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MAKE IT IN SAXONY ❗ ❗ ❗ 35% more start-ups in Saxony compared to the previous year 🚀 According to a report by the data service Startupdetector and Hightech Gründerfonds, the number of startups founded in Germany rose by 17% in the first quarter of 2024, indicating a recovery in the sector. Saxony recorded particularly strong growth with an increase of 35%, highlighted by innovative start-ups in cities such as Leipzig, Dresden and Chemnitz. As LaunchHub42, we are happy to be part of this innovative start-up ecosystem and to help innovative teams in the field of cutting edge communication technologies and robotics to achieve greater visibility and feasibility of their solutions. This is never possible alone, but only with committed partners such as e.g. the Smart Systems Hub, HighTech Startbahn GmbH or Robot Valley Saxony. Let's continue on this path together. Find out more about launchhub42 at https://launchhub42.com/ The report is available at https://lnkd.in/evKg25JE

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Gründer: Zahl der Start-up-Insolvenzen steigt auf Rekordhoch https://buff.ly/3Y8hwa8 The number of start-up insolvencies has reached a record high, indicating a challenging environment for new businesses. Factors contributing to this trend could include economic instability, lack of funding, or insufficient market demand. It's crucial for entrepreneurs to carefully plan and manage their finances to navigate these risks successfully. According to recent reports, the rise in start-up insolvencies underscores the importance of resilience and adaptability in the business world. #startups #insolvencies

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Start-ups in Europe: a light at the end of the tunnel - finally!    This article by Nadine Schimroszik in Handelsblatt gives reason for hope for the tech ecosystem, as it summarises a development that has been tentatively emerging for some time: The number of new #start-ups in Germany is growing again, by 17 per cent, as shown by a comparison of the first quarter of 2024 with the same quarter of the previous year.   💡It is particularly interesting to see that most investments are being made in AI. An unmistakable sign that they continue to be a driver of innovation for the German startup ecosystem.   We recently came to a similar conclusion with my team, as part of our analysis of the German startup landscape. Our conclusion: more and more funding are being mobilised for ♻️ #Greentech business ideas that are based on AI-based technologies and have a positive impact on our planet. More info on our research at IRIS can be found in Startup Insider`s Investors Report 2024: https://lnkd.in/dU-5AMPz More info on Nadine’s insightful article here: https://lnkd.in/depicwGA

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🤔 𝗜𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸? 🧬💊💉👩‍⚕️🧪🩻 This has been our topic at today‘s panel discussion at the invest.austria conference 2024. Together with my co-panelists Sophie Ehrlich (from EIT Health), Christian Bouda (from bloomblisser.com) and our moderator Markus Wanko (from xista) we‘ve been elaborating on: ✅ The various healthcare verticals and respective risk profiles ✅ Public vs. Private Funding and the need for a closer collaboration between these two ✅ Brining start-ups and SMEs closer to each other to accelerate innovation ✅ Current PE and VC environment ✅ Healthcare deal activity and outlook going forward Conclusion on the initial question: 𝗬𝗲𝘀, 𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗲𝘀, 𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸! 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵?! 1️⃣ „𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛 𝗜𝗦 𝗪𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛“ - it is our „duty“ to allocate capital and to invest into our own health through supporting innovation and the relevant infrastructure 2️⃣ Healthcare investing is „𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗗 𝗦𝗖𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘“ driven investing -> less emotions, more facts 3️⃣ Healthcare is only at the very beginning of it‘s innovative disruption and the convergence between disciplines (e.g. life sciences and (deep) tech) will turbocharge this upcoming disruption -> 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 => 𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗥𝗨𝗣𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 Besides that, there have been great discussions and stimulating thoughts, mainly around the political environment and the „𝗗𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗙𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗦“ concept = TOPIC OF THE DAY And we also saw insightful discussions on the foodtech, space investing markets, discussions on the democratization of the investment industry and - since we‘re in #vienna - the CEE investment environment. Thanks Daniela Haunstein, Nikolaus "Niki" Futter, Arnaud Béasse for organizing. Fantastic event 👏 Ps.: the #privateequity asset class still remains a little underrepresented in Austria. 🇦🇹 Room to improve ↗️ PPs.: It‘s been a pleasure meeting and catching up with fantastic people like Bernadette Ules, Csanad Daniel, Niklas Pichler, Patrik Cesky, Rudolf Kinsky, Heinz Brasic, Floyd Plettenberg, Stephan Freudl, Florentina Spindler, Karl Lankmayr, Tim Lammar, Zuzana Jahodníková, Michael Hähnle, Christian Bacher, Günter Leonhartsberger, Johannes Cech, Marko Mitrovic … #healthcaredeals #mergersandacquisitions cc: VINC - Healthcare Advisory, ISP HEALTHCARE GmbH

