Deals
Social Impact Fund: “Finally using ‘dead’ capital”
In order to establish a Social Impact Fund, the Social Entrepreneurship Network Germany (SEND), among others, launched a…
An update interview
Parcellab Update: “Rapid growth is both an opportunity and a challenge”
The Munich-based startup Parcellab optimizes communication between customers and online retailers. Founded in 2014, the company has grown rapidly in recent years…
Inside Stories
My Blossom: Feel-good happiness and an app that empathizes
The Munich-based startup My Blossom wants to use a holistic app to help people become healthier and happier through more self-care…
Competition
New funding program for apps and platforms
The Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy is launching a new funding program: 'Innovation Program for Business Models and Pioneering Solutions,' or IGP for short, is the somewhat cumbersome name. The application deadline…
Women in Tech
Julia Flötotto: Diversity as a benefit for the team
Computer scientist Julia Flötotto has founded a startup with three partners. Smart4Diagnostics, or S4DX for short, aims to pave the way for blood samples from...
Deals
Wealthpilot expands Series A financing
Fintech Wealthpilot is increasing its financing. In December 2019, Munich-based investor MIG invested in an expanded series…
7-question interview
Verde: Sustainability meets insurance
The Munich-based startup Verde aims to supply the German insurance market with sustainable, social property insurance. The idea is the brainchild of Verde founder Marie-Luise…
Deals
Volabo: Seven-figure Series A financing
The Munich-based startup Volabo has successfully completed a seven-figure Series A financing round. The investor is the family-owned company Hechinger. Founded in 2016,…
Deals
75 million dollars for Personio
Munich-based HR startup Personio raises $75 million in its Series C financing round, bringing its total investment volume to $130 million.
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Proglove cooperates with Samsung
The wearable startup Proglove is collaborating with Samsung. The Munich-based company is working with its US partner to develop a solution for retail, transportation,…