OTB Ventures

OTB Ventures is a prominent venture capital firm established in 2017, with offices in Amsterdam, Netherlands, and Warsaw, Poland. The firm specializes in investing in early growth, deep tech and real tech startups, focusing on late Seed, Series A, and B funding rounds. OTB Ventures has a distinct advantage in accessing deal flow from Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), targeting innovative companies that develop unique technologies in four key sectors: SpaceTech, artificial intelligence and automation, fintech, and cybersecurity. As the largest venture capital firm originating from the CEE region, OTB Ventures manages over $300 million in assets.

Alicja Glinka

Investment Associate

Estelle Godard

Vice President

Tomasz Lepka

Investment Associate

Mateusz Lukasik

Partner

Anna Mleko

Investment Associate

Karol Szubstarski

Partner

Wojtek Walniczek

Partner

Katarzyna Zwolanowska

COO and Partner

41 past transactions

Ingenix

Seed Round in 2025
Ingenix is building an AI Co-pilot for generating real-time hypotheses on clinical endpoints values and adverse events.

Safe Intelligence

Seed Round in 2025
Safe Intelligence specializes in deep validation AI systems, focusing on enhancing the reliability of artificial intelligence models.

Apheris

Series A in 2025
Apheris is a company that specializes in network security for deep learning and privacy, providing solutions for secure data sharing. Its platform allows organizations to collaboratively analyze and derive insights from distributed datasets while ensuring that sensitive information remains protected. By employing artificial intelligence, decentralized computing, federated learning, and cryptographic protocols, Apheris preserves privacy and safeguards data in low or zero-trust environments. This innovative approach enables clients to enhance collaboration and extract value from their data while adhering to stringent privacy and data protection regulations.

Synthara

Venture Round in 2024
Synthara AG is a Swiss semiconductor startup specializing in the development of smart sensors for industrial Internet of Things (IoT) and energy-efficient applications. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Zurich, the company focuses on creating advanced computational AI chips that enhance the performance of embedded systems. Its flagship product, ComputeRAM, functions as a drop-in replacement for traditional SRAM, enabling complex calculations directly in memory. This innovation significantly reduces CPU workload and enhances system efficiency, particularly for AI-driven applications. Synthara's technology is processor-type agnostic, compatible with various architectures including RISC-V, ARM, and x86, allowing seamless integration into existing microcontroller platforms. By offering solutions that lower costs and accelerate time to market, Synthara aims to empower chipmakers and device manufacturers to explore new opportunities in sectors such as wearables, biomedical monitoring, and autonomous navigation.

FintechOS

Series B in 2024
FintechOS specializes in fintech enablement, empowering businesses to launch, service, and expand financial products swiftly and efficiently. Headquartered globally in London and New York, their platform accelerates innovation by breaking data free from core systems, allowing for personalized product creation at scale. FintechOS connects with diverse ecosystems and integrates seamlessly into existing tech stacks, supporting companies like Société Générale, Admiral Group, and BPCE Oney. Their customer base spans strategic corporations to innovative startups, demonstrating their versatility in driving fintech transformation across various industries.

Kurs Orbital

Seed Round in 2024
Kurs Orbital is a company focused on satellite life extension and space debris removal, aimed at ensuring safe and sustainable orbits for future generations. The company develops advanced space technology that facilitates in-orbit servicing through innovative docking systems. By providing vehicles capable of servicing satellites, Kurs Orbital helps operators enhance their satellites' commercial lifespans and performance while also addressing the growing issue of space debris. This initiative is part of a broader effort to build infrastructure that supports a scalable space industry, fostering an environment where numerous future businesses can thrive. Kurs Orbital is headquartered in Kyiv, Ukraine.

ATMOS Space Cargo

Seed Round in 2024
ATMOS Space Cargo specializes in the development and manufacturing of space capsules designed to facilitate the return of cargo from space. The company's offerings include return capsules and atmospheric decelerators, which enable microgravity experiments and the transport of commercial products. These technologies allow clients to conduct life sciences research in a microgravity environment, addressing various challenges associated with such studies. By providing microgravity on demand, ATMOS Space Cargo supports a range of applications, enhancing the capabilities of researchers and commercial entities in the space industry.

