FSTI Innovation Acceleration — Early Innovation
Funds early Singapore fintech pilots through MAS-backed experimentation support in financial technology.
The FSTI Innovation Acceleration — Early Innovation grant is administered by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) under the Financial Sector Technology and Innovation (FSTI 3.0) scheme, which remains open until 16 July 2026. The grant funds the experimentation, development, and dissemination of nascent innovative technologies within Singapore's financial services sector. Eligible technologies…
Nascent innovative technologies in financial services — AI, blockchain, digital infrastructure, data analytics, cybersecurity, and adjacent deep-tech with a financial sector application.
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