SoftBank

SoftBank Group Corp. is a multinational telecommunications and internet corporation based in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1981, it provides a wide range of services including mobile and fixed-line communications, broadband, and digital television. The company operates through several segments, including the SoftBank Vision Fund, which focuses on investing in technology sectors such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and fintech. Additionally, SoftBank manufactures and distributes mobile devices and offers services in e-commerce, internet advertising, and IT solutions. The firm also engages in renewable energy by generating and supplying electricity. Beyond telecommunications, SoftBank has interests in various sectors, including media, professional sports, and fashion through platforms like ZOZOTOWN. With a global presence, SoftBank actively invests in growth-stage companies, aiming to foster innovation and technological advancement across diverse industries.

Kentaro Matsui

Managing Partner, Asia

Justin Wilson

Partner, Americas

Past deals in Banks

Material Bank

Series D in 2022
Material Bank is the world’s largest architectural and design-focused material resource library. It is the only place for architects, interior designers and design professionals to search materials from leading brands on a single platform and, with the click of a button, receive samples by 10:30 a.m. the next day.

Vivid

Series C in 2022
Vivid Money is a financial platform that helps customers grow their money. The platform offers a unique mobile banking app at their fingertips. Whether it’s payments, transfers, high-interest saving accounts, multi-currency accounts for their travels, spendings reports, split bills — with Vivid, managing all their finances and investing their money is easy, flexible, and 100% transparent. Vivid Money also analyzes transactions to identify a customer's recurring subscriptions, giving them the ability to block future charges if necessary. The users can also send money to other users from the app and generate a link so that the recipient can enter their banking details. There are also cashback features and the company plans to offer the ability to invest and buy shares from the app in the future. Vivid's app users can also create sub-accounts called pockets, each with its own IBAN. Users can invite others to use specific pockets or associate a card with a specific pocket. Additional physical cards or virtual cards can be ordered.

Addi

Series C in 2021
Addi is a technology company that provides credit and banking solutions. Addi is headquartered in Bogota, Colombia.

Mean DAO

Seed Round in 2021
MeanFi provides a service that automates payment and banking workflows and allows for flexible payment schedules.

bKash

Venture Round in 2021
bKash Limited is a mobile money platform based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, that provides financial services primarily aimed at low-income individuals. Founded in 2011, it operates as a subsidiary of BRAC Bank Limited. bKash offers a variety of services, including cash in and cash out, money transfers, grocery shopping, bill payments, and hotel reservations, all accessible via mobile devices. The platform focuses on enhancing financial inclusion by providing convenient, affordable, and reliable services through a network of community-based agents. The company has attracted investment from notable entities, including the International Finance Corporation and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which support its mission to broaden access to financial services for the people of Bangladesh.

Zopa

Venture Round in 2021
Zopa Limited operates an online marketplace lending platform in the United Kingdom, facilitating unsecured loans directly between borrowers and lenders, thereby bypassing traditional banks. Established in 2004 and headquartered in London, Zopa categorizes borrowers into distinct credit grades, allowing lenders to make tailored offers based on these ratings. The platform supports various loan purposes, including car loans, debt consolidation, home improvements, and wedding expenses. Zopa manages essential services such as credit checks, legal documentation, and collections, while also mitigating lender risk through features like monthly direct debit repayments and allowing fractional lending. The company generates revenue by charging borrowers a fixed fee and levying an annual fee on lenders. Zopa has received multiple accolades for its innovative approach and commitment to customer service, positioning itself as a key player in the peer-to-peer lending market.

Chime

Series G in 2021
Chime is a fintech company established in 2013 by Chris Britt and Ryan King, aimed at providing a modern approach to banking that empowers its members to manage their finances effectively. The company offers a suite of services, including a Chime debit card, Spending Account, and Savings Account, all accessible through a user-friendly mobile app available on both iPhone and Android devices. Chime focuses on helping its members avoid bank fees, save money automatically, and enhance their financial well-being. Key features of the platform include fee-free overdrafts, early access to paychecks, and tools designed to improve credit scores, all of which promote greater financial control and flexibility. Chime has gained recognition for its innovative solutions in the personal finance space, positioning itself as a leader in digital banking.

