20VC: From Selling 75% of Trade Republic for €600K to Raising $1.3BN at a $5.3BN Valuation, The Biggest Fundraising Lessons Having Raised $1.3BN From the Best in the World; Trade Republic CEO, Christian Hecker and Creandum General Partner Johan Brenner

This podcast episode explores the journey of N26 and Trade Republic, two leading startups in Europe. It highlights the challenges faced by early-stage startups, the importance of product-market fit, and the complexities of fundraising and board management. The episode also discusses the changing marketing landscape, the challenges of the EU tech ecosystem, and the need for Europe to think bigger and invest in early-stage ventures. Overall, the episode provides valuable insights into the successes, challenges, and future aspirations of two of Europe's most promising startups.