Our Techstars program is focused on innovations that make the world better. At the center of one of the most diverse and thriving tech ecosystems, our Techstars program is focused on innovations that make the world better.

Sectors: Startup accelerator & VC

Building the future of finance at the Home of Fintech. Rise, created by Barclays is a global fintech ecosystem made up of cutting-edge start-ups and scale-ups. At Rise, we have created an environment for innovation and growth in financial services through our physical locations in New York and London, and our virtual community in India. Our ecosystem has access to Barclays' network of industry experts, mentors, investors and partners to help founders scale at pace. Onsite and virtually we offer events and mentoring sessions on the topics of all things fintech. We also have the Rise Academies, digital fintech programmes …

Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments and businesses realize their greatest potential. Our decency quotient, or DQ, drives our culture and everything we do inside and outside of our company. With connections across more than 210 countries and territories, we are building a sustainable world that unlocks priceless possibilities for all. global digital payments/commerce, technology, innovative …

Sectors: Finance

Profit because of impact We work to make impact investing mainstream and mobilize capital and businesses to deliver positive impact. We accelerate and invest in Ocean and African companies solving the world’s greatest challenges. Katapult VC is a investment company with two investment strategies focusing on impact driven climate ventures. In total, Katapult has made 169 investments in impact ventures globally. Our two investment teams and themes are: 🌊 Katapult Ocean, the world’s most active ocean impact venture fund investing globally and recognized as a Top Investor by World Economic Forum, Uplink and Top50 Climate investors. Katapult Ocean is a …

Help increase the GDP of the internet. Stripe is a financial infrastructure platform for businesses. Millions of companies—from the world’s largest enterprises to the most ambitious startups—use Stripe to accept payments, grow their revenue, and accelerate new business opportunities. Headquartered in San Francisco and Dublin, the company aims to increase the GDP of the internet.

Sectors: IT services

Venture Capital firm on a mission to uplift people and economies worldwide through entrepreneurship. 500 Global is a venture capital firm with over $2.7B in Assets Under Management that invests early in founders building fast-growing technology companies. We focus on markets where technology, innovation, and capital can unlock long-term value and drive economic growth. 500 Global has backed over 5,000 founders representing more than 2,600 companies operating in 80 countries. Our portfolio includes 51 companies valued at over $1 billion and 140 companies valued at over $100 million. Our 140+ plus team members are located in more than 15 countries …

Sectors: Startup accelerator & VC

Airbnb is a community based on connection and belonging. Airbnb was born in 2007 when two Hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 4 million Hosts who have welcomed over 1.5 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, Hosts offer unique stays and experiences that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way. travel accommodations, collaborative economy, and hospitality

Sectors: Real Estate