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📣 Google Consent Mode v2: Did you miss our recent webinar with Google on that topic? If you'd like to deepen your understanding of GCM v2 and learn how to implement it effectively, you can now watch the full video here (in German): https://lnkd.in/dceY4UnZ #consentmanager #webinar #google #googleconsentmodev2 #dataprotection #cookies

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Exclusive: German SaaS platform Wunder Mobility acquires rival goUrban taking the number of trips it handles to 50 million per year across 200 cities globally. GoUrban's investors and founders have sold 100% of their shares to Wunder Mobility for an undisclosed fee. Wunder Mobility is now the largest independent free-floating and station-based micromobility and car-sharing platform. The platform powers notable mobility brands like Forest, the fastest-growing e-bike sharing company in London, and GreenMobility A/S, the largest EV car-sharing firm in the Nordics, while GoUrban manages the bike-sharing scheme JOCO in New York City and others. “While Wunder Mobility was the leading tech platform for free-floating micromobility, GoUrban had invested more heavily into pre-booked and station-based use cases around systems combining cars and micromobility. Going forward, we can enable our clients to effortlessly expand into all these use cases,” the CEO and Founder Gunnar Froh told Zag Daily. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eaeqQerW

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After closing a Series A funding round, companies enter a pivotal phase where the right approaches significantly influence their journey toward Series B. In brutkasten, Jan Lozek and I recently shed light on the critical strategies companies should adopt after securing Series A funding. 👉🏻 Here are the more top priorities companies should focus on post-fundraise: 📈 Optimize cash flow:  Investors are particularly interested in startups that efficiently manage their cash flow, maximizing growth and revenue while keeping expenses in check. 💰 Show them the money: Show investors how exactly you are making money: real customers, real sales, economies of scale. In other words, show you have a plan and that the plan is working. To outline flexible sales models, and exchange various key parameters, will also be a win. 🚀 Partner up, big time: Leverage your existing networks instead of spending more capital. Corporates can be great partners at this stage and could vouch for your startup. Be it for accessing a market or for increasing your sales, it always pays off to have the right partners. What additional tips would you add for companies navigating this crucial transition? 💡 #SeriesA #Funding #StartupGrowth

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Great news! 🎉 Januar has been included in Sifted's Crypto & DeFi (2024) briefing - we've made the list of early-stage startups to watch! 🚀 Sifted is the leading media brand for the European startup community, backed by the Financial Times, and highly respected among EU tech investors. This recognition is a significant and we couldn't be prouder of the team's hard work and dedication. Check out the briefing and see the full list of promising startups in Sifted's Crypto & DeFi 2024 Briefing. Link in comments 👇 Thanks to Jonathan Sinclair and the Sifted Research Team for covering 🙌 #startup #crypto #defi #fintech #technews #Januar

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Camels instead of unicorns? 🐫 🦄 In a recent comment article with immobilienmanager, I shared insights on why I believe the #proptech comeback won't mirror the past "good old times." The green transformation in real estate is reshaping structures profoundly. To seize this vast potential, startups must embody qualities of camels, not unicorns. That means prioritizing endurance, cash efficiency, and profitability over skyrocketing valuations and high burn rates. Curious to learn more about the proptech camels approach and my personal perspectives on the evolving proptech landscape? Check out the full article [link in comments]. STYX David Zwilling Erik Walkling Inger Egeland-Helgøy Josep R. Novell LL.M.

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Great to see what Jan Thomas and his team at Startup Insider did with the new Investors Report 2024 for the DACH region! Anyone who wants to learn more about the German #venturecapital ecosystem and its investors, go get the report: https://lnkd.in/ehiVqmX6

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I have to confess that I have been nervous: Standing on this massive stage in front of an 11k people audience and speaking to no one less than Mateo Price, Chief Strategy Officer of MrBeast. 🤯 What a beast of an experience… 😉 During our interview on the OMR Conference stage this Tuesday, Mateo shared fascinating insights on how AI is transforming their creative process. My biggest three take aways: 1. Mateo outlined their creative process, spanning ideation, design, production, editing and localisation. AI tools are already being utilized broadly! 2. AI’s biggest benefit is saving time: As MrBeast reinvests every single dollar back into new video production, their main constraint is time. AI tools enable  them to work faster and more efficiently. 3. Their favourite AI tool is Aloud, Youtube's dubbing feature, and multi-language-audio: MrBeast's content is already available in 15 languages around the globe. And now the best news of the week: Soon, there will be a 16th language available – GERMAN! 🎉 This is a perfect example of what I believe: AI will significantly enhance creativity. 💪 At YouTube, we're thrilled to see how top content creators like MrBeast experiment with AI tools. At the same time, we at YouTube are committed to develop AI responsibly. This means carefully considering potential benefits while proactively assessing and addressing challenges and risks. We adhere to our principle-based approach and collaborate closely with industry partners. ➡️ What was your favourite talk at #OMR24?  Let me know in the comments! #OMR #AI #Creators #YouTube #CreativeAI

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🎙️ Listen in! Our Co-Founder Nico joins the Startup Insider Podcast to discuss: - The challenges PropTechs face in convincing the real estate sector to adopt SaaS solutions - The massive market opportunity in decarbonizing buildings - The technological hurdles in real estate and why AI is essential to overcoming them 🎧 Tune in to catch all the insights! 👀 #NetZero #RealEstate

