As part two of the regional fintech series after South Africa, this report delves into Kenya's fintech landscape. Marked by innovation, a proactive government, and vast market potential, the sector presents compelling opportunities for Swiss businesses. With a high mobile penetration rate, a pioneering mobile money ecosystem, and a tech-savvy populace, Kenya stands as a promising hub for fintech innovation.
For the fifth time in a row, Switzerland is taking part in the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. Under the motto "swisstech for extended Worlds", 25 young Swiss companies will be showcasing their trendsetting innovations from 5 - 8 January 2023. Switzerland Global Enterprise and Presence Switzerland are organizing Switzerland's presence at this important trade fair - also with the aim of positioning Switzerland as the world's leading location for innovation and technology.
Switzerland is well represented the Singapore Fintech Festival 2022 with a delegation composed of 20 fintechs and leading financial institutions. In addition to that, Swiss Finance Minister Ueli Maurer will also present Switzerland’s advantages as a location for fintech companies at the festival.
The Turkish FinTech sector has established itself as one of the globally leading FinTech sectors despite not being a global finance center. The Turkish FinTech market provides and presents many attractive factors to enter.
Switzerland will be participating in the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) for the third time in a row. From January 11-14, 2021, Switzerland Global Enterprise will accompany 23 Swiss start-ups to one of the world's most important consumer electronics trade fairs. As part of the SwissTech campaign, the companies will showcase their innovations to a global audience and represent Switzerland as the world's leading location for innovation and technology.
Jenji is a fast-growing tech company based in Paris, offering its customers the first real-time, data-driven expense management platform based on artificial intelligence. The innovative company has identified Switzerland for its AI and financial ecosystems as a good opportunity for growth. Jenji set up offices in Zurich in early 2020 as a starting point to access the DACH region.
Crypto Finance AG, the Swiss company based in Zug, was part of the SWISS Pavilion at the Fintech Festival Singapore for the last two years and has now decided to open a representative office in Singapore. Alisher Tashpulatov, Head of Crypto Finance Asia, gives insights into the advantages of participating in a SWISS Pavilion, the blockchain and digital asset sector in Asia and their plans in Asia.
At the forefront of Africa’s emerging tech landscape, Kenya is rapidly attracting international business to the economic potential of its innovative ICT sector. Swiss companies should not miss the opportunity to be part of this pioneering tech ecosystem.