This Month in German, Swiss, and Austrian (GSA) Startups - May 2022

This Month in German, Swiss, and Austrian (GSA) Startups - May 2022

Author: joe@startuprad.io May 26, 2022 Duration: 29:55
We can proudly announce unicorn No 29 Taxfix, No 30 Onefootball and on the downside, RaisinDS loses its unicorn valuation. Really bad news for car sharing: BMW and Mercedes pull the plug on their joint venture. Our 2018 guest ProGlove is sold in a 500 m € deal (525 m US$) and Orderbird is sold in a 100 m € deal (105 m US$). Other unicorns are currently on the hunt for new capital and feel the heat of the current funding environment. Let's talk startups:

Trying to keep up with the fast-moving tech scene in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland can feel like a full-time job. That’s where Startup & Tech News from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland by Startuprad.io™ comes in. Host Joe Menninger cuts through the noise to bring you clear, concise updates in English, focusing on what actually matters across the DACH region. You’ll hear timely breakdowns of significant funding deals, analysis of emerging industry trends, and explanations of regulatory changes that could impact founders and investors. This podcast serves as your regular briefing, connecting the dots between major hubs like Berlin, Zurich, Munich, and Vienna without requiring you to scour dozens of local news sources. It’s designed for anyone with a professional or personal interest in European innovation who needs the key facts delivered efficiently. By tuning in, you get a direct line to the pulse of Central Europe's startup ecosystem, with context that turns headlines into actionable insight. The coverage is consistently relevant, ensuring you’re never caught off guard by the next big shift in the market.
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