# Tesser

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/tesser

- Industry: Financial Services
- Headquarters: New York, US
- Website: www.tesser.xyz
- Total disclosed funding: $4.5M
- Latest round: Seed (Oct 21, 2025)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Tesser Payments Inc., based in the US, provides advanced payment solutions to banks and fintechs, facilitating real-time transactions using stablecoin technology to enhance financial operations.Founded in 2025 and headquartered in New York, US, Tesser focuses on enabling banks and financial institutions to modernize their payment systems with stablecoin transactions. The company successfully raised USD 4.5 mn in Seed funding on October 21, 2025, co-led by Castle Island Ventures, Strobe Ventures, and Anthemis. Digital Currency Group also participated in the round. Tesser has engaged in a single deal so far, emphasizing its commitment to developing its innovative payment infrastructure.Tesser offers a comprehensive suite of products designed to empower banks and fintech companies to execute transactions using stablecoin technology. The platform enables real-time settlement for cross-border payments, allowing clients to transact in their local currencies through instant on-chain value transfers. Its core offerings include stablecoin payouts and off-ramp services, which streamline payment processes and eliminate inefficiencies associated with traditional fiat currency systems. Tesser's solutions are geared towards financial institutions looking to modernize their payment infrastructure, providing tools for seamless integration with existing systems and enhancing operational efficiency. The company's client base encompasses banks and payment service providers (PSPs) across various global markets, focusing on regions such as North America, Europe, and parts of Asia-Pacific, where the demand for innovative payment solutions is rapidly increasing.Tesser generates revenue primarily through its full-stack payment solutions, which are tailored for banks and financial service providers. The transactional structure involves B2B dealings where financial institutions subscribe to Tesser's platform to access its range of services, facilitating stablecoin transactions for their end-users. Clients benefit from the instant settlement capabilities of Tesser's system, which allows them to conduct various financial operations more efficiently. Revenue is derived from partnerships and subscription fees associated with the use of their flagship products, including cross-border settlement services and stablecoin payout mechanisms. This infrastructure supports a robust revenue model by enabling banks and fintechs to offer enhanced payment services to their customers while maintaining compliance with regulatory obligations.Tesser plans to utilize the USD 4.5 mn raised in Seed funding to enhance its product offerings and expand into new geographic markets. The company is developing additional features for its payment platform, with a focus on launching these enhancements by the end of 2026. Expansion efforts will target markets in Asia-Pacific and Europe, as Tesser aims to establish a stronger presence where there is growing demand for stablecoin payment solutions. The recent funding will support these initiatives, enabling Tesser to enhance its competitive position in the evolving financial landscape.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Oct 21, 2025, $4.5M — Anthemis, Digital Currency Group, Castle Island Ventures, Strobe Ventures

## Investors

- Anthemis (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/anthemis) — Seed
- Digital Currency Group (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/digital-currency-group) — Seed
- Castle Island Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/castle-island-ventures) — Seed
- Strobe Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/strobe-ventures) — Seed