Analysis

May 19, 2023

15 DACH startups to watch, according to VCs

From a startup recycling key metals from end-of-life lithium-ion batteries to one tackling agricultural emissions, these are the DACH startups you need to know about

Tom Nugent

6 min read

The DACH region — encompassing Germany, Austria and Switzerland — has had mixed fortunes lately. Though funding in Germany was on a downward slide last year, Switzerland had its best year yet for VC investment while Austria followed up a breakout 2021 with its second best year for funding.

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Tom Nugent

Tom Nugent is Sifted’s managing editor. He covers university spinouts and robotics. Follow him on X and LinkedIn

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