Observed Signal · Jul 10, 2025 · Funding · Source: Tech.eu · Impact: 3/5 · Sentiment: Positive
Flyer One Ventures launches €50M Fund V
Ukrainian venture capital firm Flyer One Ventures (F1V) announced the launch of its fifth fund, a €50 million vehicle targeting early-stage tech startups in Ukraine and Central and Eastern Europe. The fund is backed by commitments from the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), with €5 million and €6.5 million respectively at first closing, potentially rising to €10 million from EBRD. F1V has invested nearly $45 million across over 90 startups to date, with notable portfolio companies including Fintech Farm, Liki24, Jome, and Mate academy. The firm has already seen two exits, with VOCHI acquired by Pinterest and Greenscreens by Triumph Financial. The fund aims to support founders in the region, particularly Ukrainians, and attract further private investment into the local tech sector.
A €50M regional VC fund for CEE/Ukraine signals continued investor interest in the tech ecosystem, including AI startups, though not directly impacting AdTech infrastructure.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Flyer One Ventures launched a new €50 million fund (Fund V) for early-stage tech startups in Ukraine and Central and Eastern Europe.
- IFC committed €5 million and EBRD committed €6.5 million to the first closing of Fund V, with EBRD potentially increasing to €10 million.
- F1V has invested nearly $45 million across more than 90 startups to date.
- Portfolio companies include Fintech Farm, Liki24, Jome, and Mate academy.
- F1V has seen two exits: VOCHI (acquired by Pinterest) and Greenscreens (acquired by Triumph Financial).
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