NV3 VC

22/05/2025

Last week, NV3 joined two standout events in Europe’s innovation calendar — at 2025, Austria, and Reflect Festival, Cyprus — connecting with fellow VCs, founders, and ecosystem builders from across CEE, DACH and beyond.

At ViennaUP, our partner Aleksandar Terziyski joined a panel on cross-border investments and shared three key takeaways:
✅ Fellow investors remain optimistic about cross-border collaboration.
✅ VC-company interactions are evolving — funds increasingly seek insights directly from ventures, not just other funds.
✅ The regional talent gap is narrowing — diverse, complementary teams are being built across borders, with no barriers to collaboration.

Meanwhile, at Reflect Festival, one trend dominated every conversation: AI — not just as the current hype cycle, but as a long-term macro trend, much like the cloud revolution once was. The energy and investment flowing into AI suggests we’re at the start of something truly transformational for the tech industry.

Great to see CEE and DACH ecosystems converging, building stronger networks, and preparing for the next wave of tech innovation.

09/05/2025

NV3 joins the at 2025, where tech ecosystem leaders gather to drive regional growth.
🗓️ May 12 | ⏰ 09:00–15:00 | 📍 ViennaUP startup festival

Aleksandar Terziyski, partner at NV3, will join Speedinvest, PUSH Ventures Limited, and Elevator Ventures on the panel "Unlocking Cross-Border Investments."
Find more details in the agenda: https://hubs.la/Q03lM1m80
We look forward to inspiring conversations, starting new partnerships, and driving collaboration across the CEE ecosystem.

Special thanks to The Recursive for co-hosting the event and inviting us.

30/04/2025

𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐬!
Brain Foods is now officially available on Walmart - bringing their clean, vegan, no-sugar-added snacks to one of the largest e-commerce platforms in the world!

This step marks a major move toward international growth and visibility, giving U.S. customers access to smart snacking options crafted in Bulgaria.
➡️ No sugar added
➡️ Gluten-free
➡️ 100% Vegan

Available exclusively online → https://hubs.la/Q03kqt1T0

29/04/2025

💡 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐞’𝐬 𝐀𝐜𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡
Stripe’s acquisition of stablecoin payments platform Bridge is a major signal for the future of fintech and digital payments. In 2024, stablecoins moved $15.6T in value—on par with Visa. This move enables Stripe to reduce cross-border transaction costs, expand reach in underserved markets, and offer cheaper, programmable payments through stablecoins.

For startups and fintech builders, the message is clear: stablecoins are becoming critical infrastructure—especially in markets with volatile currencies, high remittance costs, or limited card access. Bridge’s tech makes it easy for developers to integrate stablecoin payments, issue custom digital dollars, or move funds globally via API.

As regulation matures and adoption grows, we expect more vertical SaaS and embedded finance platforms to explore stablecoin-powered B2B payments, AI-driven finance, and borderless commerce.

Read the full breakdown in the Andreessen Horowitz Fintech Newsletter: https://hubs.la/Q03kbm1L0

15/04/2025

🌱 Spring updates from NV3 are here!
In our latest newsletter, we reflect on Bulgaria’s venture landscape in 2024, share fresh updates from our 37 portfolio companies, and highlight the fintech, SaaS, and deep tech trends shaping 2025.

Read the full newsletter here: https://hubs.la/Q03hmRgq0

📬 Don’t miss out on industry insights and startup news from across the region. Subscribe here: https://hubs.la/Q03hmQRK0

03/04/2025

🌍 Strengthening Europe’s Defense Resilience – Bronia at EDF Info Days 2025

As Europe sharpens its focus on defense resilience, the European Defence Fund Info Days 2025 will provide key insights into evolving priorities and partnerships. The event, taking place April 2–3 in Brussels, will bring together industry leaders and innovators shaping the future of defense.

🚀 https://hubs.la/Q03fHL-g0, part of the NV3 portfolio, will be there, represented by CEO Todor Todorov. Bronia is built by world-class engineers and Ivy League PhDs, all united by a mission to protect the future. With AI and advanced algorithms, they leverage state-of-the-art proprietary technology to identify sounds of interest, locate their sources, and act smartly. This helps defense and public sector stakeholders unlock new opportunities.

