Paysend
Equity Crowdfunding in 2019
PaySend is a financial technology platform founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, UK. It provides a secure solution for users to send and receive money globally using any bank card, including Visa and MasterCard. The platform allows users to transfer funds directly from card to card across over 60 countries, facilitating transactions in multiple currencies. PaySend’s application features proxy card technology to help customers avoid cross-border fees and manage their finances with real exchange rates, ensuring a transparent and cost-effective money transfer experience.
SBDA Group
Series A in 2017
SBDA Group Ltd. is an artificial intelligence company headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, established in 2014. It specializes in providing tailored AI solutions to retail banks, enhancing customer engagement and cross-selling through digital channels. The company's campaign management platform leverages big data analytics and machine learning to deliver personalized product offerings and promotions. By triggering real-life events, SBDA Group empowers marketers and customer relationship management teams to improve performance and drive customer interactions. Additionally, its services extend beyond the banking sector, offering solutions to various industries, including retail and energy, aimed at optimizing productivity and increasing revenue through actionable data insights.
Capitalise.com
Series A in 2017
Capitalise.com is a financial information service focused on helping UK businesses secure the right funding by connecting them with suitable lenders. With a network of over 360 lenders, including more than 80 institutional and fintech partners, the platform simplifies the complex funding landscape for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Utilizing in-house technology and data analytics, Capitalise.com identifies optimal financing options tailored to the specific needs of businesses. This approach not only facilitates access to a variety of funding products but also empowers accounting firms to better serve their clients by clarifying and streamlining the funding process, thereby enhancing their role as trusted advisors.
Capitalise.com
Seed Round in 2017
Capitalise.com is a financial information service focused on helping UK businesses secure the right funding by connecting them with suitable lenders. With a network of over 360 lenders, including more than 80 institutional and fintech partners, the platform simplifies the complex funding landscape for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Utilizing in-house technology and data analytics, Capitalise.com identifies optimal financing options tailored to the specific needs of businesses. This approach not only facilitates access to a variety of funding products but also empowers accounting firms to better serve their clients by clarifying and streamlining the funding process, thereby enhancing their role as trusted advisors.
Albert is a mobile-based application that simplifies daily bookkeeping for freelancers and self-employed individuals. Launched publicly in 2016, the platform automates invoicing and helps users maintain accurate records of their financial transactions, allowing them to monitor their business finances independently. Recognized as the UK’s highest-rated finance app for freelancers, Albert has received over 2,500 five-star ratings and has been prominently featured by Apple multiple times. Backed by prominent investors, the company is disrupting the business finance management sector and has gained recognition as a leading technology firm in the UK startup ecosystem.
Cashboard
Series A in 2016
Cashboard is a pioneering fintech company based in Germany, recognized as Europe's first curated marketplace for retail investment across all asset classes. Unlike other platforms that focus on single products, Cashboard offers tailored investment portfolios that encompass a wide range of traditional options, such as stocks, funds, ETFs, and daily deposits, as well as alternative investments, including peer-to-peer lending and real estate crowdfunding. The platform provides a one-stop solution for retail clients, allowing them to manage all their assets through a single account, free of charge, apart from a success-related performance fee. With partnerships from leading European fintechs and banks, Cashboard currently features over 6,500 investment products on its open technology platform. The company has received several accolades for its innovation and has been recognized as one of the top wealth tech firms in Europe. Cashboard is supported by prominent venture capital firms and has been awarded significant prizes for its contributions to the fintech landscape.
Revolut Limited, established in 2013 and headquartered in London, UK, is a financial services company specializing in mobile banking. It offers a mobile application enabling users to exchange currencies at interbank rates, send money via social networks, and spend using a multi-currency card. Revolut also provides insurance services, including phone, medical, and travel insurance, and has expanded its offerings to include cryptocurrency and stock trading. The company operates globally, facilitating cross-border money transfers and helping users manage their finances, make payments, and track spending through its user-friendly mobile app.
Tandem is a digital bank that aims to provide a better banking experience by leveraging technology and user feedback. It offers a range of financial services, including savings accounts, credit cards, and loans, all managed through a user-friendly mobile app. Tandem's approach is centered around simplicity, with a focus on helping users save money and reducing financial stress. It differentiates itself by actively engaging with its user community to inform product development and improvement.
Paysend
Seed Round in 2016
PaySend is a financial technology platform founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, UK. It provides a secure solution for users to send and receive money globally using any bank card, including Visa and MasterCard. The platform allows users to transfer funds directly from card to card across over 60 countries, facilitating transactions in multiple currencies. PaySend’s application features proxy card technology to help customers avoid cross-border fees and manage their finances with real exchange rates, ensuring a transparent and cost-effective money transfer experience.
Drivecred
Seed Round in 2016
Drivecred is a car-telematics data analytics platform that serves the insurance and transportation-as-a-service industries. The company specializes in developing pay-per-mile scoring models to enhance insurance operations. Its platform offers instant analysis of driving behavior by considering current road and weather conditions, along with historical driving statistics. This capability allows insurance companies, fleet managers, and brokers to accurately evaluate potential risks and assess individual insurance estimates. Through its innovative approach, Drivecred aims to improve the precision of risk assessment in the automotive sector.
Cybertonica
Seed Round in 2015
Cybertonica, headquartered in London, offers a cloud-based risk intelligence hub for merchants, payment service providers, and financial institutions. It employs machine learning and AI to minimize fraud transactions and chargebacks, while enhancing site conversion and trust in digital payments. The company's unique approach includes online behavior analysis and biometric fingerprint profiling of internet users, ensuring world-class compliant standards. Cybertonica has received numerous awards for its innovative solutions and is committed to building a future of frictionless transactions with 99.9% trust.