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PayNearMe Raises $20M

Electronic cash transaction network PayNearMe has closed a $20 million round of financing led by GSV Capital. August Capital, Khosla Ventures, Maveron and True Ventures also participated in the round. PayNearMe says it will use the funds to continue expansion into existing categories, while launching into new vertical markets.

Knewton Raises $51 Million

Education technology company Knewton has raised $51 million. The investment was led by Atomico, with participation from GSV Capital, as well as existing investors...

Coursera Raises $43 Million

Coursera has closed $43M in Series B funding from GSV Capital, International Finance Corporation (the investment arm of the World Bank), Laureate Education, Learn...