Visa Everywhere Initiative is an open innovation program that helps startups unlock new opportunities—and gives them a global platform to demonstrate ground-breaking solutions. The program first launched in the U.S. in 2015, and has since expanded to every corner of the world, recruiting startups from over 100 countries.
This year, Visa Everywhere is running a global startup competition and looking for the brightest startups from around the world. One winner per region will be selected to compete in the global finals. If you’re a startup with great products already in market and gaining traction—and are looking for an extra push from a global, trusted brand like Visa to gain scale—this competition is perfect for you.
WORTH
Four monetary prizes will be awarded during the global finals event:
- Overall Winner: $50,000 USD
- Audience Favorite: $25,000 USD
- 2nd Place: $15,000 USD
- 3rd Place: $10,000 USD
The overall winner, 2nd place-winner, and 3rd place-winner are also eligible to win the Audience Favorite prize.
ELIGIBILITY
They are looking for products that deliver innovative payment and commerce solutions to consumers and businesses. These include but are not limited to:
- Enablers of digital services and digital issuers
- Digital issuance
- Value-add for merchants and/or consumers in regard to finance
- Small/medium-sized business recovery.
DEADLINE: May 7 2021
To apply and for more information visit here
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