
Next Big Thing AG is a venture studio based in Berlin, Germany, focusing on the Machine Economy. It supports a diverse portfolio of deep-tech ventures, providing long-term assistance to founders in building tech-enabled businesses that create real-world impact. The company aims to position Europe as a global leader in innovation, with a commitment to sustainability and democratization. Their ventures span various industries including healthcare, cleantech, and cybersecurity, showcasing a strong market position and growth potential.

Next Big Thing AG is a venture studio based in Berlin, Germany, focusing on the Machine Economy. It supports a diverse portfolio of deep-tech ventures, providing long-term assistance to founders in building tech-enabled businesses that create real-world impact. The company aims to position Europe as a global leader in innovation, with a commitment to sustainability and democratization. Their ventures span various industries including healthcare, cleantech, and cybersecurity, showcasing a strong market position and growth potential.
What they are: Berlin-based venture studio for deep-tech B2B startups (Machine Economy)
Founded: 2016
Focus areas: IoT, AI/ML, distributed ledger technologies
Notable funding: €19M Series B closed Jul 26, 2021
Bridging deep-tech R&D and commercial productization for B2B Machine Economy applications.
2016
Venture studio / early-stage deep-tech investment
€19,000,000
Series B close announced with participation from new strategic investors (e.g., Blue Lion, WIKA Group, roellpartners, Mujinzo Labs, Gemelo Holding) and existing investors (e.g., EOS VC Europe I Fund, GPS Ventures)
“Mix of strategic corporate and family-office investors plus VC funds participated in Series B”