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Latest news and information on technology startups, innovative new businesses, and job opportunities in the startup scene.
Where in Germany are the most startups being launched?
Germany’s startup ecosystem is experiencing strong growth in some new regions as well as established hotspots. So where have the most startups been founded in the last six months?
Berlin startup will freeze your corpse for monthly fee
A service designed to deep freeze people after death has already gained its first client in the German capital. But experts warn that there is no current evidence that they can be revived in the future.
What startups should know about Germany's new 'digital hub' cities
A number of German cities have been rebranded as 'digital hubs' aimed at startups and business who specialise in everything from fintech to e-mobility. But where are the digital hubs - and what can they offer Germany's entrepreneurs?
Germany pledges billions to boost startups
The German government and private investors have pledged to work together to pour billions of euros into funding for start-ups over the coming years, in a bid to keep young companies from moving abroad.
Germany sees spike in new startups in first half of 2023
The number of startups founded in Germany rose significantly in the first six months of the year - with two new cities emerging as entrepreneurial hubs.
EXPLAINED: The surprising parts of Germany where new businesses are blooming
The number of new businesses being launched in Germany is falling. But a few surprising districts have a lot of entrepreneurial spirit, according to a new study.
Germany sees increase in number of startups 'launched by people with migrant background'
Germany is benefiting from an increasing number of businesses founded by people with migration roots, a study has found.
Germany named best European country for startups for second year running
Germany has held on to its top position as the best country in Europe for running a startup company in an annual ranking.
Meet Evermood: The Berlin startup promoting mental well-being in the workplace
The office can be a difficult place to talk about mental health issues, but one Berlin-based startup is trying to change that.
Working in Germany: Berlin startups create 19,000 new jobs
Berlin has long held the title of Germany’s startup capital. And a new study shows just how many jobs the startup scene has created there.
German startups receive record €6.2 billion in investment
New figures from management consultants at Ernst and Young (EY) show that never before has so much money been invested in German startups - with the bulk going to Berlin.
'I get mansplained regularly': Do Berlin startups have a sexism problem?
With a new startup founded every 20 minutes, Berlin boasts one of the world’s healthiest startup ecosystems. The capital hosts fertile ground for ambitious entrepreneurs to propel their ideas into world-changing products.
Germany ranks as best European country for startups
Germany is the best country in Europe for startups, according to a new study by a UK-based personal finance site NimbleFins.
Are Berlin’s bitcoin investors blinded by their enthusiasm?
Last year, the price of bitcoin skyrocketed to more than 900% reaching a peak of $20,000 by the end of the year. However, its value has since plummeted, with one bitcoin said to be worth around $6,740.
The Hanseatic Silicon Valley? New digital centre to be built in Hamburg
Watch out, Berlin. Construction on a digital centre in the Hanseatic city state is set to start in a few days, attracting big companies and start-ups alike.
The Munich startup trying to tackle old-age loneliness through Oma’s baking
An innovative Munich start-up employs pensioners to bake old-fashioned, traditional cakes. It offers them the opportunity to earn money, feel useful and meet people – and their customers, to enjoy cakes baked with love.
‘City of the future’ tech hub to be constructed at Munich Airport
It has been compared to Silicon Valley and could create 5,000 jobs within less than three years - the LabCampus on the grounds of Munich Airport is being billed as a "blueprint for a city of the future."
'Innovation and creativity': German army in need of startup founders
Defence Minister Ursula von der Leyen addressed the need for startup founders in the German armed forces on Thursday - the eve of the Munich Security Conference (MSC).
Why Berlin remains the Bitcoin capital of Europe in 2018
When it comes to spending the digital currency Bitcoin, it seems Berliners have been on trend longer than the rest of Europe.
Germany in top spot for entrepreneurship in 2018 world ranking
While Germany remained at the top of the list in the entrepreneurship category in this year’s U.S. News Best Countries ranking, it came in third place in the overall category.
Women earn less, are more likely to face sexism at German startups: study
While working at a German startup offers better pay than in other European countries, women don't make the same as men. And while women are prominent in leadership roles, they are more likely to face sexism than they would do abroad, a study has found.
Berlin v. San Francisco: Which is better for startups?
There's already quite a bit of an exchange between Silicon Valley and Berlin's so-called Silicon Allee, but which city is truly better for the startup scene? Graphic design marketplace 99designs shares with The Local how the two compare.
Deutsche Bahn invests millions in Berlin ride-sharing startup: report
German government-owned Deutsche Bahn is investing millions in a Berlin taxi and ride-sharing startup that has its sights set on expanding in the United States and Asia, according to a media report on Monday.