Startup Wise Guys

Startup Wise Guys, founded in 2012 and based in Tallinn, Estonia, is a prominent early-stage investor and accelerator in the Central and Eastern European (CEE) region and the Nordics. The organization has accelerated over 165 startups, primarily in B2B SaaS, fintech, and cybersecurity, achieving a startup survival and success rate exceeding 77%. Its intensive three-month accelerator program focuses on product validation, development, and sales to business customers, supported by a network of over 200 international and local mentors. The program culminates in Demo Days and major tech events where startups present their ventures to potential investors. Additionally, participants gain access to an alumni community of more than 145 startups across 40 countries and exclusive alumni events centered on business development and fundraising. Startup Wise Guys also manages dedicated funds targeting various sectors, including an Africa Fund that invests in fintech, health tech, and digital SaaS, among others.

Alexandra Balkova

Partner, Head of Portfolio

Gunce Onur

Venture Partner Turkey

Attila Hudecz

Managing Director, Sustainability

Franziska Kolk

General Partner, Africa

Andrea T. Orlando

Partner

Günce Önür

General Partner, Challenger II

Past deals in Facial Recognition

Facedapter

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Developer of facial recognition platform designed for cross-domain recognition to match 3D and thermal images with 2D images on passports and IDs. The company provides a thermal imaging facial recognition system for AI-powered contactless temperature screening and identity verification services, enabling companies with identity verification solutions on any device equipped with any camera in the blink of an eye using artificial intelligence.

Wolf3D

Series A in 2021
Wolf3D, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, with an additional office in Los Angeles, specializes in creating realistic 3D avatars for virtual and augmented reality applications. Utilizing advanced 3D scanning technology, the company produces detailed avatars that can be used as game characters or custom mannequins in various VR environments. Wolf3D's scanning services are accessible in public venues such as airports, museums, and conference halls, allowing for widespread engagement. The company aims to enhance communication in virtual reality, fostering authentic relationships among users, thereby integrating the human element into digital interactions.

Wolf3D

Series A in 2021
Wolf3D, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, with an additional office in Los Angeles, specializes in creating realistic 3D avatars for virtual and augmented reality applications. Utilizing advanced 3D scanning technology, the company produces detailed avatars that can be used as game characters or custom mannequins in various VR environments. Wolf3D's scanning services are accessible in public venues such as airports, museums, and conference halls, allowing for widespread engagement. The company aims to enhance communication in virtual reality, fostering authentic relationships among users, thereby integrating the human element into digital interactions.

Ondato

Seed Round in 2021
Ondato specializes in providing remote customer identification and Know Your Customer (KYC) services that leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies. The company offers a digital ID verification tool designed to help banks and fintech organizations comply with regulatory requirements across various industries, including banking, blockchain, and online trading. Ondato's solutions feature real-time video and photo identification, access to a comprehensive national and international document database, and a high level of security comparable to banking standards. Additionally, the platform allows for easy integration and offers significant process flexibility, making it adaptable to the specific needs of its clients while ensuring data protection and privacy.

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 solutions focused on human motion analysis. It has developed an advanced algorithm for processing movement data captured from various devices, including electronic signature pads and computer mice. This technology utilizes machine learning to accurately recognize handwritten signatures and analyze user movements, allowing for the identification and classification of individuals based on their interaction patterns with computers and mobile devices. Cursor Insight's solutions enable clients to integrate motion tracking capabilities into their websites and applications, enhancing security and user verification processes.

Ondato

Seed Round in 2020
Ondato specializes in providing remote customer identification and Know Your Customer (KYC) services that leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies. The company offers a digital ID verification tool designed to help banks and fintech organizations comply with regulatory requirements across various industries, including banking, blockchain, and online trading. Ondato's solutions feature real-time video and photo identification, access to a comprehensive national and international document database, and a high level of security comparable to banking standards. Additionally, the platform allows for easy integration and offers significant process flexibility, making it adaptable to the specific needs of its clients while ensuring data protection and privacy.

