Needs Review
Scalable Capital already worth over 150 million euros
Scalable Capital has experienced meteoric growth since its market launch 22 months ago. Now, according to a media report, the company is set to…
Needs Review
Podcast: Poker Concepts in the Business World
What distinguishes venture capitalists from poker players? Not really much, says poker expert Jan Heitmann. The professional player advises companies based on his…
Deals
“Unprecedentedly good fundraising climate”: VC market on the rise
The business climate in the German private equity market reached a new record high in the third quarter of 2017 in KfW's German Private Equity Barometer…
Deals
Emmasbox: Million-dollar investment in food packing stations
Emmasbox operates grocery pickup stations. The Swiss Migros Group is investing in the Munich-based company through its venture arm. Existing investors are also participating…
Inside Stories
Fintech job market booming: Monthly increase of 7 percent
In the months of January to October 2017 alone, fintech companies published 60 percent more job advertisements than in the entire year of 2016. A…
Inside Stories
Authorities and startups struggle with each other
Some are too slow, others not reliable enough: There are reservations between authorities and startups. Nevertheless, both sides are seeking...
Needs Review
MCBW START UP: Application deadline for Creative Demo Night extended
MCBW START UP enters its fourth round: Startups can apply for participation in the competition until December 15th.
Needs Review
Electrochaea builds power-to-gas plant in Pfaffenhofen
Electrochaea is contributing its patented process to the local "Infinity-1" project. The goal is to meet Pfaffenhofen's entire electricity needs with self-generated...
Accelerator/Incubator
Lidl and Kaufland work together with Retailtech Hub
The Schwarz Group, with its supermarket chains Lidl and Kaufland, is an official partner of the Retailtech Hub. The startup program now wants to...
Deals
NIO: One billion dollars for electric car manufacturer
NIO has raised one billion US dollars in another round of financing. The Chinese electric car startup is developing its vehicle design in Munich. The internet company…
