High-Tech Grunderfonds

High-Tech Gründerfonds Management GmbH, established in 2005 and based in Bonn, Germany, is a venture capital firm that specializes in early-stage investments in high-tech startups across various sectors, including information and communication technology, software, healthcare, and life sciences. The firm focuses on companies that are less than one year old and have a turnover of less than €10 million. High-Tech Gründerfonds typically invests between €0.5 million and €3 million, acquiring a minority stake of up to 25% in its portfolio companies. The firm often acts as the lead investor and provides follow-on financing, having facilitated over €2 billion in additional funding from external investors. With a commitment to nurturing innovation, it has supported the development of more than 500 startups and has successfully exited over 100 investments. The firm’s backing includes participation from various public and private entities, reflecting its role as a key player in the German startup ecosystem.

Marie Asano

Investment Manager

Michael Brandkamp Ph.D

Managing Director

Tobias Faupel

Principal

Bernd Georgen

Partner

Bernd Goergen

Partner

Gregor Haidl

Investor

Ansgar Kirchheim

Partner

Lena Krzyzak

Principal

Maurice Kügler

Investor

Klaus Lehmann

Partner

Kristin Müller

Investment Manager

Claudia Raber

Partner Relationship Management

Frank Reinecke

Partner

Romy Schnelle

Managing Director

Michael Strzyz

Investment Manager

Past deals in Central Europe

Hanko

Venture Round in 2023
Hanko GmbH designs and develops passwordless authentication security software. The company offers Hanko authentication that provides FIDO based infrastructure and authenticator device management API; Hanko authenticator application that offers authentication with fingerprint or through face recognition; Hanko FIDO server for on-premise deployments; and Hanko Identity that offers passwordless Identity-as-a-Service (IDaaS) solution. Hanko GmbH was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Kiel, Germany.

Nia Health

Seed Round in 2023
Nia Health is a medical software developer focused on supporting individuals with chronic skin conditions, particularly atopic dermatitis. Its primary product, the Nia eczema app, delivers personalized, clinically validated information aimed at alleviating the burden and stigma associated with these conditions. The platform is designed to empower parents of children with eczema by providing them with effective treatment options and enhancing their confidence in managing the disease. By addressing inefficiencies in the healthcare system, Nia Health's solutions aim to lower costs while improving access to necessary medical resources for patients.

DearEmployee

Seed Round in 2023
DearEmployee is the Workplace Mental Health Platform. As a corporate health start-up, we support employers in designing healthy and motivating working conditions for their employees in order to reduce mental stress and to increase employee productivity. Using the DearEmployee platform, companies can easily and digitally measure mental stress at the workplace in a scientific way, and subsequently sign up to tailored health and HR measures. The solution also meets the legal requirements for mental health risk assessment in Germany.

akirolabs

Venture Round in 2022
Akirolabs is a web development procurement management solution. They offer services that include frameworks, augmented market capabilities, and knowledge repository solutions.

GS Bavaria

Seed Round in 2022
GS Bavaria is a manufacturer of industrial-scale nano-sized carbide powders. The production of the nanomaterials is extremely cost-efficient, sustainable and with minimal energy consumption due to the revolutionary bioleaching extraction process for tungsten, tungsten carbide and other metals.

Syte

Seed Round in 2022
Syte is an artificial intelligence engine that helps real estate developers in their search for sites. The company was founded in 2021 and is based in Münster, Germany.

Doinstruct

Seed Round in 2022
Doinstruct is a digital-based company with video functionality created for industry personnel onboarding and training. With the use of the company's platform, businesses can train their staff members and service providers via smartphones, throughout supply chains, and from any place, allowing all front-line personnel to participate in training at their convenience.

Emproof

Seed Round in 2022
Emproof provides security solutions for embedded systems that address multiple layers of the software security stack. Emproof was founded in 2017 and was headquartered in Bochum, Germany.

DeepSkill

Pre Seed Round in 2022
DeepSkill is an educational platform focused on digital coaching programs designed to enhance personal and professional development. By leveraging a modular learning system and intelligent algorithms, DeepSkill creates tailored learning experiences in areas such as leadership, transformation, and work-life balance. The platform integrates e-learning with digital coaching, allowing participants to engage in customized workshops and programs that align with their individual goals and preferences. DeepSkill aims to digitalize the entire coaching journey, making sustainable coaching accessible to a broader audience through the use of machine learning.

eeden

Seed Round in 2022
Eeden is a recycling technology company focused on promoting circular textiles through an innovative green chemistry process. By extracting cellulose and polyester from polycotton blends, Eeden facilitates the production of lyocell or viscose, contributing to the sustainable recycling of clothing. The company's methods aim to repurpose textile waste into new products, thereby advancing the apparel industry's shift towards circularity. Eeden's approach not only helps reduce dependence on virgin resources but also minimizes textile waste, aligning with global environmental regulations. This enables clients to effectively implement circular economy principles within the fashion sector.

IO-Dynamics

Seed Round in 2022
Fleet- and energymanagement software by integrating vehicle, company and weather data.

Invasight

Seed Round in 2022
Invasight is a clinical biotech company that focused on revolutionizing cell invasion research. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.

