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--> 13 ambitious early-stage startups have been selected for the pre-seed “Fintech Accelerator Program” by Tenity, with Singapore as its base.
--> The cohort shows exciting solutions in ESG, Insurtech, Enterprise AI and Cybersecurity, addressing pain points faced by financial services.
--> The startups will receive an initial SGD 70K investment from the Tenity Incubation Fund II and a potential follow-on investment of up to SGD 350K.
Tenity is pleased to announce the selection of 13 pioneering early-stage startups for Batch VIII from over 100 applicants. This groundbreaking Fall cohort, based at the Tenity Singapore Hub, will receive comprehensive support and mentorship to enhance and scale their groundbreaking startups.
Jun Ho Bae, Investment Director at Tenity shared: “It is a great pleasure to have found these very capable entrepreneurs, and we look forward to building a bright future together, redefining boundaries in financial services and enriching the lives of consumers and businesses through technology.”
Over the next four months, these founders will immerse themselves in an intensive program, split into four masterclass weeks, featuring workshops and events focused on product-market fit, marketing, and fundraising. Participants will benefit from personalized support in the form of training, coaching and mentoring from the Tenity team of seasoned experts as well as access to Tenity's extensive ecosystem, including over 280 alumni, more than 200 mentors, and a network of 170+ investors.
With this vast network, startups can expect a close and insightful guidance on topics such as building relationships with VCs, runway management, working with corporates, international expansion, raising with angels, lean canvas workshops and many fireside chats with alumni from Tenity’s previous incubation batches. The program is strategically designed to ensure that the cohort would be investor-ready at the pinnacle of their four-month journey – a Demo Day held on the 21st of November. The startups will showcase their progress and pitch to an audience of investors, corporate partners, and industry leaders.
Finnley Lee, Tenity Singapore Head of Operations and Delivery commented:
“The strength of our founders lies not just in their innovative ideas but in their deep domain expertise and relentless drive to solve real-world problems. With this cohort, we're backing a group of entrepreneurs who are not only poised to disrupt the fintech landscape but also to build solutions that can scale globally. We’re excited to support their journey and witness their growth as they turn potential into impactful outcomes.”
Aona AI | Australia
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Cents2Bills| Australia
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Circular Unite Pte Ltd | Singapore
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Crafty | Australia
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FinCatch | Hong Kong
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InsureCow Tech Pte. Ltd | Bangladesh
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LUNASH | Indonesia
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MoneyPlanned | India
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PayTring | India
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Pype AI | India
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Shieldbase AI | Singapore
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Trivium | Singapore
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Zavior | Singapore
Zavior leverages AI to assist digital-first businesses in meeting their governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) needs, aligning with both local and international frameworks like ISO/IEC 27001. The platform also assists businesses in complying with regulatory requirements such as the Personal Data Protection Act, streamlining the entire compliance process.
Applications are now open for our Spring 2025 Tenity Fintech Accelerators in Singapore, Zurich, and Tallinn. Don’t miss this opportunity!
About Tenity:
Tenity is a global fintech incubator and accelerator that supports early-stage startups in developing and scaling innovative solutions. With a focus on nurturing talent and driving growth, Tenity offers a comprehensive program that includes mentorship, financial support, and access to a vast network of industry partners. Established in 2015, Tenity has a proven track record of success and is dedicated to transforming the financial services industry through innovation.