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We are thrilled to share insights from our first #SixPointSummit held in Miami last January! Our latest blog post delves into an essential topic for fintech lenders: "How to Move Beyond Early Stage to Growth Stage – Key Considerations and Trends for Growth Stage Investors." Moderated by Jose A. Colorado G. from SixPoint Capital Management, this discussion featured a distinguished panel: - Alvaro Perezcano - Speedinvest - Matias Barbero – FJ Labs - Andres Pesce – Kayyak Ventures - Adrián Araujo – Mittel - Sebastian Molina Gasman, CFA – Accion Venture Lab The panel explored vital strategies for scaling operations, the significance of governance, and emerging trends in fintech investment. Their expert perspectives provide valuable guidance for navigating the transition from early stage to growth stage. Discover the key takeaways and strategic insights in our blog: https://lnkd.in/ekmEnxTi Thank you to all who participated and made our summit a success! #SixPointSummit #Fintech #GrowthStage #InvestmentInsights #MiamiConference

Question - In regional FinTech scaleups, which sectors are growing revenue most quickly? We have the answer and it will be revealed next week - We have partnered with Innovate Finance and Whitecap Consulting to produce a detailed report: "Scaling UK Regional FinTech", which we are launching next week on Tuesday 16 April at the Innovate Finance Global Summit (IFGS) in London. Here's what you can expect from the report: - Discover the common characteristics shared by successful regional FinTech scaleups - Learn from the firsthand experiences of companies that have successfully scaled - Read about how to help UK FinTech firms successfully scale up ➡️To register for a copy of the report, please click here: https://lnkd.in/ebf7q82K #FinTech #ScaleUp #RegionalGrowth #UKInnovation #IFGS2024 #IFGSis10

Can Spanish Fintech Unicorns Survive the Downturn? Our experts analyze the rise of these innovative firms & strategies for navigating a changing market. Explore the full story: https://t.ly/Wa8ry #FinTech #Spain #Investment #FinancialAdvisors #invest #finance

Strategic partnerships are often the key to growth, especially when breaking into complex markets like credit unions. Data platform Ascent Platform's recent expansion into this space is an excellent case study in how fintechs can leverage the expertise and networks of Credit Union Service Organization (CUSO) and corporate VC investors. One key to Ascent's strategy, according to CEO Arjun Sahgal was working closely with two specialized investors: Reseda Group, a major player in the CUSO space, and TruStage Ventures, a venture capital arm of a long-standing credit union partner. These investors brought not just capital, but also essential industry relationships and insights that generalist investors couldn't offer. Reseda Group, for instance, provided Ascent important guidance on navigating the credit union industry, helping them understand the nuances of selling into and providing services to credit unions. TruStage Ventures, on the other hand, offered a broader perspective on the entire credit union ecosystem, advising Ascent on how to cater to the diverse needs of different credit unions. Ascent's proactive approach to utilizing these resources was also crucial. They actively sought specific resources, understood their investors' strategic role, provided regular updates, equipped their investors with necessary tools, stayed aligned with their investors' strategic developments, and proactively explored hidden opportunities. The core takeaway? In fintech, investor relationships can be more than just a capital source. In nuanced markets, specialized investors can provide strategic value, industry knowledge, and networks that can propel a fintech's growth. Fintech entrepreneurs, how are you leveraging your investor relationships? And investors, how are you adding value beyond capital? #Fintech #CreditUnions #InvestorRelations

🚀 Exciting News in UK FinTech! 🌟 🦄 A new fintech body has been launched called the Unicorn Council for UK FinTech (UCFT) 🌐 🌈 The aim of the body is to “improve policy, perception, and liquidity for the FinTech sector by amplifying a unified industry voice on the key priorities of CEOs, investors and board members to scale their FinTech organisations.” 🚀 📈 In other words, unlock growth. 🌍 🤝 Members are like a who’s who of top draw UK fintech, including: 10x Banking, Modular, Monzo Bank, OakNorth, Revolut, Thought Machine, TrueLayer, and Zopa Bank. 🦄 📉 In recent years there has been a noticeable gap in successful scale-up stories. 🌟 🌍 By amplifying a unified industry voice, my hope is that the Council can advocate for solutions that empower CEOs, investors, and board members to scale their fintechs effectively. 🚀 🌟 Wishing success to Innovate Finance and everyone involved in the UCFT! 🌈    https://lnkd.in/ds5bBE3R #ArtificialIntelligence #BankingIndustry #Business #DigitalTransformation #Economy #Entrepreneur #Entrepreneurship #Fundraising #LeanStartUps #OpenBanking #Payments #Startups #VentureCapital

US fintech CapWay has shut down, with founder Sheena Allen announcing on LinkedIn that the start-up "is no longer an active business". For daily news and analysis subscribe to the https://lnkd.in/gnPcGRKf newsletter. #Banking #Finance #Fintech

As we anticipate the next market cycle, it's crucial to showcase the trifecta of success: product market fit, a scalable business model, and an omni-channel distribution strategy #fintech #growSME

US fintech CapWay has shut down, with founder Sheena Allen announcing on LinkedIn that the start-up "is no longer an active business". For daily news and analysis subscribe to the https://lnkd.in/grcK6QEX newsletter. #Payments #Finance #Fintech

GGV Capital U.S.’s Hans Tung spoke with TechCrunch about this year’s #FintechInnovation50, revealing trends in lending, treasury management, and the rise of the CFO stack. The #FI50 list of 50 companies shows promising developments on the horizon. 🌐 Learn more about these trends in this deep dive by Alex Wilhelm and Anna Heim: https://lnkd.in/eUwNpsDR

There aren't many places that can boast as many Fintech success as the UK... Over the past six years, 30% of all VC investment has gone into Fintech, and the sector accounts for roughly one-third of the UK's unicorns to date. From building on solid financial foundations, to the wealth of talent in the sector, here's a great piece on why the UK has become such a popular destination for financial innovation: https://lnkd.in/eGZbKHrt #fintech #fintechtalent #investment #finance