Certivity

Seed Round in 2022
Certivity RegTech Software solution makes regulatory management smarter, more transparent, more efficient, and way cheaper.

Code Intelligence

Series A in 2022
Code Intelligence GmbH, founded in 2017 and based in Bonn, Germany, specializes in developing security software aimed at enhancing the reliability and security of software applications. The company offers modern security testing solutions utilizing coverage-based fuzzing techniques, which enable automated vulnerability detection and error checking with minimal expert intervention. Its products are designed for use by software developers, quality managers, and IT security firms, facilitating a continuous testing infrastructure that integrates the latest advancements in software testing technology. Code Intelligence serves prominent global clients, including Bosch, Deutsche Börse Group, and Deutsche Telekom, helping them ensure the security and robustness of their software systems.

Noscendo

Venture Round in 2022
Noscendo GmbH is a diagnostics company based in Duisburg, Germany, specializing in bioinformatics solutions for identifying and assessing pathogens associated with bloodstream infections. Their diagnostic procedures utilize Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) technology, enabling intensive care clinicians to detect bacteria, fungi, viruses, and parasites present in patients' blood. Noscendo employs proprietary algorithms to evaluate the significance of each identified pathogen, thereby enhancing the accuracy and effectiveness of infection management in clinical settings.

7Learnings

Seed Round in 2022
7Learnings provides a software service to help e-commerce companies optimize their prices. Thanks to our algorithm, online retailers can save up to 10% of discounts while achieving the same revenue. This works by identifying and eliminating unnecessary discounts. At the same time, more discounts will be channeled into products with higher price elasticity. Our software also enables smaller pricing teams to use advanced retail pricing methods with our easy to use front-end.

Graswald

Seed Round in 2022
Graswald engages in the creation of natural and digital 3D worlds for the entertainment industry. The company offers nature models and 3D vegetation that can be used in virtual worlds. A variety of variant groupings are available in Graswald to produce photoreal ecosystems in various variants.

Tubulis

Series B in 2022
Tubulis GmbH, founded in 2019 and based in Munich, Germany, focuses on the research, design, and development of protein-drug conjugates by integrating proprietary technologies with disease-specific biology. The company aims to transform the therapeutic landscape by creating innovative antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) that enhance treatment outcomes for patients. Tubulis is dedicated to identifying new protein-drug combinations for various therapeutic applications, thereby expanding the potential of ADCs in addressing unmet medical needs.

Tangany

Seed Round in 2022
Tangany GmbH specializes in developing blockchain infrastructure solutions tailored for businesses. Founded in 2019 and based in Munich, Germany, the company provides Wallet as a Service, allowing clients to seamlessly integrate blockchain technology into both legacy and new systems via API. This service includes an offline custody wallet that ensures secure storage of cryptocurrencies. Tangany’s offerings support various sectors, including finance, real estate, energy, loyalty, gaming, and government, by facilitating asset tokenization and cryptocurrency management. The platform is designed to simplify blockchain adoption, providing the ability to create and manage private keys securely in a certified environment while enabling transaction signing and sending through multiple blockchain connectors.

Ebenbuild

Seed Round in 2022
Ebenbuild’s provides patients suffering from Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) with individually tailored accurate mechanical ventilation settings to improve their odds of survival and recovery.

Valispace

Seed Round in 2022
Valispace is a browser-based software platform designed to enhance productivity in the development of complex hardware such as robots, drones, satellites, and rockets. Founded in 2016, the company provides a collaborative environment for engineers to manage dynamic engineering data, offering a single source of truth that integrates various software tools. Valispace facilitates technical change management by automatically propagating updates through documentation and simulations. Its features include full traceability, streamlined collaboration, and efficient management of test procedures and engineering values, ultimately enabling clients to reduce development time, improve quality, and lower costs across their projects. The company is headquartered in Bremen, Germany.
Industrial Technology & Witchcraft is a game development company focused on creating entertaining experiences for personal computer and console users. Their offerings include core games that utilize voxel and pixel graphics, accompanied by engaging soundtracks. The company aims to enhance leisure time for players through diverse gaming experiences, showcasing a commitment to both innovative design and immersive audio.

Neural Concept

Series A in 2022
Neural Concept is a software company that employs deep learning algorithms to transform the industrial engineering process. This allows companies to focus on core strategic design choices, speed up R&D cycles, and reduce computational costs. The company was established in 2018 and is based in Lausanne, Switzerland.

natif.ai

Seed Round in 2022
natif.ai is a deep-tech start-up that educates machines to solve a growing global demand of cognitive document analysis. Natif.ai provides a fast and efficient way to productively bring artificial intelligence into the economy. It was founded by a German-French team and is an official spin-off of the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI).

Sunvigo

Venture Round in 2022
Sunvigo provides you with cheap solar power from your roof and real green power from the grid.

Instagrid

Series B in 2022
Instagrid GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Stuttgart, Germany, specializes in the manufacture of portable battery storage solutions. The company develops software-defined battery systems designed to provide advanced portable power supplies. Its products cater to various sectors, including construction, event technology, professional landscaping, garden and tree care, and public services, addressing the need for reliable and efficient power sources in diverse applications.

