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The financial technology sector is a global field with 235 unicorn startups. These companies operate across various areas including payments, banking, and wealth management.
China's Ant Group is valued at $150B, with US-based Stripe at $92B. Newer entries like Ramp, founded in 2019, have quickly reached a valuation of $32B.
Below is the full list of 235 FinTech unicorn startups at this time.
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Get the Sheet for $50Ant Group develops technology platforms that give consumers and small businesses access to a wide range of financial services. They are best known for creating Alipay, one of the world's largest mobile and online payment platforms.
Stripe builds a suite of payment APIs that powers commerce for online businesses of all sizes. Their software allows companies to easily accept payments, send payouts, and manage their business operations globally.
Revolut created a financial app to handle all things money, from everyday banking to global transfers and investments. It gained popularity for its competitive currency exchange rates and making it simple to spend money abroad.
Ripple develops blockchain infrastructure for enterprises, enabling faster and more affordable cross-border payments. Their solutions, built on the open-source XRP Ledger, also provide digital asset custody and liquidity for financial institutions.
Checkout.com provides a flexible payment platform for enterprises to process transactions across the globe. They are recognized for their unified API that simplifies accepting various payment methods and helps businesses optimize their digital checkout experience.
Ramp builds a finance automation platform that helps businesses control spending and operate more efficiently. They are known for combining corporate cards with expense management, bill pay, and accounting software into a single system.
FNZ provides a wealth management platform that integrates technology and investment services for financial institutions. This allows firms to streamline their operations and deliver personalized wealth products to their own customers.
JD Digits develops digital technologies to connect financial services with physical industries. Their work enables companies in sectors like retail to digitize their operations and provide integrated financial solutions to consumers.
Kraken operates a cryptocurrency exchange platform that allows users to buy, sell, and trade a wide range of digital assets. They also offer more advanced services, including staking, index products, and participation in parachain auctions.
PhonePe built a digital payments app that simplifies money transfers and other daily transactions for millions of users. They have since expanded their offerings to include a full suite of financial services, from bill payments to insurance, all accessible on their mobile platform.
The ten most valuable companies are just a glimpse into the world of financial technology. Though the United States is home to the largest share of unicorns, founders from every continent are building important companies.
Major hubs have grown in the United Kingdom, India, and China, with dozens more startups spread across the globe. Here’s a look at all the additional unicorns shaping the world of finance.
| Unicorn Startup | Country | Year Founded | Amount Raised | Valuation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2017 | $1.7B | $12.3B | |
| South Korea | 2012 | ₩968.5B | $12B | |
| United States | 2003 | $1.2B | $12B | |
| United States | 2021 | $813.3M | $11B | |
| United States | 2011 | $1.3B | $10B | |
| United States | 2011 | $746.1M | $10B | |
| Germany | 2013 | $1.7B | $9.23B | |
