Techstart Startup Weekend Skopje 2025: Fintech Innovations Transforming the Financial World
The largest entrepreneurial event in North Macedonia, Techstars Startup Weekend Skopje 2025, will take place from October 31 to November 2. This year’s focus is on one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic industries in the world of technology — FinTech.
Startup Weekend Skopje is part of the global Techstars network, supported by Google for Entrepreneurs, and is organized in more than 159 countries, with over 430,000 young entrepreneurs having taken part worldwide.
The event will once again be hosted at the ProCredit Bank headquarters in Skopje, a responsible financial institution that consistently supports events and companies dedicated to positive social impact and digital innovation. Alongside Mastercard, ProCredit Bank Skopje serves as the main sponsor, sharing the same passion and vision for a better future with Startup Weekend Skopje 2025.
FinTech, a blend of “financial” and “technology,” refers to technologies, apps, and software that allow individuals or companies to digitally access, manage, and gain insights into their finances, as well as perform financial transactions quickly. As consumers increasingly adopt digital tools, fintech has become a key factor in addressing financial challenges and achieving financial goals—from banking and budgeting to investing and lending.
This three-day event will serve as a platform where young entrepreneurs, programmers, designers, and innovators will showcase their ideas and develop fintech solutions that transform how financial services are used—making them simpler and safer.
The Startup Weekend ideas should focus on fintech solutions designed for practical implementation within the banking sector, while excluding concepts related to issuing cryptocurrencies or operating cryptocurrency exchange platforms.
Why FinTech?
The fintech industry enables personalized, innovative, and fast financial solutions, emphasizing adaptability and continuous improvements in response to technological and consumer needs. Leveraging advanced technologies such as AI, data analytics, and automation, fintech platforms offer users personalized control over their finances, improving financial literacy and easing budget and transaction management.
Techstars Startup Weekend Skopje 2025 invites participants to build innovative tools that address real financial challenges—from smart budgeting and digital payment systems to the automation and integration of financial services using AI.
Key fintech trends featured this year include:
- AI-driven personalized financial tools;
- Enhanced security with biometric and digital verification systems;
- Adaptation to new regulations and integration of sustainable, ethical practices;
What participants can expect:
- Work in creative teams with mentorship from top fintech and startup experts;
- Support in developing and presenting innovative business solutions;
- Opportunities for direct collaboration with ProCredit Bank and strategic partners for further; implementation and growth;
- Networking, knowledge sharing, and experience building in an inspiring, supportive environment;
Techstars Startup Weekend Skopje 2025 is a call to all creatives, innovators, and entrepreneurs to join the fintech revolution and develop impactful solutions for individuals and companies.
PRICES
1st Place Prizes
ProCredit Bank:
- Mentorship session for creating a business plan;
- VIP gathering: financial education;
- Free workspace in Hive Room (1 month);
- Free account maintenance (if they register a business): indefinitely;
- Exclusive participation in ProCredit Business Academy 2026 (2 participants);
- Complimentary tickets to Startup Revolution AI Summit;
Startup Club:
- Direct entry into the finale of the “Имам идеја 3” incubation program.
Solveo:
- Consulting services for a successful product launch, user acquisition, market positioning, and entry strategies.
Women in Tech:
- Women in Tech Macedonia is awarding a ticket to the winning team for WITCON 2025, the ultimate gathering for professionals in technology, innovation, artificial intelligence, and entrepreneurship."
FinqUP:
- 1 Startup pass @ Money Motion Conference in Zagreb, the largest fintech event in SEE.
- Technical mentoring and cloud credits for building the prototype.
NEST:
- Offer complete Investment clinics for the top 3 Startups and support with setting up a company in N.Macedonia.
2nd Place Prizes
ProCredit Bank:
- VIP gathering: financial education;
- Free workspace in Hive Room (2 weeks);
- Free account maintenance (if they register a business): 5 years;
- Complimentary tickets to Startup Revolution AI Summit;
Solveo:
- Consulting services for a successful product launch, user acquisition, market positioning, and entry strategies.
FinqUP:
- Technical mentoring and cloud credits for building the prototype
NEST:
- Offer complete Investment clinics for the top 3 Startups and support with setting up a company in N.Macedonia.
3rd Place Prizes
ProCredit Bank:
- VIP gathering: financial education;
- Free workspace in Hive Room (2 weeks);
- Free account maintenance (if they register a business): 2 years;
- Complimentary tickets to Startup Revolution AI Summit;
Solveo:
- Consulting services for a successful product launch, user acquisition, market positioning, and entry strategies.
FinqUP:
- Technical mentoring and cloud credits for building the prototype
NEST:
- Offer complete Investment clinics for the top 3 Startups and support with setting up a company in N.Macedonia
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