The FinTech Innovation Lab has begun accepting applications for the 2016 New York program; applications are due December 3, 2015. The FinTech Innovation Lab is an annual program run by the Partnership Fund for New York City and Accenture for early and growth stage companies that have developed cutting edge technology products targeted at financial services customers. Winners will get the chance to refine and beta test their financial technology products in New York City and receive mentorship from the Lab’s Entrepreneurs Network
The new fund, Lerer Hippeau Ventures V LP, comes after the firm raised a $62 million Fund IV in early 2014. It arrives as investments in the New York metropolitan area soar. Venture investors unleashed $1.71 billion in capital in the third quarter. Lerer Hippeau have been the most active VC in NYC since 2009. The new funds will be used to make larger investments in early stage startups who focus on Consumer & SaaS products
Kick start your Friday (11/20) with a hot cup of coffee, breakfast, a NY-LON battle between the world’s fintech titans, and Q&A with two of the leading figures in fintech globally: Eileen Burbidge and Maria Gotsch. This discussion will make clear the challenges and differences in regulatory approaches, and dive deep into emerging fintech trends in London and New York. Register here for the free event organized by London Partners