minu is revolutionizing the financial health of Mexican employees, offering them access to their already worked salary when they need it, instead of having to wait for payroll. The company works with HR divisions of companies that offer the provision of minu to improve satisfaction, retention, and attraction of talent. minu is supported by FinTech's leading institutional investors globally, including QED.
Kaleidofin
Venture Round in 2024
Kaleidofin is a fintech platform based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, founded in 2017, that aims to provide comprehensive financial solutions for under-banked individuals and households. By creating customized profiles based on various data sources, Kaleidofin tailors its services to address the unique financial challenges faced by these segments, such as irregular income and limited financial literacy. The platform offers goal-based financial solutions that help users save and manage their money effectively, while also considering their financial volatility. Through a user-centered design and leveraging existing networks and analytics, Kaleidofin empowers customers to achieve their financial goals and improve their overall financial health.
Clerkie is an AI-driven financial planning company that focuses on helping individuals manage their debt more effectively. It offers a proprietary financial automation platform that leverages conversational AI to create detailed financial knowledge graphs. This technology enables users to receive personalized answers and actionable plans tailored to their financial situations. By combining expert financial advice with automated processes, Clerkie aims to simplify the management of debt for its users, making it easier for them to take proactive steps towards alleviating their financial burdens. The platform serves both consumers seeking financial guidance and creditors looking to manage loan losses effectively.
Heru is a company focused on enhancing the lives of gig-economy workers through technology-driven services and benefits tailored to their unique needs. Founded in 2019 by Mateo Jaramillo and Stiven Rodriguez Sanchez, and headquartered in Mexico City, the company offers a comprehensive financial technology platform that simplifies accounting processes for independent workers. Heru's services include electronic invoicing, tax management, tailored insurance policies, working capital solutions, and expert financial guidance. By providing tools for efficient tax obligation management and access to essential resources, Heru aims to improve the overall well-being and working conditions of freelancers and independent professionals.
EarnUp Inc. is a fintech company based in San Francisco, California, that focuses on automating loan payments for consumers. Established in 2013, EarnUp's platform is designed to assist over 200 million Americans with debt by intelligently managing their financial obligations, including home mortgages, student loans, auto loans, and personal loans. The service allows users to set aside small amounts of money when financially feasible, which are then used to make loan payments on their behalf. By synchronizing micro-payments with users' income and lifestyle, EarnUp aims to streamline the debt repayment process and help individuals regain control over their finances, ultimately enabling them to pay off their debts more efficiently.
Propel, Inc. is a software development company based in Brooklyn, New York, established in 2014. The company focuses on creating mobile applications aimed at improving the financial health of low-income Americans. Its primary product, Providers, is a free app designed for EBT cardholders, enabling them to manage their government benefits, such as SNAP and rental assistance. The app also helps users track their finances, save on essential purchases, and earn cash through various incentives. Propel's mission is to empower individuals by providing tools that facilitate better budgeting and financial management.
Kaleidofin
Series B in 2022
Kaleidofin is a fintech platform based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, founded in 2017, that aims to provide comprehensive financial solutions for under-banked individuals and households. By creating customized profiles based on various data sources, Kaleidofin tailors its services to address the unique financial challenges faced by these segments, such as irregular income and limited financial literacy. The platform offers goal-based financial solutions that help users save and manage their money effectively, while also considering their financial volatility. Through a user-centered design and leveraging existing networks and analytics, Kaleidofin empowers customers to achieve their financial goals and improve their overall financial health.
EarnUp Inc. is a fintech company based in San Francisco, California, that focuses on automating loan payments for consumers. Established in 2013, EarnUp's platform is designed to assist over 200 million Americans with debt by intelligently managing their financial obligations, including home mortgages, student loans, auto loans, and personal loans. The service allows users to set aside small amounts of money when financially feasible, which are then used to make loan payments on their behalf. By synchronizing micro-payments with users' income and lifestyle, EarnUp aims to streamline the debt repayment process and help individuals regain control over their finances, ultimately enabling them to pay off their debts more efficiently.
SeedFi, Inc. is a financial technology company based in San Francisco, California, dedicated to providing personal loan services primarily targeting lower-income consumers. Founded in early 2019 by a team of experienced professionals in the fintech sector, SeedFi focuses on creating innovative financial products that address the needs of the approximately 100 million Americans living paycheck to paycheck. The company offers loans based on credit scores and loan history, aiming to improve financial health by providing lower-cost access to capital. Additionally, SeedFi endeavors to help customers build credit and establish savings, ultimately empowering them to achieve greater financial stability. With a presence in both San Francisco and New York, SeedFi is committed to transforming the financial landscape for vulnerable populations who often face challenges in accessing essential financial services.
