Lynx raises £15m Series A funding to fight fraud and financial crime

  • Funding News: Fintech firm Lynx secures £15 million in Series A funding.
  • Investors: Funding round led by Forgepoint Capital, with participation from Banco Santander.
  • Technology Focus: Lynx, founded by Carlos Santa Cruz, uses AI and machine learning to detect and prevent financial crime and fraud.
  • Clientele: Lynx serves financial institutions globally, including Banco Santander and Cielo in Brazil.
  • Scale of Operations: Lynx’s solution processes 58 billion transactions, protecting 300 million bank customers annually.
  • Expansion Plans: The funding will support Lynx’s global expansion efforts and enhance its fraud and AML platform for improved risk visibility and operational efficiency.
  • Leadership Change: Dan Dica appointed as the new CEO, bringing over two decades of experience in fraud prevention, AML, and digital identity sectors.
Laura M
Laura M
Laura is a financial reporter, editor, and researcher with a particular interest in fintech innovation, capital markets, and the evolving global banking landscape.

You May Also Like

Visa and TikTok Launch Creator Card, Enhancing Monetization for Influencers

New financial tool aims to streamline earnings for content creators.Highlights: Visa and TikTok have launched the new Creator...

Nium and Coinbase Strengthen Global Stablecoin Settlement Partnership

The collaboration aims to enhance cross-border payments using stablecoins.Highlights: Nium partners with Coinbase to optimize stablecoin settlements.The collaboration...

FCA Announces Second Cohort for AI Live Testing Initiative

New phase aims to improve integration of AI in financial services.Highlights: FCA launches second cohort for AI live...

Cab Payments Strengthens Case Against Helios Blocking Takeover Bid

Cab Payments contests Helios Investment's actions regarding merger talks.Highlights: Cab Payments accuses Helios of blocking a crucial takeover...