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The Academy for
FinTech Startups

Welcome to the Academy for Fintech Startups, your one-stop resource for everything related to building and growing a successful fintech company. Our collection of informative articles covers various aspects of fintech, from embedded finance to cryptocurrency, and addresses the unique challenges faced by financing technology companies.
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Fintech

Crypto

Coin & Network

Fintech Crash Course

Our Academy also provides invaluable insights into the rapidly growing field of embedded finance, which allows fintech startups to seamlessly integrate financial services into their applications. This game-changing approach enables companies to offer a more comprehensive and tailored user experience, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and revenue growth.

What is Embedded Finance
What is Embedded Finance

Learn about the Fintech trend that is changing the way customers interact with businesses.
How to Build a Fintech Startup
How to Build a Fintech Startup

Discover the essential steps to build a successful fintech startup in the US
What are Articles of Incorporation
What are Articles of Incorporation

Learn about Articles of Incorporation and their role in starting a fintech business.
What is B2B2C
What is B2B2C

B2B2C bridges B2B and B2C, offering services to consumers through strategic collaborations.
What is an EIN Number
What is an EIN Number

Learn about EINs, their uses, and differences from TINs to ensure your fintech startup's tax compliance.
How to get an EIN Number
How to get an EIN Number

Follow our guide to obtain and find your fintech startup's EIN number with ease and efficiency.
What is KYC
What is KYC

Regulatory compliance relies on businesses ensuring KYC is performed on customers - learn what exactly it is.
What is KYB
What is KYB

Similar to KYC, but with a focus on the business entity itself - it's another part of regulatory compliance.
What is an FBO account
What is an FBO account

Read about the specific type of fiat account powering trust throughout the Cybrid Embedded Finance platform.
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What is an MSB

A Money Services Business is a vital part of payment processing within North America.
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US Payment Rail Options

Learn about the many types of money movement available in the United States.
Global Payments Processor
B2B(2C) Global Payments

Learn how businesses connect to North America financial infrastructure for global payments.
What is an ACH payment
What is an ACH payment

With many types of money movement available, ACH provides fast settlement time and cost effective fees.
What is an RTP
What is the RTP network

Unlock the power of instant transactions in the United States with the Real-Time Payment network.
What is FedNow
What is FedNow

FedNow is a real-time payment and settlement service by the Federal Reserve, enabling instant transactions.
What is a Crypto Onramp
What is a Crypto Onramp

As the gateway between traditional & blockchain finance, crypto onramps facilitate fiat-to-crypto conversions.
What is a Crypto Offramp
What is a Crypto Offramp

Bridging the gap between cryptocurrencies and the traditional finance, crypto offramps provide convenient withdrawal methods.

Crypto Crash Course

Cryptocurrencies are another crucial aspect of the fintech landscape, with their potential to disrupt traditional financial systems and offer new investment opportunities for both businesses and individuals. Our articles cover the ins and outs of digital currencies, blockchain technology, and the evolving regulatory environment.

What is a Blockchain
What is a Blockchain

Learn about the core technology powering cryptocurrency.
What are Blockchain Layers
What are Blockchain Layers

To provide increased functionality, layering is often implemented.
What is a Crypto Wallet
What is a Crypto Wallet

Integrated wallets will be pivotal to the new digital future & next-gen products.
What is a Custodial Wallet
What is a Custodial Wallet

Custody of assets comes in a variety of methods with pros and cons to each.
What is a seed phrase
What is a Seed Phrase

A Seed Phrase derives all of the private and public keys for a wallet.
What is a Crypto Transaction
What is a Crypto Transaction

Verified transactions can change the data of a blockchain in many ways
What is a CEX and DEX
What is a CEX and DEX

Exchanges can come in two varieties: Centralized and Decentralized.
What is Tokenization
What is Tokenization

Tokens are a versatile way to digitally represent all sorts of things.
What are Soul Bound Tokens
What are Soul Bound Tokens

A specific type of token, which cannot be moved once minted to a wallet address.
What are Stablecoins & CBDCs
What are Stablecoins & CBDCs

Learn about the tokens being utilized by DeFi and exchanges.
What is Circle, USDC & Centre
What is Circle, USDC & Centre

A high-level overview of the institutions that create the USDC ecosystem.
How is the USDC peg maintained
How is the USDC peg maintained

Learn how USDC maintains its financial stability in the decentralized economy.
Who is Circle
Who is Circle

Read about the financial institution maintaining USDC's cash reserves.
Coin vs Token
Coin vs Token

Explore the difference between coin and tokens, which can almost seem the same.

Network & Coin Profiles

Cryptocurrencies are another crucial aspect of the fintech landscape, with their potential to disrupt traditional financial systems and offer new investment opportunities for both businesses and individuals. Our articles cover the ins and outs of digital currencies, blockchain technology, and the evolving regulatory environment. Please note the content provided is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial, investment, tax, or legal advice.

USD Coin (USDC)
USDC (USD Coin)

Learn about the stablecoin USDC which is minted by Circle.
Bitcoin (BTC)
Bitcoin (BTC)

Learn about the first cryptocurrency that is often called "Digital Gold".
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Lightning Network

Learn about Bitcoin's scalable Layer 2 that is redefining global payments.