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Tampa Bay Wave rolls in latest class for 2025 fintech accelerator - Tampa Bay Business Journal
Now in its fourth year, alumni companies have raised over $300 million in funding and generated over $60 million in revenue. Notable graduates include New York-based Paperstack, Atlanta-based Viva Finance and St. Louis-based Ascent.
August 14, 2025Entrepreneurship
USF and Tampa Bay Wave launch 2025 FinTech|X Accelerator cohort
Now in its fourth year, the FinTech|X Accelerator has become a premier launchpad for high-potential, early-stage fintech companies. The 2025 cohort kicked off on Aug. 4 with 12 companies.
August 14, 2025Business News
Tampa Bay Wave and USF team up for 2025 FinTech|X Accelerator launch - TBBW
The 2025 cohort will bring together a group of startups worldwide. Since its inception, the program's alumni have raised more than $300 million in funding and generated over $60 million in revenue.
August 1, 2025Business News, Entrepreneurship
High schoolers explore stocks, fintech and investments at USF’s finance camp
In its second year, the Bulls Finance Summer Camp covers topics like personal finance, investments, corporate finance and fintech through a mix of interactive lectures, collaborative projects, and industry tools.
July 24, 2025Business News
How the FinTech|X Accelerator is reshaping the future of finance and technology in Tampa Bay - USF St. Petersburg
Approaching its fourth year, the Fintech|X Accelerator has drawn startup founders from across the United States and around the world who have gone on to generate millions in revenue while creating hundreds of jobs.
May 20, 2025Business News
USF joins Tampa’s innovation leaders at Synapse Summit 2025
USF made a major impact at Synapse Summit 2025, with students, faculty and researchers leading panels, keynotes and startup showcases. From solar energy innovation to national security and artificial intelligence, many USF colleges played a role in shaping Tampa Bay’s future.
April 3, 2025Business News, Entrepreneurship, Research and Innovation
New international partnership between USF and Sungkyunkwan University will prepare students for careers in fintech
During their time at USF, the students from SKKU met with fintech faculty, learned about academic programs and joined panel discussions with leaders in the fintech industry.
February 3, 2025Business News
New international partnership between USF and Sungkyunkwan University will prepare students for careers in fintech - USF St. Petersburg
A group of prospective students from Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) in South Korea spent a week exploring the Tampa Bay area and getting an inside look at USF’s Fintech Center at the Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance.
January 29, 2025Business News
Third FinTech|X Accelerator program concludes with Pitch Night
The cohort’s 10 high-growth startups showcased their innovative fintech solutions. The program is the result of an innovative partnership between USF and the Tampa Bay Wave.
November 21, 2024Business News, Events
Tampa Bay Wave and USF announce new class of startups for FinTech|X Accelerator
Tampa Bay Wave and the USF Muma College of Business have selected 10 high-growth startups to take part in its third FinTech|X Accelerator program, which aims to propel businesses through support and guidance from industry veterans to success in the Tampa Bay region and beyond.
October 2, 2024Business News
Business leaders engage with faculty on the rapidly evolving field and future of fintech
Both businesses and universities are grappling with the disruptive nature of fintech, which is rapidly transforming industries. This is why business leaders across Tampa Bay engaged with USF faculty about fintech research and academic programs.
September 26, 2024Business News
USF Muma College of Business to roll out enhanced AI-focused business curriculum this fall
The goal is to ensure that every business student understands AI tools and how to use them, whether as an internal AI user or an expert in the field, as AI continues to expand its footprint into the business industry and job market.
May 31, 2024Business News