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Affiniti Secures $17M Series A Funding to Enhance Fintech Solutions for Small Businesses
Affiniti, a New York-based fintech startup, has raised $17 million in a Series A funding round led by Signal Fire, following a $11 million seed round just six months prior. The funding attracted notable investors, including Contrarian Thinking Capital and Yahya Mokhtarzada. Affiniti specializes in expense management software for small businesses, offering features like customizable cashback credit cards and QuickBooks integration. Co-founders Aaron Bai and Sahil Phadnis, both UC Berkeley students, aim to enhance their services with new capital and tap into a growing market, having already served 1,800 customers and processing $20 million monthly in transactions.
InsuranceDekho Raises $70M in Funding as Beams Fintech Fund Boosts Investment Commitment
Beams Fintech Fund has announced a $70 million funding round for its portfolio company, InsuranceDekho, co-led by Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group and BNP Paribas Cardif. Founded in 2017, InsuranceDekho is revolutionizing insurance distribution in India with AI-driven technology, serving over 10.2 million customers and offering more than 720 insurance products. The firm has partnered with 220,000 distributors and 49 insurance providers, issuing 21 new policies every minute. Beams Fintech Fund’s founder, Sagar Agarvwal, expressed confidence in InsuranceDekho’s growth, while CEO Ankit Agrawal highlighted the funding’s potential to enhance their technology and expand their reach in the market.
Zolve Raises $251 Million in Funding, Achieving $800 Million Valuation: A Game-Changer in Fintech
Texas-based neobank Zolve has raised $251 million in its largest funding round to date, increasing its valuation to approximately $800 million. Led by Creaegis, an Indian private equity firm, the round also included participation from HSBC, SBI Investment, and others. Zolve aims to provide financial services to newcomers in the U.S. who face credit challenges, allowing them access to banking from day one. Since its launch in 2021, Zolve has served over 750,000 customers and plans to expand into Canada, the UK, and Australia while diversifying its offerings to include auto, personal, and education loans.
Ripple’s $1.25 Billion Acquisition of Hidden Road: A Game-Changing Move in Fintech
Ripple has acquired Hidden Road for $1.25 billion, marking a significant milestone in the digital assets sector as it becomes the first cryptocurrency firm to establish a global, multi-asset prime broker. Hidden Road, serving over 300 institutional clients, offers a range of services, including clearing and financing, with an annual clearing volume of $3 trillion. Ripple’s CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, highlighted the acquisition’s potential to bridge traditional and decentralized finance, enhancing infrastructure for institutional digital asset adoption. Hidden Road plans to utilize Ripple’s XRP Ledger and its USD-backed stablecoin, RLUSD, to streamline operations and expand its offerings.
Revolutionizing Finance: Leveraging AI for Superior UBO Detection and Compliance
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming risk management in the financial sector by enhancing compliance efficiency and streamlining processes. A Moody’s report highlights AI technologies like machine learning and deep learning as essential for improving decision-making speed, accuracy, and data accessibility. AI excels in Know Your Customer (KYC) processes through intelligent screening, continuous risk monitoring, and advanced data analysis. It also aids in Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) discovery by analyzing complex data and improving transparency. Furthermore, AI-driven Social Network Analysis helps visualize ownership structures and trace financial flows. Collaboration between public and private sectors is crucial for ethical AI implementation and addressing biases.