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Kenyan fintech Cloud9 raises $500,000 from Alliance in pre-seed round. The digital banking platform plans to expand cross-border payments and launch virtual cards.
Amount Raised
$500,000
Round Type
Seed
KenyaFinancial ServicesFinanceFintechLendingBankingInvestors
Description
Cloud9, a Kenyan fintech startup, has received $500,000 from Alliance, a New York-based accelerator, as part of its ongoing pre-seed round. The funding brings the company's total disclosed funding to $1 million, with previous investments from Techstars and undisclosed angel investors. Cloud9 plans to use the capital to expand into cross-border payment corridors, improve user experience, launch virtual and physical cards, and acquire more customers. Founded in late 2025, the digital banking platform serves informal businesses and retailers across Africa with integrated banking, payments, and business tools.
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