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In this episode, Joe covers the GreenTech Monitor 2026's full data set; the AI-energy nexus and why data centers are now central to industrial competitiveness; Germany's hidden cluster geography (Aachen, Munich, Berlin, Hamburg, Dresden, Karlsruhe); the funding gap by round stage; the €500 billion infrastructure fund and €10 billion Deutschlandfonds; and what founders, investors, corporates, and p...

This episode analyzes the execution bottleneck in enterprise quantum computing. Mykola Myksymenko of Haiqu argues that the missing software stack, not just hardware maturity, determines whether current systems can produce useful outcomes. The conversation focuses on noise, middleware, hybrid workflows, and why early experimentation may matter strategically even before broad production utility exis...

Germany is building a layered innovation system that separates venture formation from ecosystem coordination. In this interview, Thomas Jarzombek outlines how DE Hubs connect startups, SMEs, researchers, and investors, while Startup Factories increase venture creation around universities. The conversation also addresses private-capital discipline, hidden-champion economics, and the role of AI in G...

This episode analyzes three structural signals shaping the DACH startup ecosystem in Q1 2026. First, startup capital is concentrating into fewer, more defensible companies. Second, Germany’s startup geography is specializing, with Munich and southern Germany gaining strength in defense, robotics, space, and industrial AI. Third, exits are returning selectively, favoring companies with category dom...

The March 2026 DACH startup news roundup covers the month's most significant funding rounds, acquisitions, IPO developments and ecosystem shifts across Germany, Austria and Switzerland — tracking the structural capital movements, sector dynamics and policy signals shaping the startup landscape heading into Q2 2026. The March 2026 DACH startup roundup covers major funding developments including the...

European retail is entering a margin war driven by global platform competitors. In this episode, Arber Sejdiji, CEO of Zenline AI, explains why the strategic battleground is not pricing or promotion, but assortment decision velocity. We cover why dashboards fail at catalog scale, how long-tail data exposes hidden margin loss, and why relationship mapping is now required to price and curate assortm...

What if the tools we use to test cancer drugs don’t behave like human tumors at all? That’s the question that pushed Ghazaleh Madani , CEO and co-founder of CanChips , to build one of the most compelling innovations in oncology today: tumor-on-a-chip platforms that replicate human tumor biology with unprecedented accuracy. In this episode, we explore how microfluidics, 3D co-cultures, endothelial...

In this episode, Steven Puri , CEO of The Sukha Company and former Hollywood VFX executive (Independence Day, Godzilla, Transformers Prime), shares the rituals, behavioral frameworks, and AI-powered systems he uses to help founders reach deep work in distraction-heavy environments. Steven’s journey from blockbuster sets to startup leadership reveals how flow state rituals can transform founder per...

Steven Puri , co-founder/CEO of Sukha , shares the flow state for startup founders playbook: body doubling, the coffee-shop effect, chronotype time-blocking, demo-first standups, and outcome-based leadership. You’ll learn how to beat the 22-minute context switching tax, design deep-work rituals for remote teams , and build a best-idea-wins culture that ships. 🚀 Meet Our Sponsor EXCLUSIVE NordVPN...

What if the key to Europe’s energy independence lies in the batteries of yesterday’s electric cars? This isn’t science fiction—it’s Voltfang’s reality. Today’s episode takes you inside the world of second-life EV batteries , where German climate tech startup Voltfang is repurposing used electric car batteries to stabilize power grids, decentralize energy systems, and replace coal-fired plants acro...

What if finance wasn’t a bottleneck but your secret growth weapon? Moss CEO Ante Spittler joins Startuprad.io to reveal how his Berlin fintech is helping over 5,000 SMEs automate spend, ditch spreadsheets, and scale smarter. What You'll Learn: How Moss raised €180M and scaled to process €5B+ annually The biggest finance automation challenges for European SMEs Lessons from layoffs and scaling a reg...

How do you build a startup that could change the way millions shop online — all before your 20th birthday? In this episode, Startuprad.io dives into the game-changing IDAN system with Julian Pfeiffer , founder of KeyOne , who started his company at just 15. From the football field at Eintracht Frankfurt to leading one of the most exciting fintech e-commerce innovations in the DACH region — Julian’...

