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FSTI 3.0 — Innovation Acceleration (Early Innovation)

FSTI Innovation Acceleration — Early Innovation

Funds early Singapore fintech pilots through MAS-backed experimentation support in financial technology.

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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.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Multiple per year
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.1–18 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.50%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.mas.gov.sg