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VC-Markt im DACH-Raum: So sieht die "neue Normalität" aus https://buff.ly/45vkOpn The VC market in the DACH region reflects the changing landscape of the "new normal." Companies are focusing on online presence, e-commerce strategies, cloud technologies, and data analytics for decision-making. Cybersecurity investments have increased, and remote work setups are crucial for business continuity. Adaptability and resilience are shaping the current VC market in the DACH region. #VCtrends #DACHregion.

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👏 Get yourself a CFO ASAP, it will solve a lot of your e-commerce problems👏 🙌 We introduce Matthias Walter Eser is CEO of ESER CAPITAL Vermögensverwaltung GmbH, based in Munich. He and his team support 7- and 8-figure growth companies in all financial challenges and, as part of CFO as a Service, support ambitious growth companies in the economic realization of their goals. From the nuanced strategies of investment banking to the successful completion of an exit - your success in the world of corporate finance is our top priority. Your goal is our mission: together we will guide you through every phase and ensure that your financial transactions are not only successful, but also seamless and efficient. This episode is a must-watch if you want to learn about taxation for e-commerce, expanding to new markets, finding a good CFO and the ever-changing buyer behavior.👀 Curious to learn more about their entrepreneurial insights? Tune in to our latest episode, available on YouTube, Spotify, Soundcloud, and Google Podcasts! 🎧

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I'm thrilled to share that @Smart Reporting has successfully closed a financing round of 23 million euros, with TVM Capital Life Science leading this Series C funding. A warm welcome to our new investors, including Bayern Kapital, as we bolster our resources to expand further into #NorthAmerica and #Australia. This significant capital infusion will accelerate our #mission to revolutionize medical reporting with advanced, AI-supported products. As we step into the #future, our focus is clear: to enhance healthcare IT markets globally and introduce cutting-edge, AI-based solutions that transform radiological and pathological reporting. The power of #genAI and large language models (#LLMs) is redefining what's possible in the healthcare sector. At Smart Reporting, we're harnessing these advancements to provide crucial support to radiologists and pathologists, making their work not only faster but also more accurate. As we gear up for this growth phase, I'm also pleased to announce the expansion of our management team, welcoming Christian Matzen as our new CFO and COO, and recognizing Sigrid Auweter's expanded role as CPO. A big thank you to our existing #investors for continuing on this journey with us and to our new investors for believing in our #vision. The road ahead is exciting, and I look forward to what we will achieve together in making #healthcare more efficient and effective worldwide. #HealthTech #Investment #ArtificialIntelligence #MedicalReporting #Radiology #Pathology #GrowthStrategy #Innovation #AI

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How to improve Tech Transfer from Research Organizations and Universities? Finding good answers and collaborating to implement them across the European Ecosystem is crucial for us to stay attractive as a business location. Especially at times of stagnating investments, we urgently need to increase transfer effectiveness and reduce barriers. In the Munich Ecosystem, we have fantastic success stories like Reverion or FERNRIDE but are constantly working on how we can create an even better ecosystem for our sciencepreneurs at XPRENEURS incubator for high-tech start-ups by UnternehmerTUM. So I am excited to discuss this topic with experts across Europe at Podim Conference in a panel and a keynote next week in Maribor. Looking forward to opportunities to join forces - reach out if you are there and want to connect. #startup #ecosystems #sciencepreneurship

