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Founded in 2018, mybacs is a research-driven company specializing in human microbiome-based supplements. It offers region-specific travel health supplements for digestion, formulated by pharmaceutical scientists and physicians to improve intestinal health.

Personio develops an all-in-one HR software for small to medium-sized companies with 10 to 2,000 employees. Its platform streamlines HR management, recruiting, talent management, and payroll processes.

Founded in 2009, Climeworks develops and operates direct air capture plants that remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere using low-grade heat. The captured CO2 is then supplied to various industries for applications such as greenhouse fertilization, beverage carbonation, and fuel production.

Everstox is a Munich-based logistics-as-a-service provider offering a cloud-based platform that stores, fulfills, and ships goods across a unified network. It supports e-commerce and retail brands with scalable, data-driven fulfillment, pairing warehousing, tailored omnichannel services, and rapid shipping across Germany, the UK, Europe and the United States. By coordinating inventory and transportation through one technology-enabled solution, the platform streamlines warehousing operations, automates processes, and aims to reduce transport emissions within the logistics network.

Billie GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Berlin, Germany, is a fintech startup focused on reinventing working capital management for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company offers innovative lending products, including pre-financing of invoices and online factoring services. Billie's platform leverages big data analytics and digitalized processes to provide instant financing at the point-of-sale and streamline invoice factoring, helping SMEs manage their outgoing invoices efficiently without hidden fees or excessive paperwork. Additionally, Billie assists B2B online merchants in securing better payment terms through a pay-after-delivery product.

Personio develops an all-in-one HR software for small to medium-sized companies with 10 to 2,000 employees. Its platform streamlines HR management, recruiting, talent management, and payroll processes.

Founded in 2018, MODIFI operates an online platform facilitating global trade financing for small and medium-sized enterprises. It offers liquidity, flexibility, and cash flow management tools to simplify cross-border B2B transactions, enabling businesses to optimize working capital and expand internationally.

tink GmbH is a Berlin-based company that operates a sales and comparison platform for connected home products. Founded with the aim of making smart home technology accessible and appealing, tink focuses on offering products that are easy to install, reasonably priced, and provide tangible benefits to customers. The platform addresses the confusion surrounding the vast array of smart home solutions by guiding consumers through their options. For instance, it offers smart security systems starting at an affordable price compared to traditional alarm systems, which used to cost thousands of euros. Additionally, its smart heating solutions enable users to save on energy costs by automatically adjusting based on their activities, such as shutting off when a window is opened. By serving as a cross-brand resource, tink helps customers navigate the evolving landscape of connected home technology and enhance their living spaces.

Personio develops an all-in-one HR software for small to medium-sized companies with 10 to 2,000 employees. Its platform streamlines HR management, recruiting, talent management, and payroll processes.

Everstox is a Munich-based logistics-as-a-service provider offering a cloud-based platform that stores, fulfills, and ships goods across a unified network. It supports e-commerce and retail brands with scalable, data-driven fulfillment, pairing warehousing, tailored omnichannel services, and rapid shipping across Germany, the UK, Europe and the United States. By coordinating inventory and transportation through one technology-enabled solution, the platform streamlines warehousing operations, automates processes, and aims to reduce transport emissions within the logistics network.

Founded in 2018, mybacs is a research-driven company specializing in human microbiome-based supplements. It offers region-specific travel health supplements for digestion, formulated by pharmaceutical scientists and physicians to improve intestinal health.

Founded in 2017, Colonies is a Paris-based company offering co-living rental services. It provides furnished private studios and shared spaces in major cities, targeting young professionals seeking convenient, hassle-free housing solutions.

Personio develops an all-in-one HR software for small to medium-sized companies with 10 to 2,000 employees. Its platform streamlines HR management, recruiting, talent management, and payroll processes.

