Affinity Africa is an owner and operator of financial services companies in Sub-Saharan Africa. We pride ourselves on establishing digital-forward and branch-light financial institutions, leveraging FinTech and innovative design-led solutions to improve financial access and affordability. Affinity supports the unbanked and underserved by providing every individual and business with accessible and affordable financial services they can trust. The business intends to make digital banking a successful and valuable part of its distribution strategy, showcasing a better standard for banking in Africa. Founded in 2013, Affinity launched in Ghana in 2015 after acquiring PayFlex Microfinance Company Limited (now known as Affinity Ghana Savings and Loans) to focus on financial inclusion and financial literacy in a region that is underserved and under-penetrated. Ghana’s banked rate is 40%, where access to capital is even lower at 8%; this cripples MSMEs (Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises).

Afrocenchix is a diverse-owned business specializing in safe, effective, and vegan haircare products tailored for Afro, tightly coiled, and curly hair types. With a commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, Afrocenchix offers rigorously tested formulations and eco-friendly packaging. The company has gained recognition for its innovative approach to hair care, addressing common concerns with natural ingredients. Since its inception in 2008, Afrocenchix has expanded its product range and market presence, becoming a trusted name in the hair care industry, particularly among Black women. The brand's products are now available in 54 countries, showcasing its global reach and commitment to quality.

Amenitiz is an all-in-one management software designed for independent hotels, bed and breakfasts, and property managers. The platform streamlines operations, enhances guest experiences, and boosts profitability by automating reservations, check-ins, and billing. Key products include a channel manager, booking engine, and website builder, which help clients increase visibility and direct bookings while reducing reliance on third-party OTAs. Amenitiz differentiates itself through user-friendly design, cost-effective solutions, and a focus on personalized guest experiences. The company has seen significant traction, with clients reporting up to a 30% increase in direct bookings after implementation.

Andium is an Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) company that provides a remote field monitoring platform for the oil and gas industry, helping energy companies reduce operating costs by up to 45% and greenhouse gas emissions by up to 65%. Their innovative solutions include real-time monitoring for tank levels, flare stacks, methane leaks, and more, enabling clients to operate efficiently and meet compliance standards. With significant backing from investors like Aramco Ventures, Andium is positioned as a leader in the energy sector, committed to helping clients achieve their net-zero emissions goals.

Axie Infinity is a Pokémon-inspired universe where anyone can earn tokens through skilled gameplay and contributions to the ecosystem. Players can battle, collect, raise, and build a land-based kingdom for their pets. All art assets and Axie genetic data can be easily accessed by third parties, allowing community developers to build their own tools and experiences in the Axie Infinity universe. Although Axie is still in early access, Axie is ranked the #1 Ethereum game by daily, weekly, and monthly active users. It has generated over 6,400 ETH in revenue (2M+ USD) so far. While Axie is a fun game, it's also taken on characteristics of a social network and jobs platform due to the strong community and play-to-earn opportunities that have come from its early success.

BACKED is a human-centric venture capital fund that invests in exceptional founders at the Seed stage across Europe. The firm provides a comprehensive support system to help founders develop as company operators and leaders, leveraging their Founder Experience Platform and a vibrant portfolio community. BACKED focuses on various sectors, including BioTech, Blockchain, Financial Services, and Advanced Manufacturing, and has backed notable companies such as Hutch, Thought Machine, and LabGenius since its founding in 2015 by Andre de Haes and Alex Brunicki.

Banked is re-imagining mainstream payment methods and the current infrastructure facilitating digital payments around the world. Our goal is to deliver a fairer, faster and highly secure payment network to merchants and consumers. We focus on improving legacy experiences, reducing costs and providing operational efficiencies through strategic partnerships with tier 1 banks, payment providers, gateways and tech platforms. We provide the tools to enable merchants to regain control of rewarding and incentivizing their customers to drive loyalty and lifetime value.

Baseplus combines deep machine learning and data analysis to create bespoke, fragrance-free, sustainable and vegan personalised skin care products.

Bcb group is a leading crypto-dedicated payment services provider, serving many of the industry’s largest clients including bitstamp, crypto.com, fireblocks, galaxy, gemini and kraken. Bcb group provides payment services in over 30 currencies, fx, cryptocurrency liquidity, digital asset custody and blinc, which is bcb’s free, instant settlements network for the bcb client ecosystem. Responding to corporate and institutional demand for essential and excellent infrastructure in digital asset markets, bcb group was created by established thought leaders in finance, regulation and technology. Founded in the uk and developed to encompass key relationships across global financial services communities, bcb group is well positioned as one of the first multi-jurisdictional regulated cryptocurrency service firms.

Bird Buddy is a leading provider of AI-powered bird feeders that enhance the birdwatching experience by capturing stunning photos and videos of local birds. Their flagship product, the smart bird feeder, utilizes advanced AI technology to recognize over 1,000 bird species, providing users with instant notifications and insights about their feathered visitors. With a strong community of 300,000 members and a commitment to quality American craftsmanship, Bird Buddy has positioned itself as a top choice for nature enthusiasts. The company has gained significant traction through successful crowdfunding campaigns and partnerships, including being recognized as a CES Honoree, reflecting its innovative approach to connecting people with nature.

BlackPool DAO is a new fund operating within the NFT industry.

Borderless is a workforce migration platform.It offers automation solutions that focuses on all aspects of hiring and onboarding of foreign workers, including recruitment, immigration, relocation, and compliance.