<h1>Lorien Finance Secures $2.25M to Enhance AI-Driven Education Loans, Expanding Reach in India's Tier 2 and 3 Cities.</h1> Lorien Finance, a fintech company connecting global capital markets with students from emerging economies, has raised $2.25 million in Pre-Series A funding. The funding round, led by FlatIronX and supported by investors like Seedstars International Ventures and Ahimsa Capital, aims to transform global education financing by leveraging AI-driven lending and a global lender network. Lorien Finance plans to expand its reach in India, particularly in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, and enhance its AI-driven risk assessment technology. The company offers a range of financial services, including education loans, to make quality education more accessible and affordable for students.