Germany’s startup sector hits record growth as AI drives funding. More than 3,000 startups were founded in Germany in the first half of 2026, up 52% from the previous six months. German startups raised €8 billion in venture capital through September, while around one-third of new companies focus on AI. The trend shows how AI investment is accelerating despite wider industrial weakness. 🔗 http://rmb.reuters.com/rmd/rss/item/tag:reuters.com,2026:newsml_KBN3VM13Y5?channel=frL012 #AI #Startup #VC