Shortcut Ventures

Shortcut Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Hamburg, Germany, established in 2011. The company primarily invests in early-stage startups within the digital sector, focusing on areas such as internet, mobile, games, and social media. Managed by experienced entrepreneurs Dirk Freise, Martin Ostermayer, and Thorsten Rehling, Shortcut Ventures aims to support founders by providing not only financial investment but also valuable insights and expertise gained from their own entrepreneurial experiences. The firm's investment strategy emphasizes collaboration and knowledge sharing to foster the growth of its portfolio companies. Its main investor is KPN, a Dutch telecommunications corporation.

Dirk Freise

Co-Founder and Managing Director

Martin Ostermayer

Co-Founder and Managing Director

Thorsten Rehling

Managing Partner

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Stocard

Series B in 2018
Stocard GmbH is a technology company that specializes in developing rewards applications for mobile devices, including iPhone and Android. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Mannheim, Germany, with additional offices in Sydney, Rome, Amsterdam, and Paris, Stocard offers a mobile application that allows users to store and manage their reward cards in one place. The Stocard app also enables users to browse coupons and catalogs from their preferred retailers, effectively serving as a mobile wallet. With a mission to enhance the shopping experience for over 50 million users, Stocard aims to simplify how consumers earn and redeem rewards at their favorite stores. The platform has facilitated several billion transactions at the point of sale across various international markets, including North America and Australia.

Stocard

Series A in 2016
Stocard GmbH is a technology company that specializes in developing rewards applications for mobile devices, including iPhone and Android. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Mannheim, Germany, with additional offices in Sydney, Rome, Amsterdam, and Paris, Stocard offers a mobile application that allows users to store and manage their reward cards in one place. The Stocard app also enables users to browse coupons and catalogs from their preferred retailers, effectively serving as a mobile wallet. With a mission to enhance the shopping experience for over 50 million users, Stocard aims to simplify how consumers earn and redeem rewards at their favorite stores. The platform has facilitated several billion transactions at the point of sale across various international markets, including North America and Australia.

tado°

Series E in 2016
tado° GmbH is a Munich-based company that specializes in developing home climate control systems aimed at enhancing the efficiency of heating and cooling in residential and small business settings. Founded in 2010, tado° offers a combination of hardware and software solutions that intelligently adjust climate controls based on residents' behaviors, current weather conditions, and specific building characteristics. The company's products are available through various retail outlets and online platforms. With a focus on integrating Internet of Things technology into the Cleantech sector, tado° aims to provide innovative solutions for energy-efficient climate management. The company also has an office in London, expanding its reach in the market.

Stocard

Venture Round in 2016
Stocard GmbH is a technology company that specializes in developing rewards applications for mobile devices, including iPhone and Android. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Mannheim, Germany, with additional offices in Sydney, Rome, Amsterdam, and Paris, Stocard offers a mobile application that allows users to store and manage their reward cards in one place. The Stocard app also enables users to browse coupons and catalogs from their preferred retailers, effectively serving as a mobile wallet. With a mission to enhance the shopping experience for over 50 million users, Stocard aims to simplify how consumers earn and redeem rewards at their favorite stores. The platform has facilitated several billion transactions at the point of sale across various international markets, including North America and Australia.

tado°

Series D in 2015
tado° GmbH is a Munich-based company that specializes in developing home climate control systems aimed at enhancing the efficiency of heating and cooling in residential and small business settings. Founded in 2010, tado° offers a combination of hardware and software solutions that intelligently adjust climate controls based on residents' behaviors, current weather conditions, and specific building characteristics. The company's products are available through various retail outlets and online platforms. With a focus on integrating Internet of Things technology into the Cleantech sector, tado° aims to provide innovative solutions for energy-efficient climate management. The company also has an office in London, expanding its reach in the market.

