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Closed startup

2010 – 2023

Flattr

Internet-based micropayment service

SwedenFintech

Founded: 2010
Closed: 2023
Lifespan: 13 years
Country: Sweden
City: Malmö
Sector: Fintech
Founders: Linus Olsson, Peter Sunde

In brief

Founded in 2010, Flattr was an internet-based micropayment service based in Malmö, Sweden. It closed in 2023, after 13 years. Its founders were Linus Olsson and Peter Sunde. Former website: flattr.com.

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