Category Archives: Berlin

Adyen to Acquire Talon.One for €750 Million to Strengthen Real-Time Commerce and Customer Engagement Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Adyen has agreed to acquire Talon.One for €750 million, aiming to strengthen its Unified Commerce strategy by integrating real-time decisioning capabilities into its global payments platform. The deal will enable merchants to better connect online and offline customer … Read the full press release

Delivery Hero Study Reveals €62 Billion Economic Impact Highlighting Platform’s Role in Global Job Creation and Commerce Growth

(IN BRIEF) Delivery Hero has published its first socio-economic study, showing that its platform generates approximately €62.7 billion in annual GDP impact and supports around 2.5 million jobs worldwide. Conducted by the Centre for Economics and Business Research, the analysis … Read the full press release

Zalando Expands Plus Loyalty Programme Through Strategic Partnership with Wolt to Offer Everyday Lifestyle Benefits

(IN BRIEF) Zalando has partnered with Wolt to introduce Wolt+ as a new benefit for members of its Plus loyalty programme, marking the first time the service extends beyond Zalando’s own platform. The initiative allows Plus members in multiple European … Read the full press release

ZF Friedrichshafen Showcases Advanced Electric Driveline and Predictive Maintenance Solutions at Bus2Bus 2026

(IN BRIEF) ZF Friedrichshafen will showcase a range of new technologies at Bus2Bus 2026 in Berlin, focusing on advancing sustainable and efficient public transport. Key innovations include predictive maintenance software integrated into its AxTrax 2 LF system, the high-performance CeTrax … Read the full press release

Zalando and VORN Launch New Design Academy Program to Advance Digital Grading and Inclusive Fashion

(IN BRIEF) Zalando has launched the fifth edition of its Design Academy, challenging 100 designers to rethink clothing fit through digital grading and inclusive design practices. In partnership with VORN – The Berlin Fashion Hub, the 16-week program focuses on … Read the full press release

AFRY Secures Major Contract with Berliner Wasserbetriebe to Enhance Water Treatment Capacity in Berlin

(IN BRIEF) AFRY and Holinger have been awarded a contract by Berliner Wasserbetriebe to design a new ozone-based fourth treatment stage at Berlin’s Münchehofe wastewater plant. Serving around 300,000 residents, the facility will benefit from enhanced removal of micropollutants, supporting … Read the full press release

Fraunhofer Highlights Digital Health Solutions and AI Applications for Modern Healthcare Systems at DMEA 2026

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft will showcase a range of digital health innovations at DMEA 2026 in Berlin, focusing on improving medical data analysis, clinical decision-making, and administrative efficiency. Five institutes will present technologies including AI-driven symptom tracking, visual analytics for nephrology, … Read the full press release

Adyen Giving Program Scales Internationally as adidas Extends Donation Feature Across New Markets

(IN BRIEF) Adyen is expanding its checkout-based donation feature, Adyen Giving, in partnership with adidas to additional markets across Europe and Latin America. The initiative allows customers to donate to organizations such as UNHCR and Special Olympics during the checkout … Read the full press release

SGS Becomes First Accredited Provider of ELISA Corn Trait Testing in Canada Strengthening Seed Diagnostics

(IN BRIEF) SGS has been authorized by Bayer Crop Science to conduct corn trait testing in Canada, providing a domestic alternative to U.S.-based laboratories. The move enables faster turnaround times, reduces logistical uncertainties, and supports more reliable decision-making for Canadian … Read the full press release

Zalando Introduces Advanced Robotics Solution to Overcome Shoebox Automation Challenges in Fashion Logistics

(IN BRIEF) Zalando is expanding its logistics automation strategy by deploying up to 50 AI-powered robots from Nomagic across its European fulfilment network. The initiative introduces a new solution for handling shoeboxes, a traditionally difficult task for automation, using advanced … Read the full press release

