Day One Capital is a venture capital firm based in Budapest, Hungary, that partners with exceptional founders shaping the future of technology. Since its inception in 2018, the firm has focused on seed-stage investments in Central and Eastern European ventures with innovative products and clear growth potential. With a fund of EUR 34 million, Day One Capital supports early-stage companies by offering strategic guidance drawn from entrepreneurial, corporate and investor experience.
The firm typically invests between EUR 300,000 and EUR 1.5 million per first round in B2B software ventures from pre-seed through Series A. By leveraging the region’s skilled talent pool, Day One Capital aims to help founders scale globally. Portfolio highlights include investments in AI-driven mobility solutions, EdTech platforms and FinTech services. The leadership team brings deep experience in telecommunications, finance and regulation, enriching the firm’s ability to support startups in areas such as product development, market entry and capital raising. The fund operates with backing from InnovFin Equity and the European Fund for Strategic Investments under Horizon 2020 financial instruments, reflecting its integration into EU funding initiatives. Founders can submit pitch decks through the firm’s ‘Pitch Us’ portal (up to 10MB) and subscribe to a newsletter for regular updates. The firm’s office is located at Marvany u. 18 in Budapest. Enquiries can be sent to info@dayonecapital.com or via the website.
Day One Capital does not currently list any investments in clean technology or battery manufacturing. Its focus remains on technology-driven B2B software companies, such as Volteum – electric fleet optimization software, emerging from the Central and Eastern European ecosystem.
