Observed Signal · Aug 20, 2026 · Funding · Source: EU-Startups · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Positive
Guideless Raises €1 Million for AI-Powered Software Training Platform
Vilnius-based startup Guideless has raised a €1 million pre-Seed funding round to scale its AI-powered software training and operational knowledge platform. The investment round was led by Superhero Capital, with participation from FIRSTPICK VC and high-profile angel investors including Vinted executives Thomas Plantenga, Vytautas Atkočaitis, and Mantas Mikuckas. Founded in late 2025, Guideless uses computer vision, generative AI, and multilingual text-to-speech to convert software workflows into fully editable, AI-narrated video training guides up to 10 times faster than manual methods. The platform currently supports more than 40 languages and serves over 3,000 users across 15 markets, with clients including Vinted and Masan Consumer Holdings. The funding will be deployed for product development, hiring, and expansion into the UK, European, and US markets.
Securing a €1M seed round shows steady investor appetite for workflow automation, AI-driven documentation, and corporate training SaaS platforms.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Guideless secured €1 million in pre-Seed funding led by Superhero Capital.
- The platform uses AI to automatically document software workflows and turn them into editable narrated training videos.
- Key angel investors include Vinted Group CEO Thomas Plantenga and other Vinted co-founders/executives.
- Guideless currently supports over 40 languages for its text-to-speech narration.
- The startup has amassed over 3,000 users across 15 markets, with Vinted being an early adopter.
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