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Meet The Early Stage AI Startup That Already Worked With NASA
This founder interview is part of our ongoing coverage of Scaleup Founder Interviews from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland . Executive Summary In this episode of Startuprad.io, host Jörn "Joe" Menninger interviews Danko Nikolic, CEO and Founder of Robots go Mental. Nikolic discusses the innovative machine learning algorithms developed by his company, inspired by brain research. He shares the challenges of launching a deep tech startup in Germany and the need for supportive i
Jörn Menninger
Jul 4, 202426 min read


AI Solutions for Enterprises: Inside Scavenger.ai | Startuprad.io E429
This founder interview is part of our ongoing coverage of Scaleup Founder Interviews from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland . Executive Summary In this episode of Startuprad.io , host Jörn “Joe” Menninger interviews Maximilian Hahnenkamp, co-founder of Scavenger.ai . Maximilian shares his journey from being a field hockey athlete in Austria to founding an AI startup in Frankfurt. Scavenger.ai offers AI tools for data analysis, simplifying complex data management for business
Jörn Menninger
May 22, 202423 min read


The Future of Work: Zenjob’s Automated Approach to Temporary Staffing | Startuprad.io E 424
Zenjob, a tech-driven temporary staffing platform targeting student employment and flexible work
Jörn Menninger
Apr 18, 202433 min read


Twinsity’s AI-Driven Approach to Safeguarding Structural Integrity | Startuprad.io E 423
Twinsity's software creates high-resolution 3D models and uses AI to detect defects like cracks and rust
Jörn Menninger
Apr 11, 202427 min read


Building the Future of Electric Vehicle Charging with Monta’s Max Scherer
Monta and their innovative software platform managing electric vehicle charge points
Jörn Menninger
Apr 4, 202429 min read


The Journey of Mainz BioMed: From Start-up to a NASDAQ Listing
BioMed produces an innovative at-home colorectal cancer test kit, designed to improve early detection and survival rates
Jörn Menninger
Mar 21, 202436 min read


Inside Xentral: Unveiling Startup Success with Sequoia and Tiger Global
Xentral serves SMEs with ERP solutions and convinced investors Sequoia and Tiger Global
Jörn Menninger
Mar 14, 202446 min read


Trailblazing Medical Cannabis with Cantourage’s Philip Schetter | Startuprad.io E 415
Cantourage’s growth, manufacturing processes, digital platform for wholesalers, and market reach
Jörn Menninger
Feb 22, 202426 min read


Building a Lean Startup and Entering New Markets — Fleet.co | Startuprad.io E 414
Fleet.co is a device-as-a-service solution for small and medium sized businesses
Jörn Menninger
Feb 15, 202430 min read


From Doctor to Entrepreneur Shaping the Future of Stem Cell Transplants
Andrea is the co-founder of Actitrex, a biotech startup focusing on immune cell therapy
Jörn Menninger
Feb 8, 202421 min read


From Cleaning Company to AR Tech Startup: AR Transforming the Industry
Augmented reality and AI have the potential to revolutionize the cleaning industry. ARCheck is workin on it
Jörn Menninger
Feb 1, 20246 min read


Green Startups and the Future of Europe’s Digital Revolution | Winner German Startup Awards
Sebastian Matthes, editor-in-chief of Handelsblatt and winner of the Special Award at the German Startup Awards 2023
Jörn Menninger
Dec 19, 202331 min read


From Fintech CTO to Co-Hosting Startuprad.io’s Deep Tech Track
Mario Hachemer, who brings a wealth of experience in technology and entrepreneurship to the table. Mario’s journey has been nothing short of
Jörn Menninger
Nov 9, 202323 min read


Balancing Freedom and Responsibility: The Story Behind FINN’s Vision for Transforming Car Ownership | Startuprad.io
From Ford Fails to FINN’s Future: CEO Maximilian Wühr on Disrupting Car Ownership
Jörn Menninger
Sep 7, 202329 min read


Meet the German Entrepreneur of the Year — Co-Founder of Flix, which now owns Greyhound #GSA22
Jochen Engert, co-founder of Flix, shares how he built a $3B unicorn, dominating 90% of Germany's bus market in under a decade.
Jörn Menninger
Dec 15, 202242 min read


UniApp Helps Students to Find the Best International University for Them And Apply There
UniApp helps students find and apply to the best international universities across 27 countries, streamlining the process.
Jörn Menninger
Dec 12, 202222 min read


UnternehmerTUM Helps Entrepreneurs to Start World-Class Companies #GSA22
Discover how UnternehmerTUM fosters innovation, creating startups like Flix and Celonis, and shaping Europe’s startup ecosystem.
Jörn Menninger
Dec 1, 202218 min read


Asvin Provides Cybersecurity for the Internet of Things (IoT)
IoT security flaws? Asvin CEO reveals critical vulnerabilities & solutions. Secure your devices now!
Jörn Menninger
Jun 28, 202224 min read


Billie brings — Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) — to the B2B Market
picture via Pixabay This founder interview is part of our ongoing coverage of Scaleup Founder Interviews from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland . Executive Summary: Billie’s business is disrupting the B2B market by allowing consumers to buy now and pay later. They are one of the most successful startups in Germany and they have raised more than 140 m US$ from well-known investors. It sounds like Billie may become soon a unicorn with all these hints being dropped about their f
Jörn Menninger
May 25, 202229 min read


Meet Read-O, the Spotify for Books
Meet Read-O they recommend your next book with AI
Jörn Menninger
Jan 19, 202218 min read
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