Citi

Citi, a global financial services holding company, operates through two primary segments: Global Consumer Banking (GCB) and Institutional Clients Group (ICG). The GCB segment caters to retail customers, offering traditional banking services, Citi-branded cards, and retail services. The ICG segment serves corporate, institutional, and high-net-worth clients, providing a wide range of banking, financial, and investment services. Citi also manages approximately $4.3 billion in equity investments and committed capital through its global emerging markets private equity arm, CVCI. Additionally, Citi Ventures, the company's venture capital arm, invests in innovative ideas across sectors like fintech, data analytics, and digital assets, fostering growth and collaboration with Citi colleagues, clients, and the broader innovation ecosystem.

Avi Arnon

Senior Vice President

Krishna Balachanader

Managing Director

Thompson Barro

Senior Vice President, Venture Investing

Karine Ben-Simhon

VP Intelligence Partnerships and Innovation

Matt Carbonara

Managing Director

Kateryna Chupryna

Director

Cagla Kaymaz

Senior Vice President

Everett Leonidas

Director

Robert Li

Vice President, Citi Ventures

Gaurav Mehta

Senior Vice President

Blaze O'Byrne

Vice President, Venture Investing

Arvind Purushotham

Founder&Managing Director and Global Head

Vibhor Rastogi

Global Director, AI / ML / Data Investing at Citi Ventures

Meredith Shields

Managing Director

Ornit Shinar

Director and Head, Venture Investing

Cece Stewart

President

Kate Sullivan

COO

Avery Tiras

Equity Research Senior Associate

Luis Valdich

Managing Director, Venture Investing

Jelena Zec

Director

Past deals in United Kingdom

TransFICC

Series B in 2025
TransFICC Limited is an e-trading technology company based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in providing application programming interfaces (APIs) for the fixed income and derivatives markets. Founded in 2016, the company addresses the issue of fragmentation within these markets by offering a unified API that simplifies connectivity for banks and asset managers. Clients connect once to TransFICC's platform, which then manages the connections to various electronic trading venues. The technology emphasizes low latency, scalability, and security, allowing clients to keep up with rapid price updates and compete effectively against high-frequency trading firms. Additionally, TransFICC provides microsecond timestamping of price and order messages, ensuring a comprehensive audit trail that supports Best Execution requirements. The company is dedicated solely to enhancing market access, facilitating easier upgrades when trading venues change their APIs compared to traditional enterprise systems.

Proxymity

Venture Round in 2025
Proxymity Limited is a company that has developed a digital platform for proxy voting and investor communications. Founded in 2017 and based in London, the platform connects issuers, intermediaries, and investors in real-time, enhancing the efficiency and transparency of the voting process for ordinary shares. Proxymity automates the processing of shareholder disclosure requests and responses in compliance with regulatory standards, facilitating the seamless flow of information. By providing a digital proxy voting solution, the platform allows for real-time transmission of meeting data and votes, eliminating the need for manual data entry or paper-based methods. This innovative approach streamlines investor communications and improves overall engagement between companies and their shareholders.

Validis

Venture Round in 2025
Validis is a cloud-based FinTech company with a unique software that increases a lender’s access to their client’s financial data. Validis technology enables high-speed transmission of financial data via the web, allowing lenders to receive and review client data securely and efficiently. The software retrieves data directly from an SME’s accounting software package and generates extensive analytics and standardized “audit-in-a-box” reports that lenders can access via Validis’ pluggable feed or online portal. Validis enables lenders to respond swiftly to initial funding applications, reducing the time it takes to onboard clients and subsequently increasing lending rates. Once clients are onboard, Validis provides lenders with performance monitoring and covenant breakdown notifications so they can continue to lend with confidence.

Databricks

Debt Financing in 2025
Databricks Inc. is a technology company that provides a unified data analytics cloud platform designed to facilitate data engineering and collaborative data science. The company offers a comprehensive suite of tools, including a just-in-time data platform that simplifies data integration, real-time experimentation, and deployment of production applications for developers and data scientists. Key products include Databricks Delta, which combines the capabilities of data warehouses with low-latency streaming, MLflow for managing the machine learning lifecycle, and Delta Lake for handling batch and streaming data. Databricks serves a diverse range of industries, including advertising, healthcare, manufacturing, and telecommunications, and has established strategic partnerships with various organizations to enhance its offerings. Founded in 2013, Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in London, Amsterdam, and Bengaluru.

Capitolis

Funding Round in 2024
Capitolis Inc. is a financial technology company that provides an online software-as-a-service platform designed for banks and financial institutions. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in London and Tel Aviv, Capitolis focuses on enhancing the efficiency and safety of capital markets. Its platform allows financial institutions to optimize their balance sheets and improve liquidity by facilitating the rapid sourcing of capital for trades from other institutions with substantial balance sheets. By connecting global banks with institutional investors, Capitolis enables access to diversified capital and investment opportunities, ultimately transforming the efficiency of market participants and supporting their growth objectives.

iwoca

Debt Financing in 2024
Iwoca Ltd. is a credit finance provider based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in offering financial services to small businesses. Founded in 2011, the company assists various sectors, including retailers, restaurants, and service providers, by providing unsecured business loans and short-term cash loans. Iwoca's financing solutions help businesses address short-term cash flow gaps and invest in growth opportunities such as inventory, technology, and employee expenses. The platform features a streamlined online application process, allowing clients to secure funding with flexible repayment options ranging from one day to 24 months, and there are no penalties for early repayment. Through its services, Iwoca enhances the financial capabilities of small businesses, enabling them to thrive in a competitive market.

