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Israel’s Humanz Raises $15M, Acquires US Firms for Global Expansion

Israeli creator economy platform Humanz raises $15 million in new funding and completes two U.S. acquisitions, accelerating global expansion and AI enhancement.

December 21, 2025 at 7:44 am Pesach Benson Breaking News

Jerusalem, 21 December, 2025 (TPS-IL) — Israeli creator economy platform Humanz has raised $15 million in new funding and completed two strategic acquisitions as it accelerates global expansion, the Tel Aviv-based company announced. The latest round brings total funding to $32 million following 250% year-on-year growth.

Humanz also acquired U.S.-based Ubiquitous and performance marketing platform Bambassadors, moves aimed at strengthening its presence in the American market while expanding its AI-driven capabilities. Founded in Israel in 2017, Humanz has grown rapidly across Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and the United States, which has become its main growth engine.

The new capital will be used to enhance AI infrastructure and support additional acquisitions planned for early 2026.

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