Swiss Fintech Awards 2026

About

The Swiss Fintech Awards 2026 is a prestigious competition aimed at fintech startups with ties to Switzerland, offering significant cash prizes, expert mentorship, media exposure, and networking opportunities to enhance their brand and influence in the fintech ecosystem.

Benefits

• 💰 Cash Prize
• Winners can receive a five-figure cash prize for the Early Stage Start-up award.
• 🎓 Expert Mentorship
• Finalists receive professional mentoring from top industry experts, including legal, marketing, and business expansion advice.
• 🌐 Media Exposure
• Opportunities for media exposure and access to potential customers and investors.
• 🎤 Presentation Opportunity
• Chance to showcase at the top fintech conference in Switzerland, FuW Forum.
• 🤝 Networking Opportunities
• Access to networking resources and participation in events within the Swiss fintech community.

Eligibility Criteria

• 🌍 Geographic Eligibility
• Open to fintech startups with a substantial connection to Switzerland, such as Swiss founders or headquarters in Switzerland.
• 💼 Business Stage
• Must be an early-stage or growth-stage fintech startup.
• 🏢 Award Categories
• Eligible for categories including "Early Stage Start-up of the Year," "Growth Stage Start-up of the Year," and "Fintech Influencer of the Year."

Participation Commitments

• 📍 Attendance Requirement
• Must attend the FuW Forum in Switzerland for the presentation opportunity.
• 🎤 Application Submission
• Complete the application process as outlined on the official website.

Target Region

Open to fintech startups connected to Switzerland

Target Sector

Fintech