Demodesk GmbH is a Munich-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in providing a software-as-a-service (SaaS) communication platform tailored for sales and customer success. Its virtual meeting platform enhances the sales process by integrating features such as screen sharing, conferencing, and automated scheduling. Demodesk empowers sales representatives by offering real-time guidance during meetings, utilizing persona-specific sales playbooks and contextual content suggestions. The platform facilitates engaging customer interactions by allowing participants to interact with the software directly during calls. Additionally, it automates non-selling tasks, including scheduling, meeting preparation, and CRM documentation, while providing AI-driven insights to help sales leaders evaluate performance and improve coaching strategies. Demodesk seamlessly integrates with various tools, such as G Suite, Microsoft Office, and popular CRM platforms, making it a valuable asset for organizations looking to boost sales productivity and accelerate growth.

Founded in 2018, mybacs is a research-driven company specializing in human microbiome-based supplements. It offers region-specific travel health supplements for digestion, formulated by pharmaceutical scientists and physicians to improve intestinal health.

Billie GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Berlin, Germany, is a fintech startup focused on reinventing working capital management for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company offers innovative lending products, including pre-financing of invoices and online factoring services. Billie's platform leverages big data analytics and digitalized processes to provide instant financing at the point-of-sale and streamline invoice factoring, helping SMEs manage their outgoing invoices efficiently without hidden fees or excessive paperwork. Additionally, Billie assists B2B online merchants in securing better payment terms through a pay-after-delivery product.

Founded in 2018, MODIFI operates an online platform facilitating global trade financing for small and medium-sized enterprises. It offers liquidity, flexibility, and cash flow management tools to simplify cross-border B2B transactions, enabling businesses to optimize working capital and expand internationally.

Founded in Berlin in 2016, Forto is a digital logistics company that specializes in freight forwarding services primarily between Asia and Europe. It offers international shipping of FCL and LCL shipments, air freight services, and a user-friendly platform for real-time quotes, online booking, and digital tracking. With over 2,000 customers and nine global offices, Forto aims to optimize global supply chain processes while promoting sustainability.

Founded in 2017, Colonies is a Paris-based company offering co-living rental services. It provides furnished private studios and shared spaces in major cities, targeting young professionals seeking convenient, hassle-free housing solutions.

Personio develops an all-in-one HR software for small to medium-sized companies with 10 to 2,000 employees. Its platform streamlines HR management, recruiting, talent management, and payroll processes.

HomeToGo is a global vacation rental marketplace and meta-search engine that aggregates millions of listings from thousands of partners, including major platforms such as Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo and TripAdvisor. The platform enables users to search, compare prices, and filter by destination, dates, and amenities to find accommodations ranging from apartments and houses to boats and castles. It also provides a listing channel for property providers to add and manage offers across linked booking sites. Founded in 2014 and based in Berlin, the company operates multiple local apps and websites worldwide and includes brands such as Tripping.com and Wimdu. It runs two segments: HomeToGo Marketplace and HomeToGo PRO.

B2B Food Group is a prominent corporate food management platform headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Established in 2018, the company operates in eight countries and boasts a network of over 3,000 partners. It specializes in providing business clients with a user-friendly online ordering and management system for food procurement. Simultaneously, B2B Food Group equips suppliers with advanced technology solutions to enhance their online presence and facilitate business growth. The platform offers Europe's largest selection of food products and is recognized as the market leader in Australia, making it a key player in the global business food sector.

Founded in 2018, MODIFI operates an online platform facilitating global trade financing for small and medium-sized enterprises. It offers liquidity, flexibility, and cash flow management tools to simplify cross-border B2B transactions, enabling businesses to optimize working capital and expand internationally.

tink GmbH is a Berlin-based company that operates a sales and comparison platform for connected home products. Founded with the aim of making smart home technology accessible and appealing, tink focuses on offering products that are easy to install, reasonably priced, and provide tangible benefits to customers. The platform addresses the confusion surrounding the vast array of smart home solutions by guiding consumers through their options. For instance, it offers smart security systems starting at an affordable price compared to traditional alarm systems, which used to cost thousands of euros. Additionally, its smart heating solutions enable users to save on energy costs by automatically adjusting based on their activities, such as shutting off when a window is opened. By serving as a cross-brand resource, tink helps customers navigate the evolving landscape of connected home technology and enhance their living spaces.

