Runa
By Runa
Runa’s mission is to eliminate barriers in global payments, empowering businesses to move money instantly and recipients to access funds in the way that suits them best. Its platform covers a broad spectrum of payout types, including digital gift cards, prepaid cards, subscriptions, donations, cryptocurrencies, and more, serving clients in over 190 countries. Runa’s infrastructure is built for speed, scalability, and security, with a focus on driving recipient engagement and simplifying cross-border transactions.
Founded in London in 2016, Runa has shown consistent revenue growth, reaching $23 million in revenue in 2024—a 36.7% year-over-year increase from $16.8 million in 20232. Its client base includes major brands like Sodexo and Vodafone, reflecting broad industry adoption. The company’s growth has been supported by continuous innovation, global expansion, and a relentless focus on customer needs.
Runa has raised approximately $56 million over five funding rounds, with its most recent Series B round securing $30.9 million in November 2022.
Instant payouts to debit/prepaid cards, digital wallets, and bank accounts via Visa Direct and Mastercard Send.
Automated foreign exchange with upfront local currency delivery.
A network of over 4,000 merchant payout options in 50+ countries.
Runa Assure, a proprietary security suite offering multi-layer fraud protection, compliance with ISO 27001, GDPR, PCI DSS, AML, and KYC standards, and real-time monitoring.
Runa has expanded its offerings beyond digital gift cards to include prepaid cards, digital wallets, subscriptions, donations, and even fractional shares and cryptocurrencies. The 2024 launch of Pay to Card technology marked a significant leap, allowing instant payouts to recipients’ debit or prepaid cards in 190+ countries and further reducing payout friction for businesses and individuals.
Recent innovations include automated FX conversion, lightning-fast API with 500 millisecond payout speeds, and expanded payout options—adding over 1,300 new ways for recipients to access funds in 2024 alone. These enhancements have strengthened Runa’s global reach and made the platform even more attractive for businesses seeking efficient, flexible, and secure payout solutions.
Runa’s culture is deeply rooted in four core values: Build Trust, Dive Deep, Adapt and Overcome, and Master Your Craft. The company commits to ethical conduct, inclusivity, and diversity, as reflected in its Social Value Pledge and participation in initiatives like the Tech Talent Charter. Runa fosters a supportive, collaborative environment where employees are encouraged to innovate and grow.
Runa serves over 100 enterprise customers, ranging from small businesses to global corporations, and has a growing community of users and partners. The platform’s flexibility, reliability, and customer-centric approach have earned it positive reviews for ease of use, responsive support, and its ability to streamline complex payout processes. Runa also supports social and environmental initiatives, partnering with platforms that incentivize sustainable actions and community engagement.
