Temporal Technologies
Series C in 2025
Temporal Technologies develops an open-source microservices orchestration platform that enables developers to build and operate resilient, scalable distributed applications. The platform provides workflow orchestration for tasks of any size, with built-in support for exponential activity retries and native saga pattern coordination to ensure reliable execution across microservice architectures. It also offers development, debugging, testing, resource provisioning, and monitoring tools, along with cloud services to run Temporal workloads and manage data pipelines. The company focuses on helping teams coordinate complex distributed workflows and ensure fault tolerance. Temporal Technologies was founded in 2019 and is based in Bellevue, Washington.
BVNK offers modern payment infrastructure for businesses. It unifies banks and blockchain networks on a single platform, allowing companies to send and receive stablecoin payments, convert currencies, and integrate crypto payments into their checkout processes. BVNK's flexible platform enables innovators to launch new payment products swiftly while ensuring compliance.
TrueLayer
Series E in 2024
TrueLayer facilitates real-time online payments by integrating with banks and financial institutions. It enables businesses to verify identities, access transactions, and make instant payments across multiple countries. With over 10 million users trusting its services, TrueLayer aims to revolutionize global payment systems.
Nomad is a fintech company that offers financial services primarily aimed at non-residents in the United States. Its platform enables users to open current accounts, transfer money, and pay bills easily. Additionally, Nomad provides a virtual card for online shopping, allowing Brazilian residents to access these financial services without incurring fees. This innovative approach facilitates hassle-free banking and financial management for individuals who may otherwise face challenges in accessing traditional financial services.
Axis is a digital banking alternative for small businesses and solopreneurs in Egypt. It offers a seamless payment management system that handles employee payroll, salary advances, and business payments to suppliers and vendors. Axis's fully interoperable mobile wallet enables users to send and receive money from any mobile wallet in Egypt.
Monnai offers a global financial platform and API infrastructure that enables fintechs and financial institutions to access real-time credit decisions, aggregated financial and digital insights, and end-to-end onboarding, trust and fraud risk management, underwriting, and debt collections. The platform delivers over 500 insights to support decisions across the customer lifecycle and via a unified API streamlines onboarding and related processes, helping businesses reduce costs and grow assets and revenue.
Tarabut Gateway
Series A in 2023
Tarabut Gateway is MENA's first regulated Open Banking platform, connecting banks and FinTechs via a universal API. It facilitates data flow between these entities, fostering collaboration and accelerating innovation for improved consumer products and services.
PhonePe
Private Equity Round in 2023
PhonePe is a mobile payments application that enables users to transfer money instantly using just their mobile number. The platform is built on the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and incorporates a digital wallet, making digital payments simple and secure. PhonePe aims to eliminate the need for cash and cards by providing a universally accepted payment solution, thereby enhancing the overall commerce experience for both customers and businesses. Its focus is on facilitating seamless transactions in the digital payment landscape.
Eduvanz is a fintech Non-banking Finance Company for students seeking financial assistance.
Its platform collaborates with various educational institutes to offer unsecured loan products that can be availed through a quick and easy online process that pr pupils and academic aspirants with transparent and secure financial assistance to make education universally accessible.
Progcap is a fintech lender in India that provides working capital to micro and small businesses, focusing on underbanked semi-urban and rural retailers, underwriting credit with non-traditional ecosystem data and risk models to enable collateral-free financing and supply chain-based funding solutions; founded in 2017 and headquartered in New Delhi, the company leverages technology to deliver affordable and timely credit to its customers.
Copper provides secure infrastructure and custody for institutional digital asset investments, offering portfolio management and protection for institutional clients. Its secure wallet architecture is available as a standalone product, a mobile app, and a browser extension for smart contract signing. The company is complemented by the ClearLoop network, enabling off-exchange trading and settlement at tier-1 digital asset exchanges, and it supports uncollateralized lending options. Copper also operates affiliated advisory firms that deliver wealth management, financial planning, and investment advisory services, including support for credit unions and their members as broker-dealer and registered investment adviser activities. The combined platform serves institutional and select client segments by integrating custody, trading, settlement, and advisory capabilities under a unified digital asset ecosystem.
Founded in 2016, Fazz is a Singapore and Indonesia-based company that empowers merchants from small businesses to large corporations across Southeast Asia. It offers Fazz Agen, serving micro and small enterprises, and Fazz Business, providing payment solutions, capital growth opportunities, and funding access.
Jar is a Bangalore-based fintech startup that lets users save and automatically invest spare change from online transactions into digital gold. The service offers daily, weekly, monthly, and instant savings, enabling users to build a digital gold balance that can be redeemed at any time or withdrawn easily. Founded in 2021 by Nishchay AG and Misbah Ashraf, Jar is based in Karnataka, India, and focuses on simplifying automatic small-savings and micro-investments through a digital gold instrument.
Jodo is a fintech platform founded in 2020 with a mission to positively impact lives through well-designed financial products. It targets middle-income households by offering financial services that address cash-flow challenges, including a no-interest installment option for paying school fees. The company pursues a full-service model with multiple products to help customers meet everyday financial needs. Built on research into users' needs, Jodo seeks to enable millions of people to manage payments and access essential financial services more easily.
