LemFi: Bridging the Gap for Global Migrants with $53M in Series B Funding
LemFi, a fintech empowering migrants, secures $53M in Series B funding to expand global reach and revolutionize international money transfers.
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LemFi: Bridging the Gap for Global Migrants with $53M in Series B Funding
The world is increasingly interconnected, with millions of people migrating for work, education, and better opportunities. These individuals often rely on remittances – the transfer of money from migrants to their families back home – as a crucial lifeline. While traditional banks and money transfer agents dominate the market, a new wave of fintech companies is emerging to offer more efficient, affordable, and user-friendly solutions. One such company is LemFi, a London-based financial services platform specifically designed for immigrants. With a recent $53 million Series B funding round, LemFi is poised to further expand its reach and revolutionize the way migrants send money home. The Remittance Landscape: A Vital Lifeline Remittances play a vital role in the global economy, particularly for developing countries. In 2023, global remittance flows surpassed $669 billion, according to World Bank research, representing a significant portion of GDP in many emerging markets. For some countr…
