Fintech Everywhere: What to Expect at SXSW 2024
SXSW 2024 is just around the corner, and if you’re a fintech enthusiast, you won’t want to miss it. The annual music, film, and technology festival will showcase some of the most innovative fintech startups, speakers, and panels from March 8 to March 16 in Austin, Texas. Here are some highlights to look forward to:
SXSW Pitch
SXSW Pitch is the main event at SXSW, featuring 50 selected startups across eight categories presenting their products to industry experts, media professionals, investors, and potential clients. Categories include Artificial Intelligence, Voice and Robotics; Enterprise and Smart Data; Entertainment, Media and Content; Extended Reality and Web3; Future of Work; Food, Nutrition, and Health; Innovative Global Technologies; and Smart Cities, Transportation, and Sustainability.
Fintech startups will present in categories such as Enterprise and Smart Data, Entertainment, Media and Content, and Innovative Global Technologies. Examples include social well-being, supply chain, payments and fintech, aerospace and flight technology, biotechnology and nanotechnology, pet technology, drones, home refinancing, defense and security measures, quantum computing, and computer chip technology.
The deadline for SXSW Pitch applications is November 12, 2023, so if you have a fintech startup to showcase, don’t miss this opportunity to apply.
SXSW PanelPicker
SXSW PanelPicker is a platform where anyone can submit and vote for sessions they want to see at SXSW. The voting period for SXSW 2024 is from August 9 to August 26, 2023, so you still have time to cast your votes and influence the final program.
Many fintech-related sessions have been submitted to SXSW PanelPicker, covering topics such as financial inclusion, mobile wallets, blockchain, cryptocurrencies, digital banking, regulation, innovation, and more. Some sessions you can check out and vote for include:
– Fintech Everywhere: The Future of All Businesses: Exploring how fintech is revolutionizing the way businesses operate beyond central financial and banking industries.
– Fintech Mobile Wallets: Empowerment, Inclusion, Leadership: Examining the transformative power of fintech in driving financial inclusion and empowering marginalized communities.
Networking at SXSW
SXSW is not just about learning and discovering but also about connecting and collaborating. The festival offers numerous opportunities for fintech enthusiasts to network with experts, investors, and potential partners. You can join various events like meetings, lounges, parties, mentoring sessions, pitch competitions, and more to expand your network and share ideas.
You can also use the SXSW app to find and chat with other attendees, schedule meetings, and create your personalized agenda. The app will help you navigate festival locations, access the latest news and updates, and discover new content and experiences.
SXSW 2024 promises to be an exciting and inspiring event for fintech lovers. Whether you’re a founder, investor, professional, or a curious learner, you’ll find something tailored to your interests and goals. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the global fintech community and witness the future of all businesses. You may register at sxsw.com
