
Jul 20, 2026
A busy week in the German startup ecosystem sees serial founder Hans-Joachim Schröder back roll-up platform IX Gruppe, InsurTech Genki expand via acquisition, and Norwegian energy tech firm Volue move into automated power trading. Here's what you need to know.
Startups
M&A
InsurTech

Jun 27, 2026
Y Combinator-backed insurtech startup Corgi is pushing back against accusations from open source document-sharing tool Papermark, which claims Corgi lifted its software wholesale. The dispute is shining a harsh light on the risks of AI-assisted 'vibe coding' in early-stage startups.
AI development
insurtech
Open Source