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I was delighted to join as a mentor for the second time, engaging with a new round of entrepreneurs and mentors. The presentations and direct feedback are always insightful, but the true highlight for me is the networking break and the Q&A sessions with the founders afterward. These interactions not only enrich the event but also provide unique opportunities to address the founders' specific needs and foster deeper connections. #startup #mentoring

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📣 Three amazing #FinTech #Startups based in #Berlin made it to the finals of #StartupChamps, which will be part of the first international Fintech Festival: FIBE Berlin. 📣 Who they are and what they do? We asked, they answered. 💪 We are happy to introduce one of the three Berlin-based finalists: U Impact.   How was the idea for U Impact born? Covid made us rethink the true meaning of capital and realise the urgency of the funding gap in supporting sustainability. So our mission from day 1 of U Impact has always been to mobilise capital toward sustainability – the human-centric way.   What do you offer? At U Impact, we revolutionise investment engagement by enhancing inflows into sustainable funds through digital interactions. Utilizing gamification, behavioural science, and Generative AI, our platform empowers investors and serves as a dynamic tool for direct retail or wealth managers.   What makes U Impact unique? U Impact stands out by integrating a sophisticated "data translation layer" that harmonizes regulatory, ESG, and asset-level data, ensuring the highest quality and transparency in sustainable investment decisions. Combined with our use of gamification, behavioural science, and Generative AI, it not only empowers investors but also offers financial institutions a customizable white-label solution that enhances both fund inflow and client engagement.   Why is Berlin the place to be? Berlin's rebellious identity comes from its historical resilience, cultural dynamism, and social activism. This blend of attributes makes Berlin not just a city but a symbol of rebellion, creativity, and freedom. At U Impact, the rebellious spirit of Berlin resonates deeply within our core. We stand as challengers to the status quo, dedicated to rectifying financial inequality and championing a sustainable future through groundbreaking innovation. What has been your biggest F*up? Our biggest misstep occurred early in our journey, when we focused on targeting the world's largest financial institutions to find product-market fit. This approach wasn't the most efficient use of our time and resources for our initial market entry strategy.   What would you recommend to others who are considering founding a business? Don’t do it if you cannot NOT do it. Founding a business is challenging, so it's crucial to have a clear, meaningful reason for why you want to embark on this journey in the first place. Thank you for your answers Lesley Li, Co-Founder & CEO of U Impact. Stay tuned for the anwers of the two other finalists. #startupberlin #cityoffintech #fintech #startupchamps #fibe #womeninfintech

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🤓 Read up about how we are solving the big issue of crypto owners not being able to earn on their crypto & how banks and crypto platforms will be enabled to offer their customers a way to earn yields on their crypto - directly in their existing app. https://lnkd.in/eN2aV_S8

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Many thanks to the Google Cloud team hosting this panel at their Summit! Great discussion around the future of fintech and launching business in a regulated environment. Fintech is big (and back) - can only encourage entrepreneurs to launch their journey

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📢 The List of the 100 Family Offices in Germany For all startup founders in my network – here is something that can really help you. Sebastian Janus has put together an incredible list that will save you a lot of time and effort. It includes: ✅ Information about the Family Office ✅ Headquarters location ✅ Founder/Manager ✅ And much more… I know from my own experience how important such contacts are. This list is a real treasure. 📣 Startup founders, be sure to connect with Sebastian Janus. His knowledge in Financial, Private Equity, and Venture Capital is extremely valuable. Take the opportunity to learn from him and expand your network.

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🎉 Great #SuperVenture2024 in Berlin It was yet another great gathering of established and emerging VCs over 3 full days of conference and side events. I am looking forward to keeping in touch with everyone. #SuperVenture #VC #EBAN #emergingmanagers #angelinvesting #familyoffice #thefamilyofficeclub #tech #privateequity #innovation #entrepreneurs #founders #entrepreneurship #Monaco 

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🔥 🤝 New Partner @ Tela Network: Matthias Isler, Fractional CTO 🔹 "As an entrepreneur, your most valuable resource is often time." - Matthias Isler 📖 Read about Matthias Isler on Tela Blog: https://lnkd.in/d5bS_DGA 👉 Matthias Isler in one sentence: Matthias is a passionate technologist and entrepreneur with expertise in building cloud-based startups, and experience in business strategy, digital marketing, and managing high-performance remote teams across various industries. 🤝 Add Matthias Isler on LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/d5QMcVUR ☕️ Follow Tela Network on LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/dUEVryNw 💎 On Tela, every message pays you. Use Tela to reduce your inbox overload. 👉 You can sign up here: https://lnkd.in/d3gmiTzu 👋 Please consider sharing this post, and if you have any thoughts, let us know in the comments!

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🌍 Excited to connect with fellow innovators and explore scalable business models. See you there! InnovaticGroup. Create the Future Now innovaticgroup.com #BornGlobalAcademy #GlobalExpansion #Innovation #Technology #Entrepreneurship #Investment #Networking #InnovaticGroup #BusinessGrowth #SustainableInnovation #BusinessAngels #VentureCapital #LPs #GPs #Innovation #DigitalRransformation #Digitalization #Startup #Scaleup

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Our pre-OMR event is scheduled ✅ On May 6, we will kick off the intensive online marketing days in Hamburg with a get-together in our Remazing office. What’s on the agenda? ✔️ The latest AI trends ✔️ Updates from Amazon ✔️ Interesting discussions with other brands Plus: ✔️ The legendary Don Jaime tacos ✔️ And the Remazing drinks menu 👉🏻 How to join? If you represent a brand, comment below or DM me. Can’t wait to see you there! #remazing #event #amazon #amazonmarketing

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