SEMRON

Seed Round in 2024
SEMRON is a technology company founded in 2020 by Aron Kirschen and Kai-Uwe Demasius, specializing in the development of advanced artificial intelligence inference chips. The company focuses on creating AI chips that feature an exceptionally small footprint while maintaining high levels of computing power. Utilizing proprietary technology, SEMRON emphasizes energy-efficient operations and offers complementary metal oxide semiconductors as well as compatible semiconductor technology. This innovative approach enables clients to leverage AI chips that not only perform complex computations but also occupy less physical space, positioning SEMRON as a leader in the semiconductor industry.

akirolabs

Seed Round in 2024
Akirolabs is a provider of an AI-powered software-as-a-service platform that focuses on strategic procurement management. The company develops solutions that facilitate collaborative procurement intelligence, offering an intuitive workflow that integrates proven methodologies and toolkits. Akirolabs’ platform enhances organizational procurement processes by incorporating relevant insights and recommendations derived from both internal and external data sources. This enables clients to adapt a ready-to-use framework tailored to their specific needs and contexts, ultimately improving efficiency and decision-making in procurement activities.

Fractory

Venture Round in 2023
Fractory Ltd is a company that specializes in online sheet metal fabrication, providing a platform that connects engineering firms with manufacturing services. Established in 2019 and headquartered in Manchester, United Kingdom, Fractory enables users to upload CAD files, which are then matched with partner service providers based on their availability, location, and specific capabilities. The platform offers a comprehensive range of services, including laser cutting, plasma cutting, tube laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, oxy cutting, waterjet cutting, metal bending, and surface treatment. By facilitating on-demand manufacturing, Fractory aims to streamline the production process for engineering companies, regardless of batch size, and enhance sustainability in manufacturing. The company operates in various regions, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Nordic Europe.

kyp.ai

Series A in 2023
kyp.ai is a developer of process automation technology that utilizes artificial intelligence to enhance operational efficiency. The company offers a platform that delivers insights into resource utilization, automation potential, and resource monitoring. By providing clients with a clear understanding of their abstract processes and their interactions with people and technology, kyp.ai enables significant improvements in transparency and resource allocation. The platform also generates data-driven recommendations for process improvements, aimed at delivering rapid returns on investment. Through its innovative approach, kyp.ai helps organizations optimize their operations and maximize efficiency.

Hydrosat

Series A in 2023
Hydrosat is a climate technology company established in 2017 and headquartered in Washington, D.C. The company specializes in utilizing thermal imagery from satellites to assess water stress in agriculture, thereby enhancing food security, public safety, and environmental management. Hydrosat provides geospatial analytics services that enable organizations to monitor and manage data related to plant health. By transforming thermal infrared satellite imagery into actionable insights, Hydrosat supports various sectors, including agriculture, financial services, and government, in making informed decisions regarding water resource management.

Dataworks Research SRL

Seed Round in 2023
Dataworks Research SRL, operating under the name Veridion, is a Bucharest-based company that specializes in developing software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions for B2B sales lead generation. Founded in 2018, it provides tools that assist B2B companies in identifying leads that align with their ideal customer profiles, offering detailed contact information for outreach initiatives. The company's software delivers insights on various factors, including customer location, product categories, company size, job titles, and technology usage. Serving a diverse clientele, Dataworks Research caters to small and medium-sized SaaS firms, sales development agencies, and digital marketing entities such as SEO and web development agencies, as well as media and social media organizations. With a focus on accuracy and classification, the company leverages AI and Machine Learning to enhance its data offerings, ensuring reliability and real-time updates.

ClearSpace

Series A in 2023
ClearSpace is a Swiss company founded in early 2018 as a spin-off from the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) to focus on sustainable in-orbit services. The company specializes in developing technologies and providing services aimed at the removal of space debris and non-functional satellites. ClearSpace has entered into a service contract with the European Space Agency (ESA) to undertake ClearSpace-1, a pioneering mission designed to autonomously remove space debris. By utilizing advanced sensors, radar technologies, and telescopes, ClearSpace aims to track and manage failed satellites, thereby contributing to the long-term sustainability of space operations and the future of space exploration.

