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? EXALOAN started as a rating agency for digital assets and pivoted to bridging the massive funding gap facing small and medium enterprises globally. The Frankfurt-based fintech connects institutional investors with SME lending opportunities — tackling a market where traditional banks co

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? Germany officially has 30 unicorn startups — but is that really the full picture? This analysis examines the official count, questions whether hidden unicorns are being missed, and explores what the milestone means for Germany's standing as Europe's largest startup ecosystem. This arti

RhineMain.vc or German RheinMain.vc is an inbound venture capital index. We strive to provide numbers on money raised by ventures in the greater Rhine-Main Area. What Is This About? RhineMain.vc is an initiative dedicated to covering the Frankfurt/Rhine-Main startup and venture capital scene — a region with significant startup activity and capital raised that receives far less media attention than Berlin. The project aims to close this coverage gap. This article is part of ou

This story was migrated from our old blog, originally published on March 16th, 2021. What Is This About? Mirrakoi uses 3D modeling and 3D printing to help surgeons prepare for complex operations. By creating precise anatomical replicas from patient scans, the startup allows surgical teams to plan procedures in advance — reducing operating time, improving outcomes, and lowering risk. This article is part of our coverage of Scaleup Founder Interviews from Germany, Austria, and

This story was migrated from our old blog, originally published on March 12th, 2021. What Is This About? The collapse of Greensill Capital, an aggressive supply chain finance fintech, sent shockwaves through the German financial system. This episode traces how the implosion touched German fintech companies, exposed regulatory gaps, and raised questions about the risks of rapid fintech scaling. This article is part of our coverage of Scaleup Founder Interviews from Germany, Au

This story was migrated from our old blog, originally published on March 11th, 2021. What Is This About? Flash Hub helps companies organize and scale global virtual teams by providing the infrastructure for distributed workforce management. The platform addresses a growing need as remote work becomes permanent — enabling businesses to coordinate freelancers and employees across time zones efficiently. This article is part of our coverage of Scaleup Founder Interviews from Ger

This story was migrated from our old blog, originally published on March 9th, 2021. What Is This About? EVITADO uses Lidar technology to prevent collisions between aircraft on the ground — a critical safety problem at busy airports. Joe talks to founder Alexander Kasimir about how this Hamburg-based deep tech startup is bringing autonomous vehicle sensing technology to the aviation industry. This article is part of our coverage of Scaleup Founder Interviews from Germany, Aust

This story was migrated from our old blog, originally published on November 18th, 2021. What Is This About? German accounting software startup Fastbill was acquired by Canadian unicorn FreshBooks — marking a notable cross-border exit in the DACH fintech space. The deal shows how European SME-focused fintechs can attract international acquirers looking to expand their market footprint into German-speaking markets. This article is part of our coverage of Scaleup Founder Intervi

This story was migrated from our old blog, originally published on December 2th, 2021. What Is This About? The German Startup Monitor is Germany's most comprehensive annual startup survey. This deep dive examines the highlights — from founder demographics and funding trends to regional strengths, diversity gaps, and the policy changes founders want most from the government. This article is part of our coverage of Startuprad.io Knowledge Graph: The DACH Startup Ecosystem. This

This story was migrated from our old blog, originally published on March 8th, 2022. What Is This About? Driverama is a data-driven e-commerce platform aiming to build a pan-European used car marketplace. Backed by significant venture capital, the startup just entered the German market — Europe's largest used car market — challenging incumbents with a fully digital buying and selling experience. This article is part of our coverage of Market Movements and Signals in the Startu

This story was migrated from our old blog, originally published on October 22th, 2020. What Is This About? Questlog founder Frederic Geiger cracked the challenge of individualized mass production — enabling companies to offer personalized products at scale without sacrificing efficiency. Part of the CONTENTshift accelerator program, the startup bridges the gap between customization and industrial manufacturing. This article is part of our coverage of Scaleup Founder Interview

This story was migrated from our old blog, originally published on January 20th, 2022 What Is This About? Read-O bills itself as the "Spotify for Books" — an AI-powered recommendation platform that helps readers discover their next great read based on taste, mood, and reading habits. Featured through the CONTENTshift accelerator, the startup reimagines book discovery for the digital age. This article is part of our coverage of Scaleup Founder Interviews from Germany, Austria,

This story was migrated from our old blog, originally published on January 27th, 2022 What Is This About? Agile Robots is the first profile in Startuprad.io's German Unicorns series. The Munich-based robotics company joined the unicorn ranks in September 2021 after a €186 million Series C round, building intelligent robots that combine AI with advanced sensor technology for industrial applications. This article is part of our coverage of Scaleup Founder Interviews from German

This story was migrated from our old blog, originally published on February 7th, 2022 What Is This About? SOLYTIC helps small solar investors monitor and optimize their photovoltaic installations — leveling the playing field with large-scale operators. Co-founder Johannes explains how the platform uses data analytics to maximize solar energy yields and reduce maintenance costs for distributed solar assets. This article is part of our coverage of Scaleup Founder Interviews fro

This story was migrated from our old blog, originally published on February 8th, 2022 What Is This About? Berlin Brands Group (BBG) is the second profile in the German Unicorns series. The company runs multiple direct-to-consumer eCommerce brands with a vertically integrated distribution approach — building, acquiring, and scaling consumer product brands entirely through online channels. This article is part of our coverage of Scaleup Founder Interviews from Germany, Austria,

This story was migrated from our old blog, originally published on February 10th, 2022 What Is This About? Atomico's annual State of European Tech survey is one of the most comprehensive data sources on the continent's startup ecosystem. In this joint IBGR and Startuprad.io program, we break down the key findings — from record funding volumes to talent flows and the rise of European deep tech. This article is part of our coverage of FinTech, InsurTech and RegTech in Germany,

This story was migrated from our old blog, originally published on February 17th 2022 What Is This About? Berlin-based Finoa is building a regulated crypto bank for institutional investors. The startup provides custody, staking, and other digital asset services with the security and compliance standards that professional investors require — positioning itself at the intersection of traditional finance and crypto. This article is part of our coverage of Scaleup Founder Intervi

This story was migrated from our old blog, originally published on March 3th 2022 What Is This About? Qualifyze, led by David Schneider, makes supply chains more transparent in the life science and chemical industries through digital audit management. After raising a $14 million Series A led by HV Capital, the startup is scaling its platform to help companies verify supplier quality across global networks. This article is part of our coverage of Scaleup Founder Interviews fro

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? After the first 100 days of Germany's new coalition government, political analyst Tara from PANALIS assesses what founders and investors can actually expect. The episode examines the government's startup strategy, regulatory plans, and whether the coalition's promises will translate in

This story was migrated from our old blog, originally published on January 13th, 2022. What Is This About? AskBrian is a digital assistant designed for busy professionals who need research, presentations, and data analysis done fast. This first episode in a dedicated series explores how the AI-powered service handles tasks that would normally take hours — delivering results in minutes for consultants and executives. This article is part of our coverage of Scaleup Founder Inte