Surfin Meta Digital Technologies, a Singapore-based fintech firm, has successfully completed a $265m funding round, with significant contributions from Woori Venture Partners, Washington University in St. Louis, and Phillip Private Equity. This latest round, announced on 23 April 2025, follows an initial $125m investment led by Insignia Ventures Partners in October 2024. The funds will bolster Surfin Meta’s mission to enhance financial inclusion for the unbanked and underbanked in emerging markets.
The company plans to utilise the new capital to expand its market reach and enhance its research and development efforts, aiming to create a comprehensive suite of intelligent financial products. Surfin Meta’s CEO and Founder, Yanan Wu, expressed enthusiasm about the strong investor interest, stating, “We are very excited to work with Insignia, Woori, Washington University in St. Louis, and Phillips and believe they will provide us with additional guidance and resources with which to take on this challenge.”
Alan Ang, Director of Woori Venture Partners, highlighted Surfin Meta’s progress, noting its ecosystem of technology-powered financial services across countries like Indonesia, the Philippines, India, and Mexico. Grace Tang, CEO of Phillip Private Equity, praised the company’s sustainable business model and commitment to financial inclusion.
The funding round was advised by Haitong International Securities Singapore, whose CEO, Deng Luming, remarked on the clarity of Surfin Meta’s mission and the strength of its leadership. With this financial boost, Surfin Meta is poised to continue its growth trajectory and impact in the fintech sector.
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