Payrails
Berlin, DE · 5 known investors
Payrails provides a modular financial operating system for enterprises that manages payment and financial workflows. The platform serves fast-growing businesses that need flexibility to scale across markets and partners without rebuilding infrastructure.
Founders & leadership
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Emre TalayFounder
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Nicolas ThouzeauFounder
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Orkhan AbdullayevFounder
Investors · 5
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Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$32M disclosed across 1 of 3 rounds · 2025–2026
Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Payrails do?
- Payrails provides a modular financial operating system for enterprises that manages payment and financial workflows. The platform serves fast-growing businesses that need flexibility to scale across markets and partners without rebuilding infrastructure.
- Who founded Payrails?
- Payrails was founded by Emre Talay, Nicolas Thouzeau, Orkhan Abdullayev.
- Who are Payrails's investors?
- Payrails's investors include Andreessen Horowitz, DeBa Ventures, EQT Ventures, EQT Life Sciences, General Catalyst.
- How much funding has Payrails raised?
- Payrails has disclosed $32M raised across 1 of its 3 known rounds.
- Where is Payrails headquartered?
- Payrails is headquartered in Berlin, DE.