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Tado secures 30 million from Panasonic
Japanese electronics conglomerate Panasonic is investing 30 million euros in Munich-based smart home specialist Tado. The goal of the partnership is to further develop software to optimize Panasonic heat pumps.

Tado appoints new CFO
Tado announces the appointment of Lukas Zyla as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and managing director. For the startup, this is another step on its path to becoming Europe’s market leader in home energy management solutions.

Workshops at the Munich Startup Festival
The 2nd Munich Startup Festival not only features keynotes and inspiring panel discussions, a pitching stage, and culinary delights. On July 17, participants can also look forward to several workshops at Backstage where they can tackle important startup topics with a practical approach.

Tado becomes electricity provider
Tado has been known for its smart thermostats so far. With them, the Munich startup helps its customers reduce their heating costs. Now Tado is taking the next step and becoming an electricity provider. Customers will now benefit on an hourly basis from low energy prices on the European electricity exchange.

New CEO at Tado
Tado, known for its smart thermostats, appoints Philip Beckmann as new CEO from mid-August. Beckmann, previously a member of the management board at E.ON Energie Deutschland, succeeds Toon Bouten, who is retiring due to age.

Tado expands funding round to 55 million euros
Just in January, Tado announced the completion of its Series H financing with 43 million euros. Now the startup, known for its smart thermostats, is increasing the round by an additional 12 million euros.

€43 million: Tado closes series H funding round
Tado, known for its smart thermostats, is closing another funding round: In its series H, the Munich-based startup is raising a total of €43 million. The company also announces its plan to become profitable by the end of 2023.