KEY CONSIDERATIONS AND PRACTICAL INSIGHTS FOR VENTURE CAPITAL INVESTORS -
Germany’s foreign direct investment (FDI) regime has been expanded considerably in recent years, mirroring a global trend towards increased scrutiny of cross-border investments, and particularly targeting evolving sectors, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), quantum computing, robotics and semiconductors. For venture capital (VC) investors that are often involved in early-stage investments in both High Tech and Deep Tech start-ups focusing on such advanced and pioneering technologies, navigating these rules is crucial to ensure smooth transactions and avoid regulatory pitfalls.
This overview outlines the key issues, practical considerations, and anticipated developments that VC investors and start-ups should bear in mind.
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