News & Podcast
Stay up to date with the latest stories, deep-dives and interviews from the Munich startup ecosystem. From funding deals to founder portraits and tech trends.
Head to SXSW 2027 with Munich Startup
Munich Startup and Munich Business are offering eight startup packages for SXSW 2027 in Austin. Munich startups can apply for the delegation until November 30, 2026.
Qwello Secures up to €55 Million in Growth Capital
Munich-based charging infrastructure provider Qwello secures up to €55 million in growth financing from the ABN AMRO Sustainable Impact Fund and existing shareholders, including Tiger Infrastructure Partners.
Start Munich: Shaping Europe’s Next Generation of Founders
Start Munich turns Munich’s talent into doers and founders! On PITCH & PEOPLE, Start Munich President Niklas Drössler talks about the founder mindset, inspiration from Silicon Valley, and his grand vision.
Nvidia Plans Investments in Agile Robots and Avelios Medical
Two Munich startups are on Nvidia’s investment list: Agile Robots and Avelios Medical. As part of its European AI offensive, the US tech giant announced planned investments in both companies. Nvidia has not yet disclosed specific investment amounts.
Microagi: No Robots of Its Own, but 55 Million Dollars
Two former Formula 1 engineers aim to advance industrial robotics with AI, training data, and a vendor-independent platform.
Detect Wildfire Damage in 24 Hours: OroraTech & Iceye Join Forces
Munich-based New Space startup OroraTech and Finnish space company Iceye announce a partnership for global wildfire monitoring.
Vesoma: Munich Startup Develops Self-Learning Robots
Humanoid robots that learn from their own experience instead of imitating human movements: That’s what Munich startup Vesoma, founded in 2025, is working on. With self-learning AI, the team led by ex-DeepMind researcher Martin Riedmiller aims to develop robots for real-world deployment.
Munich Startup Recap 43/26
From digital comics and more support for female founders to robots in clinics: it was another busy week in the Munich startup scene. Plus, exciting insights into employee stock ownership, sustainable packaging, and an investment with world-record power. Enjoy!
GoCircular Munich: A Map for Munich’s Circular Economy
Where in Munich can you repair, borrow, or buy secondhand? GoCircular Munich brings together over 200 local options on a digital map.
Ahron: The Future of HR? Fewer Clicks, More People
An end to HR busywork: Munich startup Ahron relies on AI agents that don’t just assist recruiting, HR services, and payroll, but handle tasks autonomously. Co-founder Carl Hoffmann explains in an interview why the future of HR does not lie in yet another piece of software.
Big Wave Record Holder Sebastian Steudtner Invests in Regulate
Big wave surfer and world record holder Sebastian Steudtner is investing in Munich breathwork startup Regulate and contributing his extreme sports experience to the app.
Munich Startup Experts: How Startups Smartly Share Equity with Employees
How can startups offer employee equity while saving on taxes? Munich Startup expert Caroline Frohnwieser explains why profit participation rights are an alternative to ESOP and VSOP.
