Roaring Disappointments: Temper Tantrums, Fire Alarms, and Intimate Events
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Welcome to the jungle, where the wild and fabulous strut their stuff to secure a deal. But sometimes, it's not just about the glory—it's about the stumble. Here are three startups that left the den with more than just their dignity.
First up, the cool cats from "TukToro" stormed in, armed with their interactive math game and a valuation that left investors floored (400k euros for 8% of the company). Well, almost... Carsten Maschmeyer sent them packing with his curt dismissal: "I'm not buying your bait, I'm out!" The lions weren't feeling the self-assured confidence, while Nils Glagau thought they were a bit too "cool" for his taste.
Next, a spark flew when "HomeResQ" introduced an impressive information system for firefighting forces. With flames burning both inside and outside the den, Leonard Mergel feared the lions wouldn't see the potential for scalability. And indeed, they didn't buy it. The controlled fire extinguished quicker than the investor interests.
In a bold move, the founders of "Kokomoon" flew over from sunny Palma de Mallorca to charm the lions with their coconut oil-based lubricant, marketed as a natural and edible delight for lovers. The lions, however, weren't letting their guard down. Only 250 boxes sold in eight months couldn't ignite the investors' passion, and the pitch fizzled out as both founders and lions were left unfulfilled.
Despite these rough starts, there were victories to be had. Sung-Hee Kim from "Arang" and the team from "Akku Life Guard" secured investments with their innovative products, even if the steamy sex-meets-beauty pitch didn't make it to the finish line.
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[Source: ntv.de]
Enrichment Data:
The latest episode of "The Lion's Den" (aired on June 16, 2025) featured a wide variety of startups across various industries, including education technology, food, security, household electronics, and intimate care. The specific startups mentioned in the article, TukToro, HomeResQ, Kokomoon, Arang, and Akku Life Guard, may not have been specifically discussed or featured in the episode as detailed outcomes or pitches were not indicated. More focused recaps or direct references from future episodes might highlight these companies and provide additional information on their appearance, performance, and outcomes. [Source: ntv.de]
The Commission has also been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of the environment in light of the upcoming discussions about innovative startups in various industries. In the meantime, one can catch up on the latest episodes of "The Lion's Den" on social-media platforms or movies-and-tv streaming services, as these shows often feature startups from diverse sectors like education technology, food, security, household electronics, and intimate care.