Meow Technologies is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services are provided by FirstBank, a Tennessee corporation, and by Grasshopper Bank, N.A. and Third Coast Bank SSB; Members FDIC.
Meow offers businesses checking accounts with interest, treasury management services, invoicing, bill pay and more.
Unit21 Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2018 that develops a no-code platform designed to streamline risk and compliance operations for businesses. The platform features an application programming interface and a dashboard that enable users to detect and manage money laundering, fraud, and other sophisticated risks across various industries. In addition to risk detection, Unit21's solutions encompass case management, transaction monitoring, identity verification, operations management, as well as analytics and reporting capabilities. The company emphasizes security, employing best practices to safeguard its systems against potential threats.
Progcap is a fintech lender in India that provides working capital to micro and small businesses, focusing on underbanked semi-urban and rural retailers, underwriting credit with non-traditional ecosystem data and risk models to enable collateral-free financing and supply chain-based funding solutions; founded in 2017 and headquartered in New Delhi, the company leverages technology to deliver affordable and timely credit to its customers.
Pagaya is a fintech company leveraging machine learning and big data analytics to manage institutional funds, primarily focusing on fixed income and alternative credit markets.
FalconX is a cryptocurrency brokerage and digital asset trading platform founded in 2018. It provides trading solutions that give institutions reliable execution and cost efficiency in cryptocurrency markets. The platform uses data science to eliminate slippage and hidden fees, along with blockchain technology and machine learning to route mid-to-large size trades across multiple liquidity sources. FalconX offers trading, credit, and clearing services to hedge funds, proprietary trading firms, and other institutional clients seeking transparent, scalable digital asset execution.
Standard Practice
Seed Round in 2022
Standard Practice operates a healthcare platform that uses voice artificial intelligence to support revenue cycle management for medical practices. It automates outbound communications to insurers and pharmacies, and offers financing options and payment cards, aiming to streamline payor interactions while enhancing staff efficiency.
PayGlocal
Series B in 2022
PayGlocal, founded in 2021 by Yogesh Lokhande in Bangalore, Karnataka, specializes in global payment processing. Its AI-ML-based risk engine facilitates secure, low-risk transactions, offering businesses end-to-end payment solutions with recurring payments and standing instructions. The platform ensures cost-effective outcomes while maintaining enterprise-grade security, providing a seamless transaction experience across multiple layers and feeds.
Zippi Soluções de Crédito Ltda is a digital platform based in São Paulo, Brazil, that specializes in providing financial services for gig workers, particularly drivers for ride-sharing applications such as Uber, 99, and Cabify. The platform offers personal loans tailored to the needs of self-employed individuals, allowing them to manage their finances more effectively. By providing weekly invoices and facilitating payments through a user-friendly application, Zippi aims to support its clients in focusing on their business growth without incurring annual fees. This approach positions Zippi as a valuable resource for the growing gig economy in Latin America.
CRED is a members-only application that incentivizes users by offering exclusive rewards for timely credit card bill payments. The platform promotes financial responsibility by encouraging users to maintain good credit scores while rewarding them with various offers and discounts on shopping, health services, and other expenditures. CRED prioritizes the protection of user data through stringent security processes and compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring transparency and opt-in consent for data usage. By facilitating on-time credit card payments, CRED not only helps users manage their finances better but also enhances their overall spending experience with valuable rewards.
Jar is a Bangalore-based fintech startup that lets users save and automatically invest spare change from online transactions into digital gold. The service offers daily, weekly, monthly, and instant savings, enabling users to build a digital gold balance that can be redeemed at any time or withdrawn easily. Founded in 2021 by Nishchay AG and Misbah Ashraf, Jar is based in Karnataka, India, and focuses on simplifying automatic small-savings and micro-investments through a digital gold instrument.
Slice is a fintech startup aimed at enhancing the financial experience for young Indians. The company offers a transparent and efficient platform designed to simplify payments and access to credit. Its flagship product, the slice card, allows users to make seamless credit payments while ensuring a high-quality mobile experience and responsive customer service. Additionally, slice provides other financial products, such as slice borrow and slice account, which facilitate fast and straightforward transactions and help users build their credit scores. By focusing on the needs of young consumers, slice seeks to improve their financial literacy and empower them in managing their money more effectively.
Xendit is a Southeast Asian fintech company that specializes in providing payment infrastructure primarily in Indonesia and the Philippines. Founded in 2014 by Moses Lo, Tessa Wijaya, Bo Chen, and Juan Gonzalez, Xendit offers a robust payment gateway platform that enables businesses to accept various forms of payments, including bank transfers, virtual accounts, and credit cards. The company simplifies payment processes through a suite of world-class APIs and an intuitive dashboard, allowing businesses to efficiently manage transactions, disburse payroll, and access loan services while also detecting fraud. By streamlining these financial operations, Xendit supports the growth of businesses in the region.
BVNK offers modern payment infrastructure for businesses. It unifies banks and blockchain networks on a single platform, allowing companies to send and receive stablecoin payments, convert currencies, and integrate crypto payments into their checkout processes. BVNK's flexible platform enables innovators to launch new payment products swiftly while ensuring compliance.