Lindis Blood Care

Venture Round in 2022
Lindis Blood Care´s mission is to optimise the outcome of cancer surgeries by developing a Medical Device to remove cancer cells from blood during cancer surgeries to enable Autologous Blood Transfusion.

Senodis

Seed Round in 2022
Senodis Technologies GmbH, founded in 2019 and headquartered in Dresden, Germany, specializes in marking solutions for hot-formed metal components, enabling continuous identification and comprehensive digital tracking and tracing. The company offers a robust marking solution based on ceramic phosphors, alongside Ceracode marking, which serves as a digital fingerprint for metal components. Additionally, Senodis provides labeling solutions to enhance identification processes. Through its expertise and collaboration at the intersection of materials research, optical sensors, and digital data analysis, Senodis aims to facilitate the digital transformation of industrial production by implementing innovative solutions tailored to specific applications.

HQS Quantum Simulations

Seed Round in 2022
HQS Quantum Simulations GmbH, founded in 2017 and located in Karlsruhe, Germany, focuses on developing quantum algorithms to predict molecular properties for industries such as performance materials, specialty chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. The traditional development of these products involves a lengthy and costly process, requiring numerous synthesis, formulation, and testing steps to achieve desired specifications. While simulations can significantly reduce time-to-market and R&D costs, they often fall short in efficiency or capability for complex problems. By leveraging quantum computing, HQS Quantum Simulations aims to enhance the predictive power of simulations, thereby addressing current limitations in the chemical and pharmaceutical sectors.

INERATEC

Series A in 2022
Provider of sustainable e-fuels and synthetic chemical products intended to replace fossil crude oil. The company specializes in producing renewable hydrogen and greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide and hydrogen which are then converted into e-kerosene, carbon dioxide-neutral diesel, synthetic waxes, or methanol, enabling chemical plant operators to run their entire chemical plants using synthetic fuels using climate-neutral energy with reduced chemical waste and more climate protection.

MetisMotion

Seed Round in 2022
MetisMotion GmbH develops actuators. The company offers lightweight force optimized actuators for robotics, aviation, vehicle, and safety applications. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Munich, Germany.

Ceregate

Series A in 2022
CereGate GmbH, founded in 2019 and headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, with an additional office in San Diego, California, focuses on developing innovative brain-machine interface technology. The company's software platform enhances the programming of neuromodulation systems, including implants placed in the brain or spinal cord. This technology aims to support patients with neurological disorders or sensory deficits by enabling novel therapeutic approaches and improving their ability to adapt and manage their conditions independently. CereGate's advancements pave the way for new communication methods and therapeutic options, contributing to significant improvements in patient outcomes.

Banxware

Seed Round in 2022
Banxware is a Berlin-based software provider specializing in embedded financial technologies that enable companies to offer financial services to their customers. Founded in 2020 by Miriam Wohlfarth, Jens Röhrborn, and Fabian Heiß, Banxware's lending-as-a-service platform allows digital platforms, marketplaces, and payment service providers to offer loans to their merchants using transaction data. The company's first product is an instant business lending solution, which streamlines the onboarding, verification, credit decision, and payout processes, completing them in under 15 minutes. Banxware's platform incorporates essential features such as KYC and AML checks, credit scoring, risk management, loan origination, and collection, facilitating a comprehensive approach to financial services. By leveraging Banxware’s white-label software, businesses can enhance their offerings while benefiting from the expertise of its founders.

casavi

Series B in 2021
casavi GmbH is a Munich-based company that operates a digital customer engagement platform specifically designed for property management and residential real estate companies. The platform serves as a customer communication and service portal, enabling these organizations to interact with their clients more effectively and efficiently. By leveraging various digital channels, including mobile, web, and email, casavi facilitates both inbound and outbound communication, acting as a virtual front desk. The solution integrates seamlessly with existing enterprise resource planning (ERP) and customer relationship management (CRM) systems, enhancing workflows and synchronizing data to improve overall customer service.

Blickfeld

Series A in 2021
Blickfeld GmbH manufactures light detection and ranging (LiDAR) sensors. Its product helps to survey near-infrared light to detect the shape of objects, allowing autonomous vehicles to see, and analyze the world around them. The company also develops object detection and mapping software which measures the data provided by the sensors and helps in city planning, connected mobility, real-time mapping, and usage pattern analysis. The company caters to automotive, transportation, industrial, and robotics sectors. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Munich, Germany.

Emergence Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
Emergence Therapeutics AG develops novel antibody drug conjugate (ADC) immuno-therapeutics to treat high need cancers. The company was incorporated in 2019 and is based in Duisburg, Germany.

Kiutra

Venture Round in 2021
Kiutra GmbH, established in 2018 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in manufacturing refrigeration solutions that utilize innovative magnetic cooling technology. This technology enables cryogen-free cooling services, achieving sub-kelvin temperatures essential for various applications, including basic research, material science, quantum technology, and advanced electronics. As a spin-off from the Technical University of Munich, kiutra benefits from a strong foundation in low-temperature physics and cryo-engineering, with a team that collectively possesses over 50 years of experience in the field. The company is currently supported by the "EXIST Transfer of Research" initiative, a program of the German Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Energy, aimed at fostering research-based startups. Kiutra's all-electrical cooling devices combine magnetic refrigeration and closed-cycle pre-cooling, making them accessible and efficient for research and industrial purposes that require cryogenic temperatures.

