Apis Partners

Apis Partners, established in 2014 and headquartered in London, is a private equity firm specializing in growth-stage investments within the financial services sector. The firm focuses on growth markets, including Africa, South Asia, and Southeast Asia, and targets companies in the financial services, fintech, and information technology sectors. Apis Partners manages two growth expansion funds, launched in 2015 and 2019, with investment sizes ranging from USD 25 million to USD 60 million. The firm's experienced team, with over 20 years of collective expertise in financial services and growth markets, is supported by an extensive network of 20+ financial services professionals and 27 partner companies across five countries.

Udayan Goyal

Managing Partner

Jin Jeong

Managing Director

Asad Naqvi

Managing Director

Monica Pinto

Managing Director, CFO / COO

Matteo Stefanel

Managing Partner

Alexia Yannopoulos

Director

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Thunes

Series D in 2025
Thunes is a global B2B payment infrastructure platform established in 2016, specializing in cross-border payment solutions. It facilitates seamless fund transfers between various payment systems, catering to a diverse range of clients, including major players in the gig economy and fintech sectors. The platform enables businesses and consumers to send and receive payments in 80 currencies across 132 countries, supporting 300 payment methods. Thunes offers a suite of services including remittance processing, mass payouts, virtual accounts, and payment collection, utilizing application programming interfaces (APIs) to enhance accessibility and reduce transaction costs. In April 2022, the company expanded its capabilities by acquiring a controlling stake in Tookitaki, a compliance platform that strengthens its anti-money laundering and fraud prevention measures. Headquartered in Singapore, Thunes operates regional offices in key global cities such as London, Paris, and Dubai, positioning itself as a vital player in the international payment landscape.

Xoxoday (formerly Giifty.com)

Private Equity Round in 2025
Giift operates a loyalty marketplace that enhances the value of loyalty programs by facilitating interaction between customers and diverse loyalty initiatives worldwide. By leveraging advanced technology, Giift has established a unified platform that allows for the exchange of loyalty points, miles, and gift cards across various programs globally. Its innovative approach integrates mobile payment technology with a single loyalty point system, ensuring ease of use and broad accessibility. Giift's marketplace serves multiple sectors, including hospitality, food and beverage, airlines, insurance, retail, banking, and payments, thereby creating a comprehensive ecosystem that fosters customer engagement and strengthens brand loyalty. Through its robust loyalty program management services, Giift helps organizations attract customers and build lasting relationships.

Cashfree Payments

Series C in 2025
Cashfree Payments is a payments and banking technology company that streamlines online transactions for businesses by offering a comprehensive payments gateway. The platform supports a variety of payment methods, including UPI, credit and debit cards, net banking, and digital wallets. Key features include instant refunds, on-demand payouts, bank account verification, and the ability to manage recurring payments. Cashfree Payments also provides a user-friendly Merchant app, allowing businesses to easily manage their payments and access their accounts from anywhere at any time. By enabling bulk outbound payments through simple uploads or API integrations, Cashfree Payments helps businesses enhance their financial operations efficiently.

Leap

Series E in 2025
Leap Finance is an ed-tech company focused on supporting Indian students in their pursuit of higher education abroad. The company offers a range of services, including guidance on university selection, preparation for standardized tests like the IELTS and SAT, financial planning, visa assistance, and reviews of Statements of Purpose (SOPs). By providing expert counseling and comprehensive resources, Leap aims to facilitate a smoother educational journey for students aspiring to study internationally.

KPay

Series A in 2024
KPay is a financial technology company that provides comprehensive payment collection solutions to SME merchants. It helps businesses streamline management processes and improve customer retention, business efficiency, and flexibility. KPay creates a more intuitive approach to running a business that enables merchants to reach their maximum potential.

Moneybox

Venture Round in 2024
Moneybox is a mobile application that simplifies saving, investing, and pension management for individuals. It enables users to save specifically for their first home, making it particularly appealing for first-time buyers. The app allows users to round up spare change from everyday transactions, which can then be saved and invested, offering the potential for higher returns compared to traditional savings accounts. Moneybox provides a range of financial services, including personal savings accounts, investment products, and pension management, all designed to help individuals build wealth over time. The user-friendly interface of the app ensures that managing finances is accessible and straightforward.

