Baltic Sandbox Ventures

We are pleased to announce the launch of our deep tech fund, focused on Europe 🇪🇺 - with a particular emphasis on Lithuania and the Baltics 🇪🇪 🇱🇻 🇱🇹 We are grateful for the support of our investors and partners, who share our vision for supporting founders working on the most cutting-edge challenges in deep tech domains. To those founders, we extend an invitation to reach out to us via our website:  👉 https://lnkd.in/dVDcHaQs  Happy to discuss the potential for collaboration and investment for teams solving interesting, compelling challenges.  We believe that by working together, we can create a thriving ecosystem of deep tech innovation in the region. As we continue to develop our fund and support the growth of the ecosystem, we encourage interested parties from investors and angels, to R&D teams and academic institutions, to reach out and learn more about how to participate in the development of deep tech.  Together, we can drive progress and lead the way in some of the most exciting and transformative technologies of our time. To learn more about Baltic Sandbox Ventures, check out: https://lnkd.in/gpfF-CJc (h/t Zosia Wanat via Sifted)

Ever wondered what it takes to turn a big idea into technology that could save lives? Meet SKYCORP Technologies, a Baltic Sandbox Ventures portfolio startup that’s on a mission to revolutionize the skies — one hydrogen-powered drone at a time. SKYCORP Technologies is redefining what drones can do with hydrogen power for longer, greener, and more impactful missions. From emergency response to critical infrastructure, SKYCORP’s drones operate where others can’t, led by a team whose journey from battlebots to drones is as innovative as their tech. Check out this article to learn more about their mission and vision for a cleaner, safer future! 🌍🚁 #TechInnovation #HydrogenDrones #EmergencyResponse #SustainableAviation #DroneTech #ClimateAction #SKYCORP #BalticSandboxVentures

In less than a week, our team will be heading to Warsaw for the Deep Tech CEE Summit & Challenge CEE Summit 2024, a gathering that promises to spark some of the most important conversations around innovation in Central and Eastern Europe. 🚀 On October 28th at 17:20, our General Partner, Sandra Golbreich, will share insights on "Dual-Use Potential: Insights and Opportunities from the Latest Market Report." What does that mean for our region? Think about technologies like AI, cybersecurity, and advanced materials — not just transforming industries but also reinforcing national security. Sandra will dive deep into the data from our latest report, highlighting the investment opportunities and how startups can navigate both the commercial and defense worlds. Then, on October 30th at 14:00, our Venture Partner, Walid O. El Cheikh, will take the stage for "The Entrepreneurial Mindset for Deep Tech Founders." It’s a must for anyone looking to turn groundbreaking research into thriving Deep Tech ventures. Walid will break down the core business instincts needed to succeed, with insights drawn from his global experience coaching startups. But we’re not just attending to speak. We’re here to connect. 🤝 Our analysts, Eglė Jašinskaitė and Jokubas Karnauskas, will be on the lookout for new collaborations and partnerships. Whether you’re a startup, investor, or deep tech enthusiast, we’d love to chat and explore how we can innovate together. If you’re attending, let’s meet and shape the future of deep tech! 👋 #deeptech #ceesummit #DeepTechCEESummit

On October 15-16, our Venture Partner Dominykas Milasius had the opportunity to be part of the European Angel Investment Summit in Brussels. The event brought together some of the brightest minds in the investment world. Dominykas joined an insightful panel discussion on "Opportunities and Challenges of Investing in Defence and Dual-Use Technologies." Moderated by Jack Wang, the panel delved into some of the most pressing topics in the field today. Dominykas shared perspectives on the rapid reiteration of dual-use innovation and how critical it is to keep pace with evolving threats. The conversation also explored the need for more aligned activity across Western allies to push boundaries together. One of the highlights was the call to shift testing and prototyping to the Eastern Flank, a move that could open new opportunities for innovation and development right here, closer to home. As part of this, Dominykas introduced the ambitious plans for the Lithuanian Miltech Sandbox, a project we’re proud to support. What made the event even more special was reconnecting with many familiar faces: European angels and VCs who share the same passion for advancing DeepTech. It’s moments like these that remind us why we do what we do. A special shout-out to our partner Rita Sakus, who was re-elected to the EBAN - European Business Angel Network board 🎉 — an achievement that speaks volumes about her leadership and vision. We couldn't be prouder! Huge thanks to our fellow Lithuanian delegation: Viktorija Trimbel, Linas Sargautis, and Nick Gavril for your incredible support, and to Dominykas' panel co-speakers: Erik Markus Kannike, Emmanuel Ankri, and Jack Wang. It was an absolute pleasure to exchange ideas and insights with you. Looking forward to more opportunities like this, where innovation, collaboration, and passion come together to shape the future 🚀 #europeanangelsummit #EAIS24

We are delighted to share that our General Partner, Sandra Golbreich, will be a key speaker at the Engaged Investments Conference 2024 in Prague! 🚀 She’ll be participating in a panel discussion on Defence and Security and the Defence Innovation Challenge: Startup Showcase. Sandra is excited to exchange ideas with global experts and contribute to the growth of the CEE startup ecosystem. Looking forward to seeing how these important discussions shape the future! Our General Partner 🧙♂️ Erik Bhullar will also be attending as an investor, actively exploring opportunities with innovative startups. We’re also hosting a special side event, Women with Wings: Meetup for Women Investing in Tech. This gathering, powered by Baltic Sandbox Ventures, will offer an informal yet empowering space for female investors to connect, share updates, and discuss deals. 📅 Date: October 22, 2024 ⏰ Time: 12:00 – 14:00 (CET) 📍 Venue: Kafe a Hrnky, Nerudova 25, Praha 1, 118 00 Find out more here: https://tally.so/r/mZzOxB Looking forward to seeing you in two weeks in Prague! 🌍 #EngagedInvestments #WomenInTech #CEEStartups

