We’re thrilled to announce that Combinder has been named a “Rising Star” by data science company StartUs Insights,  placing us among the top 1% of most innovative startups globally in the category Decentralized Utility Strategies.

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The award highlights startups that are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and fundamentally reshape the industries they are active in. Combinder was selected for our work in building a decentralized, privacy-preserving energy infrastructure that empowers individuals to connect their devices, own their data, and unlock new value through flexibility markets.

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“This recognition reaffirms our belief that the future of energy is user-owned, connected, and sovereign,” says Kai Siefert, founder of Combinder. “We’re honored to be acknowledged for our contribution to this global shift, and we’re just getting started.”

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StartUs Insights analyzed over 7,157 startups in the utility space, ultimately selecting 20 high-impact companies driving innovation across the top 10 industry trends. Combinder stood out for our unique approach to decentralized connectivity, real-time data sharing, and the creation of a global, token-incentivized energy network.

By receiving the rising star badge, we join a prestigious group of innovators redefining how energy systems function, from AI-driven forecasting and digital twins to decentralized trading and device automation.

We’re proud to represent Austria’s growing cleantech and Web3 community on the global stage, and we’re excited for what’s ahead.

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Want to learn more?

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Read the full report here:
👉 Top 10 Utilities Industry Trends & Startups 2025 – StartUs Insights

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Try out Combinder today and explore how you can power the decentralized energy future:
👉 beta.combinder.io 

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