Napier AI, a London-based company specializing in financial crime compliance software, has successfully secured £45M in funding, marking a significant milestone in its growth journey. The investment, led by Crestline Investors, Inc., a US-based institutional alternative asset manager, underscores the increasing demand for advanced solutions in combating financial crimes such as money laundering and ensuring regulatory compliance within the industry.

Founded in 2015, Napier AI has established itself as a leading provider of AI-enhanced technologies tailored for anti-money laundering (AML) solutions across various sectors including banking, payments, and wealth & asset management. With its innovative solutions, Napier AI enables its clientele to efficiently screen, monitor, and identify suspicious activities while facilitating regulatory reporting, thereby mitigating risks associated with financial crime.

Greg Watson, CEO of Napier AI, expressed enthusiasm about the company’s growth trajectory despite the challenges posed by the market. He emphasized the importance of investing in next-generation AI-enhanced solutions to address the evolving landscape of financial crime compliance and regulatory pressures faced by financial institutions.

“We are pleased to deliver strong, continuous growth in a challenging market. Financial crime compliance operations and regulatory pressure continue to be large overheads for financial institutions, so there is a need to invest in NextGen AI-enhanced solutions with the benefit of trusted technology and delivery,” Watson remarked.

The strategic investment from Crestline Investors will further bolster Napier AI’s expansion efforts, allowing the company to enhance its offerings and continue serving financial institutions with cutting-edge screening and monitoring solutions powered by explainable AI technology.

Will Palmer, Managing Director at Crestline, expressed confidence in Napier AI’s market-leading technology platform, highlighting its potential to empower financial institutions and regulated entities in navigating the increasingly complex landscape of transaction volumes and regulatory requirements.

Napier AI’s commitment to technological innovation and its dedication to combating financial crime have garnered the trust of over 150 institutions globally. The company’s platform, Napier Continuum, is instrumental in transforming compliance from a legal obligation into a competitive advantage, driving measurable impact in the fight against financial crime.

With Crestline’s support, Napier AI is poised to continue its mission of revolutionizing the compliance landscape, offering effective solutions that enable financial institutions to stay ahead in an ever-evolving regulatory environment.