Jambo is a technology company building an on-chain mobile network driven by the JamboPhone, a crypto-native smartphone and ecosystem that combines hardware, software, and decentralized services. It operates a distributed mobile-network foundation with nodes across many countries to enable decentralized use cases such as validators and peer-to-peer networking while reducing connectivity costs. The platform includes the JamboApp, which features a multi-chain wallet, an ecosystem dApp store, and opportunities to earn rewards. It also supports gaming smartphones with integrated blockchain technology and financial software to connect users with the global on-chain economy. Jambo aims to onboard millions into the on-chain economy by enabling access to games, cryptocurrency trading, and decentralized finance, with the Jambo Token powering rewards and ecosystem incentives.
Open Financial Technologies
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Open Financial Technologies Pvt Ltd, established in 2016 and based in Bengaluru, India, specializes in developing an online platform for banking and intercompany settlement. The company provides digital banking services tailored for startups and small to medium enterprises (SMEs), offering digital bank accounts equipped with tools for bookkeeping, invoicing, money transfers, and credit access. Additionally, Open's application programming interface (API) platform enables financial institutions to integrate banking and payment functionalities into their applications and accounting systems.
Kard Financial, Inc., founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, operates a web application designed to help users maximize their credit card rewards. By partnering with merchants and financial institutions, Kard aims to redefine the loyalty industry, offering a comprehensive solution that simplifies the rewards process for consumers. The company's platform notifies users of savings opportunities for both online and in-store purchases, enabling card issuers to reduce costs associated with loyalty programs while providing engaging offers to their customers.
Minka is a developer of open banking cloud software focused on enhancing the financial experience for users. The company's platform enables rapid interbank transactions, supports mobile wallets, and manages online tax collection. Additionally, it facilitates transfers of digital currencies and cryptocurrencies, allowing financial institutions to process transactions efficiently. Minka's technology not only streamlines transaction processes but also empowers financial organizations to create and launch new products, ultimately improving how individuals and businesses interact with their finances.
Stake operates an online trading platform focused on providing a simple and affordable way for users to buy and sell listed shares. It offers access to international markets without complex paperwork, including US shares and exchange-traded funds.
Union54
Seed Round in 2022
Union54 is a debit card issuing API that facilitates the issuance of debit cards for fintech companies and corporates without the need for a bank or credit card processor. Founded in 2020 and based in Lusaka, Zambia, the company provides essential services such as BIN sponsorship, transaction processing, and settlement. This allows software companies to seamlessly integrate debit card services into their offerings. In addition to its core services, Union54 is involved in the development of secure messaging and instant payment systems, providing tools for both civilian and government use. Its software solutions include a messaging application with an integrated wallet and an API for creating chat applications, enabling clients to securely communicate and manage payments.
Quo Finance
Series B in 2022
Founded in 2018, Quo Finance develops a financial planning platform that uses advanced AI to create personalized backup plans. This helps users modify loans and reduce default risks automatically, enabling them to reach their lifestyle goals faster.
World is a technology company specializing in secure digital asset management. It operates the World App, which enables users to securely store their World ID, manage digital assets, and access various Mini Apps within a privacy-focused network.
AngelList
Series B in 2022
AngelList is a U.S.-based platform founded in 2010, connecting startups with angel investors and job-seekers. It facilitates fundraising, recruitment, and product launches, supporting millions of users worldwide. The company has backed over 20 unicorns and helped launch more than 100,000 products.
ApeX is a developer of an innovative derivatives protocol that focuses on creating perpetual swap markets for various token pairs. The company provides a decentralized, permissionless, non-custodial, and censorship-resistant platform for trading perpetual contracts. This approach allows clients to leverage the scalability and compatibility of arbitral technology, which helps reduce transaction costs and enhance execution speed. Additionally, ApeX is launching game NFTs aimed at enhancing the derivatives trading experience for Web3 users.
Rebill is a fintech company that specializes in providing a payments and subscriptions platform tailored for digital businesses and global enterprises operating in Latin America. Its platform enables seamless integration of over 100 local payment methods, including credit cards, bank transfers, cash, and digital wallets, facilitating efficient revenue operations across diverse markets. Rebill's solution offers a single point of trust and automation for managing cross-country and multi-currency transactions, allowing e-commerce and SaaS companies to optimize recurring billing scenarios. This flexibility enhances acceptance rates and provides advanced metrics, ultimately streamlining billing processes and enabling businesses to scale more rapidly in the region. The company prioritizes transparency and customer support, ensuring that clients receive reliable assistance as they expand their operations.
Mono is a digital bank designed specifically for startups and small to medium-sized businesses in Latin America, beginning its operations in Colombia. The company aims to empower these businesses by addressing key challenges they face in managing finances. Mono's platform enables users to open a digital checking account quickly, make online payments using a debit card, and integrate seamlessly with various software-as-a-service applications. This approach allows businesses to efficiently manage their expenses and streamline their financial operations, ultimately facilitating growth and enhancing financial control.
