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Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) announced on Thursday the launch of Women in Fintech Accelerator. Under the GIFT International Fintech Innovation Hub (GIFT IFIH), the programme aims to prepare women-led fintech ventures for institutional capital and help them scale operations.

Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) announced on Thursday the launch of Women in Fintech Accelerator to boost participation of women-led startups at the International Financial Services Centre. Launched under the GIFT International Fintech Innovation Hub (GIFT IFIH), officials described the initiative as an investment readiness programme. It is designed to help women-led fintech ventures access institutional capital more effectively and scale their operations. Sanjay Kaul, MD and group CEO of GIFT City, stated, “GIFT City is committed to fostering a globally competitive financial ecosystem that encourages innovation, inclusivity, and entrepreneurship. Through initiatives such as the Women in Fintech Accelerator, we aim to support high-potential women-led startups with the capabilities and access required to engage with institutional capital.” The programme focuses on empowering women entrepreneurs in the fintech sector.

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