Clara
Venture Round in 2025
Clara is a spending management platform focused on serving companies in Latin America. It offers an end-to-end solution that includes locally-issued corporate cards, bill payment services, financing options, and a software platform that streamlines corporate expense management. The platform is designed to simplify and automate financial processes, allowing businesses to gain real-time insights into spending and manage budgets more effectively. Clara is backed by a diverse group of global and regional investors, aiming to empower companies with greater financial agility and clarity. By enhancing the way company finances are managed, Clara contributes to increasing the economic competitiveness of the region.
Félix is a chat-based platform that facilitates cross-border payments for Latinos in the United States, allowing them to send money abroad easily. By integrating blockchain technology and artificial intelligence, Félix aims to transform the remittance process, making it more efficient and user-friendly. The platform employs natural language processing to simplify and automate transactions, enabling customers to transfer funds between countries with minimal hassle.
Ualá is a financial technology company that offers a digital banking application aimed at democratizing access to financial services. The platform provides a comprehensive financial ecosystem, allowing users to manage payments, request loans, and invest in various financial products. Ualá's services include a prepaid Mastercard and savings accounts, which enhance financial inclusion by enabling users to make secure purchases and transfer money instantly through a traditional transactional payment network. The company's mission is to empower individuals by offering accessible financial solutions.
NG.CASH is a digital app designed to help Generation Z become financially independent. It allows users to manage their own money with solutions such as PIX (Brazil’s “instant-payment” method), prepaid credit cards, allowance management, and a virtual card. Structured as a financial hub, NG.CASH aims to accompany its clients throughout their lives and increase financial literacy in the region.
Fintoc is an API-based service that enables online businesses to accept instant payments directly from customers' bank accounts. Founded in March 2020 by Cristóbal Griffero and Lukas Zorich, the company is headquartered in Santiago, Chile. Fintoc's interface is designed to facilitate seamless integration with financial institutions, allowing users to receive payments and manage recurring charges from any bank account. The platform also provides tools for consumer payments, personal finance management, Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance, and credit granting, thereby simplifying the connection between banks and their customers.
ADDI
Venture Round in 2024
Addi is a technology company specializing in credit and banking solutions, particularly through its point-of-sale lending application. This platform enables consumers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase in partner retail stores, facilitating interest-free installment payments. By offering a buy now, pay later option, Addi aims to enhance digital commerce and provide borrowers with quick and affordable financing for their shopping needs.
Yuno is a company that provides payment infrastructure technology, allowing businesses to accept a wide range of payment methods and manage fraud through a single integration. Its platform enhances the checkout experience and facilitates the addition of new payment methods with ease. By intelligently routing transactions to the most suitable processors and retrying declined payments, Yuno helps increase revenue for enterprises. Additionally, the company offers a user interface that supports transaction orchestration and reconciliation, enabling businesses to effectively manage all payment methods and fraud providers. Overall, Yuno aims to streamline the payment process and improve customer satisfaction.
Developer of tuition payment platform designed to create a bridge between families and the best schools. The company's platform allows families to pay a lower monthly amount for a longer term, making schools accessible that currently do not fit in their pockets, enabling schools to gain and retain more students.
Slope
Venture Round in 2023
Slope is a financial platform developer that provides a range of payment solutions for businesses. Its platform allows clients to manage various aspects of financial transactions, including loan processing, underwriting, debt collection, and payout management, once goods or services are delivered. By offering options such as credit card acceptance and invoice link generation, Slope enables businesses to facilitate installment payments at checkout. This approach not only helps improve cash flow and financial security for businesses but also reduces administrative burdens and enhances the overall customer experience. The platform is designed for easy integration with existing systems, making it a versatile solution for companies seeking to streamline their financial operations.
Nomad is a fintech company that provides financial services such as a bank account and an investment platform. It develops an application where users can open an account and can use it to travel, buy, save money, and invest in the USA. It also offers remittances and a debit card.
NG.CASH
Seed Round in 2023
NG.CASH is a digital app designed to help Generation Z become financially independent. It allows users to manage their own money with solutions such as PIX (Brazil’s “instant-payment” method), prepaid credit cards, allowance management, and a virtual card. Structured as a financial hub, NG.CASH aims to accompany its clients throughout their lives and increase financial literacy in the region.
