Startup Wise Guys

Startup Wise Guys, established in 2012 and headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, is a leading early-stage investor and accelerator in the Central and Eastern European (CEE) region and the Nordics. It offers a world-class, up to five-month accelerator program focused on validating, developing, and selling products to business customers, with a particular interest in Sustainability, B2B SaaS, Fintech, Cybersecurity, and XR sectors. The program, supported by over 200 international and local mentors, has accelerated more than 300 startups, with an 80% success and survival rate, and 11 major exits. Post-program, startups join an alumni community of over 300 startups across 40 countries, gaining access to invite-only events for business development and fundraising support.

Alexandra Balkova

Partner

Attila Hudecz

Batch Managing Director

Franziska Kolk

General Partner, Africa

Andrea Orlando

Partner

Past deals in Art

INKsearch.co

Seed Round in 2024
INKsearch is an online booking platform designed for tattoo enthusiasts, artists, and studios, headquartered in Warsaw, Poland. The platform simplifies the process of finding and booking appointments with tattoo artists, while also providing users with inspiration and information related to tattoos. It serves as a marketplace where clients can discover their favorite artists, share recommendations, and explore creative ideas for their tattoos. For artists, INKsearch offers opportunities to promote their work, connect with potential clients, and gain employment at various studios. The user-friendly interface enhances the overall experience for both clients and artists, fostering a vibrant community within the tattoo industry.

INKsearch.co

Seed Round in 2023
INKsearch is an online booking platform designed for tattoo enthusiasts, artists, and studios, headquartered in Warsaw, Poland. The platform simplifies the process of finding and booking appointments with tattoo artists, while also providing users with inspiration and information related to tattoos. It serves as a marketplace where clients can discover their favorite artists, share recommendations, and explore creative ideas for their tattoos. For artists, INKsearch offers opportunities to promote their work, connect with potential clients, and gain employment at various studios. The user-friendly interface enhances the overall experience for both clients and artists, fostering a vibrant community within the tattoo industry.

AerariumChain

Convertible Note in 2022
AerariumChain is a technology company that specializes in ArtTech, InsurTech, and Crypto SaaS solutions, primarily serving museums, foundations, and private collectors. The company provides a comprehensive service for monitoring the condition of artworks through high-definition 3D scans and data certification on blockchain. Utilizing advanced AI algorithms, AerariumChain can detect any signs of deterioration in artworks over time. Additionally, the company facilitates fundraising for art preservation through a unique type of NFT known as NFTmicro, enabling clients to secure financial support for the maintenance and protection of their collections.

INKsearch.co

Pre Seed Round in 2022
INKsearch is an online booking platform designed for tattoo enthusiasts, artists, and studios, headquartered in Warsaw, Poland. The platform simplifies the process of finding and booking appointments with tattoo artists, while also providing users with inspiration and information related to tattoos. It serves as a marketplace where clients can discover their favorite artists, share recommendations, and explore creative ideas for their tattoos. For artists, INKsearch offers opportunities to promote their work, connect with potential clients, and gain employment at various studios. The user-friendly interface enhances the overall experience for both clients and artists, fostering a vibrant community within the tattoo industry.

Ready Player Me

Series A in 2021
Ready Player Me, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, with an additional office in Los Angeles, California, specializes in creating realistic 3D avatars for virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) applications. The company utilizes advanced 3D scanning technology to generate lifelike avatars that enhance communication and interaction in gaming environments. Its platform supports developers by enabling the integration of custom 3D models into existing games, game engines, or VR applications, thereby facilitating more immersive experiences. In addition to its focus on gaming, Ready Player Me's technology also has applications in various sectors, including healthcare, where it aids in surgical planning through the creation of anatomical models. The company has showcased its scanning technology at various public venues, such as airports and museums, further demonstrating its innovative approach to 3D printing and scanning.

Ready Player Me

Series A in 2021
Ready Player Me, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, with an additional office in Los Angeles, California, specializes in creating realistic 3D avatars for virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) applications. The company utilizes advanced 3D scanning technology to generate lifelike avatars that enhance communication and interaction in gaming environments. Its platform supports developers by enabling the integration of custom 3D models into existing games, game engines, or VR applications, thereby facilitating more immersive experiences. In addition to its focus on gaming, Ready Player Me's technology also has applications in various sectors, including healthcare, where it aids in surgical planning through the creation of anatomical models. The company has showcased its scanning technology at various public venues, such as airports and museums, further demonstrating its innovative approach to 3D printing and scanning.

AerariumChain

Pre Seed Round in 2021
AerariumChain is a technology company that specializes in ArtTech, InsurTech, and Crypto SaaS solutions, primarily serving museums, foundations, and private collectors. The company provides a comprehensive service for monitoring the condition of artworks through high-definition 3D scans and data certification on blockchain. Utilizing advanced AI algorithms, AerariumChain can detect any signs of deterioration in artworks over time. Additionally, the company facilitates fundraising for art preservation through a unique type of NFT known as NFTmicro, enabling clients to secure financial support for the maintenance and protection of their collections.

Anatomy Next

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Anatomy Next is an ed-tech company that uses clear and reliable 3D anatomy models to create empowering education tools for medical students and artists. Anatomy.app and the online encyclopedia Anatomy.net help medical students learn human anatomy. "Anatomy for Sculptors" handbooks are bestsellers among aspiring artists striving to better understand the human form. Anatomy Next unites an international team of entrepreneurs, medical experts, professional artists, 3D designers and software developers.

Ready Player Me

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Ready Player Me, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, with an additional office in Los Angeles, California, specializes in creating realistic 3D avatars for virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) applications. The company utilizes advanced 3D scanning technology to generate lifelike avatars that enhance communication and interaction in gaming environments. Its platform supports developers by enabling the integration of custom 3D models into existing games, game engines, or VR applications, thereby facilitating more immersive experiences. In addition to its focus on gaming, Ready Player Me's technology also has applications in various sectors, including healthcare, where it aids in surgical planning through the creation of anatomical models. The company has showcased its scanning technology at various public venues, such as airports and museums, further demonstrating its innovative approach to 3D printing and scanning.
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