MYCS, co-founded in Berlin in May 2014 by entrepreneurs Christoph Jung, Kachun To, Claudio Bredfeldt, and Kai Sap, aims to transform the furniture buying experience by prioritizing customization. Launched in mid-2015, the company features a photorealistic 3D online configurator that significantly enhances the consumer's ability to personalize furniture. This innovative approach has made customization a standard expectation in the industry. Within its first year, MYCS achieved a run rate of €5 million, demonstrating strong market traction. Notably, the company boasts a high customer retention rate, with one in three customers returning within an 18-month period, reflecting satisfaction and loyalty to the brand.

store2be GmbH is a Berlin-based company that operates an online booking platform focused on the digital commercialization and management of promotional spaces. Founded in 2015, it serves as a leading marketer of promotion, pop-up, and event spaces in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, with a portfolio of approximately 3,500 locations. The platform facilitates the booking of live marketing venues, including shopping centers, airports, train stations, and retail stores. Additionally, store2be offers Event Analytics, a WiFi-based solution that measures performance metrics at live marketing events, allowing clients to analyze reach, customer visits, interactions, and dwell times. The company's software also aids space owners in managing and commercializing their available promotional areas, streamlining the organization of live marketing events while minimizing associated effort and costs.

Opinary is a Berlin-based company that provides a user engagement platform for publishers worldwide. The platform enables publishers to enrich content with interactive features, engage and retain readers, and monetize engaged traffic. It supports millions of monthly users who share opinions with a tap and visualizes audience sentiment to reveal trends. The company partners with leading publishers and global brands to boost attention, drive conversions, and generate insights through data-driven content engagement.

Founded in Berlin in 2016, Forto is a digital logistics company that specializes in freight forwarding services primarily between Asia and Europe. It offers international shipping of FCL and LCL shipments, air freight services, and a user-friendly platform for real-time quotes, online booking, and digital tracking. With over 2,000 customers and nine global offices, Forto aims to optimize global supply chain processes while promoting sustainability.

Billie GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Berlin, Germany, is a fintech startup focused on reinventing working capital management for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company offers innovative lending products, including pre-financing of invoices and online factoring services. Billie's platform leverages big data analytics and digitalized processes to provide instant financing at the point-of-sale and streamline invoice factoring, helping SMEs manage their outgoing invoices efficiently without hidden fees or excessive paperwork. Additionally, Billie assists B2B online merchants in securing better payment terms through a pay-after-delivery product.

HomeToGo is a global vacation rental marketplace and meta-search engine that aggregates millions of listings from thousands of partners, including major platforms such as Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo and TripAdvisor. The platform enables users to search, compare prices, and filter by destination, dates, and amenities to find accommodations ranging from apartments and houses to boats and castles. It also provides a listing channel for property providers to add and manage offers across linked booking sites. Founded in 2014 and based in Berlin, the company operates multiple local apps and websites worldwide and includes brands such as Tripping.com and Wimdu. It runs two segments: HomeToGo Marketplace and HomeToGo PRO.

Personio develops an all-in-one HR software for small to medium-sized companies with 10 to 2,000 employees. Its platform streamlines HR management, recruiting, talent management, and payroll processes.

Dynamic Yield Ltd. is a technology company that specializes in machine learning and AI-driven personalization solutions. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, it operates globally with additional offices in major cities such as New York, Berlin, and London. The company's core offering, the Personalization Anywhere platform, empowers marketers to enhance customer experiences across various channels, including websites, mobile apps, emails, kiosks, and call centers. Dynamic Yield's platform provides tools for segmentation, omnichannel personalization, optimization, behavioral messaging, and dynamic advertising, catering to a diverse range of industries such as e-commerce, media, travel, and gaming. By integrating data from multiple customer touchpoints in real-time, Dynamic Yield enables organizations to deliver tailored content and offers, ultimately driving revenue growth and improving long-term business value.

