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AI-native immigration firm Alma raises $17M Series A led by Bling

On September 16, 2026 Legaltech News reported that self-described AI-native immigration law firm Alma raised $17 million in Series A funding led by Bling Capital, with Forerunner, MVP Ventures, Interplay VC, and GSBackers participating. Founded in 2024 by Aizada Marat, Shuo Chen, and Assel Tuleubayeva, Alma said proceeds will support hiring and product development for employment-visa and international-hiring work.

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Key points

  • Alma raised $17 million in Series A funding led by Bling Capital.Legaltech News
  • Forerunner, MVP Ventures, Interplay VC, and GSBackers also participated in the round.Legaltech News
  • Proceeds will support Alma’s in-house hiring and product development.Legaltech News
  • Founded in 2024 by Aizada Marat, Shuo Chen, and Assel Tuleubayeva, Alma is an AI-native immigration firm.Legaltech News
  • The firm focuses on employment-visa workflows and international hiring services.Legaltech News

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