Digital Finance

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TOPIC

Digital Finance

SUITABLE FOR

Seed & Series A to B startups/scaleups

LOCATION

Frankfurt

PROGRAM DATES

28 May - 11 July, 2024

LANGUAGE

English

ECOSYSTEM

Funded by Hessen

Program Partners

Welcome to a new kind of accelerator!

We know that founders and corporate innovators face similar issues regarding regulations, fragmented data and the lack of advanced technology in the digital finance sector. It’s time for solutions.

For the first time, we are creating a new kind of FinTech accelerator that is not only for startups but for corporates, too. Our new approach is to bring both sides of the ecosystem together for multiple days on a platform established to forge pivotal connections, exchange knowledge and actively shape the future of finance with other top players in Frankfurt.

Read the official press release.

Key Dates

28

May

Program Kick-Off

With startup pitches – invite only

18

June

Workshops: Partners & founders

Topics such as regulation and compliance will highlight the day's exchange - participants only

6

June

Open Network Event

Topic: Open Finance & AI
Everyone is welcome.

2

July

Open Network Event

Topic: Embedded Finance
Everyone is welcome.

18

June

Open Network Event

Topic: Tokenization & Cybersecurity
Everyone is welcome.

11

July

The Finale

Our big finale to showcase collaborations, partners and startups in front a large audience - save the date

Who You Will Meet

Ecosystem & Media Partners

Speakers

Meet the right people.

Join the TQ Accelerator: Digital Finance and be one of 15 startups to gain key industry connections in Frankfurt’s Financial Center. This free multiple-day program not only connects you with financial experts and investors but also opens doors to generate new leads, secure your next investment, and kick-start valuable cooperation. Come together to exchange knowledge, explore emerging trends and learn more about regulation, data aggregation, cybersecurity and AI from the experts.

Topics & Solutions

Our accelerator represents a strategic initiative to foster the growth trajectory of the financial sector.

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Open & Embedded Finance Financial Data Aggregation APIs & Platforms Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)Generative AI Cyber Security Tokenization

Send Your Application

The application deadline for the 2024 startup batch closed on 7 April, but it's not too early to apply for the 2025 accelerator!

Get a jump on the competition!

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Please make sure that your startup meets the following requirements:

Seed and Series A to B startups and scaleups, located in Europe and focusing on solutions in Digital Finance

Able to be in Frankfurt for the key dates of the accelerator.

Take the stage! Share your expertise.

FinTechs leaders, founders and visionaries will take to the stage in various roles during the accelerator. Are you ready to share your insights with digital finance fans?

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Invest in the TQ Accelerator

We invite you to join an exclusive circle of industry leaders committed to propelling the finance sector forward. This program is not just an opportunity to engage with 15 of the most promising digital finance startups, but also a platform for established financial corporations to forge pivotal connections. You, as an industry leader, will come together to exchange knowledge, co-create emerging trends, and actively shape the future of finance with other top players in Frankfurt.

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The Benefits

Exclusive Access & Knowledge
We will give you access to startups working on solutions that are shaping the future of finance. You'll learn about the latest technologies from leading experts and founders working in business, science, and politics.

Positioning
Our platform will also be a stage for your experts to share their knowledge publicly. Your organization, with its logo, will also be included in promotional materials and at our live events. Finally, your team will have the chance to build events that showcase your expertise.

Networking Opportunities
We have more than 30 corporate partners in our community. That means that we can give you an exclusive platform to meet finance leaders who are looking to meet you and learn more about your solutions.

"The collaboration between startups and corporates offers a huge opportunity. It combines the innovation and flexibility of startups with the stability and resource strength of corporates. This allows new markets to be unlocked and challenges to be overcome jointly. "

Matthias Lais

Founder/MD neosfer

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A Program Partner

Investing in the TQ Accelerator: Digital Finance is more than a partnership; it's a strategic move toward ensuring your company is integral to the financial sector's growth trajectory. Join us to steer the transformation of Frankfurt's Financial Center.

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The Program Board

Our Program Board is made up of experienced FinTech experts who represent successful businesses. This special team is made up of Entrepreneurs in Residence and corporate innovators who will support founders and help shape the focus of our curriculum.

Miriam Wohlfarth

Founder & Co-CEO, Banxware

Lars Markull

Embedded Finance Advisor

Friedhelm A. Schmitt

Founder & Co-CEO, fincite

Nicola Breyer

CEO, Qwist

Jens Siebert

Partner, Financial Services, KPMG

Dr. Christian Reichmayr

Managing Director & CPO, fino.digital

Dirk Rudolf

Former Founder, Advisor & Investor

Benjamin Bürkner

Managing Director, Helaba Digital

Simon Oberle

Expertise Lead Strategy CoE Strategy and Sustainability, ING Germany

Ute König-Stemmler

Head of Business Dev CE, Visa

PROGRAM RECAP

Past Program: Green Transformation Incubator

Pre-seed to seed stage startups came together with business experts, mentors and industry executives to tackle critical challenges to create solutions for the sustainable finance and real estate industries. The free nine-week program took place between late October and mid-December in Frankfurt.

Read the recap