Retail Media Wednesday, September 16, 2026

ShopMy raises $70M to expand creator commerce infrastructure

ShopMy secured $70 million in funding at a $1.5 billion valuation to support its affiliate infrastructure connecting over 185,000 creators.

The numbers

US$70 million ShopMy raised US$70 million in funding
US$1.5 billion ShopMy secured funding at a US$1.5 billion valuation
185,000 ShopMy connected premium brands to over 185,000 creators
200% ShopMy posted 200% revenue growth year-on-year
81 81 creator economy deals closed in 2025

Sources

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