SettleMint

Series A in 2022
SettleMint is a developer of a user-friendly blockchain platform that allows web2 engineers to build, deploy, and integrate applications on web3 infrastructure. Its low-code platform encompasses the entire web3 application development lifecycle, featuring node hosting as a service that enables quick deployment across various protocols and cloud regions. The platform offers a library of customizable smart contract templates for over 50 use cases, efficient data querying through full Graph QL integration, and decentralized data storage via IPFS nodes. Additionally, SettleMint provides an automated user interface builder and scalable resources for deployed services. The company, SOC2 certified and designed for enterprise use, aims to simplify web3 development by reducing complexity and risk. With a presence in Europe, the Middle East, India, and Asia-Pacific, SettleMint operates offices in several major cities, including Belgium, Dubai, Delhi, Singapore, and Tokyo.

TurnKey Lender

Venture Round in 2022
Turnkey Lender is a global technology company that specializes in developing and marketing cloud-based platforms for automating lending processes. Established in 2014, the company offers modular solutions that cater to various lending sectors, including consumer lending, microfinance, payday loans, and more. Its AI-powered software automates the entire lending process, from origination and underwriting to loan servicing, debt collection, and reporting. Turnkey Lender serves innovative lenders in over 50 countries, with offices in the US, Singapore, Malaysia, Ukraine, and Poland.

Kevin.

Series A in 2022
Kevin. is a fintech company that specializes in providing an advanced account-to-account payment infrastructure designed to replace traditional card transactions. By leveraging open banking, Kevin. develops its own direct connections to banks, eliminating the need for third-party aggregators. This unique approach enables businesses to transition from costly card payments to more affordable and secure transactions directly from customers' bank accounts. The platform offers fully customizable solutions that can scale to meet the needs of any business. By improving the overall customer experience and enhancing conversion rates, Kevin. not only streamlines payment processes but also reduces costs associated with payment acquiring services for merchants.

SoterAI

Series A in 2022
Soter Analytics PTY LTD focuses on preventing musculoskeletal injuries in industrial workplaces through its innovative Soter Spine system, which combines wearable sensors and advanced analytics. The company provides devices that continuously monitor human movement, capturing health and locational data to identify at-risk movements and alert workers accordingly. By partnering with large industrial organizations, Soter integrates additional sensors, such as those for temperature and heart rate, to enhance safety and productivity. The company also offers an application that tracks long-term impacts and provides actionable recommendations for injury prevention. Founded in 2015 and based in Perth, Australia, Soter Analytics aims to set a new standard in workplace safety and ergonomics by leveraging AI-powered insights to foster a culture of safety and efficiency among workers.

Silent Eight

Series B in 2022
Silent Eight Pte. Ltd., established in 2013 and headquartered in Singapore, is a technology company specializing in financial crime prevention. It offers an AI-driven platform that enables banks and financial institutions to combat money laundering and terrorism financing. The platform uses machine learning and natural language processing to search and extract relevant information from enterprise systems, streamlining alert processing, enhancing due diligence, and facilitating real-time transaction screening. Silent Eight has global hubs in New York, London, and Warsaw, serving over 150 markets worldwide.

Iceye

Series D in 2022
Iceye Oy, established in 2014 and headquartered in Espoo, Finland, operates a unique business model focused on Earth observation using synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology. The company maintains the world's largest operational constellation of SAR satellites, enabling it to provide near real-time data and imagery regardless of weather conditions or time of day. Iceye's services cater to diverse sectors such as insurance, disaster response, maritime monitoring, and defense, offering critical insights for informed decision-making in areas like natural catastrophe assessment, flood monitoring, and wildfire detection.

Hydrosat

Seed Round in 2021
Hydrosat is a climate technology company established in 2017 and headquartered in Washington, D.C. The company specializes in utilizing thermal imagery from satellites to assess water stress in agriculture, thereby enhancing food security, public safety, and environmental management. Hydrosat provides geospatial analytics services that enable organizations to monitor and manage data related to plant health. By transforming thermal infrared satellite imagery into actionable insights, Hydrosat supports various sectors, including agriculture, financial services, and government, in making informed decisions regarding water resource management.