Chime

Series G in 2021
Chime is a fintech company established in 2013 by Chris Britt and Ryan King, aimed at providing a modern approach to banking that empowers its members to manage their finances effectively. The company offers a suite of services, including a Chime debit card, Spending Account, and Savings Account, all accessible through a user-friendly mobile app available on both iPhone and Android devices. Chime focuses on helping its members avoid bank fees, save money automatically, and enhance their financial well-being. Key features of the platform include fee-free overdrafts, early access to paychecks, and tools designed to improve credit scores, all of which promote greater financial control and flexibility. Chime has gained recognition for its innovative solutions in the personal finance space, positioning itself as a leader in digital banking.

Revolut

Series E in 2021
Revolut Limited develops a mobile application that allows users to exchange currencies at interbank rates, send money through social networks, and spend with a multi-currency card. The company, through its subsidiary, provides phone, medical insurance, and travel insurance. Revolut Limited was incorporated in 2013 and is based in London, United Kingdom.

Clearco

Series C in 2021
Clearbanc provides growth capital for web-enabled businesses through its 20-minute term sheet. The company offers fast, affordable growth capital to eCommerce and B2B/SaaS companies. Its investments range from $10K - $10M and its portfolio spans small businesses across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom to some of the fastest-growing consumer brands. Launched in 2015, Clearbanc uses proprietary underwriting technology to offer more capital at quicker speeds and more flexible terms than other financing alternatives.

Klarna

Venture Round in 2021
Klarna Bank AB, founded in 2005 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, specializes in providing payment and shopping solutions for consumers and merchants both online and in-store across several countries, including Sweden, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Norway. The company offers a variety of payment options, such as card payments, direct banking, and innovative solutions like "buy now, pay later," which allows consumers to finance purchases interest-free over installments. Klarna's services extend to merchants, providing technology, credit risk management, and customer administration solutions to enhance their eCommerce capabilities. As a regulated bank, Klarna is recognized for its flexible payment solutions that empower shoppers to choose how and when they pay, thereby improving the overall shopping experience.

Better.com

Secondary Market in 2021
Better Holdco, Inc. is a digital mortgage lending company based in New York that offers a streamlined online platform for residential clients in multiple states across the U.S. Founded in 2016, Better.com focuses on providing a transparent and efficient home-financing experience by eliminating commissions, fees, and traditional branch appointments. The company offers a variety of mortgage options, including fixed and adjustable rates for conventional and jumbo loans, as well as refinancing services. In addition to mortgage lending, Better.com features a digital marketplace that provides competitive quotes from various insurance providers and connects clients with leading real estate agents. Since its inception, Better.com has facilitated $7.9 billion in home loans and $1 billion in insurance, aiming to democratize access to home financing.

One Tap BUY

Venture Round in 2020
One Tap BUY provides my banker, the financial smartphone application. The application allows its users to select the stocks they want to buy and sell, helps them to decide amounts, and buy stocks by spending a lesser amount of money. Stocks can be traded throughout the day and it also allows its users to buy and sell only profits and keep the stocks with them.

Regalii

Series B in 2020
Arcus Financial Intelligence, Inc. operates an API platform designed for banks and financial institutions, focusing on managing consumer bills and financial data. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the company provides real-time bill management and payment services, allowing users to understand their financial obligations, including the number of bills, amounts owed, and due dates. Initially established as a cross-border bill payment provider under the name Regalii, the company shifted its focus in 2016 to enhance bill payment data services in the domestic market, introducing products such as xData and xChange. Arcus has established partnerships with notable fintech mobile payment applications, including Santander and Walmart, enabling accessible payment solutions through its multi-rail payment platform. The company has successfully raised significant funding over the years, attracting investments from prominent venture capital firms and Y Combinator.

Regalii

Series A in 2020
Arcus Financial Intelligence, Inc. operates an API platform designed for banks and financial institutions, focusing on managing consumer bills and financial data. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the company provides real-time bill management and payment services, allowing users to understand their financial obligations, including the number of bills, amounts owed, and due dates. Initially established as a cross-border bill payment provider under the name Regalii, the company shifted its focus in 2016 to enhance bill payment data services in the domestic market, introducing products such as xData and xChange. Arcus has established partnerships with notable fintech mobile payment applications, including Santander and Walmart, enabling accessible payment solutions through its multi-rail payment platform. The company has successfully raised significant funding over the years, attracting investments from prominent venture capital firms and Y Combinator.