Zeta Global Holdings

Post in 2024
Zeta Global Holdings is a data and analytics company that offers a comprehensive cloud-based marketing platform designed to help brands acquire, grow, and retain customers. Established in 2007 by David A. Steinberg and John Sculley, Zeta employs advanced analytics, machine learning, and extensive consumer intelligence to support enterprises across various industries, including financial services, telecommunications, and retail. Its flagship product, the Zeta Marketing Platform (ZMP), leverages identity data to analyze vast amounts of structured and unstructured data, enabling businesses to predict consumer intent and optimize marketing efforts. Headquartered in New York City, Zeta has over 1,000 employees and maintains Centers of Excellence in key locations such as Silicon Valley, Boston, London, and Hyderabad, alongside numerous other global offices. The company competes with major players in the marketing technology space, including Oracle, IBM, Salesforce, and Adobe.

iwoca

Debt Financing in 2024
Iwoca Ltd. is a credit finance provider based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in offering financial services to small businesses. Founded in 2011, the company assists various sectors, including retailers, restaurants, and service providers, by providing unsecured business loans and short-term cash loans. Iwoca's financing solutions help businesses address short-term cash flow gaps and invest in growth opportunities such as inventory, technology, and employee expenses. The platform features a streamlined online application process, allowing clients to secure funding with flexible repayment options ranging from one day to 24 months, and there are no penalties for early repayment. Through its services, Iwoca enhances the financial capabilities of small businesses, enabling them to thrive in a competitive market.

Abound

Debt Financing in 2024
Abound is a consumer lending startup based in London, United Kingdom, that aims to provide low-cost personal credit as an alternative to expensive payday loans. Founded in 2020, the company leverages the UK’s Open Banking standard to analyze consumers' historical bank statement data. This approach allows Abound to develop a detailed understanding of customers' financial situations, enabling them to assess affordability more accurately while reducing dependence on traditional credit reference agency scores. By focusing on individuals with low credit scores, Abound seeks to expand access to affordable credit, thereby promoting financial inclusion.

Fleximize

Debt Financing in 2023
Fleximize is a UK-based alternative business lender that provides flexible funding solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Founded in 2013 by Peter Tuvey, the company offers financing options ranging from ÂŁ5,000 to ÂŁ500,000, with terms extending from one to 60 months. Fleximize is designed to support businesses in various sectors, including professional services and hospitality, by offering tailored funding packages that include features such as repayment holidays, top-ups, and no early repayment fees. Each client is assigned a dedicated relationship manager who collaborates with them to create a customized financing solution that aligns with their growth plans.

ThinCats

Debt Financing in 2023
ThinCats is a private equity investment firm established in 2010 and located in Leicestershire, United Kingdom. The firm specializes in providing tailored funding solutions to mid-sized businesses, helping them achieve their growth ambitions. With a focus on sectors such as healthcare, leisure, and technology, ThinCats employs a combination of data analytics and traditional lending practices to create customized financial solutions. Their services encompass funding for growth, acquisitions, refinancing, and restructuring, ensuring that each client's unique needs are effectively addressed.

Iberdrola

Post in 2023
Iberdrola is a leading global utility company engaged in the production, distribution, and retail of electricity and gas across nearly 40 countries. With a diverse portfolio of 56 gigawatts, it primarily generates electricity from nuclear, fossil-fuel, hydroelectric, and renewable energy sources, with wind power representing approximately 40% of its capacity. The company operates significant electricity and distribution networks in Spain, the UK, Brazil, and the US, where it maintains a strong presence. Iberdrola is committed to advancing the energy transition through a sustainable business model that emphasizes renewable energy, smart grids, large-scale energy storage, and digital transformation, aimed at delivering innovative products and services to its customers. In addition to its generation activities, Iberdrola is involved in gas storage and supply, reinforcing its position as a comprehensive energy provider.

Prodigy Finance

Debt Financing in 2023
Prodigy Finance Limited operates an online platform that facilitates education loans for international postgraduate and MBA students, enabling them to finance their degrees through a community of lenders. Founded in 2006 and based in London, the platform connects student borrowers with alumni, institutional investors, and qualified private investors, as well as banks. Prodigy Finance specifically targets master's degree students in 18 countries, aiming to make higher education more accessible to individuals who may lack traditional financing options. Additionally, the company offers a mobile app that allows users to manage and access their loan information conveniently.

Pharmacierge

Seed Round in 2023
Pharmacierge is a digital e-prescribing service that facilitates the delivery of medication to patients in the UK and internationally. Private clinicians use the platform to create and transfer e-prescriptions to a pharmacy located near Harley Street in London. The service allows for quick and reliable delivery of medications, enabling patients to receive their prescriptions conveniently. Patients can pay for their medicines through secure digital payment links sent via phone, message, or email. Additionally, Pharmacierge offers free delivery of medications, streamlining the process for both clinicians and patients.

