Fintech World Cup

Welcome to FinTech World Cup (FWC), a ground-breaking event powered by Dubai FinTech Summit that brings together the brightest minds in the FinTech ecosystem from around the globe.

FWC is more than just a competition; it's a platform designed to foster innovation, collaboration, and transformation within the financial technology sector.

Innovate, Compete, Elevate: Unleashing FinTech Excellence

At FinTech World Cup, we are dedicated to shaping the future of FinTech and finance. With the goal of solving the finance world's biggest challenges through ground-breaking solutions, we attract the world's most promising startups and provide them with the resources they need to accelerate their ideas into reality.

FWC offers a unique opportunity for startups to not only secure funding but also to form strategic synergies, partnerships, and connections that can pave the way for their organic growth and market expansion.

FWC encourages startups from all stages of the FinTech sector to apply. Our application review committee, consisting of representatives from venture capital firms, incubators, and angel investors, evaluates the applications based on a range of criteria:

Must have experience
building companies

Innovation & creativity in resume

Excited about startups

Has been funded or vetted by VC or startup incubator

FWC welcomes startups at various stages:

Early Stage

  • MVP
  • Clear understanding of competition
  • Realistic funding plan/strategy
  • The first team

Mid Stage

  • Growth strategy
  • Scalable model
  • Team track record
  • Proof of concept (POC)
  • Path for scaling

Late Stage

  • Growth strategy
  • Scalable model
  • Team track record
  • Proof of concept (POC)
  • Path for scaling
  • Path to exit

Each startup gets 7 minutes in total:

5

Minutes to pitch

2

Minutes for Q&A from the judging panel

Startups will be judged on a scale of 1 to 10 (1 being least and 10 being highest) based on the following criteria:

  • Idea
  • Problem Statement
  • Business Model
  • Solution
  • Key Financials
  • Market
  • Traction
  • Team

Regional competitions are conducted in collaboration with our esteemed regional partners. Startups submit their applications, which undergo thorough evaluation by a panel of judges appointed by our regional partners. The top 10-15 startups from the pre-selection round get the opportunity to pitch their innovative solutions in front of both the judging panel and the audience during a live pitching event.

Winner Benefits - Regional Pitch Competition:

Mentorship and Networking

Winners receive mentorship from esteemed judges and engage with VCs and community experts, gaining invaluable insights and industry connections.

Trescon
Credits

Winners are awarded Trescon Credits worth US$ 5000, which can be utilized towards sponsoring or exhibiting at any Trescon event worldwide.

Exhibition
Opportunity

Winners secure a free exhibition space at the Dubai FinTech Summit 2024 within the Startup Exhibitor Category, enhancing their visibility and engagement.

Trophy of
Recognition

A prestigious Regional Pitch Competition Winner Trophy celebrates the achievements of the startup and highlights their innovative approach.

Access to Grand Finale

Regional winners earn the privilege of participating in the Grand Finale pitch competition at the Dubai FinTech Summit 2024, held on 6-7 May.

Global
Exposure

Winners gain exposure through various channels including emails to a global database of 1M+, social media coverage on official Dubai FinTech Summit and partner channels, and extensive coverage by

Pitch Video Publication

The startup's pitch competition video will be showcased on Dubai FinTech Summit channels, amplifying their presence in the FinTech ecosystem.

The culmination of FWC is the Grand Finale, where regional winners compete for the ultimate prize. The Grand Finale, hosted during the Dubai FinTech Summit on 6-7 May 2024 at Madinat Jumeirah, provides a platform for the top 10 startups to showcase their solutions to a global audience of investors and potential partners.

Winner Benefits - Grand Finale:

Grand Prize Investment

The Grand Finale winner secures an investment prize of US$ 1,000,000, a substantial boost to accelerate their business growth.

Mentorship and Networking

Winners gain access to mentorship by esteemed judges and other community VCs, enhancing their strategic insights and industry connections.

Trescon Credit

Winners secure a free exhibition space at the Dubai FinTech Summit 2024 within the Startup Exhibitor Category, enhancing their visibility and engagement.

Winner Trophy

The winner is presented with an exclusive Winner Trophy on the Startup Stage at the Dubai FinTech Summit, symbolizing their triumph in the competition.

Global Brand Exposure

Winners are featured in an exclusive press release, announced to a global database of 1M+ individuals, and receive extensive social media coverage on official Dubai FinTech Summit channels, and mainstream, business, and FinTech media outlets.

Pitch Video Showcase

The startup's pitch competition video is published on Dubai FinTech Summit channels, further solidifying their industry presence and credibility.

Path to Success

Winners gain not only financial support but also access to strategic synergies, partnerships, and opportunities for organic business growth and market expansion through Dubai FinTech Summit connections.