Moneybox

Secondary Market in 2024
Moneybox is a mobile application that simplifies saving, investing, and pension management for individuals. It enables users to save specifically for their first home, making it particularly appealing for first-time buyers. The app allows users to round up spare change from everyday transactions, which can then be saved and invested, offering the potential for higher returns compared to traditional savings accounts. Moneybox provides a range of financial services, including personal savings accounts, investment products, and pension management, all designed to help individuals build wealth over time. The user-friendly interface of the app ensures that managing finances is accessible and straightforward.

MNT-Halan

Venture Round in 2024
MNT-Halan is a microfinance lending and payments company focused on serving the unbanked population and promoting electronic payment solutions. The company offers a diverse range of financial services, including small and micro business lending, consumer finance, and digital payment options such as mobile wallets and cards. By combining proprietary digital channels with physical networks, MNT-Halan aims to facilitate the digitalization of banking services for both commercial and retail clients. Through its innovative solutions, MNT-Halan seeks to replace cash transactions with more accessible and efficient electronic alternatives.

The CareVoice

Series B in 2024
The CareVoice Limited is a Shanghai-based health insurtech company founded in 2013, with an additional office in Hong Kong. It specializes in developing a mobile-based, data-driven software as a service (SaaS) solution that provides community-sourced ratings and recommendations for healthcare services in China. The platform enables patients to share their medical experiences through ratings and reviews, facilitating informed decision-making about hospitals, doctors, and treatments. By consolidating insights from users undergoing similar health journeys, The CareVoice aims to enhance the healthcare experience, making it more consumer-centric. The company is backed by prominent venture capital and healthcare investors, and it focuses on digitalizing the healthcare and insurance landscape to improve patient engagement and outcomes.

HyperSpace

Series A in 2023
HyperSpace is a developer of permanent ticketed experiential attractions based in Dubai, established in 2020. The company specializes in creating, building, operating, and funding attractions that leverage blockchain technology and extended reality. HyperSpace aims to integrate these technologies into its entertainment parks, offering a unique blend of physical and digital experiences. Its innovative system enables the creation of a front-end metaverse that connects users in real-time, providing an interactive and immersive environment designed for exploration and social engagement.

TymeBank

Series C in 2023
TymeBank is a subsidiary of the Tyme Group, specializing in financial technology and digital banking solutions aimed at the lower-income market. The bank offers accessible financial services with a focus on minimal fees, allowing customers to open secure personal and business accounts online. TymeBank's digital platform provides a range of services, including transactional and savings accounts, with features such as free card swipes and competitive interest rates. By prioritizing affordability and convenience, TymeBank serves over 15 million customers, helping them manage their banking needs with ease and efficiency.

Peach Payments

Series A in 2023
Peach Payments is a company that specializes in providing payment solutions for online and mobile businesses, facilitating the acceptance of payments from consumers worldwide, with a strong emphasis on emerging markets, particularly in Africa and the BRIC countries. The company has developed an online payment platform that offers a variety of electronic payment services. This platform features a well-documented API for easy integration, allows payment collection through email and SMS, and includes secure tokenization for storing card data. Additionally, it enhances user experience by enabling one-click checkouts, ensuring a safe and efficient transaction process across all digital channels.

MoneyView

Series E in 2022
MoneyView is a financial management application designed to help users track and organize expenses, bills, and account balances. It utilizes SMS data to derive financial information, providing users with real-time visibility of their finances. In addition to expense management, MoneyView offers services related to personal loans, allowing users to check their loan eligibility and access low-interest loans through a completely paperless process. The platform emphasizes user-friendly financial management by enabling customers to track their spending while offering flexible repayment terms on loans. Through these comprehensive services, MoneyView aims to enhance users' overall financial awareness and facilitate better money management.