Nobe

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Xpass enables companies in Latin America to cut the costs of user onboarding by 10x, and give their customers and easier access to their service. All that with better security. Xpass lets customer digitize their most important documents on their phone and create a digital ID. With Xpass, customers can create their digital ID with 3 simple steps: 1. Download Xpass app 2. Create 2 security PIN-codes only they know 3. Take a photo of one of their identity documents and upload it After that, we verify the user and their uploaded documents. If everything is correct, user has a working digital identity. This means they can now access multiple services with already verified profile.

Cognitiwe

Seed Round in 2020
Cognitiwe is an AI computer vision company that specializes in developing visual analysis technology for quality control and stock tracking. The company employs actionable video analytics to harness artificial intelligence and mathematical algorithms, extracting valuable information from images captured by closed-circuit television cameras. Cognitiwe provides a suite of products tailored for fresh food retailers, assisting them in managing the freshness, stock levels, and sales performance of their inventory. Additionally, the technology enables organizations to effectively monitor production quality and enhance operational security, helping to prevent incidents and improve overall efficiency in their operations.

Ondato

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Ondato specializes in providing remote customer identification and Know Your Customer (KYC) services that leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies. The company offers a digital ID verification tool designed to help banks and fintech organizations comply with regulatory requirements across various industries, including banking, blockchain, and online trading. Ondato's solutions feature real-time video and photo identification, access to a comprehensive national and international document database, and a high level of security comparable to banking standards. Additionally, the platform allows for easy integration and offers significant process flexibility, making it adaptable to the specific needs of its clients while ensuring data protection and privacy.

Ondato

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Ondato specializes in providing remote customer identification and Know Your Customer (KYC) services that leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies. The company offers a digital ID verification tool designed to help banks and fintech organizations comply with regulatory requirements across various industries, including banking, blockchain, and online trading. Ondato's solutions feature real-time video and photo identification, access to a comprehensive national and international document database, and a high level of security comparable to banking standards. Additionally, the platform allows for easy integration and offers significant process flexibility, making it adaptable to the specific needs of its clients while ensuring data protection and privacy.

Ondato

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Ondato specializes in providing remote customer identification and Know Your Customer (KYC) services that leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies. The company offers a digital ID verification tool designed to help banks and fintech organizations comply with regulatory requirements across various industries, including banking, blockchain, and online trading. Ondato's solutions feature real-time video and photo identification, access to a comprehensive national and international document database, and a high level of security comparable to banking standards. Additionally, the platform allows for easy integration and offers significant process flexibility, making it adaptable to the specific needs of its clients while ensuring data protection and privacy.

Zirity

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Zirity is an easy to intergate API virtual try-on tool for online glasses retailers which uses AR, AI, CV and 3D body-reconstruction technologies. Customers can see themselves with the product they are willing to purchase in real time.

Zirity

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Zirity is an easy to intergate API virtual try-on tool for online glasses retailers which uses AR, AI, CV and 3D body-reconstruction technologies. Customers can see themselves with the product they are willing to purchase in real time.

Fully-Verified

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Fully-Verified is an identity verification solution that eliminates as much as 90% of identity fraud. The company is a banking-grade solution that verifies people live, on video with verification specialists.

Airis Vision

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Airis Vision Systems SRL specializes in artificial intelligence technology that focuses on object and concept recognition in images, videos, and live streams. Founded in 2016 and based in Iasi, Romania, the company offers a Visual Recognition Analytics Tools solution that enables real-time identification and classification of objects with minimal processing power. Its product suite includes various applications such as NSFW moderation, integration with cameras and drones, video platforms, advertising servers, and out-of-home (OOH) advertising solutions. Airis Vision aims to provide advanced visual recognition analytics to enhance user experiences across multiple media formats.

Wolf3D

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Wolf3D, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, with an additional office in Los Angeles, specializes in creating realistic 3D avatars for virtual and augmented reality applications. Utilizing advanced 3D scanning technology, the company produces detailed avatars that can be used as game characters or custom mannequins in various VR environments. Wolf3D's scanning services are accessible in public venues such as airports, museums, and conference halls, allowing for widespread engagement. The company aims to enhance communication in virtual reality, fostering authentic relationships among users, thereby integrating the human element into digital interactions.
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