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Beirat für Startups #34 Ein Beirat kann grundsätzlich für Startups von großem Vorteil sein. Wie immer, ist es eine Entscheidung, in der es auf den Einzelfall ankommt. 🛣 Einige Gründe hierzu behandele ich wöchentlich in meiner Beitragsreihe : Zum letzten Post der Reihe: https://lnkd.in/dfQsdEuf The Benefits of a Biotech Advisory Board 🧪🔬 As a leader in the biotech industry, I'm excited to share the advantages of having a strong advisory board with expertise in biotechnology. 💡 Cutting-Edge Insights 🔍 An advisory board composed of seasoned biotech professionals can provide invaluable, up-to-date insights into the latest industry trends, technological advancements, and regulatory changes. Their deep knowledge and experience can help guide your strategic decision-making and ensure your company stays ahead of the curve. 🧠 Specialized Expertise 🔬 Biotech advisory board members bring a wealth of specialized expertise across various disciplines, such as drug development, clinical trials, regulatory affairs, and commercialization. Their diverse backgrounds can help you navigate the complex and ever-evolving biotech landscape more effectively, ultimately driving your company's success. 🧪 Networking and Connections 🤝 A well-connected biotech advisory board can open doors to new partnerships, collaborations, and funding opportunities. Their extensive industry networks can introduce you to key stakeholders, potential investors, and strategic partners, expanding your reach and unlocking new avenues for growth. 🌐 Credibility and Validation 👍 Having respected biotech experts on your advisory board can significantly boost your company's credibility and validation in the eyes of investors, regulatory bodies, and potential partners. This can be particularly valuable when seeking funding, navigating the regulatory landscape, or engaging with industry leaders. 🏆 Objective Guidance 🧭 An advisory board provides an outside perspective and objective guidance, which can be invaluable in navigating complex business decisions. Their impartial insights can help you identify blind spots, mitigate risks, and make more informed choices that align with your company's long-term goals. 🧠 By leveraging the expertise and experience of a biotech advisory board, you can unlock a competitive edge, drive innovation, and accelerate your company's growth in the dynamic biotech industry. 🚀 #advisoryboard #board #scaleup

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Venture Capital - “Respect for those who persevere” Austria is a prime location for research, but a weaker innovation location. There is high-tech potential. Austria is the hidden champion of the European start-up scene. Over 90 percent of the gross domestic product comes from small and medium-sized enterprises. Some of them are even world market leaders in their segments, or at least European market leaders.   We are excellent in some high-tech sectors. What we lack are the later stages of financing. As a result, we often sell companies far too early - they are acquired directly or go abroad due to the investor situation. We lose them too quickly. These and more insights were discussed in an interview with our CEO, Berthold Baurek-Karlic, in assets Magazin. Berthold discussed how recent times have seen a sharp decline in valuations, making the market more attractive with reasonable valuations. However, this phase calls for brave investors who can recognize the opportunity amidst the crisis. He also highlighted the remarkable ability of Austrian companies to withstand crises. The pre-crisis capital shortage led businesses to focus on economic sustainability early, resulting in fewer dramatic rises but also less severe falls during downturns.      For a deeper dive into his perspectives check out the full article in German: https://lnkd.in/d2mPhWrD     Harald Mahrer Kambis Kohansal Vajargah Bernhard Sagmeister Dusan Todorovic Moritz Weinhofer Jakob Seybold Patrik Cesky Julia Gülden-Zeisberger Lisa Wimmer Iman Saïd Philipp Sakuler Austria Wirtschaftsservice (aws) Wirtschaftskammer Österreich #InvestmentInsights #AustrianEconomy #VenionaireCapital #Entrepreneurship #MarketValuations #ResearchAndDevelopment #EconomicResilience #CrisisManagement #InvestmentStrategy 

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𝗚𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗜𝘀𝗻'𝘁 𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘄𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸? 🌿 Germany’s start-up scene has made strides, but let’s face it - if we want to compete on a global scale, we need 𝘣𝘰𝘭𝘥, transformative change, and we need it now! As a serial founder, I’ve witnessed promising developments, especially in Berlin, Munich, and Cologne, where start-up ecosystems are taking shape. These hubs, with incubators, venture capital, and research centers, have undeniable potential. But when it comes to actually launching and scaling businesses, we’re still stuck in the past. Bureaucracy, outdated regulations, and a fear-driven mindset are holding us back. Starting a business here is a bureaucratic obstacle course. The process is slow, complex, and anything but founder-friendly. Why can’t we learn from countries like Estonia, where a streamlined, digital-first approach makes registering a company as easy as a few clicks? A one-stop, fully digital system would not only empower entrepreneurs but show the world that Germany is serious about supporting innovation. And then there’s our attitude toward failure. In Germany, failure is often stigmatized as a red mark on one’s record, a permanent setback rather than a learning experience. But in entrepreneurship, failure is part of the journey. If we want to foster a truly innovative culture, we must embrace failure, take risks, and learn from mistakes without fear of societal judgment. Innovation demands resilience and experimentation; we should celebrate, not penalize, these qualities. Germany’s tax incentives for early-stage investments are also overdue for an overhaul. Targeted incentives could attract far more venture capital, making Germany one of the world’s top destinations for ambitious founders. Just imagine the growth potential if investment in start-ups was not just encouraged but rewarded. And let's talk about collaboration: academia, corporates, and start-ups must work in tandem to truly drive groundbreaking innovation. Without this synergy, we risk staying in an echo chamber while other countries race ahead. Germany has the talent, the drive, and the potential to lead - what it lacks is a system that supports that drive. We can’t afford to move at a snail’s pace in a world that’s rapidly accelerating! What’s your perspective? If you’ve launched a business in Germany or anywhere else, how has the environment shaped your journey?

