STIFT
Government fundSeed–Series A
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Investment thesis
STIFT is a Thuringia-based foundation that supports the regional innovation ecosystem in Germany and backs newly founded technology-oriented companies. It acts as a co-investor in early-stage financing rounds for high-tech startups, evaluating opportunities on innovation and entrepreneurial potential rather than a specific industry focus. Its investment activity is concentrated in the Thuringia region.
Investments · 1 tracked
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Frequently asked questions
- What stage does STIFT invest at?
- STIFT invests at the Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does STIFT focus on?
- STIFT focuses on Deep Tech, Sector Agnostic.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
from their channel2026 SMW Vortrag: Die Funktionsweise des Gehirns durch das Auge der Fliege betrachtet.
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2026 SMWT Vortrag: Supraleitung – vom Phänomen zur Schlüsseltechnologie des 21. Jahrhunderts
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2026 SMWT Vortrag: Frei fließende Flüsse als Schlüssel für Biodiversität und Klimaanpassung
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2026 SMW Vortrag: Moore und Permafrost: Funktionen &Entwicklungen mit Fokus auf arktische Regionen
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2026 SMWT Vortrag: Wie man Systeme fair macht – Matching-Ideen für Schule, Uni und Alltag
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2026 SMWT Vortrag: Magnetismus im Miniaturformat: Ultraklein, ultraschnell und ultraspannend!
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