Episodes
Lower your Costs of ISO 27.001 and SOC 2 Compliance by up to 85% [with our Partner Vanta]Achieving ISO 27001 or SOC 2 compliance can unlock major growth for your company and build customer trust, but this process can be time-intensive and costly. Vanta automates compliance, getting you audit-ready quickly and saving you up to 85% of associated costs. And Vanta scales with your business, helping you enter new markets. Join 7,000 global companies like Atlassian, Flo Health, and Quora that...
Published 05/02/24
Lower your Costs of ISO 27.001 and SOC 2 Compliance by up to 85% [with our Partner Vanta]Achieving ISO 27001 or SOC 2 compliance can unlock major growth for your company and build customer trust, but this process can be time-intensive and costly. Vanta automates compliance, getting you audit-ready quickly and saving you up to 85% of associated costs. And Vanta scales with your business, helping you enter new markets. Join 7,000 global companies like Atlassian, Flo Health, and Quora that trust...
Published 04/25/24
Lower your Costs of ISO 27.001 and SOC 2 Compliance by up to 85% [with our Partner Vanta]Achieving ISO 27001 or SOC 2 compliance can unlock major growth for your company and build customer trust, but this process can be time-intensive and costly. Vanta automates compliance, getting you audit-ready quickly and saving you up to 85% of associated costs. And Vanta scales with your business, helping you enter new markets. Join 7,000 global companies like Atlassian, Flo Health, and Quora that...
Published 04/18/24
Lower your Costs of ISO 27.001 and SOC 2 Compliance by up to 85% [with our Parnter Vanta]Achieving ISO 27001 or SOC 2 compliance can unlock major growth for your company and build customer trust, but this process can be time-intensive and costly. Vanta automates compliance, getting you audit-ready quickly and saving you up to 85% of associated costs. And Vanta scales with your business, helping you enter new markets. Join 7,000 global companies like Atlassian, Flo Health, and Quora that trust...
Published 04/11/24
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Published 04/04/24
Welcome to our March 2024 wrap-up with vital news from the startup and tech entrepreneurship scenes in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland in 30 minutes or less 🙂. Our startup news is recorded with Chris in New York City and Joe in Frankfurt. Recording date is March 25th 2024 and all news not included will be in our next news to be released on April 25th 2024. Happy Easter!Today we publish on Holy Thursday (Gründonnerstag) in Germany. Note that the Friday before and Monday after Easter are...
Published 03/28/24
Executive Summary In this episode of Startuprad.io, host Joe Menninger interviews Guido Baechler, CEO of Mainz BioMed, about the company's innovative at-home colorectal cancer test kit, designed to improve early detection and survival rates. Baechler discusses the challenges and opportunities of operating in the biotech sector, including navigating U.S. and European regulations and fostering a culture of innovation within a NASDAQ-listed company. He shares insights from his background at...
Published 03/21/24
Executive Summary In this in-depth episode of Startuprad.io, host Jörn "Joe" Menninger chats with Domenico Cipolla, CEO of Xentral, about his professional journey and the evolution of Xentral. Cipolla discusses his unique background, the importance of execution in business, and how Xentral serves SMEs with ERP solutions. He also shares insights on leadership, mistakes as learning opportunities, and the company's growth plans, including hiring for cultural fit. They touch on Cipolla's past...
Published 03/14/24
Interested in Working with us?Have a look here: https://www.passionfroot.me/startupradio Executive SummaryIn this episode of Startuprad.io, host Jörn "Joe" Menninger and guest Thomas Kösters of DEEP Ecosystems explore the rise of spinoff companies, mainly from academic institutions. They discuss the significant impact of public investment in high-tech and hardware sectors, the challenges of tech transfer, and the role of entities like the EIC accelerator in supporting European spinoffs. The...
Published 03/07/24
🚀 Welcome to Startuprad.io – Your Ultimate Destination for Tech Entrepreneurship News! 🌟Interested in Working with us?Have a look here: https://www.passionfroot.me/startupradio SubscribeHere https://linktr.ee/startupradio In this episode, we dive deep into the latest tech and startup highlights shaping the landscape of innovation. Join us as we explore groundbreaking developments and game-changing investments that are driving progress in the tech world. 🔍 Our Highlights:1. Microsoft's...
Published 02/29/24
Executive Summary In this episode of Startuprad.io host Jörn "Joe" Menninger speaks with guest Philip Schetter, CEO of Cantourage, about the company's role in the expanding medical cannabis industry in Europe. Schetter discusses Cantourage's growth, manufacturing processes, digital platform for wholesalers, and market reach. The company, recently public on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, is hiring talents and is focused on the medical market, with a cautious stance on recreational legalization....
Published 02/22/24
Interested in Working with us? Have a look here: https://www.passionfroot.me/startupradio SummaryLooking to build a lean startup and expand into new markets? Join us as we discuss the best strategies for attracting German and Austrian investors and establishing a successful startup in Berlin and Hamburg. Stay updated on the latest startup news and learn from other successful entrepreneurs in the field. Don't miss out on this valuable insight! Subscribe Here...
