Startup Wise Guys

Startup Wise Guys is an accelerator and early-stage program based in Tallinn, Estonia, founded in 2012. It runs intensive up to five-month programs that validate and develop products and prepare founders to sell to business customers, culminating in demo days before venture capitalists and angel investors. The company focuses on B2B software as a service, fintech, cybersecurity, sustainability, and related tech sectors across Europe, and has accelerated more than 300 startups with a startup survival rate above 80%. It operates with a network of over 200 mentors who guide startups through product validation, market entry, and fundraising, and maintains a 300+ startup alumni community spanning more than 40 countries, with ongoing alumni events for business development and fundraising.

Daniela Esposito

Chief Strategy Officer and Board Member

Attila Hudecz

Batch Managing Director

Franziska Kolk

General Partner, Africa

Andrea Orlando

Partner

Past deals in Cyber Security

CyberDart

Pre Seed Round in 2025
CyberDart operates a bug bounty platform that connects businesses with skilled ethical hackers. This platform facilitates the identification and resolution of security vulnerabilities, enabling companies to bolster their cybersecurity posture efficiently and cost-effectively.

ETHIACK

Seed Round in 2024
ETHIACK is a cybersecurity company offering a platform for autonomous ethical hacking and offensive security. The service continuously monitors and tests an organization's digital infrastructure to prevent cybercrime and reward ethical hackers for findings. The platform provides detailed reports on vulnerabilities and their severities, with practical mitigation guidance and collaborative sessions to clarify issues and plan remediation. By combining automated testing with expert analysis, ETHIACK helps organizations detect weaknesses in their systems and improve their security posture.

CyLock

Seed Round in 2024
CyLock is a cybersecurity company that specializes in anti-hacker software aimed at protecting systems from cyber attacks. The software identifies vulnerabilities within various digital platforms, including websites, e-commerce sites, applications, and corporate networks. By leveraging artificial intelligence, CyLock provides services such as threat intelligence, data breach management, and personalized penetration tests. This allows small and medium-sized businesses to evaluate and strengthen their digital defenses against potential threats. Regular assessments of digital tools and employee skills are essential, as companies that neglect these practices face increased risks of cyber attacks that can lead to significant operational disruptions and financial losses. CyLock's solutions empower organizations to proactively address their security weaknesses and enhance their overall cybersecurity posture.

Block-Auth

Seed Round in 2024
Block-Auth is a technology company that specializes in blockchain-based authentication systems. It aims to replace traditional user and password credentials with a more secure and traceable method. The company's global solution can be integrated into various business models, providing users with absolute control over their digital identity across multiple platforms. For corporations, Block-Auth offers customizable user roles and absolute traceability of user operations. The technology is designed to enhance security and accessibility in the web3 space.

Cyber Struggle

Seed Round in 2023
Cyber Struggle, founded in 2016 and based in Tallinn, Estonia, specializes in cybersecurity training and certification services aimed at addressing the complexities of modern cyber threats. Recognizing that cybersecurity extends beyond traditional information security, the company adopts an interdisciplinary approach that integrates various fields, including criminology, psychological warfare, and terrorism studies. Cyber Struggle emphasizes the importance of both technical and soft skills, such as teamwork, leadership, and mental resilience, to prepare individuals for the high-pressure environment of cybersecurity. Through its comprehensive training programs and simulation services, the company aims to equip cybersecurity professionals with a 360-degree perspective on security, blending advanced technology with human-centric methodologies. This approach not only enhances the capabilities of cybersecurity personnel but also fosters a better understanding of the evolving nature of cyber threats.

TrustLynx

Pre Seed Round in 2023
TrustLynx was founded during game-changing projects in which they assisted organizations in their digitalization and innovation activities. It began with organizing information management and archiving within the company's systems and infrastructure in the framework of e-signing, validations, and time stamping. The idea of integrating digital trust services directly into enterprise systems opened up a wide range of opportunities for digitalizing and automating business operations while providing a pleasant user experience, control over information security, and data privacy.

ByteHide

Pre Seed Round in 2023
ByteHide is a security platform that automates protection for distributed software, mobile apps, and IoT systems. It enables businesses to secure their software in uncontrolled or untrusted environments.

Edison Marks

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Edison Marks offers an automated cybersecurity tool for small businesses. Its platform scans a company's web presence, providing clear risk assessments and personalized action steps to mitigate risks.

