Tech and Innovation in Germany
German tech has long been experiencing robust growth. Hardware sales revenues are growing at almost seven times the rate of Germany's economy, driven by mechanical engineering and particularly the Industry 4.0 megatrend. There are also highly advanced larger SMEs, known as "hidden champions." Two such examples are recylehero, an e-cargo bike recycling service, and Freispace, an employee management software platform for studios, equipment, and employees. The German Tech Scene Germany may be best known for its luxury cars and dark beer, but its tech scene is also vibrant. Germany stands as one of Europe's top contenders in key deep tech fields such as cybersecurity, autonomous vehicles, and robotics. Germany's vibrant ecosystem has experienced an investment boom over recent years, spurred on by both established industry players and startups alike. One notable startup from Germany is Infineon, known for making microchips used by electronic devices. Other noteworthy