What an incredible weekend at the Baltic AI Hackathon! 💡 Our General Partner, 🧙♂️ Erik Bhullar, participated as an investor, while our Operations Partner, Ekaterina Shiian, took on the exciting role of jury member. The energy and innovation in the room were truly inspiring, and one team, in particular, caught our attention. We saw great potential in their work and invited them to join one of our upcoming programs! 🚀 We’re excited to see where this journey will take them — stay tuned for more updates! A big thank you to our amazing partners: Rīgas Tehniskā universitāte (Riga Technical University) and VILNIUS TECH - Vilnius Gediminas Technical University who made this event possible!

🎖️ Exciting news from hackathon "Ugninis skydas 2024 / The Flaming Shield 2024"! We’re proud to announce that the Baltic Sandbox Ventures special prize of €15,000 was awarded to #AiDroneTech for their innovative solution. Their cutting-edge FPV drones can detect and neutralize radio frequency jammers, potentially transforming drone warfare and protection. At Fire Shield 2024, the atmosphere was charged with innovation. The cyber defense and security hackathon, held in Kaunas from October 4-6, brought together top minds in tech and defense to explore how small countries can build strong defense industries and economies. Our Venture Partner, Dominykas Milasius, participated in the panel discussion, “How to Effectively Build the Defense Industry and Economy of Small Countries?” where he shared valuable insights on how strategic innovation can drive national security. The event, initiated by Tech-Park Kaunas, Lietuvos šaulių sąjunga, and three leading investment funds, was a battleground for breakthrough ideas in defense. This is just the start of what’s to come in defense tech innovation, and we’re happy to be part of this journey! 📷 Photos by Vidmantas Činauskas #FireShield2024 #CyberSecurity #DefenseTech

It was a rainy day yesterday, but our portfolio startups shone brighter than ever! 🌟 Huge congratulations to the team at BrachyDOSE and their incredible co-founder and CEO, Neringa Šeperienė, who shook the Pitch Battle stages and emerged victorious! Not only are they set to raise funds from Lithuanian Business Angel Network LitBAN, Coinvest Capital, and Baltic Sandbox Ventures. ❗ BrachyDOSE also made history as the first-ever female co-founder of a DeepTech hardware startup to win the Startups Fair Pitch Battle at the Vilnius Startup Fair! Neringa Šeperienė, you're an absolute SUPERSTAR! And that’s not all – our other rockstars have also caught the attention of investors: ⭐ Freya Cultivation Systems and Psylink have been invited to participate in the Startup Lithuania Accelerator powered by Plug and Play Tech Center! ⭐ Psylink, KaiSense, and Freya Cultivation Systems can expect investments from Lithuanian Business Angel Network LitBAN, Coinvest Capital, and Baltic Sandbox Ventures! Thank you to Startup Lithuania, the Innovation Agency Lithuania | Global, the Ekonomikos ir inovacijų ministerija, and everyone who helped bring this incredible event to life. It was packed with engaging conversations, insights, and inspiration for the future. It was a rainy day yesterday, but our portfolio startups shone brighter than ever – and we know they'll keep on shining!

Defence Innovation in Action at The Flaming Shield 2024! 🔥 Imagine a room buzzing with the energy of engineers, roboticists, and cyber experts, all driven by one mission: to shape the future of defence. That’s exactly what’s happening this weekend in Kaunas at the Fire Shield 2024 Hackathon. It’s where bold ideas will be transformed into real solutions, with guidance from industry leaders and a chance to showcase them to investors. We’re especially happy that Baltic Sandbox Ventures will be there, offering pre-accelerator tickets to the most promising startups -- an incredible opportunity to bring innovation to life. And guess what? Dominykas Milasius from our team will be on-site, connecting with great minds and exploring new collaborations. If you’re in Kaunas, don’t miss the chance to join us and dive into the future of defence tech! 🚀 👉 Event details in the comments! #Hackathon #DefenceIndustry #CyberSecurity #FireShield2024

From University Halls to Global Markets: How Ideas Become Unicorns 🦄 Our General Partner, Andrius Milinavicius, will be joining a side event at Startup Lithuania StartupFair.Pulse: From Uni to Unicorn. This event is all about taking ideas born in academic settings and transforming them into global startups. Have you ever wondered what it takes to turn groundbreaking research into a world-changing business? It’s a journey filled with challenges, but also immense opportunities. Andrius Milinavicius will be sharing real-world insights on how founders can bridge the gap between academia and the business world, showing the path from ideas on paper to real-world impact. Join us on October 1st, 18:00-21:00 at Vilnius University and discover: What makes an idea scalable? ♦ How to connect with the right investors. ♦ Strategies for building a unicorn from the ground up. 📍 Venue: Universiteto st. 3, Theatre Hall 🎙 Organised by: TRINITI JUREX This is an open event, but registration is required.