https://www.cnbc.com/2019/04/09/london-threatening-san-franciscos-fintech-unicorn-lead-research-says.html > London could soon overtake San Francisco as the fintech (financial technology) unicorn capital of the world, according to a new study. > Of the world's 29 fintech unicorns – private companies valued at more than $1 billion – nine are based in San Francisco, while seven are headquartered in London, the research published Tuesday said.