Startup Wise Guys
Startup Wise Guys is a B2B-focused accelerator and VC firm founded in Tallinn, Estonia. It runs a Flagship Accelerator plus vertical programs in areas including SaaS, fintech, cybersecurity, defence, proptech and sustainability. Programs span the Baltics, CEE, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Türkiye and Africa. It reports 25+ exits, and no insolvency or restructuring filing was found; it was still running programs in late 2026.
At a glance
Startup Wise Guys key facts
- Investment
- $115K
- Deal terms
- Up to €100K (~$115K) convertible investment in flagship programs; equity not published (third parties report a ~€35K program fee within the ticket)
- Format
- Hybrid
- Headquarters
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Cohort locations
- Tallinn, Estonia; Spain; Portugal; Italy; Türkiye; Africa
- Stage
- pre-seed, seed
- Sectors
- b2b saas, fintech, climate, enterprise
- Application cycle
- Multiple program calls per year
Verified November 3, 2026 against the sources below. Terms change; confirm on the official site before applying.
Timing
The Founders Club (3-month online program) deadline was 2 Nov 2026; check All Programs for other calls
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Notable alumni
- Ready Player Me
- EstateGuru
- Fractory
- Katana
- Ondato
FAQ
Applying to Startup Wise Guys
- How much does Startup Wise Guys invest?
- Startup Wise Guys's standard deal: Up to €100K (~$115K) convertible investment in flagship programs; equity not published (third parties report a ~€35K program fee within the ticket).
- When is the Startup Wise Guys application deadline?
- Application cycle: Multiple program calls per year. The Founders Club (3-month online program) deadline was 2 Nov 2026; check All Programs for other calls
- Where is Startup Wise Guys based?
- Startup Wise Guys is headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia. The program runs hybrid. Cohorts run in Tallinn, Estonia, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Türkiye, Africa.
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