Best Reem Ikram Podcasts (2024)

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Bridging the Credit Gap: Financial Inclusion with Rajat Dayal from Yabx 24:57

1d ago24:57

24:57

How can we create credit histories for unbanked people? In this episode, we sit down with Rajat Dayal, CEO and Founder of YabX, to explore how his company is revolutionizing credit access in emerging markets. About 1.5 billion individuals and businesses have no access to credit or any other financial product. Rajat shares insights on leveraging alt…

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Harnessing AI and Finance for Sustainability with Anne Kleppe from BCG 26:55

15d ago26:55

26:55

How can financial institutions drive sustainability and responsible AI practices? In this episode, we sit down with Anne Kleppe, a leading expert in sustainability and responsible AI at BCG. Anne shares her insights on how banks and financial institutions can leverage their influence to promote sustainable practices, reduce their carbon footprints,…

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Democratizing Finance: Wealth Management with Akin Soysal from BCG X 26:23

30d ago26:23

26:23

What trends do we see in wealth management as the GenAI Era Unfolds? Akin Soysal is a global expert on digital investing and part of our BCG X leadership team in Europe, the Middle East and South America. Akin dives into the biggest topics disrupting financial management across the globe. How does Gen Z leverage retail investing for saving for reti…

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Financial Technology Meets Social Impact: Introducing Fintech Files Season 4 2:03

2M ago2:03

2:03

How can Fintech contribute to building a better world? In Season 4 of Fintech Files, we’re turning our focus to where financial technology meets social impact. This season, we explore financial inclusion, sustainable investing, and decarbonization with some of the brightest minds in the industry. As financial services touch every aspect of our live…

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Introducing BCG on Compliance 20:44

5M ago20:44

20:44

We know that you’ve just been dying for more episodes of Fintech Files since we wrapped up season three, so we’ve decided to throw one final one in for you. This week we’re bringing you one of BCG’s other shows that covers Fintech as it relates to compliance and risk. BCG on Compliance is hosted by Hanjo Seibert, a leading expert in compliance, ant…

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Highlights from Season 3 of Fintech Files from BCG Platinion 23:25

6M ago23:25

23:25

Join hosts Nora, Annika, and Bianca as they wrap up the season with a special compilation episode of FinTech Files from BCG Platinion. This episode revisits the season's standout moments, featuring a diverse lineup of guests from around the globe. From the transformative power of generative AI to the challenges and opportunities of cloud transforma…

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Highlighting Saving and Financial Literacy with Reem Ikram, CEO and Co-Founder of Thriftplan 30:30

6M ago30:30

30:30

How financially prepared are you for retirement? It’s a question that too many people don’t think about until it’s too late. Reem Ikram, CEO and Co-Founder of Thriftplan is on a mission to change that. In this episode we’ll explore how Thriftplan is revolutionizing savings for both employees and employers, promoting long-term financial stability. W…

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Surviving the Utah Desert with David Holladay 1:04:23

6M ago1:04:23

1:04:23

Yo, adrenaline junkies and podcast freaks, strap in and crank the volume!! For our season 5 special finale , get ready to drop into the wild with Michael Guynn's epic saga of real-life survival in the bone-dry, unforgiving Utah desert. This ain't no ordinary story; it's eight days of Michael pushing his limits, starring alongside survival guru and …

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Neobanking: The Digital Revolution for SMEs from the Step Conference in Dubai 2024 32:09

7M ago32:09

32:09

From the Step Conference in Dubai, February 2024, comes an insightful discussion on the transformative impact of neobanks on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Moderated by Annika Melchert, the episode features Meenah Tariq of Metric and Dyota Marsudi of Bank Aladin, who share their pioneering work in making financial management and banking…

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Monkey Man: Dev Patel's Unstoppable Journey that Puts John Wick to Shame 37:19

7M ago37:19

37:19

Tune in to this sizzling episode as we rock out with Dev Patel's hot new movie, "Monkey Man." Reem, Michael and Hunter dish out the cool, honest review you've been craving, complete with spoilers that'll have you on the edge of your seat. Brace yourselves because Dev Patel isn't just a star—he's the ultimate John Wick upgrade, and we're here for it…

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From Pineapples to Backpacks: The Journey to Minimalism 33:34

