Clusia Acquires Optim ACH Solutions to Expand Fintech Assurance Capabilities
Clusia, an AI-native assurance firm specializing in regulatory audits for fintechs and banks, has announced the acquisition of Optim ACH Solutions. The deal integrates Optim's existing ACH audit practice and client base into Clusia’s proprietary software-driven model. While financial terms were not disclosed, the move significantly expands Clusia's reach to over 60 fintechs and third-party service providers. As part of the acquisition, industry veteran Brian Stearns joins from Wespay as Managing Director of Assurance Operations, and Optim founder Debbie Arai joins as Managing Director of ACH Audits. Clusia aims to leverage its proprietary technology to automate evidence gathering and transaction testing, moving toward a model of continuous independent assurance rather than periodic manual audits.
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