# Holywater

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/holywater

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Kyiv, Ukraine
- Website: www.holywater.tech/
- Total disclosed funding: $22M
- Latest round: Series A (Jan 4, 2026)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Based in Kyiv, Ukraine, Founded by Bogdan Nesvit and Anatolii Kasianov, Holywater is an innovative company specializing in artificial intelligence products that enhance storytelling in the entertainment industry. Their platforms offer interactive narratives and unique content creation tools.Holywater operates in the entertainment sector, focusing on AI-driven storytelling solutions. Founded in Kyiv, Ukraine, the company raised USD 22.00 mn in Series A funding on January 15, 2026, led by Horizon Capital with participation from Endeavor Catalyst and Wheelhouse 360. The company has successfully facilitated 1 deal to date.HOLYWATER Tech is a transformative player in the entertainment industry, offering an innovative array of products that merge storytelling with advanced artificial intelligence. The company’s primary offerings include a suite of AI-driven platforms designed for interactive narratives, encompassing books, audiobooks, video series, and interactive stories. Their app-based streaming service significantly enhances user engagement by allowing users to explore and personalize content. Additionally, HOLYWATER’s platform provides creators with AI-powered tools for content development and publishing, effectively addressing the challenges of traditional media production. The company's services cater to a diverse customer base, including authors, filmmakers, and consumers who seek immersive entertainment experiences. HOLYWATER's products are marketed globally, with notable traction in the United States and European markets.HOLYWATER generates revenue through a multi-faceted transactional structure that includes direct-to-consumer sales, subscription models, and partnerships with creators and content producers. The platform utilizes a combination of fixed payments and royalties based on user engagement, allowing creators to earn significant monthly income. Their offerings, such as AI-generated series and interactive storytelling features, facilitate varying pricing plans where creators are compensated based on the engagement metrics of their content. The structure supports a sustainable revenue model that incentivizes both content creators and the company, providing a robust framework for growth. By leveraging their unique position in the media-tech space, HOLYWATER maximizes revenue potential while delivering innovative entertainment solutions to its audiences.In January 2026, Holywater raised USD 22.00 mn in Series A funding, which will be utilized to develop more shows, expand into new genres, and improve its distribution engine. The company is focused on targeting new markets and geographic regions, with plans to enhance its presence in both North America and Europe by the end of 2026. The recent funding will significantly support these initiatives, driving the development of new products and further enhancing their operational capabilities.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Jan 4, 2026, $22M — Horizon Capital, Endeavor Catalyst, Wheelhouse 360

## Investors

- Horizon Capital — Series A
- Endeavor Catalyst (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/endeavor-catalyst) — Series A
- Wheelhouse 360 (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/wheelhouse-360) — Series A