Exclusive: Karta raises $15 million to bring WhatsApp-run U.S. credit cards to global travelers
Karta, a startup founded by Freddy Juez and Orlando Espinoza, has secured $15 million in Series A funding to offer a premium credit card for international travelers. The card, issued in the U.S. and accessible via WhatsApp, aims to fill the gap left by American Express's scaling back of its International Dollar Card program. Karta's offering allows non-U.S. residents with assets in American banks to obtain credit lines up to $200,000, with immediate virtual card access and typical premium perks. AI
