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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


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


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


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


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


AI Expert Talks No-Code Computer Vision
Simone shares insights into the innovative computer vision platform, Iris, designed for small and medium-sized industries to harness AI
Jörn Menninger
Dec 7, 202324 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


Reflecting on 2023: Challenges, Growth, and Hope for a Better Future
In today’s episode, your hosts Jörn “Joe” Menninger and Michelle Tsing dive into a reflective and heartfelt conversation about their experie
Jörn Menninger
Nov 24, 20234 min read


My Huawei Connect Experience: Navigating the Intersection of Green and Digital Transformation
Joe is excited to give you a behind-the-scenes look at the event and highlight some of Huawei’s initiatives in green and digital transformat
Jörn Menninger
Nov 24, 20234 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


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


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


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


The Only Venture Capital Data for Germany You Need To Know
The kfw surveys each quarter around 450 investors for this barometer, so it is one of the broadest and most reliable indicators
Jörn Menninger
Mar 23, 202317 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


Meet COMPREDICT, the Startup Where Blackberry and Michelin Invested
COMPREDICT is a Darmstadt, Germany-based deep tech startup, offering virtual sensors for cars
Jörn Menninger
Sep 8, 202215 min read
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