Flow Accelerator, in partnership with The National Bank and the Arab Innovation Network, invites innovators in Palestine to apply for the Fintech Challenge, an opportunity to develop and build solutions for the financial technology sector.
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: Fintech Challenge & Hackathon
- For: Students, graduates, early-stage founders, and professionals in Palestine
- Key Benefits: Cash prizes, mentorship, and a potential spot in Flow Accelerator’s programs
- Application Deadline: June 14, 2026
- Location: Palestine
Challenge Overview
The Fintech Challenge is a two-stage program designed to discover and develop innovative solutions for real-world challenges in the financial sector. The journey begins with submitting an initial idea, which will be pitched to a specialized committee. Selected teams will then advance to an intensive 3-day hackathon featuring inspiration sessions, development workshops, and a final pitch competition.
Key Benefits
- Receive cash prizes for winning solutions.
- Get an opportunity to join Flow Accelerator’s programs.
- Gain support and mentorship from experts in the fintech industry.
- Participate in intensive workshops to build and refine your solution.
Eligibility Criteria
Applications are open to both individuals and teams (two or more people). The ideal candidate is one of the following:
- A university student or recent graduate in IT, Computer Science, Business, Finance, Accounting, Data Science, AI, UX/Product Design, Entrepreneurship, or Financial Law.
- An owner of an early-stage project addressing gaps in the financial ecosystem.
- A programmer, designer, or data analyst looking to apply their skills to solve impactful problems.
- A professional who wants to invest their expertise in fintech innovation.
Program Structure and Key Dates
- Application Deadline: June 14, 2026
- Initial Idea Pitching: Selected applicants will present their ideas to a committee on July 11, 2026.
- Fintech Innovation Challenge: Qualified teams will advance to a 3-day intensive hackathon.
How to Apply
To participate, please fill out the application form before the deadline on June 14, 2026.
Apply Here
About Flow Accelerator
Flow Accelerator is a Palestinian business accelerator dedicated to supporting startups and innovators. It provides entrepreneurs with the essential resources, mentorship, and network access to transform their ideas into successful ventures, fostering technological advancement and a thriving startup ecosystem.
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