Innerspace

Venture Round in 2021
Innerspace GmbH, founded in 2017 and based in Wattens, Austria, specializes in developing virtual reality (VR) training solutions tailored for the life science industry, particularly for cleanroom operators. The company's innovative approach, known as DeepTraining, leverages psychological principles to enhance the training experience, allowing employees to practice critical tasks in a simulated environment. This method helps deepen their understanding of production processes and refine their behavior patterns in high-stakes settings. Innerspace also provides a Training Management System (TMS) for effective enterprise-wide distribution of its training modules, along with the necessary VR hardware. By decoupling training from physical equipment, Innerspace aims to minimize errors in pharmaceutical operations, reduce training costs, and improve risk assessment, making its solutions highly beneficial for international pharmaceutical companies.

Operaize

Seed Round in 2021
Operaize GmbH, based in Cologne, Germany, specializes in developing an artificial intelligence platform known as Cognitive Operations, which is designed to enhance production planning for manufacturing clients. This cloud-based platform integrates seamlessly with existing planning landscapes through APIs or specialized SAP integration, addressing various planning challenges. Cognitive Operations efficiently collects and restructures planning and master data from current ERP and planning systems, allowing it to generate optimal production plans within seconds based on predefined conditions and objectives. Additionally, the platform supports clients in identifying potential faults, risks, and failures in their operations, enabling them to devise effective strategies to mitigate these issues and improve overall efficiency in the industrial value chain.

Nebula Biocides

Seed Round in 2021
Nebula Biocides specializes in the development of innovative disinfection solutions aimed at effectively combating persistent bacterial spores and resistant viruses. The company focuses on creating application-oriented disinfection products that provide reliable protection against infections in various settings. Their offerings include advanced disinfection systems and devices designed to ensure comprehensive microbial control, addressing the challenges posed by stubborn pathogens. Through these solutions, Nebula Biocides aims to enhance health safety for users by delivering effective disinfection that can be utilized in diverse environments.

anybill

Seed Round in 2021
We provide technology and infrastructure to create smart added value for the connected POS of the future. anybill develops technology and software solutions based on the digital receipt to establish a contemporary and environmentally friendly alternative for receipt issuance. The aim is to use the receipt as the first digital touchpoint to the customer in stationary retail and to offer further smart and interactive added values. The anybill services can be integrated as white label modules into merchant apps, banking apps or used as a stand-alone solution.

Abalos Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
The company intends to use the funds to advance its arenavirus-based lead candidates towards clinical testing. They will develop the initial product candidates using its proprietary Fast Evolution platform, which will generate virus strains with optimized anti-tumoral properties. These candidates will be selected based on their ability to re-program the immune system to specifically and efficiently eliminate the malignant tumor tissue.

Computomics GmbH

Venture Round in 2021
Computomics is a team of world-leading experts in plant research and bioinformatics, offering next-generation sequencing (NGS) analyses for agriculture biotech companies and crop scientists. Whether you are concerned with crop improvement, seed production or plant protection, Computomics helps navigate the complexities of grain, vegetable, fruit and other genomes. Our advanced bioinformatics services provide our customers with quality NGS data interpretation from state-of-the-art genomics tools and technologies. Let us help you achieve your research goals.

FlyNex

Venture Round in 2021
FlyNex GmbH is a Hamburg-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing automated software solutions for industrial drone operations. The company's software facilitates the integration of unmanned aerial systems by connecting pilots, businesses, and regulatory authorities. FlyNex offers a comprehensive platform that supports various aspects of drone-related workflows, including planning, execution, and analytics. By enabling collaboration both within and between companies, FlyNex helps clients reduce operational costs and improve service quality, ultimately increasing their revenue through a data-driven approach. The software is designed to simplify air control and UAV management, allowing businesses to utilize drones effectively without requiring extensive technological or legal expertise.

FinMarie

Seed Round in 2021
FinMarie is an online financial platform for women for women in Germany. The firm supports clients with financial and wealth management projects and helps them find solutions appropriate for their personal situation.

Workpath

Series A in 2021
Workpath is the leading enterprise software provider enabling organizations to execute their strategies fast, flexible and effective in an increasingly dynamic and complex world. With simple and intuitive workflow tools Workpath engages all employees in the strategy and execution process. Its comprehensive analytics suite empowers executives to make better decisions on when to adapt focus, budgets or structures as early as possible.

Coinpanion

Seed Round in 2021
Coinpanion is the digital crypto manager of the future for crypto assets such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. It enables you to benefit from the crypto market without any prior knowledge by creating portfolios of carefully pre-selected cryptocurrencies and managing them with Coinpanion's unique automated trading algorithm.

Cardior Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2021
Cardior Pharmaceuticals GmbH is a biotechnology company based in Hanover, Germany, established in 2016. The company specializes in the development of non-coding RNA-based therapeutics aimed at treating and preventing heart disease, which is the leading cause of death in the western world. Its primary focus is on CDR-132X, an oligonucleotide-based inhibitor designed to target a critical microRNA that regulates harmful changes in the heart resulting from stress or injury. Cardior Pharmaceuticals is positioned as a planned academic spin-off, emphasizing innovative approaches to address significant cardiovascular health challenges.