Ondato

Seed Round in 2021
Ondato is a technology company that specializes in streamlining Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) processes. It offers advanced solutions for digital identity verification, business customer onboarding, data validation, and fraud detection, all from a single interface. The company's tools, which leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning, are designed to help banks and fintech companies comply with regulatory requirements while enhancing data protection and privacy. Ondato's services are applicable across various industries, including banking, fintech, blockchain, and online trading, facilitating a more efficient and secure compliance experience for organizations and their customers. By integrating compliance into business operations, Ondato aims to create a safer environment for all stakeholders involved.

Kevin.

Seed Round in 2021
Kevin. is a fintech company that specializes in providing an advanced account-to-account payment infrastructure designed to replace traditional card transactions. By leveraging open banking, Kevin. develops its own direct connections to banks, eliminating the need for third-party aggregators. This unique approach enables businesses to transition from costly card payments to more affordable and secure transactions directly from customers' bank accounts. The platform offers fully customizable solutions that can scale to meet the needs of any business. By improving the overall customer experience and enhancing conversion rates, Kevin. not only streamlines payment processes but also reduces costs associated with payment acquiring services for merchants.

Fractory

Series A in 2021
Fractory Ltd is a company that specializes in online sheet metal fabrication, providing a platform that connects engineering firms with manufacturing services. Established in 2019 and headquartered in Manchester, United Kingdom, Fractory enables users to upload CAD files, which are then matched with partner service providers based on their availability, location, and specific capabilities. The platform offers a comprehensive range of services, including laser cutting, plasma cutting, tube laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, oxy cutting, waterjet cutting, metal bending, and surface treatment. By facilitating on-demand manufacturing, Fractory aims to streamline the production process for engineering companies, regardless of batch size, and enhance sustainability in manufacturing. The company operates in various regions, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Nordic Europe.

FintechOS

Series B in 2021
FintechOS specializes in fintech enablement, empowering businesses to launch, service, and expand financial products swiftly and efficiently. Headquartered globally in London and New York, their platform accelerates innovation by breaking data free from core systems, allowing for personalized product creation at scale. FintechOS connects with diverse ecosystems and integrates seamlessly into existing tech stacks, supporting companies like Société Générale, Admiral Group, and BPCE Oney. Their customer base spans strategic corporations to innovative startups, demonstrating their versatility in driving fintech transformation across various industries.

SEGRON

Series B in 2021
SEGRON is a Dutch-based technology company specializing in next-generation active testing and monitoring solutions for telecommunication networks. The company offers automated platforms designed to test and monitor new digital services across various locations and devices, ensuring optimal service quality for end-users. SEGRON's expertise lies in its ability to orchestrate diverse testing demands through innovative solutions, enabling faster deployment of 5G and IoT services while enhancing customer experience and reducing operational costs. With over 50 professionals on board, each boasting an average of 20 years' experience in IT and telecommunications, SEGRON operates from its headquarters in Amsterdam.

Scalarr

Series A in 2021
Scalarr Inc. is a technology company founded in 2016 and based in Wilmington, Delaware, specializing in machine learning-based anti-fraud solutions for mobile app developers and advertising networks. The company focuses on detecting ad install fraud, utilizing advanced algorithms to combat various types of fraud such as attribution fraud, bots, emulators, and incentive injections. Scalarr's platform employs both unsupervised and semi-supervised machine learning techniques to identify and analyze fraud patterns in real-time, allowing clients to proactively address fraudulent activities. By providing high accuracy in detection and timely alerts, Scalarr aims to protect the integrity of mobile app economies and help businesses maintain control over their advertising investments.

Ondato

Seed Round in 2020
Ondato is a technology company that specializes in streamlining Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) processes. It offers advanced solutions for digital identity verification, business customer onboarding, data validation, and fraud detection, all from a single interface. The company's tools, which leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning, are designed to help banks and fintech companies comply with regulatory requirements while enhancing data protection and privacy. Ondato's services are applicable across various industries, including banking, fintech, blockchain, and online trading, facilitating a more efficient and secure compliance experience for organizations and their customers. By integrating compliance into business operations, Ondato aims to create a safer environment for all stakeholders involved.

