Astra Financial

Astra Financial is a technology company based in San Francisco, specializing in advanced payment infrastructure for real-time money transfers. Founded in 2016, Astra provides a proprietary API that simplifies bank-to-bank and card-based payments, enabling developers to integrate instant payment capabilities into their products seamlessly. The company's platform offers a comprehensive solution for instant payments, including disbursements, account funding, and bank transfers. Astra's API supports various payment flows, such as person-to-person and merchant settlements, with features designed for risk reduction and compliance. Their services include instant disbursement solutions, payment orchestration, and automated transfer processes, all aimed at enhancing speed and security for fintech products, financial institutions, and enterprises. Astra collaborates with partners like Cross River Bank and Visa Direct to deliver efficient payment solutions across multiple sectors, including consumer lending, healthcare, and gaming.