Yaspa, a fintech focused on providing personal intelligence via instant payments, has secured funding to support its expansion into the US market.
Discerning Capital has led an investment of $15 million in Yaspa, with contributions from Metavallon and TechStars Ventures. The investors believe that Yaspa’s payment processing capabilities will transform the gambling payments landscape while maintaining strong player protections.
Yaspa manages payments across various markets, primarily in Europe, and now extends its services to the US. According to a 2024 Markets and Data industry report, the open banking market in the United States is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.5% from 2024 to 2031, increasing from $7.08 billion in 2023 to $35.79 billion by 2031.
Discerning Capital targets investments in companies that integrate online gambling, sports, media, and technology sectors. The firm supports businesses with proven models that need capital to scale their operations. As Yaspa experiences rapid growth in its existing markets, Discerning Capital sees a global opportunity for account-to-account (A2A) payments among regulated gambling operators due to these services’ cost-effectiveness, lower chargeback rates, and potential for simplified player protection measures.
Yaspa officials state that this investment marks an important milestone for the company. It will enable Yaspa to introduce its established technology to a new market quickly, build a local team, establish partnerships, and tailor its platform to meet the needs of operators.
Other Developments from Yaspa
In May 2025, Yaspa joined The Payment Association, which counts over 230 corporate members, including prominent companies like Worldpay, Mastercard, Visa, and American Express. This membership was intended to enhance Yaspa’s interaction with policymakers and industry leaders while promoting stronger fraud prevention initiatives.
The fintech viewed this membership as a significant step in its growth journey, further cementing its commitment to shaping the future of payments through product development, collaborative efforts within the industry, and active engagement in policy discussions.
