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The Cologne startup scene remains dynamic. Here are some of the most promising, especially young, Cologne start-ups that we are following more closely. These include: Onthego, Unlock AI, AV8, Typus and FreshX Technology.

Cologne and the surrounding area are a good place to live, celebrate and start a business. In the past few weeks and months, exciting new startups have emerged in the cathedral city. Some of these companies are presented here.
Onthego
Onthego is a “mobile AI-based software solution for more efficiency in sales and service as an add-on for every CRM & ERP system”. “We’re the cheat codes for service and sales teams: lower costs, more deals, zero stress,” says the team led by founder Boris Frost.
Unlock AI
Behind Unlock AI, launched by Hendrik Lennarz and Bastian Willers, is an “AI agent for B2B lead generation”. “This AI agent for B2B lead generation either replaces your B2B marketing agency or fills exactly this gap in your team,” explains the startup.
AV8
The still new company AV8, founded by Luca Jelin de Weber and Paul Henri Eichhorn, is bringing “the world’s first ready-to-drink coconut water with prebiotics onto the market”. “AV8 stands for modern coconut water that redefines enjoyment – functional, high-quality and stylish,” it says.
type
Typus, founded by Han Cheol Yi, offers a SaaS solution that provides a web-based platform for architectural visualization. “It offers seamless plugin integrations with leading architectural software solutions. This integration allows architects to visualize their models directly from their preferred programs, optimizing the workflow and further enhancing efficiency,” says the team.
FreshX Technology
The startup FreshX Technology, founded by Patrick Peter and Torben Riege, is developing a wearable device with multimodal sensor technology that can determine the shelf life of fish, meat and seafood within seconds.
Get started in Cologne – #Koelnbusiness
In our focus on Cologne, we highlight the dynamic startup ecosystem of the Rhine metropolis. What are the conditions for founders, what investments flow into innovative ideas and which startups provide new impetus? Around 800 startups have already chosen Cologne as their location – supported by a lively start-up scene, a strong investor landscape and numerous coworking spaces, trade fairs and networking events. As a central contact point for the startup and innovation scene, the Cologne Business Economic Development Agency strengthens the framework conditions for founders, connects them with investors and offers targeted support. This section is supported by KölnBusiness. #Koelnbusiness on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

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