Hokodo

Series B in 2023
Hokodo Ltd is a London-based company that specializes in developing insurance and financing solutions tailored for B2B marketplaces, cloud accounting, and e-invoicing platforms. Founded in 2018, Hokodo offers a digital platform that simplifies the order-to-cash process for businesses, enabling them to make real-time credit decisions and access working capital finance options. Their products include Invoice Protection, an API that safeguards businesses against unpaid invoices, and Secure Freight, which protects goods in transit or storage. Additionally, Hokodo provides tools for users to assess the credit ratings of clients and suppliers, enhancing decision-making regarding credit terms and mitigating the risks associated with bad debt.

Abound

Debt Financing in 2023
Abound is a consumer lending startup based in London, United Kingdom, that aims to provide low-cost personal credit as an alternative to expensive payday loans. Founded in 2020, the company leverages the UK’s Open Banking standard to analyze consumers' historical bank statement data. This approach allows Abound to develop a detailed understanding of customers' financial situations, enabling them to assess affordability more accurately while reducing dependence on traditional credit reference agency scores. By focusing on individuals with low credit scores, Abound seeks to expand access to affordable credit, thereby promoting financial inclusion.

LiveMore Mortgages

Debt Financing in 2023
LiveMore Capital is a money lending financial services company. The company offers a broad range of mortgages for people aged 50-90+ LiveMore Capital was established in 2018 in London, England.

Banked

Series A in 2022
Banked is a global payments network company founded in 2018 with offices in Palo Alto, London, Sydney, Melbourne, and Vilnius. It develops a payment platform that connects people's bank account data to third-party applications via secure APIs, enabling real-time, transparent, and secure payment processes. The platform offers features such as bank account connections, spending analysis, balance and income verification, and low-cost payments. By leveraging modern banking infrastructure, Banked aims to eliminate costly fees and enhance financial fluidity for consumers, businesses, and banks.

TRM Labs

Series B in 2022
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.

Immersive Labs

Series C in 2022
Immersive Labs Limited is a UK-based company that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform aimed at enhancing cybersecurity skills across organizations. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bristol, the company provides interactive, gamified content that enables users to measure and improve their cybersecurity capabilities. The platform facilitates skill development in areas such as ethical hacking, threat hunting, and malware analysis, all accessible via a web browser without the need for installation. Immersive Labs also offers tools for assessing user profiles, identifying skill gaps, and simulating real-world cybersecurity incidents. By focusing on fostering critical thinking and problem-solving among users, the company empowers businesses in various sectors, including government and defense, to uncover hidden cybersecurity talent and strengthen their defenses against potential threats.

Propel

Debt Financing in 2022
Propel was founded in 1996 with the goal of providing flexible and accessible financing to SMEs across the country. It specializes in a wide range of asset finance solutions to meet the needs of individuals and businesses. It aspires to take its services to the next level, to push the boundaries of what is available, and to create great customer experiences that are consistent with its values.

Genesis Global

Venture Round 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.

Illuminate Financial Management

Venture Round in 2022
Illuminate Financial Management, established in 2014, is a London-based venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments in the Fintech sector. It focuses on areas such as compliance, regulation, and connectivity within financial institutions, primarily in the United Kingdom, Europe, and the United States. The firm typically invests between $0.25 million to $3 million, aiming for a 5% to 20% stake in its portfolio companies. Illuminate Financial Management provides deep domain expertise and industry network, acting as a trusted partner to guide its investments through their early stages.

MQube

Series A in 2022
MQube is a digital financial software developer focused on transforming the UK mortgage market. By leveraging innovative technology and data science, the company aims to address the challenges faced by mortgage lenders, brokers, landlords, and home buyers. In 2021, MQube launched MPowered Mortgages and the MPowered platform, which utilize artificial intelligence and advanced document extraction technology to automate lending decisions. This process enhances accuracy in customer data verification and enables efficient retrieval of relevant data points, facilitating quicker lending decisions for providers and improved experiences for borrowers. With strong backing from prominent European venture funds, MQube is dedicated to innovation and effective problem-solving in the mortgage sector.

Proxymity

Series B in 2022
Proxymity Limited is a company that has developed a digital platform for proxy voting and investor communications. Founded in 2017 and based in London, the platform connects issuers, intermediaries, and investors in real-time, enhancing the efficiency and transparency of the voting process for ordinary shares. Proxymity automates the processing of shareholder disclosure requests and responses in compliance with regulatory standards, facilitating the seamless flow of information. By providing a digital proxy voting solution, the platform allows for real-time transmission of meeting data and votes, eliminating the need for manual data entry or paper-based methods. This innovative approach streamlines investor communications and improves overall engagement between companies and their shareholders.

Fidel API

Series B in 2022
Fidel API is a financial infrastructure platform that empowers developers to create programmable experiences in real-time during payment card transactions. By integrating directly with major payment networks like Visa and Mastercard, the platform provides granular transaction data, including amount, location, date, and merchant details. This enables businesses to enhance customer engagement and marketing efforts through real-time, event-driven interactions. Fidel API's technology facilitates the development of advanced loyalty and rewards programs, as well as streamlining processes such as reimbursements and expense management. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in London, Fidel API serves a diverse clientele ranging from startups to large enterprises, including notable organizations like Google and British Airways. The company is supported by significant investors and has a global presence with offices in Lisbon and New York, along with remote employees.

