Inside Startup Wise Guys: The First Multi-Vertical Winter 2024 Batch
We’re beyond thrilled to welcome ten groundbreaking teams to our Winter 2024 batch! These exceptional founders have traveled from all corners of the globe to embark on a transformative journey designed to supercharge their startups. With access to unparalleled mentorship, rare connections, and significant investment opportunities, these entrepreneurs are poised to make waves in the startup ecosystem.
A Start in Stunning Lisbon
This year, we kicked off the program in the vibrant city of Lisbon, a hub of innovation and creativity. The launch began with a community breakfast at Unicorn Factory Lisboa, where members of the Startup Wise Guys and Unicorn Factory startup ecosystem connected over coffee and pastel de nata. This energy-packed morning set the tone for the weeks to come, fostering community involvement and collaboration.
With the support of Unicorn Factory Lisboa, the Winter Batch 2024 accelerator program is Startup Wise Guys’ first-ever multi-vertical batch, bringing together international startups from SaaS, Web3, cyber security, and defense. A key highlight of the program is the Lightning Pitch Competition on Thursday.
A Tailored Approach to Growth
This multi-vertical program goes beyond group learning, emphasizing individualized mentorship tailored to each startup’s unique needs. Weekly one-on-one meetings with their managing director ensure that mentorship and content are precisely aligned with their growth trajectories. Combined with group sessions and networking opportunities, this program equips startups with the tools they need to scale.
Startups Disrupting SaaS, Cyber, Defense, and Web3
This batch features an inspiring diversity of industries and missions. From redefining customer loyalty systems in fintech to creating AI-powered assistants and game-changing tools for Web3, these teams share a common goal: to maximize their impact and push boundaries.
Here’s a closer look at the startups shaping the future:
Airvision: Transforming loyalty and payment systems through scalable SaaS solutions for airlines, banks, and retailers.
CERDI: Tokenized private credit portfolios.
Frontline: Designing and building unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) and remote weapon systems (RWS) for the modern battlefield, integrating various platforms into a single control system with minimal personnel.
Hardal: Enabling server-side measurement for improved first-party data analytics and privacy—fast and easy. Regain data lost due to cookie consent restrictions or privacy-focused browsers while staying fully GDPR-compliant.
Klart AI: Enterprise-grade AI Assistants Connected to Company Knowledge & Tools.
Lizcore: Innovating indoor climbing with the Lizcore® System, putting your climbing progress at your fingertips.
rBlox: Future-proofing your infrastructure needs with next-gen network software.
Tiledesk: Accessible Gen AI that works.
Unitlab: Delivering a collaborative and AI-Powered Data Annotation Platform for AI Teams!
Vivox AI: AI digital workers for compliance teams.
The Journey Ahead
As these dynamic startups tackle challenges and break new ground in their respective industries, we’re inspired by their drive to make the most of this program. Each team’s mission is unique, but they are united in their ambition to transform their ideas into standout products.
