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Mural Secures $15M to Build AI Payments Infrastructure

Mural raised $15M Series A led by Tether to build infrastructure for AI-driven financial transactions.

By Raina Gimmel

Mural raises $15M

The big picture: Mural, a New York-based financial technology infrastructure company, has raised $15 million in Series A financing led by Tether, bringing its total funding to $28 million as it expands its global payments platform and develops infrastructure for AI-driven financial transactions. More information is available at muralpay.com.

Why it matters:

  • Agentic Finance: Mural is positioning its platform for an economy where autonomous AI agents increasingly participate in financial activity, addressing critical needs for transaction permissions, identity verification, and compliance.
  • Global Reach: The company provides a unified platform for managing financial accounts, payments, identity, and compliance across multiple banking and payment systems in 128 countries.
  • Stablecoin Integration: Mural leverages stablecoins for international payments, connecting traditional banking infrastructure with blockchain-based networks to reduce complexity for fintech businesses.

How it works:

  • Unified API: Mural offers a single application programming interface (API) that allows fintechs and software platforms to offer financial products without managing diverse banking relationships and regulatory requirements independently.
  • Granular Controls: The system includes advanced controls for funds access and transfer, such as transaction limits, approved counterparties, and additional authorization requirements for larger payments, supporting both human and AI agent users.
  • Hybrid Infrastructure: By combining conventional banking with blockchain-based payment networks, Mural enables customers to access various financial systems through one integration, streamlining cross-border transactions.

The catch: As AI agents gain financial autonomy, the regulatory landscape remains complex and evolving. Mural must navigate stringent compliance requirements and address potential risks associated with automated transactions, while also competing with established fintech infrastructure providers and emerging blockchain-native solutions.

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