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3. Uepaa! is a safety tool for people in remote areas.

Uepaa! is a Zürich-based company which produces an app aimed at people in remote areas (such as the Swiss alps). If you're planning a trip somewhere away from humanity, you can install Uepaa! on your phone to signal help from emergency services, or from nearby people.

The company was started after a skiing trip in 2011, and has since launched across Europe. It has also licensed out its technology for other app developers.

Total amount raised: $5 million (£3.2 million)

Headcount: 19

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