Berlin news and trends

Siri Sending Money Via N26
Mobile Applications // September 14, 2016

Siri can do lots of things. Now, she can help you send money. Startup bank N26 (formerly Number26) out of Berlin just launched the ability for customers to request, send and receive money transfers to and from their fellow N26 contacts via Apple’s iPhone personal...

More And More London Startups Eyeing Berlin
International // July 20, 2016

The long-held notion that FinTech players could be leaving London, widely regarded as a breeding ground for tech innovation, may be starting to bear fruit, and as some have speculated, Berlin looms large. Reuters reported on Monday (July 18) that as many as 10 London-based startups have been reviewing...

Could Berlin Steal London’s FinTech Capital Throne?
International // July 07, 2016

As the Brexit fallout continues, it looks as though Berlin may be stepping up to replace London as Europe’s top FinTech capital. With the U.K. making its monumental decision to exit the European Union last week, The Financial Times reported today (July 7) that Germany...

Berlin Sources Britain’s Talent Amid Brexit Fallout
International // June 28, 2016

In the aftermath of Britain’s monumental decision to leave the European Union, the Berlin Senator for Economics and Technology has reportedly been busy reaching out to startups and global funds in London. As the Brexit dust settles, many of Britain’s tech players may look to...

Quick Reads
Volkswagen Rolls Out WeShare In Berlin

June 27, 2019
With a new carsharing service that is like GM’s Maven or Car2Go but has all-electric vehicles, Volkswagen is rolling out WeShare in Berlin. The company is debuting 1,500 Volkswagen e-Golf cars for its fleet of on-demand rentals in the European city, according to reports. The service has a coverage area that encompasses the center of […]

More And More London Startups Eyeing Berlin

July 20, 2016
The long-held notion that FinTech players could be leaving London, widely regarded as a breeding ground for tech innovation, may be starting to bear fruit, and as some have speculated, Berlin...

Berlin Tech Startup Aims To Simplify Bus Travel

February 18, 2015
Booking intercity travel by bus isn’t as easy as it is by plane when booking through a company. But shouldn’t it be? That’s where Distribusion rolls in — the Berlin tech...