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Link11 CEO Jens Philipp Jung joins Startuprad.io to reveal his blueprint for hypergrowth, cybersecurity dominance, and surviving massive DDoS attacks. 👉 Vanta automates security and compliance, save 1.000 US$ with us by signing up with this link: vanta.com/startupradio 🎯 Learn how to: • Scale a tech company without breaking it • Hire top talent & build winning culture • Defend against AI-pow...

Sponsor Section 👉 Vanta automates security and compliance, save 1.000 US$ with us by signing up with this link: vanta.com/startupradio Introduction Dive into the DACH region's startup scene! This episode covers the latest trends in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein, recorded with Chris Fahrenbach in New York City. Key Highlights Fintech Evolution: Coorsair's IDNow acquisition (€300...

🚀 Big news from the DACH startup world! Finn raises €1B for car subscriptions, Cherry Ventures launches a €500M AI fund, but Lilium faces insolvency. 👉 Vanta automates security and compliance, save 1.000 US$ with us by signing up with this link: vanta.com/startupradio   🤯 Finn raises €1 BILLION for car subscriptions! But is it all good news? Lilium crashes back to earth with its second ins...

Ever wondered how AI is changing the face of healthcare? Join us as we sit down with Elias, co-founder of Dianovi , a groundbreaking startup that's revolutionizing emergency rooms with their AI-powered decision support system. In this episode, we delve deep into the world of AI in healthcare, exploring how Dianovi's cutting-edge technology is helping ER physicians make faster, more accurate diagno...

Ever wondered what makes customers choose one product over another? It's not always about flashy features or marketing hype. It's about solving their problems and fulfilling their needs. In this episode of Startuprad.io, we delve into the fascinating world of Jobs to Be Done (JTBD) with the creator of the theory himself, Tony Ulwick. Tony Ulwick, the founder and CEO of Strategyn and a renowned inn...

Welcome to another exciting episode of Startuprad.io , the leading podcast covering the startup ecosystem in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. In this episode, we dive into the innovative world of interactive educational toys with Jennifer Rink , Co-Founder and CEO of Tapari . Tapari is transforming how children learn and play, introducing an innovative screen-free interactive playmat that combin...

Welcome to Startup News Roundup: December 2024 Highlights & Key Insights , where we dive deep into the vibrant world of startups across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. This episode delivers a comprehensive look at the latest developments, highlighting the most impactful stories, trends, and investments shaping the startup landscape. What’s Inside? Top News Stories: Black Forest Lab's Billio...

In this episode of Startuprad.io , we explore how AI tone-of-voice recognition is revolutionizing industries like education and startups. Our guest, Daniel Iglesias , CEO and Founder of Digi-Sapiens , shares insights into their groundbreaking technology that analyzes not just what is said but how it’s said. Revolutionizing Communication with AI What if your startup could decode emotional tones, im...

This November, the startup ecosystem in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (DACH region) is abuzz with critical updates that shape the future of technology, entrepreneurship, and innovation . Whether you're a founder, investor, or a startup enthusiast, this episode of Startuprad.io delivers everything you need to stay informed. Dive into the latest tech news , explore major funding milestones, and...

In this episode of Startuprad.io, we dive into the world of energy informatics with Dr. Niklas Panten, CEO and Co-Founder of Etalytics, a cutting-edge startup transforming how industries approach energy efficiency. Etalytics leverages AI-driven solutions to tackle rising energy costs, meet sustainability goals, and enhance operational efficiency for sectors like data centers, pharma, and automotiv...

Welcome to the October 2024 edition of "This Month in German, Swiss, and Austrian Startups," where we bring you essential insights into the GSA startup ecosystem. Join hosts Jörn “Joe” Menninger and Chris Fahrenbach as they unpack the month’s top stories, from groundbreaking funding rounds to unicorn achievements and major pivots in tech and innovation. Episode Highlights: 1. Lilium’s Financial St...

In this episode of Startuprad.io , host Jörn "Joe" Menninger speaks with Rafael Fietzek, Co-Founder and Managing Director at COMPREDICT, to explore the groundbreaking advancements in automotive technology. COMPREDICT is leading the charge with its revolutionary virtual sensor technology, powered by AI, that is set to transform the way vehicles operate. Key Takeaways: Virtual Sensors & AI Integ...