About Digital Hub
Digital Hub, an accelerator and incubator program founded in 2016, is based in Bonn, Germany. With a presence in 11 countries, it has supported around 158 startups in sectors like Enterprise Applications, Consumer. As of Jul 2026, Digital Hub has witnessed 4 portfolio exits. Most notable companies in
its portfolio include Cryptomator, DeepSkill and Code Intelligence. The program is backed by a team of 11 people who primarily support Seed startups based in Germany. Its latest investment was a $823K Seed round in Code Intelligence on Sep 25, 2018 along with HTGF.
Key Metrics
Founded Year
2016
Location
Bonn, Germany
Portfolio Companies
Sectors of Investment
Stages of Investment
Seed
Locations of Investment
Digital Hub's List of Top Investments
Digital Hub has a portfolio of 158 companies. Their most notable investments are in GigWork and Code Intelligence.Their portfolio spans across Germany, United Kingdom, United States and 8 more locations. They have invested in Enterprise Applications, Consumer, Retail and 28 other sectors, across stages such as Seed stage. Here is the list of top investments by Digital Hub:1. Cryptomator
Cryptomator provides a client-side encryption software for the files to be migrated to the cloud storage. The app encrypts files on the computer or mobile device before uploading to the cloud to prevent any unauthorized third-party access. Features include open source development, virtual hard drive based access to the secured file, and AES encryption. As of Jan 2018, the solution is compatible with Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, and other WebDAV-based cloud storage services. The Android app version is available at 320 INR on the Google Play store. Awarded the CeBIT Innovation Award 2016 for the Usable Security and Privacy.
Key facts about Cryptomator
- Founded Year: 2015
- Location: Sankt Augustin (Germany)
- Stage: Funding Raised
- Employee Count: 6 as on Dec 31, 2021
- Investors: Digital Hub
2. DeepSkill
Cloud-based LMS platform for enterprises. It offers a platform that analysis skill gaps and suggests learning programs based on the evaluation. It offers tools for the course and skill development, peer coaching, live training, group sessions, etc. It allows users to track performance and time for the learning program.
Key facts about DeepSkill
Provider of vulnerability assessment and fuzz testing solutions provider. The product offered by the company is a static security test that increases the security and reliability of software. It also allows developers to perform testing without software testing expertise to detect and close software code vulnerabilities before unwanted foreign access and data loss occurs. The features of the product include bug detection, integration, etc. The clients of the company include BOSCH, encrypt, DCSO, sodge IT, etc.
Key facts about Code Intelligence
- Founded Year: 2017
- Location: Bonn (Germany)
- Stage: Series A
- Total Funding till date: $15.1M
- Employee Count: 18 as on May 31, 2026
- Investors: HTGF, Verve Ventures and 8 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series A, Jun 01, 2022, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
4. Rulebook
Key facts about Rulebook
- Founded Year: 2015
- Location: Bonn (Germany)
- Stage: Seed
- Employee Count: 235 as on Dec 31, 2021
- Investors: HTGF, Digital Hub and 3 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Seed, Dec 22, 2020, $*****
5. Carmato
Carmato is an online business-to-consumer marketplace for buying/selling used & new cars. Buyers can purchase the car either by bidding or by online payments. The buyers can trade their car with the new one. They provide services such as user-to-user communication, financing, warranty, consultation and more.
Key facts about Carmato
- Founded Year: 2016
- Location: Bonn (Germany)
- Stage: Funding Raised
- Employee Count: 23 as on May 31, 2026
- Investors: VentureOut and Digital Hub
Digital Hub's Year-on-Year Investment Trends
Its most recent first time investment was in Code Intelligence.Digital Hub's Investments by Stage
Digital Hub has made 3 investments in Seed stage with an average round size of $823K.Digital Hub's Investments by Sector
Digital Hub has a diverse portfolio, with companies operating in the Enterprise Applications, Consumer, Enterprise Infrastructure, Gig Economy and HealthTech. Notably, it has invested in 118 Tech companies, 72 Software companies, 68 Consumer (B2C) companies and at least 68 companies focusing on Enterprise (B2B).Sector | No. of Investments |
|---|---|
Enterprise Applications | 2 |
Consumer | 1 |
Enterprise Infrastructure | 1 |
Gig Economy | 1 |
HealthTech | 1 |
Others | 5 |
Note: We have considered here, only first round of investments
Digital Hub's Investments by Geography
Digital Hub has made most investments in Germany (3).Digital Hub's recent investments
Digital Hub has not made any investment in 2026 so far.Here are the most recent investments by Digital Hub:
Filter this listDate | Company | Location | Round Details | Round Amount | Co-Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Sep 25, 2018 | Germany | Seed | 6497 | ||
Sep 27, 2017 | Germany | Seed | 3918 | - | |
Apr 01, 2017 | Germany | Seed | 1584 | - |
Acquired companies in Digital Hub's Portfolio
4 companies from Digital Hub's portfolio have been acquired. The most recent acquisition was milia in Aug 2025 by Visma for $*****.Here are Digital Hub's portfolio companies that got acquired most recently:
Company | Acquisition Date | First Invested on | First Round of Investment | Round Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Aug 22, 2025 | - | - | 1340 | |
May 26, 2025 | - | - | 3700 | |
May 31, 2023 | - | - | 9653 | |
Oct 07, 2022 | - | - | 6769 |
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Team profile of Digital Hub
Digital Hub has a team of 11 members including 3 Partners and 7 Principals located in Germany. Digital Hub's team does not sit on the board of any company as of now.Here is a list of top team members in Digital Hub:
Name | Designation | Location | Board Memberships | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Partner | - | - | - | |
Partner | Germany | - | - | |
Partner | Cologne | - | - | |
Principal | Berlin | - | - | |
Principal | Germany | - | - | |
Principal | Bonn | - | - | |
Principal | Essen | - | - | |
Principal | Germany | - | - | |
Principal | Germany | - | - | |
Principal | Germany | - | - |
Co-investors of Digital Hub
Over the past 9 years, 7 investors have co-invested in Digital Hub's portfolio companies. This includes funds and angels.
- Top Co-investors of Digital Hub: HTGF entered a company along with Digital Hub.
- Invested after Digital Hub: A total of 6 investors have invested in Digital Hub's portfolio after their investments. Top Investors include Tola Capital (1 company) and Landesbank Baden Wurttemberg (1 company).