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🔎 Market Insights Venture Capital for climate tech: Have we reached the turning point? Two recent reports by the German Startup Association (Startup-Verband) and Bitkom reviewing H1 2024 show that fundraising in Germany remains challenging. However, climate tech related topics are on top of the agenda. The findings also show that startups struggle to achieve prominence in the broader market or create an impact. Despite this unused potentials we already see positive signals in Q3. According to KfW VC investments in German startups have been surpassing the benchmark of 2 bln EUR in Q3 – first time since more than a year ago. 💵 Fundraising is still challenging: More than half of the start-ups think that fundraising is difficult to realize. As we have highlighted already prior to this: Early stage founders should plan with longer gaps between Series A and Series B. 🤝 An increasing number of start-ups claim that the possibility for cooperation with the established economy is very poor. According to German Startup Association, only 37.5% perceive the link between the two as good. With Future Energy Ventures we have specialized to matchmake startups with corporate partners – arranging 44 partnerships for the startups in our first fund. 💡 In a challenging VC environment climate tech related business models have good chances to raise capital (compared to other verticals): Experts interviewed by German Startup Association estimate that among the health and the educational sector, energy (37,2%), industry (33,8%) and mobility (30,5%) are the most promising sectors for future innovation. Most of our portfolio business are in energy, industry or mobility! 🌱 The German Startup Association emphasizes that founders are primarily driven by social and ecological impact. Almost half of them identify as social entrepreneurs (45.6%). An increasing number of German start-ups identify with the green economy (48.1%), as reported by the German Startup Association. At Future Energy Ventures we go one step further and monitor the ESG impact of our portfolio businesses via a specific model per half year! 🌎 The huge challenge remains an environment of uncertainty, which is shaped by the huge macro-economic developments such as global wars and conflicts, interest rates and the upcoming US election The good news: Founders navigating their teams through these times may be well-positioned for growth once uncertainty passes. We must foster cooperation between emerging start-ups and the corporate economy to create impact! 🚀 #climatetch #startups #marketinsight #fev4climate

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The latest Next Generation report by Startup-Verband and startupdetector indicates a positive trend in startup formation. During the first half of 2024, Germany experienced a 15% increase in new start-ups, suggesting an overall trend reversal. The software sector is especially booming – one in five new startups are in this field, more than ever before! Increasing digitalization, the high demand for innovative software and the use of artificial intelligence in particular are driving this development. Start-ups in this area are developing new solutions that enable productivity increases and efficiency gains. We are excited to offer these young, innovative companies a supported platform at transport logistic exhibitions in Munich 2025. At the Young Innovators Joint Stand, they can showcase their solutions and make valuable connection, all while being funded by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK). Find out whether your start-up fits the criteria to receive funding, to participate in the next transport logistic: https://lnkd.in/e8T34uzh #YoungInnovators #logistics #StartUp #transportlogistic #BMWK

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"We [Germany] are on the way to becoming a developing country...we’ve become a junk shop". - Theodor Weimer, CEO of Deutsche Börse. 😬 Everything seems totally normal and fine in Europe's largest economy. 😳 🤣 "Our reputation in the world has never been as bad as it is now. Never before." Well...I mean...come on...we at least know that's not true. It is Germany you're talking about after all. https://lnkd.in/eAzRyuXP 🇩🇪 🍺 🥨 #stocks #finance #banks #banking #money #business #tech #technology #innovation #startups #entrepreneurs #entrepreneurship #vc #venturecapital

