Wharton Cypher Accelerator

Welcome RIZZARR to the Wharton Cypher Altus Cohort! RIZZARR is an AI-enabled B2B content marketplace that helps brands source authentic content from Gen Z creators. Their platform enables companies to engage younger audiences through meaningful storytelling, bridging the gap between brands and digital-native consumers. Learn more: RIZZARR Contact: [email protected] Follow: X: @AshMWill #WhartonCypher #AltusCohort #AI #ContentMarketing #GenZ

I'm pleased to announce Wharton Cypher Accelerator Demo & Innovation Day?on April 4 at The Penn Club of New York. This event marks our annual celebration of bringing together leading voices in fintech, AI, and digital assets for a day of thought-provoking discussions, cutting-edge demos, and high-impact networking. We are thrilled to feature keynotes such as?Bill Tai, the world’s first early investor in Zoom, presenting on "Finding, Funding, and Building Decacorns," and?Jeremy Schwartz, Chief Investment Officer of WisdomTree. For deep insights into artificial intelligence, we will hear from senior leaders, including?Victor Gustaf Gao, Chief AI Officer at The Carlyle Group;?Jared Roscoe, Deputy General Counsel at SoftBank Group International; and?Jonathan Ashtor, Global Co-Head of Intellectual Property & Technology Transactions and Partner at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP. For expert perspectives on digital assets, we will feature executives including?Heath Tarbert, President of Circle;?Paul Grewal, Chief Legal Officer of Coinbase; and?Stu Alderoty, Chief Legal Officer of Ripple. The day will also showcase demos from?Wharton Cypher Accelerator’s Altus Cohort, highlighting the latest innovations in financial technology. Additionally, our own engineering team will present a?multi-agent reinforcement learning simulation?of a peer-to-peer lending market, providing a look into cutting-edge applications of AI in financial systems. You will also have the opportunity to hear from prominent faculty of The Wharton School, senior advisors from leading VC and technology-focused firms, and our incredibly talented students. The event will conclude with an evening of networking, music by our renowned Wharton alum DJ,?Shiva Menta, and the Cypher team. Register now for the event: https://lnkd.in/erteYCpy View the recap of last year's event here: https://lnkd.in/ejcJq8BR Learn more about Wharton Cypher Accelerator here: https://lnkd.in/eXNmTQem #artificialintelligence #generativeai #aiinfinance #digitalassets #crypto #stablecoins #blockchain #fintech #payments #lending Swarith Reddy Nathan Xu William Hong Sabrina Zhang Cameron Ito Claire Wu Sebastian Melendez Divyesh Nagarajan Kampton Kam Richard Jia Simon Lee Carissa Keng Erin Chae Sudarshan Sarathy Rishin Sharma Chongwu Du Sarah Chen Clea Chen Jordi Nonay Jordi

Welcome Cosmos to the Wharton Cypher Altus Cohort! Cosmos is transforming debate education with an intuitive platform that provides tools for structured discussions, training, and competitions. By bridging the gap between formal debate and the digital age, Cosmos is empowering the next generation of critical thinkers. Connect: LinkedIn Cosmos Contact: [email protected] Follow: Instagram (@get.cosmos) #WhartonCypher #AltusCohort #EdTech #Debate #Innovation

On April 4, Wharton Cypher will host its Altus Cohort Demo Day at the Penn Club New York. This event will feature pitches from promising startups across fintech, AI, healthcare, and more, providing an opportunity to engage with founders, investors, and industry leaders. ?? Date: April 4 ?? Location: Penn Club New York, 30 W 44th St, New York Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/gmyfSQ6y Missed last year’s Demo Day? Check it out here ?? https://lnkd.in/ehEVKghq #WhartonCypher #DemoDay #Startups #Innovation #WhartonEntrepreneurs

Welcome CorpusAnalytiX to the Wharton Cypher Altus Cohort! Corpus AnalytiX is streamlining the way healthcare datasets are bought and sold, making medical data more accessible and actionable. Their platform connects data suppliers with researchers and innovators to accelerate advancements in healthcare and life sciences. Learn more: CorpusAnalytiX Contact: [email protected] Follow: X: @anshtdn #WhartonCypher #AltusCohort #HealthcareData #AI #Innovation

Welcome PluggableAI to the Wharton Cypher Altus Cohort! PluggableAI enables businesses to seamlessly integrate AI into their workflows with minimal technical overhead. Their plug-and-play AI solutions optimize efficiency, streamline operations, and drive intelligent decision-making. Learn more: PluggableAI Contact: [email protected] Follow: Instagram @pluggable.ai #WhartonCypher #AltusCohort #AI #MachineLearning #Innovation

On April 4, Wharton Cypher will host its Altus Cohort Demo Day at the Penn Club New York. This event will feature pitches from promising startups across fintech, AI, healthcare, and more, providing an opportunity to engage with founders, investors, and industry leaders. ?? Date: April 4 ?? Location: Penn Club New York, 30 W 44th St, New York Missed last year’s Demo Day? Check it out here ?? https://lnkd.in/ehEVKghq Stay tuned for details on how to attend. #WhartonCypher #DemoDay #Startups #Innovation #WhartonEntrepreneurs

Welcome Odynn to the Wharton Cypher Altus Cohort! Odynn is an embedded loyalty and fintech program manager leveraging AI/ML to reimagine customer retention. Through their API and holistic travel portal, they empower banks, fintechs, and corporate travel partners to enhance engagement and revenue. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gsi92jkH Contact: [email protected] Follow: Instagram @odynnawayz | Bluesky @awayzbyodynn.bsky.social #WhartonCypher #AltusCohort #Fintech #LoyaltyTech #Innovation Sarah Hammer

Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting Professor Gad Allon for an insightful session on scaling and startup growth, where he broke down what separates sustainable growth from unsustainable expansion: - Not all growth is created equal. Growth for the sake of growth can be a trap—startups need to focus on high-quality, strategic scaling rather than chasing short-term metrics. - Investors have expectations—align your timeline. Before raising capital, founders should consider how their startup will adapt to meet investor expectations and long-term milestones. Huge thanks to Professor Allon for sharing his expertise and helping Cypher founders think critically about scaling! Looking forward to seeing how our cohort applies these insights. #WhartonCypher #FutureofFinance #Mentorship #Altus #Curriculum #TechStartups #GlobalInnovation #VentureAccelerator #ScaleYourStartup #Entrepreneurship #Fintech #AIInnovation #MentorshipMatters Sarah Hammer

Big thank you to Miguel Armaza, General Partner at Gilgamesh Ventures, for joining us at Cypher last week! Miguel shared invaluable insights on what it takes to gain traction in the VC space—beyond just financial metrics. Some key takeaways from the session: - Enhancing the humanity of your company is crucial. Deriving value outside of financial revenues helps build traction and investor confidence. - AI & human manpower will continue to work in tandem—startups should think about how automation and people-driven strategies intersect in staffing and growth. - Have a solid, cemented plan for your funds. VCs look for startups that know exactly how they’ll use investment dollars—laying out a clear roadmap early can make all the difference. Sessions like this are what make Cypher a game-changer for founders looking to scale in fintech & AI. Thanks again to Miguel for sharing his expertise, and looking forward to all the great workshops to come! #WhartonCypher #FutureofFinance #Mentorship #Altus #Curriculum #TechStartups #GlobalInnovation #VentureAccelerator #ScaleYourStartup #Entrepreneurship #Fintech #AIInnovation #MentorshipMatters Sarah Hammer