7M ago33:34

33:34

Get ready to dive deep into the world of minimalism with the latest episode of your favorite show! Join the gang as they tackle some mind-bending topics that will have you questioning everything you thought you knew about possessions, wealth, and living with intention. In this episode, our crew takes on attachment theory, historical laws that once …

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Breaking Barriers: Women in FinTech with Jacqueline O'Flanagan, Canadian Financial Services Industry Lead at Microsoft 30:32

7M ago30:32

30:32

Join us as we delve into the vibrant intersection of technology, finance, and diversity with Jacqueline O'Flanagan, the guiding force of Microsoft's financial services strategy in Canada. In this enlightening conversation, Jacqueline discusses the efforts to enhance women's roles in finance, the transformative power of AI in the sector, and Microso…

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Lost Luggage, Imminent Danger, and the Secret Island: Backpacking South America - Brazil (Part 4) 29:54

7M ago29:54

29:54

In chapter 4 of our thrilling backpacking journey through Brazil, we recount one of the craziest experiences yet! After flying from Foz de Iguacu to Belem, Reem and Michael find themselves stranded without their luggage. But instead of succumbing to despair, they decide to take an audacious leap into the unknown, making their way to a remote Prison…

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Elon Musk 22:47

8M ago22:47

22:47

This guy takes "go big or go home" to a whole new level! We're talking Teslas, SpaceX, hyperloops, and more - Elon's practically a real-life Tony Stark. But let's not forget the other side of the coin - the man's a walking controversy machine. The dude's been known to say some crazy sh*t, and he's not exactly orthodox when it comes to his behavior.…

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Introducing In Her Ellement from BCG 22:26

8M ago22:26

22:26

This week on Fintech Files, we're bringing you 'In Her Element' from BCG. A show featuring conversations with women at the vanguard of business, digital, and technology. We're delving into how these powerhouse leaders got to where they are—covering everything from the joy of projects gone right to the realities of family responsibilities. In this e…

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Backpacking South America - Brazil (Part 3) 31:41

8M ago31:41

31:41

Reem and Michael continue their recollection on backpacking through South America. This week, the two recall their first taste of backpacking as they travelled down the south coast of Brazil. Their adventures take them to their first work exchange in Foz do Iguaçu at Tetris Hostel. Talking points include: making international friends, stealing eggs…

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Lifenauts 45:27

8M ago45:27

45:27

Season 5 is kicking off with a new team! Reem welcomes Michael and Hunter to the LOLA Family. Talking points include: adulting, Lifenauts, innovations behind uploading consciousness to a digital server and the state of the world under a robot rule. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this episode are those of the hosts, Reem, Michael and Hunter. …

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Cloud for Value with Maxim Afanasyev, Financial Services Industry Lead at Google Cloud 30:08

8M ago30:08

30:08

How do we elevate our perspective of the cloud from merely a technological tool boosting efficiency, to a strategic ally that addresses key business challenges? Maxim Afanasyev, Financial Services Industry Lead at Google Cloud, shares his insights on the transformative approach of 'cloud for value' within the financial sector. This approach require…

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Interoperability in Africa's Financial Landscape with Alfred Mukudu, Financial Services Go-To-Market Lead at Amazon Web Services (AWS) 31:43

9M ago31:43

31:43

We dive into the complexities and opportunities within Africa's financial services sector with Alfred Mukudu, Financial Services Go-To-Market Lead at Amazon Web Services (AWS) South Africa. With over 50 countries and about 42 different currencies, Africa presents a unique landscape for financial innovation. Alfred shares insights into the critical …

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Navigating Compliance and Risk: The Crucial Role of Data with Camila Vicenci Witt, Chief Risk and Compliance Officer at InPay 33:10

9M ago33:10

33:10

How do companies combat financial crime and adhere to the strict regulations of our industry? Camila Vincenci Witt has unique insight as the Chief Risk and Compliance Officer at Inpay, a fintech specializing in facilitating cross-border payments. Camila shares the importance of data and data governance in compliance and risk, as well as highlightin…

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Season One Throwback with Solaris: “How the Latest German Fintech Unicorn Plans to Stay Ahead of Competition” with Dr. Jörg Howein, Former Chief Product Officer 30:01

