ChainCatcher reports that San Francisco-based lending platform Salient has completed a $60 million Series A funding round, led by a16z, with participation from Matrix Partners, Michael Ovitz, and Y Combinator. The funds raised will be used to enhance its AI capabilities, strengthen compliance functions, and expand into new markets.
Salient was founded just 18 months ago, and as of June 2025, its annualized revenue has exceeded $14 million. The platform leverages generative AI to automate post-loan collections, customer service, and compliance monitoring processes. It also uses voice recognition technology to monitor customer service compliance, aiming to improve transparency in lending services, streamline operational processes, and strengthen compliance management.