Metaphor
Seed Round in 2022
Metaphor focuses on simplifying the engagement with decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) by providing a user-friendly platform that facilitates the onboarding process. The company develops tools that allow users to easily connect their wallets, select membership types, and purchase tokens, thereby streamlining participation in web3 communities. By integrating on-chain membership status and approval, Metaphor aims to create a clear and unified experience for users, enabling them to understand who belongs to which DAO and facilitating efficient treasury management and contract control within these organizations.
Jar is a Bangalore-based fintech startup that lets users save and automatically invest spare change from online transactions into digital gold. The service offers daily, weekly, monthly, and instant savings, enabling users to build a digital gold balance that can be redeemed at any time or withdrawn easily. Founded in 2021 by Nishchay AG and Misbah Ashraf, Jar is based in Karnataka, India, and focuses on simplifying automatic small-savings and micro-investments through a digital gold instrument.
Scalapay, founded in 2019 by Simone Mancini and Johnny Mitrevski, is a financial technology company based in Milan, Italy, that specializes in "Buy Now, Pay Later" (BNPL) services. The company has quickly expanded its presence across Europe, offering a payment platform that enables consumers to shop both online and in-store. Scalapay allows customers to split their purchases into three interest-free installments, providing a convenient and flexible payment solution. By simplifying the payment process, Scalapay aims to enhance the shopping experience for consumers, making purchases more accessible and manageable.
Weavr offers an open cloud-based platform that connects payment networks with financial providers. It enables innovators to define, deploy, and consume digital payment flows.
Jambo is a technology company building an on-chain mobile network driven by the JamboPhone, a crypto-native smartphone and ecosystem that combines hardware, software, and decentralized services. It operates a distributed mobile-network foundation with nodes across many countries to enable decentralized use cases such as validators and peer-to-peer networking while reducing connectivity costs. The platform includes the JamboApp, which features a multi-chain wallet, an ecosystem dApp store, and opportunities to earn rewards. It also supports gaming smartphones with integrated blockchain technology and financial software to connect users with the global on-chain economy. Jambo aims to onboard millions into the on-chain economy by enabling access to games, cryptocurrency trading, and decentralized finance, with the Jambo Token powering rewards and ecosystem incentives.
Genesis Global
Series C in 2022
Genesis Global Technology Limited specializes in developing custom software and solutions tailored for the capital markets. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, with an additional office in New York, the company provides a range of platforms designed to enhance trading and operational efficiency. Its offerings include an automated quoting system for managing requests for quotes, an order execution management system, and a trade allocation manager that facilitates various trading processes. Additionally, Genesis Global offers tools for data management and reconciliation, such as a short/long code manager and a matcher. The company is led by a team of industry veterans with substantial experience in trading technologies across multiple asset classes, aiming to deliver innovative solutions that align with the evolving needs of clients in the financial sector.
Thndr is a financial services company established in 2020 by Seif Amr in Cairo, Egypt. It operates an app-based investment platform designed to facilitate commission-free trading for investors. The platform offers a range of features, including no account minimums, real-time market data, and easy account setup and funding processes. Users can also access the latest financial news and educational tools, empowering them to make informed investment decisions. Thndr aims to simplify the investing process and enhance financial literacy among its users.
Bold is a company that operates an application designed to facilitate payments and manage sales reports and transactions, specifically targeting small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in Colombia. Founded in 2019 and based in Bogotá, Colombia, Bold aims to simplify financial processes for its clients. In addition to its core financial services, Bold Media, Inc., which was established in 2015 and is based in San Francisco, California, provides an internal blog platform that helps organizations share knowledge and ideas efficiently.
Ayoconnect
Series B in 2022
Founded in 2016, Ayoconnect is Southeast Asia’s leading financial API platform. It enables businesses to integrate a wide range of white-label financial products into their offerings via APIs, facilitating quick launch and monetization. With over 200 clients including major banks, retailers, and fintech companies, Ayoconnect processes more than 300 million API hits annually.
Moss is a technology-driven payment and credit card platform designed to help businesses optimize their financial management. The company offers corporate credit cards with dynamic limits that can be significantly higher than traditional options, accommodating even the highest spending needs. Moss provides both virtual and physical credit cards, allowing teams to spend easily and securely while maintaining control over costs through individual spending limits and real-time data tracking by card, merchant, or team. The Moss app enhances financial oversight by enabling users to digitize receipts, including cost center and VAT assignments. At the end of each month, all financial data and documents can be seamlessly exported to various accounting software, streamlining the reconciliation process for businesses.
M2P Fintech
Series C in 2022
M2P Fintech is a leading provider of a comprehensive API infrastructure designed to facilitate banking, payments, and lending services for businesses. The company offers a unified platform that supports various payment methods, including cards and digital wallets, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. M2P Fintech's technology enables seamless customer onboarding and compliance checks, thereby streamlining operations for financial institutions. By equipping sales teams with essential tools and information, M2P Fintech enhances the management of financial services, ultimately improving customer experiences in an increasingly digital economy.
Founded in 2019, INDmoney is a fintech company based in Gurugram, India. It offers a mobile application that enables consumers to invest, save, and plan for their financial future. The app is renowned for facilitating investments in US stocks and its digital banking feature, the Super Saver account.
Float (YC W20) offers seamless global banking and modern treasury management for businesses.
