Paris based regtech startup Cleo Labs has secured €1.5 million in fresh funding as it aims to simplify and modernise how companies manage product compliance across international markets. By leveraging artificial intelligence, the company is working to shift compliance from a reactive obligation into a proactive and strategic business function.
Investor Support and Early Momentum
The funding round was led by Larry Berger, with participation from Kima Ventures and Financière Saint-James. A group of angel investors also joined, including Boris Paillard, Ambre Soubiran, Stéphanie Zolesio, and Charles Sutton. The round further includes a scout ticket from Accel.
This mix of investors reflects strong confidence in Cleo Labs’ ability to address one of the most complex challenges facing global businesses today.
Navigating a Complex Regulatory Landscape
Companies operating across borders face increasingly fragmented and evolving regulatory requirements. Each country imposes its own standards, certifications, and compliance processes, making it difficult for organisations to scale efficiently.
Despite the high risks and costs associated with non compliance, many businesses still rely on manual processes and limited tools to manage these requirements. This often leads to delays, inefficiencies, and increased exposure to regulatory risks.
Cleo Labs is targeting this gap by providing a platform that automates and streamlines compliance management, enabling companies to handle complexity more effectively.
An AI Driven Compliance Platform
Founded by Naomie Halioua and Anaelle Guez, the company combines expertise in technology and legal compliance. Its platform is designed specifically for businesses selling physical products across multiple markets.
The system continuously monitors regulatory developments in different jurisdictions and translates them into structured insights. This allows teams to stay informed about changes, anticipate new requirements, and make informed decisions without having to manually track complex regulations.
Supporting the Entire Product Lifecycle
Cleo Labs’ platform is built to support both pre launch and ongoing compliance processes. For new products, it generates tailored regulatory checklists based on the target market, helping teams prepare for entry more efficiently.
Once products are in the market, the system continues to monitor regulatory updates and provides real time alerts. These alerts include analysis of potential business impact, enabling companies to respond quickly and adjust their strategies as needed.
By automating these processes, the platform allows organisations to manage larger volumes of regulatory requirements without increasing resources, improving both efficiency and scalability.
Turning Compliance into Strategy
Co founder Naomie Halioua has emphasised that the company’s goal is to transform compliance from a constraint into a strategic advantage. Instead of reacting to regulatory changes, businesses can use Cleo Labs’ platform to anticipate developments and plan accordingly.
This shift is particularly important in industries where speed to market is critical. By reducing delays and improving visibility, the platform helps companies launch products faster while maintaining compliance.
Expanding Across Markets
The newly raised funding will be used to enhance the platform’s capabilities and expand its feature set. Cleo Labs also plans to accelerate its commercial growth across Europe, while preparing for further international expansion, including entry into the United States.
As global trade continues to grow and regulations become more complex, the demand for efficient compliance solutions is expected to increase. Cleo Labs is positioning itself at the forefront of this trend, offering a technology driven approach to managing regulatory challenges.
With its focus on automation, real time insights, and scalability, the company is working to redefine how businesses approach compliance in an increasingly interconnected world.
