Best Spotlight On Fintech Podcasts (2024)

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FinTech Growth with SoFi, Chime, Monzo, and Texans Credit Union; Consumer Borrowing Trends; Regulatory Spotlight on Bank/FinTech Risks 4:28

5d ago4:28

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First up today, we discuss how platforms and neobanks are leveraging direct deposits for revenue growth and customer loyalty, with standout performances from SoFi, LendingClub, Chime, Block's Cash App, and Monzo highlighting the trend. In Fintech news, Texans Credit Union has partnered with Atomic Financial and Alkami Technology to launch a new dir…

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JPMorgan Lawsuit, BMO Earnings Miss, CFPB Data Rule, FDIC Challenges, Embedded Finance Growth, AI Deep Fakes in Business 5:56

7h ago5:56

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JPMorgan Chase faces a lawsuit over low interest rates in its cash sweep program, accused of breaching fiduciary duties and gross negligence. The bank is also under scrutiny for Zelle network transactions, while a London High Court ruling resolved a legal dispute concerning Viva Wallet. In earnings news, BMO Financial Group missed third-quarter exp…

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Federal Reserve Rates Bank Relief, Visa Eyes Featurespace, and Chase Enhances Customer Insights 4:26

6h ago4:26

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Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has hinted at potential interest rate cuts, offering relief to banks invested in commercial real estate facing market volatility. This potential policy adjustment is already boosting market sentiments and may stabilize lending conditions. Visa is reportedly in advanced talks to acquire fraud-prevention firm Featu…

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The convergence between traditional finance and decentralized finance 24:31

2d ago24:31

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Are you curious about the future of decentralized finance? Here’s a little secret: The future is already here, but the change is not equally distributed. In our back-to-back episode featuring women in web3, we chat with Rita Martins, author of the brand new book titled “Web3 in Financial Services”, on the past, present, and future of blockchain tec…

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Tech Intersect #223: FinTech Law Briefing- From Courtrooms to Congress: Ripple, Customer's Bank, and the Bitcoin Reserve Debate 53:03

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Send us a Text Message. There is so much rapid advancement in the crypto industry, particularly in the legal landscape. As your trusted professional teaching at the intersection of law, business, and technology it is my responsibility to keep you as up-to-date as possible so we can all lean into this aspect of lifelong learning and keep the industr…

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Fed Rates, Job Revisions, U.S. Bank & Edward Jones Partnership, Mastercard Layoffs, Anthropic Lawsuit, Shadow Banking Risks 5:22

6h ago5:22

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First up today, the minutes from the Federal Reserve’s July meeting show several officials support a 0.25 percentage point rate cut due to declining inflation and rising unemployment. Revised job data also indicates the economy added 818,000 fewer jobs than previously thought. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell stated progress on slowing inflation…

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The path to a more financially inclusive future 26:32

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With five generations of customers using the banking system, whose needs are we truly serving and how can we best fill the gaps? In our first episode back from a short summer break, we welcome Cleve Mesidor, Executive Director of the Blockchain Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit leading an industry-wide crypto education campaign. Credit unions and commu…

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Tech Intersect #222: Strategies for Scaling a Global Digital Marketplace with Bartosz Skwarczek 36:17

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Send us a Text Message. The digital revolution is in full swing, with many companies trying to stay ahead, let alone keep up with the rapid evolution. At the forefront of this transformation is Bartosz Skwarczek, the visionary leader behind G2A, the largest global marketplace for digital entertainment. He joins us today to share how he took his com…

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Experian Acquires NeuroID; Forum Credit Union Partners with Apiture; France's Digital Wallet Boom 4:12

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Welcome to Banking on Disruption Daily for Wednesday, August 14, 2024. I’m Fred Cadena. First, Forum Credit Union partners with Apiture to enhance digital banking capabilities for its 162,000 members in Indiana, focusing on improved online experiences for commercial clients. Next, French consumers are increasingly adopting digital wallets. Millenni…

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Customers Bancorp Enforcement Action, Bank of America’s Overload Crisis, FedNow Payments, LendingPoint’s New CEO, & Welcome to Y'all Street 5:26