TransFICC

Venture Round in 2022
TransFICC Limited is an e-trading technology company based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in providing application programming interfaces (APIs) for the fixed income and derivatives markets. Founded in 2016, the company addresses the issue of fragmentation within these markets by offering a unified API that simplifies connectivity for banks and asset managers. Clients connect once to TransFICC's platform, which then manages the connections to various electronic trading venues. The technology emphasizes low latency, scalability, and security, allowing clients to keep up with rapid price updates and compete effectively against high-frequency trading firms. Additionally, TransFICC provides microsecond timestamping of price and order messages, ensuring a comprehensive audit trail that supports Best Execution requirements. The company is dedicated solely to enhancing market access, facilitating easier upgrades when trading venues change their APIs compared to traditional enterprise systems.

Proxymity

Series B in 2022
Proxymity Limited is a company that has developed a digital platform for proxy voting and investor communications. Founded in 2017 and based in London, the platform connects issuers, intermediaries, and investors in real-time, enhancing the efficiency and transparency of the voting process for ordinary shares. Proxymity automates the processing of shareholder disclosure requests and responses in compliance with regulatory standards, facilitating the seamless flow of information. By providing a digital proxy voting solution, the platform allows for real-time transmission of meeting data and votes, eliminating the need for manual data entry or paper-based methods. This innovative approach streamlines investor communications and improves overall engagement between companies and their shareholders.

Capitolis

Series D in 2022
Capitolis Inc. is a financial technology company that provides an online software-as-a-service platform designed for banks and financial institutions. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in London and Tel Aviv, Capitolis focuses on enhancing the efficiency and safety of capital markets. Its platform allows financial institutions to optimize their balance sheets and improve liquidity by facilitating the rapid sourcing of capital for trades from other institutions with substantial balance sheets. By connecting global banks with institutional investors, Capitolis enables access to diversified capital and investment opportunities, ultimately transforming the efficiency of market participants and supporting their growth objectives.

Sharegain

Series B in 2022
Sharegain Ltd. is a fintech company based in London that operates a global securities lending platform aimed at pension funds, insurance companies, and asset managers. Established in 2015, the company seeks to democratize the securities lending industry, which is valued at approximately $3 trillion. Sharegain's platform allows financial institutions to unlock the hidden value in their portfolios, enabling them to lend stocks, bonds, and ETFs to generate additional income from existing assets. The solution is designed to provide full control and transparency while minimizing overhead and upfront costs, thereby empowering private banks, asset managers, and online brokers to enhance their revenue opportunities.

Proxymity

Series B in 2021
Proxymity Limited is a company that has developed a digital platform for proxy voting and investor communications. Founded in 2017 and based in London, the platform connects issuers, intermediaries, and investors in real-time, enhancing the efficiency and transparency of the voting process for ordinary shares. Proxymity automates the processing of shareholder disclosure requests and responses in compliance with regulatory standards, facilitating the seamless flow of information. By providing a digital proxy voting solution, the platform allows for real-time transmission of meeting data and votes, eliminating the need for manual data entry or paper-based methods. This innovative approach streamlines investor communications and improves overall engagement between companies and their shareholders.

AlphaSense

Series C in 2021
AlphaSense, Inc. is a market intelligence platform that specializes in information discovery for research professionals. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company has additional offices in London, Helsinki, Pune, and other locations. Its web-based platform aggregates and indexes financially relevant data from various sources, enabling users to conduct natural language searches for critical insights across filings, research, news, and other disclosures. The platform is designed to facilitate informed decision-making by providing users with the ability to set alerts, analyze data, and navigate complex information efficiently. AlphaSense serves nearly 2,000 enterprise clients, including a significant number of financial institutions and a majority of the S&P 500, who rely on its tools to drive their business decisions.

Matillion

Series E in 2021
Matillion Ltd. specializes in developing cloud data integration software solutions aimed at helping organizations optimize their data usage. The company offers a range of products, including Matillion ETL for Amazon Redshift and Snowflake, which facilitate the extraction, loading, and transformation of structured and semi-structured data in cloud environments. Additionally, Matillion Data Loader allows users to seamlessly integrate data from various sources into their cloud data warehouses. The Matillion Business Intelligence tool provides self-service reporting and analytics capabilities, while Matillion Exchange serves as a marketplace for users to share and download ETL jobs. Matillion's solutions cater to a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 companies and mid-sized enterprises across the United Kingdom, the United States, and EMEA. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Manchester, the company also has offices in New York, Denver, and Seattle.

Tessian

Series C in 2021
Tessian Limited is a provider of an advanced email security platform that addresses human error in data handling, significantly reducing the risk of data loss. The platform employs machine learning and artificial intelligence to identify when emails are mistakenly sent to unintended recipients, alerting the sender in real time to allow corrections. It features tools such as CheckRecipient Guardian and CheckRecipient RuleBuilder, which enhance organizational control over email communications. Tessian’s technology is designed to analyze email networks and prevent the transmission of sensitive information to the wrong individuals, thereby safeguarding against threats like data exfiltration, business email compromise, and phishing attacks. The company serves various sectors, including legal services, healthcare, investment management, and technology. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in London, Tessian also has an office in San Francisco and is supported by prominent investors.