Adumo

Funding Round in 2022
Adumo is a fintech company focused on transforming the payment acceptance landscape in sub-Saharan Africa. It provides payment processing services that allow business owners to securely accept a variety of payment types through an omnichannel approach. Adumo supports a diverse range of merchants, including multinational corporations, independent retailers, entrepreneurs, and informal traders. In addition to payment processing, the company offers tools for working capital requirements, consumer engagement, and business support, along with an in-store consumer credit platform and necessary hardware. Through its services, Adumo aims to help businesses grow, simplify operations, and optimize their payment experiences, all while ensuring end-to-end transaction reconciliation and delivering valuable business insights.

DT One

Private Equity Round in 2022
DT One operates a global network focused on mobile top-up solutions and digital rewards, aiming to enhance connectivity for over five billion people in emerging economies. The company interconnects more than 550 mobile operators across 160 countries, providing accessible digital communication tools that facilitate participation in the global economy. Through its digital micropayment platform, DT One enables businesses to offer cross-border transfers of mobile top-ups, data bundles, gaming pins, and gift cards. This service ensures that individuals can maintain their social connections and access essential digital services.

Xoxoday (formerly Giifty.com)

Private Equity Round in 2022
Giift operates a loyalty marketplace that enhances the value of loyalty programs by facilitating interaction between customers and diverse loyalty initiatives worldwide. By leveraging advanced technology, Giift has established a unified platform that allows for the exchange of loyalty points, miles, and gift cards across various programs globally. Its innovative approach integrates mobile payment technology with a single loyalty point system, ensuring ease of use and broad accessibility. Giift's marketplace serves multiple sectors, including hospitality, food and beverage, airlines, insurance, retail, banking, and payments, thereby creating a comprehensive ecosystem that fosters customer engagement and strengthens brand loyalty. Through its robust loyalty program management services, Giift helps organizations attract customers and build lasting relationships.

Habitto

Seed Round in 2022
Habitto is a fintech platform focused on alleviating financial anxiety by helping customers cultivate good money habits. It offers a mobile application that provides financial advice and insights tailored to the Japanese market. Through its user-friendly interface, Habitto facilitates digital onboarding and eKYC, allowing users to easily access and manage their finances. The platform features a variety of investment and insurance products, empowering customers to achieve their financial goals while ensuring they have the necessary coverage. By delivering personalized advice and a convenient experience, Habitto aims to enhance users' financial wellbeing.

SecureNow Insurance Broker

Series B in 2021
SecureNow Insurance Broker Private Limited is an insurance brokerage firm based in New Delhi, India, established in 2011. The company provides a comprehensive range of insurance and related services, including life, health, car, and general insurance, as well as specialized coverage such as professional indemnity, commercial general liability, directors and officers liability, and construction all risk insurance. SecureNow also offers marine insurance, office insurance, and employee compensation insurance. Additionally, it provides group health insurance solutions, including maternity coverage and provisions for pre-existing diseases. The firm is recognized for offering fair insurance options and works closely with corporate leaders to address their employee benefits and insurance needs.

Xoxoday (formerly Giifty.com)

Series C in 2021
Giift operates a loyalty marketplace that enhances the value of loyalty programs by facilitating interaction between customers and diverse loyalty initiatives worldwide. By leveraging advanced technology, Giift has established a unified platform that allows for the exchange of loyalty points, miles, and gift cards across various programs globally. Its innovative approach integrates mobile payment technology with a single loyalty point system, ensuring ease of use and broad accessibility. Giift's marketplace serves multiple sectors, including hospitality, food and beverage, airlines, insurance, retail, banking, and payments, thereby creating a comprehensive ecosystem that fosters customer engagement and strengthens brand loyalty. Through its robust loyalty program management services, Giift helps organizations attract customers and build lasting relationships.

Gorila

Series B in 2021
Gorila Invest is a Brazilian fintech company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Sao Paulo. It specializes in developing an investment management application that allows users to consolidate their equity holdings and monitor the historical value of their portfolios. The platform automatically updates users on profitability, market quotations, prices, and corporate events related to their investments. By providing detailed monthly reports, Gorila enables both individual investors and advisors to effectively organize and track their investments in a secure manner.

