investments, and influence on the German startup ecosystem.
Jörn Menninger
Jun 20, 20248 min read


Surpassing One Million Inventory in A Single Quarter — Startuprad.io’s Story
we celebrate the monumental achievements of Startuprad.io, a beacon of knowledge and inspiration within the German-speaking startup scene
Jörn Menninger
Apr 9, 20245 min read


Germany’s €1 Billion Fund of Funds: It Is Just The Start
Germany unveiled its €1 billion fund of funds aimed at investing in German and European venture capital they just getting started
Jörn Menninger
Nov 29, 20233 min read


Sono Motors Finds Investor
As of November 27th, 2023, Sono Motors filed a 6-K form with the SEC that they have found an investor
Jörn Menninger
Nov 27, 20232 min read


Meet the Twin Billionaires Behind BioNTech’s Success
Meet the world’s only self-made twin billionaires
Jörn Menninger
Feb 8, 20228 min read


Why N26 Wants to Be a NeoBroker, Why Neobrokers Are HOT And Maybe In Danger
Explore why N26 is entering the booming neobroker market and how regulators might impact this high-margin business model.
Jörn Menninger
Dec 22, 20218 min read


Frankfurt Has It’s First Unicorn Startup
Insurtech Clark becomes Frankfurt's first unicorn after acquiring Finanzen.de in a shares and cash transaction with Allianz X
Jörn Menninger
Dec 21, 20214 min read


Highlights of Germany’s Most Extensive Annual Startup Survey
Germany’s 2021 Startup Survey reveals insights on funding, female founders, and the growing tech ecosystem in Berlin and NRW.
Jörn Menninger
Dec 2, 20217 min read


N26 Quietly Completed Second Closing of Series E Funding Round in 2021 — Here’s What We Know
N26 raised more than $900M — but here’s what they didn’t reveal. Discover the hidden Series E second closing insiders missed.
Jörn Menninger
Oct 21, 20215 min read


Blog Post: Trouble at N26 — BaFin considering limiting new business for the neobank
BaFin may limit N26's growth over money laundering concerns, potentially impacting their $10bn fundraising. Learn more about the risks.
Jörn Menninger
Sep 8, 20214 min read


Obituary Christian Hoppe — Fintech Pioneer
Remembering Christian Hoppe, a key figure in fintech, who passed away at 44. A pioneer in connecting fintechs with banks.
Jörn Menninger
Aug 25, 20213 min read
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[BLOG] German Law Enforcement Requests Extradition of former Wirecard CFO
German law enforcement seeks extradition of former Wirecard CFO Marsalek, reportedly hidden by FSB in Moscow since 2021.
Jörn Menninger
Apr 19, 20218 min read


Startup.Radio — The Worlds First Internet Radio Station Dedicated to Tech Entrepreneurship
The world's No one Tech Entrepreneurship Radio
Jörn Menninger
Apr 8, 20213 min read


Auto1 IPO soars 45% and generates Germany’s newest Tech Billionaires (Updated)
Auto1 IPO surges 45%, creating Germany's newest tech billionaires, raising €1.8 bn at a €12 bn valuation.
Jörn Menninger
Feb 5, 20214 min read


Trade Republic: How Germany's Neobroker Navigated the GameStop Wave
Learn about short selling, short squeezes, and Trade Republic's fintech storm. Discover the risks and insights on Startuprad.io.
Jörn Menninger
Feb 1, 20218 min read
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Discover how Michael Bloomberg invests and his secretive involvement with top German fintech through Hedosophia.
Jörn Menninger
Jan 22, 20214 min read
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