Aventur secures Dutch backing for AI money platform

UK fintech Aventur has secured growth funding from a Dutch family office as it prepares to launch an artificial intelligence-based financial wellbeing platform aimed at consumers and advice firms.

The undisclosed investment gives the Amsterdam-based investor a 10% equity stake in the London-headquartered start-up. Aventur plans a full launch of its service in 2026 and is currently running a private beta with advisers and institutions.

Aventur develops software at the junction of AI, financial wellbeing and regulated advice. The platform uses machine learning and data analytics. Human advisers provide oversight and guidance within the service.

The company said it intends to use the fresh capital for product development, data and analytics work and hiring. It also plans to fund pilot projects and deepen partnerships with wealth managers, financial advisers and larger financial institutions.

Co-founder and Chief Executive Stacey Body said the new funding underpins the company's next phase of growth.

"We're building a platform that integrates human expertise and AI to help people gain clarity, confidence and control of their financial futures in a simple and intelligent way. This funding enables us to accelerate product development, strengthen our team and bring our solution to market at scale," said Body, Co-founder and CEO, Aventur.

The company said it targets individuals who want a clearer picture of their finances and long-term plans. Its tools present personal financial data, scenarios and goals in a structured way. Users receive prompts and guidance that Aventur describes as combining digital tools with human input.

Aventur also markets its technology to advice firms and institutional partners. It presents the platform as a way for firms to engage more clients at lower cost than traditional one-to-one advice models, while retaining regulated advisers in key decision points.

Advice gap focus

The funding comes amid growing concern in the UK over a widening "advice gap" in retail finance. Rising regulatory requirements and higher costs have led many advisers to focus on wealthier clients. Younger and less affluent consumers have turned to budgeting apps, robo-advisers and AI tools.

Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer Tom Young said demand for digital money tools is broadening beyond early adopters.

"Recent market research indicates that over half of UK adults are now using AI tools to manage their money. The demand for intelligent, trusted solutions is growing rapidly - particularly where technology can support, rather than replace, human advice. Aventur is well positioned to meet this shift for both consumers and institutional partners," said Young.

The Dutch investor, which Aventur did not name, has an existing portfolio of technology-focused holdings. It has invested in fintech and wealth technology companies at similar stages of development.

Non-Executive Director for Strategy & Growth, Sonja Lang, led the funding round.

"There is a structural opportunity to use AI to extend the reach of high-quality financial guidance, while keeping humans firmly in the loop. This investment from a Dutch family office is a strong vote of confidence in Aventur's strategy and in our role within the evolving financial advice ecosystem," said Lang.

Product design

Aventur's platform presents users with personalised insights based on their financial data. It also offers interactive tasks and goal-setting features. The company said these design elements aim to encourage regular engagement with personal finances.

The service combines automated analysis with access to human advisers. This hybrid model reflects a broader shift in wealth management, where firms are testing digital tools alongside traditional relationships.

The company describes its approach as "financial wellbeing" rather than pure investment management. It covers budgeting, debt, savings and protection as well as investing. Aventur positions this as a broader framework than conventional advice processes that focus on products and portfolios.

The app and platform sit on a single architecture. Consumers can access tools directly. Partner firms can offer a version under their own brand or integrate it into their existing digital channels.

Partnership strategy

Aventur is pursuing partnerships with financial advice firms and larger institutions. These partners seek new ways to engage clients digitally and maintain contact between formal review meetings.

The private beta includes pilots with such firms. Aventur uses these trials for product refinement and user testing. It also uses them to test data flows, compliance processes and adviser workflows.

The company is a certified B Corp. It states that it seeks to balance commercial growth with impact on financial inclusion and consumer outcomes.

Aventur said it will expand its team following the funding round. It expects new roles in technology, data science, product and compliance. The company will continue its beta phase with advisers and institutions as it works towards a broader UK launch in 2026.