Seeds of Bravery invests €2.2M in 38 Ukrainian startups

Seeds of Bravery, a €20 million EU-funded initiative designed to help integrate Ukrainian tech startups into the European market, has invested €2.2 million in 38 Ukrainian startups across four key programs. In October 2024, Seeds of Bravery granted €1.25 million to 38 Ukrainian startups.

• Seeds of Bravery (UASEEDs) is an EU-funded initiative under the European Innovation Council (EIC), backed by a network of 17 partners and two associated partners. The project is dedicated to supporting Ukrainian tech innovators in entering and thriving in European markets.
• The fund backs four key programs, each offering varying levels of funding:

Innovative Entrepreneurship: 22 startups received up to €25,000 each to support business continuity and promote women-led startups.

1. Lucid – AI fraud detection and risk mitigation for financial institutions.
2. Cabina.AI – Chat platform for interacting with multiple AI models.
3. Mark – AI healthcare for better diagnosis and preventive care.
4. Neomi – Smart grocery shopping based on nutrition needs.
5. Recast Plastic – Automated furniture production from recycled plastic.
6. Wonderby – Digital onboarding and appointment management.
7. UGLA ERP – AI-powered all-in-one business management.
8. XR Soft Skills Training – AR/VR platform for workforce training.
9. Uspacy – Digital workspace for SMB collaboration.
10. Happy Monday – AI job-matching for Ukrainian professionals.
11. Sort Oracle – AI-powered product sorting for eCommerce.
12. Almexoft – No-code workflow and document automation.
13. Noty.ai – AI to-do list from workplace communication.
14. Oh My Perfect Form – AI fitness app for real-time feedback.
15. SolarInt – Solar energy storage for heating and electricity.
16. Metatable.ai – AI platform for streamlining software development.
17. Pocket IP – Global trademark management service.
18. GetMyLook – AI stylist app for fashion retailers.
19. Solar Optic – Sunlight guidance system reducing lighting costs.
20. SynCom – Mobile app for community collaboration.
21. CheckEye – AI platform for chronic disease screening.
22. Fortuna Agro V – Automated feed pelletization for fodder production.

Deep Tech Incubators: 14 early-stage startups secured up to €25,000 each for pre-MVP activities.

1. Pagebuilder (PGBLDR.COM) – AI-powered online business builder with website design and customer acquisition tools.
2. SKYDOCK – Universal automatic drone charging station for 24/7 operations.
3. Open Health – Development and support of hospital information systems.
4. CheckEye – AI-driven mass screening for chronic disease prevention.
5. LLC Lviv Hydrogen – Metal-hydride systems for hydrogen storage.
6. ADAM – AI-powered air quality monitoring via transport networks.
7. Solar Optic – Patented sunlight guidance system reducing lighting costs.
8. Geodesic.Life – Prefabricated dome houses for the Nordics market.
9. Trace Crystal – Unique, unclonable fingerprints for item authenticity tracking.
10. JobAtlas – Data-driven career guidance based on skills and job market trends.
11. PivotHawk – Smart irrigation pivot monitoring with real-time alerts.
12. VITA325 – AI-powered prosthesis monitoring and rehab solution.
13. VitalisLacto – Probiotic dairy starter production for a healthier lifestyle.
14. Procheck.me – Evidence-based medical startup for improved healthcare.

Rebuild Ukraine: 8 innovators received up to €25,000 each to help rebuild post-war Ukraine.

1. Allpass.ai – Automated KYC & AML tool for fintech SMEs.
2. Happy Monday – AI job-matching platform for Ukrainian professionals.
3. Ukryttia Verify – Mobile app for real-time bomb shelter data in Ukraine.
4. TROYAN.SYSTEMS – IoT pest control reducing time and labor costs.
5. Wonderby – AI-powered online booking and automation platform.
6. Klen – Mobile app for pain relief through exercises and self-massage.
7. Progalit – AI platform for kidney stone treatment and prevention.
8. Softway – B2B tool optimizing corporate travel management.

DeepTech Scale-Up & Acceleration: 25 startups receive up to €50,000 each to scale prototypes and broaden their market presence.

1. CASES – AI-powered platform for creative professionals and global collaboration.
2. Bank of Memories – Blockchain SaaS for preserving national memories and documents.
3. INPUT SOFT – Platform optimizing airport resources and analyzing data.
4. Recycle – Waste collection service for recycling.
5. ECOFACTOR – Custom EV charging solutions with advanced SaaS.
6. KitSoft’s SOC – Scalable, automated Security Operations Center.
7. Medvoice – Online education platform for healthcare professionals.
8. Oboard.io – OKR platform with an AI Coach for strategy execution.
9. XR Soft Skills – XR platform for soft skills development.
10. Cabina.AI – All-in-one AI workspace.
11. Deep Tech Scale-Up – Scaling polymer packaging production with EU certification.
12. Versi Bionics – Robotic bionic prosthesis.
13. ColMatEk – Hemostatic agents for quick bleeding control.
14. VeraNet – BI platform using AI to improve decision-making.
15. Knopka – Software for managing emergency care in hospitals.
16. Hearify – AI-powered interactive learning platform.
17. ComeBack Mobility – Biofeedback for lower limb recovery.
18. VRNET.IO – 3D tour creation from 2D plans with VR/AR compatibility.
19. Passenger.care – AI solution for automating airline claims.
20. Stackoon – Employee access management across 300,000 tools.
21. Telediagnostic Oranta-AO – AI-based personalized healthcare system.
22. IPTel – AI-powered cloud contact center with quality control.
23. NeuCurrent – AI-driven customer retention for retailers.
24. SoftTrainer – AI app for soft skills development.
25. SolarGaps – Photovoltaic smart window blinds generating energy.

"Investing in such groundbreaking projects drives economic growth, generates employment opportunities, and enhances overall quality of life. Seeds of Bravery remains committed to strengthening the Ukrainian startup ecosystem by empowering entrepreneurs to bring their ideas to life and expand into global markets," Seeds of Bravery's team, stated.