Napier AI has announced a new investment from Marlin Equity Partners, a global investment firm with over $9bn in capital commitments.
This partnership is poised to accelerate Napier AI’s market presence through intensified research and development efforts and support its global go-to-market strategy.
Since its inception in 2015 in London, Napier AI has been at the forefront of integrating advanced data science with compliance-first AI technology. The company’s Continuum platform is trusted by over 100 global institutions, including notable names like HSBC, State Street, and Starling Bank, to combat sophisticated financial crime threats efficiently.
This funding aims to further Napier AI’s development of cutting-edge AI technologies, enhancing its capabilities in detecting financial crimes across various regions. The investment underscores the growing demand for effective AI solutions in tackling anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing.
Additional plans include the expansion of customer-centric tech hubs, which will cater to regional needs and help maintain high standards of regulatory compliance. The investment from Marlin marks a significant milestone in Napier AI’s journey towards becoming a leader in the global anti-financial crime market.
Marlin Equity Partners’ managing director, Mike Wilkinson, praised Napier AI’s strategic innovation and commitment to customer service. He highlighted the platform’s critical role in a complex regulatory landscape and its potential for sustained growth. “The Napier AI team impressed us with their strategic and innovative product offering, and dedicated customer focus. As the regulatory landscape becomes more complex, this mission-critical compliance-first AI platform is well-positioned to deliver continued growth in the global anti-financial crime market,” Wilkinson said.
Greg Watson, CEO of Napier AI, also commented on the investment’s timing and importance. “We believe our AI-enabled products and passionate employees allow us to deliver exceptional value to customers and partners,” said Watson. “In an era of ever-evolving financial crime threats, having a modern solution leveraging AI and automation is paramount to maintaining regulatory compliance and protecting the financial services industry from bad actors.
“We’re delighted to have found the right partner at such a pivotal moment in our journey to help us continue our momentum and grow the Napier AI brand globally. Marlin has an incredible heritage in helping businesses like ours to scale and innovate, and we are confident both our customers and our teams will see immediate benefits from Marlin’s investment.”
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