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Leatherback

The multi-currency corporate banking platform simplifying trade across frontier and developed markets
ActiveFintechCross-border & Remittances / FXLondon, Greater LondonFounded 2019

What it does

Leatherback was founded in 2019 by Ibrahim Ibitade as a cross-border banking platform providing multi-currency accounts to individuals and enterprises. The company enables businesses to trade, clear funds, and maintain balances across 13+ currencies with international regulatory compliance. It is recognized for powering global corporate trade infrastructure across Africa and Europe.

Multi-currency accountsCross-border B2B paymentsFX / currency exchange

Known for

  • Multi-currency corporate bank accounts
  • Cross-border international trade payments
  • Regulatory licenses across UK, Canada, & Nigeria
  • Global business banking APIs

Model & industry

API-as-a-ProductAll / Cross-industry

Funding history

$10.0M
Total raised
1
Rounds
Pre-Seed
Latest stage
2022
Latest year
DateStageAmountLead investor
2022-04Pre-Seed$10.0MZedcrest Capital

Products & subsidiaries

Leatherback Trade Account · Multi-Currency Banking PortalLeatherback Corporate Card · Virtual & Physical Cards

People

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