Paytech Akua

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Akua is a paytech (payment technology) startup that offers Acquiring as a Service (AaaS), enabling merchants to process payments through its platform. The company consolidates its model by holding licensed acquiring capabilities, allowing it to handle payment processing for businesses. Akua operates in Latin America, with a presence in Colombia and Brazil, and has raised a total of $13 million in seed funding, including an $8.5 million seed extension round led by Flourish Ventures and Cathay Latam. The startup targets merchants seeking efficient payment processing solutions in the region.