1d ago5:26

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First up: Pennsylvania-based Customers Bancorp has been hit with an enforcement action by the US Federal Reserve due to significant deficiencies in its risk management and anti-money laundering practices. The bank must submit a plan within 60 days to improve its digital asset strategy and compliance program. Next: Bank of America faces scrutiny for…

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Fed Independence Challenged by Trump, Ripple Settles SEC Charges, and Truist's New Tech Leadership 5:07

4d ago5:07

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Federal Reserve Debate: Donald Trump's comments about presidential influence over the Federal Reserve have raised concerns about the central bank's independence and the risk of inflation, echoing historical instances like the 1970s. Ripple Labs Settlement: Ripple Labs has agreed to pay a $125 million fine to the SEC over XRP token sales as an unreg…

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Tech Intersect #221: Unlocking the Future of Finance Through DeFi and Blockchain Innovation with Prof. Evgeny Lyandres 40:02

13d ago40:02

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Send us a Text Message. Decentralized finance holds immense potential to transform traditional financial systems, enabling financial innovation and reducing inefficiencies across the board. Despite this, the adoption of DeFi has been a slow moving struggle. Renowned expert and leading voice in blockchain research Professor Evgeny Lyandres joins me …

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Banking on Disruption: Octane’s $50M Series E, Banks Dive into BNPL, CIBC Expands AI Team, JPMorgan Chase’s Surprising Branch Strategy 3:22

6d ago3:22

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Welcome to Banking on Disruption Daily for Wednesday, August 7th, 2024. I'm Fred Cadena. First up today, US fintech Octane has secured a $50 million Series E funding round, exclusively from existing backers led by Valar Ventures and Upper90. Founded in 2014, Octane serves the powersports market and plans to use the new funds for market expansion an…

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Fraud Concerns Hit Venmo and Zelle, Fed Eyes Rate Cut, Walmart vs. Amazon in Digital Ad Race 4:35

19d ago4:35

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First up today: A PYMNTS Intelligence report reveals that more than half of U.S. consumers now use peer-to-peer (P2P) apps like Venmo and Zelle, raising concerns over growing fraud. Financial institutions are increasingly leveraging AI and machine learning to combat impostor scams and maintain trust. In job market news: July saw a slowdown in job g…

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Tech Intersect #220: FinTech Law Briefing- Ethereum ETFs, Crypto Regulation Under a Harris Administration, and Decentralized AI 33:37

21d ago33:37

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Send us a Text Message. With the ever-changing technical landscape, lawyers and legal professionals must keep their finger on the pulse of the latest news and trends that will impact themselves and their clients as we continue to advance. As your trusted source for all things business, law, and technology, I am bringing you a comprehensive briefing…

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AI Defense, Dynamic Deals, and Leadership Moves: Mastercard, Visa, Chase, DoorDash, and Wells Fargo 5:29

12d ago5:29

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First up, Mastercard and Visa are ramping up cybersecurity by deploying advanced AI to detect and prevent fraud, aiming to enhance consumer trust in digital payments. In card news, Chase and DoorDash renew their collaboration, offering new perks like recurring discounts and a complimentary DashPass for new cardholders. DoorDash expands its delivery…

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Renasant Acquires The First Bancshares, FedNow's Slow Adoption, and Rising Check Fraud Concerns 5:21

14d ago5:21

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First up today, mortgage servicing rights have surged in value amidst high interest rates, but the industry's future remains uncertain as experts debate upcoming economic shifts. In other interest rate news, the Federal Reserve's meeting might be overshadowed by the Bank of Japan's decisions on potential tightening, significantly impacting global m…

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Embedded Finance, Cuba’s Banking Ban, Alliant’s New CIO, Bread Financial Gains, WesBanco Merger 5:31

19d ago5:31

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First up today, Embedded Finance is making waves by integrating financial services directly within platforms like ride-sharing apps and e-commerce sites, offering a seamless user experience. Next, three federal bank regulatory agencies are evaluating steps to ensure banks handle risks in their FinTech partnerships, emphasizing effective risk manage…

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Charting a better world at the intersection of business and nonprofits 27:59

23d ago27:59

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In this episode of One Vision, Theo chat with Alice Korngold, C-Suite and board advisor, speaker, and published author, on the value of collaboration between companies and nonprofits in finding innovative solutions to social challenges. Purpose and profits do and should co-exist; when we work together, we thrive — together. From hiring intentionall…

