Leipziger Wasserwerke (LWW) supplies drinking water to more than 660,000 people in the Leipzig region and operates five waterworks and 25 wastewater treatment plants.  With increasing connectivity in industrial control systems, cybersecurity in operational technology (OT) becomes a core requirement for reliable operations.To strengthen its security architecture, LWW had already separated office IT from process control networks and introduced defined security zones. The next step was to validate this setup, create full transparency across the network, and identify potential vulnerabilities. This is where venture clienting became relevant: instead of building internal solutions, LWW worked with a specialized technology provider to address a defined challenge. Through a structured collaboration, SpinLab alumni Rhebo from class 2 supported LWW in reviewing and improving its OT network security.  

The era of digital therapies is gaining traction in Germany. Since the introduction of the DiGA (digital health applications) process in 2020, over a hundred different apps and web solutions have become available on prescription. The aim is to provide evidence-based, modular support for chronic diseases, mental health issues and rehabilitation using digital tools, in line with guidelines. According to DIGA Report 2024, doctors are increasingly using DiGAs, with over one million prescriptions already issued and the market growing rapidly. 

When it comes to startup growth, nothing beats the founder's initial hard work. From direct customer conversations to structured pipeline management, sales success is built on foundational principles. 

“Fail fast, learn faster” - this is not only a common mantra in the startup cosmos, but also a bitter reality in many cases. The road to a successful startup is rocky, full of setbacks and failed ideas. But what if the reason for failure is not the product or the market, but the founder themselves?

Our CEO and founder Eric Weber shares his latest analysis, giving you insights into what’s happening in the startup and venture capital world - globally, nationally, and at the regional level. This is the second part. Check out the first part here.

A family office is a private wealth management advisory firm created by high-net-worth families to manage their financial affairs. These offices provide a range of services beyond simple investment management, including estate planning, tax optimization, philanthropic efforts, and more. The family office is typically founded by founders or wealthy families who require specialized, personalized management of their assets.

Your comprehensive guide to the most impactful healthcare event recommendations and digital health events in Europe - curated specifically for digital health and medtech startups by SpinLab Coach David Blazek.

Venture debt has long been widespread in the U.S. and Israel, but it only started gaining traction in Germany in 2018, when Silicon Valley Bank established its European branch. This marked the introduction of tailored loan products specifically designed for startups in the region.

At this year’s HHL SpinLab Investors Day #15, more than 200 guests, including venture capital funds, business angels, and corporates from all over Europe – France, Belgium, Tallinn, Poland, and Italy – came to Leipzig. One of this year's topics was shifting from software to hardware startups.