5 New Swiss Fintech Startups to Follow in 2022
Summary
In 2021, the Swiss fintech industry continued to mature with established players growing in size, attracting large rounds of funding, and expanding overseas. The momentum in the cryptocurrency and blockchain space pursued, building on the surge in crypto trading, and the entry into force of the landmark distributed ledger technology (DLT) act. The year also saw a number of new startups being founded, tackling varied segments ranging from payments and digital assets, to green fintech and wealth management. Cities, municipalities, SMEs and tourist regions can use the Ecoo app, which is based on the Tezos blockchain, to engage with their local communities, design state-of-the art loyalty programs or organize events. Use cases include improving branding and work motivation by gifting employees vouchers for food and health which they can redeem at selected partner shops, engaging with residents and community members in a more playful way, or boosting loyalty by fostering healthier lifestyles with rewards.