Sealit

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Sealit is a biometric security application that specializes in protecting sensitive files and emails for businesses. The platform offers end-to-end encryption, allowing users to secure their communications with both team members and clients. By utilizing simple biometric on-device encryption, Sealit enables clients to encrypt, interact, and collaborate effectively while ensuring the confidentiality of their documents. The application serves as a security ID for businesses, facilitating seamless sharing and secure encryption of vital information.

VR Ulysses

Pre Seed Round in 2023
VR Ulysses is a technology-focused company that specializes in creating virtual reality applications aimed at enhancing data security and network operations. The firm has developed a virtual reality-based cloud management platform that allows users to interact with network cloud assets in an immersive environment. This platform offers comprehensive visibility into cybersecurity, providing an all-encompassing view of the attack surface. By informing investigations into network assets, vulnerabilities, and events in real-time, VR Ulysses enables clients to respond swiftly to potential threats and manage their cloud environments effectively.

ETHIACK

Pre Seed Round in 2023
ETHIACK is a cybersecurity company offering a platform for autonomous ethical hacking and offensive security. The service continuously monitors and tests an organization's digital infrastructure to prevent cybercrime and reward ethical hackers for findings. The platform provides detailed reports on vulnerabilities and their severities, with practical mitigation guidance and collaborative sessions to clarify issues and plan remediation. By combining automated testing with expert analysis, ETHIACK helps organizations detect weaknesses in their systems and improve their security posture.

Cyberangels

Seed Round in 2023
Cyberangels specializes in providing enterprise-grade cybersecurity services and solutions tailored for small and medium-sized businesses. Their platform enables SMBs to effectively manage and mitigate cyber risks without the need for dedicated experts or significant budget.

Akurateco

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Akurateco is a payments technology company that provides a white-label, brandable Payment Orchestration Platform enabling merchants to own an end-to-end PCI DSS gateway. The platform supports a single integration to manage multiple payment providers, channels and methods through more than 350 connectors, helping to reduce processing costs and improve transaction approval rates. It functions as a unified environment to monitor transaction analytics across providers and supports security, data protection and compliance through managed security services and integrated tools, including encrypted card data storage. In addition to its core platform, Akurateco offers services that help businesses strengthen information security and comply with financial, government, and security requirements. The company operates with a small team and has offices in the Netherlands, Ukraine and Portugal.

Octopus Cybersecurity

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Octopus Cybersecurity provides data security solutions designed to protect critical environments such as data centers and network infrastructure across sectors including banking, finance, health, private companies, government, and the military. The company offers a platform with real-time detection, instant validation, and tooling for analysis and reporting that support security governance, control mechanisms, and visibility into operational risks. Its services and solutions aim to help organizations protect sensitive data, maintain regulatory compliance, and ensure business continuity by strengthening security postures and incident readiness across complex, multi-device networks.

Mellyn

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Mellyn offers a smart, adaptive authentication service that protects applications from unauthorized access and account takeover attacks. Seamlessly integrating our API and SDK with your app evaluates each login attempt using multiple factors like location, usage patterns, and threat signals to determine a risk score. High-risk logins prompt adaptive multi-factor authentication to verify identity, while legitimate users experience a smooth login process. With just a few lines of code, developers can bolster their app’s defense against evolving threats. Mellyn's risk-based approach blocks attackers and ensures a hassle-free experience for genuine users.

eID Easy

Seed Round in 2022
eID Easy facilitates business adoption of high-quality electronic signatures by aggregating popular, proven techniques where user identification is already confirmed. This streamlines the signing process and offers competitive pricing.

CoDe_RTD

Seed Round in 2022
CoDe_RTD specializes in developing advanced artificial intelligence solutions to combat digital piracy and protect the copyright of multimedia video content for the film industry.

Trudexia

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Trudexia provides a cybersecurity risk management platform focused on third-party vendor risk. The platform enables organizations to assess, monitor, and manage security exposure from suppliers by automating risk evaluations, continuously monitoring vendor posture, and creating customizable risk profiles. It supports intelligence sharing among subscribers to improve visibility, accelerates identification of supplier threats, and helps reduce the likelihood of breaches by tracking risk over time and prioritizing remediation efforts.

FloodGates Limited

Venture Round in 2022
FloodGates is an information technology firm that designs, develops, and delivers business technology solutions. It also offers web development, mobile development, digital security, and information technology consulting services. They serve banking and finance industries, as well as the healthcare, technology, communications, and government sectors.

