Ageras
Copenhagen, Denmark · StartupAgeras provides a platform for small businesses that combines banking, accounting, payroll, invoicing, and tax tools in one place.
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Semapa Next
Corporate VC of Semapa investing in industrial, environmental, and mobility tech across Portugal and internationally.
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Lisbon, Portugal
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Series A
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