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Vega exits stealth with over $8 million in funding to reshape wealth management
- Former Elliott, KKR, Blackstone and Revolut executives team up to bridge the gap between the institutional and private wealth management worlds
- The fintech company is building technology that enables the next generation of high-net-worth individuals and their advisors to manage their wealth like top institutional investors
- The company is backed by Motive Ventures (lead), Picus Capital, Citi Ventures, No Label Ventures, GFC and 60+ senior financial services and fintech executives
LONDON, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Vega, a UK-based wealthtech platform set up by a team of former executives from leading hedge funds, private equity firms, and fintech scale-ups, has launched with over $8 million in equity investment from leading venture capital firms and angel investors.
“As a new generation of high-net-worth individuals emerges, we are building the financial products and technological infrastructure the wealth management industry needs to serve them,” says Alexis Augier, founder and CEO of Vega. “Our goal is to provide a unified wealth management platform that transforms the experience for end-users while equipping advisors with institutional-grade solutions.”
With Vega, users can invest across the asset allocation spectrum and build diversified portfolios covering both private asset classes such as private equity, venture capital, private credit, and real assets as well as public equities, fixed income, and commodities. Unlike legacy platforms focused on single-fund access, Vega leverages technology to construct diversified portfolios that combine multiple leading alternative asset managers — enabling users to invest in private markets in an optimal way while complementing their exposure with public asset classes, all on a single platform.
Beyond investment products, Vega is also building a wide range of liquidity and financial planning solutions. These will help wealth advisors and their clients unlock liquidity from — and optimise the management of — complex financial assets.
Vega’s founding team consists of financial experts from notable investment firms like Elliott, Blackstone, KKR, and Goldman Sachs, along with product and engineering specialists from successful fintech scale-ups like Revolut and Trade Republic.
“Vega was born out of a personal frustration with the gap in sophistication between what we were witnessing working as institutional investors and the fragmented, mass-market private wealth solutions available to us personally,” says Alfonso Bauzá de Mirabó, co-founder and COO of Vega. “We assembled a team of people who not only share this experience but are also passionate about tackling this disparity and redefining wealth management. Vega’s unique approach is powered by our team’s complementary skills across investing and technology.”
Vega is backed by Motive Ventures, Picus Capital, Citi Ventures, No Label Ventures, and over 60 angel investors. These include senior partners from leading investment firms such as KKR, Blackstone, and Permira along with fintech executives with leadership experience at firms such as N26, Trade Republic, and Klarna.
“The world’s top institutions grow their capital by investing in high-quality products, financing those investments efficiently, and planning for the long-term. After years of siloed innovation, we believe the private wealth space is entering a ‘rebundling’ phase, and Vega is well positioned to bring these successful wealth-creation methods to a broader audience via their technology platform,” says Ramin Niroumand, Head of Motive Ventures.
“Having backed Vega since inception, we are impressed by what the team has built to open up previously inaccessible product categories to individual investors. By combining financial expertise with technology, Vega is truly levelling the playing field in wealth management” says Robin Godenrath, Managing Director and Founding Partner at Picus Capital.
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Vega Investment Technologies, Ltd. (FRN: 991736) is an Appointed Representative of Khepri Advisers Limited (FRN: 692447) which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
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LONDON, Sept. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — VeriPark, a global solution provider with focus on the Financial Services Industry, has won the “Omni-Engagement Transformation” award in IDC’s Real Results program for the successful Dynamics 365 + VeriTouch CRM implementation First Abu Dhabi Bank.
This project also earned VeriPark the Overall Winner title, achieving the highest score across all categories. This award recognizes technology companies that provide solutions resulting in measurable benefits for financial institutions.
Additionally, VeriPark has been named to the 2024 IDC FinTech Rankings Top 100. The elite list features technology companies from around the globe that are focused on providing solutions to the financial services and FinTech industries. To view the list in its entirety, please visit https://www.idc.com/research/industry/fintech-rankings.
To thrive in a digital economy, financial services organizations must embrace innovative and integrate innovative technology effectively to enhance the customer experience and achieve operational excellence. VeriPark is committed to helping financial services companies successfully execute their digital transformation initiatives for the betterment of their customers around the world.
“These awards are a testament to our team’s dedication to delivering innovative, customer-centric solutions that produce real, measurable outcomes for our clients.” said Ozkan Erener, CEO of VeriPark. “We look forward to continuing our work to help financial institutions achieve operational excellence and enhanced customer experiences.”
“Teamwork is the cornerstone of progress, and our team has proven this through their exceptional work in implementing the advanced cloud-based CRM system along with Microsoft & VeriPark. Their dedication, synergy, and partnership have enabled us to revolutionize how we serve our customers and drive our bank’s growth,” said Suhail Bin Tarraf, Group Chief Operations Officer, First Abu Dhabi Bank.
VeriPark is a global solutions provider enabling financial institutions to become digital leaders by placing Customer Experience at the core of digital transformation. With an exclusive focus on FSI, VeriPark’s Intelligent Customer Experience suite delivers world-class customer journeys on digital and assisted channels.