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Germany's startup ecosystem is a powerhouse waiting to fully unleash its potential in driving digital and sustainable transformation. But how do we make sure this happens? The Startup-Verband, the voice of German startups, addresses this head-on with their bold new initiative, "Innovationsagenda 2030: Weltklasse Made in Germany" (link in comments). Here’s what resonates most with me: 🚀 A Regulatory Framework Built for the Future To foster real innovation, we need policies that allow startups to experiment, iterate, and scale swiftly. Flexible, forward-thinking regulations in areas like AI and Climate Tech could be the catalyst for Germany’s long-term global leadership. 🌟 Stronger Leadership & Collaboration The future of innovation depends on tighter collaboration between government, industry, and startups. Building partnerships that connect research with industry can ignite sustainable growth and cement Germany’s place as a global innovation hub. 💬 What do you think is the most crucial next step in shaping Germany's innovation landscape? Let’s discuss in the comments below! #Innovationsagenda2030 #Startups #DigitalTransformation #Germany2030

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Congrats, Loyi. 💰 Funding round: closed! Loyi, a hubraum resident startup in Berlin, has secured €425,000 in a Pre-Seed Round led by DG Nexolution, forming a key strategic partnership that will allow its team to further develop their solution, accelerate market adoption, and secure new major clients - with Volksbanken Raiffeisenbanken next in line. Loyi's platform enables companies to set interactive challenges for their customers, like participating in events, interacting on social media, or purchasing products - all part of the platform's gamification aspects. 👾 By completing the tasks, customers receive digital rewards that they can redeem for exclusive brand experiences, limited products and more! "Our goal is to develop a no-code white-label version of our platform that offers all the benefits of blockchain technology while eliminating challenges," shares Mohamed Jamal Eddine, Co-Founder & CTO of Loyi. The round has also been backed by VCs like Vision Lab by Earlybird Venture Capital, Startup Wise Guys, 3 Comma Capital SCR, SA and others. We are thrilled to support Loyi by fostering its team on our campus in Berlin, as well as integrating them into our vibrant hubraum ecosystem! Here’s to many more milestones ahead. ⚡️ #Startups #Funding #Blockchain #Web3

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🚀 We from seed + speed Ventures have made a new investment! I am happy that seed + speed Ventures is now on board at Calvin Risk. The Swiss startup has received $4 Mio in #seedfunding to make #enterprise #AI more trustworthy! 🚀 seed + speed Ventures invested in this round together with JOIN CAPITAL in Calvin Risk to help companies deploy AI safely and manage risks through automated testing and quantitative risk assessment. As an ETH Zürich spin-off, they have developed a unique, quantitative approach to AI risk management that is rapidly gaining traction among global financial institutions and the C-suite across industries. With regulations like the #EUAIAct introducing strict requirements for AI systems, the need for reliable AI governance has never been greater. Calvin Risk’s combination of academic and industry expertise positions them at the forefront of AI risk management We look forward to be working with Julian Riebartsch and Syang Zhou and their whole Calvin Risk team! Congrats to seed+speed's Isabelle Thierfelder on closing the deal! Isabelle Thierfelder Carsten Maschmeyer Daniel Steffen Isabell Gollmer Andreas de Greiff Marco Döring Petra Kurschat Stefanie Mercedes Kindt Maria von der Lieck

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🔍 Spotlight on Germany’s Most Active Seed Investors! 🚀 Discover the VCs driving innovation at the earliest stages in Germany: • HTGF | High-Tech Gründerfonds: Leading with 35 pre-seed and seed deals, focusing on software, medtech, and climate tech. Notable investments include Ineratec and Storybox. • Earlybird Venture Capital: With 22 deals, this pan-European fund targets enterprise software, fintech, sustainability, and deeptech. Key investments: Isar Aerospace and Greenlyte. • Robin Capital: Solo GP Robin Haak’s fund made 20 deals, investing in B2B SaaS startups across Europe, Israel, and the US. Highlighted investments: Glassflow and Atmio. • IBB Ventures: Berlin’s development bank, investing in healthcare, industrial technologies, and IT, secured 17 deals. Notable investments: Quantistry and Qdrant. Exciting times ahead for Germany’s startup ecosystem! 🌱🚀 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g9MvkZQw IBB Ventures Robin Capital Earlybird Venture Capital HTGF | High-Tech Gründerfonds #VentureCapital #Startups #Innovation #GermanyTech #SeedInvesting

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