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Zitadel Raises $9 Million Series A to Advance Cloud-Native Identity Infrastructure

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Zitadel elevates open source project for enterprises that need multi-tenancy identity infrastructure across public and private cloud, flexible deployments, and data security

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Zitadel, creators of the popular open source project for cloud-native identity infrastructure, today announced its $9 million Series A funding round led by Nexus Venture Partners with participation from Floodgate. Both firms represent the world’s best experts in open source, developer tools, and identity infrastructure. Zitadel’s developer-first approach and a strong focus on data security and ownership has fueled its growth to more than 150 customers across North America and Europe. This investment will further Zitadel’s vision to lead the identity infrastructure and authentication market.

Abhishek Sharma, Managing Director at Nexus Venture Partners, said, “We have been impressed with the Zitadel team’s vision and are excited to strengthen our partnership. With a vision to bring a cloud-native identity platform that puts developer experience and data security at its core, Zitadel is on the path to becoming the de facto standard for identity and authentication management. The identity and authentication space is ripe for disruption and Zitadel is well-positioned to win.”

“Zitadel is addressing a critical need in the market for cloud-native identity infrastructure. The identity solutions in the market today fall short on their promise to deliver simplicity of integration and flexible deployment options, especially for mid-market and large enterprises,” added Mike Maples, Jr. Founding Partner at Floodgate. “Zitadel’s vision and continued execution are reflected in a steady growth in their customer base, strengthening their ability to become the leading identity infrastructure provider.”

As subscription-based businesses continue to outgrow traditional business models, numerous companies are seeking scalable solutions to authenticate, authorize, and manage users efficiently. Companies are also challenged more than ever to ensure data is protected with the highest level of security. By offering cloud-native identity infrastructure with multi-tenancy capabilities, Zitadel is the only identity infrastructure tailored for the enterprise to tackle authentication and permission management.

“Zitadel is more than just a tool; it is a comprehensive identity platform that caters to the diverse needs of developers, operators, and security professionals”, said Florian Forster, co-founder and CEO of Zitadel. “Embarking on this next phase, we will invest in our platform, customers, and the open source community by improving APIs and SDKs for developers, enhancing observability and visualization tools for site reliability engineers, and investing in AI-driven threat detection and security incident management modules.”

Businesses today struggle with the complexities of single sign-on, multi-factor authentication, and granular permissions, especially in business-to-business (B2B) environments. Zitadel’s open source approach, developer-friendly APIs, and a robust multi-tenant architecture make it easy to integrate with both new and existing applications. This empowers customers to manage multiple organizations and security policies simultaneously.

Zitadel serves a globally distributed customer base of over 150 businesses with an identity platform that caters to a diverse range of industries, including manufacturing, finance, education, healthcare, and SaaS. Zitadel’s customers include large enterprises with advanced use cases and deployments, as well as small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), that value the company’s developer-first approach, commitment to data ownership, comprehensive audit trails, and flexible deployment options. Zitadel gives businesses complete control over their sensitive data and ensures regulatory compliance.

The Series A investment will enable Zitadel to accelerate product development, expand its technical team, and strengthen its position as the leading solution in cloud-native identity security. Developers will be able to create fully customizable login experiences that seamlessly integrate with existing protocols like SAML2 and OpenID Connect. Security operators will be empowered to derive actionable insights through data aggregation, enabling them to monitor compliance and security across user behaviors and application usage patterns. By streamlining complex processes, security operators can leverage advanced usage analytics and threat intelligence capabilities, allowing them to focus on strategic security initiatives.

For more information about Zitadel, please visit: https://zitadel.com/

About Zitadel
Zitadel is the leading provider of cloud-native identity infrastructure solutions. Its platform offers a comprehensive suite of tools for multi-tenant, authentication, authorization, and user management. Designed for scalability, flexibility, and security, Zitadel empowers organizations to protect their cloud infrastructure and applications. For more information, please visit https://zitadel.com/

About Nexus Venture Partners
Nexus helps extraordinary founders build product-first companies and manages $2.6B capital across funds. Over the years, we’ve supported companies like Postman, Apollo.io, Zepto, MinIO, Hasura, Orkes, Fingerprint, Observe.ai, Neuron7.ai, Nx, Druva, Rancher, Ultrahuman, Pubmatic, Delhivery, H2O.ai, ISFC, Rapido, and Turtlemint. To learn more about us, please visit www.nexusvp.com or follow @nexusvp on X.