ZenMate

Series A in 2014
ZenMate is a software solution that focuses on enhancing online security and privacy for its users. Launched in 2013 by ZenGuard, it provides an internet security platform that encrypts users' internet connections, ensuring their browsing activities remain private. ZenMate offers a device-agnostic interface that simplifies online security, making it accessible to a wide audience. The platform not only encrypts browser traffic but also conceals users' real locations and bypasses geographical restrictions. As a result, ZenMate enables individuals to enjoy a secure and unrestricted browsing experience while safeguarding their personal information.

tado°

Series C in 2014
tado° GmbH is a Munich-based company that specializes in developing home climate control systems aimed at enhancing the efficiency of heating and cooling in residential and small business settings. Founded in 2010, tado° offers a combination of hardware and software solutions that intelligently adjust climate controls based on residents' behaviors, current weather conditions, and specific building characteristics. The company's products are available through various retail outlets and online platforms. With a focus on integrating Internet of Things technology into the Cleantech sector, tado° aims to provide innovative solutions for energy-efficient climate management. The company also has an office in London, expanding its reach in the market.

Mediakraft Networks

Series B in 2014
Mediakraft Networks is an online television network in Europe. It offers programs about young people, entertainment, beauty, sports, and latest breaking news. Mediakraft Networks was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Cologne, Germany.

tado°

Series B in 2013
tado° GmbH is a Munich-based company that specializes in developing home climate control systems aimed at enhancing the efficiency of heating and cooling in residential and small business settings. Founded in 2010, tado° offers a combination of hardware and software solutions that intelligently adjust climate controls based on residents' behaviors, current weather conditions, and specific building characteristics. The company's products are available through various retail outlets and online platforms. With a focus on integrating Internet of Things technology into the Cleantech sector, tado° aims to provide innovative solutions for energy-efficient climate management. The company also has an office in London, expanding its reach in the market.

Mediakraft Networks

Seed Round in 2012
Mediakraft Networks is an online television network in Europe. It offers programs about young people, entertainment, beauty, sports, and latest breaking news. Mediakraft Networks was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Cologne, Germany.

tado°

Venture Round in 2012
tado° GmbH is a Munich-based company that specializes in developing home climate control systems aimed at enhancing the efficiency of heating and cooling in residential and small business settings. Founded in 2010, tado° offers a combination of hardware and software solutions that intelligently adjust climate controls based on residents' behaviors, current weather conditions, and specific building characteristics. The company's products are available through various retail outlets and online platforms. With a focus on integrating Internet of Things technology into the Cleantech sector, tado° aims to provide innovative solutions for energy-efficient climate management. The company also has an office in London, expanding its reach in the market.

SumUp

Series A in 2012
SumUp is a financial technology company focused on facilitating mobile payments for businesses. It offers a mobile point-of-sale (mPOS) solution that allows businesses to accept card payments easily, securely, and affordably. The company's unique end-to-end EMV card acceptance solution is built on proprietary hardware and mobile applications, enabling it to operate in 16 markets, including the United States, Brazil, and Germany. SumUp's card readers support various payment methods, including magstripe, chip, and contactless transactions, making them suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises. Additionally, the company provides a comprehensive suite of software development kits (SDKs) and application programming interfaces (APIs) for third-party integrations. In 2016, SumUp merged with payleven, enhancing its position as a leader in the mobile payment sector. The company has gained support from notable investors such as American Express and BBVA Ventures.

Yuilop

Series A in 2012
Yuilop is a mobile social communication company that blends multiple conversations from a variety of channels.

Upptalk

Series A in 2012
UppTalk (formerly Yuilop) is a cloud-based communications app that enables users to call, text, group chat, and share multimedia for free. It operates over Wifi, 3G, 4G and LTE. The app supports Android, iOS, Windows, and Kindle devices. It can be downloaded for free and used to contact anyone with a mobile or landline phone, including non-UppTalk users. Every user gets free credit upon signing up and they can earn more by inviting friends, watching videos, or checking out UppTalk’s available promotions. UppTalk was launched in December 2010 by Jochen Doppelhammer and is operated from Barcelona, Spain.
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