Founded in 2015, Dave is a fintech company based in Los Angeles, California. It operates a mobile application that provides users with banking services, including overdraft protection, early access to paychecks, and credit building tools. The app aims to improve financial wellness by offering transparent, fee-free banking and has grown to serve over 12 million members since its inception.
Link Financial Technologies
Seed Round in 2022
Link provides merchants with an alternate, low-cost payment solution and enables shoppers to pay with bank accounts. Through the power of Open Banking, Link allow customers to complete subscription and repeat transactions with unprecedented ease.
CreditBook
Seed Round in 2021
CreditBook is a digital platform in Pakistan that serves micro, small and medium enterprises with financial management tools. Originating as a bookkeeping app, it has expanded into a suite of financial solutions that enable underserved businesses to track pending payments, receive payment reminders, and record all transactions, helping owners make informed decisions. By digitizing core financial processes, the platform supports transparency and efficiency and enables small businesses to extend credit to customers quickly, improving cash flow across local markets in Pakistan.
TRM Labs Inc. is a blockchain intelligence company that provides a platform focused on token relationship management, utilizing machine learning to assist clients in managing customer relationships and detecting suspicious activities. The platform offers solutions for on-chain anti-money laundering (AML) compliance, including customer due diligence, transaction monitoring, and relationship management specifically tailored for digital asset firms. Additionally, TRM Labs develops enterprise applications and tools that enable organizations to launch blockchain-based products aimed at identifying fraudulent activities such as money laundering and market manipulation. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company serves a diverse clientele, including financial institutions, cryptocurrency businesses, and government agencies, and has established partnerships with notable organizations such as PayPal, Visa, and federal agencies. TRM Labs is committed to enhancing the safety of the financial ecosystem through advanced data engineering and threat intelligence, backed by a team of experts with extensive experience in law enforcement and technology.
Mayfair
Seed Round in 2021
Mayfair is a fintech startup that provides an innovative accounting software platform tailored for companies holding between $5 million and $100 million in cash. The platform integrates seamlessly with modern finance technology, offering features such as ready-made tax reporting and actionable intelligence. This enables businesses to enhance the accessibility and operational utility of their accounting data. By focusing on delivering better yield opportunities without incurring significant risk, Mayfair aims to support companies in optimizing their financial management processes. The company is backed by notable investors, including Tiger Global, Amity Ventures, and BoxGroup, which underscores its potential and growth in the fintech space.
Slice is a fintech startup aimed at enhancing the financial experience for young Indians. The company offers a transparent and efficient platform designed to simplify payments and access to credit. Its flagship product, the slice card, allows users to make seamless credit payments while ensuring a high-quality mobile experience and responsive customer service. Additionally, slice provides other financial products, such as slice borrow and slice account, which facilitate fast and straightforward transactions and help users build their credit scores. By focusing on the needs of young consumers, slice seeks to improve their financial literacy and empower them in managing their money more effectively.
Upstox is a fintech company that provides online securities brokerage and stock trading services for retail investors. Its platform enables users to trade equities and access other financial instruments, including commodities, currency derivatives, mutual funds, and advisory services, through a technology-driven experience. The company emphasizes a low-cost or zero brokerage model and uses design and technology to reduce costs and deliver faster, reliable trading from account setup to order execution. By leveraging its digital platform, Upstox aims to make investing more accessible and affordable, offering tools that support informed decision-making and streamlined trades. The business focuses on delivering high-quality online trading, competition-level pricing, and end-to-end support to users as they navigate the equity and related markets.
MoonPay is a fintech company specializing in payment infrastructure for seamless conversion between fiat currencies and cryptocurrencies. Its platform enables users to buy cryptocurrencies and NFTs using various payment methods, operating on a non-custodial model for enhanced user control over digital assets.
Ula is a technology-driven distribution and credit marketplace application that focuses on supporting micro, small, and medium enterprises in Indonesia. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Jakarta, with additional offices in Bengaluru and Singapore, Ula provides a B2B marketplace designed specifically for small retailers. The platform enables these retailers to access a diverse range of products at competitive prices while managing their inventory and supply chain more effectively. Ula offers favorable payment terms and working capital solutions, allowing store owners to stock only the inventory they need and ultimately enhance their profitability. By leveraging technology, Ula addresses key challenges in traditional retail, ensuring that small businesses can thrive in a rapidly evolving digital marketplace.
Mensa Brands
Series B in 2021
Mensa Brands is a brand-building company that focuses on identifying and investing in established digital-first brands within the lifestyle, home, and beauty sectors. The company provides working capital and equity investments to direct-to-consumer startups, aiming to enhance their online presence and drive growth. By leveraging its expertise in areas such as product development, merchandising, technology, and supply chain management, Mensa Brands supports founders in achieving successful financial exits while transforming their businesses through effective partnerships.
Socure develops digital identity verification solutions using artificial intelligence and machine learning. Its platform authenticates identities in real-time from various online/offline sources, automating customer identification program (CIP), know your customer (KYC), and anti-money laundering (AML) compliance initiatives.
Float Financial
Series A in 2021
Float provides comprehensive financial services tailored for businesses at all stages. Their offerings include corporate cards, bill payment, expense management, and high-yield accounts, empowering finance teams to efficiently manage spending and cash flow.
