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DACH Startup Ecosystem 2024: Trends, Funding & Breakthroughs
Explore 2024’s top trends, funding rounds & unicorn news in the DACH startup ecosystem. Stay ahead in tech, VC & entrepreneurship now.
Jörn Menninger
Jan 1, 20246 min read


Fintech Review 2023: Predictions and Outlook for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland
Welcome to an in-depth discussion on Fintech, banking, InsurTech, embedded finance, and CBDC.
Jörn Menninger
Dec 22, 202327 min read


DACH Startup News December 2023: Founders, Funding and Ecosystem Updates
Aleph Alpha’s AI models get bad press. Escooter Tier lays of one-fifth of the workforce. Solarisbank also fires employees, so does neoom
Jörn Menninger
Dec 21, 20232 min read


DACH Startup News December 2023: Founders, Funding and Ecosystem Updates
This Month in German, Swiss, and Austrian (GSA) Startups — December 2023
Jörn Menninger
Dec 21, 20239 min read


The CEE AI Scene: Exploring Investment Growth and Key Entrepreneurial Hubs
We discuss the potential of Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) as a hidden gem for AI startups
Jörn Menninger
Dec 14, 202322 min read


DACH Startup News November 2023: Founders, Funding and Ecosystem Updates
Welcome to our November 2023 wrap-up with vital news from the startup scenes in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland
Jörn Menninger
Nov 30, 20238 min read


DACH Startup News October 2023: Founders, Funding and Ecosystem Updates
BioNTech is a very special case in Germany, but now one of their former Senior Vice Presidents has been awarded the Nobel Prize.
Jörn Menninger
Oct 26, 20237 min read


This Month in German, Swiss, and Austrian (GSA) Startups — September 2023
This blog post first appeared first on old medium publication (https://medium.com/startuprad-io), and was moved to this blog with the relaunch of our website in summer 2024. What Is This About? The September 2023 DACH startup news roundup covers the latest funding rounds, founder moves, and ecosystem developments across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. This monthly digest highlights the key stories shaping the region's innovation landscape during Q3 2023. This article is pa
Jörn Menninger
Sep 28, 202312 min read


From London to Lisbon: Uncovering Europe’s Prominent Startup Scenes — Founder Interview
This blog post first appeared first on old medium publication (https://medium.com/startuprad-io), and was moved to this blog with the relaunch of our website in summer 2024. What Is This About? Europe hosts dozens of thriving startup ecosystems beyond Berlin and London. This episode maps the most prominent hubs from London to Lisbon, exploring what makes each city attractive for founders, investors, and talent — and how early-stage startups can find the right partners across
Jörn Menninger
Sep 21, 202336 min read


Exploring Germany’s Startup Strategy With Digital Commissioner Anna Christmann
Germany’s startup strategy unlocks €10B in funding. Learn what founders & investors need to know — fast.
Jörn Menninger
Mar 23, 202316 min read


ENGLISH WORLD PREMIERE: The City of Mainz Just Started on Its Way to Becoming a World-Class BioTech Hub
Mainz's ambition to become a leading biotech hub is revealed in this exclusive interview with Felix Wälder. A world premiere in English!
Jörn Menninger
Apr 6, 20224 min read


DACH Startup News January 2022: Founders, Funding and Ecosystem Updates
Welcome to This Month in German Startups in January 2022 by Startuprad.io
Jörn Menninger
Jan 27, 20228 min read


Fintech Review 2021 — Germany, Austria, And Switzerland (GSA)
2021 Fintech Review: GSA's shift in digital banking, rise of crypto, green fintech trends, and metaverse payment predictions.
Jörn Menninger
Dec 25, 202116 min read


DACH Startup News December 2021: Founders, Funding and Ecosystem Updates
Discover the latest updates from German startups: new unicorns, mega funding rounds, and insights into the venture capital landscape.
Jörn Menninger
Dec 23, 202111 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


DACH Startup News November 2020: Founders, Funding and Ecosystem Updates
German startups advance in COVID-19 vaccine race, Flixbus halts services, Rocket Internet delists, and a digital Euro is on the horizon.
Jörn Menninger
Nov 26, 202122 min read


DACH Startup News November 2021: Founders, Funding and Ecosystem Updates
November 2021: Tier raises $200M, N26 exits the US, and Frankfurt's first unicorn Clark. Explore the latest in German startups.
Jörn Menninger
Nov 25, 20218 min read


Germany Switzerland Austria (GSA) Unicorn Tracker — October 2021
October 2021: N26 reclaims top fintech spot, new unicorns Enpal and Flink emerge, and Personio doubles its valuation.
Jörn Menninger
Oct 28, 20215 min read


DACH Startup News October 2021: Founders, Funding and Ecosystem Updates
N26 reclaims Germany's top fintech title, Sono Motors files for IPO, and startup funding rises despite fewer ventures. Read more.
Jörn Menninger
Oct 28, 20217 min read


GSA Unicorn Tracker — October 2021
N26 becomes Germany’s most valuable fintech with a $9 billion valuation, surpassing Trade Republic. Learn more in our latest episode!
Jörn Menninger
Oct 27, 20215 min read
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