tink GmbH is a Berlin-based company that operates a sales and comparison platform for connected home products. Founded with the aim of making smart home technology accessible and appealing, tink focuses on offering products that are easy to install, reasonably priced, and provide tangible benefits to customers. The platform addresses the confusion surrounding the vast array of smart home solutions by guiding consumers through their options. For instance, it offers smart security systems starting at an affordable price compared to traditional alarm systems, which used to cost thousands of euros. Additionally, its smart heating solutions enable users to save on energy costs by automatically adjusting based on their activities, such as shutting off when a window is opened. By serving as a cross-brand resource, tink helps customers navigate the evolving landscape of connected home technology and enhance their living spaces.

Grover is an online platform that allows consumers to rent a wide variety of tech products through monthly subscriptions. With a catalog of over 3,000 items, Grover offers access to smartphones, laptops, VR gear, wearables, and smart home appliances. The company's business model emphasizes sustainability by refurbishing and re-circulating returned products, thereby extending their lifespan and minimizing electronic waste. By enabling users to rent instead of purchase, Grover provides an affordable alternative for accessing consumer electronics. The company operates in multiple markets, including the United States, Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, and Spain.

Jodel is a hyperlocal community platform that enables real-time conversations among users nearby. The app helps people connect with others who share interests, discover local places and activities, and exchange tips or arrange meetups. It provides information and updates about events at specific locations such as universities or organizations, promoting local engagement. Jodel has a large user base across the Nordics, DACH, and the Middle East and is expanding globally, with no sign-up or profile required to participate.

Founded in 2017, Colonies is a Paris-based company offering co-living rental services. It provides furnished private studios and shared spaces in major cities, targeting young professionals seeking convenient, hassle-free housing solutions.

MYCS, co-founded in Berlin in May 2014 by entrepreneurs Christoph Jung, Kachun To, Claudio Bredfeldt, and Kai Sap, aims to transform the furniture buying experience by prioritizing customization. Launched in mid-2015, the company features a photorealistic 3D online configurator that significantly enhances the consumer's ability to personalize furniture. This innovative approach has made customization a standard expectation in the industry. Within its first year, MYCS achieved a run rate of €5 million, demonstrating strong market traction. Notably, the company boasts a high customer retention rate, with one in three customers returning within an 18-month period, reflecting satisfaction and loyalty to the brand.

Innolend GmbH, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in providing financing solutions for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) through its online platform. The company focuses on optimizing cash flow for businesses by offering loans ranging from 5,000 to 250,000 euros, catering specifically to SMEs with outstanding invoices. Innolend aims to facilitate easy, fast, and transparent access to financial support, helping clients effectively manage their cash flow and bridge the gap between their business needs and customer payments.

Dynamic Yield Ltd. is a technology company that specializes in machine learning and AI-driven personalization solutions. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, it operates globally with additional offices in major cities such as New York, Berlin, and London. The company's core offering, the Personalization Anywhere platform, empowers marketers to enhance customer experiences across various channels, including websites, mobile apps, emails, kiosks, and call centers. Dynamic Yield's platform provides tools for segmentation, omnichannel personalization, optimization, behavioral messaging, and dynamic advertising, catering to a diverse range of industries such as e-commerce, media, travel, and gaming. By integrating data from multiple customer touchpoints in real-time, Dynamic Yield enables organizations to deliver tailored content and offers, ultimately driving revenue growth and improving long-term business value.

Billie GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Berlin, Germany, is a fintech startup focused on reinventing working capital management for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company offers innovative lending products, including pre-financing of invoices and online factoring services. Billie's platform leverages big data analytics and digitalized processes to provide instant financing at the point-of-sale and streamline invoice factoring, helping SMEs manage their outgoing invoices efficiently without hidden fees or excessive paperwork. Additionally, Billie assists B2B online merchants in securing better payment terms through a pay-after-delivery product.

