Startup Wise Guys

Startup Wise Guys is a prominent early-stage investor based in Tallinn, Estonia, recognized as one of the leading venture capital funds in the Central and Eastern European (CEE) region and the Nordics. Since its inception in 2012, it has operated a renowned startup accelerator that has supported over 165 startups, primarily in sectors such as B2B SaaS, Fintech, and Cybersecurity. The intensive three-month program aims to validate, develop, and market products to business clients, benefiting from the guidance of more than 200 mentors. The accelerator culminates in Demo Days and attendance at major tech events, providing startups the opportunity to pitch to investors. With a startup survival and success rate exceeding 77%, the program has facilitated two major exits and fosters a robust alumni network of over 145 startups across more than 40 countries. Additionally, Startup Wise Guys manages specific funds targeting investments in various sectors, including technology and clean tech, with a focus on early-stage ventures.

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Alexandra Balkova

Partner

Past deals in Virtual Reality

Agora World

Pre Seed Round in 2023

Our platform provides captivating shared experiences in customizable environments, the ability to display one's true personality, and the opportunity to curate valuable connections. With the 3D nature of our platform, we can support networking events, conferences, trade shows, demo days, event spaces, retail marketplaces and more.

VSight

Seed Round in 2021

VSight UAB, founded in 2014 and based in Vilnius, Lithuania, specializes in developing and marketing HangaarLab, an augmented reality remote support and assistance platform tailored for enterprises. This platform enhances operational efficiency by enabling remote maintenance, repair, inspection, and training processes. By integrating wearable and mobile technology into enterprise workflows, VSight facilitates real-time knowledge sharing and expert connectivity, allowing field personnel to receive immediate support from specialists. The use of video and audio communication, along with interactive manuals and advanced models, empowers companies to transform their workforce into a more intelligent and productive unit, ultimately driving improved outcomes in manufacturing and other sectors.

VSight

Pre Seed Round in 2019

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

VRNET

Pre Seed Round in 2017

VRNET.IO automatically convert 3D CAD models into VR and AR experiences. We live in a 3D world, we can feel the scale, space, distances and height. Architects and interior designers show their projects with blueprints and 2D renders. Thus, out of 50 architects, from 9 countries, 90% have experienced communication problems with their clients. We solve this problem by taking their 3D models and converting them into VR walkthroughs where they can feel the scale, the distances and height, like in real life.

Anatomy Next

Pre Seed Round in 2016

Anatomy Next is augmented reality and web-based software for personalized medical education and healthcare. Anatomy Next has the most accurate 3-D anatomy models validated by professors at the University of Washington School of Medicine.

Exonicus

Seed Round in 2016

Founded in 2013 as a digital publishing business that created a highly acclaimed book about the human body, and used by major motion picture studios, artists and scientists. Exonicus pivoted in 2015 and started developing 3D software technology for anatomy education. Using our unique skills and 3D tools that capture each anatomical feature of the human body, we completed our 3D human anatomy data-base and did paid pilot projects for the University of Washington, Massachusetts General Hospital and Allergan, Inc. Exonicus pivoted 2018 by developing virtual reality software for military emergency physician training and did paid pilot in collaboration with the Madigan Army Medical Center. We have pushed the traditional boundaries of medical technology with a new business model that accelerates advances in how emergency medicine is taught, learned, and practiced and how patient care is delivered and administered, thereby resulting in savings in time and money.

Wolf3D

Pre Seed Round in 2016

Wolf3D specializes in creating realistic 3D avatars for virtual and augmented reality applications, utilizing advanced 3D scanning technology that can be accessed via smartphones. Founded in 2014 and based in Tallinn, Estonia, with an additional office in Los Angeles, the company aims to enhance interpersonal connections in virtual environments. Wolf3D has deployed its scanning technology in various public venues, including airports and museums, allowing individuals to create custom avatars for use in gaming and other immersive experiences. In addition to gaming, the company's solutions cater to multiple industries, contributing to advancements in 3D printing and custom mannequin creation.