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Startmate is an accelerator based in Sydney, founded in 2010 by Niki Scevak, investing from pre-seed through Series B+. It runs cohort-based programs across marketplace, vertical business software, horizontal business software and climate and energy, with a portfolio of over 350 companies valued at a combined $4.5 billion. Recent investments include EstiMate AI and GlowBack.

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October 7, 2026

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Accelerator or venture studio

Headquarters

Sydney

Primary stage

Angel / Pre-Seed

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EstiMate AI GlowBack Hyperlocalise SecurityBreak Sunburnt Space Co

Source, Cut Through Venture deal tracker.

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