Security Forge

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Security Forge is a security services and software provider that focuses on leveraging advanced technologies for secure data usage, management, and sharing. The company emphasizes a proactive data security model, enabling businesses to innovate and create added value while optimizing processes and reducing costs. By ensuring secure, traceable, and resilient data sharing, Security Forge supports organizations in their digital transformation efforts, underpinned by a commitment to security, control, and data sovereignty.

CyLock

Pre Seed Round in 2022
CyLock is a cybersecurity company that specializes in anti-hacker software aimed at protecting systems from cyber attacks. The software identifies vulnerabilities within various digital platforms, including websites, e-commerce sites, applications, and corporate networks. By leveraging artificial intelligence, CyLock provides services such as threat intelligence, data breach management, and personalized penetration tests. This allows small and medium-sized businesses to evaluate and strengthen their digital defenses against potential threats. Regular assessments of digital tools and employee skills are essential, as companies that neglect these practices face increased risks of cyber attacks that can lead to significant operational disruptions and financial losses. CyLock's solutions empower organizations to proactively address their security weaknesses and enhance their overall cybersecurity posture.

Snacka!

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Snacka! is a developer of a communication platform that offers an end-to-end encrypted audio and video call application. Designed to ensure privacy without sacrificing performance, Snacka! addresses common issues such as pixelation, frame loss, and audio lag, which often hinder secure communications. Currently available exclusively on Android, with an iOS version expected soon, the app requires an invitation for access. Snacka! utilizes advanced high-performance computing technologies to provide reliable connections even in challenging internet environments. The platform caters to a diverse user base, including individuals seeking to maintain personal connections and professionals in fields such as research, finance, and consulting, facilitating meaningful and intentional online communication.

Mellyn

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Mellyn offers a smart, adaptive authentication service that protects applications from unauthorized access and account takeover attacks. Seamlessly integrating our API and SDK with your app evaluates each login attempt using multiple factors like location, usage patterns, and threat signals to determine a risk score. High-risk logins prompt adaptive multi-factor authentication to verify identity, while legitimate users experience a smooth login process. With just a few lines of code, developers can bolster their app’s defense against evolving threats. Mellyn's risk-based approach blocks attackers and ensures a hassle-free experience for genuine users.

Mellyn

Convertible Note in 2021
Mellyn offers a smart, adaptive authentication service that protects applications from unauthorized access and account takeover attacks. Seamlessly integrating our API and SDK with your app evaluates each login attempt using multiple factors like location, usage patterns, and threat signals to determine a risk score. High-risk logins prompt adaptive multi-factor authentication to verify identity, while legitimate users experience a smooth login process. With just a few lines of code, developers can bolster their app’s defense against evolving threats. Mellyn's risk-based approach blocks attackers and ensures a hassle-free experience for genuine users.

Hive.id

Seed Round in 2021
Hive.id is an identity verification platform aimed at helping organizations minimize fraud risk during customer onboarding and beyond. The company offers a solution that allows businesses to verify customer identity, age, and biometrics in under ten seconds, leveraging AI and machine learning to streamline the verification process by over 30%. Hive.id supports operations in more than 200 countries and territories, accommodating nearly 8,000 government-issued documents in over 75 languages. The platform is designed for seamless integration, with a well-documented API that can be implemented in under 60 minutes. By enabling the creation of custom workflows and ensuring a fully encrypted environment, Hive.id enhances customer experience while maintaining compliance with global regulations such as GDPR and CCPA. The service aims to reduce fraud, increase customer trust, and facilitate effortless authentication without the need for passwords, positioning Hive.id as a modern alternative to legacy verification systems.

eID Easy

Pre Seed Round in 2021
eID Easy facilitates business adoption of high-quality electronic signatures by aggregating popular, proven techniques where user identification is already confirmed. This streamlines the signing process and offers competitive pricing.

MonkPhish

Pre Seed Round in 2021
MonkPhish is a cybersecurity company focused on managing cyber risk by providing innovative training solutions for employees. The firm develops a platform that gamifies the learning experience, enabling teams to engage in simulated spear phishing attacks in a controlled environment. This approach encourages employees to think creatively about potential attack strategies, fostering a culture of awareness and proactive defense. By leveraging competitive gaming mechanics, every team member actively participates in ongoing training, enhancing their ability to recognize and prevent phishing threats in real time. Through this unique methodology, MonkPhish aims to strengthen organizational resilience against cyber threats while making the learning process both enjoyable and effective.

eID Easy

Pre Seed Round in 2021
eID Easy facilitates business adoption of high-quality electronic signatures by aggregating popular, proven techniques where user identification is already confirmed. This streamlines the signing process and offers competitive pricing.

