Investors in Hungary

The Smart Future Lab helps startups through support contracts, which contain initial/seed investment and/or mentoring.The MVM Group plays a leading role in the Hungarian energy market, covering the entire energy sector. It is an innovative company that focuses on promoting renewable energy sources and values initiatives that create value.

MKB Fintechlab is a Budapest-based startup accelerator backed by MKB Bank. Our 12-week acceleration program is focused on bringing fintech startups to the next level and bringing them commercial partnerships with MKB Bank. Besides workshops, mentoring, workspace and tons of door openings, the accelerator provides a sandbox which is an API platform for startups to access MKB Bank’s development and testing environment.

Valor Capital Venture Capital Fund Management Ltd., a member of Cashline Group, focuses on early-stage investments in IT, green energy, and media-entertainment sectors. Authorized by the Hungarian Financial Supervisory Authority, they provide capital and strategic support to innovative startups. Green Fund, part of Valor Capital, aims to create a positive environmental impact through investments in renewable energy, waste recycling, and sustainable projects, aligning with EU climate goals.

Cashline Group is one of the largest independent, privately-owned financial groups in Hungary. The Group extended its continuously expanding scope of activities from the beginning of 1990s to the whole palette of the financial sector from private equity investments, securities market services, investment fund management to insurance brokerage.

Day One Capital is a venture capital firm investing in seed-stage B2B software companies in Central Eastern Europe, focusing on innovative products with significant growth potential. With a fund capitalization of EUR 34 million, they invest between EUR 300k to 1.5 million per round, leveraging a skilled regional talent pool. Their experienced team supports technology-driven founders with entrepreneurial, corporate, and investor expertise to achieve global market success.

BNL Growth Partners is a fintech-focused smart money company dedicated to building the next superstars for a better financial world by working closely with innovators and investors. Their mission is to support and fund early-stage fintech innovators, offering guidance in marketing, sales, technology, and product development, and connecting them with financial institutions and technology partners. With a successful history in digital banking and a strong EMEA network, BNL Growth Partners provides funding of €1–5M to foster product and market growth for promising fintech startups.

X-Ventures is Hungary’s leading venture fund management company, coordinating the activities of X-Ventures Alpha Zrt. and three funds: Alpha, Beta, and Gamma. While primarily focusing on IT and biotechnology, the funds also invest in traditional sectors such as health care, logistics, electronics, and machinery. Besides providing capital, X-Ventures leverages its professional experience and extensive network to help portfolio companies achieve their full business potential.

Bonitás Private Equity Fund aims to acquire majority ownership and develop profitable, stable companies in Hungary, focusing on the food, agri-food, health, circular economy, and related machinery industries. The Bonitás Venture Capital Fund II (KTA II) invests EUR 514,000-3.85 million in innovative projects and established SMEs with high growth potential in Hungary, excluding Central Hungary, until 2029. Both funds prioritize experienced management and strategic industry alignment to foster international expansion and technological advancement.

OXO Labs is a startup accelerator in the CEE region, operating as a subsidiary of OXO Technologies Holding, a European listed tech investor. They focus on early-stage tech innovations with the ambition of achieving international success, providing pre-seed and seed funding, as well as hybrid crowdfunding for their projects. OXO Labs runs specialized programs, including the first dedicated cybersecurity incubator in the region and initiatives in sporttech, esports, and egaming, offering extensive mentoring and support to accelerate growth and market entry for innovative startups.

Oktogon Ventures supports high-growth technology startups from Central and Eastern Europe, leveraging local expertise and a global network to help them realize their fullest potential. Focused on early-stage B2B software companies, Oktogon invests between EUR 150k to 1.5 million, targeting ventures with global appeal and extraordinary growth potential. Led by seasoned entrepreneurs with strong connections to top-tier VCs and a regional network of co-investment partners, they provide comprehensive support to startups aiming for international success.

SmartWare.tech is the first specialized Hardware and IoT investor in the CEE region, providing pre-seed funding from EUR 20k to 200k along with comprehensive support in building MVPs, business development, and preparing for follow-up funding. Focusing on Mobility, Industry 4.0, and medical technologies, they help exceptionally motivated hardware and IoT companies navigate the critical early stages. The team offers advisory services, product development, manufacturing support, and business development assistance, leveraging their extensive experience and the resources of their venture partners.

Lead Ventures specializes in supporting scale-up companies in Central Europe with validated products and services, providing capital from EUR 1 to 10 million to fuel their growth. With a team experienced in completing over 100 transactions and a strong network of LPs, they contribute extensive business and financial expertise to their portfolio companies. Focused on industries like mobility, energy, sustainability, and B2B services, Lead Ventures partners with other VC and PE firms to create synergistic relationships, aiming for international success.