17/03/2025

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐒𝐚𝐚𝐒 𝐄𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓? 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡

The SaaS landscape is set for major shifts in 2025, with AI advancements, security concerns, and emerging verticals driving change. Here are the top insights from Oxx’s Phil Edmondson-Jones:

🔹 Niche Vertical SaaS Expansion – More solutions will emerge for under-digitized sectors like beauty & wellness, veterinary services, and public sector workflows.

🔹 The Rise of Agentic AI – AI-powered agents will automate tedious tasks in compliance, tax, legal, sales, and IT support.

🔹 Security & Data Optimization Becomes Critical – AI adoption increases demand for structured, reliable data while also exposing businesses to rising cybersecurity threats.

🔹 Defense & Supply Chain Innovation – With geopolitical uncertainty rising, manufacturing and supply chain tech are poised for disruption.

🔹 Faster, Leaner SaaS Scaling – 2025 will bring more self-serve products, viral adoption, and capital-efficient growth strategies.

The takeaway? SaaS is moving toward faster scaling, deeper automation, and increased security concerns. Founders and investors must adapt to new AI-driven efficiencies and shifting industry needs.

Read the full article to dive deeper into these trends: https://hubs.la/Q03c1jFk0

by Phil Edmondson-Jones, Partner at Oxx.

28/02/2025

2024 was a year of resilience for Bulgaria’s startup ecosystem. While innovation remained strong, delayed institutional capital created funding gaps, forcing startups to turn to alternative financing.

Key Takeaways from NV3’s latest insights:
✅ Funding delays reshaped the ecosystem – Startups had to bootstrap, seek angel or international investors, and focus on profitability.
✅ NV3’s portfolio thrived – Companies like Paynetics, Bronia AI, and SWIPE secured strategic partnerships and international recognition. NV3 played a critical role in attracting external investors to companies like MYX and CloudCart,
✅ 2025 brings new opportunities – The return of institutional capital, growing international investor interest, and alternative funding models will define the year ahead.

As one of Bulgaria’s most active VC funds, NV3 remains committed to guiding founders toward capital efficiency, international expansion, and strategic investor connections.

📖 Read our full analysis: https://hubs.la/Q038K7tG0

06/02/2025

Great news from CloudCart !
They are celebrating a big milestone for the Program—1,000,000+ BGN in partner revenue and a record number of new stores via partners in 2024!

An NV3 portfolio company, CloudCart simplifies the process of building a successful online store, allowing small and medium-sized companies to create and launch their e-commerce business effortlessly. With its user-friendly platform, you can get your store up and running in no time.

04/02/2025

MYX is at TowerXchange MENA!

Are you looking to optimize tower rollout with AI? 🚀 Ready to enhance tower health with digital twins? Want to deploy fiber right the first time?

You can meet Teodor Genov and MYX - the only fully end-to-end solution for telco asset management and operations, looking to connect with industry leaders and explore the future of telecom innovation.

28/01/2025

🏆𝐂𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐔𝐏 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐘𝐄𝐀𝐑 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐮𝐥𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚

Congratulations to Releva on their nomination for the Global Startup Awards Edition 11 regional round!

This recognition highlights Releva's exceptional growth, innovation, and dedication to empowering businesses in the digital age. By developing cutting-edge solutions and maintaining a customer-first approach, the company has captured the attention of industry leaders and investors alike.

The nomination reflects Releva’s commitment to excellence and its transformative potential in the technology sector. As they expand their offerings and market presence, this recognition from the Eastern European Startup Awards is a testament to their impact and vision for the future.

👉🏻 Read more in their news announcement https://hubs.la/Q034hdM60
photo credit: Releva

24/01/2025

📣𝐒𝐖𝐈𝐏𝐄 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐊𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐮𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞!

Swipe.bg is the first Bulgarian platform for buying and selling refurbished phones.
Kleari s the first Bulgarian platform for p2p lending and investing.

Together they make the process of choosing and paying easier than ever:

1️⃣ Choose a device and indicate the number of months to pay.
2️⃣ Fill out an application.
3️⃣ Expect delivery after approval.

At NV3, we are excited to see how this venture unfolds!