FarmInsect

Seed Round in 2021
FarmInsect GmbH, founded in 2019 and located in Bergkirchen, Germany, specializes in automated insect breeding systems designed to support sustainable animal husbandry. The company’s innovative machine and IoT technology facilitate local insect fattening, allowing farmers to produce insect larvae that serve as protein-rich feed for chickens, pigs, and fish. By utilizing organic residues to generate larvae, FarmInsect helps reduce reliance on imported soy and fishmeal, enabling farmers to consistently obtain young larvae on a weekly basis. This approach not only enhances efficiency in animal feed production but also promotes regional insect breeding, contributing to the overall sustainability of farming practices.

Sunvigo

Venture Round in 2021
Sunvigo provides you with cheap solar power from your roof and real green power from the grid.

Urban Ground

Series A in 2021
End to end digital lettings services fostering Tenancy as a Service

emax Digital

Seed Round in 2021
Developer of software as a service (SaaS) based analytics and reporting platform designed for brand manufacturers and agencies. The company's platform helps in auditing product portfolios, analyzing marketplaces, and making faster investment decisions in vendor-central, seller-central, and demand-side platforms (DSP), enabling brands and advertising companies to optimize their appearance at the digital point of sale and increase sales.

Alentis Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
Alentis Therapeutics AG is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Basel, Switzerland, focused on developing novel treatments for advanced liver diseases. Founded in 2019, the company aims to address conditions such as liver fibrosis, cirrhosis, and liver cancer, particularly targeting Claudin-1 positive tumors and organ fibrosis. Alentis employs a research platform that utilizes clinically relevant readouts and single-cell RNA sequencing of patient liver tissues, enabling the development of effective therapies to combat fibrosis and reverse the progression of these diseases. Through its innovative approach, Alentis Therapeutics seeks to improve outcomes for patients suffering from severe liver-related health issues.

Dimpora

Seed Round in 2021
Dimpora AG, based in Zürich, Switzerland, specializes in the design and manufacture of eco-friendly waterproof membranes for the outdoor textile industry. The company produces functional membranes that are primarily composed of polyurethane and utilize a unique template removal method to achieve breathability while maintaining water resistance. Dimpora's innovative technology allows for the direct application of membranes onto various 3D surfaces, enabling fast sweat transport and complete protection from rain. Committed to sustainability, Dimpora aims to develop next-generation high-performance membranes that enhance outdoor experiences without compromising environmental integrity. The company focuses on creating products that not only perform well but also prioritize the use of recyclable materials, aligning with its vision of promoting responsible enjoyment of nature.

Qnami

Series A in 2021
Qnami AG manufactures non-invasive sensors. Its products include ProteusQ, non-invasive magnetic imaging microscope; and Quantum Diamond, which includes Quantilevers MX, diamond probes containing a single NV for high resolution magnetic imaging, and NV diamond membranes, ready-to-use diamond with NV centers. Its applications are multiferroic antiferromagnet, antiferromagnetic ram, microwave imaging, magnetic nanomemories, and superconductivity. Qnami AG was founded in 2017 and is based in Basel, Switzerland.

MetisMotion

Seed Round in 2021
MetisMotion GmbH develops actuators. The company offers lightweight force optimized actuators for robotics, aviation, vehicle, and safety applications. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Munich, Germany.

sewts

Seed Round in 2021
sewts GmbH, founded in 2019 and located in Munich, Germany, specializes in automation technology focused on the processing of easily deformable materials, particularly textiles. The company collaborates with the Technical University of Munich to create finite element (FE) simulations that accurately replicate textile behavior. Its flagship product, Velum, is an AI-driven technology that analyzes textiles and converts insights into robotic commands. This innovative solution supports real-time motion and trajectory planning, enabling efficient control of industrial robots and coordination among multiple robots. sewts' technology streamlines complex manual processes in industrial settings, such as laundries and garment manufacturing, while promoting sustainability and innovation in production methods. The company is supported by several investors, including APEX Ventures and Bayern Kapital, which underscores its commitment to advancing the robotics and textile industries.

PreComb

Seed Round in 2021
PreComb is a technology company focused on enhancing cancer treatment outcomes through innovative solutions tailored for difficult-to-treat cancers. The company has developed a 3D drug testing technology that utilizes automated microtumor-based profiling for in vitro cancer diagnosis. This technology enables clinical institutions to conduct on-site evaluations, allowing for the functional assessment of various cancer drugs, combinations, and concentrations using patient-derived micro-tumors. By optimizing the selection of therapies, PreComb aims to improve success rates in cancer treatment and ultimately enhance the quality of life for patients.

Relio

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Relio is the digital Swiss bank account for SMEs worldwide, built on proprietary compliance automation.

Reactive Robotics

Venture Round in 2021
Reactive Robotics was founded as a GmbH in Munich, Germany, in April 2015. Their team has a combined 12 years of rehabilitation robotics research, vast startup experience and a large clinical network to bring this device to life. They are proud to feature an excellent array of supporters that provide advice on every level required for the successful start-up of a medical technology company. Confirmed advisors provide access to patients, support them in engineering, on legal issues and when dealing with the details of registering a medical device with the authorities.

