Hyperlayer, a technology company helping banks modernise without replacing their core systems, has announced a £19.5 million follow on investment led by existing investor Flintlock Capital.
The Series A2 round, which also includes participation from Mouro Capital, Susquehanna Private Equity Investments, LLLP and other existing and new investors, takes Hyperlayer’s total funding to nearly £50 million since October 2025. The investment values the banking technology company at £195 million post money.
Hyperlayer will use the new funding to support growth and innovation across its product, engineering and implementation teams, as well as expansion activity across the US, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Founded in 2023 by former Morgan Stanley colleagues, Rob Rooney and Paul Rolles, Hyperlayer’s technology transforms how, and how fast, banks can modernise without disrupting the core systems that support resilience and compliance.
As part of the investment, Joe Shamess, Co-founder and General Partner at Flintlock Capital, will join Hyperlayer’s board of directors.
“We’re fortunate to be backed by deep experts in FinTech. They’ve watched us go from a standing start to mandates with global Tier 1 banks in three years. That’s what’s convinced them to back where the company goes next,” said Rob Rooney, Co-founder and CEO, Hyperlayer.
“Hyperlayer’s promise is clear. Banks, credit unions and other financial institutions must modernise at FinTech speed without ripping out the core systems that protect them. A year on, that thesis is proven with world class customers and strong market pull. Leading this round, and joining the board, is us doubling down on where Rob and Paul take the business next,” said Joe Shamess, Co-founder and General Partner, Flintlock Capital.
Hyperlayer also announced two leadership changes. Board Director Louise Chan and current Chief Operating Officer becomes Chief Commercial Officer, while Ben Helps, currently Chief Strategy Officer, moves to Chief Operating Officer.
“Both are exceptional colleagues and serious contributors to our success to date. Louise has been closing the deals that prove the model works. Ben has been building the operating discipline and strategy that let us deliver for clients and scale without breaking. These appointments recognise the roles they are already playing as Hyperlayer grows and gathers pace,” said Rooney.