About Floodgate
Floodgate’s core belief is that the world needs more breakthrough builders who design the future. Over the past 2 decades, we have been early believers and investors in transformational consumer and B2B startups like Okta, Twitter, Twitch, Lyft, Applied Intuition, and others. You can find our core beliefs at www.floodgate.com.

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Achieve earns Top 3 ranking for personal loan customer satisfaction from LendingTree

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Recognition marks seventh consecutive quarter Achieve has ranked among the nation’s top lenders for customer satisfaction

SAN MATEO, Calif., Oct. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Achieve, the fintech for everyday Americans, has been named one of the Top 3 lenders in personal loan customer satisfaction by LendingTree for the third quarter of 2026. This distinction from one of the nation’s largest online personal finance marketplaces underscores Achieve’s commitment to delivering transparent, supportive, and human-centered financial services.

This marks the seventh consecutive LendingTree customer service award that Achieve has earned, following a top-three ranking in the second quarter of 2026. The quarterly ranking is published by LendingTree, based on verified customer reviews and other data evaluating lenders on transparency, ease of the application process and the quality of customer service. Achieve consistently maintains high ratings for providing consumers with a clear path toward improving their financial health.

“For someone consolidating debt, a personal loan is more than a transaction. It’s an opportunity to improve their finances and move forward with greater confidence,” said Achieve President of Lending Kyle Enright. “Our team helps members understand their options and find the solution that fits their goals by pairing competitive fixed rates with personal guidance. Earning this recognition for a seventh consecutive quarter reflects the care our teammates bring to those conversations and the trust our members place in us.”

A rate cut earlier this year lowered the best available annual percentage rate (APR) on Achieve Personal Loans to 6.25%, a reduction of 274 basis points. This initiative, supported by advanced underwriting and enhanced with FICO® Score 10 T data, maintains access to fixed-rate loans for an expanded set of consumers, with an expected improvement in credit performance. These loans are originated by a bank partner via the Achieve Personal Loans platform.

Key highlights of the Achieve Personal Loan experience:

Competitive, fixed rates: APRs now start as low as 6.25% for qualified borrowers, providing a more affordable alternative to high-interest credit card debt.Rapid funding: Qualified members can have funds sent in as little as 24 hours to address immediate financial needs.Flexible terms: Borrowers can choose repayment schedules ranging from 2, 3, 4 and 5 years to align with their specific budget and goals.Transparent pricing: All loans feature fixed monthly payments and a clear payoff date, with no hidden fees or revolving balances.

For more information and important disclosures about Achieve Personal Loans, visit achieve.com/personal-loans

Achieve has served over 2 million consumers, helping to resolve over $22 billion in debt and facilitated over $15 billion in personal loans and home equity lines of credit since 2002. This latest accolade follows a series of recent wins. Achieve was named to Az Business Magazine’s AZ Big 100 List for 2026, and honored by InHerSight with eight recognitions, including being named the No. 1 finance company for women to work.

As a trusted leader in debt consolidation, Achieve remains committed to helping everyday people move toward a better financial future. This commitment is rooted in providing a transparent experience, a personalized approach to every member’s unique situation and the predictable, fast cash flow necessary to attain long-term financial stability. By focusing on these core principles, the company continues to redefine how consumers manage debt and build lasting financial health.

About Achieve

Achieve, the fintech for everyday Americans, helps everyday people get on, and stay on, the path to a better financial future. Achieve pairs proprietary data and analytics with personalized support to offer personal loans, home equity loans, debt relief and debt consolidation, along with financial tips and education. Achieve is frequently recognized for providing top-rated customer experience and satisfaction by both consumers and leading personal finance review platforms and has 2,200 dedicated teammates across the country, with hubs in Arizona, California, Florida and Texas.

