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DEEP TECH AWARD 2023

DEEP TECH location

A nationwide unique ecosystem for IT developers

The global metropolis Berlin has evolved into a leading hub for information and communication technologies in Germany and Europe. Information and communication technologies have become key technologies for Berlin’s economic location. They drive innovation, ensure productivity growth, and contribute to securing economic growth, prosperity, and jobs in the future.

Hotspot for innovative technology products

Berlin has positioned itself as one of the leading Deep Tech hubs in Germany and Europe. As an open, young, and dynamic metropolis, Berlin attracts startups, investment capital, and international experts from science, research, and business. This location provides ideal conditions for the development and commercialization of the latest technology applications.

The increasing demand for Deep Tech products and solutions is becoming a sustainable and significant driver of growth for Berlin. At the same time, the development of corresponding solutions and products for companies presents particular challenges due to the combination of hardware and software components, such as long development processes, high innovation costs, and high risks.

Technology and application fields

Technology and application fields
Artificial intelligence, photonics and quantum technologies, robotics, sustainable and social impact, Web 3: DLT, blockchain & metaverse represent just a subset of the technology and application fields subsumed under “Deep Tech.” Due to the innovation potential of these fields and their significance for the further development of the economic location Berlin, they are additionally supported by the Deep Tech Berlin campaign.

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The successful Deep Tech hub of Berlin attracts creative and visionary tech talents from all around the world. Many of them have written impressive success stories here with their innovative business ideas. Especially in the fields of Artificial Intelligence, Web3 – DLT, Blockchain, NFT & Metaverse, Robotics, Photonics & Quantum Technologies, and Industry 4.0, as well as Social & Sustainable Impact, global players, SMEs, founders, and researchers from Berlin achieve remarkable accomplishments.

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Application field: Social & Sustainable Impact

Deep Tech has revolutionized traditional industries and has introduced new solutions and products that have particularly facilitated everyday life during the COVID-19 pandemic amidst the restricted living conditions. Application field: Social & Sustainable Impact

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Technology field: Artificial Intelligence

Berlin has evolved into a national and international hotspot for AI. From science and research to a diverse AI business landscape, including meetups, conferences, incubators, accelerators, investors, and associations, Berlin offers a broad portfolio to advance Artificial Intelligence. Technology field: Artificial Intelligence

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Technology field: Robotics

Robotics from Berlin - The capital actively drives research and innovation in robotics, providing a unique platform for science and industry, and developing pioneering solutions for manufacturing, medical technology, and logistics. Technology field: Robotics

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Technology Field: Web3 – DLT, Blockchain, NFTs & Metaverse

Berlin is Germany's blockchain hotspot. In recent years, more and more IT specialists in the capital have joined forces to develop decentralized solutions together in the fields of FinTech, energy, administration, logistics, and distribution. Technology Field: Web3 – DLT, Blockchain, NFTs & Metaverse