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Arieh Levi

Arieh Levi

Venture Investor focused on fintech, blockchain, and financial services technology

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New York City Metropolitan Area
Joined December 2024
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Summary

Arieh Levi is an experienced venture investor specializing in the fintech sector. He is currently a Principal at Haymaker Ventures, where he focuses on early-stage opportunities at the intersection of financial services and technology. His expertise extends to corporate development, including venture investments, acquisitions, and capital-raising activities, honed during his tenure at Cross River. He is particularly interested in the evolving landscape of fintech, with a focus on how AI and blockchain technologies are shaping the industry, as evidenced by his recent writings. arieh+2
Prior to his venture capital roles, Arieh was a prolific Senior Research Analyst at CB Insights, where he established himself as an authority on fintech, blockchain, and payments technology. He authored numerous detailed reports and briefings on these topics, covering everything from blockchain identity to European fintech trends. His analytical work and insights were frequently cited in prominent financial and tech media outlets such as The Wall Street Journal, Reuters, Fortune, CNBC, CNN, and Bloomberg, highlighting his significant influence in the fintech research space. cbinsights+5
Arieh is an alumnus of Yeshiva University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Intelligence and Marketing Analytics, graduating summa cum laude. Beyond academics, he demonstrated a commitment to community engagement through his involvement with 'Music Vs.', an initiative that brought music to veterans and the elderly. His participation, which included playing guitar and serving on the executive team, underscores a philanthropic interest and leadership in college extracurriculars. yu+2

Work

Education

Writing

Partner Banks from First Principles

June 1, 2025

An article discussing the fundamental principles behind partner banking.

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Fintech in the Age of AI

April 1, 2025

An article exploring the evolving landscape of financial technology with the integration of artificial intelligence.

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Payments Trends To Watch In 2019

March 1, 2019

A research briefing analyzing emerging trends in the payments industry, including P2P platforms, biometric authentication, anti-fraud capabilities, and the future of income payments.

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It's All Politics – A Take on Crypto

March 1, 2018

A musing on the political aspects and implications surrounding cryptocurrency.

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Research Briefing: Blockchain and Identity

February 1, 2018

A research briefing exploring how blockchain technology can enable user-controlled identity and its implications for data privacy, supply chains, and online interactions.

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Europe Fintech Trends Research Briefing

August 1, 2017

A research briefing focusing on the booming European fintech space, early-stage investment, startup formation, and the impact of regulations like MiFID II and PSD2.

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Ledger Fever: 95 Bitcoin & Blockchain Startups In One Market Map

January 1, 2017

A LinkedIn Pulse article detailing funding trends and providing a market map of bitcoin and blockchain startups, categorized by primary product, line of business, and use case.

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The Einstein Equation

February 1, 2015

An article published in the Yeshiva University Commentator discussing the financial challenges faced by Yeshiva University.

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Hobbies

Arieh Levi was involved in 'Music Vs.' at Yeshiva University, an initiative that brought music and companionship to veterans, the elderly, and sick children, where he played guitar and helped organize events. yu+1