Clara is a spending management platform focused on serving companies in Latin America. It offers an end-to-end solution that includes locally-issued corporate cards, bill payment services, financing options, and a software platform that streamlines corporate expense management. The platform is designed to simplify and automate financial processes, allowing businesses to gain real-time insights into spending and manage budgets more effectively. Clara is backed by a diverse group of global and regional investors, aiming to empower companies with greater financial agility and clarity. By enhancing the way company finances are managed, Clara contributes to increasing the economic competitiveness of the region.
NG.CASH
Seed Round in 2022
NG.CASH is a digital app designed to help Generation Z become financially independent. It allows users to manage their own money with solutions such as PIX (Brazil’s “instant-payment” method), prepaid credit cards, allowance management, and a virtual card. Structured as a financial hub, NG.CASH aims to accompany its clients throughout their lives and increase financial literacy in the region.
Modak is a US-based fintech platform designed to empower teens and young adults to achieve their financial potential. The company offers a gamified ecosystem that includes financial literacy resources, a Visa card, and a checking account, all aimed at fostering healthy financial habits. Through its innovative approach, Modak combines elements of gamification with community engagement to make financial education engaging and rewarding. Users can earn cashback and other rewards as they learn to navigate their finances, promoting independence and financial responsibility among young individuals, regardless of their backgrounds.
Nomad is a fintech company that provides financial services such as a bank account and an investment platform. It develops an application where users can open an account and can use it to travel, buy, save money, and invest in the USA. It also offers remittances and a debit card.
Slope is a financial platform developer that provides a range of payment solutions for businesses. Its platform allows clients to manage various aspects of financial transactions, including loan processing, underwriting, debt collection, and payout management, once goods or services are delivered. By offering options such as credit card acceptance and invoice link generation, Slope enables businesses to facilitate installment payments at checkout. This approach not only helps improve cash flow and financial security for businesses but also reduces administrative burdens and enhances the overall customer experience. The platform is designed for easy integration with existing systems, making it a versatile solution for companies seeking to streamline their financial operations.
Yuno is a company that provides payment infrastructure technology, allowing businesses to accept a wide range of payment methods and manage fraud through a single integration. Its platform enhances the checkout experience and facilitates the addition of new payment methods with ease. By intelligently routing transactions to the most suitable processors and retrying declined payments, Yuno helps increase revenue for enterprises. Additionally, the company offers a user interface that supports transaction orchestration and reconciliation, enabling businesses to effectively manage all payment methods and fraud providers. Overall, Yuno aims to streamline the payment process and improve customer satisfaction.
Flash is a company based in São Paulo, Brazil, that specializes in providing flexible benefits solutions. Founded in 2019, it has transformed traditional food vouchers by integrating a MasterCard, a user-friendly application, and a human resources platform into a single device. This innovative approach allows for the consolidation of various employment benefits into one centralized location, offering a socially responsible alternative for employees. By utilizing its proprietary card, Flash enables employees to easily access and manage their entitled benefits, enhancing convenience and flexibility in the workplace.
Addi is a technology company specializing in credit and banking solutions, particularly through its point-of-sale lending application. This platform enables consumers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase in partner retail stores, facilitating interest-free installment payments. By offering a buy now, pay later option, Addi aims to enhance digital commerce and provide borrowers with quick and affordable financing for their shopping needs.
Clara is a spending management platform focused on serving companies in Latin America. It offers an end-to-end solution that includes locally-issued corporate cards, bill payment services, financing options, and a software platform that streamlines corporate expense management. The platform is designed to simplify and automate financial processes, allowing businesses to gain real-time insights into spending and manage budgets more effectively. Clara is backed by a diverse group of global and regional investors, aiming to empower companies with greater financial agility and clarity. By enhancing the way company finances are managed, Clara contributes to increasing the economic competitiveness of the region.
Tino is a Brazilian company based in São Paulo, founded in November 2021 by Pedro Sonego de Oliveira and Luis Eduardo Cascão. It is developing a B2B payment network that enables merchants to leverage their credit card receivables as collateral for accessing working capital. This innovative platform allows retailers to increase their purchasing power without the need to anticipate receivables, facilitating smoother transactions with suppliers. By streamlining the commercial relationship between merchants and suppliers, Tino aims to enhance commercial opportunities while managing default risks effectively. The company's focus on data-driven solutions seeks to optimize B2B buying and selling processes, making it easier for businesses to operate and grow.
