This June, Purpl is proud to be among the select Lebanese startups showcasing at VivaTech 2025 in Paris, Europe’s premier startup and technology event. As part of the Lebanon Pavilion, we stand shoulder-to-shoulder with a dynamic delegation of innovators, proudly representing Lebanon’s entrepreneurial spirit and digital potential on the global stage.
A global stage for innovation
VivaTech is more than an event—it’s a global hub where the world’s most visionary startups, tech leaders, investors, and policymakers converge to shape the future. With over 165,000 expected attendees, 4,000 partners and exhibitors, and 400 speakers from 120 countries, it’s a launchpad for emerging companies to forge strategic partnerships and attract investment. For Purpl, exhibiting at VivaTech is a transformative opportunity to connect with industry pioneers and amplify our mission to facilitate remittances and financial independence for all.
Lebanon’s rising star on the VivaTech stage
Lebanon’s participation at VivaTech 2025 is a powerful testament to the country’s resilience and innovation in the face of adversity. Despite economic challenges, political instability, and infrastructure constraints, Lebanon’s tech ecosystem is accelerating, driven by a new generation of entrepreneurs determined to make a global impact. The Lebanon Pavilion, supported by initiatives like Berytech, the French tech in Beirut, AUB, Endeavour, CCI and Smart ESA, showcases startups like Purpl that are redefining industries such as fintech, healthtech, and agritech.
This international stage highlights Lebanon’s potential as a hub for digital innovation in the MENA region. Despite the challenges encountered locally in the country, it signals to the world that Lebanese startups want to play a role in the future of their country and in the region. By exhibiting at VivaTech, Lebanon is repositioning itself as a key player in the tech landscape, attracting investment and partnerships. For a nation where remittances account for over 27% of GDP (World Bank, 2024), fintech innovations like Purpl are critical to empowering communities and driving progress.
Purpl’s mission: Empowering Lebanon through fintech
At Purpl, we envision a future where everyone has access to sustainable financial independence, defined by their needs rather than circumstance. Our platform delivers instant, digital, and affordable cross-border payments, combining a user-friendly digital wallet with fee-free ATM cash-outs. In a country where traditional money transfers often carry high fees (9–12% on average) and delays, Purpl ensures more money reaches loved ones, businesses, and communities—fast and affordably.
Our selection for VivaTech 2025 is a landmark achievement for Purpl and a turning point for Lebanon’s fintech ecosystem. It underscores our belief that local innovation can address global challenges, empowering the Lebanese diaspora—over 20 million strong worldwide—and supporting Lebanon’s economic resilience.
Connect with Purpl at VivaTech 2025
If you’re attending VivaTech 2025, we invite you to visit us at the Lebanon Pavilion. Discover how Purpl is transforming remittances, meet our team, and share your vision for a better financial future. Whether you’re an investor, a potential partner, or simply passionate about Lebanon’s tech journey, we’re excited to connect and collaborate.
Join us in Paris this June to witness Lebanon’s innovation in action and see how Purpl is making every dollar count for our homeland.