Hive.id

Seed Round in 2021
Hive.id is an identity verification platform aimed at helping organizations minimize fraud risk during customer onboarding and beyond. The company offers a solution that allows businesses to verify customer identity, age, and biometrics in under ten seconds, leveraging AI and machine learning to streamline the verification process by over 30%. Hive.id supports operations in more than 200 countries and territories, accommodating nearly 8,000 government-issued documents in over 75 languages. The platform is designed for seamless integration, with a well-documented API that can be implemented in under 60 minutes. By enabling the creation of custom workflows and ensuring a fully encrypted environment, Hive.id enhances customer experience while maintaining compliance with global regulations such as GDPR and CCPA. The service aims to reduce fraud, increase customer trust, and facilitate effortless authentication without the need for passwords, positioning Hive.id as a modern alternative to legacy verification systems.

Cursor Insight

Venture Round in 2021
Cursor Insight is a U.K.-based software development company founded in 2013 by Tamas Zelczer and Bence Golda. The company specializes in cybersecurity by offering advanced movement analysis solutions. Its innovative electronic signature system utilizes a human motion analysis algorithm that processes data from a variety of movement capturing devices, including electronic signature pads and computer mice. Leveraging machine learning technology, Cursor Insight's system accurately recognizes handwritten signatures and identifies users based on their unique movement patterns during interaction with computers, phones, or video. This capability allows clients to seamlessly integrate tracking functionalities into their websites and applications, enhancing security and user verification processes.

Trudexia

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Trudexia provides a cybersecurity risk management platform focused on third-party vendor risk. The platform enables organizations to assess, monitor, and manage security exposure from suppliers by automating risk evaluations, continuously monitoring vendor posture, and creating customizable risk profiles. It supports intelligence sharing among subscribers to improve visibility, accelerates identification of supplier threats, and helps reduce the likelihood of breaches by tracking risk over time and prioritizing remediation efforts.

CoDe_RTD

Angel Round in 2021
CoDe_RTD specializes in developing advanced artificial intelligence solutions to combat digital piracy and protect the copyright of multimedia video content for the film industry.

idBlender

Pre Seed Round in 2020
idBlender offers a cloud-based SaaS platform that securely manages network access. It combines secure WiFi and VPN technologies, providing enterprise-grade encryption and API integration. The solution is compatible with existing infrastructure and enables centralized control over identity management, WiFi, and VPN.

Cyber Struggle

Seed Round in 2020
Cyber Struggle, founded in 2016 and based in Tallinn, Estonia, specializes in cybersecurity training and certification services aimed at addressing the complexities of modern cyber threats. Recognizing that cybersecurity extends beyond traditional information security, the company adopts an interdisciplinary approach that integrates various fields, including criminology, psychological warfare, and terrorism studies. Cyber Struggle emphasizes the importance of both technical and soft skills, such as teamwork, leadership, and mental resilience, to prepare individuals for the high-pressure environment of cybersecurity. Through its comprehensive training programs and simulation services, the company aims to equip cybersecurity professionals with a 360-degree perspective on security, blending advanced technology with human-centric methodologies. This approach not only enhances the capabilities of cybersecurity personnel but also fosters a better understanding of the evolving nature of cyber threats.

Idyllum Labs

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Idyllum Labs is a developer of cloud-based website security technology that focuses on assessing the integrity of web applications. The company utilizes advanced algorithms to conduct a series of harmless penetration tests on websites, identifying security features, data safety, and potential vulnerabilities. By simulating attacks, Idyllum Labs aims to uncover weaknesses before malicious actors can exploit them. This proactive approach allows clients to receive comprehensive security reports quickly and efficiently, enhancing their online safety and protecting sensitive information.

GuardIoT

Pre Seed Round in 2020
CYWETA provides cyber security solutions for manufacturing, transportation, industrial, military companies, and organizations. Their customers inquiries are addressed through online applications.

Hive.id

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Hive.id is an identity verification platform aimed at helping organizations minimize fraud risk during customer onboarding and beyond. The company offers a solution that allows businesses to verify customer identity, age, and biometrics in under ten seconds, leveraging AI and machine learning to streamline the verification process by over 30%. Hive.id supports operations in more than 200 countries and territories, accommodating nearly 8,000 government-issued documents in over 75 languages. The platform is designed for seamless integration, with a well-documented API that can be implemented in under 60 minutes. By enabling the creation of custom workflows and ensuring a fully encrypted environment, Hive.id enhances customer experience while maintaining compliance with global regulations such as GDPR and CCPA. The service aims to reduce fraud, increase customer trust, and facilitate effortless authentication without the need for passwords, positioning Hive.id as a modern alternative to legacy verification systems.