Tarabut Gateway
Funding Round in 2021
Tarabut Gateway is MENA's first regulated Open Banking platform, connecting banks and FinTechs via a universal API. It facilitates data flow between these entities, fostering collaboration and accelerating innovation for improved consumer products and services.
SWAP provides Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) platform for SaaS companies and fintech startups. Its secure APIs enable clients to integrate financial services such as pre-paid cards, digital wallets, and expense management into their platforms, creating new revenue streams and enhancing user experiences.
Union54
Seed Round in 2021
Union54 is a debit card issuing API that facilitates the issuance of debit cards for fintech companies and corporates without the need for a bank or credit card processor. Founded in 2020 and based in Lusaka, Zambia, the company provides essential services such as BIN sponsorship, transaction processing, and settlement. This allows software companies to seamlessly integrate debit card services into their offerings. In addition to its core services, Union54 is involved in the development of secure messaging and instant payment systems, providing tools for both civilian and government use. Its software solutions include a messaging application with an integrated wallet and an API for creating chat applications, enabling clients to securely communicate and manage payments.
Zolve is a neo-banking platform that provides consumer financial products, including deposit accounts, prepaid cards, money transfers, bill payments, and cross-border transactions, with tools for monitoring spending and budgeting. Launched in 2020 and based in Bangalore, India, the company aims to create a borderless financial world that offers equitable access to global financial products on a single platform, helping individuals save and invest toward financial freedom.
Brex
Venture Round in 2021
Brex Inc. is a financial technology company that provides corporate credit cards and integrated financial services to businesses. Established in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Brex has additional offices in Draper, Utah; Vancouver, Canada; and New York, New York. The company offers the Brex Mastercard Corporate Credit Card, which features reward programs for various categories, including rideshare, travel, dining, and software subscriptions. By combining financial services with existing software applications, Brex enables businesses to streamline their financial operations and empower employees to make informed financial decisions. This innovative approach helps companies navigate the complexities of the modern business environment and enhances their growth potential.
Pomelo is a fintech-as-a-service platform focused on providing innovative payment solutions in Latin America. The company has developed a digital processing platform designed to enhance payment services by allowing businesses to create virtual accounts and issue prepaid and credit cards. This is achieved through compliant onboarding processes, which facilitate the customization required by fintech companies and embedded finance players for their specific programs. By redefining the possibilities in payment services, Pomelo aims to support the growth and efficiency of financial technology in the region.
CRED is a members-only application that incentivizes users by offering exclusive rewards for timely credit card bill payments. The platform promotes financial responsibility by encouraging users to maintain good credit scores while rewarding them with various offers and discounts on shopping, health services, and other expenditures. CRED prioritizes the protection of user data through stringent security processes and compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring transparency and opt-in consent for data usage. By facilitating on-time credit card payments, CRED not only helps users manage their finances better but also enhances their overall spending experience with valuable rewards.
Traive Inc. operates an online lending platform that connects farmers with lenders, using advanced machine learning techniques for credit risk assessments. It serves suppliers and lenders in the agriculture industry, offering real-time risk assessment and ongoing portfolio monitoring.
TradingView
Series C in 2021
Founded in 2011, TradingView operates a global online platform for traders and investors. It provides real-time market data, advanced charting tools, analytics, and brokerage integration services. With over 15 million monthly active users, it fosters a social community where users can interact, share ideas, and improve their trading skills.
M2P Fintech
Series C in 2021
M2P Fintech is a leading provider of a comprehensive API infrastructure designed to facilitate banking, payments, and lending services for businesses. The company offers a unified platform that supports various payment methods, including cards and digital wallets, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. M2P Fintech's technology enables seamless customer onboarding and compliance checks, thereby streamlining operations for financial institutions. By equipping sales teams with essential tools and information, M2P Fintech enhances the management of financial services, ultimately improving customer experiences in an increasingly digital economy.
Mono is a Nigerian company founded in 2020 that specializes in developing a financial data infrastructure application programming interface (API) platform. The company aims to enhance access to financial accounts and improve onboarding and identification processes across emerging markets in Africa. Mono's platform offers a variety of services, including the generation of bank statements, account verification, payment initiation, and credit checks. By providing businesses with secure and efficient access to crucial financial data, Mono empowers organizations ranging from startups to large enterprises, facilitating their ability to thrive and contribute to economic growth in the region.
Mono is a Nigerian company founded in 2020 that specializes in developing a financial data infrastructure application programming interface (API) platform. The company aims to enhance access to financial accounts and improve onboarding and identification processes across emerging markets in Africa. Mono's platform offers a variety of services, including the generation of bank statements, account verification, payment initiation, and credit checks. By providing businesses with secure and efficient access to crucial financial data, Mono empowers organizations ranging from startups to large enterprises, facilitating their ability to thrive and contribute to economic growth in the region.
