2 years ago
Due Raises $3.3 Million to Bring Blockchain Payments to Global Remittances
Due, a London-based payments startup founded by an alum of Revolut and Bolt, has secured $3.3 million (£2.7 million) in funding
The startup aims to bring stablecoins and blockchain technology to the global remittance space, providing underserved and emerging markets with quick access to liquidity
The funding round was led by Semantic and Fabric Ventures, with participation from BlockTower VC, Speedinvest, Polymorphic Capital, and Discovery Ventures
Due is built on Ethereum and is set to launch this month, focusing on connecting the US, Europe, UK, and Sub-Saharan Africa, with further expansions planned for Latin America and Asia-Pacific next year.
ProblemFinancial Services
"Transferring money internationally is expensive, slow, and difficult, especially for emerging markets."
Solution
"Due offers a blockchain-based platform that streamlines international payments, making them faster, cheaper, and more accessible, particularly for underserved and emerging markets."