| United Kingdom | 2016 | $1.3B | $8.75B | |
| United States | 2014 | $536.6M | $8.6B | |
| United Kingdom | 2011 | $4B | $8.5B | |
| United States | 2010 | $915M | $8.3B | |
| United States | 2018 | $477M | $8B | |
| United States | 2013 | $1.5B | $8B | |
| China | 2014 | CN¥4.5B | $8B | |
| India | 2014 | $816.4M | $7.5B | |
| United States | 2012 | $1.2B | $7.4B | |
| United States | 2016 | $752M | $7B | |
| India | 2016 | $593.3M | $7B | |
| Canada | 2014 | CA$1.9B | $7B | |
| United Kingdom | 2011 | $600M | $7B | |
| United States | 2017 | $1.4B | $7B | |
| South Korea | 2011 | $1.4B | $7B | |
| The Netherlands | 2004 | $928M | $6.5B | |
| India | 2018 | $873.6M | $6.4B | |
| United States | 2013 | $1.3B | $6.1B | |
| United Kingdom | 2015 | $1.8B | $6B | |
| The Netherlands | 2011 | €387M | $6B | |
| Singapore | 2015 | $1.5B | $8B | |
| Germany | 2015 | $1.3B | $5.36B | |
| Brazil | 2018 | $2.3B | $5.05B | |
| United States | 2018 | $643.2M | $5B | |
| India | 1998 | $1.2B | $5B | |
| Denmark | 2015 | $470.9M | $5B | |
| United Kingdom | 2010 | $1.1B | $5B | |
| Philippines | 2015 | $1.3B | $5B | |
| Saudi Arabia | 2019 | $1.9B | $5B | |
| France | 2016 | $709.5M | $5B | |
| Germany | 2015 | $1.7B | $5B | |
| South Africa | 1994 | ZAR3.8B | $5B | |
| United Kingdom | 2014 | $1.6B | $5B | |
| India | 2015 | $989.8M | $5B | |
| Austria | 2014 | $554M | $4.11B | |
| United States | 2017 | $452.2M | $4B | |
| United States | 2021 | $350M | $4B | |
| United States | 2016 | $444.5M | $4B | |
| United States | 2011 | $468.2M | $4B | |
| India | 2009 | $143.3M | $4B | |
| United States | 2019 | $1B | $3.4B | |
| United States | 2009 | $761.4M | $3.25B | |
| United States | 2016 | $419.4M | $3.2B | |
| Canada | 2014 | $634M | $3.2B | |
| United States | 2006 | $475M | $3.1B | |
| United States | 2019 | $264M | $3B | |
| Mexico | 2023 | $685M | $3B | |
| United States | 2017 | $487M | $3B | |
| United States | 2016 | $474.5M | $3B | |
| United States | 2021 | $268M | $3B | |
| The Netherlands | 2003 | €120M | $3B | |
| United States | 2015 | $1.1B | $3B | |
| United States | 2011 | $388.8M | $3B | |
| United States | 2008 | $908M | $3B | |
| India | 2018 | $823.2M | $3B | |
| United States | 2015 | $914.6M | $3B | |
| Argentina | 2017 | $910M | $3B | |
| United States | 2012 | $550.8M | $3B | |
| United Kingdom | 2014 | $624.6M | $3B | |
| China | 2015 | $4.8B | $3B | |
| United States | 2016 | $414M | $3B | |
| Brazil | 2018 | $888M | $3B | |
| United Kingdom | 1991 | £525M | $3.B | |
| China | 2012 | $1.2B | $3B | |
| United States | 2009 | $1.1B | $2.7B | |
| United States | 2012 | $543.5M | $2.4B | |
| United States | 2013 | $498M | $2.4B | |
| United States | 2014 | $458.3M | $2.4B | |
| United States | 2014 | $556.5M | $2.3B | |
| Vietnam | 2007 | $433.8M | $2.27B | |
| Mexico | 2014 | $314.5M | $2.2B | |
| United States | 2015 | $602.4M | $2.2B | |
| United States | 2015 | $160M | $2.17B | |
| France | 2020 | €213.5M | $2.16B | |
| India | 2018 | $247M | $2.15B | |
| Brazil | 2013 | $2.1B | $2.15B | |
| United Kingdom | 2011 | $529.3M | $2.1B | |
| Singapore | 2020 | $690.2M | $2.1B | |
| Greece | 2010 | $989.5M | $2.05B | |
| United States | 2013 | $171.5M | $2B | |
| United Kingdom | 2015 | $442.2M | $2B | |
| United States | 2015 | $216.7M | $2B | |
| United States | 2018 | $605M | $2B | |
| United States | 2019 | $370.5M | $2B | |
| Portugal | 2009 | $352.5M | $2B | |
| The Netherlands | 2012 | €366.9M | $2B | |
| United States | 2019 | $178.5M | $2B | |
| United States | 2018 | $601.5M | $2B | |
| United States | 2017 | $365.2M | $2B | |
| Germany | 2014 | €481M | $2B | |
| United States | 2012 | $510M | $2B | |
| United States | 2014 | $312.7M | $2B | |
| United States | 2015 | $1.5B | $2B |