Adtriba

Venture Round in 2021
Adtriba allows businesses to track, control and optimize their customer’s journeys, offsite and onsite, through AI and user journey analysis. Adtriba integrates user journey data across all channels - including TV ads and offline marketing campaigns - and applies machine learning to all user journey events. The results are optimization suggestions and actionable insights, allowing for cross-channel optimization of marketing ROI.

DRACOON GmbH

Series D in 2021
Every company faces the challenge of storing, managing and sharing data digitally and securely. With our highly secure and platform-independent enterprise file service, we offer our customers maximum flexibility - and at the same time a 100% GDPR-compliant solution. This gives the world back its sovereignty over its data. Our solution DRACOON is the market leader in the field of enterprise filesharing in the German-speaking area. We live, act and develop according to the principle "Privacy by Design". Our service has already been named as a "Leader" by independent top analysts such as ISG. But also various certificates and seals such as ISO27001 and EuroPriSe rattest DRACOON’s highest security standards. With our service we integrate ourselves deeply into the company processes and thus deliver a maximum protected cocoon for your data - and every connected application. These companies already trust DRACOON: KfW, Rossmann, Helios Kliniken, Rödl & Partner, ElringKlinger, EbnerStolz, DATEV, Nürnberger Versicherung, Thyssen Steel, Deutsche Telekom, Hutchison, Bechtle and many more.

Sdui

Series A in 2021
Sdui GmbH, founded in 2017 and based in Koblenz, Germany, offers a digital platform designed to enhance communication within educational institutions. The platform simplifies interactions between teachers, parents, and students by providing features such as messaging, class schedules, parent letters, and room bookings. By digitizing essential processes, Sdui aims to reduce administrative burdens and improve organizational efficiency in schools. Over a short period, the company has gained traction in the educational market, reaching hundreds of institutions and establishing a strong reputation for its user-friendly solutions.

Actitrexx

Series A in 2021
Developer of a cell therapy technology designed for the treatment of patients after a stem cell transplant to prevent rejection reactions. The company's technology focuses on the development of clinical testing of cell therapeutics for the suppression of transplant rejection and autoimmunity and the portfolio of cell therapy, enabling patients to prevent the fatal consequences of rejection, significantly improving their quality of life, and also opening up to many therapy options.

Neural Concept

Seed Round in 2021
Neural Concept is a software company that employs deep learning algorithms to transform the industrial engineering process. This allows companies to focus on core strategic design choices, speed up R&D cycles, and reduce computational costs. The company was established in 2018 and is based in Lausanne, Switzerland.

GeneQuine Biotherapeutics

Series A in 2021
GeneQuine Biotherapeutics designs and develops gene therapies for its clients. The therapies developed by the company aim to treat osteoarthritis. Its product portfolio consists of GQ-201, GQ-202, and GQ-203. GeneQuine Biotherapeutics was founded in 2011 by Stanislav Plutizki and Kilian Guse.

Banxware

Seed Round in 2021
Banxware is a Berlin-based software provider specializing in embedded financial technologies that enable companies to offer financial services to their customers. Founded in 2020 by Miriam Wohlfarth, Jens Röhrborn, and Fabian Heiß, Banxware's lending-as-a-service platform allows digital platforms, marketplaces, and payment service providers to offer loans to their merchants using transaction data. The company's first product is an instant business lending solution, which streamlines the onboarding, verification, credit decision, and payout processes, completing them in under 15 minutes. Banxware's platform incorporates essential features such as KYC and AML checks, credit scoring, risk management, loan origination, and collection, facilitating a comprehensive approach to financial services. By leveraging Banxware’s white-label software, businesses can enhance their offerings while benefiting from the expertise of its founders.

MATCHBASE

Pre Seed Round in 2021
At Matchbase we are building the world’s first on-demand teamsports club. Our members can play teamsport when they want together with great people on the most beautiful venues. We believe that teamsport should be easy. That’s why starting with football our mission is to make all popular teamsport as easy as going to the gym.

Sunvigo

Seed Round in 2021
Sunvigo provides you with cheap solar power from your roof and real green power from the grid.

Etvas

Seed Round in 2021
Etvas GmbH operates an online marketplace based in Hamburg, Germany, that focuses on enhancing customer engagement through value-added services. The platform connects service providers with businesses, such as banks, insurers, and e-tailers, seeking to enrich their customer offerings. By utilizing cloud-based APIs and machine learning, Etvas enables businesses to optimize customer touchpoints, enhancing monetization and improving customer retention while minimizing churn. The company's mission is to foster diversity and empathy in customer interactions, ultimately driving better service delivery and satisfaction.

Filestage

Series A in 2021
Filestage GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Stuttgart, Germany, offers a web application designed to facilitate the review and approval of media content, including videos, designs, and documents. The platform enables users to share files with clients and colleagues, gather visual feedback, and manage the approval process without requiring reviewers to sign up. Filestage streamlines communication by allowing users to annotate comments directly within the files, thus eliminating the inefficiencies of email exchanges. The application includes features for tracking review statuses, managing revisions, and automating to-do lists, making it particularly useful for advertising agencies, video production studios, designers, consulting firms, and brands globally.

