5 Austin Fintech Startups To Watch

Benzinga will be holding its annual Benzinga Global Fintech Awards, a day of dealmaking, networking, and recognition in the financial technology space, on Nov. 10, 2020.

In recognition of those disruptive innovators creating positive and diverse change within the financial services space, Benzinga is highlighting the top Houston-based startups changing the fintech landscape.

Amherst InsightLabs is a data- and analytics-focused financial services company helping clients mitigate risk in the real estate industry. Through a proprietary predictive analytics platform, Amherst allows users access to data with context. Overall, Amherst introduces transparency and helps clients see around the corners, spotting opportunities and risks as they emerge.

Juniper Square operates an investment management platform for commercial real estate. The firm’s core product portfolio consists of integrated data rooms, lead management, and subscription technology, as well as a CRM and workflow automation tool. Together, Juniper’s tools for fundraising, investment administration, and investor reporting, streamline operations, boosts fundraising productivity, and improves investor satisfaction.

Q2ebanking designs mobile, virtual, and voice banking applications for financial services institutions. The firm’s comprehensive electronic banking platform allows institutions and their users the ability to securely communicate and transact. Simply put, Q2 is a mission-driven company focused on helping financial institutions strengthen their communities.

Buzz Points helps financial services companies reward and engage customers. With a core focus loyalty and customer support, Buzz Points offers a sophisticated product set of dashboards, data analytics, and marketing tools that help financial institutions, merchants, and consumers make the best use of their money.

NetSpend is a global payments company that provides reloadable prepaid debit cards and related financial services to underbanked consumers. With a core focus on processing and marketing, NetSpend's alternatives to cash, credit, and traditional banking democratize access to financial wellness. 

Think that these companies are award-worthy? Nominate them for this year's Benzinga Global Fintech Awards here!

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