In 2025, the Slovenian startup deal volume stayed modest compared to larger European hubs. Slovenian Sunrise Robotics had a standout round. Below, you can find the biggest 2025 funding rounds for Slovenian startups, along with key details about the startups. Check the rest of the Central and Eastern Europe 2025 mappings here.
This article is part of the CEE funding mapping series, done with the support of Dealigence platform. Please feel free to contact us if we missed something: [email protected]. / If the deal’s original currency wasn’t the euro, we convert it to the ratio listed on the publishing day.
Sunrise Robotics
About: Sunrise Robotics develops intelligent, autonomous robotic cells designed to transform industrial manufacturing operations. These systems enhance production flexibility and scalability, enabling manufacturers to adapt to changing demands.
Founders: Tomaz Stolfa, Joe Perrott, and Marko Thaler
Vertical: Robotics; Manufacturing
Latest round: $8.5M (€7.44M)
Stage: Seed
Investors: Tiny VC; Tapestry; Seedcamp; Plural; Prototype Capital
Total funding: €7.44M
Shovels
(Slovenian founded; USA based)
About: Shovels.ai is a data analytics company specializing in the construction industry, providing comprehensive insights into building permits and contractor performance. Provides access to a comprehensive database of building permit records, allowing customers to explore, profile, and gain insights into residential, commercial, and contractor data.
Founders: Ryan Buckley and Luka Kacil
Vertical: Real Estate
Latest round: $5M (€4.38M)
Stage: Seed
Investors: Base10 Partners; Coelius Capital
Total funding: €5.34M
Katalist
About: An AI-powered “video production operating system” that automates the end-to-end workflow, turning scripts into consistent shotlists, storyboards, and high-end video.
Founders: Andraž Zvonar, Blaž Blokar
Vertical: AI Video / Creative Tech
Latest round: €1.28M ($1.5M)
Stage: Seed
Investors: South Central Ventures, 500 Global (500 Eurasia fund)
Total funding: N/A
