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FinTech 2022 Applications
Deadline Extended! Applications Close October 12, 2021

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About FinTech

We believe solving massive challenges in fintech is possible when the world’s best startups and industry leaders work together. 
 
MassChallenge FinTech (MCFT) accelerates financial innovation by matching top digital financial startups with industry-leading strategic partners to work on demonstration projects that achieve actionable results and by convening the top digital financial community in the world to improve financial resources.

In 2021, we accelerated 30 startups and generated 34 partnerships91% of which extended beyond the program. Get more insights into the 2020 program and our goals for 2021 in our annual Impact Report.


Program Benefits
 

  • Results-driven partnership with one or more industry leaders: see our 2021 partners' reverse pitches 
  • Growth support and in-kind resources through partners such as FinTech Sandbox, Goodwin Procter, and Brandeis International Business School  
  • Tailored deep-dive sessions with industry experts to strengthen your enterprise-readiness as you scale  
  • Equity-free program stipends, expert mentorship, and direct access to the Boston fintech and finserv ecosystem

 

 

Read the FinTech Partner Challenge Statements!


Program Timeline

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*Deadline extended! Applications close October 12, 2021

 

 

Thank You to our FinTech Founding Challenge Partners

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Thank You to our FinTech Champion Partners

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Thank You to our FinTech Community Partners

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How to Apply

Questions? Attend an Info Session
Register for an upcoming Info Session to learn more about the program, our partners, and our proven methodology to help startups scale. Register here

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Advisor Tools & Insights  

Data Management  

Digitalization  

Social Impact  

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Blockchain Technology & DeFi  

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Behavioral Finance  

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Compliance Solutions  

Health & Wealth  

Financial Literacy  

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Personal and Business Financial Tools  

New Customer Acquisition  

Cloud Management  

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Lead Strategy & Management  

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