1648 Group (1648 Factory)
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1648 Group is a global innovation company that blends technology, artificial intelligence, design, and venture building to bring ideas to life. Founded in 2020 by Klaus Freiberg and Sebastian Hanhues, the organization operates as an umbrella for four specialized departments: 1648.tech (technology solutions and software development), 1648.ai (artificial intelligence consulting and solutions), 1648.studio (design and marketing services), and 1648.ventures (venture building and entrepreneurial ventures). As an entrepreneurial-driven venture studio, 1648 partners with companies, entrepreneurs, startups, and Fortune 500 firms to ideate, validate, build, and scale innovative ventures and venture programs. The company operates with a remote-first philosophy while maintaining physical hubs in Münster (headquarters), Berlin, Cologne, New York City, Lviv (Ukraine), and Lisbon. With over 115 professionals globally, 1648 Group combines venture building, investment, engineering services, product design, and strategic consulting to create real change and positive impact through innovative digital products and businesses.
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