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FinTech Funding Surge: Over $1 Billion Raised This Week – Discover the Latest Deals!
In 2025, the FinTech sector began strongly, raising $1.2 billion across 30 deals within three weeks, with weekly totals exceeding $1 billion. Notable funding included Deel’s $300 million for its payroll platform and Openly’s $193 million for home insurance. The majority of investments targeted US-based firms, with Germany and the UK also participating. India emerged as Asia’s leading FinTech hub, despite a decline in deals. Key trends included a focus on infrastructure and enterprise software, while AI and generative AI were highlighted as disruptive technologies in asset management. The sector’s growth continues to attract significant investor interest.
KUN Secures Multi-Million Dollar Funding Round to Accelerate Global Expansion in Digital Payments
KUN, a digital payment service provider, has secured significant investment in a multi-million dollar seed funding round led by BAI Capital, with support from GSR Ventures and Hash Global. The funding will enhance KUN’s compliance and risk management while expanding its global operations. The company is at the forefront of Web2 and Web3 digital payment services, focusing on cross-border solutions for businesses and high-net-worth individuals across regions like Hong Kong, Singapore, and the EU. KUN aims to reduce costs and streamline payments, leveraging stablecoins and blockchain technology to improve global capital flow efficiency.
HKMA Launches Competition to Boost Sustainable Investing and Climate Risk Analytics in Finance
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has launched the 2025 Green FinTech Competition to boost innovation in finance and sustainability, enhancing Hong Kong’s status as a green financial technology hub. In partnership with various institutions, the competition targets five themes: sustainable supply chains, climate risk modeling, carbon market technology, sustainable investment strategies, and green banking. Companies worldwide can submit proposals by June 6, 2025. A panel will evaluate entries based on innovation, impact, and commercial potential, with winners showcased at the 2025 Green FinTech Symposium on September 12, 2025, promoting networking and funding opportunities.
Semgrep Secures $100M Series D Funding to Revolutionize AI-Powered Code Security
Semgrep, an application security platform, has raised $100 million in its Series D funding round, led by Menlo Ventures, bringing its total funding to $204 million. The capital will enhance code security, attract AI talent, and expand product offerings. Semgrep aims to improve developer productivity while shifting security perception positively. Key leadership appointments include Garrett Souza as VP of Sales and Mark McLaughlin as an Angel Investor and Advisor. Industry experts highlight Semgrep’s innovative approach to autonomous code security as a future trend. This funding follows a successful Series C raise in April 2023, underscoring its growth trajectory.
Jscrambler Secures $5.2M Funding to Enhance Client-Side Security Innovations
Jscrambler, a leader in client-side protection, has secured a $5.2 million investment from Iberis Capital, reflecting strong investor confidence in its security solutions amid rising cyber threats. The funds will enhance Jscrambler’s application security capabilities, focusing on real-time monitoring of JavaScript and protection against digital skimming, while aiding companies in achieving PCI DSS v4 compliance before the March 31, 2025 deadline. Despite the urgency highlighted in a recent report, only 36% of businesses have adopted necessary protections. Jscrambler aims to meet the growing demand for robust digital security, supported by its experienced leadership and previous funding rounds.
Resilience Unveils Comprehensive Tech E&O Coverage for UK and European Markets
Resilience has launched a new Technology Errors and Omissions (Tech E&O) coverage across the UK and Europe, in partnership with Accredited Insurances, to address rising cyber risks for businesses, particularly large enterprises. A survey revealed that 72% of IT leaders view business interruptions as their top concern. The Tech E&O coverage offers liability protection for technology-related companies, with limits up to £10 million for firms with revenues above £50 million. Resilience is also expanding capacity for clients exceeding £10 billion in revenue, recognizing the importance of vendor risk in the current cyber threat landscape.