Greensill Capital

Venture Round in 2019
Greensill Capital, founded in 2011 and headquartered in London, offers a range of financial services including supply chain finance, structured trade finance, and working capital optimization. The company aims to provide alternative financing solutions for businesses worldwide, unlocking capital to facilitate operations and growth. With a global presence including offices in major cities such as New York, Sydney, Frankfurt, and Miami, Greensill serves millions of customers and suppliers across over 175 countries. By transforming cash advances into bond-like securities, Greensill enables clients to access higher interest returns compared to traditional bank deposits, providing flexible capital solutions tailored to their needs.

Banco Inter

Post in 2019
Banco Inter provides digital banking services in Brazil. It offers checking, personal, corporate, and microenterprise accounts; loans and credit cards; and investment and insurance services. Rubens Menin Teixeira de Souza and Marcos Alberto Cabaleiro Fernandez founded Banco Inter in 1994. It has its headquarters in Belo Horizonte in Brazil.

Greensill Capital

Venture Round in 2019
Greensill Capital, founded in 2011 and headquartered in London, offers a range of financial services including supply chain finance, structured trade finance, and working capital optimization. The company aims to provide alternative financing solutions for businesses worldwide, unlocking capital to facilitate operations and growth. With a global presence including offices in major cities such as New York, Sydney, Frankfurt, and Miami, Greensill serves millions of customers and suppliers across over 175 countries. By transforming cash advances into bond-like securities, Greensill enables clients to access higher interest returns compared to traditional bank deposits, providing flexible capital solutions tailored to their needs.

Kabbage

Debt Financing in 2019
Kabbage, Inc. is a financial technology company that offers automated funding solutions to small businesses through its innovative online lending platform. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Kabbage simplifies the loan application process, allowing businesses to apply for lines of credit up to $250,000 online and receive approvals within minutes. The platform utilizes various business data, including revenue and transaction history, to assess creditworthiness. Kabbage also provides a mobile application for on-the-go access to accounts and funding, as well as the Kabbage Card, which enables businesses to make purchases directly from their credit lines at point-of-sale locations. Since expanding its services to all small businesses in 2014, Kabbage has gained recognition for its rapid growth and innovative approach to providing working capital. The company has raised substantial funding to support its operations and has formed strategic partnerships to enhance its lending capabilities.

OakNorth

Venture Round in 2019
OakNorth Bank is a digital-only commercial bank based in London, United Kingdom, established in 2013. The bank specializes in providing financial products and services tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as individuals. Its offerings include personal and business savings accounts, fixed-term deposits, notice accounts, and property finance solutions. OakNorth focuses on business and property loans ranging from £0.5 million to £50 million, aiming to serve the often-overlooked segment of growth businesses, referred to as the "Missing Middle." The bank employs advanced machine learning and extensive data analysis to create customized loan solutions and expedite the borrowing process, allowing for quicker financing and improved outcomes for clients. Since its inception, OakNorth has attracted significant investment from notable backers, securing over $1 billion to support its operations and growth. The founders, Rishi Khosla and Joel Perlman, initiated OakNorth to address the difficulties they encountered in obtaining debt finance from traditional banks for their prior venture.

One Tap BUY

Corporate Round in 2018
One Tap BUY provides my banker, the financial smartphone application. The application allows its users to select the stocks they want to buy and sell, helps them to decide amounts, and buy stocks by spending a lesser amount of money. Stocks can be traded throughout the day and it also allows its users to buy and sell only profits and keep the stocks with them.

OneConnect

Series A in 2018
OneConnect Financial Technology Co.,LTD (Shanghai) (abbr. OneConnect, formerly known as Ping An Financial Technology Consulting CO., LTD Shenzhen) focuses on providing financial technology solutions for small and medium-sized banks. OneConnect built four service platforms based on Big Data, Blockchain, Financial Cloud, Intelligent Finance and other new technologies. The four platforms—namely Direct Bank Cloud, Financial Cloud for small and micro enterprises, Interbank Asset Transaction and Personal Credit Investigation—aims to offer small- and medium-sized banks one-stop comprehensive financial technology solutions. With these platforms, OneConnect helps small- and medium-sized banks increase revenue, reduce cost and risk, and boost competitiveness, pushing for a smooth transition to the new economic norm.