Industry Recognition

The substantial investment prize and comprehensive recognition elevate the winner's status within the FinTech industry, enhancing their credibility and attracting potential partners and customers.

FWC encourages startups from all stages of the FinTech sector to apply. Our application review committee, consisting of representatives from venture capital firms, incubators, and angel investors, evaluates the applications based on a range of criteria:

Must have experience
building companies

Innovation & creativity in resume

Excited about startups

Has been funded or vetted by VC or startup incubator

FWC welcomes startups at various stages:

Early Stage

  • MVP
  • Clear understanding of competition
  • Realistic funding plan/strategy
  • The first team

Mid Stage

  • Growth strategy
  • Scalable model
  • Team track record
  • Proof of concept (POC)
  • Path for scaling

Late Stage

  • Growth strategy
  • Scalable model
  • Team track record
  • Proof of concept (POC)
  • Path for scaling
  • Path to exit

Each startup gets 7 minutes in total:

5

Minutes to pitch

2

Minutes for Q&A from the judging panel

Startups will be judged on a scale of 1 to 10 (1 being least and 10 being highest) based on the following criteria:

  • Idea
  • Problem Statement
  • Business Model
  • Solution
  • Key Financials
  • Market
  • Traction
  • Team

Regional competitions are conducted in collaboration with our esteemed regional partners. Startups submit their applications, which undergo thorough evaluation by a panel of judges appointed by our regional partners. The top 10-15 startups from the pre-selection round get the opportunity to pitch their innovative solutions in front of both the judging panel and the audience during a live pitching event.

Winner Benefits - Regional Pitch Competition:

Mentorship and Networking

Winners receive mentorship from esteemed judges and engage with VCs and community experts, gaining invaluable insights and industry connections.

Trescon
Credits

Winners are awarded Trescon Credits worth US$ 5000, which can be utilized towards sponsoring or exhibiting at any Trescon event worldwide.

Exhibition
Opportunity

Winners secure a free exhibition space at the Dubai FinTech Summit 2024 within the Startup Exhibitor Category, enhancing their visibility and engagement.

Trophy of
Recognition

A prestigious Regional Pitch Competition Winner Trophy celebrates the achievements of the startup and highlights their innovative approach.

Access to Grand Finale

Regional winners earn the privilege of participating in the Grand Finale pitch competition at the Dubai FinTech Summit 2024, held on 6-7 May.

Global
Exposure

Winners gain exposure through various channels including emails to a global database of 1M+, social media coverage on official Dubai FinTech Summit and partner channels, and extensive coverage by

Pitch Video Publication

The startup's pitch competition video will be showcased on Dubai FinTech Summit channels, amplifying their presence in the FinTech ecosystem.

The culmination of FWC is the Grand Finale, where regional winners compete for the ultimate prize. The Grand Finale, hosted during the Dubai FinTech Summit on 6-7 May 2024 at Madinat Jumeirah, provides a platform for the top 10 startups to showcase their solutions to a global audience of investors and potential partners.

Winner Benefits - Grand Finale:

Grand Prize Investment

The Grand Finale winner secures an investment prize of US$ 1,000,000, a substantial boost to accelerate their business growth.

Mentorship and Networking

Winners gain access to mentorship by esteemed judges and other community VCs, enhancing their strategic insights and industry connections.

Trescon Credit

Winners secure a free exhibition space at the Dubai FinTech Summit 2024 within the Startup Exhibitor Category, enhancing their visibility and engagement.

Winner Trophy

The winner is presented with an exclusive Winner Trophy on the Startup Stage at the Dubai FinTech Summit, symbolizing their triumph in the competition.

Global Brand Exposure

Winners are featured in an exclusive press release, announced to a global database of 1M+ individuals, and receive extensive social media coverage on official Dubai FinTech Summit channels, and mainstream, business, and FinTech media outlets.

Pitch Video Showcase

The startup's pitch competition video is published on Dubai FinTech Summit channels, further solidifying their industry presence and credibility.

Path to Success

Winners gain not only financial support but also access to strategic synergies, partnerships, and opportunities for organic business growth and market expansion through Dubai FinTech Summit connections.

Industry Recognition

The substantial investment prize and comprehensive recognition elevate the winner's status within the FinTech industry, enhancing their credibility and attracting potential partners and customers.

Join the FinTech Revolution

FWC is a transformative journey for startups, offering not only substantial funding but also a path to industry recognition, strategic partnerships, and exponential growth. By participating in FWC, startups embrace the opportunity to be part of a global movement that drives innovation and shapes the future of FinTech and finance.

Apply Now and be a part of this extraordinary opportunity to propel your FinTech innovations onto the world stage!

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