FinTech365 PoC Program Pairs Startups with Portugal’s Leading Banks: Applications Open Through March 5th

Microsoft for Startups is teaming with Portugal Fintech to launch FinTech365, a 3-month program which matches promising Fintech startups to Portugal’s leading financial institutions.

Fintech 365 is a PoC oriented program where startups propose solutions to 5 real challenges from 6 corporates.

Over the course of 90 days, startups will be paired with representatives from Banco CTT, BBVA, Caixa Geral de Depósitos, Fidelidade, Novo Banco and Unicre to define challenges, propose a solution and define and execute a proof of concept.

Applications are open through March 5^th.

If you are a FinTech startup based in Portugal, apply today.

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