Cracking the Code: Proven Enterprise GTM Strategies for AI Startups from Industry Insiders

Discover proven GTM strategies for AI startups breaking into enterprise markets. Learn from industry leaders at Hugging Face, Asana, and Prewave about founder-led sales, pricing for value, targeting ICPs, and more. Craft your AI narrative and seize the massive enterprise opportunity.

Why We Invested in Firsty: Democratizing Global Mobile Data with eSims

Firsty, a next-generation telecom provider, is breaking new ground by offering free mobile data globally, upending the slow-moving telecommunications industry. 

Navigating the AI Era: A Survival Guide for B2B SaaS Founders

There's no denying that we have firmly entered the AI era. But how and when should B2B SaaS founders begin implementing AI into their products and services? Frederik Hagenauer shares 3 concrete pieces of advice.

How Revyze is shaping the future of education for Gen Z

We are constantly on the lookout for innovative companies that have the potential to reshape industries and create lasting impact. That’s exactly what we found in Revyze, a Paris-based Edtech redefining how Gen Z approaches learning.

Smart Solutions in Healthcare: How AI is Shaping the Future of Medicine

Speedinvest joins forces with Dealroom to take a detailed dive into the current landscape of trends, emerging technologies, and young companies using AI to shape the future of medicine.

The Rise of Moove: Key Learnings from Africa’s Mobility Fintech Pioneer

Learn the strategic decisions and pivotal moments that have propelled Moove from a startup in Nigeria to an international mobility player with a $100M investment from Uber and Mubadala.

Why & How Early-Stage Startups Should Start Preparing for IPO Comms Now

Facing an IPO is a daunting task for any founder, regardless of your experience. For a comprehensive guide on IPO communications, we reached out to Katharina Berlet, a seasoned communications expert with extensive experience in guiding companies through the IPO process.

How Breathe Battery Technologies Is Making Batteries Better

Developing sustainable batteries is more vital than ever before. That's where Breathe Battery Technologies comes in. The London startup is building batteries with faster charging, greater cycle life, and zero compromise on safety.

Deepfake Detection: Separating Fact From Fiction

Speedinvest's Anne Roellgen deep dives into deepfake detection technology and separates fact from fiction with insights from Parya Lotfi, Mark Evenblij, Dr. Bernd Pichlmayer, and Dr. Alexander Godulla.

How To Build an AI-Enabled Marketplace in 3 Steps

Speedinvest's Sameer Singh breaks down how to build an AI-enabled marketplaces in three steps with exclusive insights from Ronan Harvey-Kelly and Pete Flint.

The Benefits of Coaching for Early-Stage Startup Founders

Professional coaching is one of those investments many startup founders view as a ‘nice to have,’ but it’s often not a priority. Dr. Tünde Erdös shares the benefits of professional coaching and why founders should make it a priority.

TechBio Startup Overview: Analysis and Key Drivers of the Industry

Speedinvest's Daria Gherghelas and Estelle Botbol share key takeaways and the industry drivers behind TechBio in our latest report.

5 Keys to Scaling Your Climate Tech Hardware Startup

Speedinvest's Sophia Escheu shares the five keys to scaling your climate tech hardware startup from our co-authored playbook sharing the strategies, insights, and resources you need to kick off your climate hardware journey.

Communications Strategy for Startups From Our Network of Experts

Nail down the communication strategy for your startup: From how to write a press release and get media coverage to building your brand identity and more.

What Is Crisis Communication? Everything Startups Need To Know

Speedinvest speaks with Michael Hoare about how founders can identify a crisis before it happens, when to notify customers or media about a crisis, when to try and solve a crisis internally, as well as basic steps founders on a budget can follow to prepare for a crisis on their own.

How to Get Press Coverage for Your Startup at Seed Stage in 2024

Looking to get press coverage for your Seed-stage startup? We asked PR pro, Martin Bryant, how to grab the attention of tech journalists.

Core Banking Software’s Evolution to a Cloud-Native Solution

Speedinvest's Tom Filip Lesche and Wissam Nasreddine discuss the evolution of core banking software and why we invested in Tuum's cloud-native solution.

Speedinvest Closes Oversubscribed Fourth Flagship Fund at €350 Million, €50 Million Above Target

The final close of Speedinvest 4 – €50 million above target – brings Speedinvest’s total assets raised for its fourth fund generation to more than €600M, including follow-on vehicles for its existing portfolio.

Sector-focused Predictions in 2024 for Founders From Early-Stage Investors

Our Speedinvest investors share their exclusive insights on what tech founders need to know to succeed in Deep Tech, Fintech, Health & TechBio, Climate Tech & Industrial Tech, Marketplaces, & Consumer and SaaS & Infra in 2024.

What Should European Tech Founders Be Prepared For In 2024?

Speedinvest's Oliver Holle breaks down what European tech founders need to be prepared for to succeed in 2024.