Zalando Reports Strong 2025 Growth Driven by AI Innovation, ABOUT YOU Integration and Expanding Fashion Platform

(IN BRIEF) Zalando reported strong financial results for 2025, with GMV increasing to €17.6 billion, revenue reaching €12.3 billion and adjusted EBIT rising to €591 million. Growth was supported by the integration of ABOUT YOU, expansion of the company’s B2C … Read the full press release

Eckert & Ziegler Supports Development of DARPin Radiolabeled Cancer Therapies Using Actinium-225 and Lutetium-177

(IN BRIEF) Eckert & Ziegler SE and Molecular Partners AG have entered into a partnership to develop and potentially manufacture DARPin-based radiopharmaceutical therapies for cancer treatment. Eckert & Ziegler will provide development services for Radio-DARPins using Actinium-225 and Lutetium-177 isotopes, … Read the full press release

Delivery Hero Achieves Integrated Verticals Break-Even While Expanding Quick Commerce Operations in 2025

(IN BRIEF) Delivery Hero reported strong preliminary results for 2025, with GMV and revenue growth accompanied by improved profitability and more than €200 million in free cash flow. The company achieved over €900 million in Adjusted EBITDA and reached break-even … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom and Qunnect Demonstrate Quantum Teleportation Over Commercial Fiber Network in Berlin

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom’s T-Labs and Qunnect have demonstrated quantum teleportation over 30 kilometers of live commercial fiber in Berlin, achieving an average fidelity of 90 percent while operating alongside regular network traffic. The field trial used commercially available entanglement … Read the full press release

Axel Springer Divests Consulting Arm as Leadership Team Takes Full Ownership to Drive Next Growth Phase

(IN BRIEF) Axel Springer hy GmbH is becoming an independent, partner-owned consultancy under the name hy Consulting after its leadership team acquired all shares through a management buy-out. The new structure allows the firm to operate autonomously while maintaining its … Read the full press release

Lily Collins to Front Major Seasonal Campaigns as Zalando Strengthens Connection Between Personal Style and Digital Retail

(IN BRIEF) Zalando has appointed Lily Collins as its first-ever global brand ambassador in a year-long partnership spanning campaigns, curated fashion edits and appearances tied to major moments in the fashion calendar. Launching with the Spring/Summer 2026 campaign, the collaboration … Read the full press release

SGS and Berlin Healthtech Startup theblood Form Strategic Partnership to Validate Menstrual Blood Diagnostics for Women’s Health

(IN BRIEF) SGS has partnered with Berlin-based healthtech startup theblood to support the development and validation of diagnostic tools based on menstrual blood. Acting as an independent quality and validation partner, SGS will apply its pharmaceutical and bioanalytical expertise to … Read the full press release

Zalando and Leading Retailers Launch Unified HREDD Questionnaire and One Retail Hub to Streamline Supply Chain Due Diligence

(IN BRIEF) A group of leading European fashion retailers, together with Cascale and Fair Wear, has launched the Retailer Brand Due Diligence Questionnaire and One Retail Hub to streamline Human Rights and Environmental Due Diligence in apparel and footwear supply … Read the full press release

DNV Leads €37 Million Growth Financing to Scale Recare’s AI Platform for Hospitals and Care Facilities

(IN BRIEF) DNV has led a growth financing round of up to €37 million for Recare, enabling the Berlin-based health tech company to scale its AI-driven platform for hospital discharge and aftercare coordination. With participation from CIBC Innovation Banking, the … Read the full press release

Zalando Visionary Award 2026 Recognises INSTITUTION for Craftsmanship, Community Impact and Cultural Storytelling

(IN BRIEF) Zalando has awarded Milan-based brand INSTITUTION the Zalando Visionary Award 2026, recognising its social-artistic ethos, commitment to craftsmanship and dedication to preserving artisanal skills. Founded by Galib Gassanoff, the brand stood out among finalists KYLE HO and Milk … Read the full press release