LOKI

Seed Round in 2019
LOKI Inc. is a technology company based in Izmir, Turkey, founded in 2017, specializing in cybersecurity solutions for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The company has developed a cloud-based platform that provides a secure software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) infrastructure, allowing users to manage and protect their networks without requiring technical expertise. LOKI's solution integrates various security features, including antivirus, anti-spam, web filtering, firewall, and intrusion prevention systems, all designed to detect and eliminate cyber threats. By offering a unified threat management system, LOKI enables clients to ensure safe and secure internet access while effectively managing their network traffic.

Cyex

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Cyex develops an AI-based tool generating personalized cybersecurity exercises tailored to specific industry threats. Its platform engages users emotionally, motivating them to understand risks and prevent cyber attacks.

Cyber Struggle

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Cyber Struggle, founded in 2016 and based in Tallinn, Estonia, specializes in cybersecurity training and certification services aimed at addressing the complexities of modern cyber threats. Recognizing that cybersecurity extends beyond traditional information security, the company adopts an interdisciplinary approach that integrates various fields, including criminology, psychological warfare, and terrorism studies. Cyber Struggle emphasizes the importance of both technical and soft skills, such as teamwork, leadership, and mental resilience, to prepare individuals for the high-pressure environment of cybersecurity. Through its comprehensive training programs and simulation services, the company aims to equip cybersecurity professionals with a 360-degree perspective on security, blending advanced technology with human-centric methodologies. This approach not only enhances the capabilities of cybersecurity personnel but also fosters a better understanding of the evolving nature of cyber threats.

WebTotem

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Founded in Estonia in 2016, WebTotem develops cybersecurity software focused on preventing website hacks. Its platform offers automated incident response services for startups, e-commerce businesses, and governments, protecting against emerging threats and providing proactive security recommendations.

Hive.id

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Hive.id is an identity verification platform aimed at helping organizations minimize fraud risk during customer onboarding and beyond. The company offers a solution that allows businesses to verify customer identity, age, and biometrics in under ten seconds, leveraging AI and machine learning to streamline the verification process by over 30%. Hive.id supports operations in more than 200 countries and territories, accommodating nearly 8,000 government-issued documents in over 75 languages. The platform is designed for seamless integration, with a well-documented API that can be implemented in under 60 minutes. By enabling the creation of custom workflows and ensuring a fully encrypted environment, Hive.id enhances customer experience while maintaining compliance with global regulations such as GDPR and CCPA. The service aims to reduce fraud, increase customer trust, and facilitate effortless authentication without the need for passwords, positioning Hive.id as a modern alternative to legacy verification systems.

Trapmine

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Trapmine is a cybersecurity company that specializes in providing robust defense against various forms of cyber threats, including malware, ransomware, and exploit attempts. Its endpoint protection platform utilizes advanced technologies such as machine learning, behavior monitoring, and exploit prevention techniques to offer comprehensive security. Unlike traditional antivirus solutions that rely on detection-based methods, Trapmine employs a proactive approach to block threats at their source. The platform is designed for ease of deployment and includes a user-friendly security console, making it accessible for organizations of all sizes. By focusing on delivering effective protection at a competitive price, Trapmine aims to address the evolving challenges of cybercrime and safeguard valuable assets for its clients.

BitCalm

Pre Seed Round in 2015
BitCalm LLC is a cloud-based backup service provider headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The company specializes in enabling customers to securely back up their server data using an open-source client that can be installed on Linux servers. BitCalm's services allow users to automate the backup of files, file systems, websites, media files, and databases to Amazon S3 cloud storage, ensuring data integrity and recoverability. The platform offers features such as online support, detailed backup statistics, and a web interface for monitoring and configuration. Additionally, it supports various database systems, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB. Through its straightforward file recovery options, BitCalm helps enterprises safeguard their information and maintain operational continuity.

Safevox

Pre Seed Round in 2013
Safevox is a developer of a secure mobile voice and messaging platform designed to enhance communication privacy. The company offers an application that generates unique encryption keys for each contact in a user's address book, ensuring that intercepted communications remain indecipherable. By prioritizing end-to-end encryption, Safevox enables users to make secure calls and exchange messages with confidence, effectively taking control of their communication privacy.
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