DcubeD

Venture Round in 2021
DCUBED develops and sells innovative actuators and deployable structures for the rapidly growing space market.

Lignopure GmbH

Seed Round in 2021
In Lignopure we produce natural degradable biopolymers from non-food sources. Our Lignopure product is the best-of-its-kind lignin, with proven non cytotoxicity and added functionality. No other lignin in the market can offer the safety of Lignopure and the tailored properties achieved through our protected technology. From the raw material production, we are able to deliver tailored lignin for different applications; these include particles for cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and food supplements. Additionally, our biobased prototypes include insulating materials, biobased polyurethane foams, aerogels and filaments for 3D printing.

talpasolutions

Series A in 2020
talpasolutions a predictive SaaS analytics provider for the mining industry that helps companies optimize machine performance, reduce breakdowns, and improve safety by making data more understandable. talpasolutions makes it possible for operators and machine manufacturers in heavy industry to use machine data that would have otherwise been lost. talpasolutions concentrates on building visualization and analysis applications for the industrial internet. In the first step, large amounts of data from the machines are recorded. Comprehendable visualizations allow for different stakeholders to understand relationships based on sensor data and contextual data and to react to critical information, which would otherwise have been buried in the data transfer. In the second step the newest predictive models are applied to eliminate events such as errors and the breakdown of machines critical to the process. This increases not only the availability but also the workload of the machines. talpasolutions has built a network out of industry partners to develop solutions that stretch across various sectors and unify industry experience, data science, and workflow connectivity. Using predictive instructions our platform recognizes problems before they occur and supports users with workflow-based processes. Our applications make it possible to collect performance data from machines in order to recommend optimal fleet combinations for respective scenarios to customers. This leads to more operating hours, higher efficiency, and an improved lifetime value of the machines.

Gilytics

Seed Round in 2020
Gilytics AG specializes in advanced computing and 3D visualization technology for the complex planning of transportation and energy infrastructures. Founded in 2017 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, the company offers an interactive software package that aids in the management and planning of distributed energy and linear infrastructures. Its solutions cater to various sectors, including transportation networks, oil and gas pipelines, wind and solar energy projects, and utilities. Gilytics' software enhances the planning process by providing automated services for identifying optimal routes for new transmission lines, while also facilitating improved interactions with authorities and communities through its visualization capabilities.

Taxdoo

Series A in 2020
Taxdoo is a startup that bills itself as a compliance platform for the digital economy. Its platform collects relevant data from marketplaces, online shops, and ERP systems on a daily basis and processes it in line with international VAT regulations, respective of financial authorities through an international network of VAT experts, which can then be transferred into financial accounting systems. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Hamburg, Germany.

Mediaire

Seed Round in 2020
Mediaire GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in developing software solutions for medical imaging in the field of radiology. The company's flagship application, md.Brain, provides quantitative brain volumetry reports aimed at early detection of senile dementia and the automated measurement of medullary lesions associated with multiple sclerosis. By utilizing artificial intelligence, Mediaire enhances the workflow of radiologists through efficient image analysis, delivering precise examination results and diagnostic suggestions. This software is locally installed and is primarily targeted at radiologists and healthcare centers, improving the quality and speed of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

Hanko

Seed Round in 2020
Hanko GmbH designs and develops passwordless authentication security software. The company offers Hanko authentication that provides FIDO based infrastructure and authenticator device management API; Hanko authenticator application that offers authentication with fingerprint or through face recognition; Hanko FIDO server for on-premise deployments; and Hanko Identity that offers passwordless Identity-as-a-Service (IDaaS) solution. Hanko GmbH was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Kiel, Germany.

Threedy

Seed Round in 2020
Threedy GmbH, established in 2020 and located in Darmstadt, Germany, is a company that specializes in high-performance visual computing through its instant3Dhub platform. This platform supports visualization, virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR) applications tailored for sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and energy. By enabling the integration of large data sets with business data and sensors, Threedy facilitates a wide range of applications across various devices and use cases, enhancing the way industries visualize and interact with complex data.

Synthara AG

Seed Round in 2020
Synthara AG is a Zurich-based company that specializes in designing advanced sensors for industrial Internet of Things (IoT) applications and other energy-constrained environments. Founded in 2019, Synthara offers solutions that enable consumer devices, such as wearables, augmented and virtual reality headsets, and health monitoring systems, to incorporate smart features that were previously limited due to computational constraints. The company’s technology supports a range of applications, including aerospace, automotive, and drone technologies, by providing server-class performance for neural networks with a remarkably low energy consumption of 10 TOPs per watt. Synthara AG's innovations aim to enhance the functionality of portable and wireless devices, ultimately improving their operational capabilities.

