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Top 5 Episodes 2024 | Driving the Future: How Monta is Leading EV Charging Solutions
Introduction Startuprad.io ’s franchise hit an impressive milestone in 2024, surpassing 2.4 million streams  and solidifying its...
Jörn Menninger
Jan 83 min read


Europe’s Tech Investment Growth - Global Competition: How Europe Can Sustain Its 13% CAGR in Tech Investments
Europe’s tech investments grow at 13% CAGR. Discover how the region tackles challenges to sustain global leadership in innovation.
Jörn Menninger
Jan 74 min read


German Customs: Celebrating Epiphany on January 6th - End of Christmas Time and for many Christmas Vacation
Epiphany in Germany: Discover traditions, public holidays, and cultural significance of January 6th in select German states.
Jörn Menninger
Jan 63 min read


Generational Ambitions in European Startups: How Europe’s Startups Are Redefining Success
Europe’s startups are redefining success with generational ambitions, focusing on sustainability, purpose, and long-term impact.
Jörn Menninger
Jan 24 min read


Regulatory Hurdles and Solutions: The Path to a Unified European Tech Market
This blog post is part of a series by Startuprad.io , where we distill the most critical insights from Atomico’s State of European Tech...
Jörn Menninger
Dec 30, 20244 min read


Unlocking Talent: How Europe is Competing with the US in Tech Workforce Growth
Europe’s tech workforce hits 3.5M! Learn how the continent is competing with the US through talent growth, diversity, and innovation.
Jörn Menninger
Dec 23, 20243 min read


The Future is Green: Europe’s Leadership in Sustainable Tech Investments
Discover how Europe’s $10B in green tech investments is shaping a sustainable future with renewable energy, circular economy, and innovation
Jörn Menninger
Dec 20, 20244 min read


Growth-Stage Funding for Startups - Bridging the $375 Billion Gap: Challenges and Solutions for Europe's Growth-Stage Startups
Europe faces a $375 billion funding gap for growth-stage startups. Learn challenges, solutions, and why this matters for innovation.
Jörn Menninger
Dec 19, 20244 min read


Unicorn Nation: Mapping Europe’s Billion-Dollar Success Stories
Explore Europe’s Unicorn Nation with over 300 billion-dollar startups leading innovation in fintech, sustainability, and deep tech.
Jörn Menninger
Dec 18, 20243 min read


35,000 Startups and Counting: Europe's Growing Entrepreneurial Spirit
Europe’s startups hit 35,000! Learn how innovation, funding, and talent drive the continent’s entrepreneurial revolution
Jörn Menninger
Dec 17, 20243 min read


Unzer Payment Solutions - KKR's Failed Buy and Build Payment Experiment
Unzer's journey from KKR's buy-and-build strategy to compliance success showcases lessons in fintech growth and regulatory challenges."
Jörn Menninger
Dec 16, 20243 min read


From $43B to $426B: How Europe Became a Venture Capital Powerhouse
"Explore how Europe's venture capital grew 10x in a decade, fueling innovation with $426B in funding and a thriving startup ecosystem
Jörn Menninger
Dec 13, 20244 min read


A Decade of Transformation: The Evolution of European Tech Ecosystems
iscover how Europe's tech ecosystem grew into a global leader with record-breaking investments and groundbreaking startups.
Jörn Menninger
Dec 11, 20244 min read


Unicorn in Crisis: How a Former Fintech Giant Averted Shutdown
Unicorn in crisis: How fintech Solaris navigated losses, layoffs, and regulatory challenges to avert shutdown and rebuild its future.
Jörn Menninger
Dec 9, 20244 min read


Strengthening Industrial Capacity in Strategic Sectors
Learn how startups and innovation are driving Europe’s industrial capacity in strategic sectors for resilience and competitiveness.
Jörn Menninger
Dec 6, 20244 min read


Sifted German Startups Technology Entrepreneurship: Germany's Startup Scene in 2024
Germany’s Sifted 50 showcases the fastest-growing startups in technology entrepreneurship. Discover top sectors and trends.
Jörn Menninger
Dec 4, 20245 min read


Global Startup Fundraising Activity in Q2 2024: Key Insights for Entrepreneurs and Technology Innovators
Discover Q2 2024's global startup fundraising trends and insights. Empowering technology entrepreneurs to navigate challenges and drive grow
Jörn Menninger
Dec 3, 20244 min read


Reforming Governance: Streamlining EU Governance for Startups and Others
Learn how EU governance reforms can drive innovation and streamline decision-making for startups and entrepreneurs.
Jörn Menninger
Dec 2, 20244 min read


Industrial Strategy Startups for Europe: Scaling Key Sectors
Discover how Europe’s industrial strategy is scaling key sectors through startups, technology, and innovation for global competitiveness.
Jörn Menninger
Nov 29, 20244 min read


Digital Transformation Startups: A Blueprint for Europe’s Competitiveness
Discover how startups and digital transformation are driving Europe's competitiveness through innovation and technology.
Jörn Menninger
Nov 27, 20243 min read
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