Diligent AI Ltd

Diligent AI Ltd is a UK-based company focused on delivering advanced AI solutions to enhance risk and compliance workflows, primarily in KYC and AML processes for financial institutions. Diligent AI Ltd specializes in providing AI-driven solutions that streamline compliance workflows. Founded in 2023 in London, UK, the company has successfully completed 1 deal. In March 2026, Diligent AI raised USD 2.

5 mn in a Seed round led by Speedinvest and Shapers, marking the total amount raised at USD 2. 5 mn. No significant pivots in their business strategy have been documented. Diligent AI specializes in providing advanced AI solutions designed to enhance risk and compliance workflows, specifically focusing on KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML (Anti-Money Laundering) processes.

Their core products include autonomous AI agents that automate key tasks such as risk investigations, document verification, and alert remediation for financial institutions. The agents are integrated into clients' existing systems via API or through a user-friendly portal, allowing customization based on specific organizational policies and procedures. Diligent's client base includes leading fintech companies and banks across Europe and North America, with notable partnerships such as Scalapay, which have utilized Diligent AI to significantly reduce manual review times and operational costs. The solutions are tailored to meet the demands of a regulatory environment that requires efficient and auditable compliance processes, catering to the needs of financial institutions engaged in customer due diligence.

Diligent AI operates primarily on a subscription-based revenue model, where clients pay for access to their suite of AI agents and associated services. The company's business transactions typically involve long-term partnerships with financial institutions, where they provide ongoing support and updates to their AI solutions. Clients engage with Diligent AI through various pricing plans that are structured to align with the scale and complexity of their compliance needs. This includes comprehensive packages that cover multiple aspects of KYC and AML processes, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing the cost per customer.

The firm focuses on providing value through its flagship AI agents that facilitate faster onboarding and more effective risk assessment, contributing directly to the financial health of its partners. In March 2026, Diligent AI Ltd raised USD 2. 5 mn in seed funding, which will be utilized to expand its engineering team and accelerate deployment across the UK and Europe. The company is also planning to launch a new artificial intelligence agent aimed at enhancing anti-money laundering operations.

Diligent AI is targeting the European market for its growth initiatives, with a focus on increasing its presence and capabilities by the end of 2026.