Soldo

Series C in 2021
Soldo Limited is a company that specializes in developing expense management software solutions tailored for small businesses, enterprises, and accountants. Its offerings include Soldo Pro, which manages expenses from payment to reconciliation; Soldo Premium, which focuses on controlling business spending; and Soldo Enterprise, designed to support comprehensive financial strategies. The platform integrates prepaid MasterCard cards, a web-based administration console, and a mobile app, providing a user-friendly experience for managing the entire business expense cycle. Soldo serves a diverse clientele, including not-for-profits, start-ups, scale-ups, and various sectors such as digital media, technology, and higher education. Founded in 2014 and originally named PX Technology Ltd, the company rebranded to Soldo Limited in March 2015 and is headquartered in London, with additional offices in Rome, Milan, and Dublin.

Immersive Labs

Series C in 2021
Immersive Labs Limited is a UK-based company that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform aimed at enhancing cybersecurity skills across organizations. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bristol, the company provides interactive, gamified content that enables users to measure and improve their cybersecurity capabilities. The platform facilitates skill development in areas such as ethical hacking, threat hunting, and malware analysis, all accessible via a web browser without the need for installation. Immersive Labs also offers tools for assessing user profiles, identifying skill gaps, and simulating real-world cybersecurity incidents. By focusing on fostering critical thinking and problem-solving among users, the company empowers businesses in various sectors, including government and defense, to uncover hidden cybersecurity talent and strengthen their defenses against potential threats.

Komgo

Series B in 2021
Komgo SA is a Swiss-based technology company that operates a distributed ledger platform aimed at digitalizing the trade and commodities finance sector. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Geneva, the company has expanded its presence with offices in Singapore, London, New York, and Houston. Komgo's platform streamlines trade finance processes by eliminating manual and paper-based methods, thereby reducing the risk of fraud and enhancing efficiency. It provides a secure environment for peer-to-peer transactions, which allows banks, traders, and other participants to easily access the liquidity necessary for global trade. By offering innovative workflow solutions and a benchmark data reference for the industry, Komgo is committed to simplifying trade finance and creating a more transparent and efficient marketplace.

Capitolis

Series C in 2021
Capitolis Inc. is a financial technology company that provides an online software-as-a-service platform designed for banks and financial institutions. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in London and Tel Aviv, Capitolis focuses on enhancing the efficiency and safety of capital markets. Its platform allows financial institutions to optimize their balance sheets and improve liquidity by facilitating the rapid sourcing of capital for trades from other institutions with substantial balance sheets. By connecting global banks with institutional investors, Capitolis enables access to diversified capital and investment opportunities, ultimately transforming the efficiency of market participants and supporting their growth objectives.

Genesis Global

Series B in 2021
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.

Centrical

Series C in 2021
Centrical is a technology company that specializes in employee performance management. Its platform, Employee-Centric Success, combines real-time performance tracking, continuous feedback, microlearning, and employee engagement features, all powered by AI and gamification. This creates a personalized, motivating work experience for employees and equips managers with interactive coaching tools. With offices in New York, Ra'anana, Israel, and London, Centrical supports businesses in fostering productive and engaged work environments.

Solidatus

Series A in 2021
Solidatus is a leading provider of next-generation data lineage and conceptual modeling solutions that help organizations manage their metadata, data, and processes effectively. Recognized for its innovative approach, Solidatus enables large, data-rich organizations to enhance transparency, identify gaps, and streamline the implementation of changes. Its software not only demonstrates regulatory compliance and improves governance but also assists in transformational change and optimizes data landscapes by creating a connected digital map of an organization. This facilitates the management of data flows, supports cloud migration, and enables regulatory reporting, ultimately enhancing an organization's data economy. Solidatus has gained traction among top-tier firms in the financial, pharmaceutical, utility, and infrastructure sectors worldwide, and is expanding its presence in global markets, including plans for growth in the US, Europe, and the Middle East. The company is headquartered in London, with an office in Singapore.

Genesis Global

Corporate Round in 2020
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.

CloudMargin

Series B in 2020
CloudMargin Ltd. is a London-based company that offers a cloud-based collateral and margin management platform tailored for financial institutions of all sizes, including banks, brokerage firms, asset managers, and pension funds. Established in 2014 by a team with extensive experience in collateral management and technology, CloudMargin aims to provide a more efficient and accessible alternative to traditional collateral management solutions. The platform operates on a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model, enabling users to automate workflows, gain real-time insights into collateral positions, and streamline processes associated with settlement. By helping organizations meet regulatory requirements and reduce costs related to collateral management, CloudMargin supports its clients in navigating the complexities of the financial landscape.

Capitolis

Venture Round in 2020
Capitolis Inc. is a financial technology company that provides an online software-as-a-service platform designed for banks and financial institutions. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in London and Tel Aviv, Capitolis focuses on enhancing the efficiency and safety of capital markets. Its platform allows financial institutions to optimize their balance sheets and improve liquidity by facilitating the rapid sourcing of capital for trades from other institutions with substantial balance sheets. By connecting global banks with institutional investors, Capitolis enables access to diversified capital and investment opportunities, ultimately transforming the efficiency of market participants and supporting their growth objectives.

