Fintech Everywhere: What to Expect at SXSW 2024
SXSW 2024 is just around the corner, and if you are a fintech enthusiast, you won’t want to miss it. The annual festival of music, film, and technology will feature some of the most innovative and cutting-edge fintech startups, speakers, and panels from March 8-16 in Austin, Texas. Here are some of the highlights that you can look forward to:
SXSW Pitch
SXSW Pitch is the flagship event of SXSW, where 50 selected startups from eight categories will showcase their products and services to a panel of industry experts, media professionals, investors, and potential customers. The categories include Artificial Intelligence, Voice, & Robotics; Enterprise & Smart Data; Entertainment, Media & Content; Extended Reality and Web3; Future of Work; Food, Nutrition, & Health; Innovative World Technologies; and Smart Cities, Transportation & Sustainability.
Fintech startups will be featured in several categories, such as Enterprise & Smart Data, Entertainment, Media & Content, and Innovative World Technologies. Some of the examples that might fit into these categories are societal good, social networking, supply chain, payment and fintech, aerospace and flight technology, biotechnology and nanotechnology, pet tech, drones, home refinancing, defense and security measures, quantum computing and computer chip technology, and more.
The application deadline for SXSW Pitch is November 12, 2023, so if you have a fintech startup that you want to showcase to the world, don’t miss this opportunity to apply.
SXSW PanelPicker
SXSW PanelPicker is a platform where anyone can submit and vote for the sessions that 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.
There are many fintech-related sessions that have been submitted for SXSW PanelPicker, covering topics such as financial inclusion, mobile wallets, blockchain, cryptocurrency, digital banking, regulation, innovation, and more. Here are some of the sessions that you might want to check out and vote for:
– Fintech Everywhere: The Future of Every Business: This panel will explore how fintech is revolutionizing how businesses operate beyond the core financial and banking industries. The speakers will include representatives from Portage Ventures ($3B+ AUM Fin-tech VC), Compass ($30B food service organization), Mirza (Fintech startup for employee childcare) and Notch (Restaurant invoicing and payment automation).
– Fintech Mobile Wallets: Empowerment, Inclusion, Leadership: This session will explore the transformative power of fintech in driving financial inclusion and empowering marginalized communities. By leveraging technology and innovative solutions, we can bridge the gaps and create equal access to financial services for all.
SXSW Networking
SXSW is not only about learning and discovering, but also about connecting and collaborating. The festival offers many opportunities for networking with other fintech enthusiasts, experts, investors, and potential partners. You can join various events, such as meetups, lounges, parties, mentor sessions, pitch competitions, and more, to expand your network and exchange ideas.
You can also use the SXSW app to find and chat with other attendees, schedule meetings, and create your own personalized agenda. The app will also help you navigate the festival venues, access the latest news and updates, and discover new content and experiences.
SXSW 2024 is shaping up to be an exciting and inspiring event for fintech lovers. Whether you are a founder, an investor, a professional, or a curious learner, you will find something that suits your interests and goals. Don’t miss this chance to be part of the global fintech community and witness the future of every business. Register and book your hotel early for the best rates, and subscribe to event updates to stay in the SX know. See you in 2024!
