YUNO RAISES $45M SERIES B FOR GLOBAL PAYMENTS

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THU, AUG 13, 2026

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Yuno, a Colombian payments infrastructure provider, secured $45M in Series B funding led by Global PayTech with participation from a16z. The capital will support the startup's expansion in transaction processing across multiple markets.

Yuno provides infrastructure for companies to process payments globally, addressing fragmentation across regional payment systems and markets. The Series B funding reflects investor confidence in the cross-border payments sector, which continues to attract venture capital as businesses expand internationally. Global PayTech led the round, with Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) and other investors participating. The funding enables Yuno to expand its platform capabilities and geographic reach. The payments infrastructure space remains competitive, with numerous startups targeting similar problems around transaction processing efficiency and market access. Yuno's Colombian roots position it to serve Latin American markets while scaling globally. Details on valuation and specific use of funds were not disclosed.

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