Movinga GmbH is a Berlin-based logistics technology company that offers an online platform for relocation and moving services. Established in 2015, it enables customers to find and book movers from a variety of listed logistics service providers, catering to both private individuals and businesses. Movinga focuses on delivering a transparent and user-friendly booking process, providing comprehensive advice from personal relocation advisors, as well as ensuring loading, transport, and transport insurance through dedicated removal teams. The company's vertically integrated approach aims to optimize the moving process for users while supporting medium-sized moving companies by allowing them to list their services on the platform.

Innolend GmbH, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in providing financing solutions for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) through its online platform. The company focuses on optimizing cash flow for businesses by offering loans ranging from 5,000 to 250,000 euros, catering specifically to SMEs with outstanding invoices. Innolend aims to facilitate easy, fast, and transparent access to financial support, helping clients effectively manage their cash flow and bridge the gap between their business needs and customer payments.

Founded in Berlin in 2016, Forto is a digital logistics company that specializes in freight forwarding services primarily between Asia and Europe. It offers international shipping of FCL and LCL shipments, air freight services, and a user-friendly platform for real-time quotes, online booking, and digital tracking. With over 2,000 customers and nine global offices, Forto aims to optimize global supply chain processes while promoting sustainability.

HAUSGOLD is a fast-growing property technology company that provides assistance in all matters relating to the real estate sale. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany.

Buying Show GmbH is an online platform established in 2015 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany. The company connects users, particularly fashion industry professionals, with a variety of brands and retailers globally. By providing a free registration process, it enables users to discover and engage with multiple retailers, negotiate orders, and create customized digital showrooms. The platform also offers comprehensive information about new and exclusive product collections. Founded by industry veterans frustrated with the traditional slow pace of the fashion sector, Buying Show aims to leverage technology to streamline sales cycles, reduce lead times, and enhance customer outreach, thereby facilitating a more efficient buying process even for smaller teams.

store2be GmbH is a Berlin-based company that operates an online booking platform focused on the digital commercialization and management of promotional spaces. Founded in 2015, it serves as a leading marketer of promotion, pop-up, and event spaces in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, with a portfolio of approximately 3,500 locations. The platform facilitates the booking of live marketing venues, including shopping centers, airports, train stations, and retail stores. Additionally, store2be offers Event Analytics, a WiFi-based solution that measures performance metrics at live marketing events, allowing clients to analyze reach, customer visits, interactions, and dwell times. The company's software also aids space owners in managing and commercializing their available promotional areas, streamlining the organization of live marketing events while minimizing associated effort and costs.

Personio develops an all-in-one HR software for small to medium-sized companies with 10 to 2,000 employees. Its platform streamlines HR management, recruiting, talent management, and payroll processes.

SMACC GmbH, established in 2015 and located in Potsdam, Germany, specializes in the development of cloud-based software for bookkeeping and finance management. The company's platform leverages machine learning technology to automate document-based processing tasks in finance departments, offering solutions for document data capture, accounting and controlling automation, and intelligent workflow applications. By converting invoices into digital formats, SMACC's software significantly enhances efficiency, providing clients with the potential for up to a 90% reduction in processing time and costs. This innovative approach enables financial professionals and organizations to streamline their financial management processes effectively.

tink GmbH is a Berlin-based company that operates a sales and comparison platform for connected home products. Founded with the aim of making smart home technology accessible and appealing, tink focuses on offering products that are easy to install, reasonably priced, and provide tangible benefits to customers. The platform addresses the confusion surrounding the vast array of smart home solutions by guiding consumers through their options. For instance, it offers smart security systems starting at an affordable price compared to traditional alarm systems, which used to cost thousands of euros. Additionally, its smart heating solutions enable users to save on energy costs by automatically adjusting based on their activities, such as shutting off when a window is opened. By serving as a cross-brand resource, tink helps customers navigate the evolving landscape of connected home technology and enhance their living spaces.

Thermondo GmbH, established in 2013 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, is an online platform that facilitates the comparison and purchase of home heating systems. The company also provides installation services for these systems. Thermondo's mission is to promote the energy transition by offering innovative, energy-efficient heating solutions directly to consumers. It has become the largest installer of heating systems in Germany, leveraging digital process excellence and quality management to deliver superior products and an exceptional customer experience.

