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Germany's startup ecosystem shows a clear focus on deep tech and artificial intelligence. Many of its leading companies are building foundational technologies in these fields.
For example, AI defense company Helsing has raised €1.4B, while translation service DeepL has secured $400M in funding. These companies represent the top tier of Germany's growing list of successful ventures.
Below is our list of 100 Germany startups worth keeping an eye on.
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Get the Sheet for $50DeepL builds AI-powered communication tools that provide highly accurate language translation and professional writing improvements. Their AI models produce exceptionally nuanced and natural-sounding translations, capturing subtleties other tools often miss.
n8n builds a workflow automation tool designed to connect different applications and streamline business processes. The platform stands out by integrating AI capabilities, allowing for more sophisticated and intelligent automation solutions.
Helsing develops artificial intelligence to support defense and national security missions for democratic governments. Their software integrates with military hardware, like drones, to process live data and provide critical situational awareness.
Quantum Systems builds AI-powered eVTOL drones for defense, security, and surveying. Their unmanned aircraft are designed to provide aerial intelligence and mapping solutions for complex missions.
Black Forest Labs develops advanced generative deep learning models for creating images and videos. They are building their technology with an emphasis on broad accessibility and transparency.
Cognigy builds an enterprise conversational AI platform to automate customer and employee support processes. Their technology enables companies to deploy intelligent voice and chatbots that can handle complex service inquiries.
FERNRIDE offers a ground autonomy platform for the scalable automation of industrial vehicles. Their technology combines autonomous driving with human-led teleoperation to make logistics yards and shipping terminals more efficient and safe.
Upvest builds an investment API that allows other companies to embed investment services directly into their own applications. Their platform handles the complex financial and regulatory infrastructure, enabling businesses to offer a range of assets to their customers.
Parloa builds a conversational AI platform that automates customer service interactions across voice and digital channels. Their platform uses generative AI to power human-like conversations, helping companies resolve customer inquiries more effectively.
GetYourGuide runs an online marketplace where travelers can book thousands of tours, attractions, and activities around the globe. The platform helps people discover unique experiences and simplify their travel planning with its massive, curated selection.
The top 10 are just a small glimpse of the activity happening across Germany right now. New founders are busy building in fields like AI and finance, having raised over $20 billion between them.
Some are just getting started, while others are scaling quickly. Here is a look at 90 more companies that are part of what makes Germany's startup scene so exciting.
| Startup | Industry | Year Founded | Amount Raised | Last Funding Round |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fintech | 2022 | $6.7M | Seed | |
| AI | 2018 | $375.5M | Series D | |
| Hardware | 2022 | $92.7M | Grant | |
| AI | 2024 | $750k | Pre-Seed | |
| Fintech | 2014 | $481M | Series E | |
| Energy | 2023 | $196.5M | Series A | |
| AI | 2022 | $22.6M | Series A | |
| Enterprise | 2019 | $17.2M | Series A | |
| Cloud | 2006 | $308.1M | Series C | |
| AI | 2018 | $38.6M | Debt Financing | |
| AI | 2019 | $185M | Series B | |
| AI | 2023 | $7M | Seed | |
| Enterprise | 2014 | $305.8M | Series E | |
| Fintech | 2015 | $621.1M | Series G | |
| Manufacturing | 2013 | $240M | Debt Financing | |
| Enterprise | 2018 | $57M | Series B | |
| Fintech | 2007 | $60.4M | Private Equity | |
| SaaS | 2022 | $14.2M | Series A | |
| Hardware | 2021 | $157M | Debt Financing | |
| Mobility | 1937 | $35M | Grant | |
| AI | 2021 | $19M | Series A | |
| Cloud | 2013 | $349.6M | Series F | |
| Healthcare | 2022 | $200M | Private Equity | |
| Media | 2018 | $10M | Series A | |
| Logistics | 2012 | $749.5M | Private Equity | |
| Hardware | 2003 | $850M | Undisclosed | |
| Retail | 2011 | $131.3M | Series C | |
| Mobility | 2021 | $52.2M | Series A | |
| AgTech | 2024 | $11.7M | Seed | |
| Hardware | 2018 | $124.9M | Series C | |
| Mobility | 2019 | $2.1B | Debt Financing | |
| Manufacturing | 2019 | $29.6M | Series A | |
| AI | 2010 | $12M | Debt Financing | |
| AI | 2023 | $6.5M | Seed | |
| Manufacturing | 2018 | €13M | Series A | |
| Media | 2012 | $73.7M | Equity Crowdfunding | |
| Logistics | 1969 | SEK32M | Corporate Round | |
| Hardware | 2022 | CA$700M | Grant | |
| Media | 2007 | $542.8M | Corporate Round | |
| Energy | 2020 | $9M | Seed | |
| Manufacturing | 2022 | $7M | Seed | |
| Marketing | 2020 | $1.1B | Series D | |
| Mobility | 2018 | $614.6M | Convertible Note | |
| Enterprise | 2008 | $107M | Series B | |
| Hardware | 2021 | $29.1M | Series B | |
| AI | 2025 | $7M | Seed | |
| Manufacturing | 2018 | $62M | Series A | |
| Fintech | 2020 | $225.1M | Series B | |
| Fintech | 2013 | $1.7B | Series E | |
| AI | 2021 | $31M | Series A | |
| Mobility | 2021 | $652.5M | Venture Round | |
| Media | 2008 | $442M | Corporate Round | |
| Hardware | 1999 | $162.2M | Debt Financing | |
| Fintech | 1983 | $1.6B | Debt Financing | |
| Media | 2013 | $596M | Debt Financing | |
| Retail | 2008 | $100M | Venture Round | |
| Biotech | 2008 | $111M | Venture Round | |
| GovTech | 2024 | $77.3M | Venture Round | |
| AI | 2018 | $19.8M | Series A | |
| AI | 2023 | $14M | Venture Round | |
| Crypto | 2015 | $1.3B | Series C | |
| Energy | 2009 | $149.9M | Debt Financing | |
| AI | 2019 | $533.6M | Secondary Market | |
| AI | 2023 | $2.7M | Pre-Seed | |
| Sports | 2011 | $609.2M | Series G | |
| Mobility | 2021 | $196.8M | Series B | |
| SaaS | 2020 | $52.1M | Series B | |
| Media | 2017 | $12.3M | Series A | |
| Environment | 2018 | $3.3M | Convertible Note | |
| Media | 2011 | $203.5M | Series G | |
| AI | 2018 | $46.1M | Series B | |
| AI | 2016 | $73.2M | Series A | |
| Fintech | 2018 | $9.9M | Series A | |
| Infrastructure | 2018 | $78.3M | Series B | |
| Logistics | 2016 | $593.4M | Series D | |
| Infrastructure | 2020 | $27M | Seed | |
| AI | 2023 | $4.3M | Seed | |
| Enterprise | 2021 | $52.8M | Series A | |
| Fintech | 2021 | $59.4M | Venture Round | |
| Automation | 2020 | $60.5M | Series B | |
| Enterprise | 2021 | $103.6M | Debt Financing | |
| AI | 2023 | $29M | Series A | |
| Analytics | 2019 | $32.5M | Series A | |
| Other | 2022 | $4.3M | Seed | |
| SaaS | 2023 | $10.3M | Seed | |
| Design | 2012 | $52M | Series C | |
| AI | 2018 | $270.1M | Venture Round | |
| Media | 2021 | $2.7B | Secondary Market | |
| Mobility | 2009 | $52.7M | Grant | |
| Education | 2012 | $275M | Venture Round |