10M ago30:01

30:01

In this special throwback episode, we revisit one of our favorite moments from Season One with a fintech titan, Dr. Jörg Howein, formerly the Chief Product Officer at Solarisbank. Since we last spoke with Jörg, Solarisbank, now known simply as Solaris, has continued its meteoric rise in the fintech world. In this engaging conversation, Jörg shares …

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Empowering Finance through Financial Inclusion with Vera Futorjanski, Founder and CEO of Beyond Global and Veritas Ventures 33:00

10M ago33:00

33:00

How many globally lack access to banking? Astonishingly, one in three. In this insightful conversation, Vera Futorjanski, former Head of Communications at Rocket Internet and founding member of Dubai Future Accelerators, shares her journey. Emphasizing the transformative role of technology, she explores challenges and strategies to enhance accessib…

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Happy New Year from Fintech Files! 25:20

10M ago25:20

25:20

Happy New Year from your friends at Fintech Files! To kick off 2024 in style, we’re bringing you a throwback to our very first episode of 2023; “Revolutionizing the Future of Finance in the Middle East through Open Banking” with Emir Isik, Head of Business Development from Tarabut Gateway. We felt this was the perfect episode to kick off the new ye…

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Backpacking South America - Brazil (Part 2) 41:28

11M ago41:28

41:28

Reem and Michael continue their recollection on backpacking through South America. This week, the two recall their first taste of backpacking as they travelled down the south coast of Brazil. Their adventures take them to Ilha Grande and BarraMansa. Talking points include: touring Rio's largest Favelas, attending a Brazilian cooking class, and hiki…

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Happy Holidays from Fintech Files! 28:35

11M ago28:35

28:35

As a special holiday treat for you, our listeners, we’re revisiting one of our favourite season 2 episodes. It’s “The Art of Navigating a Company Through Rapid Growth and Post-Merger Integration” – with Michael Stephan, COO and Co-founder of Raisin.” They are the first and only pan-European deposit marketplace. Since our 2022 episode, this Berlin-b…

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Backpacking South America - Brazil (Part 1) 35:35

11M ago35:35

35:35

In this episode, Reem and Michael talk about their 7-month backpacking adventure across South America. Highlights include their feelings prior to departure and their misadventure at Ipanema Beach during a heavy rainstorm. Support the show! Support the showBy Reem Ikram, Michael Guynn

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Paranormal experiences 19:41

11M ago19:41

19:41

In this episode, Reem listens to real-life paranormal encounters shared by guests Jordan and Andrew. Support the show! Support the showBy Reem Ikram, Andrew Skoy, Jordan Stuart

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Gen AI for Financial Institutions: Navigating Regulation, Risk & Opportunities with Kirsten Rulf, Partner and Associate Director at BCG 31:47

11M ago31:47

31:47

How should banks navigate Gen AI's regulatory challenges? Kirsten Rulf, BCG Partner and Associate Director, shares key strategies and opportunities. As the former Senior Digital Policy advisor aka “nerd-in-chief” to Chancellor Angela Merkel, Kirsten played a key role in negotiating the EU AI Act. Now, Kirsten guides global Fintech clients in adopti…

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Adulting, Why Dark Tourism is Dope & Disney 47:21

11M ago47:21

47:21

In this episode, Reem joins fellow comedy writer Wesley Shen-Li Ryan to discuss where has life has taken each other so far as they enter their late twenties. Topics include, Burial after death, Reem's experience with Dark Tourism in Colombia, Disney movie plots and why it's ok to body shame Dan Schneider. Support the show! Did you like the energy W…

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Sustainable Fintech: Eve Morelli shares Radicant’s Unique Approach to Transparent Digital Banking and Investing 29:45

12M ago29:45

29:45

What is the role of technology in aligning banking and investments with sustainability? Eve Morelli, Head of Sustainable Transparency unveils Radicant’s unique approach to sustainable finance. Discover how this Swiss digital banking startup integrates the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into its framework, ensuring users can see where their…

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Meet the Hosts 21:26

1y ago21:26

21:26

Welcome back to Fintech Files from BCG Platinion! In this special episode, "Meet the Hosts," we'll bring you up to speed on our latest endeavors since the last episode and introduce the newest member of our hosting team. Join us for a sneak peek into the exciting topics we're eager to explore this upcoming season. Host Introductions: Nora Hocke: Ma…