Synendos Therapeutics

Series A in 2020
Synendos Therapeutics AG is a biopharmaceutical company based in Allschwil, Switzerland, founded in 2019. The company focuses on developing innovative therapies for unmet needs in neuropsychiatric disorders, particularly anxiety, mood, and stress-related conditions. Synendos utilizes a novel drug target within the endocannabinoid system to restore the brain's natural functioning. Its therapies involve the modulation of cannabinoid activity and the inhibition of endocannabinoid transport across cell membranes, addressing altered neurotransmission in various brain regions. This approach presents a promising solution to the significant demand for effective pharmacological treatments, especially for conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which currently lacks adequate therapeutic options.

UNBIND

Seed Round in 2020
UNBIND is a trusted platform, that enables POS vendors to monetize their data by giving valuable AI-powered insights to brands and many more

troy

Series A in 2020
troy gmbh develops a debt collection platform. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Lippstadt, Germany. troy gmbh operates as a subsidiary of TROY Group, Inc.

Workpath

Seed Round in 2020
Workpath is the leading enterprise software provider enabling organizations to execute their strategies fast, flexible and effective in an increasingly dynamic and complex world. With simple and intuitive workflow tools Workpath engages all employees in the strategy and execution process. Its comprehensive analytics suite empowers executives to make better decisions on when to adapt focus, budgets or structures as early as possible.

heartbeat medical

Series A in 2020
Heartbeat Medical develops a healthcare platform focused on tracking patient-reported outcomes. The platform serves as a comprehensive patient management tool suitable for healthcare facilities of all sizes. By emphasizing the importance of quality of life data, Heartbeat Medical enables healthcare providers to gain valuable insights through intelligent evaluations of diagnostics and treatment methods. This approach allows physicians and therapists to enhance their understanding of patient experiences and improve treatment strategies based on real-world evidence.

Magazino

Series B in 2020
Magazino develops and builds perception-controlled, mobile robots for intralogistics. With Magazinos technology individual objects can be identified on the shelf and localized via 2D and 3D cameras, securely grasped and finally placed precisely at their destination.The first self-thinking and self-acting warehouse in the world - that is their vision. With their work they want to promote the development of robotics and actively shape the future of logistics.

ICO-LUX GmbH

Seed Round in 2020
ICO-LUX GmbH develops fraud detection software. It offers to detect forged documents, automatic processing of voucher documents, and real-time analysis of incoming documents. It serves private health insurance, banks, liability and household contents insurance, customs and tax authorities, and social service providers. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Jena, Germany.

natif.ai

Seed Round in 2020
natif.ai is a deep-tech start-up that educates machines to solve a growing global demand of cognitive document analysis. Natif.ai provides a fast and efficient way to productively bring artificial intelligence into the economy. It was founded by a German-French team and is an official spin-off of the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI).

bookingkit

Series D in 2020
bookingkit GmbH is a Berlin-based company that provides a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform designed for leisure activity providers to streamline their booking, administration, and marketing processes. Established in 2014, bookingkit enables businesses to manage a variety of indoor and outdoor activities, cultural events, and rental services through a single digital interface. The platform offers features such as automated booking management, payment processing, and channel management, allowing providers to seamlessly integrate bookable experiences into their websites. Additionally, bookingkit serves as a neutral Global Distribution System (GDS), granting travel agencies and marketing networks access to a comprehensive digital inventory of tours and activities. With support available in 11 languages, the company significantly enhances the marketing and sales capabilities of its clients while connecting them to over 360 million potential customers.

Aignostics

Seed Round in 2020
Aignostics GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in AI-powered diagnostics and pathology software solutions aimed at enhancing pharmaceutical research and clinical diagnostics. The company focuses on precision diagnostics by utilizing its patented technology to provide explainable AI that addresses the limitations of traditional AI systems. Aignostics' platform generates precise heatmaps and image overlays that facilitate the interpretation of diagnostic results, allowing pathologists to quickly verify findings. This capability is essential for ensuring accurate diagnoses, particularly in the context of drug development and the discovery of tissue-based biomarkers for complex diseases like cancer. By improving the understanding of pathology, Aignostics supports more effective diagnoses and treatments in the medical field.

WAKU Robotics

Pre Seed Round in 2020
WAKU Robotics is a supplier-independent, SaaS-enabled procurement platform for mobile robots for warehouses and production facilities. We help our end-customers to make the best robot selection through our online comparison site lotsofbots.com and our online Robot Solution Designer. Once our customers are set-up we provide them with AI software to monitor, quantify and optimise their robot workforce.

Atriva Therapeutics

Debt Financing in 2020
Atriva Therapeutics GmbH is a biopharmaceutical company based in Tübingen, Germany, focused on developing antiviral therapies targeting seasonal and pandemic influenza as well as other respiratory viral infections. Founded in 2015, the company is advancing its lead candidate, ATR-002, a Mitogen-activated protein kinase inhibitor, which has successfully completed preclinical development. Atriva has also sought scientific advice from a European regulatory authority to ensure compliance and receive guidance on its preclinical development program and the upcoming Phase I study of ATR-002 involving healthy volunteers.

stimOS

Series A in 2020
stimOS GmbH develops a drug delivery biochemical procedure that initiates bone formation, anti inflammatory activity, and healing process. The company also develops technologies and procedures that refine, functionalize, and activate implant materials. It also offers research and development of implant materials and implant surfaces. stimOS GmbH was founded in 2015 and is based in Constance, Germany.