Halan

Venture Round in 2021
Halan is a ride-hailing application based in Cairo, Egypt, that specializes in providing two and three-wheeler vehicle rides and on-demand logistics services. Founded in November 2017, the platform allows users to request motorbike or tuk-tuk rides and order food or goods for delivery via motorbikes and cargo tricycles. In addition to catering to individual customers, Halan offers smart-tech last-mile delivery solutions to support both large organizations and small businesses in their distribution and supply chain needs. The application enhances convenience and safety for users while providing drivers with opportunities for incremental business. Halan has established partnerships with notable fast-food chains such as McDonald’s, KFC, and Pizza Hut, further solidifying its presence in the logistics and ride-hailing market.

Doku

Venture Round in 2021
PT Nusa Satu Inti Artha, operating as DOKU, is Indonesia's leading provider of electronic payment and risk management solutions for businesses of all sizes. Established in 2007, DOKU offers a comprehensive payment gateway that enables merchants to accept various online payment methods securely. With advanced risk management features and PCI DSS Level 1 compliance, DOKU processes over USD500M annually on behalf of approximately 800 clients across diverse industries, including notable names like Garuda Indonesia, AirAsia, and Unicef. Privately owned and headquartered in Jakarta, the company has consistently grown since its inception, providing a one-stop solution for simplified electronic payment management.

RenewBuy

Series C in 2021
RenewBuy is an online insurance distribution platform making life and general insurance policies simplified and accessible. RenewBuy offers expert insurance advice that is curated specifically for an individual’s requirements. RenewBuy ensures that their POSP advisors can efficiently and instantly provide the right advice and sell the right insurance to their customers.

TymeBank

Series B in 2021
TymeBank is a subsidiary of the Tyme Group, specializing in financial technology and digital banking solutions aimed at the lower-income market. The bank offers accessible financial services with a focus on minimal fees, allowing customers to open secure personal and business accounts online. TymeBank's digital platform provides a range of services, including transactional and savings accounts, with features such as free card swipes and competitive interest rates. By prioritizing affordability and convenience, TymeBank serves over 15 million customers, helping them manage their banking needs with ease and efficiency.

Cashfree Payments

Series B in 2020
Cashfree Payments is a payments and banking technology company that streamlines online transactions for businesses by offering a comprehensive payments gateway. The platform supports a variety of payment methods, including UPI, credit and debit cards, net banking, and digital wallets. Key features include instant refunds, on-demand payouts, bank account verification, and the ability to manage recurring payments. Cashfree Payments also provides a user-friendly Merchant app, allowing businesses to easily manage their payments and access their accounts from anywhere at any time. By enabling bulk outbound payments through simple uploads or API integrations, Cashfree Payments helps businesses enhance their financial operations efficiently.

Prenetics

Private Equity Round in 2020
Prenetics Limited is a DNA biotechnology company based in Central, Hong Kong, specializing in pharmacogenomics and health sciences. The company offers the iGenes PGx test, which assists physicians in determining the appropriate medication and dosage for patients based on their genetic profiles while identifying potential adverse drug effects. In addition to pharmacogenomics, Prenetics provides ONEdna, a DNA screening service that delivers insights and actionable recommendations based on an individual’s genetic makeup. Its consumer health initiative is represented by the IM8 brand, while the clinical division includes Insighta, which focuses on multi-cancer early detection technologies, and ACT Genomics, known for its FDA-approved genomic profiling of solid tumors. Prenetics has formed strategic partnerships with notable organizations, including The Lippo Group and New Horizon Health Limited. The company was established in 2007 and underwent a name change from Multigene Diagnostics Limited to Prenetics Limited in November 2014.