CoinSwitch
Series C in 2021
CoinSwitch is a leading cryptocurrency exchange aggregator based in India, designed to simplify the complexities of cryptocurrency trading for everyday users. With over 20 million registered users, CoinSwitch enables individuals to easily invest in a variety of cryptocurrencies through a user-friendly platform. Users can make one-time purchases or set up systematic investment plans, allowing for flexible investment strategies. In addition to trading, CoinSwitch provides educational resources that help users understand the cryptocurrency market and make informed decisions. The platform features the Crypto Rupee Index, which aids users in analyzing market sentiments. Committed to expanding accessibility to cryptocurrency, CoinSwitch aims to establish itself as a comprehensive wealth-tech destination for Indian investors, facilitating a seamless experience for managing all aspects of their crypto transactions.
Progcap is a fintech lender in India that provides working capital to micro and small businesses, focusing on underbanked semi-urban and rural retailers, underwriting credit with non-traditional ecosystem data and risk models to enable collateral-free financing and supply chain-based funding solutions; founded in 2017 and headquartered in New Delhi, the company leverages technology to deliver affordable and timely credit to its customers.
Higo is a developer of payment software aimed at enhancing the procure-to-pay process for B2B companies and their suppliers. The software centralizes invoice receipt, automates the approval workflow, and simplifies payment transactions, thereby streamlining supplier and logistics interactions. By focusing on small and medium-sized businesses, Higo enables these companies to optimize their cash flow and improve operational efficiency. The company's solutions are designed to address the complexities of multi-stakeholder commercial relationships, making financial processes more straightforward and effective.
TrueLayer
Series E in 2021
TrueLayer facilitates real-time online payments by integrating with banks and financial institutions. It enables businesses to verify identities, access transactions, and make instant payments across multiple countries. With over 10 million users trusting its services, TrueLayer aims to revolutionize global payment systems.
Melio is a fintech company that specializes in providing small businesses with digital tools to manage their business-to-business payments and receivables. Its platform offers a streamlined accounts payable and receivable dashboard, allowing businesses to transfer and receive payments efficiently. By simplifying the payment workflow, Melio enables small businesses to improve their cash flow and reduce or eliminate late payment costs. This approach enhances oversight and control over finances, allowing businesses to focus more on customer engagement rather than back-office operations. Overall, Melio aims to empower small businesses by minimizing time and costs associated with payment processes.
Xendit is a Southeast Asian fintech company that specializes in providing payment infrastructure primarily in Indonesia and the Philippines. Founded in 2014 by Moses Lo, Tessa Wijaya, Bo Chen, and Juan Gonzalez, Xendit offers a robust payment gateway platform that enables businesses to accept various forms of payments, including bank transfers, virtual accounts, and credit cards. The company simplifies payment processes through a suite of world-class APIs and an intuitive dashboard, allowing businesses to efficiently manage transactions, disburse payroll, and access loan services while also detecting fraud. By streamlining these financial operations, Xendit supports the growth of businesses in the region.
Open Financial Technologies
Series C in 2021
Open Financial Technologies Pvt Ltd, established in 2016 and based in Bengaluru, India, specializes in developing an online platform for banking and intercompany settlement. The company provides digital banking services tailored for startups and small to medium enterprises (SMEs), offering digital bank accounts equipped with tools for bookkeeping, invoicing, money transfers, and credit access. Additionally, Open's application programming interface (API) platform enables financial institutions to integrate banking and payment functionalities into their applications and accounting systems.
Scalapay, founded in 2019 by Simone Mancini and Johnny Mitrevski, is a financial technology company based in Milan, Italy, that specializes in "Buy Now, Pay Later" (BNPL) services. The company has quickly expanded its presence across Europe, offering a payment platform that enables consumers to shop both online and in-store. Scalapay allows customers to split their purchases into three interest-free installments, providing a convenient and flexible payment solution. By simplifying the payment process, Scalapay aims to enhance the shopping experience for consumers, making purchases more accessible and manageable.
CreditCaptain
Funding Round in 2021
CreditCaptain is an innovative fintech company revolutionizing the way individuals boost their credit scores. Leveraging advanced AI technology and a user-friendly platform, CreditCaptain provides personalized credit improvement plans, real-time tracking, and actionable insights to help users achieve their financial goals. Our mission is to empower individuals with the tools and knowledge they need to enhance their creditworthiness and unlock better financial opportunities. With CreditCaptain, users can expect a seamless experience, expert guidance, and significant improvements in their credit scores, paving the way for a brighter financial future.
Cora is an online payments company based in São Paulo, Brazil, focusing on serving self-employed individuals and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company operates as a digital bank, currently in closed beta, with plans to launch its first product—a free mobile account tailored for SMEs. Cora aims to offer a range of financial services including payments, credit-related products, and financial management tools designed to simplify and reduce the costs associated with daily financial tasks for entrepreneurs. Founded by Igor Senra Magalhães and Leonardo Soares Barbosa Mendes, Cora's platform is intended to alleviate the bureaucratic burdens typically faced in managing day-to-day finances.
PhonePe
Corporate Round in 2021
PhonePe is a mobile payments application that enables users to transfer money instantly using just their mobile number. The platform is built on the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and incorporates a digital wallet, making digital payments simple and secure. PhonePe aims to eliminate the need for cash and cards by providing a universally accepted payment solution, thereby enhancing the overall commerce experience for both customers and businesses. Its focus is on facilitating seamless transactions in the digital payment landscape.
