Robco

Needs Review

Robco secures 13 million euros

Former WhatsApp investor Sequoia Capital from California's Silicon Valley is investing in Robco. The Munich-based startup develops rapidly deployable…

Kea Robotics

Deals

Frank Thelen joins Kea Robotics

Kea Robotics develops modular robots for use in small and medium-sized enterprises. Frank Thelen is joining the market with his investment firm Freigeist…

air up founder Lena Jüngst

Deals

18 million euros: Pepsi invests in Air Up

The Munich-based beverage startup Air Up has secured €18 million in Series A financing. The money comes in part from…

Logitech Startup Partner

Competition

Wanted: 'Logitech Startup Partner 2020'

This year, Logitech and Frank Thelen are once again looking for a 'Logitech Startup Partner.' Applications can be submitted until December 1st…

The Lion's Den Open Pitch Call

Needs Review

Frank Thelen finally leaves “The Lion’s Den”

DHDL veteran Frank Thelen has announced his final departure from the Vox TV show "Die Höhle der Löwen." He also revealed his reasons for leaving...

Smartlane

Deals

Frank Thelen invests in Smartlane

Smartlane successfully completes a second round of financing. The investor is Freigeist Capital, the investment arm of Frank Thelen, Marc Sieberger, and Alex…

Deals

doo: intelligent event software with the “lion” Frank Thelen on board

It's that time again: every Tuesday, young startups pitch in the "Lion's Den" in front of the judges Frank Thelen, Jochen…