Global FinTech Hackcelerator 2026

MAS FinTech Innovation Challenge - AI for Financial Services

Date: 11 - 18 November 2026

Venue: Singapore EXPO

Organizer: Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)

Status: Upcoming

Event Overview

The Global FinTech Hackcelerator invites fintech firms worldwide to harness AI for three real-world financial services challenges: integrating credit and fraud risk modelling in digital banking, reimagining wealth management for a digitally native generation, and empowering SMEs to better manage business risk exposure. Up to 20 finalists join an in-person mentorship programme in Singapore before pitching at Demo Day during SFF 2026, competing for a S$240,000 prize pool across three winning teams. SGUA TechBridge encourages Ukrainian fintech innovators to track this pathway into the Singapore ecosystem.

Key Highlights

  • S$240,000 total prize pool across 3 winning teams
  • AI-focused challenge tracks: credit/fraud risk, wealth management, SME risk
  • Up to 20 global finalists selected
  • In-person mentorship bootcamp in Singapore, 11-13 November
  • Demo Day pitches held during SFF 2026 (18 November)
  • Organised by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)

Member Participation

SGUA TechBridge encourages Ukrainian fintech startups working on AI-driven financial solutions to track this pathway into Singapore's innovation ecosystem

Impact

Spotlighting a concrete funding and mentorship pathway for AI-driven fintech innovation, connecting Ukraine's tech talent with Singapore's regulator-backed innovation programmes