Immigrant fintech builder in Cascais. Founder of FinBox Solutions and FinTech of the Day. 2x exited, building toward the third. Daily startup picks, plus builder notes and honest lessons from the journey.
FinTech of the Day
Fragomen Connect streamlines global mobility by providing a comprehensive platform for tracking visas, work permits, and compliance, transforming immigration chaos into a predictable process for HR teams and employees worldwide.
FinTech of the Week
Jet Bank is Albania's first digital-only bank, aiming to transform a cash-heavy market by offering mobile-first banking solutions for individuals and small businesses. Discover why this Fintech of the Week is making waves.
FinTech of the Day
Airwallex is revolutionizing cross-border transactions by offering a financial operating system for global businesses, enabling seamless multi-currency accounts, FX, and more, without costly fees or delays.
FinTech of the Day
April transforms tax filing by integrating it into banking and payroll apps, offering seamless, pre-filled tax services. With national e-file coverage and millions of users, it's reshaping how taxes are managed and optimized.
FinTech of the Day
Sardine offers a risk platform that helps fintechs and marketplaces detect fraud before transactions occur, using identity, device signals, and behavioral patterns. With $70M Series C funding, they’re expanding globally to combat fast-payment fraud.
FinTech of My Choice
Mal is an Abu Dhabi-based startup aiming to create the world’s first AI-native Islamic digital bank. Offering Sharia-compliant accounts and AI-powered spending tools, Mal targets the vast unbanked market in the Middle East and Asia.
FinTech of the Day
Codat transforms small business data from accounting, banking, and commerce systems into actionable insights with a single API, enabling faster onboarding and efficient underwriting for lenders and fintechs, reducing reliance on outdated methods.
FinTech of My Choice
Jet Bank aims to be Albania's first digital-only bank, offering mobile-first solutions for individuals and small businesses in a cash-heavy market. Discover why this innovative approach is my FinTech of My Choice pick.
FinTech of the Day
Felix Pago streamlines remittances for Latino immigrants in the U.S. by enabling money transfers to Latin America via WhatsApp, using stablecoins for speed and efficiency, and expanding access through key partnerships.
FinTech of My Choice
Magie is an AI-powered financial assistant revolutionizing payments through WhatsApp. By leveraging Brazil’s Pix network, it transforms chats into seamless financial transactions, eliminating the need for traditional banking apps.
FinTech of the Day
Arcadia Power transforms your energy bill by acting as a digital utility, enabling seamless payments and savings without switching providers. With community solar discounts and a cleaner energy mix, they handle bill data and payments efficiently.
FinTech of the Day
Ramp offers corporate cards and spend controls that streamline finance operations, eliminating tedious expense reports. By integrating workflows and accounting, Ramp transforms spend management into a seamless system, making it indispensable for companies.