AGEFI Luxembourg - mai 2025

T he LuxembourgHouse of Financial Technology (LHoFT) Foundation is proud to announce the second edition of Catapult: Green Fin- tech, its flagship acceleration pro- gramdesigned to propel fintech startups advancing sustainable fi- nance technologies. Following the success of last year’s inaugural edition, the 2025 programdeepens Luxembourg’s commitment to cli- mate-aligned innovation and fi- nancial sector transformation. Catapult: Green Fintech is again made possible with the support of the Min- istry of Finance and in close collabora- tion with the Luxembourg Sustainable Finance Initiative (LSFI) . Ten cutting-edge fintech startupswill be selected from across the world for their pioneeringwork in areas such as Green Finance&RiskManagement, Environ- ment Measurement, Sustainable Fi- nance Regulation, and Green Finance & ESG Data Collection/Management . These firms will participate in an inten- sive week-long bootcamp in Luxem- bourg during September 2025. Nasir Zubairi, CEO of the LHoFT, shared: “ We’re thrilled to bring back Cata- pult: Green Fintech for a second year. The momentumwe’re seeing in sustainable inno- vation is inspiring, and it’s clear that fintech has a crucial role to play in the global transi- tion. This program is about bringing great minds together to challenge the status quo and spark real change.” During the program, the selected star- tupswill gaindirect access to leading in- vestors, policymakers, and experts from Luxembourg’s sustainable finance ecosystem. Participants will also join the LSFI’s 2025 Sustainable Finance Sum- mit ,with tailored sessions exploringpri- vate capital mobilisation, stewardship, biodiversity, and human rights in fi- nance. Additional activities include hands-onworkshops, expert talks, pitch- ing rounds, and individual mentoring, offering founders an immersive and transformative experience. The winner and standout alumni of the inaugural 2024 is Connect Earth, led by CEOAlex Lempka. Alex shared his ex- perience: “The Catapult GreenFintech pro- gramenabledus to not only learnmore about the strategic benefits of the Luxembourg fi- nance ecosystem, but also how Luxembourg is a global leader in Sustainable Finance. The program gave us exposure to all the impor- tant bodies and organisations that we need to knowabout inorder for us tounderstandhow Luxembourg can support our business ex- pansion. I highly recommend the program.” Why Luxembourg? As the Eurozone’s leading financial cen- tre anda global pioneer in sustainablefi- nance, Luxembourgprovides apowerful springboard for green fintech innova- tion. The country continues to invest in climate-aligned financial instruments suchas greenbonds, blendedfinanceve- hicles, and ESG-labeled investment funds. Its progressive regulatory envi- ronment, coupled with cutting-edge in- frastructure, including the world’s first platform for green securities, positions Luxembourg as an ideal launchpad for next-generation green fintech solutions. The 2025 Program Taking place from September 15–19, 2025 , the program welcomes ten promising fintech startups with demonstrable product-market fit and early commercial traction. Participat- ing firms are expected from France, Germany, Luxembourg, The Nether- lands, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom . Throughout theweek, participants will take part in sessions led by industry leaders and subject-matter experts from Luxembourg’s sustainable finance ecosystem. The programwill culminate in a pitch event , where startups will present their solutions to a jury of in- vestors and sustainability professionals, opening doors to investment and part- nership opportunities. Following the bootcamp, participating startups will continue to share perfor- mancedataoverthreeyears,enablingthe LHoFT and its partners to assess long- term impact and amplify success stories. Lorenzo Avico, Deputy-CEO of the LSFI, commented: “As we look to acceler- ate the sustainable finance transition, fin- tech plays a critical role in offering innova- tive solutions to mobilise capital, meet regulatory requirements, assess risks, and measure impact. In this regard, partnering with the LHoFT fintech ecosystem is a core component of the LSFI Luxembourg Sus- tainable Finance Strategy 2030. The Cata- pult Green FinTech programme, which we are proud to co-facilitate, is a key initiative aimed at equipping start-ups with the tools, networks, and guidance they need to scale impactful solutions—while supporting the Luxembourg financial center’s transition toward sustainability.” LHoFT Launches 2025 Edition of Catapult: Green Fintech toAccelerate Sustainable Innovation Mai 2025 47 AGEFI Luxembourg Informatique financière Abonnement aumensuel (journal + éditiondigitale) 1an(11numéros)=55€abonnementpourLuxembourgetBelgique-65€pourautrespays L’édition digitale du mensuel en ligne sur notre site Internet www.agefi.lu est accessible automatiquement aux souscripteurs de l’éditionpapier. NOM:....................................................................................................................................................................... 