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In a world where software alone cannot solve the most pressing challenges, Presto connects frontier technologies, strategic investments, and purpose: to create a safer, more secure future. We empower impactful, fast-growing tech companies and entrepreneurs who lead the way. Let's step it up a notch.

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For Founders
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Potential.

Progress.

Presto.

Seed TO SERIES A

Mostly post-revenue companies raising a €800k to €8M financing round, looking to accelerate their growth. Tickets ranging from €500k to €5M.

NATO & FRIENDS

Supporting advanced tech innovators with foundations or a significant operational focus in the countries of NATO, its allies, and the startup nation of Israel.

ADVANCED TECH

Security, defense, and aerospace. Cutting-edge and dual-use solutions, both software and hardware, capable of solving the most pressing global challenges.

Founders Support

Thanks to unmatched partnerships, Presto is a co-builder. We bring unparalleled sector experience and world-class industrial-technological expertise.

Backed by Entrepreneurs

We’re backed by successful entrepreneurs, exited tech founders, and family offices. They pack a punch when it comes to networks and opportunities.

Next Level Ready

We have the know-how and contacts to help founders structure their operations and get ready for follow-up rounds in Western Europe and the US.

For Investors
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Performance.

Payoff.

Presto.

€40M+

Since 2016, we’ve invested €40M from two funds. Our new €150M fund targets the best of security, defense, and aerospace tech, with focus on dual-use.

€300M

Our portfolio companies have attracted €300M in next-round funding, including capital from prominent Western VCs like Andreessen Horowitz or Point Nine.

100%

Presto is backed 100% by private money from successful entrepreneurs, exited tech founders, family offices, and renowned private institutional investors.

60+

A portfolio of 60+ early-stage startups across two funds. Will continue to focus on advanced solutions addressing complex industrial and security issues.

3,000

In 2023, Presto reviewed more than 5,000 startups and connected with almost 3,000 founding teams. Volume and velocity are key for diversification.

300

Every year, the team spends 300+ days across 20 countries. Our outstanding relationships with ecosystem partners unlock access to exclusive deal flow.

For Investors
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Performance.
       Payoff. Presto.

Learn more about investment opportunities.

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Our Portfolio
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projects.

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Adam

Czechia

Adam is a marketplace where customers can select and connect with trusted local contractors to receive an instant price quote and get the job done within one day. First industry to tackle: interior painting.

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Behavio

Czechia

A SaaS platform that provides behavioral insights to maximize advertising performance. The automated process allows users to upload concepts, storyboards, and videos to be tested at any time. Results in under 5 days.

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Blindspot Tech

Czechia

A cloud-based cybersecurity solution that specializes in providing comprehensive DDoS protection, along with advanced Web Application and API security, tailored specifically for the B2B segment.

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Calypso

Kyrgyzstan

Calypso Commodities deploys cutting-edge algorithms to bring AI solutions to trading desks in the LNG market. They build ready-to-use products for shipping and trading desks that are in line with the trading reality on the ground.

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Carmine Finance

Czechia

Options automatic market maker and liquidity provider. The solution allows wider adoption of DeFi to traditional products by providing insurance against volatility and increasing liquidity of certain assets.

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Choice QR

Czechia

Choice QR completely digitizes restaurant-customer interactions with QR menus and payments, no-waiter table orders, table reservations, loyalty features, a simple website builder, PoS integrations, and much more.

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Citypay.io

Georgia

First-in-region cryptocurrency payment system that helps businesses receive payments in cryptocurrency and convert them into fiat, making everyday crypto-payments accessible for everyone. Co-investment with Tether.

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Cloudtalk

Slovakia

SaaS cloud-based virtual phone system and PBX for sales and customer service teams. Currently the global sector leader for SME customers, Cloudtalk offers over 40 advanced calling features and integrations.

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Cruxo

Czechia

A platform that simplifies the process of planning, creating, launching, evaluating, and optimizing online campaigns to provide e-retailers with a new source of high-margin revenue: the retail media.

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Dillali

Estonia

A simple bookkeeping tool for growing SMEs, Dillali focuses on business owners in Africa and other emerging markets. This Estonian-Nigerian startup helps companies manage their finances and customers in one place.

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Elin.ai

Czechia

AI application that works like a ‘cognitive antivirus’ to protect users' minds while navigating the online space. Elin.ai supports mental wellbeing in the online world and helps defend against online stress.

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Ellio Technology

Czechia

A cybersecurity solution that helps security teams reduce their alert overload, improve incident response, and target serious attackers who pose a real threat to their companies and customers.

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Finmap

Ukraine

Cash-flow management software for SMBs that provides clear financial statements and real-time forecasting with an intuitive user interface. Finmap helps owners increase profitability and retain agile competitiveness.

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Getpin

Ukraine

Getpin is an AI-based solution that helps multi-location businesses increase revenue and client satisfaction by automating the management of their online presence and communication on 3rd party platforms.

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GoRamp

Lithuania

A cloud-based transportation management software that allows shippers to make proactive decisions while sourcing and monitoring freight logistics. GoRamp optimizes supply chain, warehouse management, and dock scheduling.

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People.

Power.

Presto.

Our Team
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People.

purpose.

     Presto.

Solid, authentic connections lie at the core of Presto’s DNA. And that comes hand in hand with responsibility. For us, it’s a steadfast commitment towards our founders, investors, as well as each other. It’s what drives us to bring our best every single day – and we expect nothing less from those around us.

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Founders

We empower tech entrepreneurs who lead the way, addressing the most complex industrial and security challenges.

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Investors

We invest in fast-growing, impactful tech companies. Unlock unprecedented access to investment opportunities with us.

Featured News
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In the

SpotLight.

23/10/24

Tech Horizons

Presto Tech Horizons Announces First Investments in AI and Defense

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23/10/24

Tech Horizons

Drone navigation and an attack detector: The new fund by Strnad and Presto Ventures announces its first investments

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1/10/24

Tech Horizons

NATO & Friends: The largest defense fund of its kind in Europe is being established in the Czech Republic

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26/6/24

Tech Horizons

Presto Ventures and Czechoslovak Group launch Presto Tech Horizons Fund targeting dual-use tech

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Presto News

VC and startup news on technologies that protect the future + updates on all things Presto.

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