Opinary is a Berlin-based company that provides a user engagement platform for publishers worldwide. The platform enables publishers to enrich content with interactive features, engage and retain readers, and monetize engaged traffic. It supports millions of monthly users who share opinions with a tap and visualizes audience sentiment to reveal trends. The company partners with leading publishers and global brands to boost attention, drive conversions, and generate insights through data-driven content engagement.

Pets Deli is a prominent direct-to-consumer pet food brand based in Berlin, Germany, focusing on subscription-based eCommerce. The company aims to establish itself as the largest and most customer-centric D2C pet food brand in its primary markets. Pets Deli offers a variety of healthy, species-appropriate products, including basic food, snacks, supplements, and dried meat, all free from artificial additives. Its diverse business model includes online subscriptions, an online shop, offline flagship stores, and partnerships with leading retail chains, allowing pet owners convenient access to high-quality pet food.

Movinga GmbH is a Berlin-based logistics technology company that offers an online platform for relocation and moving services. Established in 2015, it enables customers to find and book movers from a variety of listed logistics service providers, catering to both private individuals and businesses. Movinga focuses on delivering a transparent and user-friendly booking process, providing comprehensive advice from personal relocation advisors, as well as ensuring loading, transport, and transport insurance through dedicated removal teams. The company's vertically integrated approach aims to optimize the moving process for users while supporting medium-sized moving companies by allowing them to list their services on the platform.

Movinga GmbH is a Berlin-based logistics technology company that offers an online platform for relocation and moving services. Established in 2015, it enables customers to find and book movers from a variety of listed logistics service providers, catering to both private individuals and businesses. Movinga focuses on delivering a transparent and user-friendly booking process, providing comprehensive advice from personal relocation advisors, as well as ensuring loading, transport, and transport insurance through dedicated removal teams. The company's vertically integrated approach aims to optimize the moving process for users while supporting medium-sized moving companies by allowing them to list their services on the platform.

DreamCheaper GmbH, headquartered in Berlin, Germany, operates an online platform that assists travelers in securing cheaper hotel rates. The company's service enables users to email their existing hotel reservation details to the platform. DreamCheaper then searches over 100 other booking sites and wholesalers for lower prices. If a cheaper rate is found, the platform rebooks the guest at no additional cost to them, earning a 20% fee from the savings made. This process ensures customers never overpay for hotel rooms again, offering flexibility in their bookings.

Grover is an online platform that allows consumers to rent a wide variety of tech products through monthly subscriptions. With a catalog of over 3,000 items, Grover offers access to smartphones, laptops, VR gear, wearables, and smart home appliances. The company's business model emphasizes sustainability by refurbishing and re-circulating returned products, thereby extending their lifespan and minimizing electronic waste. By enabling users to rent instead of purchase, Grover provides an affordable alternative for accessing consumer electronics. The company operates in multiple markets, including the United States, Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, and Spain.

Movinga GmbH is a Berlin-based logistics technology company that offers an online platform for relocation and moving services. Established in 2015, it enables customers to find and book movers from a variety of listed logistics service providers, catering to both private individuals and businesses. Movinga focuses on delivering a transparent and user-friendly booking process, providing comprehensive advice from personal relocation advisors, as well as ensuring loading, transport, and transport insurance through dedicated removal teams. The company's vertically integrated approach aims to optimize the moving process for users while supporting medium-sized moving companies by allowing them to list their services on the platform.

Pets Deli is a prominent direct-to-consumer pet food brand based in Berlin, Germany, focusing on subscription-based eCommerce. The company aims to establish itself as the largest and most customer-centric D2C pet food brand in its primary markets. Pets Deli offers a variety of healthy, species-appropriate products, including basic food, snacks, supplements, and dried meat, all free from artificial additives. Its diverse business model includes online subscriptions, an online shop, offline flagship stores, and partnerships with leading retail chains, allowing pet owners convenient access to high-quality pet food.