Chime is a mobile banking and finance platform that automatically sets aside a predetermined amount into savings after transactions. It earns revenue from merchant transaction fees, aligning incentives and enabling users to avoid fees, save money, and lead healthier financial lives.
TaxBit is a cryptocurrency tax and accounting software company that automates tax calculations and reporting for cryptocurrency transactions. Its platform allows users to link their exchanges and wallets to efficiently gather transaction data, which is then processed to generate tax forms automatically. In addition to tax automation, TaxBit offers real-time portfolio tracking and insights for tax optimization, enabling users to make informed, tax-efficient trading decisions throughout the year. The company serves both individual consumers and enterprises, providing a comprehensive solution for managing cryptocurrency tax compliance and accounting needs.
FalconX is a cryptocurrency brokerage and digital asset trading platform founded in 2018. It provides trading solutions that give institutions reliable execution and cost efficiency in cryptocurrency markets. The platform uses data science to eliminate slippage and hidden fees, along with blockchain technology and machine learning to route mid-to-large size trades across multiple liquidity sources. FalconX offers trading, credit, and clearing services to hedge funds, proprietary trading firms, and other institutional clients seeking transparent, scalable digital asset execution.
BharatPe is an Indian fintech company that serves small and medium-sized merchants by offering digital payments and related financial services. It enables digital payments through the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and provides point-of-sale devices, along with business loans and other financial products to help merchants manage their finances. The company also operates a merchant payment app with an interoperable UPI interface and QR codes to facilitate accepting payments and conducting transactions smoothly and affordably.
Unit21 Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2018 that develops a no-code platform designed to streamline risk and compliance operations for businesses. The platform features an application programming interface and a dashboard that enable users to detect and manage money laundering, fraud, and other sophisticated risks across various industries. In addition to risk detection, Unit21's solutions encompass case management, transaction monitoring, identity verification, operations management, as well as analytics and reporting capabilities. The company emphasizes security, employing best practices to safeguard its systems against potential threats.
FairMoney
Series B in 2021
FairMoney is a mobile banking platform founded in 2017, operating from Paris, France, and Lagos, Nigeria. The platform specializes in providing credit to private and business borrowers, particularly targeting underbanked populations in emerging markets. By leveraging smartphone data, FairMoney develops an instant credit score for users, facilitating access to various loan types, including personal, business, medical, and car loans. The company has disbursed over 350,000 loans and aims to make financial services more accessible and affordable for millions in Africa and South-East Asia. With a team of 45 professionals and backing from European and American investors, FairMoney is committed to transforming the financial landscape for underserved communities.
Founded in 2015, RoadSync specializes in developing an online payment platform tailored for various industries within the logistics sector. Its platform enables users to provide instant receipts, view billing activities, and facilitate recurring transactions. Serving warehouses, repair services, drivers, and other logistics professionals, RoadSync aims to automate financial solutions and modernize commerce within the $800 billion logistics industry.
Progcap is a fintech lender in India that provides working capital to micro and small businesses, focusing on underbanked semi-urban and rural retailers, underwriting credit with non-traditional ecosystem data and risk models to enable collateral-free financing and supply chain-based funding solutions; founded in 2017 and headquartered in New Delhi, the company leverages technology to deliver affordable and timely credit to its customers.
Katapult is an omnichannel lease-to-own and point-of-sale fintech platform that enables retailers and e-commerce partners to offer lease-purchase options for everyday durable goods. The company integrates with online and in-store checkout to reach underserved U.S. consumers, providing a quick application and approval process, transparent terms, and tailored payment plans. By partnering with hundreds of retailers across the United States, Katapult helps merchants expand their customer base, increase sales, and drive revenue while giving non-prime buyers access to essential purchases.
Forter is a real-time, fully automated fraud prevention platform for online retailers. It delivers decisions on transactions through its end-to-end fraud prevention system, leveraging machine learning, cyber intelligence, elastic identity, and behavioral analysis to assess each transaction and the customer profile, with visibility through a dedicated dashboard. Its solutions include Decision-As-a-Service for transparent fraud decisions and Smart Routing to minimize revenue loss from false declines across web and mobile channels, enabling merchants to reduce fraud while supporting growth and improving the customer experience. Founded in 2013 and based in New York with offices in London and Tel Aviv, Forter's platform aims to automate transaction risk management and protect e-commerce from credit card fraud, account takeover, identity theft, and returns abuse.
Stake operates an online trading platform focused on providing a simple and affordable way for users to buy and sell listed shares. It offers access to international markets without complex paperwork, including US shares and exchange-traded funds.
Blair is a company that specializes in providing accessible financing options for students and educational institutions through Income-Share Agreements (ISAs). Its platform allows students to pursue their education without the burden of upfront costs, making higher education more attainable. By facilitating ISAs, Blair helps schools attract and retain talented students, creating a mutually beneficial relationship that emphasizes a commitment to student success. This innovative approach aims to address financial barriers in education, enabling students to focus on their studies while ensuring that schools can support their educational missions effectively.
Founded in 2014, Bitso is a cryptocurrency exchange platform headquartered in Mexico City. It enables users to buy, sell, and trade various cryptocurrencies securely using their mobile devices or other devices.