Solidatus

Corporate Round in 2020
Solidatus is a leading provider of next-generation data lineage and conceptual modeling solutions that help organizations manage their metadata, data, and processes effectively. Recognized for its innovative approach, Solidatus enables large, data-rich organizations to enhance transparency, identify gaps, and streamline the implementation of changes. Its software not only demonstrates regulatory compliance and improves governance but also assists in transformational change and optimizes data landscapes by creating a connected digital map of an organization. This facilitates the management of data flows, supports cloud migration, and enables regulatory reporting, ultimately enhancing an organization's data economy. Solidatus has gained traction among top-tier firms in the financial, pharmaceutical, utility, and infrastructure sectors worldwide, and is expanding its presence in global markets, including plans for growth in the US, Europe, and the Middle East. The company is headquartered in London, with an office in Singapore.

Proxymity

Corporate Round in 2020
Proxymity Limited is a company that has developed a digital platform for proxy voting and investor communications. Founded in 2017 and based in London, the platform connects issuers, intermediaries, and investors in real-time, enhancing the efficiency and transparency of the voting process for ordinary shares. Proxymity automates the processing of shareholder disclosure requests and responses in compliance with regulatory standards, facilitating the seamless flow of information. By providing a digital proxy voting solution, the platform allows for real-time transmission of meeting data and votes, eliminating the need for manual data entry or paper-based methods. This innovative approach streamlines investor communications and improves overall engagement between companies and their shareholders.

TransFICC

Series A in 2020
TransFICC Limited is an e-trading technology company based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in providing application programming interfaces (APIs) for the fixed income and derivatives markets. Founded in 2016, the company addresses the issue of fragmentation within these markets by offering a unified API that simplifies connectivity for banks and asset managers. Clients connect once to TransFICC's platform, which then manages the connections to various electronic trading venues. The technology emphasizes low latency, scalability, and security, allowing clients to keep up with rapid price updates and compete effectively against high-frequency trading firms. Additionally, TransFICC provides microsecond timestamping of price and order messages, ensuring a comprehensive audit trail that supports Best Execution requirements. The company is dedicated solely to enhancing market access, facilitating easier upgrades when trading venues change their APIs compared to traditional enterprise systems.

Komgo

Venture Round in 2020
Komgo SA is a Swiss-based technology company that operates a distributed ledger platform aimed at digitalizing the trade and commodities finance sector. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Geneva, the company has expanded its presence with offices in Singapore, London, New York, and Houston. Komgo's platform streamlines trade finance processes by eliminating manual and paper-based methods, thereby reducing the risk of fraud and enhancing efficiency. It provides a secure environment for peer-to-peer transactions, which allows banks, traders, and other participants to easily access the liquidity necessary for global trade. By offering innovative workflow solutions and a benchmark data reference for the industry, Komgo is committed to simplifying trade finance and creating a more transparent and efficient marketplace.

OilX

Seed Round in 2020
OilX Limited, founded in 2018 and headquartered in London, is a startup focused on providing advanced analytical solutions for the oil sector. The company specializes in delivering real-time insights into global oil supply and demand by integrating expertise in the oil industry with data science, satellite, and shipping data. OilX's platform offers digital oil analytics that empower traders and analysts to make informed, data-driven decisions. By utilizing artificial intelligence, OilX facilitates rapid access to fact-based intelligence, enhancing the decision-making process for its clients. The company has been conducting a beta test with 16 clients, demonstrating its commitment to refining its services in the competitive oil market.

Cashforce

Series A in 2019
Cashforce BV, established in 2013, is a Belgian-based company with global offices, specializing in smart cash flow management and forecasting. Its platform integrates with various ERPs and banking systems, enabling users to predict cash inflows and outflows, identify potential shortages or surpluses, and simulate multiple cash flow scenarios. Cashforce serves diverse sectors, including wholesale, transportation, and manufacturing, and has a strategic alliance with Treasury Intelligence Solutions GmbH.

Fidel API

Series A in 2019
Fidel API is a financial infrastructure platform that empowers developers to create programmable experiences in real-time during payment card transactions. By integrating directly with major payment networks like Visa and Mastercard, the platform provides granular transaction data, including amount, location, date, and merchant details. This enables businesses to enhance customer engagement and marketing efforts through real-time, event-driven interactions. Fidel API's technology facilitates the development of advanced loyalty and rewards programs, as well as streamlining processes such as reimbursements and expense management. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in London, Fidel API serves a diverse clientele ranging from startups to large enterprises, including notable organizations like Google and British Airways. The company is supported by significant investors and has a global presence with offices in Lisbon and New York, along with remote employees.

Privitar

Corporate Round in 2018
Privitar Ltd. is an enterprise software company specializing in privacy-preserving data mining and advanced data anonymization solutions. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in London, the company serves a diverse global client base across North America, Europe, and Asia. Privitar's product suite includes Privitar Publisher, which allows organizations to securely manage and audit data access, and Privitar Lens, which facilitates the creation of privacy-preserving APIs for reporting and analytics. Additionally, its SecureLink system focuses on data de-identification, while the Privitar Data Privacy Platform enhances data utilization while safeguarding sensitive information. The company's technologies enable clients to analyze potentially sensitive data in compliance with regulations such as GDPR, CPRA, and HIPAA, thereby fostering data-driven innovation and maintaining customer privacy across various sectors, including finance, healthcare, telecommunications, and marketing.

