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AI and defense boom push German startups to unicorn record

Original: KI-Boom und Rüstung bringen Rekord bei Milliarden-Start-ups Die deutsche Gründerbranche bringt immer mehr Milliarden-Sta

Germany's startup scene is producing record numbers of billion-dollar companies, driven by the artificial intelligence boom and rising defense spending. New unicorns include fintechs Trade Republic and N26, alongside newcomers like software firm Osapiens and defense company Stark Defense. The record reflects a broader shift in investor interest toward AI applications and the defense sector amid changed geopolitical conditions.

Why now: A record year for German unicorns signals a structural shift toward AI and defense investment that is drawing broad attention.

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• KI-Boom und Rüstung bringen Rekord bei Milliarden-Start-ups Die deutsche Gründerbranche bringt immer mehr Milliarden-Start-ups hervor. Dazu gehören etwa Trade Republic und N26, aber auch die Softwarefirma Osapiens und die Rüstungsfirma Stark Defense. ➡️ https://www.… · tagesschau@ard.social · 8

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