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Massive AI investments, the biggest crypto security breach ever, and fintech giants gearing up for IPOs—the industry is moving fast. ?? Get the full scoop in this week’s Ecolopedia newsletter. Which of these moves will shake up the industry the most? Drop your thoughts in the comments! Not subscribed yet? Sign up now for weekly insights straight to your inbox. #Fintech #Web3 #Crypto #AI #TechTrends #Ecolopedia

Big fintech moves, a crypto shake-up, and a massive push for digital infrastructure - there’s a lot to unpack this week. ?? Catch up on the biggest stories in this week’s Ecolopedia. Not on the list yet? Sign up now to get weekly insights straight to your inbox. #Fintech #Web3 #Crypto #TechTrends #Ecolopedia

Imagine spending five weeks in Silicon Valley, fully immersed in building your Web3 startup - surrounded by top founders, investors, and mentors. Oh, and did we mention free lodging and a 42,000 ADA equity-free grant? The Cardano x DraperU Founder Residency 2025 program has just launched, and it’s designed for Web3 builders who are serious about taking their projects to the next level. What’s on the table? ? 5+ weeks Program in Silicon Valley, with free lodging included ? 42,000 ADA equity-free grant ? Company building AMAs & workshops ? 1:1 mentoring ? Demo Day with Draper VCs and other VC’s in Silicon Valley Applications are open now! The deadline is March 15, 2025, so if you’re ready to supercharge your startup, don’t wait. Check out this Notion page for more information: https://lnkd.in/geQ6AnCj #Web3 #Blockchain #StartupAccelerator | DraperU Ventures | Draper University

Event season is here! If your calendar is filling up with conferences, trade shows, and networking events, you’re not alone. With all the time, budget, and effort that goes into attending, you want to make every moment count - before, during, and after the event. So before you step through those venue doors, ask yourself: ? Have we told the right people we’ll be there? (Prospects, partners, media - don’t assume they already know!) ? Do we have a content plan? (Because if you don’t, you’ll be scrambling on the day.) ? Are we making it easy for people to engage with us? (Hint: It takes more than just standing at your booth.) ?? Swipe through our carousel for simple, smart ways to set yourself up for success. And stay tuned - next up in our series, we’ll be sharing how to make the most of the event while you’re on the ground! Did you find these tips helpful? Let us know if the comments. #EventMarketing #TradeShowROI #MarketingStrategy #B2BEvents

The UK StartUp Awards deadline has been extended! This is your extra shot to get the recognition you deserve. Due to overwhelming demand, the entry deadline has been pushed to midnight on Friday, 28th February - but that’s it! These awards aren’t just about winning (though, let’s be honest, that’s great). They open doors to incredible opportunities, new connections, and a thriving start-up community to help you grow. So, if you’ve been sitting on that entry (or thought you missed your chance) - this is your moment. ?? Enter now: https://lnkd.in/e6qsjshE PS - Our founder, Georgia Hanias, is on the judging panel this year … so go on, make her job a little harder! ?? #UKSUA #StartUpAwards

From Coinbase’s big return to India to Paysafe’s potential $1.4B sale, this week’s Ecolopedia is packed with the latest fintech and tech moves shaping the industry. Africa’s startups are thriving with nearly $300M raised in January, UK fintech hiring is booming (+44%), and Alibaba Group is teaming up with Apple on AI in China. ?? Stay ahead of the curve - read the latest issue now (link below) Which story caught your attention the most? Drop your thoughts in the comments! And if you haven’t yet, subscribe to Ecolopedia to stay in the loop. #Fintech #Web3 #StartupFunding #AI #Ecolopedia

Big news! Our founder, Georgia Hanias, is joining the UK StartUp Awards 2025 judging panel! Start-ups take risks, push boundaries, and shake things up. Georgia can’t wait to meet the brilliant founders who are making waves in their industries and celebrate the impact they’re creating. If you’re running a UK-based business that’s under three years old, this is your chance to shine! ? Entries close Friday, 21st February, so don’t miss out - apply now: https://startupawards.uk/ (And if you know a start-up that deserves some recognition, give them a nudge! ??) #UKSUA #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Innovation

Bitcoin in state reserves? AI taking on Big Tech? Digital banks losing ground? Here’s what’s shaking up fintech and tech this week. From Europe pushing for open-source AI to U.S. states moving to hold Bitcoin in their reserves, things are moving fast. Here’s what you need to know: ?? AI goes open-source – Europe’s OpenEuroLLM is stepping up to challenge U.S. and Chinese AI dominance, bringing multilingual AI to the forefront. ?? Bitcoin and state reserves – Texas, Wyoming, and other U.S. states are pushing legislation to hold Bitcoin as part of their strategic reserves. ?? Challenger banks under pressure – UK digital banks are losing market share as high-street banks make a comeback. ?? Africa’s fintech boom continues – Lagos is partnering with Huawei on smart transport, and financial literacy efforts are ramping up for the next generation. ?? Get the full rundown in this week’s Ecolopedia: (link below) Which of these stories surprised you the most? #Fintech #AI #Bitcoin #Startups #Ecolopedia

LAST CHANCE: Money20/20 Europe 2025 Call for Content closes TOMORROW – Feb 7! If you’re a fintech innovator with a bold idea or a story the industry needs to hear, this is your moment to take the stage. Why apply? ?? Get your ideas in front of the people shaping the future of finance ?? Be part of the biggest fintech conversation of the year ?? Share the stage with top industry leaders The competition for speaking slots is tougher than ever, but the Money20/20 content team has put together a checklist to help you submit your best application. Join visionaries like Yoni Assia (CEO at eToro), Sukhinder Singh Cassidy (CEO at Xero) and Ali Niknam (CEO at bunq) - but only if you apply before it’s too late! ?? https://lnkd.in/eveY7m6p #Money2020 #Fintech #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership #FinancialServices

?? Big shifts in AI, fintech, and payments this week - here’s what you need to know. From China’s DeepSeek AI shaking up the markets to Africa pulling ahead of Asia in startup funding, there’s a lot happening across tech and finance right now. Here are some of the biggest stories: ???AI is making waves – DeepSeek AI launched a GPT-4 rival, and it’s already causing a stir in the markets. Could this be a real challenge to OpenAI? ??? Fintech keeps growing – China’s fintech industry is expected to hit $9.97T by 2030, and the UK is doubling down on innovation with the Oxford-Cambridge Arc. ???Payments are evolving – X (formerly Twitter) is teaming up with Visa for X Money, and Europe is rolling out ‘Pay by Bank’ for easier transactions. ???Africa’s on the rise – Startups across the continent raised $2.2B, outpacing Asia despite the global slowdown. ?? Catch up on all the details in this week’s Ecolopedia: (link below) What do you think - are these trends exciting or concerning? Let us know in the comments! #Fintech #AI #Startups #Payments #Ecolopedia