Airtel Africa

Private Equity Round in 2018
Airtel Africa Plc is a telecommunications company that delivers mobile voice and data services, as well as mobile money solutions, across Nigeria, East Africa, and Francophone Africa. The company offers a variety of services including prepaid and postpaid wireless voice, international roaming, data communication, and fixed-line telephone services. In addition, Airtel Africa provides mobile money services that encompass payment systems, microloans, savings, and international money transfers. Established in 2018 and headquartered in London, Airtel Africa aims to make mobile communications affordable, thereby supporting economic and social development in the regions it serves. As of March 2020, the company catered to approximately 110.6 million customers, with the majority of its revenue generated from its operations in Nigeria. Airtel Africa is committed to extending its network to rural areas and engaging in community-focused education initiatives.

TransFICC

Corporate Round in 2018
TransFICC Limited is an e-trading technology company based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in providing application programming interfaces (APIs) for the fixed income and derivatives markets. Founded in 2016, the company addresses the issue of fragmentation within these markets by offering a unified API that simplifies connectivity for banks and asset managers. Clients connect once to TransFICC's platform, which then manages the connections to various electronic trading venues. The technology emphasizes low latency, scalability, and security, allowing clients to keep up with rapid price updates and compete effectively against high-frequency trading firms. Additionally, TransFICC provides microsecond timestamping of price and order messages, ensuring a comprehensive audit trail that supports Best Execution requirements. The company is dedicated solely to enhancing market access, facilitating easier upgrades when trading venues change their APIs compared to traditional enterprise systems.

Oodle Car Finance

Debt Financing in 2018
Oodle Car Finance is a car finance company that facilitates the connection between customers and top car dealers in the UK, enhancing the car buying experience. By integrating search and finance into a streamlined digital process, Oodle Car Finance transforms the traditional lending approach in the used-car market. Utilizing advanced algorithms, the company efficiently matches customers with their ideal vehicles and suitable financing options, allowing for quick pre-approval of car finance. This commitment to a seamless and user-friendly experience underscores Oodle Car Finance's mission to provide exceptional service to its clients.

CurveGlobal

Venture Round in 2018
CurveGlobal Markets is the brand name of the London Stock Exchange derivatives market.

Behavox

Series B in 2017
Behavox Ltd. is a London-based company that specializes in compliance surveillance software for the capital markets sector. Established in 2014, Behavox offers an enterprise platform that consolidates various types of employee-generated data into a unified data lake, enabling real-time querying and analysis. Its primary products include Behavox Compliance, which monitors employee activities and assesses risk, and Behavox Voice, a tool for processing and analyzing voice recordings with multi-lingual capabilities. The company's technology leverages machine learning and artificial intelligence to enhance detection algorithms for identifying misconduct, insider threats, and other forms of market abuse. By applying advanced academic research and sophisticated engineering, Behavox aims to provide innovative solutions that improve compliance, corporate culture, and operational competitiveness for large financial institutions. Additionally, the company maintains strategic partnerships to further enhance its offerings.

Braze

Series D in 2017
Braze, Inc. is a customer engagement platform that specializes in enhancing interactions between consumers and brands across various industries, including retail, media, financial services, and hospitality. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in New York, Braze provides a suite of mobile marketing automation and customer relationship management solutions. The platform integrates tools for engagement orchestration, campaign optimization, and cross-channel personalization, utilizing an AI engine called Sage AI to enhance functionality. Braze enables brands to create meaningful, context-driven conversations through various channels, ensuring relevant and timely interactions. The company has additional offices in Chicago, London, San Francisco, and Singapore, reflecting its global presence and commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences. Formerly known as Appboy, Braze rebranded in November 2017 to better align with its mission of fostering human connections between consumers and the brands they love.

Axoni

Series A in 2016
Axoni is a technology company that specializes in real-time data replication and distributed ledger software for the financial services industry. Founded in 2017, it serves major financial institutions, including banks, asset managers, hedge funds, and market infrastructure firms globally, with offices in New York and London. Axoni's platform facilitates the seamless integration of traditional financial technologies with blockchain systems, offering market information and deep analysis of trends. Its solutions enable rapid deployment of critical financial networks and automate real-time data sharing among market participants, enhancing the management of legal records, lifecycle events, and cash flow calculations.

Braze

Series C in 2016
Braze, Inc. is a customer engagement platform that specializes in enhancing interactions between consumers and brands across various industries, including retail, media, financial services, and hospitality. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in New York, Braze provides a suite of mobile marketing automation and customer relationship management solutions. The platform integrates tools for engagement orchestration, campaign optimization, and cross-channel personalization, utilizing an AI engine called Sage AI to enhance functionality. Braze enables brands to create meaningful, context-driven conversations through various channels, ensuring relevant and timely interactions. The company has additional offices in Chicago, London, San Francisco, and Singapore, reflecting its global presence and commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences. Formerly known as Appboy, Braze rebranded in November 2017 to better align with its mission of fostering human connections between consumers and the brands they love.

Persado

Series C in 2016
Persado Inc., established in 2011, specializes in AI-generated marketing language solutions. Headquartered in New York, with offices in San Francisco, Chicago, Europe, and the UK, Persado serves major brands across retail, finance, travel, telecom, and healthcare. Its AI platforms, including Pro Email, Pro Social, and Persado Enterprise, create emotionally resonant language for emails, social ads, and personalized consumer interactions, driving short-term sales and long-term relationships. Persado's solutions have generated over $1.5 billion in incremental revenue for clients like Ally Bank, JPMorgan Chase, and Verizon, demonstrating an average 41% lift in conversion rates.