Published 02/15/24
Interested in Working with us?Have a look here: https://www.passionfroot.me/startupradio Executive SummaryIn this episode, Joe interviews Andrea Tüttenberg, a female founder and professor at the University Clinic of Mainz. Andrea is the co-founder of Actitrex, a biotech startup focusing on immune cell therapy. She explains the journey from being a doctor and researcher to founding a company that develops treatments to minimize or avoid severe immune responses in patients undergoing stem cell...
Published 02/08/24
Executive SummaryIn this episode of Startuprad.io, host Jörn "Joe" Menninger interviews Martin Cudzilo, founder of ARCheck, discussing the challenges in the cleaning industry and the development of augmented reality technology. Cudzilo shares his entrepreneurial journey, the potential for AR and AI to revolutionize cleaning, and the impact of ARCheck on efficiency and cleaner support. They delve into the challenges of managing sick leave, the early development of ARCheck, and the upcoming...
Published 02/01/24
Tune in to the latest episode of our podcast, where we discuss the top news and trends in German, Swiss, and Austrian (GSA) startups. From European unicorns to emerging tech companies, we cover it all in this monthly show. Don't miss out on the latest tech news and startup updates! Our Highlights:Joe already did a 2023 review focused on valuations and investments. All publications more or less agreed that 2023 was hopefully rock bottom for startups, their valuation, funding and founding of...
Published 01/25/24
Join us for a deep dive into the startup world of Germany in 2023! We'll recap the latest trends in startup valuations and investments, featuring top Berlin, Hamburg, and other German startups. Learn about the innovative ideas and entrepreneurs driving the German startup scene forward. Don't miss out on this valuable information for investors and aspiring entrepreneurs alike! Like what you hear?You can tip us here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Startuprad.io F Subscribe HereWe are always...
Published 01/23/24
Dear Esteemed Listeners, As the holiday season wraps us in its joyful embrace, I wanted to take a moment to extend my heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who has been a part of our incredible journey here at Startuprad.io. This time of year is not just about the twinkling lights and merry melodies; it's about cherishing connections, celebrating accomplishments, and embracing the spirit of togetherness. Your unwavering support, insightful feedback, and enthusiasm have been the...
Published 12/25/23
Executive Summary As we step into the holiday season, we at Startuprad.io are excited to bring you exclusive insights from our recent Fintech Review 2023 for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Our latest episode featured prominent voices in the Fintech industry, offering valuable perspectives on the current landscape and the Fintech Outlook 2024. We talk all things digital finance, banking, and capital markets. Tune in to learn more. Like What You Hear? You can tip us here:...
Published 12/22/23
Welcome to our December 2023 wrap-up with vital news from the startup and tech entrepreneurship scenes in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland in 30 minutes or less 🙂. Our startup news is recorded with Chris in New York City and Joe in Frankfurt. The recording date is December 19th, 2023 and all news not included will be in our next news to be released on January 25th, 2024. Note: We will take a holiday break until January 18th, 2023, when you can expect the first publication in the...
Published 12/21/23
Executive Summary In this episode of Startuprad.io, host Jörn "Joe" Menninger interviews Sebastian Matthes, editor-in-chief of Handelsblatt and winner of the Special Award at the German Startup Awards 2023. Matthes shares insights on the digital transformation of Handelsblatt, emphasizing the shift from print to digital and the importance of a subscription-first business model. The discussion covers trends in journalism, digital content strategies, and the future of the German startup scene....
Published 12/19/23
Executive Summary In this episode of Startuprad.io, host Jörn "Joe" Menninger and guest Thomas Kösters, MD at DEEP Ecosystems, discuss the potential of Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) as a hidden gem for AI startups. They highlight the region's strong economic leaders and growing AI scene in cities like Warsaw, Bucharest, and Prague. While CEE is not heavily represented in AI startup locations, it shows promise in reaching the top 15 European rankings for AI startup investments. They also...
Published 12/14/23
Executive SummaryIn this episode of Startuprad.io, we delve into the world of AI and computer vision with our guest Simone Trevisan, a computer vision expert and project manager at Blue Tensor. Simone shares insights into the innovative computer vision platform, Iris, designed for small and medium-sized industries to harness AI without the need for coding expertise. He also discusses Blue Tensor's collaboration with Huawei to deploy their platform on both on-premise and cloud servers. Join us...
Published 12/07/23
Like what you hear? You can tip us here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Startuprad.io WelcomeWelcome to our November 2023 wrap-up with vital news from the startup scenes in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland in 30 minutes or less 🙂. Our HighlightsAI startup Aleph Alpha raises half a billion dollars, CMBlu raises 100 mn € for energy storage, WeFox gets 55 M US$ from Deutsche and Unicredit, and Vanguard pulls the plug on their German robo advisor. It seems that Sono Motors has found an...
Published 11/30/23
Like what you hear? Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Startuprad.io Summary Welcome to Startuprad.io, your go-to podcast and YouTube blog for all things related to the German startup scene. In today's episode, we have a special treat for you as our host, Jörn "Joe" Menninger, takes the mic solo to share his insights from a recent visit to Huawei Connect in Paris. Unfortunately, the planned interview with an AI startup from this event had to be rescheduled, but Joe is excited to...
Published 11/23/23