One Tap BUY

Corporate Round in 2017
One Tap BUY provides my banker, the financial smartphone application. The application allows its users to select the stocks they want to buy and sell, helps them to decide amounts, and buy stocks by spending a lesser amount of money. Stocks can be traded throughout the day and it also allows its users to buy and sell only profits and keep the stocks with them.

Kabbage

Series F in 2017
Kabbage, Inc. is a financial technology company that offers automated funding solutions to small businesses through its innovative online lending platform. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Kabbage simplifies the loan application process, allowing businesses to apply for lines of credit up to $250,000 online and receive approvals within minutes. The platform utilizes various business data, including revenue and transaction history, to assess creditworthiness. Kabbage also provides a mobile application for on-the-go access to accounts and funding, as well as the Kabbage Card, which enables businesses to make purchases directly from their credit lines at point-of-sale locations. Since expanding its services to all small businesses in 2014, Kabbage has gained recognition for its rapid growth and innovative approach to providing working capital. The company has raised substantial funding to support its operations and has formed strategic partnerships to enhance its lending capabilities.

Solaris

Series A in 2017
solarisBank AG develops a banking platform. Its platform enables startups, fintechs, and established digital companies to create custom solutions for their unique financial needs. The company also provides various compliant payment services, including e-money issuing and escrow solutions; support services for account creation and maintenance, and transaction services, as well as deposit and credit business. solarisBank AG is based in Berlin, Germany.

SoFi

Series F in 2017
SoFi is a finance company that offers a range of lending and wealth management services. The company primarily caters to early-stage professionals and offers variable and fixed rate parent, personal, and MBA loans, mortgage refinancing, and more. They create modern financial products and services that help people borrow, save, spend, invest, and protect their money better so that they can achieve financial independence and realize their ambitions from owning a home to saving for retirement, paying off their student loans, and more. It was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

One Tap BUY

Venture Round in 2017
One Tap BUY provides my banker, the financial smartphone application. The application allows its users to select the stocks they want to buy and sell, helps them to decide amounts, and buy stocks by spending a lesser amount of money. Stocks can be traded throughout the day and it also allows its users to buy and sell only profits and keep the stocks with them.

One Tap BUY

Venture Round in 2016
One Tap BUY provides my banker, the financial smartphone application. The application allows its users to select the stocks they want to buy and sell, helps them to decide amounts, and buy stocks by spending a lesser amount of money. Stocks can be traded throughout the day and it also allows its users to buy and sell only profits and keep the stocks with them.

SoFi

Series E in 2015
SoFi is a finance company that offers a range of lending and wealth management services. The company primarily caters to early-stage professionals and offers variable and fixed rate parent, personal, and MBA loans, mortgage refinancing, and more. They create modern financial products and services that help people borrow, save, spend, invest, and protect their money better so that they can achieve financial independence and realize their ambitions from owning a home to saving for retirement, paying off their student loans, and more. It was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Finaplex, Inc.

Series C in 2005
Finaplex makes software for banks and brokerage firms that help manage the assets and investments of wealthy individuals.

Finaplex, Inc.

Series C in 2004
Finaplex makes software for banks and brokerage firms that help manage the assets and investments of wealthy individuals.

Finaplex, Inc.

Series B in 2004
Finaplex makes software for banks and brokerage firms that help manage the assets and investments of wealthy individuals.

Finaplex, Inc.

Series A in 2000
Finaplex makes software for banks and brokerage firms that help manage the assets and investments of wealthy individuals.

Escrow.com

Series C in 2000
Escrow.com, founded in 1999 and based in Rancho Santa Margarita, California, provides online escrow services designed to enhance e-commerce by ensuring secure transactions. The company facilitates a variety of transactions, including those related to domain names, vehicles, electronics, merchandise, and more. By acting as a licensed and certified third party, Escrow.com protects both buyers and sellers from fraud. The platform ensures that buyers can inspect their purchases before funds are released, while sellers receive payment only after the buyer has accepted the merchandise. As a leader in online escrow services, Escrow.com has established itself as a trusted provider for secure transaction management on the Internet.

CompuBank

Series A in 2000
CompuBank brings together a wide range of banking and financial services for consumers and businesses.