Exactly one year ago, I picked up the phone and called someone I’ve known for over 20 years. Someone I had traveled the world with, shared countless ideas and experiences with. I asked him one simple but bold question: “Do … Read More
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TAGBASE Accepted into the egg International Entrepreneurship Accelerator
We’re excited to share that TAGBASE has been officially accepted into the egg International Entrepreneurship – Mini Acceleration Program, a highly selective and fully funded pre-acceleration program powered by Eurobank and the European Business Angel Network (EBAN). From July 3rd … Read More

Interview with Manuel Mertl, CEO & Co-Founder of TAGBASE: When AI Meets NFC – Building the Smartest Products on Earth
Kathrin: Manuel, TAGBASE recently launched its product verification app, but your next move might be even more transformative. Can you tell us about it? Manuel Mertl: Absolutely. We’re about to launch a feature we call “Chat With Your Product.” It … Read More

We’ve Just Launched the Future of Product Verification — And It’s So Much More Than “Authentic / Not Authentic”
At TAGBASE, we’ve always believed that authenticity is just the beginning. That’s why today, we’re proud to announce the launch of our new verification website — a major leap forward in how physical products are experienced, validated, and trusted in … Read More

TAGBASE Joins ACCENT: Accelerating the Future of Product Authenticity
We’re thrilled to announce that TAGBASE has been accepted into the prestigious ACCENT accelerator — Austria’s leading program for deep-tech startups (accent Inkubator GmbH) This milestone isn’t just another line on our roadmap — it’s a validation of the work … Read More

Pricing, Unit Economics, and Scaling Smart: TAGBASE x Rick Rasmussen
At TAGBASE, we believe fighting counterfeiting is not just a technological problem — it’s an economic one. That’s why we recently had the opportunity to go deep into pricing strategy, unit economics, and revenue architecture in a private workshop with … Read More

Data Is King: Why TAGBASE Is a Data-Collecting Beast and What That Means for Brands
We recently had the pleasure of attending a powerful workshop with startup advisor and investor Shomit Ghose. One standout moment was when Shomit spoke about the data-driven business model: “Create a data stream — then make money by understanding that … Read More

TAGBASE Advances in Avery Dennison (AD) Stretch Cohort 4 — A Strategic Step Forward in Global Innovation
We’re proud to announce that TAGBASE has advanced to the second round of AD Stretch Cohort 4, Avery Dennison’s global startup accelerator designed to foster groundbreaking innovation across labeling, packaging, and digital identification. This milestone is more than a vote … Read More

Introducing the Easiest Way to Bring Product Authenticity Verification to Your Website
At TAGBASE, we’ve redefined how brands fight counterfeiting: no apps, no friction, just a tap and a browser. And today, we’re making it even easier to integrate our secure verification flow directly into your own website. Introducing the External Verification … Read More

The F-Word Every Startup Has to Embrace
At TAGBASE, we’ve built a powerful product authenticity solution that works across industries — cosmetics, beverages, fashion, art, medical devices, and beyond. It’s frictionless, secure, and already in the hands of customers. But now it’s time to scale. Recently we … Read More