Soundcloud founders launch Berlin-based e-bike subscription startup

Dance e-bike subscription service founders (from left) Springub, Quidenus-Wahlforss and Ljung pose in Berlin, Germany. — Dance/Handout via Reuters

BERLIN: The founders of Berlin music-streaming app Soundcloud are launching an e-bike subscription startup, betting their experience in building a community of enthusiasts will ensure the venture is more sustainable than bike sharing.

The idea for the venture, called Dance, predates the coronavirus but the spread of the pandemic around the world has hastened a shift to getting around cities on two wheels instead of by car or public transport.