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Happl

YC W22

London, GB · Founded 2020 · 11 employees · Hiring · 8 known investors

Happl is an AI-native platform that helps global companies manage, automate, and personalize employee benefits across multiple countries. It serves HR and finance teams, handling compliance, automation, and real-time updates for distributed workforces.

Also known as Happl (formerly Tahora) · Tahora

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareHR TechInsurTechSaaSInsuranceUnited KingdomEuropePartly Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W22)

Happl was founded in 2020 by Ben Towers.

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Ben Towersin𝕏Co-FounderBen Towers held a Communications Director role at GlaxoSmithKline before co-founding Happl (formerly Tahora). He previously founded Towers Design at age 11 and has worked on entrepreneurship initiatives with UK Government and Royal Family organizations.

Investors · 8

HaatchLondon · $500K – $1M
Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K
6 Degrees CapitalreportedLondon · $1.1M – $5.4M
AscensionreportedLondon
Pitchdrivereported · 2 sourcesAntwerp · $250K – $2M
Portage Venturesreported · 2 sourcesMontreal
Ventures TogetherreportedLondon

Also in the syndicate · 1

F Capital

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$11M disclosed across 1 round · 2026

Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.

Competitors · 1

by search overlap
Hibob dba bob3 shared keywordsHiBob operates Bob, an HR platform that consolidates HR processes and workflows into a single user-centric tool for organizations. The platform serves modern businesses seeking streamlined HR management across their entire employee base.

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In the news

Happl Secures $11M Series A to Expand Global Benefits Platform | AIFOD | AI FOR DEVELOPING COUNTRIES FORUMaf.net · May 2026Happl raises USD $11 million Series A led by Portagecfotech.asia · May 2026Happl raises over £8m to accelerate global employee benefits system - UKTNuktech.news · May 2026Happl raises £8.1m Series A - startup funding | Startupmagstartupmag.co.uk · May 2026Happl raises $11m Series A to scale its global benefits operating systemthenextweb.com · May 2026Happl Raises $11m Series A led by Portage to Power Global Benefits Infrastructure for Multinational Employers - Portageportageinvest.com · May 2026Happl closes venture investment round led by 6 Degrees Capital and Ascension | Happlhappl.com · Apr 2024Happl - Set up global benefits and recognition in seconds 🌍📦⚡ycombinator.com · Dec 2022

Frequently asked questions

What does Happl do?
Happl is an AI-native platform that helps global companies manage, automate, and personalize employee benefits across multiple countries. It serves HR and finance teams, handling compliance, automation, and real-time updates for distributed workforces.
Who founded Happl?
Happl was founded by Ben Towers in 2020.
Who are Happl's investors?
Happl's investors include Haatch, Y Combinator, 6 Degrees Capital, Ascension, Pitchdrive, Portage Ventures, Ventures Together.
How much funding has Happl raised?
Happl has disclosed $11M raised across 1 round.
Where is Happl headquartered?
Happl is headquartered in London, GB.