Silent Eight

Series B in 2020
Silent Eight Pte. Ltd., established in 2013 and headquartered in Singapore, is a technology company specializing in financial crime prevention. It offers an AI-driven platform that enables banks and financial institutions to combat money laundering and terrorism financing. The platform uses machine learning and natural language processing to search and extract relevant information from enterprise systems, streamlining alert processing, enhancing due diligence, and facilitating real-time transaction screening. Silent Eight has global hubs in New York, London, and Warsaw, serving over 150 markets worldwide.

Iceye

Series C in 2020
Iceye Oy, established in 2014 and headquartered in Espoo, Finland, operates a unique business model focused on Earth observation using synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology. The company maintains the world's largest operational constellation of SAR satellites, enabling it to provide near real-time data and imagery regardless of weather conditions or time of day. Iceye's services cater to diverse sectors such as insurance, disaster response, maritime monitoring, and defense, offering critical insights for informed decision-making in areas like natural catastrophe assessment, flood monitoring, and wildfire detection.

Cosmose

Series A in 2020
Cosmose sp. z o.o. is a data analytics company founded in 2014, with headquarters in Warsaw, Poland, and additional locations in Shanghai, Hong Kong, and New York. The company specializes in a platform known as OMNIcookie, which bridges the gap between offline retail and online advertising. By analyzing consumer behavior, Cosmose helps offline retailers enhance their sales by connecting their physical stores to online marketing strategies. The platform enables businesses to predict shopping patterns, identify potential customers, and target them effectively through online advertisements. Additionally, it measures the impact of these marketing efforts on offline purchases, thereby providing valuable insights into consumer behavior and improving overall retail performance.

FintechOS

Series A in 2019
FintechOS specializes in fintech enablement, empowering businesses to launch, service, and expand financial products swiftly and efficiently. Headquartered globally in London and New York, their platform accelerates innovation by breaking data free from core systems, allowing for personalized product creation at scale. FintechOS connects with diverse ecosystems and integrates seamlessly into existing tech stacks, supporting companies like Société Générale, Admiral Group, and BPCE Oney. Their customer base spans strategic corporations to innovative startups, demonstrating their versatility in driving fintech transformation across various industries.

Cosmose

Seed Round in 2019
Cosmose sp. z o.o. is a data analytics company founded in 2014, with headquarters in Warsaw, Poland, and additional locations in Shanghai, Hong Kong, and New York. The company specializes in a platform known as OMNIcookie, which bridges the gap between offline retail and online advertising. By analyzing consumer behavior, Cosmose helps offline retailers enhance their sales by connecting their physical stores to online marketing strategies. The platform enables businesses to predict shopping patterns, identify potential customers, and target them effectively through online advertisements. Additionally, it measures the impact of these marketing efforts on offline purchases, thereby providing valuable insights into consumer behavior and improving overall retail performance.

Silent Eight

Series A in 2019
Silent Eight Pte. Ltd., established in 2013 and headquartered in Singapore, is a technology company specializing in financial crime prevention. It offers an AI-driven platform that enables banks and financial institutions to combat money laundering and terrorism financing. The platform uses machine learning and natural language processing to search and extract relevant information from enterprise systems, streamlining alert processing, enhancing due diligence, and facilitating real-time transaction screening. Silent Eight has global hubs in New York, London, and Warsaw, serving over 150 markets worldwide.

Minit

Series A in 2019
Minit is a technology company specializing in process intelligence software that aids organizations in analyzing, monitoring, and enhancing their internal processes. By automating the analysis of business workflows, Minit's software enables users to discover process bottlenecks, identify improvement opportunities, and conduct financial and business hours-aware analyses. This results in significant efficiency improvements, potentially reaching up to 30%, which can translate into substantial cost savings for businesses. Minit's client base is global, with a strong presence in Europe and an expanding footprint worldwide. The company, a spinoff from GRADIENT ECM, aims to make complex processes transparent and provide actionable insights across various industry sectors. Minit has garnered recognition for its innovative solutions, receiving multiple awards, including the BPM Next Innovation Award and the BPM Hot Vendor designation. Through its technology, Minit empowers organizations to enhance productivity and uncover cost-saving opportunities in their operations.

