August saw Level39 members secure major funding, announce strategic partnerships, share industry expertise and expand their businesses across FinTech, AI, cybersecurity and professional services. From acquisitions and fundraising successes to thought leadership and product innovation, members continued to demonstrate the strength and diversity of the Level39 ecosystem.
Recognition, Funding and Strategic Growth
Several members celebrated significant milestones throughout August, reflecting continued momentum across the community.
Mindgard announced a $30 million Series A funding round, accelerating its mission to strengthen AI security by transforming attacker behavioural intelligence into effective AI defence systems. The company also welcomed Julie Peterson and Dennis Cassidy to its go-to-market team as it continues to scale internationally.
eToro enjoyed a standout month, being named a finalist for Marketing Campaign of the Year at the Financial Promoter Awards. The company also announced an agreement to acquire TradeZero, strengthening its position in the retail investment market, while launching a strategic partnership with Papaya Global to help employees invest and grow their wealth directly from their payroll.
FinregE expanded its international footprint through a strategic collaboration with Deloitte Germany, while also launching a new five-pillar strategy designed to address Solvency UK reporting risks and support firms navigating an evolving regulatory landscape.
Blackbox Hosting achieved a significant compliance milestone by successfully passing its Stage 2 ISO 27017 audit with BSI, reinforcing its commitment to cloud security and operational excellence.
Product Innovation and Business Development
Innovation remained a key focus throughout the month as members introduced new initiatives, platforms and services.
dtcpay launched its latest Scan & Pay promotion, continuing to enhance digital payment experiences and drive adoption of its payment infrastructure.
Auditor Alpha opened an exclusive pre-launch trial programme for CFOs and B2B SaaS founders using Xero and HubSpot, providing early access to its AI-powered financial auditing and revenue assurance platform.
VeriPark announced a new partnership with Queensland Country Bank, supporting the bank’s digital transformation journey through the deployment of several customer engagement and banking solutions.
Thaver published a Commercial Readiness Review for Series B founders, offering insights into how acquiring companies assess businesses during potential acquisition processes and helping founders prepare for future growth opportunities.
Thought Leadership, Media and Industry Insights
Members continued to share expertise and contribute to important conversations across technology, regulation, finance and entrepreneurship.
D2 Legal Technology maintained a strong industry presence throughout August. CEO Akber Datoo and Head of Digital Assets Jason de Mink co-authored an article exploring the three principal approaches to regulating cryptoassets, while Akber was also featured on the Legal Innovation Spotlight podcast discussing developments across the legal technology landscape.
Applied Blockchain released two new episodes of its Applied Edge podcast. CEO Adi Ben-Ari interviewed Eduardo Alvarez, Partner of Strategy and Chief Data & AI Officer at Santander, and later hosted Michael Muthukrishna for a discussion on the first principles of artificial intelligence and its future impact.
Proxera Founder Shannice contributed an article to Financial Times Adviser, sharing insights on developments within the wealth management sector.
Nevis remained active in the AI conversation, with Product Designer Alex Murashko speaking with ICONIQ about the future of product design in the AI era. Co-founder Mark Swan also shared his entrepreneurial journey and discussed why wealth management is emerging as a key opportunity for AI innovation.
CyPro Partner Jonny Pelter featured on Channel 5 News, bringing cybersecurity expertise to a national audience.
Startup Voyager founder Peter Banarjea announced his participation in the upcoming SeedLegals Founder Series, where he will share practical guidance on how early-stage startups can approach marketing effectively.
Vynex Tech CEO Uday BS published an article examining common reasons letters of credit are rejected, providing valuable insights for businesses operating in international trade.
Collaboration, Education and Community Impact
Members also continued to strengthen connections with academia and the wider innovation ecosystem.
Utilidex collaborated with students from UCL School of Management on three projects exploring the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the energy sector, helping bridge the gap between academic research and industry innovation.
These achievements highlight the continued innovation, resilience and ambition driving the Level39 community forward. From securing investment and launching new partnerships to sharing expertise and developing cutting-edge technologies, our members continue to make an impact across industries and markets worldwide.