Heru
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Heru is a company focused on enhancing the lives of gig-economy workers through technology-driven services and benefits tailored to their unique needs. Founded in 2019 by Mateo Jaramillo and Stiven Rodriguez Sanchez, and headquartered in Mexico City, the company offers a comprehensive financial technology platform that simplifies accounting processes for independent workers. Heru's services include electronic invoicing, tax management, tailored insurance policies, working capital solutions, and expert financial guidance. By providing tools for efficient tax obligation management and access to essential resources, Heru aims to improve the overall well-being and working conditions of freelancers and independent professionals.
Neon is a Brazilian fintech company founded in 2016, offering a digital banking platform and bill payment services. With over 15 million customers and 1,600 employees, Neon provides a range of products including debit and credit cards without annual fees, personal loans, investments in CDB and CDI, cashback on debit transactions, and various payment methods. Notably, Neon For Life, an AI-driven platform, enables consumers to pay bills like rent and utilities on flexible terms, without traditional credit pitfalls. The company aims to provide accessible, abusive-fee-free financial services to Brazilian workers and micro-entrepreneurs, with a focus on simplicity and convenience.
Steady removes barriers to earn through its income intelligence that supports over 3 million hourly, 1099 and mixed-earners in earning more, an average of over $5,500 per year. Steady's view of income also applies its technology for purposes of income measurement that fills the wage data gap for public and private sector entities that service this worker population in areas such as the administration of public sector benefits. Steady was founded in 2017.
Kaleidofin
Series A in 2019
Kaleidofin is a fintech platform based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, founded in 2017, that aims to provide comprehensive financial solutions for under-banked individuals and households. By creating customized profiles based on various data sources, Kaleidofin tailors its services to address the unique financial challenges faced by these segments, such as irregular income and limited financial literacy. The platform offers goal-based financial solutions that help users save and manage their money effectively, while also considering their financial volatility. Through a user-centered design and leveraging existing networks and analytics, Kaleidofin empowers customers to achieve their financial goals and improve their overall financial health.
Neon is a Brazilian fintech company founded in 2016, offering a digital banking platform and bill payment services. With over 15 million customers and 1,600 employees, Neon provides a range of products including debit and credit cards without annual fees, personal loans, investments in CDB and CDI, cashback on debit transactions, and various payment methods. Notably, Neon For Life, an AI-driven platform, enables consumers to pay bills like rent and utilities on flexible terms, without traditional credit pitfalls. The company aims to provide accessible, abusive-fee-free financial services to Brazilian workers and micro-entrepreneurs, with a focus on simplicity and convenience.
MyShubhLife
Series A in 2019
MyShubhLife is a comprehensive financial services provider focused on enhancing financial inclusion for the unserved and underserved segments of the population. The company leverages real-time analytics and alternative data to develop credit reports, which facilitate access to financial products for those who traditionally lack banking services. MyShubhLife offers a range of services, including personal loans of varying sizes, bill payments, insurance, mutual fund investments, and tax filing assistance. By employing an innovative credit scoring methodology, the platform identifies creditworthy customers, enabling them to secure loans at affordable rates. Additionally, MyShubhLife promotes financial wellness through its programs tailored for both individuals and corporations, thereby broadening its impact in the financial services landscape.
Brigit is a financial technology company that develops a platform focused on enhancing financial health and well-being. The platform provides tools for cash advances, credit building, and financial management, enabling users to monitor their bills and budgets effectively. By offering insights into spending habits, Brigit helps individuals manage their finances more prudently while accessing credit options with minimal interest costs. The company's mission is to promote sustainable financial wellness and stability for its clients.
Clerkie
Seed Round in 2019
Clerkie is an AI-driven financial planning company that focuses on helping individuals manage their debt more effectively. It offers a proprietary financial automation platform that leverages conversational AI to create detailed financial knowledge graphs. This technology enables users to receive personalized answers and actionable plans tailored to their financial situations. By combining expert financial advice with automated processes, Clerkie aims to simplify the management of debt for its users, making it easier for them to take proactive steps towards alleviating their financial burdens. The platform serves both consumers seeking financial guidance and creditors looking to manage loan losses effectively.
Clerkie
Seed Round in 2019
Clerkie is an AI-driven financial planning company that focuses on helping individuals manage their debt more effectively. It offers a proprietary financial automation platform that leverages conversational AI to create detailed financial knowledge graphs. This technology enables users to receive personalized answers and actionable plans tailored to their financial situations. By combining expert financial advice with automated processes, Clerkie aims to simplify the management of debt for its users, making it easier for them to take proactive steps towards alleviating their financial burdens. The platform serves both consumers seeking financial guidance and creditors looking to manage loan losses effectively.
Propel, Inc. is a software development company based in Brooklyn, New York, established in 2014. The company focuses on creating mobile applications aimed at improving the financial health of low-income Americans. Its primary product, Providers, is a free app designed for EBT cardholders, enabling them to manage their government benefits, such as SNAP and rental assistance. The app also helps users track their finances, save on essential purchases, and earn cash through various incentives. Propel's mission is to empower individuals by providing tools that facilitate better budgeting and financial management.
