Pune-based Fintech Startup Secures $1.1 million in Seed Funding
Pune-based fintech startup Bon has reportedly raised funds amounting to $1.1 million (Rs 7.8 crore) in seed funding. The particular round was led by Omidyar Network, Axilor Ventures and Better Capital’s AngelList India Syndicate.
The funds raised by the company will be utilized towards helping the company’s further partnerships with banks, non-banking financial companies (NBFC). Also, it plans to expand its existence to 25 cities across India over the next 18 months and launch its operations in other markets in Asia as well.
“Access to working capital is a real pain point for the growing gig workforce—one that can literally make or break a business of one. In India, where credit cards are not pervasive, this issue is even more prominent, as people don't really have a safety net to rely...