Founded in 2003, Chrono24 operates a global online marketplace for buying and selling luxury watches. It connects over 30,000 private sellers and professional dealers, offering more than 500,000 watches from various brands to over 20 million watch enthusiasts monthly.

WunderAgent is a prominent real estate sales platform in Germany, specializing in investment properties. The company provides a comprehensive online portal that facilitates smart real estate investments by offering consulting services tailored to users' needs. Through this platform, customers can efficiently search for and identify suitable investment properties, simplifying the process of securing real estate investments. By combining technology with expert advice, WunderAgent aims to enhance the investment experience for its clients.

Thermondo GmbH, established in 2013 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, is an online platform that facilitates the comparison and purchase of home heating systems. The company also provides installation services for these systems. Thermondo's mission is to promote the energy transition by offering innovative, energy-efficient heating solutions directly to consumers. It has become the largest installer of heating systems in Germany, leveraging digital process excellence and quality management to deliver superior products and an exceptional customer experience.

Memorado is a Berlin-based startup that operates a mobile brain training platform. It aims to enhance users' cognitive abilities worldwide through engaging neuroscience-based games. The company offers personalized workouts targeting memory, concentration, and reaction skills, with the goal of improving real-life abilities like problem-solving and math. Memorado has raised $5 million in funding from prominent European investors and serves over 4 million members across 229 countries speaking 25 languages within its first year. It has also initiated the Global Cognition Initiative, fostering open-source research collaborations with global scientists and educators to advance cognition studies.

upjers GmbH is a German company founded in 2006 and headquartered in Bamberg. It specializes in the development, publication, and distribution of browser-based online games, offering a diverse portfolio that includes action, strategy, and social games. The company aims to cater to a growing international audience by creating engaging gaming experiences that can be accessed through web browsers and mobile applications.

DaWanda GmbH is an online marketplace based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in unique and handmade products. Founded in December 2006, the platform connects professional artisans, artists, and designers with consumers seeking distinctive items. DaWanda's extensive product range includes clothing, footwear, accessories, jewelry, furniture, toys, and homeware, allowing users to search by category, price, discount, and other preferences. The site also offers a dedicated section for gift ideas tailored to different recipients and occasions. Additionally, DaWanda provides DIY tutorials, enriching the shopping experience for customers interested in creativity and craftsmanship. The marketplace caters to a diverse clientele with a focus on handmade goods, promoting individual expression and sustainable fashion.

Lingoda is an online language learning platform that offers live language classes across English, German, Spanish, and French. The platform provides group sessions and private lessons taught by qualified native-level teachers, with interactive virtual classrooms and learning materials designed by linguistic experts. Students receive official certificates upon completion. Lingoda serves learners worldwide from its base in Berlin, Germany, and was founded in 2007. The service enables users to study at flexible times, anytime and anywhere.

Lingoda is an online language learning platform that offers live language classes across English, German, Spanish, and French. The platform provides group sessions and private lessons taught by qualified native-level teachers, with interactive virtual classrooms and learning materials designed by linguistic experts. Students receive official certificates upon completion. Lingoda serves learners worldwide from its base in Berlin, Germany, and was founded in 2007. The service enables users to study at flexible times, anytime and anywhere.

MediaMath, Inc. is a digital advertising technology company that specializes in providing solutions for advertisers globally. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company offers its TerminalOne platform, which facilitates data activation, automated execution, and optimization of advertising interactions across various media channels. MediaMath's programmatic marketing platform enhances customer engagement by utilizing predictive audience targeting and machine learning to ensure relevant messaging. In addition to its technology offerings, the company provides professional services that include programmatic strategy, analytics, technology support, and advertising operations, as well as training and certification programs in digital marketing. MediaMath operates additional offices in several cities across the United States and internationally, including London, Madrid, Berlin, Singapore, Tokyo, Sao Paulo, Sydney, Melbourne, and Bengaluru.

