Payload raises $9M series a
Announced 19 August 2026
◆ The Round
Payload raised $9M in series a funding, announced on 19 August 2026, led by Fifth Third Bank. The round is tracked live by Fusion42 as part of the Raise fund database and the Scout startup database.
◆ About Payload
Embedded-payments platform that integrates payment acceptance, payouts, risk monitoring and customer-verification functions directly into business software workflows. Payload is based in United States and currently at series a stage, operating in Fintech.
◆ Investors
LeadFifth Third Bank
◆ Market context
This funding event is a citable node in Fusion42's market graph: it links Payload's Scout profile to the funds behind the round and to related Wire analysis, and is refreshed from public announcements as the round is confirmed or extended. It is the same live market data Arthur reasons over when benchmarking a founder's own raise against what is closing in the market right now.
◆ Explore the market
◆ FAQ
How much did Payload raise?
Payload raised $9M in its series-a round, announced 2026-08-19.
Who invested in Payload's series-a round?
The round was led by Fifth Third Bank.
What does Payload do?
Embedded-payments platform that integrates payment acceptance, payouts, risk monitoring and customer-verification functions directly into business software workflows.
Verified 28 August 2026 · Sources: public filings