Charles Birnbaum
Partner Bessemer Venture Partners
Charles Birnbaum is a partner in Bessemer's New York office, where he invests in early stage and promising financial services, consumer, and education companies in the U.S. and Europe. He has a strong interest in fintech infrastructure, embedded financial services, and the entrepreneurs that are solving the hardest problems facing both consumers and businesses in our current financial system.
2025 AGENDA Sessions
Panel: Where Are the Fintech VCs Placing Their Bets in 2025?
The investment scene in fintech for 2025 is becoming increasingly selective and strategic. VCs are focusing on fintechs that promise profitability, utilize AI, and address pressing issues like financial inclusion and security enhancements. In this session, top VCs will share insights on key trends influencing their investment choices. We will explore the growing interest in Gen AI-based fintechs, the impact of new consumer regulations, and the resurgence of cryptocurrencies and CBDCs, driven by increasing trust in blockchain technology. Additionally, VCs will advise fintechs on how to attract investment by demonstrating clear paths to profitability and focusing on solving real customer challenges. Join this panel to learn where fintech VCs are placing their bets, discover the qualities they seek in potential investments, and understand how to leverage these insights and tactics for success.
Tuesday 11 March 08:30 - 09:10 Veronese 2401A - 2501B
Financing Fintech’s Future
The investment scene in fintech for 2025 is becoming increasingly selective and strategic. VCs are focusing on fintechs that promise profitability, utilize AI, and address pressing issues like financial inclusion and security enhancements. In this session, top VCs will share insights on key trends influencing their investment choices. We will explore the growing interest in Gen AI-based fintechs, the impact of new consumer regulations, and the resurgence of cryptocurrencies and CBDCs, driven by increasing trust in blockchain technology. Additionally, VCs will advise fintechs on how to attract investment by demonstrating clear paths to profitability and focusing on solving real customer challenges. Join this panel to learn where fintech VCs are placing their bets, discover the qualities they seek in potential investments, and understand how to leverage these insights and tactics for success.
Veronese 2401A - 2501B US/Pacific