With its main offices located in the United Kingdom, Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East, VeriPark helps financial institutions to enhance customer acquisition, retention and cross-sell capabilities. Their proven, secure, and scalable solutions cover Customer Engagement, Omni-Channel Delivery, Branch Automation, and Loan Origination. VeriPark collaborates closely with clients, crafting innovative technology strategies and solutions that impact millions of people daily, bringing the promise of digital transformation to life.
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Kleo Teams Up with Londis to Enhance Convenience Store Operations with Advanced EPOS and MPOS Solutions
LONDON, Sept. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Kleo, a prominent provider of EPOS systems and self-ordering kiosks, is excited to announce a new partnership with Londis, one of the UK’s most recognised convenience store chains. This collaboration marks a significant step in modernising Londis’s store operations and enhancing the customer experience through advanced technology.
Londis stores will now benefit from Kleo’s sophisticated EPOS systems and versatile MPOS solutions. These technologies are designed to streamline operations, cut down queuing times, boost staff efficiency, and provide a more seamless shopping experience. With integrated payment systems and flexible designs, Londis will be well-positioned to meet the evolving expectations of today’s consumers.
Joe Robson, Co-Founder of Kleo, said, “We’re thrilled to partner with Londis and see the positive impact our systems are having in their stores. Our goal has always been to equip retailers with effective tools for smoother operations, and it’s rewarding to see our technology making a real difference.”
Thanvi Poonja, Co-Founder of Kleo, added, “This partnership demonstrates how modern technology can support traditional retail. We’re committed to continuously enhancing our solutions to help retailers like Londis deliver exceptional service.”
As Kleo continues to grow, the company remains dedicated to providing practical, reliable, and user-friendly EPOS and MPOS solutions that help retailers stay competitive and meet their customers’ needs. For more information, please visit www.kleocloud.com or contact us at [email protected].
About Kleo
Kleo is a leading provider of EPOS and MPOS systems, offering integrated software and payment solutions designed to optimise business operations and improve customer experiences. Trusted by brands such as Londis, Kleo’s systems are built to meet the needs of a diverse range of businesses. With a focus on reliability and innovation, Kleo helps organisations remain competitive in today’s fast-paced retail environment.
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LIBSON, Portugal, Sept. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — In a strategic move following a recent tour of the Asia-Pacific region, the Luohu District in Shenzhen, located in South China’s Guangdong Province, has dispatched a new delegation to Spain and Portugal, with a focus on exploring economic and trade opportunities in the European market.
The China (Shenzhen•Luohu) – Portugal (Lisbon) Economic and Trade Cooperation and Exchange Conference, held in Lisbon on Thursday, saw a strong turnout from more than 30 prominent Portuguese companies and institutions, including the Oveiras Valley Investment Agency (OVIA) and Timing Group.
These entities showcased a keen interest in collaborating with Luohu, particularly in sectors such as healthcare, finance, media, business services, and cultural tourism. The event marked a significant leap toward fostering mutually beneficial partnerships between Luohu and key players in the Portuguese business landscape.
As Luohu’s industries thrive, the district is amplifying its global presence through foreign investment promotion, bolstering trade and investment activities. Luohu, situated in the heart of Shenzhen, a rapidly growing innovation city that has achieved economic success over the past four decades, boasts the pillars of finance, commerce, and business services. The district also excels in sectors such as cultural creativity, gold, and jewelry.
With the service industry dominating Luohu’s GDP at 94 percent, the district hosts over 100 licensed financial institutions, including major firms like PwC, EY, and Deloitte. Driven by strong incentive policies, the health industry is rapidly expanding in Luohu. The district excels in medical aesthetics, cutting-edge medical devices, life sciences, and health management, showcasing unwavering progress.
It has also given priority to the development of precision medicine, high-end health preservation, innovative drugs, high-end medical devices, and other specialized fields. The district’s rich clinical application scenarios also provide a good foundation for the research, development, and transformation of innovative drugs and medical devices. In 2023, Luohu witnessed the establishment of 32 innovative platforms in the medical and health domain, including the Shenzhen-Europe Innovation Medicine and Health Research Center.
Jointly developed by the district government and the Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology of Chinese Academy of Sciences, one of the top research institutes in China, the center has recruited a pool of international talents.
Besides innovation, Luohu stipulated incentive policies to boost the medical cosmetology field. At the end of 2023, the district took the lead in the city by issuing 10 measures for the sector. Of the measures, the district decided to build a hub for medical aesthetics consumption, support the medical aesthetics product trade and service and regulate the service quality of the sector both online and offline.
During the delegation’s visit to Spain and Portugal, the district government pledged to enhance services and the business environment to attract companies and investors from both domestic and international markets.
The delegation also engaged with industry leaders such as the Global Media Group, Joinko Group, and EFG International in Lisbon, showcasing Luohu’s commitment to strengthening ties and fostering collaboration on a global scale.
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