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 January 2023 DACH startup news roundup kicks off the new year with key developments from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland — covering early-year funding activity, ecosystem predictions, regulatory updates, and the founder stories setting the tone for the startup landscape in 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? Monite is a Berlin-based embedded finance startup already operating across the US, UK, and major European markets. Their platform makes CFOs' lives easier by embedding accounts payable and receivable workflows directly into business software — turning any app into a financial managemen

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? In a single week, two major neobank deals reshaped the German fintech landscape: French unicorn Qonto confirmed its acquisition of Berlin-based Penta, while freelancer neobank Kontist sold at a steep discount for an estimated €10 million — highlighting the consolidation wave hitting Eu

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? French neobank unicorn Qonto entered advanced talks to acquire Berlin-based business banking startup Penta — a deal confirmed on July 22nd, 2022. The acquisition marks Qonto's aggressive push into the German market, the largest SME banking opportunity in Europe. This article is part of

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? French neobank unicorn Qonto raised €486 million in Series D funding at a €4+ billion valuation and is now aggressively targeting the German market. This episode explores Qonto's strategy to conquer Europe's largest SME banking market and what it means for German fintech competition. T

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 June 2022 DACH startup news roundup wraps up the first half of the year with updates from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland — covering funding activity, ecosystem developments, and the stories shaping the startup landscape as it heads into summer amid growing economic uncertainty.

This story was migrated from our old blog, originally published on March 18th, 2021. What Is This About? Nikolaus D., named German Business Angel of the Year 2020, shares his approach to early-stage investing in this interview. The conversation explores what makes a great angel investor, how he evaluates founding teams, and what the DACH angel investment landscape looks like from the inside. 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 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 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 11th, 2021. What Is This About? TIS, led by co-founder Jörg Wiemer, has built the world's leading SaaS platform for B2B outbound payments. The Walldorf-based company helps enterprises manage and optimize their global payment operations — processing billions in transaction volume across currencies, banks, and payment methods. This article is part of our coverage of Scaleup Founder Interviews from Germa

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

The Alps in Spring (by ilyessuti via Pixabay) What Is This About? A quick news update from the German, Swiss, and Austrian startup scenes on March 15th — covering headlines including Revolut's search for a head of growth in Germany and other developments too timely to wait for the monthly roundup. This article is part of our coverage of Monthly Startup News from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland . Executive Summary This blog post first appeared first on old medium publication

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? GAMERS ACADEMY offers a look inside the German esports market — a rapidly growing industry where competitive gaming is attracting serious investment and mainstream attention. This bonus episode explores the business models, audience demographics, and growth potential of esports in the

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? HAUSGOLD is a proptech platform that matches real estate brokers with property buyers and sellers. The startup uses data and algorithms to connect the right broker with the right property — streamlining a process that traditionally relies on personal networks and local knowledge. This

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? Austria-based fintech Monkee stands out with more than 80% of its users being women — a remarkable demographic in an industry typically dominated by male users. This exclusive interview explores how Monkee's savings-first approach naturally attracted a female audience. This article is

This story was migrated from our old blog, originally published on November 4th, 2020. What Is This About? Scriptbakery taught an AI to analyze book manuscripts and predict the emotional responses of potential readers. The startup helps publishers and authors understand how their writing lands emotionally — using natural language processing to map narrative arcs, tension, and reader engagement. This article is part of our coverage of Scaleup Founder Interviews from Germany, A

This story was migrated from our old blog, originally published on November 19th, 2020. What Is This About? (+)plural is a social enterprise making children's books accessible to blind and visually impaired children at affordable prices. Using innovative production techniques, the startup creates tactile picture books that sighted and non-sighted children can enjoy together — promoting inclusion from the earliest age. This article is part of our coverage of Scaleup Founder In

This story was migrated from our old blog, originally published on November 24th, 2020. What Is This About? The first episode of the Entrepreneur Tools series tackles one of the most fundamental skills founders need: how to address your audience in a pitch. The episode breaks down practical techniques for reading the room, adapting your message, and connecting with investors on their terms. This article is part of our coverage of Scaleup Founder Interviews from Germany, Austr

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? Vienna-based MeetFox makes managing client meetings effortless with an all-in-one scheduling, video conferencing, and invoicing platform. The startup eliminates the back-and-forth of appointment booking and lets service professionals focus on their clients instead of administration. Th