Eureka

Series B in 2020
Eureka AI is an information technology company based in Central Jakarta, Indonesia, specializing in data analytics and artificial intelligence. Founded in 2016, the company utilizes telecommunications behavioral and location data to develop customer insights. Eureka AI offers a range of services, including customer acquisition, risk modeling, personalized recommendations, product cross-selling, fraud detection, and evaluation of credit and claim risks. Its solutions cater to various industries such as financial services, retail, transportation, telecommunications, and digital advertising. By leveraging its AI-based software application platform, Eureka AI helps businesses enhance their communication with both potential and existing customers through actionable insights derived from big data.

Coda

Private Equity Round in 2019
Coda leads in commerce solutions and out-of-app monetization. Since 2011, we’ve accelerated growth for our partners by expanding their global reach and deepening customer engagement. Trusted by over 300 publishers—including Activision, Electronic Arts, Moonton, and Riot Games—we maximize revenue with solutions like Custom Commerce, Codapay, Codashop, and Distribution. By connecting our partners to more than 90% of the world's preferred payment methods, we unlock access to over 200M paying customers worldwide. Headquartered in Singapore with a team of 400+, Coda has earned recognition as a 2023 APAC High Growth Company by the Financial Times, one of Granite Asia’s NextGenTech 30 (2024), a payments leader in Fortune’s Fintech Innovation Asia list (2024), and featured in The Straits Times Fastest Growing Fintechs (2024).

Tutuka

Acquisition in 2019
Tutuka specializes in digital payment processing technologies and services, catering to a diverse range of clients including fintech companies, telcos, digital banks, and money transfer providers across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America. The company offers an open API that facilitates the issuance and management of both virtual and physical cards, enabling clients to implement payment solutions efficiently. By streamlining the integration process, Tutuka allows its customers to connect to card schemes quickly and cost-effectively, avoiding the complexities and lengthy timelines typically associated with traditional payment processors.

Tutuka

Secondary Market in 2019
Tutuka specializes in digital payment processing technologies and services, catering to a diverse range of clients including fintech companies, telcos, digital banks, and money transfer providers across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America. The company offers an open API that facilitates the issuance and management of both virtual and physical cards, enabling clients to implement payment solutions efficiently. By streamlining the integration process, Tutuka allows its customers to connect to card schemes quickly and cost-effectively, avoiding the complexities and lengthy timelines typically associated with traditional payment processors.

Electronic Payments and Services

Venture Round in 2018
Electronic Payment and Services (EPS) is a provider of automated teller machine operations, outsourcing services, and digital payment solutions aimed at the financial sector. Founded by professionals with extensive experience in retail, banking, oil, and technology, EPS focuses on delivering high-quality payment services. The company specializes in site sourcing, development, ATM installation, transaction processing, and card management services, catering to public sector banks across urban, semi-urban, and rural areas in India. With a senior management team that has over 30 years of combined experience in retail payments, EPS has been at the forefront of various initiatives to enhance payment services in the country.

GHL Systems

Post in 2018
GHL Systems Berhad is a prominent payment service provider headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with operations across multiple countries, including the Philippines, Thailand, Australia, Cambodia, Singapore, and Myanmar. The company operates through three main segments: Transaction Payment Acquisition, Shared Services, and Solution Services. GHL offers a range of payment solutions, including e-pay services for telco prepaid top-ups and bill collection, as well as direct merchant acquiring and electronic payment services. It is involved in the sale, rental, and maintenance of electronic data capture terminals and supports various card-related services, such as credit, debit, and loyalty card issuance and management. Additionally, GHL provides money lending and transfer services and develops software solutions, including the Net.Point software. The company serves customers in diverse sectors, including banking, telecommunications, oil and gas, retail, and transportation. GHL is recognized as one of the top merchant acquirers in the ASEAN region and has expanded its client base to over 20 countries as part of its growth strategy.

Sun King

Private Equity Round in 2017
Sun King is a solar energy company that specializes in providing off-grid power solutions across Africa and Asia. It designs, manufactures, and distributes solar home systems, inverter systems, and portable lanterns, targeting communities with limited access to reliable electricity. Sun King offers pay-as-you-go financing options, enabling customers to acquire these products through small, affordable installments over time. The company collaborates with international distribution partners to expand its reach within the off-grid market.

