15 Startups selected for Startupbootcamp’s 2024 Sustainable Fintech Accelerator Programme
Startupbootcamp have unveiled the 15 trailblazing startups that will shape the future of finance as part of their 2024 Sustainable Fintech Accelerator, each developing critical solutions that will shape the future of finance.
Handpicked from over 10,000 startups analysed, these innovators represent the cutting edge of sustainable financial solutions, from combating fraud and harnessing generative AI to embedding finance into everyday life and navigating the emerging metaverse.
Supported by Startupbootcamp’s Sustainable Fintech Fund, this second cohort builds on the success of the 2023 program and represents Startupbootcamp’s ongoing commitment to driving impactful change at the intersection of financial technology and sustainability. These startups are leading the charge in solving real-world financial challenges, and together with Startupbootcamp’s global network of investors, mentors and corporate partners, they are setting the blueprint for the next generation of finance.
Identical to last year’s accelerator programme, the 2024 cohort will also focus on five key themes at the intersection of sustainability and fintech:
- Fraud Prevention
- Generative AI
- Embedded Finance
- Sustainable Finance
- Financial Services in the Metaverse
Meet the Startups:
● Ajé: Blockchain-powered social commerce platform that ensures secure transactions through an escrow system, offering dispute resolution.
● Cxingularity: AI-driven platform catalysing credit risk assessment and financial decision-making.
● Embifi: Comprehensive EV lending platform that helps financially deprived borrowers in Tier 2,3 cities secure and access frictionless financing from lenders.
● ePerks: Payment and loyalty platform that enhances customer engagement while promoting eco-friendly practices.
● Finite Pay: fintech that aims to boost financial inclusion in Africa by making payments easy and accessible for everyone.
● Insaaph Capital: Building an investment platform to create tokenized access to global public and private markets, via a single destination.
● Meta Carbon: Carbon management platform offering Sellers new revenue streams and Buyers tools to meet their sustainability goals.
● Our Leg Up: Building Australia’s “Bank of Mum and Dad,” helping partner lenders democratise access to homeownership.
● PayToMe.co: AI-powered fintech platform that simplifies and automates global payments and cross-border transactions.
● Retailloop Technologies: AI-powered Enterprise Commerce and Retail Platform for Emerging Markets.
● Scholar Saver: AI-powered app designed to help students manage their finances effortlessly.
● ShaBaas Pay: An instant payment and invoice app for Australian businesses.
● Snapcash: AI-powered innovative payment platform that rewards social media influencers and creators with direct cashback on every shop for promoting sustainable brands
● Tygr Money: Digitising informal lending with an easy-to-use mobile app, initially in India.
● VaulFi: Enabling access to digital financial services for MENA.
A Step Towards a Brighter Future
This year’s accelerator cohort is not just about innovation – it’s about impact. As part of Startupbootcamp’s global bold mission to invest in 100,000 impact-driven startups by 2030, these 15 startups will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of sustainable finance and beyond.
Startupbootcamp welcome back Tim Poskitt as Managing Director of the Sustainable Fintech Accelerator program after successfully leading the 2023 program. Tim’s passion for fintech and sustainability continues to drive this initiative forward.
As Tim often says, “Innovation will save the world. By fostering sustainable fintech solutions, we are not just driving technological advancement, but actively contributing to a healthier planet and a more equitable financial future.”
Startupbootcamp are excited to see the progress these startups make over the coming months, and they invite you to be part of the journey. Whether you’re interested in becoming a mentor or simply want to learn more about the programme, click here or contact Tim directly at [email protected].
Together, we continue shaping the future of finance, one startup at a time.
