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All good meetings start with a coffee, right? ☕🤝 This definitely rings true for dLocal, who is a legacy sponsor of the official coffee lounge at Money20/20 USA. Through this, they've met with thousands of prospective customers and partners, chatting all things global payments and emerging markets over a fresh cup of joe. Since their first sponsorship with us in 2016, they've grown from small startup, to unicorn status, to a publicly traded company, all while investing in our shows to support their growth goals. Learn more about dLocal's success story at Money20/20. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/enFje6qM

LiveFlow, founded by Lasse Kalkar, Anita Koimur, and Evan O'Brien, just raised a $13.5 million Series A led by Valar Ventures LLC. This significant investment highlights a growing trend: VCs are increasingly recognizing the immense potential of Fintech solutions that modernize professional financial services. LiveFlow, with its AI-powered accounting automation platform, exemplifies this shift. This investment highlights several key takeaways for the market: > Untapped potential in back-office solutions: LiveFlow's success, serving clients from global firms like BDO and KLR to brands like Wendy's and Crumbl Cookies, demonstrates the appetite for solutions that streamline essential, yet often overlooked, financial processes.  > AI unlocks new possibilities in accounting: LiveFlow demonstrates how AI-powered tools can reshape financial data processing and analysis, attracting substantial VC investment.  > Empowering, not replacing: LiveFlow's focus on augmenting accountants, not replacing them, resonates with the evolving needs of the industry. This approach is likely to attract further VC interest in solutions that empower finance professionals. #fintech #venturecapital #AI #accounting #automation

What makes Money20/20 Europe money’s biggest show? It's the: 🎤 Powerhouse speakers 🤯 Game-changing insights 🎉 Raw, unfiltered excitement and innovation that comes with having fintech's finest under one roof for three whole days. And so much more! 📸 What's your favourite Money20/20 moment?

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🚨 🎤 NEW KEYNOTE ALERT! Excited to announce that Sarah Friar, CFO of OpenAI, will be speaking at #Money2020USA! You might be familiar with OpenAI because of ChatGPT, but now the company is diving into enterprise with a major focus on financial services. And guess where its making its first big play? Right at our show. Sarah's session is not to be missed! Full agenda 👉 https://lnkd.in/ecT5Ur7Z

NetNow Inc.'s recent $1.8M pre-seed round, led by Ripple Ventures, sends a strong signal to VCs about emerging opportunities in the fintech space. Here's why this is significant: > Vertical SaaS is heating up: NetNow's focus on credit management for the building materials industry demonstrates the potential of vertical SaaS solutions within fintech. VCs should pay close attention to startups tailoring financial services to specific industry needs. > AI is key: NetNow's use of AI for credit scoring and risk assessment highlights the growing importance of this technology in fintech. VCs should prioritize startups leveraging AI to streamline processes and improve decision-making. > Underserved markets offer untapped potential: NetNow's success in targeting the building materials sector shows that opportunities exist beyond traditional fintech markets. VCs should explore startups addressing the financial needs of niche industries. > Early-stage investments can yield strong returns: NetNow's ability to secure a significant pre-seed round indicates investor confidence in their potential. This highlights the opportunity for VCs to identify and back promising early-stage fintech companies. NetNow's funding round serves as a valuable reminder for VCs to stay agile and look beyond the obvious. By focusing on vertical SaaS, AI-driven solutions, and underserved markets, investors can capitalize. #fintech #venturecapital #AI #SaaS #buildingmaterials #creditmanagement

What do companies like NVIDIA, OpenAI, Anthropic, IBM, Google, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft, Oracle, Snowflake, Rocket Mortgage, Klarna, Stripe, and Apple all have in common?! They'll be at #Money2020USA! It's the place where AI power players come together for meaningful conversations and strategic business partnerships with banking and fintech brands. And we don't think you'll want to miss it! It's not too late to grab your pass! Get all the details here ➡️https://lnkd.in/gXcXvPvP

The wait is over! We're thrilled to unveil the first wave of rockstar speakers for #Money2020Asia 2025. 🌟 And this is just the beginning of an incredible lineup redefining the future of money in Asia and beyond. Ready to join electrifying discussions? Get your pass now and save $800 before prices rise: https://lnkd.in/gAtKZQKu Chalee Asavathiratham, Shailesh Baidwan, Veronica Colondam, Nandini Joshi, Pepijn Kok, Pornthip Kongchun, Erika Fille Legara, Fred Lim, Raja Teh Maimunah, John Howard Medina, Takeshi Nagasawa, Hans Patuwo, Axel Winter, Geraldine Wong, PhD, Melissa Wong, Wei Z.

The most influential artificial intelligence, banking and fintech brands and leaders all come together at Money20/20. And what's ironic is that those key conversations around AI and technology are more productive and more impactful IN-PERSON at our show. That one key conversation with a fellow attendee has the potential to change everything... Ready to experience the power of #Money2020USA? Register for your pass ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eTMpYukg

Posting Mon, Sep 30 2024  Apron, a UK-based fintech focused on invoice processing for SMEs, just raised a $30 million Series B funding round. Led by Zinal Growth, with participation from existing investors like Bessemer Venture Partners, Tony Fadell (of iPod fame and Build Collective), and Index Ventures, this news goes beyond just one company's success. It speaks volumes about where the smart money in fintech is moving. Here's why this matters to VCs: > SME Fintech is Hot: Apron's significant growth since its Series A, led by Index Ventures just last year, demonstrates the untapped potential of the SME financial solutions market.  > Investor Confidence: With major players like Zinal Growth, Bessemer Venture Partners, and Tony Fadell doubling down on Apron, it signals strong confidence in this segment. This could trigger a wave of new investment in similar fintechs catering to the underserved SME market. > Beyond the Hype: While many fintechs chase the latest trends, Apron's focus on solving fundamental pain points for businesses, like invoice processing and expense management, highlights the value of practical solutions. VCs might want to shift their focus towards fintechs with tangible value propositions and strong unit economics. > Competition is Heating Up: This funding will allow Apron to expand its team and product offerings, putting pressure on other players in the space. Expect to see increased competition and potentially consolidation as the market matures. The key takeaway? Apron's Series B isn't just about capital; it's a case study in identifying and investing in fintechs that solve real-world problems for a large, underserved market. This is where the future of fintech lies. #fintech #venturecapital #SME #investmentopportunities