Excellence in Innovation: Whale Named 2025 FinTech Awards Winner

We are proud to announce that Whale has been officially recognized by Wealth & Finance International as a winner in the 2025 FinTech Awards.

This award program is designed to showcase the pioneers who are redefining the financial landscape through technology. For Whale, this recognition serves as a powerful validation of our mission: to modernize the $60 billion security deposit market and turn "dead capital" into a wealth-building asset for renters.

Why Whale Stood Out

The FinTech Awards are judged on merit, looking specifically at innovation, industry influence, and the ability to solve complex financial problems. Whale’s selection highlights a shift in the market toward Ethical Finance—solutions that benefit both the business and the consumer.

The judges noted several key factors that set Whale apart:

• The RIA Model: Unlike traditional deposit alternatives that operate on insurance fees, Whale’s status as an SEC-registered Investment Advisor ensures transparency and fiduciary-level protection.
• High-Yield Accessibility: By providing renters with high-yield, FDIC-insured accounts, we have created the first "financial amenity" in the residential rental space.
• Operational Efficiency: Our platform removes the administrative and compliance burden for property managers, allowing for "Zero-Admin" security deposit management.

A New Standard for the Rental Industry

"It is an honor to be recognized alongside other global leaders in the FinTech space," says Whale Founder & CEO, Jamie Petraglia. "This award proves that the industry is ready for a win-win solution where property owners get total security, and renters finally get to keep—and grow—their own money."

This recognition follows a year of massive growth for Whale, including our recent $4M seed round and our growing list of institutional property management partners.

Read the Official Feature

You can view the full list of winners and read more about the 2025 awards program at Wealth & Finance International:

Whale: Winner of the 2025 FinTech Awards

Looking Ahead

While we are proud of this milestone, we see it as just the beginning. Our vision is to continue expanding our "Renter Wallet," providing millions of people with simple, effective ways to build long-term wealth—starting with the money they already have tied up in their security deposits.