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Visa Everywhere Initiative: Looking for the next generation of fintech

In an era where technology and finance intersect more deeply than ever before, the Visa Everywhere Initiative stands out as a beacon for fintech startups around the world. It is an opportunity that fintech entrepreneurs dream of, offering not just a big prize of $100,000, but also a platform to highlight their innovations at the TechCrunch Disrupt event in San Francisco. The opportunity that Visa offers to the fintech startups to pitch their solutions on stage at TechCrunch Disrupt and have their pitches live-streamed worldwide is a transformative experience. This unique platform not only catapults these startups into the global spotlight but also bridges the gap between their technologies and potential investors or partners attending or watching the event. This can be particularly valuable for startups in their early stages, where exposure and networks are as critical as funding.

Launched in 2015, the Visa Everywhere Initiative has grown significantly, reaching over one hundred countries, and engaging nearly 15,000 startups. Its mission is straightforward yet impactful: to challenge and empower fintech innovators to contribute to the future of payments and commerce. The initiative focuses on key areas relevant to the evolution of financial services, including money movement, digital issuance, cross border payments, open banking, embedded finance, and cloud computing, among others.

“By supporting these global innovators, Visa is not just shaping the future of payments, but also ensuring more dynamic financial tools will reach every corner of the world. The diverse perspectives and fresh ideas of these founders have the potential to shape how we pay, save, and invest tomorrow.”  Said Vanessa Colella, Visa Head of Global Digital Partnerships in support of the program.

For fintech startups looking to make a mark on the global stage, the Visa Everywhere Initiative stands for an unparalleled opportunity. As the initiative continues to evolve, it promises to keep fueling the next wave of fintech innovation, ensuring that the future of finance is bright and accessible to all.

Ready to shape the future of payments?

Join the Visa Everywhere Initiative 2024 if you are a fintech startup with a creative and effective solution for the payments industry. This could be your opportunity to participate in a global competition and be a part of a select group of emerging talent in fintech. You have the potential to become the next Visa Everywhere Initiative Global Champion!

To learn more about the Visa Everywhere Initiative, deadlines and how to be part of it, visit the website Visa Everywhere Initiative 2024.
If you are ready to register go to the Visa Everywhere Initiative global application form.


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