MediaMath, Inc. is a digital advertising technology company that specializes in providing solutions for advertisers globally. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company offers its TerminalOne platform, which facilitates data activation, automated execution, and optimization of advertising interactions across various media channels. MediaMath's programmatic marketing platform enhances customer engagement by utilizing predictive audience targeting and machine learning to ensure relevant messaging. In addition to its technology offerings, the company provides professional services that include programmatic strategy, analytics, technology support, and advertising operations, as well as training and certification programs in digital marketing. MediaMath operates additional offices in several cities across the United States and internationally, including London, Madrid, Berlin, Singapore, Tokyo, Sao Paulo, Sydney, Melbourne, and Bengaluru.

kontoblick is the first and only web app for personal financial management in the German market. Launched in November 2008, kontoblick features all typical personal finance tools, including anonymous use and highest security standards.

Netviewer GmbH is a company that specializes in web conferencing solutions, enabling users to collaboratively view and edit documents over the Internet. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany, the company offers a range of products including Netviewer Meet for online meetings, Netviewer Support for customer assistance, and Netviewer Admin for administrative tasks. Its services cater to various applications such as project collaborations, live demonstrations, training, and webinars aimed at enhancing customer engagement and loyalty. Netviewer provides its offerings as software-as-a-service, allowing flexibility and accessibility for users. The company also maintains subsidiary operations in several countries, including Switzerland, France, the United Kingdom, the United States, the Netherlands, Austria, Italy, Spain, Poland, and Sweden, further extending its reach in the web conferencing market.

AdScale operates as an online advertising marketplace based in Germany, connecting advertisers with website owners. It facilitates trading of digital ad spaces, including display, video, and mobile formats. AdScale's Supply Side Platform empowers publishers to maximize their ad revenue through private deals and auctions. The platform leverages programmatic buying, targeting technologies, and a data management system to optimize ad performance for both advertisers and publishers, ensuring fair pricing.

KissNoFrog is a German online dating portal designed to facilitate connections between individuals in a casual and enjoyable environment. The platform employs a personalized approach to dating, utilizing scientific principles related to social graphs to enhance user matching results. Members can engage with potential partners through various interactive features such as live flirts, games, and video chats, allowing for spontaneous and entertaining interactions. By focusing on optimizing the partner search process, KissNoFrog enables users to establish connections and get to know each other more effectively. The company aims to create a dynamic community where members can meet and date in an engaging online atmosphere.

AdScale operates as an online advertising marketplace based in Germany, connecting advertisers with website owners. It facilitates trading of digital ad spaces, including display, video, and mobile formats. AdScale's Supply Side Platform empowers publishers to maximize their ad revenue through private deals and auctions. The platform leverages programmatic buying, targeting technologies, and a data management system to optimize ad performance for both advertisers and publishers, ensuring fair pricing.

Deutsche Startups is a Berlin-based information portal focused on the German internet startup ecosystem. It provides daily news updates, interviews, and profiles of startups and their founders, along with market overviews and insights into various industry segments. The platform also features contributions from notable entrepreneurs and investors, offering a comprehensive view of the startup landscape. Additionally, Deutsche Startups includes a startup navigator, which serves as a guide to the four key cities for new businesses in Germany—Berlin, Hamburg, Cologne, and Munich—providing valuable tips for internet entrepreneurs. Through its diverse range of content, Deutsche Startups aims to keep users informed about the latest developments in the domestic startup scene.

Trivago operates a global hotel search platform headquartered in Dusseldorf, Germany. It aims to be the independent source of information for travelers seeking to find the ideal hotel at the lowest rate, helping users compare hotels and prices across a large inventory. The platform provides access to hotel listings through localized websites and apps in multiple languages, enabling travelers to personalize searches and view prices from a wide range of providers. Trivago serves travelers and hotel advertisers by connecting a broad audience of potential guests with hotel information and price data across regions including the Americas, Europe, and the rest of the world, with a presence in markets such as the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Canada, and Japan.

Rocket Internet, established in 2007, is a global venture builder headquartered in Berlin. It specializes in incubating, building, and operationally developing internet-based businesses. The company provides operational support and strategic guidance to its portfolio companies, helping them scale internationally across various sectors and regions.