Optimizely

Series C in 2015
Optimizely, Inc. is a company that operates a website optimization platform designed for A/B testing, multivariate testing, and website personalization, catering to both technical and non-technical users. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, it also has offices in Amsterdam, Sydney, and Austin. The platform allows organizations to conduct experiments that facilitate data-driven decision-making and is available in multiple languages, making it accessible to a global audience. Optimizely's offerings include web content management, digital experience software, and integrated capabilities for content, commerce, multi-channel marketing, and predictive analytics. The company serves a diverse clientele, including agencies, developers, e-commerce businesses, enterprises, publishers, and small businesses primarily in the United States, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Spain. Optimizely, formerly known as Spreadly, operates as a subsidiary of EPiServer AB.

Acadia

Venture Round in 2015
Acadia builds risk management that helps firms to financial risk and optimize resources. Their services include risk model development, risk analytics, finance, accounting, model risk management, model validation, open risk engine, and publications. They also provide financial modeling and planning. Their financial institutions help with risk model transformation.

Tanium

Series F in 2015
Tanium Inc. is a provider of security and systems management solutions designed for enterprises and government organizations. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Kirkland, Washington, the company offers a comprehensive platform that enables real-time data collection and management of millions of endpoints. Its key offerings include the Tanium Endpoint Platform for securing and managing endpoints, as well as tools for asset tracking, software deployment, threat detection, and incident response. The platform enhances visibility and control, allowing security and IT teams to respond swiftly to potential threats and maintain business resilience. With applications in various industries, including banking and retail, Tanium also has strategic partnerships with firms like PwC and Palo Alto Networks. The company operates globally, with additional offices in several major cities across the United States and internationally.

Persado

Series B in 2015
Persado Inc., established in 2011, specializes in AI-generated marketing language solutions. Headquartered in New York, with offices in San Francisco, Chicago, Europe, and the UK, Persado serves major brands across retail, finance, travel, telecom, and healthcare. Its AI platforms, including Pro Email, Pro Social, and Persado Enterprise, create emotionally resonant language for emails, social ads, and personalized consumer interactions, driving short-term sales and long-term relationships. Persado's solutions have generated over $1.5 billion in incremental revenue for clients like Ally Bank, JPMorgan Chase, and Verizon, demonstrating an average 41% lift in conversion rates.

DocuSign

Series E in 2014
DocuSign, Inc., established in 2003 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in cloud-based software for digital agreement processes. The company's core offering, DocuSign Agreement Cloud, enables businesses to automate and manage the entire agreement lifecycle, from preparation to execution and acting on agreements. This suite includes e-signature solutions, workflow automation, AI-driven insights, and industry-specific tools. DocuSign serves a wide range of sectors, from financial services to real estate, and caters to enterprises, small businesses, and individuals. The company also operates DocuSign Ventures, its corporate venture capital arm, investing in and partnering with startups innovating around the agreement process.

G4S

Post in 2013
G4S is a leading international security solutions group, headquartered in London, England, and founded in 1901. The company specializes in providing a range of security services and solutions tailored for various businesses and industries, particularly in sectors where safety and security risks are significant concerns. G4S combines expertise, a skilled workforce, and advanced technology, including data analytics, to enhance security measures and help organizations minimize risks and costs. Its mission is to safeguard the welfare and prosperity of millions of people globally by delivering effective security solutions.

Uplogix

Series C in 2008
Uplogix, Inc. specializes in providing integrated local network management and monitoring solutions aimed at optimizing IT infrastructure for enterprises. The company's flagship offerings include the Uplogix Local Management Software and various Local Manager appliances, which enable efficient management of distributed networking equipment, servers, and other IT devices across remote sites and data centers. These solutions automate routine tasks such as configuration, security, compliance, and performance management, significantly reducing the need for on-site visits and operational costs. Uplogix also offers a range of consulting and training services to support its clients. The company's products are utilized across multiple sectors, including federal, financial, healthcare, energy, and retail industries. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, Uplogix maintains additional offices in London and Monterrey, underscoring its commitment to providing reliable network management solutions globally.

Quilter Cheviot

Acquisition in 2006
Quilter Cheviot is a prominent privately owned wealth management firm based in London, United Kingdom, with a history dating back to its establishment in 1771. It provides discretionary investment management services to a diverse client base, including private individuals, charities, trusts, pension funds, corporate entities, and life companies. The firm specializes in managing tailored investment portfolios that encompass equity, fixed income, and balanced strategies, catering to the specific financial goals and needs of its clients. In addition to advisory services, Quilter Cheviot also manages mutual funds, ensuring a comprehensive approach to investment management. The firm is recognized as one of the largest independent discretionary investment managers in the UK, emphasizing personalized client service and effective portfolio management.

Wagestream

Wagestream Ltd., founded in 2018 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom, develops a financial services application designed to enhance employee benefits and financial well-being. The platform allows employees to access their earned wages instantly, providing them with greater control over their pay schedules. This innovation aims to alleviate financial stress related to unexpected expenses by eliminating the need for advances, loans, and the burdens of high-interest credit or payday loans. Additionally, Wagestream offers various financial tools that help businesses support their employees in managing expenses, setting savings goals, and developing financial plans. By addressing these financial challenges, Wagestream seeks to reduce the poverty premium and prevent employees from falling into cycles of debt.
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