Kickstarting Innovation Partnerships between startups and corporates
INNOVATION CHALLENGE
an exciting new innovation series
Addressing solutions to real-world problems
Launching on February 3rd, 2025, our first challenge focuses on delivering innovation in the payments landscape. In partnership with Pay360, Europe’s premier payments event, fintechs will tackle real problem statements sourced directly from leading corporates.
Winners will pitch their solutions at Pay360’s Innovation Stage, gaining exposure to over 6,000 industry professionals.
who is it for?
Established fintechs
Fintechs should be clearly established and be able to demonstrate they have the resource and maturity to partner with a large corporate to deliver on an innovation challenge if their solution is chosen. Can be UK based or from an overseas market. English will be the primary language.
Corporates
Corporate partners should have a clear problem statement and brief, the time to answer any questions during the challenge and a commitment to working with the winning team post-challenge to progess to a proof of concept.
UPCOMING CHALLENGES
Enhancing Accessibility & Inclusion
Project Nemo is dedicated to improving accessibility and the disabled customer experience in financial products and services.
Their mission is to break down barriers and encourage businesses to think differently about accessibility, ensuring that financial services are inclusive and equitable for all.
By partnering with Fintech Fringe and Pay360, Project Nemo aims to drive meaningful change in the fintech industry, making accessibility a core consideration in every stage of product development and customer interaction.
HOW IT WORKS
here's the journey
Our Innovation Challenge Series is designed to provide a seamless and impactful experience for both corporates and fintechs.
Corporates submit real-world problem statements.
Fintechs apply to address these challenges.
Selected fintechs receive expert guidance.
Develop and refine your innovative solutions.
Shortlisted fintechs present solutions at high-profile events.
Winners gain industry exposure and partnership opportunities.
get involved
Our challenges are run through our platform. Everyone needs an account to take part. All challenges will be posted there on launch.
Sign up so when the challenges go live, your company can apply for the chance to showcase its unique problem-solving cabilities.
Submit your fintech challenges and connect with fintechs keen to apply their innovative thinking to your needs.
Show your support for fintech innovation by sponsoring and increase your visibility with the startup ecosystem.