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Bitkom eV is a digital association in Germany that advocates for the interests of young growth companies, particularly startups, and represents them to the government. The private company is based in Berlin, Germany. The association offers high-quality events that provide startups with a unique opportunity to network with established companies and investors, and gain access to important decision-makers in business and politics. With more than 700 startup members, Bitkom recognizes the important role that startups play in the digitalization of Germany and in maintaining international competitiveness.

Microsfot Deutschland GmbH is a distributor of software products. It offers operating systems for computers and mobile phones, cloud services, and programming services. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Unterschließheim, Germany, with offices within the country.

Dell Corp. Ltd. manufactures and sells computer peripheral equipment. The firm offers inkjet and laser printers, internet switches, wireless networking gear and handheld computers, broadband Internet access, customer support, computer recycling and financing services. The company was founded by Michael Saul Dell in 1984 and is headquartered in Bracknell, the United Kingdom.

Part of Dell Technologies, Inc., Dell GmbH is a German company that offers laptops, monitors, computers, servers, support, and comprehensive storage solutions. The company is based in Frankfurt, Germany. The CEOs are Claudia Kreiss, Tim van Wasen. The company was founded in 1984 by Michael Saul Dell.

Earlybird Venture Capital GmbH & Co. KG (Earlybird VC) is an independent venture capital firm founded by Hendrik Brandis, Roland Manger, Rolf Mathies, and Christian Nagel in 1997. It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Earlybird VC Management GmbH & Co. KG. The firm is headquartered in Munich, Germany, with another German office in Berlin, and international office in Istanbul, Turkey.