Copper
Facts
- HQ
- Seattle
- Sectors
- Financial Services
- Founded
- 2019
- Employees
- 41
- Founders
- Stefan Berglund, Eddie Behringer
Diplo invests in Seattle rewards startup Copper as company grows to 4+ million members and $42M raised
Grammy-winning artist and entrepreneur Diplo has invested in Seattle-based consumer rewards startup Copper as it expands its platform, which now serves more than 4 million members. Copper, founded in 2019 and having raised $42 million to date, says it helps users earn money via mobile games, cash-back offers and purchases while positioning itself as an alternative to attention-extracting apps.
Fortson VC Raises $50M to Fund Early-Stage B2B Software Startups Led by Cole Younger in Seattle
Fortson VC, led by Cole Younger, has raised $50 million to invest in early-stage B2B software startups, primarily in the Pacific Northwest. The fund plans 25 to 30 investments with check sizes between $500,000 and $1 million, focusing on founders with unique internal compasses.
Copper Halts Banking Services After Synapse Bankruptcy Forces Deposit Account Lockouts
Fintech startup Copper has discontinued its banking services and debit card offerings due to its banking-as-a-service provider Synapse filing for bankruptcy and shutting down its platform. Affected customers are temporarily unable to access deposit accounts, but Copper plans to pivot to its 'Earn' product focused on surveys and games.
People
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Eddie Behringer Founder, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Co-Founder & CEO
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Geoff Entress Board Member