Achieve refers to the global organization and may denote one or more affiliates of Achieve Company, including Achieve.com, Equal Housing Opportunity (NMLS ID #138464); Achieve Home Loans, Equal Housing Opportunity (NMLS ID #1810501); Achieve Personal Loans (NMLS ID #227977); Freedom Debt Relief (NMLS ID # 1248929); and Freedom Financial Asset Management (CRD #170229).

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Mediaplanet Launches Men’s Mental Health Campaign in USA TODAY, Featuring Jake Shane, Howie Mandel, Kevin Love, Dr. Mark Hyman and Yung Pueblo

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NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Mediaplanet today announces the launch of its Men’s Mental Health campaign, publishing within USA TODAY and through the Future of Personal Health digital content hub. The national campaign brings together leading healthcare experts, mental health advocates, organizations, athletes and public figures to encourage more open conversations around men’s mental health and provide accessible, actionable resources for building healthier lives. Featuring Netflix podcaster and internet sensation Jake Shane as the publication’s cover story, the campaign also includes editorial from global influence Howie Mandel, All-Star athlete Kevin Love, Dr. Mark Hyman and author Yung Pueblo, offering personal experiences and expert perspectives on mental health, emotional well-being, resilience and personal growth.

Through personal stories, expert insights and practical resources, the campaign directly challenges the expectation that men should navigate mental health struggles alone while encouraging a more open and supportive approach to overall well-being. “I wish people would take care of their mental health the way we take care of our dental health,” said Howie Mandel. His perspective reflects the campaign’s broader mission to normalize mental health care as an essential part of everyday health and encourage men to prioritize their well-being before they reach a point of crisis.

The campaign was made possible through the participation and support of Vibrant Emotional Health, Financial Therapy Association, NOCD, Spear Center, NeuroStar Advanced Therapy, American Association of Kidney Patients, Crisis Text Line, YMCA, One Mind at Work, The Hidden Opponent, Kevin Love Fund, American College of Sports Medicine, Whitman-Walker, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, American Psychiatric Association, Dr. Mark Hyman, Yung Pueblo, Kevin Love, Howie Mandel and Jake Shane.

Media Contact: Joelle Hernandez, joelle.hernandez@mediaplanet.com 

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Wonderloom Media’s Dr. Insanity Launches Patreon With Exclusive Content for Superfans Amid Rising Demand for Premium True Crime

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Wonderloom Media’s true crime channel, with more than 6 million YouTube subscribers, gives its most dedicated fans a deeper way to experience its documentary-style storytelling

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Wonderloom Media, the creator economy studio formed by Content Partners and media entrepreneur Ed Simpson, today announced the launch of a Patreon membership for Dr. Insanity, one of YouTube’s largest true crime channels, expanding the depth of content available to the channel’s biggest fans.

The Dr. Insanity Patreon offers members extended cuts of episodes, exclusive content and a community space, giving superfans more of the stories they follow on YouTube. The membership launches October 31 alongside a weeklong feature on a Times Square billboard, running through November 5.

Dr. Insanity now has more than 6.1 million YouTube subscribers and over 3 billion total views, and has continued to grow since Wonderloom acquired the channel in June 2026. The Patreon launch is part of Wonderloom’s push to expand Dr. Insanity’s content and bring it to fans wherever they watch, including its distribution on Tubi.

True crime superfans can become members of the Dr. Insanity Patreon at www.patreon.com/c/DrInsanity

About Wonderloom Media
Wonderloom Media is a creator-first media platform that acquires, operates and scales YouTube-native content businesses. Formed by Content Partners and media entrepreneur Ed Simpson, Wonderloom brings institutional operating experience, expanded distribution and 360° monetization to digital-native properties with loyal audiences and long-term growth potential. Its portfolio includes Dr. Insanity, one of YouTube’s largest true crime channels, with more than 6.1 million subscribers and over 3 billion views.

About Dr. Insanity
Dr. Insanity is one of YouTube’s largest true crime channels, known for documentary-style storytelling and a loyal, highly engaged audience. The channel has more than 6.1 million subscribers and over 3 billion views. https://www.youtube.com/@DrInsanityCrime 

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