DPO Group

Private Equity Round in 2017
DPO Group is a leading Payment Services Provider in Africa, specializing in innovative online payment processing solutions for businesses of all sizes, from small and medium enterprises to large global corporations. The company develops its technology in-house, allowing for fast and secure transactions both locally and internationally. DPO Group's platform supports a wide range of payment methods, including credit and debit cards, mobile money, and QR codes, across various currencies and interfaces. With a particular focus on the travel industry, DPO Group offers a real-time, cloud-based processing platform that accommodates multiple transaction types and includes features such as 24/7 fraud protection monitoring to ensure secure payment experiences for its clients.

Rubique

Venture Round in 2017
Rubique is a fintech company that simplifies the financing process for individuals and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by providing easy access to a diverse range of credit cards and loan products. The company operates an online lending marketplace that utilizes a proprietary matchmaking algorithm and integrates directly with the lending systems of financial institutions, allowing for real-time processing and online approval. This approach significantly reduces the time required for loan processing. Rubique employs data analytics on numerous data points to evaluate customer creditworthiness, enabling users to receive tailored offers suited to their eligibility. Founded in October 2014, Rubique aspires to become the leading marketplace for financial products catering to both individuals and SMEs.

Transfast

Private Equity Round in 2017
Transfast is a money transfer company based in New York, established in 1988. It specializes in providing remittance services that allow customers to send money to family and friends through a wide network of agents and payout locations. The company offers various services, including home cash delivery and cash card credit options. In addition to traditional remittance, Transfast has developed a multi-currency cross-border payment application that facilitates efficient and secure transactions. This application supports bank account, mobile wallet, and cash payment capabilities, enabling both consumers and businesses to transfer funds quickly and conveniently across borders.

DPO Group

Private Equity Round in 2016
DPO Group is a leading Payment Services Provider in Africa, specializing in innovative online payment processing solutions for businesses of all sizes, from small and medium enterprises to large global corporations. The company develops its technology in-house, allowing for fast and secure transactions both locally and internationally. DPO Group's platform supports a wide range of payment methods, including credit and debit cards, mobile money, and QR codes, across various currencies and interfaces. With a particular focus on the travel industry, DPO Group offers a real-time, cloud-based processing platform that accommodates multiple transaction types and includes features such as 24/7 fraud protection monitoring to ensure secure payment experiences for its clients.

Star Health and Allied Insurance

Private Equity Round in 2016
Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited, established in 2006 and headquartered in Chennai, India, specializes exclusively in health insurance products. The company caters to individuals, senior citizens, and families, offering a variety of plans, including personal accident insurance, Mediclaim, and overseas travel insurance. With a commitment to service excellence and innovation, Star Health aims to deliver affordable health insurance solutions, ensuring that quality healthcare coverage is accessible to all. By focusing solely on health insurance, the company leverages its resources to design products that meet the diverse needs of its customers.

Baobab

Private Equity Round in 2016
Baobab Group, established in 2005 by CEO Arnaud Ventura, is a leading digital finance company specializing in financial inclusion. It offers microfinance and digital banking services, including payment apps, to individuals and small businesses in Africa and China. With over 1,000 points of presence across ten countries, Baobab employs more than 3,800 people and has disbursed over EUR3 billion in loans, benefiting hundreds of thousands of clients.

Electronic Payments and Services

Private Equity Round in 2016
Electronic Payment and Services (EPS) is a provider of automated teller machine operations, outsourcing services, and digital payment solutions aimed at the financial sector. Founded by professionals with extensive experience in retail, banking, oil, and technology, EPS focuses on delivering high-quality payment services. The company specializes in site sourcing, development, ATM installation, transaction processing, and card management services, catering to public sector banks across urban, semi-urban, and rural areas in India. With a senior management team that has over 30 years of combined experience in retail payments, EPS has been at the forefront of various initiatives to enhance payment services in the country.
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