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This Month in German, Swiss, and Austrian (GSA) Startups — November 2022 Wrap-Up
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 November 2022 DACH startup news roundup covers the month's key developments across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland — including late-year funding activity, ecosystem updates, and the stories shaping the startup landscape as the region heads into year-end. This article is part of o
Jörn Menninger
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KfW Research Defense Tech Germany: German VCs Open to Defense and Dual-Use Startups as ESG Barriers Ease
German VCs open to defense tech: KfW Research (Oct 3 2025) shows 30 % invested, 45 % plan to—cyber, AI & robotics lead as ESG barriers fade.
Jörn Menninger
Oct 7, 20254 min read
How Global Startups Use Podcast Advertising to Break Into the German-Speaking Market
Key Metrics on the German-Speaking Podcast Market (mostly Germany) 2024 If you’re a funded startup planning to enter Germany, Austria, or Switzerland (DACH), podcast advertising is your most effective shortcut. With high trust, niche targeting, and measurable ROI, podcasts—especially on Startuprad.io —deliver direct access to the region’s most influential founders, investors, and executives. 📍 Why the DACH Region Is a Strategic Target - Flourishing Podcast Advertising German
Jörn Menninger
May 19, 20256 min read
Navigating the German Venture Capital Market in 2025: Key Trends and Strategic Insights
German VC 2025: Scale-up funding gaps, ESG trends, & untapped investor potential. Dive into key strategies now!
Jörn Menninger
Mar 31, 20256 min read
Private Equity in the DACH Region: A Sleeping Giant Awakens
As private equity (PE) becomes more pivotal in the funding landscape for later-stage startups, we've decided to broaden our focus beyond venture capital (VC) to bring you insights from the latest Preqin report on Private Capital in the DACH region. This publication offers a comprehensive look at the evolving role of private equity in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, and sheds light on the significant growth and opportunities in this sector. Remarkable Growth in Private Capi
Jörn Menninger
Jul 23, 20246 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
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