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Fintech Files Trailer 1:59

1y ago1:59

1:59

Are you ready to unravel the most innovative trends disrupting the world of Fintech today? Join us on Fintech Files from BCG Platinion, where we delve deep into the dynamic landscape of Fintech, NeoBanks, and the Digital Banking world, sparking insightful conversations with industry disruptors from around the globe. Hosted by Nora Hocke, a manager …

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“Data Powers Finance” with Antonio Martinez from Snowflake 34:08

1+ y ago34:08

34:08

In this episode, the hosts Annika and Nora dive deep into the world of data with Antonio Martinez, Industry Solution Architect at Snowflake, the world's leading cloud-based data platform. We explore how data has become the lifeblood of the finance industry enabled by Snowflake's cutting-edge technology and advanced data analytics possibilities. Ant…

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“International Women’s Day: Embracing Equity in Banking” 27:51

1+ y ago27:51

27:51

In celebration of International Women's Day, Nora and Annika are joined by two BCG colleagues and renowned leaders in the financial institution's space, Claudia Rasper (Partner) and Jan Koserski (Partner & Managing Director). Together, they co-authored BCG’s "Gender Equality in the European Banking Industry" report, which explores the current state…

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“Revolutionizing the Future of Finance in the Middle East through Open Banking” with Emir Isik, Head of Business Development from Tarabut Gateway 26:28

2y ago26:28

26:28

Welcome to the world of open banking! In our first episode of 2023, we dive deep into the buzzword that’s taking the financial world by storm. What is open banking? Why is it relevant? And how is it transforming the finance landscape in the Middle East? Join Emir Isik, Head of Business Development at Tarabut Gateway, the largest open banking platfo…

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“Credit Meets Climate: The Role of Banks in Fighting Climate Change” with Hugh Shannon, Head of Sales & Customer Success at OakNorth 43:28

2y ago43:28

43:28

OakNorth has rethought credit decisioning with their data-centric credit intelligence platform. Even more interestingly, their first real-life reference was their own bank. Be it the bank or the software provider, both OakNorth companies share a common focus topic: climate change. Listen in to learn what banks can do to address this global matter n…

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"Modern Fintechs Are Born in the Cloud” with Anton Langbroek, General Manager DACH & CEE at Mambu 35:15

2+ y ago35:15

35:15

Hardly any other fintech is tied as strongly to the terms “next-gen core banking” and “cloud first” as the unicorn Mambu. Bringing in broad experience across the fintech and banking ecosystem, Mambu General Manager Anton Langbroek shares his views on modern versus traditional core banking systems. What are the implications of a modern core banking …

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“Finding the Sweet Spot in B2B Payments: Mondu and Its ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Offering” with Philipp Povel and Malte Huffman, Co-Founders and Co-CEOs of Mondu 38:33

2+ y ago38:33

38:33

While other “buy now, pay later” players are laying off employees to make up for increasingly pessimistic market expectations, the Berlin-based fintech Mondu just raised €40M in funding. We met with the two co-founders, Malte Huffman and Philipp Povel, and asked them about their secret recipe for building yet another successful start-up, the challe…

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“UpLyvt and Their Plan to Unlock Women’s Financial Health” with Alexa Cotiaux, Cofounder of UpLyvt 29:34

2+ y ago29:34

29:34

We invited Alexa Cotiaux, cofounder of UpLyvt to our first live recording session ever that took place during an internal women’s event! UpLyvt is an early-stage fintech from Berlin that focuses on female wealth management and financial well-being. We chatted with Alexa about UpLyvt’s purpose and product vision and what role a low-code platform pla…

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“Why API-First Is Not Only Relevant for Fintechs” with Ove Kreison, CTO and Co-founder of Tuum 28:52

2+ y ago28:52

28:52

What makes an Estonian fintech cooler than a Californian one? Probably not just the weather! It’s time to get to know Tuum and its mission to help banks stay in the current digital age. Listen in on this episode with Ove Kreison, CTO and Co-founder of Tuum—formerly known as Modularbank—about what characterizes a state-of-the-art core banking system…

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“The Art of Navigating a Company Through Rapid Growth and Post-Merger Integration”—with Michael Stephan, COO and Co-founder of Raisin 28:46

