Global start-up hub rankings: USA leads, Germany ranks fifth, London tops Europe

Major differences in global start-up activityPotsdam, 14 July 2025 – Where are the most promising start-ups currently being launched? And which cities are attracting the greatest number of founders and investors? Gisma University of Applied Sciences (www.gisma.com) addresses these questions in its latest analysis as part of the Start-up Atlas 2025. The study is based

Wage vs. Living Costs in the EU: Only one Country Offers a Livable Minimum Wage Gisma University of Applied Sciences compares minimum and average wages with local living expenses across EU member states A recent study by Gisma University of Applied Sciences (www.gisma.com) reveals that in nearly all EU countries, the statutory minimum wage falls

New study by Gisma University of Applied Sciences highlights where bureaucracy is least painful in Germany’s biggest cities Potsdam, Germany  – For anyone moving to Germany to live, work, or study, dealing with paperwork at local government offices is one of the first – and most stressful – experiences. A new study by Gisma University

Potsdam, Germany March 20. 2025 – The Blue Card is a central component of skilled labour immigration into the European Union. It gives access to highly qualified workers from non-EU countries to the European labour market, but requires certain minimum salaries. These requirements are set by the respective governments and have changed significantly for 2025