Rustem Family Office backs SG fintech CrediLinq's USD8.5m funding

Rustem Family Office joined Citi North America, OM/VC, and MS&AD Ventures in backing CrediLinq’s USD8.5m Series A round as the Singapore-based fintech accelerates global expansion. Returning investors include 500 Global, Epic Angels, 1982 VC, and Big Sky Capital. CrediLinq, which provides AI-powered embedded finance solutions to digital-first SMEs, plans to enter the US, UK, and Australia. The company aims to integrate its Credit-as-a-Service stack into major digital platforms, helping SMEs access real-time capital through API-driven credit decisioning. Funds will support market expansion, hiring across product and sales teams, and enhancement of AI credit algorithms that reduce defaults and improve collections. CrediLinq’s solutions are already integrated with platforms like Amazon, Lazada, and TikTok Shop.