Gujarat_International_Finance_Tec-City launches Fintech program
Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported Jun 10, 2026 · Last updated Jun 10, 2026
The launch of the second Fintech Residential Programme by International Finance Corporation is expected to foster innovation in the financial services sector, potentially leading to new technologies and business models. This initiative could attract investment into early-stage fintech startups, benefiting the broader technology and financial markets in India.
International Finance Corporation (GIFT City) has launched the second cohort of its Fintech Residential Programme through the GIFT International Fintech Innovation Hub. This six-month initiative, open for applications until July 5, 2026, aims to support early-stage startups developing next-generation financial technology solutions in areas like cross-border finance, Web3, and RegTech. The program includes three months of in-person residency at International Finance Corporation and three months of virtual support, offering mentorship, regulatory exposure, and investor access. Sanjay Kaul, MD and Group CEO of International Finance Corporation, emphasized the program's role in leveraging the unique ecosystem of International Finance Corporation to support founders for domestic and global markets. The initiative builds on the success of its inaugural phase, which supported 11 startups, and aims to support 250 fintech startups over the next four years to develop a globally competitive innovation ecosystem anchored in International Finance Corporation.
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