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Clerq has secured $21M in a Series A funding round led by 645 Ventures. The company aims to invest in product capabilities and expand into new industry verticals.
PRIVATEAug 11, 2026•about 3 hours ago
Amount Raised
$21 Million
Round Type
Series A
New YorkInformation TechnologyInvestors
Yossi LeviFriedkinDash FundCommerce VenturesFika VenturesFirst Mark Capital645 Ventures
Description
Clerq, a New York-based financial technology company, has raised $21M in funding, including a $12M Series A round. This funding round was led by 645 Ventures, with participation from FirstMark Capital and others. The capital will be used to enhance product capabilities and expand into additional high-ticket industries. Clerq specializes in modernizing payments for large transactions.
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