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Monesave brings social and community touch to personal finance

DUBLIN, 1-Mar-2024 — /EPR FINANCIAL NEWS/ — Monesave, a trailblazer in the social fintech space, proudly unveils its latest innovation: Anonymous Budget Benchmarking. This ground breaking feature empowers users not only to craft personalised budgets but also to compare their progress anonymously with peers, transforming the landscape of financial management.

In today’s digital age, managing finances can often feel like a solitary journey. Traditional budgeting methods, such as pen and paper or generic budgeting apps, fail to address the emotional aspect of financial management.

Recognising the loneliness inherent in traditional budgeting practices, Monesave set out to create a solution that goes beyond mere number crunching. With its empathetic Budgeting App, Monesave provides users with a supportive environment where they can connect with like-minded individuals, share their budgets, investment ideas, and receive encouragement along their financial journey.

“Budgeting shouldn’t be a solitary task,” emphasises Patrick Enin, co-founder and CEO of Monesave. “We understand the emotional toll that financial management can take, especially for those facing unique challenges. That’s why we’ve built a platform that not only helps users manage their finances but also provides a sense of belonging and community.”

Monesave’s Budgeting App reimagines the traditional budgeting experience by offering features tailored to address the emotional needs of users. Through interactive forums, support groups, and personalised guidance, Monesave creates a virtual support network where users can find solace in knowing that they’re not alone in their financial struggles.

“We want our users to feel empowered and supported every step of the way,” adds Sanjay Sikdar. “By fostering a sense of community and empathy, we’re breaking down the barriers to financial success and creating a more inclusive space for everyone.”

In addition to its social approach, Monesave’s Budgeting App offers practical tools and resources to help users achieve their financial goals. From customisable budgets to intuitive savings plans, Monesave equips users with the tools they need to take control of their finances with confidence. Imagine a budgeting community on reddit but from with the ability to actually form groups and invest directly from the Monesave App.

Moreover, Monesave’s Budgeting App encourages collaboration through its Group Savings feature, allowing users to pool resources and work towards common financial objectives. Whether it’s saving for a rainy day fund or planning for a shared expense, Monesave empowers users to achieve their goals collectively, strengthening bonds and fostering a sense of camaraderie.

“We believe in the power of collective action,” states Patrick. “By bringing people together, we can accomplish more than we ever could alone. With Monesave, users can leverage the support of their community to overcome financial challenges and build a brighter future.”

Moreover, Monesave’s Budgeting App fosters a vibrant Budgeting & Savings Community where users can share insights, tips, and strategies for effective money management. Through interactive forums and social features, members can invest in Crypto, challenge each other to save more with positive peer pressure, and get cash rewards on the app.

As part of its commitment to innovation, Monesave is exploring opportunities in Crypto Trading to provide users with additional avenues for wealth accumulation and diversification. By integrating cryptocurrency functionalities into its platform, Monesave aims to cater to the evolving needs of its tech-savvy user base while maintaining its focus on community and empathy.

For more information about Monesave and its Socialised Budgeting App, please visit [www.monesave.com]. Join the Monesave community who share a passion about Savings & Budgeting.

About Monesave:
Monesave is a pioneering company founded by two ex-bankers from minority background who are passionate about revolutionizing bringing a social and community touch to personal finance. Through its innovative Budgeting & Savings App, Monesave empowers users to take control of their finances, gain valuable insights from their peers, and get rewarded. With a focus on transparency, accountability, and community, Monesave is reshaping the future of financial management.

SOURCE: EuropaWire

Financial, Funding, Insurance, Insurance Services, Investment

Hong Kong’s Innovation and Technology Venture Fund part of insurtech startup Ignatica’s Pre-A round of financing

ZÜRICH, 7-Jul-2021 — /EPR FINANCIAL NEWS/ — Ignatica, the insurance policy administration platform that offers digital self-service and intelligent automation solutions for insurers, is excited to announce that the Innovation and Technology Venture Fund (ITVF) has become its strategic investor.

The ITVF is a HK$2 billion fund established in 2017 by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government to co-invest with selected venture capital funds in local innovation and technology (I&T) start-ups.

“Becoming a portfolio company of the ITVF is core to Ignatica’s love and commitment to Hong Kong and its burgeoning start-up and technology sector,” said Ignatica President and Co-Founder, Travis Callahan.

As the first insurtech investment made by the ITVF, Ignatica’s platform lets insurers quickly and efficiently build and launch new products at low cost, while drastically reducing administration costs and transforming the servicing experience for consumers.

“The investment aligns with the ITVF’s primary objective to support the development of I&T start-ups in Hong Kong. We look forward to supporting Ignatica’s innovative work that creates new markets and value for the insurance industry,” said an ITVF spokesperson.

As of July 7, 2021, the ITVF has invested US$1.75 million in Ignatica.

“As a lifelong Hong Konger, it means a great deal to me to enter into this partnership with the city,” said Ignatica CTO and Co-Founder Adhish Pendharkar. “Ignatica is a reflection of the diversity, innovation, and sense of community of Hong Kong.”

Ignatica’s suite of SaaS offerings allows insurance product managers to create and edit coverages and plans, dynamically adjust pricing, and change product configurations in seconds. They also enable servicing and back-office operations to be automated and pushed to the front edge for digital self-service for even the most complex insurance products.

“The ITVF is an ideal investor as we continue to scale our business globally,” said Manuel San Miguel, Ignatica’s CEO and Co-Founder. “It’s an honor to be chosen by the city’s own, premiere investment fund.”

“We welcome the Innovation and Technology Venture Fund to join as a co-investor of Ignatica. We believe Ignatica will be better positioned growing in the Hong Kong market, and in turn contributing to Hong Kong’s fintech industry,” said Ming Shu, Partner of Lingfeng Capital. “As the lead investor of the company’s Pre-A round of financing, we are very pleased to introduce Ignatica to the ITVF. Moving forward, we aspire to continue our post-investment value-add to our portfolio companies and together building the future of insurance technology in the Greater China region and beyond.”

ABOUT IGNATICA (www.ignatica.io/)

Ignatica was founded in 2018 by Manuel San Miguel, former Manulife CTO for APAC, fellow technology and insurance industry veteran, Adhish Pendharkar, and longtime C-suite executive and entrepreneur Travis Callahan. Its core platform technology enables insurers to profitably provide every person on the planet the type of insurance they need, at the price they can afford, with the service and speed that today’s customers expect.

ABOUT INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY VENTURE FUND (https://www.itf.gov.hk/en/funding-programmes/supporting-start-ups/itvf/)

The ITVF is a HK$2 billion fund established by the HKSAR Government in 2017 with a view to attracting more private capital to invest in local I&T start-ups, thereby creating a more vibrant I&T ecosystem in Hong Kong. The ITVF will co-invest with selected co-investment partners at a matching investment ratio of approximately 1 to 2.

ABOUT LINGFENG CAPITAL (www.lingfengcap.com/)

Lingfeng Capital is a growth capital private equity fund for the fintech sector in the Asia Pacific, particularly in the Greater China region. Its focus is on real applications and underlying tech for the finance industry. Its vision is to become the leading innovative tech fund management company and to facilitate growth and success for the next generation of entrepreneur-driven fintech companies.

SOURCE: EuropaWire