2+ y ago28:46

28:46

The Berlin-based fintech unicorn Raisin has written quite a success story of organic and inorganic growth since it was founded in 2012. Starting with a “savings-as-a-service” offering, it has massively expanded over the years both in functionality and in markets. Most recently, it merged with its former competitor Deposit Solutions to grow even str…

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About Your Favorite Fintech Podcast 11:07

2+ y ago11:07

11:07

A warm welcome to the Fintech and Digital Banking Podcast hosted by Annika, Manager, and Nora, Senior Consultant, from the BCG Platinion’s Financial Institutions Practice. Join us as we uncover the best-kept secrets of neobank and fintech experts and learn what’s hot and what’s next on the tech side of banking. Any questions? Reach out to us: finte…

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The story of a burning monk 48:02

2+ y ago48:02

48:02

This week, Michael tells Reem the story of Thích Quảng Đức, a Vietnamese Mahayana Buddhist monk who burned himself to death in protest against the South Vietnamese government. Conversation focal points include the process of mindfulness, the concept of samadhi. Samadhi defined means a state of intense concentration achieved through meditation. In H…

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The supernatural, religion and death meditation 48:55

2+ y ago48:55

48:55

Our earth is littered with genies, walking mummy demons and clay monsters awakened through the crafty spells of Rabbis everywhere. It is through the power of religion, the supernatural comes alive. This week, Reem teams up with Michael to discuss the topic of impermanence. Impermanence is a key theme in Buddhist philosophy illustrating the concept …

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Cryonics 26:16

3y ago26:16

26:16

Currently, 118 dead people are being cryopreserved in Phoenix, Arizona in hopes to be "woken up" years later. Why? Because they believe this will win them a second chance at life. This week of LOL Adulthood, Reem discusses cryonics and cryogenics. Cryonics is the low-temperature freezing and storage of human remains, with the speculative hope that …

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“Why Banking and Flawless Customer Experience Are Not Contrary to Each Other ” With Thomas Fuss (CTO) and Elliott Haralambous (Global Strategic Partnerships and Alliances Lead) from Backbase 41:03

3y ago41:03

41:03

While flawless customer experience seems to be more naturally aligned with new-grown Fintechs rather than incumbent banks, some solutions venture to bridge the gap between complex infrastructures and modern user-centric processes. Join Annika and Nora in this episode with Thomas Fuss and Elliott Haralambous from Backbase, the frontrunner in the dig…

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“How to Build a Bank from Scratch” with Thomas Hilgendorff, CEO and Co-Founder of Yapeal 28:46

3y ago28:46

28:46

Personalized IBANs, biweekly feature releases, a special banking license just for Fintechs, a custom-developed core banking system, 100% cloud-native—what sounds like the future for most incumbent banks is already a reality for Yapeal, the rising star in the Swiss fintech market. Join Annika and Nora on their talk with Thomas Hilgendorff, CEO and C…

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„How to be at the Forefront of Innovation in the Institutional Crypto Space” – With Henrik Gebbing, Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Finoa 35:44

3y ago35:44

35:44

When talking about the crypto market, there are similarities to the traditional finance one. However, it is barely a “the winner takes it all” market, which provides opportunities for everyone to grow. Nevertheless, ten years in the future, crypto native players will have outperformed traditional banks. Therefore trust is required for Fintechs such…

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“About Germany’s First Crypto Saving Plans and the Pioneering Role of the Country in the Blockchain Regulation“ with Philipp Beer, Chief Growth Officer at Nuri 27:09

3y ago27:09

27:09

Hardly any other neobank is growing as fast as Nuri, formerly named Bitwala. Trying out some roads not taken yet by other mainstream providers. Nuri offers the world's first banking service that combines a full German bank account with access to cryptocurrencies, digital assets and blockchain-based financial services. But what is their secret recip…

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“Payaut’s Tech Stack Transformation Enables Marketplace Payments at Scale” with Simon Hall, CTO of Payaut 34:22

3y ago34:22

34:22

In this episode we introduce you to a niche fintech that successfully rides on the platform economy wave: The Amsterdam-based Payaut offers payment services to small and medium sized marketplaces. Listen in to learn from their CTO Simon Hall, former Chief IT Architect at BCG Platinion, what Payaut’s value proposition looks like, why they designed t…

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