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Cover Genius embeds insurance products directly into the purchase flow of global digital platforms through a single API. It partners with large brands and e-commerce platforms to offer insurance options like travel protection, extended warranties, and shipping insurance, charging fees on policies sold and earning revenue from carrier partnerships. The product works by integrating insurance at checkout, creating a seamless user experience across travel sites, marketplaces, and retailers. This focus on embedded insurance across major partners and its single API differentiates it from competitors that offer standalone policies or more fragmented solutions. The company aims to provide tailored, end-to-end insurance solutions that boost customer satisfaction and help partners grow their business.
Industries
Enterprise Software
Financial Services
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
$344M
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
2013
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Cover Genius has acquired Berlin-based insurtech Friendsurance to expand its embedded protection services across European banking. The deal combines Cover Genius's global infrastructure with Friendsurance's regulatory expertise and bank-grade technology focused on the DACH region. Friendsurance's technology incorporates PSD2 open banking capabilities and frameworks designed for GDPR compliance, addressing regulatory challenges that often hinder digital product launches for banks and fintechs. The platform enables banks to integrate insurance seamlessly into their services. The Friendsurance team is joining Cover Genius, allowing partners to access an expanded range of protection solutions. Cover Genius currently operates in over 60 countries, serving clients including Klarna, Revolut, and Stripe. The company has protected more than 70 million customers globally across 240 million policies, generating $3.2 billion in gross written sales. Financial terms were not disclosed. The acquisition is effective immediately.
Cover Genius Raises USD $100M Backed by Vista Credit Partners, Reaching USD $1.9 Billion Valuation
Cover Genius, a global embedded protection infrastructure provider, has raised $100 million backed by Vista Credit Partners, reaching a $1.9 billion valuation. The B2B2C platform connects over 200 partners with 50-plus global insurance carriers, protecting more than 70 million customers across travel, retail, ticketing, and logistics sectors. The company will use the funding to deepen enterprise partnerships, scale AI capabilities including hyper-personalisation engines and automated claims resolution, and invest in platform scalability and strategic acquisitions. Cover Genius grew revenue 50% year-over-year in 2025 and crossed $3 billion in cumulative gross written sales. The firm operates in over 60 countries, partnering with companies including Klarna, Revolut, Priceline, Booking.com, Turkish Airlines, and Uber. It has delivered 240 million policies and earned a 4.5-star rating on Trustpilot across 70,000-plus reviews.
Cover Genius has raised $100 million in new funding backed by Vista Credit Partners, a subsidiary of Vista Equity Partners focused on enterprise software financing. The round values the company at $1.9 billion.
Australian insurtech Cover Genius has partnered with Traveloka to provide travel protection across several markets, including Cancellation Protection in Australia. The product refunds part or all of a trip if travellers cancel due to illness, transport disruptions, adverse weather, theft of travel documents, home emergencies or redundancy. The protection will be integrated into Traveloka's booking flow during checkout. Cover Genius described the partnership as a multi-market rollout supporting Traveloka's expansion, including its recent entry into Australia. Cover Genius is licensed or authorised in more than 60 countries. Its XCover platform serves travel companies, airlines and online travel agencies.
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Industries
Enterprise Software
Financial Services
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
$344M
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
2013
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