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Ripjar, a London and New York-based technology provider in risk and threat intelligence, has secured a majority growth investment from Long Ridge Equity Partners as industry veteran Tom Obermaier joins as CEO, succeeding co-founders Jeremy Annis and Tom Griffin. Obermaier, with over 30 years in risk and compliance, aims to enhance Ripjar’s global reach and support clients amid complex regulatory demands. Ripjar, recognised for its advanced RiskGPT solutions, offers AI-driven tools for detecting and managing threats, aiding financial firms, corporations, and governments. Obermaier’s experience as a former Chief Risk Officer at Citibank and Deutsche Bank positions him to drive Ripjar's innovation and international expansion, strengthening its value proposition for risk management. The former CEO, Annis, will continue to contribute as a Board member, supporting Ripjar’s ongoing growth.
