Notable Tallinn-based and Estonian-founded companies: e-Residency success stories and cross-border unicorns.
Estonia's e-Residency program lets non-residents incorporate and operate an EU-based Osauhing (OU) entirely online. Retained profits are taxed at 0% (tax only triggers on distribution, at 20%), making Estonia popular for reinvesting startups. Notable alumni include Skype (since acquired by Microsoft via a Luxembourg holding), Bolt, Pipedrive and Wise.
Europe's largest home-grown ride-hailing and mobility super-app.
Sales CRM built by salespeople, for salespeople.
The call that rewired global telecom, then went dark in 2025.
Estonian-founded cross-border payments giant, now a London-listed plc.
Unified digital customer service for banks, credit unions and insurers.
Global relocation and immigration automation for modern employers.
Collaborative AML platform built by Skype and TransferWise alumni.
End-to-end work management for professional services firms.
The autonomous sidewalk delivery robot company, built by Skype alumni.
AI-native identity verification for fintech, crypto and mobility.
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