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CrissCross raises undisclosed funding from Circle Ventures to expand stablecoin-powered payments infrastructure across Africa.

PRIVATEOct 27, 2026

Round Type

Venture

MemphisFinancial ServicesFintechBlockchain

Investors

Circle Ventures

Description

CrissCross, a South African cross-border payments business owned by Stitch Group, announced an undisclosed investment from Circle Ventures, the corporate venture arm of stablecoin issuer Circle. The funding will support the expansion of CrissCross's stablecoin-powered payments infrastructure across Africa. The company operates in over 30 African markets, supports 20+ currencies, and provides enterprise cross-border payment infrastructure through a single API. CrissCross serves multinational enterprises, financial institutions, and platforms operating in complex African payment corridors.

Quick answer

CrissCross raised an undisclosed amount in a funding round, dated October 26, 2026. Investors: Circle Ventures. CrissCross is based in Memphis, Tennessee, United States.

How much did CrissCross raise?
CrissCross raised an undisclosed amount in a funding round on October 26, 2026.
Who invested in CrissCross?
Circle Ventures is named as investors in this round.
What does CrissCross do?
CrissCross is a South African cross-border payments business that provides enterprise payment infrastructure through a single API.
Where is CrissCross based and how big is it?
CrissCross is based in Memphis, Tennessee, United States. Fundz records about 20 employees.

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Company Information

Company

CrissCross

Location

Memphis, Tennessee, United States

About

CrissCross is a South African cross-border payments business that provides enterprise payment infrastructure through a single API. The platform links blockchain settlement to local payment rails, enabling funds to reach bank accounts and mobile wallets across Africa. It operates in over 30 African markets, supports 20+ currencies, and offers services including local collections, automated payouts, and corporate treasury management with real-time foreign exchange.

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