SEGRON

Series A in 2019
SEGRON is a Dutch-based technology company specializing in next-generation active testing and monitoring solutions for telecommunication networks. The company offers automated platforms designed to test and monitor new digital services across various locations and devices, ensuring optimal service quality for end-users. SEGRON's expertise lies in its ability to orchestrate diverse testing demands through innovative solutions, enabling faster deployment of 5G and IoT services while enhancing customer experience and reducing operational costs. With over 50 professionals on board, each boasting an average of 20 years' experience in IT and telecommunications, SEGRON operates from its headquarters in Amsterdam.

BabbleLabs

Series A in 2019
BabbleLabs, Inc. is a technology company specializing in speech enhancement and noise removal software aimed at improving communication between humans and machines. Founded in 2017 and based in Campbell, California, the company offers a range of innovative products, including Clear Cloud, an API-based speech enhancement tool; Clear Edge, an embedded solution designed for smart devices; Clear Command, which facilitates voice control and command recognition; and Clear Analytics, which extracts actionable insights from speech streams. These products enhance speech quality, intelligibility, and personalization, making them applicable in various sectors such as smartphones, business conferencing, field communication, customer service, automotive, and public safety. BabbleLabs leverages advanced techniques in deep learning and speech science to revolutionize voice applications and improve user interaction with technology.

Minit

Venture Round in 2018
Minit is a technology company specializing in process intelligence software that aids organizations in analyzing, monitoring, and enhancing their internal processes. By automating the analysis of business workflows, Minit's software enables users to discover process bottlenecks, identify improvement opportunities, and conduct financial and business hours-aware analyses. This results in significant efficiency improvements, potentially reaching up to 30%, which can translate into substantial cost savings for businesses. Minit's client base is global, with a strong presence in Europe and an expanding footprint worldwide. The company, a spinoff from GRADIENT ECM, aims to make complex processes transparent and provide actionable insights across various industry sectors. Minit has garnered recognition for its innovative solutions, receiving multiple awards, including the BPM Next Innovation Award and the BPM Hot Vendor designation. Through its technology, Minit empowers organizations to enhance productivity and uncover cost-saving opportunities in their operations.

Iceye

Series B in 2018
Iceye Oy, established in 2014 and headquartered in Espoo, Finland, operates a unique business model focused on Earth observation using synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology. The company maintains the world's largest operational constellation of SAR satellites, enabling it to provide near real-time data and imagery regardless of weather conditions or time of day. Iceye's services cater to diverse sectors such as insurance, disaster response, maritime monitoring, and defense, offering critical insights for informed decision-making in areas like natural catastrophe assessment, flood monitoring, and wildfire detection.

Cosmose

Seed Round in 2018
Cosmose sp. z o.o. is a data analytics company founded in 2014, with headquarters in Warsaw, Poland, and additional locations in Shanghai, Hong Kong, and New York. The company specializes in a platform known as OMNIcookie, which bridges the gap between offline retail and online advertising. By analyzing consumer behavior, Cosmose helps offline retailers enhance their sales by connecting their physical stores to online marketing strategies. The platform enables businesses to predict shopping patterns, identify potential customers, and target them effectively through online advertisements. Additionally, it measures the impact of these marketing efforts on offline purchases, thereby providing valuable insights into consumer behavior and improving overall retail performance.

SpaceKnow

Series A in 2017
SpaceKnow, Inc. is a company that specializes in artificial intelligence-driven geospatial analysis. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York and Prague, SpaceKnow provides a platform that analyzes satellite imagery to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies on the Earth's surface. Its offerings include various APIs for data extraction, object detection, and visualization, enabling users to monitor and analyze economic activity across multiple sectors. Notable products include the China Satellite Manufacturing Index, which tracks manufacturing activity in China, and various night light indices that serve as economic indicators for regions in Africa and Nigeria. The company's satellite analysis capabilities extend to sectors such as finance, defense, insurance, construction, and agriculture, facilitating insights into activities like vehicle movement and construction changes. By leveraging satellite imagery and advanced analytics, SpaceKnow aims to enhance transparency in the global economy and support clients in optimizing their operations.
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