German Tech Startups | A Look at Speedinvest's Portfolio in Germany

Speedinvest investors dive deep into some of the top German tech startups in our portfolio and the opportunities they see for further investment in their sectors.

Austrian Tech Startups | A Look at Speedinvest's Portfolio in Austria

Our Speedinvest investors dive deep into some of the top Austrian tech startups in our portfolio and the opportunities we see in each sector for further investment.

UK Tech Startups | A Look at Speedinvest's Portfolio in the UK

Our Speedinvest investors dive deep into some of the top UK tech startups in our portfolio and the opportunities we see in each sector for further investment.

Spanish Tech Startups | A Look at Speedinvest's Portfolio in Spain

Speedinvest investors dive deep into some of the top Spanish tech startups in our portfolio and the opportunities they see for further investment in their sectors.

French Tech Startups | A Look at Speedinvest's Portfolio in France

Speedinvest investors dive deep into some of the top French tech startups in our portfolio and the opportunities they see for further investment in their sectors.

Why Marketplace Startups Must Embrace Change, AI, and Gen Z

Speedinvest's Jeroen Arts and Katharine Spooner discuss the importance of adaptability for marketplace startups and the role Gen Z and AI will continue to play.

How Raus Battles Cheap Flights to Offer Sustainable Nature Getaways

Raus, a Berlin-based startup, battles cheap flights by offering guests sustainable nature getaways to help combat climate anxiety and the stress of city life.

GP Bullhound Awards Speedinvest Seed Fund of the Year

GP Bullhound announced that Speedinvest is the winner of their coveted Seed Fund of the Year award, beating out strong competition from the likes of LocalGlobe, Seedcamp, IQ Capital, High-Tech Gründerfonds, and more.

How To Build a Brand: Tips and Best Practices From an Expert

Speedinvest speaks with Saskia Ketz about how to build a brand for an early-stage startup, discussing everything from how much time founders should invest in branding and where to begin.

How To Evaluate Your Business Idea in Just Five Minutes

Speedinvest's Philip Specht and Sameer Singh share how to evaluate your marketplace business idea in just five minutes using their revamped network effects scorecard.

Femtech Investment: Analysis and Key Drivers of the Industry

VCs invested $1 billion in early-stage femtech in 2022. Speedinvest's Daria Gherghelas and Estelle Botbol untangle the data and introduce 440-plus femtech startups.

Full Stack Marketplace: Layers You Can Add On Top of Your Marketplace

Speedinvest's Maximilian Wilhelm discusses the full stack marketplace with exclusive insights from experts, like Pete Flint, Charlotte Cadé, Yann Ranchere, and more.

How NeoCarbon Is Using Direct Air Capture To Combat Climate Change

NeoCarbon is making direct air capture cheaper, more energy efficient, and more scalable than ever to combat climate change. Here's how.

Non-Dilutive Funding For Startups All Across Europe

Speedinvest's Estelle Botbol explains what non-dilutive funding is and shares non-dilutive funding options for startups from all across Europe.

How To Monetize Your Marketplace Business in 2023

Speedinvest's Marc Mühling shares how to monetize your marketplace business with insights from marketplaces professionals from Accel, NFX, Timberhub, and more.

Crypto Trading with Regulation-First Approach: Our Investment in One Trading

Bitpanda Pro is now One Trading. The only regulated trading platform that can issue structured products at scale, will operate as an independent entity with a separate, dedicated founding team.

SaaS Pricing Strategies and Tactics for Early-Stage Founders

Speedinvest's Audrey Handem shares how to choose the right pricing strategy for your startup and establish a qualified buyer persona, as well as some top tactics used by our portfolio companies June.so and Gitpod.

Top Areas for Starting a Marketplace Business Today

Speedinvest's Marc Mühling shares insights from marketplaces professionals (Accel, NFX, Eurazeo, EQT Growth, Vinted, and Timberhub) and dives deeper into each of the untapped opportunities in the space.

Investment Terminology For Beginners: What Founders Need To Know

Speedinvest's Tara Schoeller-Burke and Nora Frizberg break down the investment terminology founders need to know as the fundraise and prepare to sign term sheets.

Strengths and Challenges for the European Startup Ecosystem: An Interview with NEA

Speedinvest's Andreas Schwarzenbrunner chats with Philip Chopin, Managing Director of NEA, UK, about his thoughts on the strengths and challenges of the European startup ecosystem.

What These 3 Investors Want From A Founding Management Team

Speedinvest's Andreas Schwarzenbrunner speaks with Andrea Helbig, Partner at Atomico, Rebecka Löthman, Director at Inventures, and Katharina Wilhelm, Partner at Index Venture, about what they look for in a startup's founding management team.

Europe's Most Comprehensive Startup Ecosystem Overview

Speedinvest's Andreas Schwarzenbrunner breaks down the results from one of the most comprehensive surveys ever conducted of European venture capitalists.