FinSec Innovation Lab News
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"למעלה מ-400 משלחות בינלאומיות הגיעו ללמוד על המודל הישראלי והבאר שבעי לקידום טכנולוגיה וחדשנות"
Finsec Innovation Lab, a joint venture between Mastercard and Enel X, is working to foster innovation in Israel. The lab, based in Beer Sheva, provides a platform for startups to develop their products and businesses, offering advice, mentorship, and networking opportunities. The lab also promotes social and ethical initiatives, including efforts to encourage women in tech. The labs director of operations and community, Sharon Tzarfati, said the partnership with Mastercard provides access to the companys vast knowledge, experience, and resources in fintech and digital payments.
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Mastercard and Enel X open FinSec Innovation Lab in Be'er Sheva's Hi-Tech Park
Mastercard and Enel X have opened the FinSec Innovation Lab in Be’er Sheva, focusing on advancing fintech and cybersecurity for payments and energy ecosystems. The lab aims to turn ideas and solutions from smaller companies into commercial products and services. Five companies have been selected for the lab program, beating out 100 other applicants. The lab will foster strategic relations and collaboration between startups and international organizations. The next round of initiatives will start in six months. The ribbon-cutting event was attended by industry professionals, senior executives from Mastercard and Enel, and government officials.
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Mastercard opens fintech, cybersecurity innovation lab in Beersheba
Mastercard has opened a new innovation lab in Beersheba, Israel, in partnership with Enel X. The lab, called the FinSec Innovation Lab, will focus on developing fintech and cybersecurity solutions for the payments and energy industries. It is currently working with five Israeli startups to help them develop and test their solutions, offering physical space, services, mentorship, and real-world data. The program runs for six months, after which a second group of companies will be selected. Mastercard has made significant investments in cybersecurity and fintech platforms in recent years and is committed to working with governments on innovation. The lab in Beersheba joins Mastercards other startup engagement programs in cities around the world.
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Enel X and Mastercard inaugurate the Finsec Innovation Lab in Israel - Business Review
Enel X and Mastercard have inaugurated the FinSec Innovation Lab in Be’er Sheva, Israel. The lab aims to advance innovation in fintech by turning ideas and solutions from Israeli startups into commercial products and services. Enel X plans to integrate these solutions into its financial services business portfolio, expanding the services offered to customers and supporting the growth of innovative startups. Over 100 Israeli startups have applied to the program, and five have been chosen for a Proof of Concept project. Enel X has invested in the buildout and technological infrastructure of the lab, along with Mastercard. The lab provides startups with state-of-the-art environments and professional support from mentors.
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NYU professor Ido Aharoni-Aronoff to join board of Mastercard and Enel-X's FinSec Innovation Lab
Ido Aharoni-Aronoff, a 25-year veteran of Israels Foreign Ministry, has been appointed as the head of the Global Advisory Board for Mastercard and Enel-Xs FinSec Innovation Lab. He will oversee market growth and fundraising for cybersecurity and fintech startups. The lab, established by Mastercard and Enel-X, assists startups in the proof-of-concept stage in developing and testing their products. Aharoni-Aronoff will contribute his experience working with global financial institutions, identifying relevant startups, and providing strategic advice to new companies. He will also help identify new growth markets and secure the future of the labs companies in Israel and worldwide.
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Israeli FinSec Innovation Lab opens for business Enel X
The FinSec Innovation Lab, a joint venture between Enel X and Mastercard Europe, has opened for business and is inviting fintech and cybersecurity startups to join. The Lab aims to advance innovation in fintech and cybersecurity for the payments and energy ecosystem. It is looking for early-stage startups with innovative ideas to join in the proof of concept stage. The Lab wants to attract top startup talent working on digital security, fintech platforms, digital authentication, and financial inclusion. The Lab is based in Beer Sheva, Israel, and has a three-year license. It is funded by the Israel Innovation Authority and aims to produce innovative and disruptive ideas that can be implemented globally.
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Mastercard europe and ENEL X invite startups in Israel to apply to FinSec innovation lab - Forbes Israel
FinSec Innovation Lab, launched by Mastercard Europe and Enel X in partnership with various Israeli organizations, is inviting innovative fintech and cybersecurity startups to join the Lab. The Lab aims to advance innovation in fintech and cybersecurity for the payments and energy ecosystem globally. It offers a unique environment and support for startups to develop solutions for global markets, focusing on digital security, fintech platforms, digital authentication, and financial inclusion. The Lab is located in Be’er Sheva, Israel, known as the cyber and fintech capital of the world. The Israel Innovation Authority has provided support for the initiative, and participating startups, to accelerate the growth of the country’s fintech startup ecosystem.
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MasterCard and ENEL X Selected to Establish and Operate a Fintech-Cyber Innovation Lab
The Israel Innovation Authority has selected Finsec Lab, owned by MasterCard Group and Enel X, to establish a Fintech-Cyber innovation lab in Beer Sheva. The lab will receive NIS 13 million in funding for a period of three years. Its goal is to help entrepreneurs and startups in the Fintech-Cyber Security fields reach a proof of concept and develop cyber defense solutions for the financial sector. The lab will provide access to financial data, regulations, and expertise, and will be located in the Beer Sheva high-tech park. It will recruit employees in research and development and cyber security. The lab is part of the Innovation Lab Program of the Startup Division at the Innovation Authority.
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