Global Innovation Fund
The Global Innovation Fund is a non-profit venture capital firm based in London, with an office in Washington D.C., established in 2014. The Fund focuses on investing in innovations aimed at improving the lives of the world's poorest populations. It provides grants and risk capital to support the development, testing, and scaling of impactful solutions to global development challenges. The Fund collaborates with a diverse range of entities, including for-profit firms, non-profit organizations, researchers, and government agencies, to maximize the effectiveness of these innovations. Targeting regions such as Africa, the Middle East, South Asia, and Southeast Asia, the Global Innovation Fund emphasizes impact investments in consumer products and services, believing that transformative ideas can emerge from anyone, anywhere.
Segovia Technology
Venture Round in 2016
Segovia Technology Co. operates an online platform that facilitates critical payments in challenging environments, particularly for relief and anti-poverty programs. Established in 2014 and based in New York, the company specializes in providing payment solutions across Africa and Asia, supporting both corporate transactions and social programs. Segovia's platform integrates various payment providers and employs advanced technologies such as satellite imaging, machine learning, biometric identification, and adaptive fraud detection to streamline the payment process. This innovative approach addresses the unique challenges faced by clients in emerging markets, ensuring fast, secure, and accessible payment solutions. Segovia's technology has been instrumental in assisting refugees in Europe, aiding communities in recovery from crises like Ebola in Liberia, and supporting gig economy workers in East Africa. The team is composed of experienced professionals, including co-founders of GiveDirectly and former technical leaders from major technology companies.
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