Steady removes barriers to earn through its income intelligence that supports over 3 million hourly, 1099 and mixed-earners in earning more, an average of over $5,500 per year. Steady's view of income also applies its technology for purposes of income measurement that fills the wage data gap for public and private sector entities that service this worker population in areas such as the administration of public sector benefits. Steady was founded in 2017.
Chime is a mobile banking and finance platform that offers users convenient access to banking services through their smartphones. The platform features a unique savings mechanism that automatically allocates a predetermined amount of money into savings after each transaction. Chime generates revenue from transaction fees paid by merchants, which aligns its interests with those of its users, promoting fee avoidance and encouraging savings. Additionally, the platform provides fee-free overdrafts and early access to paychecks, empowering users to gain greater control and flexibility over their financial situations while supporting their efforts to improve credit.
Neon is a Brazilian fintech company founded in 2016, offering a digital banking platform and bill payment services. With over 15 million customers and 1,600 employees, Neon provides a range of products including debit and credit cards without annual fees, personal loans, investments in CDB and CDI, cashback on debit transactions, and various payment methods. Notably, Neon For Life, an AI-driven platform, enables consumers to pay bills like rent and utilities on flexible terms, without traditional credit pitfalls. The company aims to provide accessible, abusive-fee-free financial services to Brazilian workers and micro-entrepreneurs, with a focus on simplicity and convenience.
Affordplan
Series B in 2018
Affordplan is a financial savings platform designed to enhance healthcare affordability by facilitating planned savings for medical expenses. The company enables individuals to effectively plan, save, and pay for a variety of medical treatments ahead of time, ranging from cosmetic procedures to chronic conditions. Affordplan's offerings include tailored financial solutions that allow patients to make flexible and convenient payments while eliminating credit risk for medical institutions. By addressing the financial challenges associated with healthcare, Affordplan aims to make medical care accessible to a broader population, ultimately improving the financial well-being of patients and their families.
Kaleidofin
Seed Round in 2018
Kaleidofin is a fintech platform based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, founded in 2017, that aims to provide comprehensive financial solutions for under-banked individuals and households. By creating customized profiles based on various data sources, Kaleidofin tailors its services to address the unique financial challenges faced by these segments, such as irregular income and limited financial literacy. The platform offers goal-based financial solutions that help users save and manage their money effectively, while also considering their financial volatility. Through a user-centered design and leveraging existing networks and analytics, Kaleidofin empowers customers to achieve their financial goals and improve their overall financial health.
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.
Guiabolso
Series D in 2017
Guiabolso is a Brazilian fintech company founded in 2014 by Thiago Alvarez and Benjamin Gleason, aimed at transforming the financial landscape through innovative technology and Open Banking solutions. With a user base of 6 million, Guiabolso offers an application that consolidates financial management, automates budgeting, and provides a curated marketplace for financial products. The platform enhances users' financial well-being by facilitating informed choices through unique segmenting and scoring capabilities. Additionally, Guiabolso stands out as the only company in Brazil with a fully operational end-to-end Open Banking solution tailored for B2B clients, offering advanced analytics and personal financial management features. By leveraging open data access, Guiabolso seeks to improve the financial lives of consumers and provide valuable insights to its corporate partners.
Chime is a mobile banking and finance platform that offers users convenient access to banking services through their smartphones. The platform features a unique savings mechanism that automatically allocates a predetermined amount of money into savings after each transaction. Chime generates revenue from transaction fees paid by merchants, which aligns its interests with those of its users, promoting fee avoidance and encouraging savings. Additionally, the platform provides fee-free overdrafts and early access to paychecks, empowering users to gain greater control and flexibility over their financial situations while supporting their efforts to improve credit.
Propel, Inc. is a software development company based in Brooklyn, New York, established in 2014. The company focuses on creating mobile applications aimed at improving the financial health of low-income Americans. Its primary product, Providers, is a free app designed for EBT cardholders, enabling them to manage their government benefits, such as SNAP and rental assistance. The app also helps users track their finances, save on essential purchases, and earn cash through various incentives. Propel's mission is to empower individuals by providing tools that facilitate better budgeting and financial management.
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.
Guiabolso
Series C in 2016
Guiabolso is a Brazilian fintech company founded in 2014 by Thiago Alvarez and Benjamin Gleason, aimed at transforming the financial landscape through innovative technology and Open Banking solutions. With a user base of 6 million, Guiabolso offers an application that consolidates financial management, automates budgeting, and provides a curated marketplace for financial products. The platform enhances users' financial well-being by facilitating informed choices through unique segmenting and scoring capabilities. Additionally, Guiabolso stands out as the only company in Brazil with a fully operational end-to-end Open Banking solution tailored for B2B clients, offering advanced analytics and personal financial management features. By leveraging open data access, Guiabolso seeks to improve the financial lives of consumers and provide valuable insights to its corporate partners.