Germany's Flip Raises €22 Million to Expand AI Platform for Frontline Workers

Benedikt Brand, co-founder and chief executive of Flip, told EU-Startups that while AI has become routine in office settings, it has barely reached environments such as assembly lines, stores, and care settings. He attributed this not to a lack of interest but to many frontline organizations lacking the digital identity and infrastructure needed for AI to affect daily operational work. He said Flip aims to close that gap by combining secure digital identity, AI agents, and custom-generated frontline apps on a single platform.

The raise comes amid ongoing investment in European software for frontline and deskless workforces. EU-Startups reported that funding rounds in 2026 included €200 million for Paris-based Skello, €18.09 million for Madrid-based Orbio, €11 million for Karlsruhe-based Nesto, over €5 million for Berlin-based Elephant Company, €4 million for Berlin-based Bounti, and €1.6 million for Ireland's HR Duo.

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