Founded in 2018, ZAK operates as a comprehensive management platform tailored for the restaurant industry in Latin America. The company focuses on digitization and financial empowerment, providing a cloud-based solution that integrates various operational aspects, including point-of-sale systems, order management, logistics, and payment processing. ZAK enables restaurants to engage directly with their customers, simplifying operations while minimizing fixed costs. With a presence in hundreds of eateries in São Paulo, ZAK distinguishes itself as the only provider in the food service sector offering a complete management platform alongside financial services, aimed at enhancing the financial success of restaurants in the digital era.
Addi is a technology company specializing in credit and banking solutions, particularly through its point-of-sale lending application. This platform enables consumers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase in partner retail stores, facilitating interest-free installment payments. By offering a buy now, pay later option, Addi aims to enhance digital commerce and provide borrowers with quick and affordable financing for their shopping needs.
Tino is a Brazilian company based in São Paulo, founded in November 2021 by Pedro Sonego de Oliveira and Luis Eduardo Cascão. It is developing a B2B payment network that enables merchants to leverage their credit card receivables as collateral for accessing working capital. This innovative platform allows retailers to increase their purchasing power without the need to anticipate receivables, facilitating smoother transactions with suppliers. By streamlining the commercial relationship between merchants and suppliers, Tino aims to enhance commercial opportunities while managing default risks effectively. The company's focus on data-driven solutions seeks to optimize B2B buying and selling processes, making it easier for businesses to operate and grow.
Ualá is a financial technology company that offers a digital banking application aimed at democratizing access to financial services. The platform provides a comprehensive financial ecosystem, allowing users to manage payments, request loans, and invest in various financial products. Ualá's services include a prepaid Mastercard and savings accounts, which enhance financial inclusion by enabling users to make secure purchases and transfer money instantly through a traditional transactional payment network. The company's mission is to empower individuals by offering accessible financial solutions.
Nomad is a fintech company that provides financial services such as a bank account and an investment platform. It develops an application where users can open an account and can use it to travel, buy, save money, and invest in the USA. It also offers remittances and a debit card.
Flash is a company based in São Paulo, Brazil, that specializes in providing flexible benefits solutions. Founded in 2019, it has transformed traditional food vouchers by integrating a MasterCard, a user-friendly application, and a human resources platform into a single device. This innovative approach allows for the consolidation of various employment benefits into one centralized location, offering a socially responsible alternative for employees. By utilizing its proprietary card, Flash enables employees to easily access and manage their entitled benefits, enhancing convenience and flexibility in the workplace.
Clara is a spending management platform focused on serving companies in Latin America. It offers an end-to-end solution that includes locally-issued corporate cards, bill payment services, financing options, and a software platform that streamlines corporate expense management. The platform is designed to simplify and automate financial processes, allowing businesses to gain real-time insights into spending and manage budgets more effectively. Clara is backed by a diverse group of global and regional investors, aiming to empower companies with greater financial agility and clarity. By enhancing the way company finances are managed, Clara contributes to increasing the economic competitiveness of the region.
Addi is a technology company specializing in credit and banking solutions, particularly through its point-of-sale lending application. This platform enables consumers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase in partner retail stores, facilitating interest-free installment payments. By offering a buy now, pay later option, Addi aims to enhance digital commerce and provide borrowers with quick and affordable financing for their shopping needs.
Fintoc is an API-based service that enables online businesses to accept instant payments directly from customers' bank accounts. Founded in March 2020 by Cristóbal Griffero and Lukas Zorich, the company is headquartered in Santiago, Chile. Fintoc's interface is designed to facilitate seamless integration with financial institutions, allowing users to receive payments and manage recurring charges from any bank account. The platform also provides tools for consumer payments, personal finance management, Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance, and credit granting, thereby simplifying the connection between banks and their customers.
Nomad is a fintech company that provides financial services such as a bank account and an investment platform. It develops an application where users can open an account and can use it to travel, buy, save money, and invest in the USA. It also offers remittances and a debit card.
