A magnet for technologies, investments, and talents

Bavaria's economy is a powerhouse for applied AI: The BAIOSPHERE ecosystem combines industrial tradition with the drive of the digital economy and provides a unique breeding ground for innovations.
Global technology giants such as Google, Microsoft, OpenAI, Apple, and IBM have chosen Munich as a location. At the same time, Bavarian world leaders such as BMW, Siemens, and Infineon are significantly driving the integration of AI in key industries such as automotive, automation, defense, and medical technology. In addition, a large number of smaller and medium-sized companies also make a significant contribution to the implementation of innovative solutions in the field of AI.

The high density of AI companies attracts massive investments.

According to the German Startup Monitor 2024, Bavarian startups received over 1.5 billion euros in private investments in 2023.

By 2024, Bavaria will further solidify its role as Germany's leading startup hub, with a vibrant entrepreneurial scene featuring hundreds of AI startups and tech unicorns such as Celonis, Personio, Scalable Capital, and Agile Robots.

Numerous institutions, initiatives, and programs such as UnternehmerTUM, appliedAI, the Bavarian AI Innovation Accelerator of the Digital Ministry, the BAIOSPHERE AI COMPASS, and the European Digital Innovation Hub DInO facilitate access to AI and promote networking and practical transfer. In this way, the BAIOSPHERE strengthens the bridge from research to application and ensures Bavaria's future as an internationally leading AI location.