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The fifteen selected fintech innovators will undergo an intensive acceleration program in Luxembourg duringJune 2025, before the program shifts to the Philippines in Asia, culminating at the 5th Asia Finance Forum in September. Each selected company offers solutions addressing critical challenges in finan- cial inclusion, fromAI-powered credit assessment tools to blockchain-based charitable platforms and Sharia-com- pliant digital services. Their participa- tion represents a significant opportu- nity for knowledge exchange between European and Southeast Asian finan- cial ecosystems. Participants will have an outstanding opportunity to connect with Industry leaders, investors, and potential part- ners during Nexus Luxembourg 2025, Luxembourg’s leading tech conference. Key stakeholders and professionals from the sectors of finance, develop- ment, sustainable finance, and technol- ogy will engage with these innovative companies throughout their residency in Luxembourg. The 2025Cohort: AMAN Affordable,flexiblehealthinsurancesolu- tions for underserved Indonesian SMEs withcustomizablebenefitsandteamsizes. DJOIN Digital banking platform andAI-driven credit engine for credit unions servingfi- nancial inclusion in Eastern Indonesia through their products Coopmax and KOCEK. GOBARAKAH Platformsolution transforming charita- ble donations into traceable digital as- sets (e-vouchers), ensuring transparent aid distribution even to unbanked pop- ulations while minimizing waste and misuse. KAYACREDIT Digital lending platform providing MSME loans toFMCGretailers inSouth- east Asia, addressing the region’s $500 billion credit funding gap. MADCASH Solution to empowers women en- trepreneurs with capital, business skills, andfinancial training throughaplatform tracking funddisbursement, loan repay- ment, and business growth. PACKWORKS B2B platformequippingmicro-retailers with digital tools for inventory, sales management, and business analytics while generatingmarket intelligence for FMCG brands. PAYD Earned Wage Access solution for em- ployees to access earned salaries on de- mand and Casual Worker Management tools for immediate payment upon job completion. PEWARISAN Tech-driven estate planning platform to prevent frozenassets afterdeathbymak- inglegacyplanningaffordableandacces- sible through user-friendly mobile applications. PHAPAY Streamlined, auto-payment integration for businesses, reducing technical com- plexity while promoting a standardized digital payment ecosystem for local and global markets. QAZWA.ID Sharia-compliant P2P lending platform connecting investors with SMEs through Islamic financing contracts like Muraba- hah andMudharabah, supervised by In- donesia’s Financial ServicesAuthority. RIZE Innovationsolutionreducinggreenhouse gasemissionsinagriculturebycombining improved farming practiceswith propri- etaryMRVtechnologytounlockgreenfi- nancing for sustainable rice cultivation. ROLLINGPAY Solution converting daily sales into in- stant, halal financing for small businesses through AI analysis, offering automatic credit access with repayments deducted fromfuture sales. SALARYHERO FinancialhealthplatformforThaiworkers offeringSalaryonDemand,FinancialEd- ucation,BudgetingTools,andHigh-Inter- estSavingstoimproveemployeefinancial wellbeing. SPIROCARBON Climate-tech company using AI, blockchain, and satellite monitoring to connect smallholder farmers in Southeast Asia with carbon markets and green fi- nancing opportunities. WAKALAHMU Shariah insurance technology platform enablingpartnerstosellandprocessmul- tiple insurance products from different providersonlineinreal-timethroughweb andmobile applications. AProgramDesigned for Growth andCollaboration The 2025 edition of Cataput: Inclusion SE Asia, will include tailored workshops, pitch sessions, andmentorship led by in- dustryexperts fromthefinancial services, microfinance,andfintechsectors.Thepro- gram offers unique access to crucial re- sources and networks, allowing startups to enhance their solutions, attract invest- ment, andbuild strategic partnerships. The program bridges ASEAN fintech ecosystems with European expertise, creatingpowerful cross-regional knowl- edge exchange. This strategic connec- tion enables the development of innovative financial solutions that scale effectively to meet the diverse needs of underserved communities throughout Southeast Asia. As Nasir Zubairi, CEO, LHoFT Founda- tion, explained: “This program reflects Lux- embourg’s commitment to supporting meaningful innovation that has real impact. We’re proud to help these fintechs strengthen theirbusinessmodelsandbuildthecriticalcon- nections needed to scale.” “ADBisdelightedtoseetheadvancementofthe next phase of the CatapultAsia program, cele- brating the ingenuity and impact of fintech startups committed to transforming the finan- ciallandscape. InpartnershipwiththeLuxem- bourgHouseofFinancialTechnology(LHoFT), ADB is eager to explore newways of harness- ingtechnologytofostereconomicresilience,en- hance consumer trust, and contribute to the region’s long-term sustainable development goals.We look forward to hosting the conclud- ing activities of the Catapult Asia program at the5thAsiaFinanceForumon23-25Septem- ber2025.”, saidChristineEngstrom,Senior Director, Finance Sector, Asian Develop- ment Bank. Learnmore :https://lc.cx/mEdpE9 LHoFT’s Catapult: Inclusion Asia 2025 (16th - 20th of June) LuxembourgWelcomes 15 Southeast Asian Fintechs