E-Money Markets Secures £700K to Modernize SME FX and Payments
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London-based FinTech E-Money Markets has raised £700K in pre-seed funding to enhance SME access to FX and international payment solutions. The funding round, led by CH-1 Investment Group and angel investors, will support the development of its technology infrastructure and product expansion.
The company aims to bridge the gap between traditional FX brokerage and modern FinTech by integrating plug-and-play FX and payment APIs. Founded in 2022 by Harry Geller (ex-CurrencyCloud), Myles Birkett, and Vincent McCarthy, E-Money Markets provides a white-label FX and payments platform, designed to help brokers and financial institutions serve SMEs with advanced financial tools.
With this investment, the company plans to:
✅ Expand its FX and payments product range
✅ Secure regulatory licenses for broader adoption
✅ Onboard strategic partners in the FX brokerage industry
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