Yes, can confirm. You can start a GmbH with exactly half of it (12.500€). And the money does NOT need to stay locked on the bank account. You can spend it for company purposes (but NOT for founder wages).
Founder wage is a company purpose, else it wouldn't be allowed. Its not your personal money anymore once deposited into the companies account.
Founder wage is a company purpose, else it wouldn't be allowed. Its not your personal money anymore once deposited into the companies account.