Oyster Financial
Seed Round in 2020
Oyster Financial, Inc. is a financial technology company that provides an online platform tailored for freelancers, startups, and small to medium enterprises. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in Mexico City and Kathmandu, the company aims to simplify financial management for business owners. Oyster's platform allows users to track income and expenses by project or client, manage budgets, and access real-time transaction updates. It offers a Mastercard debit card, enabling users to conduct online payments and bill payments for numerous service providers. Additionally, the platform facilitates fund transfers without fees and provides tools for invoicing and financial decision-making. By streamlining these processes, Oyster empowers entrepreneurs to focus on growing their businesses.
Meemo is a FinTech company based in San Francisco, California, established in 2019. It offers an AI-powered app designed to facilitate money transfers among friends and family while providing users with personalized rewards based on their spending habits. The application features automatic rewards, tailored shopping deals, and transaction-based notifications to enhance user engagement. Meemo allows users to send 'meemos', which are earmarked money transfers akin to gift cards, ensuring these funds are automatically applied without expiration or loss. Additionally, the app includes functionalities for searching and sorting accounts and transactions, as well as delivering insights through its advanced AI capabilities. Overall, Meemo aims to create a more social and rewarding experience in personal finance management.
Addi is a technology company specializing in credit and banking solutions, particularly through its point-of-sale lending application. This platform enables consumers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase in partner retail stores, facilitating interest-free installment payments. By offering a buy now, pay later option, Addi aims to enhance digital commerce and provide borrowers with quick and affordable financing for their shopping needs.
Ualá is a financial technology company that offers a digital banking application aimed at democratizing access to financial services. The platform provides a comprehensive financial ecosystem, allowing users to manage payments, request loans, and invest in various financial products. Ualá's services include a prepaid Mastercard and savings accounts, which enhance financial inclusion by enabling users to make secure purchases and transfer money instantly through a traditional transactional payment network. The company's mission is to empower individuals by offering accessible financial solutions.
Flash is a company based in São Paulo, Brazil, that specializes in providing flexible benefits solutions. Founded in 2019, it has transformed traditional food vouchers by integrating a MasterCard, a user-friendly application, and a human resources platform into a single device. This innovative approach allows for the consolidation of various employment benefits into one centralized location, offering a socially responsible alternative for employees. By utilizing its proprietary card, Flash enables employees to easily access and manage their entitled benefits, enhancing convenience and flexibility in the workplace.
Addi is a technology company specializing in credit and banking solutions, particularly through its point-of-sale lending application. This platform enables consumers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase in partner retail stores, facilitating interest-free installment payments. By offering a buy now, pay later option, Addi aims to enhance digital commerce and provide borrowers with quick and affordable financing for their shopping needs.
Founded in 2018, ZAK operates as a comprehensive management platform tailored for the restaurant industry in Latin America. The company focuses on digitization and financial empowerment, providing a cloud-based solution that integrates various operational aspects, including point-of-sale systems, order management, logistics, and payment processing. ZAK enables restaurants to engage directly with their customers, simplifying operations while minimizing fixed costs. With a presence in hundreds of eateries in São Paulo, ZAK distinguishes itself as the only provider in the food service sector offering a complete management platform alongside financial services, aimed at enhancing the financial success of restaurants in the digital era.
Ualá is a financial technology company that offers a digital banking application aimed at democratizing access to financial services. The platform provides a comprehensive financial ecosystem, allowing users to manage payments, request loans, and invest in various financial products. Ualá's services include a prepaid Mastercard and savings accounts, which enhance financial inclusion by enabling users to make secure purchases and transfer money instantly through a traditional transactional payment network. The company's mission is to empower individuals by offering accessible financial solutions.
Addi is a technology company specializing in credit and banking solutions, particularly through its point-of-sale lending application. This platform enables consumers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase in partner retail stores, facilitating interest-free installment payments. By offering a buy now, pay later option, Addi aims to enhance digital commerce and provide borrowers with quick and affordable financing for their shopping needs.
Policard Systems e Serviços S/A is a Brazilian company specializing in electronic payment solutions, particularly focusing on food and transportation vouchers, fleet management, and electronic payments processing. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Uberlândia, the company aims to foster social inclusion through its services, which cater to lower-income classes by offering accessible credit and debit card options. Policard has been expanding its operations nationally, establishing a significant presence in the market over the years. The company emphasizes the importance of its employees, recognizing that their contributions are vital to its success. Policard operates as a subsidiary of GROUPE UP and continues to seek innovative and comprehensive solutions to meet the diverse needs of its clientele.