Primer raises $100M Series C to enhance AI capabilities in payments and expand in the US, led by Sofina.
Amount Raised
$100 Million
Round Type
Series C
Greater LondonFinancial ServicesArtificial IntelligencePaymentsFintechBlockchainInvestors
Description
Primer has secured $100 million in a Series C funding round to develop its AI-enabled operating layer for global payments. The round was led by Sofina with participation from Peak XV Partners and continued support from existing investors. This funding aims to streamline payment systems and enhance decision-making through AI. The company processes billions of transactions annually for major brands, providing comprehensive insights into payment flows.
Quick answer
Primer raised $100 Million in a Series C round, dated May 20, 2026. Investors: Balderton Capital, Peak XV Partners, Accel, Iconiq, Tencent, Speedinvest and Sofina. Primer is based in Greater London, England, United Kingdom.
- How much did Primer raise?
- Primer raised $100 Million in a Series C round on May 20, 2026.
- Who invested in Primer?
- Balderton Capital, Peak XV Partners, Accel, Iconiq, Tencent, Speedinvest and Sofina are named as investors in this round.
- What does Primer do?
- Primer is a London-based unified payments infrastructure provider that enables merchants to orchestrate processors, fraud tools, and payout rails through a single integration.
- Where is Primer based and how big is it?
- Primer is based in Greater London, England, United Kingdom. Fundz records about 51 employees.
- Who are the decision-makers at Primer?
- Fundz holds 1 contact at Primer. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.
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