Chime CEO & Menlo Ventures Partner Discuss Fintech on TechCrunch Live

Chime's Success and Upcoming TechCrunch Live Appearance

The fintech sector is currently experiencing significant growth and attracting substantial investor interest. Chime, a prominent player in this landscape, has successfully capitalized on this momentum.

To date, the company has secured over $2.6 billion in funding, with a recent injection of $750 million received this year alone.

Valuation and IPO Potential

Operating within the realm of fee-free banking, Chime now boasts a valuation of $25 billion. Reports from The Wall Street Journal indicate that an initial public offering (IPO) is anticipated for the company in the near future.

Chris Britt on TechCrunch Live

We are pleased to announce that Chris Britt, founder and CEO of Chime, will be a guest on an upcoming episode of TechCrunch Live. He will be accompanied by Shawn Carolan from Menlo Ventures, who spearheaded the company’s Series C funding round in 2018.

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Discussions center around the factors that attracted investors to the company, the founder’s rationale for selecting specific investors, and the collaborative process of scaling the business.

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