CNBC Seeks World's Greatest FinTechs - Is Your Company Da Best

• CNBC and Statista launch the fourth edition of the World's Top Fintech Companies list.
• The list recognizes top fintech players globally, from startups to Big Tech.
• The application deadline is April 24, 2026.
• The ranking considers factors like revenue growth, employee headcount, and business model.

Jagshemash Fintech Fans Opportunity is Here

Jagshemash, my name is Borat Sagdiyev, and I am very excite to report on important news from United States of America. CNBC, very nice, is looking for the world's greatest fintech companies. You know, fintech – like when you use computer to send money to village or buy new tractor. Very important for progress of society.

Who Can Apply, You May Be Asking

This competition is for all fintechs, from small startup to big company like Mastercard. Last year, many new companies made it to list. This year also is including regulation tech, the people who make sure others follow rules. Very important. If you are developing new ways to do financial things with technology, you should apply. Maybe your company can be da best, just like Kazakhstan is da best country in the world. In Kazakhstan we also have Aging Homes, Aging Homeowners Price Gap Emerges but that is another story.

How to Put Name in the Hat

To enter, you must go to Statista website and fill out form. They will ask about your business and how much money you make and how many people work for you. Be honest, or else you get gulag. The deadline is April 24, 2026. This gives you time to prepare very nice presentation, maybe with picture of you wrestling bear. I think bear wrestling is good sign of company strength. Very powerful.

Why is This Important, You Ask

Fintech is very important because it helps people do business faster and easier. Before, you had to go to bank and fill out many forms. Now, you can do it on your phone while riding camel. This is big progress. Also, with artificial intelligence, fintech is getting even better. Like Pamela Anderson getting better with… never mind.

The Numbers Don't Lie

Even though investment in fintech has gone down little bit, it is still very big business. Almost $45 billion was invested in the first half of 2025. This means many people believe in fintech. You should too. In my village, we believe in everything, even things that are not real.

Apply Now Before It Is Too Late

So, my friends, if you have fintech company, you must apply for CNBC's World's Top Fintech Companies. It is great honor, like winning golden thong at Kazakhstan State Fair. If you have any questions, email Statista. And remember, "Wa wa wee wa" means "good luck" in Kazakh. Chenqui.