While some Ukrainians are selling NFTs or organising charity concerts to support their country through the war with Russia, three well-known businessmen have opted for a different strategy.
Analysis
July 12, 2022
Three Ukrainian entrepreneurs launch VC firm to boost the country's tech scene
These entrepreneurs have created companies every Ukrainian knows and loves. Now they’ve launched a VC fund to teach others to be like them
4 min read
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