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Tala
Fintech · Santa Monica, United States · Founded 2011
Mobile technology and data science company that is revolutionizing financial services in emerging markets MoreLess
Tala is a fintech startup that operates as a digital wallet and lending platform. The company uses advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to provide a personalized financial experience to its customers. It primarily serves individuals who have been overlooked by traditional financial institutions, providing them with a digital financial identity that allows for safe, flexible, and seamless access to money.
Tala's business model revolves around offering instant credit, easy money transfers, and expansive bill payment options, all managed through a single app. The company's proprietary data tools enable it to offer these services to a wide range of customers, including those who may not have access to traditional banking services.
The company's revenue is generated through the interest and fees it charges on the credit it extends to its customers. Additionally, Tala also earns income from transaction fees for money transfers and bill payments made through its platform.
Tala operates in multiple countries across three continents, demonstrating its ability to scale and adapt to different markets. The company's use of AI and machine learning not only allows it to offer personalized credit lines but also provides its customers with financial tips and dynamic rewards, further enhancing their financial experience.
In summary, Tala is a fintech company that leverages AI and machine learning to provide underserved individuals with access to credit and other financial services. Its business model is centered on earning revenue from interest and fees on the financial services it provides.
Keywords: Fintech, Digital Wallet, Lending Platform, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Personalized Financial Services, Underserved Market, Instant Credit, Money Transfers, Bill Payments.
Company overview
Tala company information
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- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2011
- Headquarters
- Santa Monica, United States
- Employees
- 920
- Open positions
- 9
- Dealroom signal
- 85.5
Valuation & funding
Tala funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEBTDebt | Mar 2025 | $150M | — | Neuberger Berman | ↗ |
| DEBTDebt | Oct 2021 | $40M | — | Victory Park Capital | ↗ |
| SERIES EOther financing | Oct 2021 | $145M | $800M | Bank J. Safra Sarasain · PayPal Ventures · Upstart · Lowercase Capital | — |
| SERIES DOther financing | Aug 2019 | $110M | $440M | RPS Ventures · Lowercase Capital · Revolution · Thomvest Ventures | — |
| LATE VCOther financing | Jul 2019 | $1.2M | $4.8M | OurCrowd | — |
| EARLY VCOther financing | Oct 2018 | PayPal | — | ||
| SERIES COther financing | Apr 2018 | Revolution · Female Founders Fund · Ribbit Capital · Lowercase Capital | — | ||
| SERIES BOther financing | Feb 2017 | Collaborative Fund · Lowercase Capital · Clocktower Technology Ventures · IVP | — | ||
| CONVERTIBLEOther financing | Sep 2016 | Aslanoba Capital | — | ||
| SERIES AOther financing | Sep 2015 | Female Founders Fund · TYLT · DCVC · Mesa Ventures | — |
Financials
Revenue and workforce over time
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| Year | Revenue | Growth | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $340M | 0% | 920 |
| 2025 | $340M | — | 850 |
Growth signals
Tala website traffic
Latest recorded traffic for Tala is 77K monthly website visits, up 51% over the last three months. Tala's team grew 8.2% over the past year.
Hiring
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Comparisons
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Global footprint
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