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PayZen closes funding to bolster underwriting capabilities of its AI

PayZen, which is on a mission to help patients pay for hospital care in a more manageable way, has secured $15m in its Series A as it gears up its AI development.

Plentina sets sights on Vietnam for BNPL scheme after fundraise

Philippines-based buy now, pay later solution Plentina has reportedly received $2.2m in fresh funding, as it sets its sights on international expansion.

Investree secures debt financing to fill financing gap in Indonesia

Indonesia-based Investree, which is aimed at supply chain finance, has received $10.5m in debt financing.

Drip Capital to bolster presence in South Asia and LatAm with $175m capital injection

Drip Capital, a digital cross-border trade finance platform for small and medium sized businesses, has collected $175m in fresh funding.

Avanti Finance secures Series A2 to fix financial inclusion in India

India-based Avanti Finance, a non-banking financial company aimed at improving financial inclusion, has raised $15m in Series A2 funding.

Billie hits $640m valuation after fresh funding

Buy now, pay later platform Billie has increased its valuation to $640m after the close of its Series C round on $100m.

Fraction secures $20m Series A as it eyes US expansion

Fraction, helps homeowners get access to their home equity, has raised $20m in its Series A round

Niro secures funds to transform consumer lending in India

Niro, which help embed personal credit products into consumer facing platforms, has reportedly collected $3.5m in seed funding.

Fronted said to close £1m in its funding round

Fronted, which enables renters to pay their rental deposit in monthly chunks rather than one lump sum, has reportedly bagged £1m in funding.

Rupifi said to raise $1m in debt and equity

Buy now, pay later platform Rupifi has reportedly collected $1m in a funding round comprised of debt and equity.

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