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Federal Regulators Warn Banks on Fintech Risks, BNP Paribas Embraces AI, Customers Bancorp Reports Strong Q2, First Citizens Bank Gains from SVB Resurgence 3:50

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Welcome to Banking on Disruption Daily for Friday, the 26th of July, 2024. I'm Fred Cadena with today's top stories.First up, federal regulators have issued a joint warning about significant risks in bank-fintech partnerships, emphasizing the need for robust cybersecurity, proper data handling, and regulatory compliance.Next, BNP Paribas has identi…

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Tech Intersect #219: Electing Crypto 2024- A Harris Administration Could Mean a Clean Slate for Crypto Regulation 33:13

28d ago33:13

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Send us a Text Message. With President Biden’s decision not to seek reelection and his subsequent endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris, the political landscape has changed entirely overnight. Looking at a potential Harris administration could mean a clean slate for crypto regulation and reshape the United States crypto policy to foster econo…

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NYCB Sells Mortgage Unit, Target Drops Checks, Wells Fargo Ends Sponsorship, Capital One and Discover Merger 3:05

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Welcome to Banking on Disruption Daily for Thursday, July 25th, 2024. I’m Fred Cadena.First up today, New York Community Bancorp faces a quarterly loss and plans to sell its mortgage servicing unit to streamline operations and boost capital amid rising interest rates and economic pressures. Investors are eyeing the impact of these strategic moves o…

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Banking on Disruption: Small Banks Thrive, Visa’s AI Fraud Prevention, Xbox Game Rewards, and Market Shifts at Old National Bancorp 4:29

20d ago4:29

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Welcome to Banking on Disruption Daily for Wednesday, July 24, 2024. I’m Fred Cadena.First up today, small banks are reassuring stakeholders about the health of their commercial real estate loans amidst broader economic concerns. These institutions report low delinquency rates and stable asset performance, benefiting from their close relationships …

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Google Keeps Third-Party Cookies, Mastercard Expands Open Banking, and More 4:58

21d ago4:58

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Welcome to Banking on Disruption Daily for Tuesday, July 23rd, 2024. I’m Fred Cadena.First up, Google has decided to continue using third-party cookies in its Chrome browser, reversing its earlier plan to phase them out. This move follows pushback from advertisers and regulators, and signifies Google's ongoing efforts to balance user privacy with t…

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Digital transformation in the banking ecosystem and the next big opportunity 33:24

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From acting as a silent back office partner to being an enabler of banking services and new business models, technology has transformed not only the partnership between the CIO, CTO, and lines of business, but also the customer experience. What is the next big opportunity when it comes to the future of banking? What role will technology such as art…

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CFPB Proposes Payday Loan Rule, NYDFS Hires Virtual Currency Chief, Borrowers Struggle with Debt, Truist Financial Reports Losses 4:07

22d ago4:07

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Welcome to Banking on Disruption Daily for Monday, July 22nd, 2024. I’m Fred Cadena.First up today, the US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has proposed a new interpretive rule that mandates clearer consumer disclosures for payday loan advances under the Truth in Lending Act. Transparency in fees and practices is emphasized to prevent ex…

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Federal Reserve Fines Green Dot, CFPB Penalizes Fifth Third Bank, Maxine Waters Opposes Capital One-Discover Merger 3:36

23d ago3:36

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Welcome to "Banking on Disruption Daily" for Saturday, July 20th, 2024. I’m Fred Cadena. First up today, the Federal Reserve Board fines Green Dot $44 million for alleged unfair and deceptive practices linked to its prepaid debit card products and tax return payment services. The firm is mandated to enhance its risk management programs and hire an …

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Bitcoin Reserve Rumors and Regions Financial Triumph in Profits 3:04

23d ago3:04

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Welcome to Banking on Disruption Daily for Sunday, July 21, 2024. I’m Fred Cadena.First up today, rumors are rife that former President Donald Trump may announce a U.S. Bitcoin strategic reserve at the upcoming 2024 Bitcoin Conference in Nashville. This move could elevate Bitcoin’s status alongside traditional assets within the U.S. Treasury’s rese…

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Global Outages Hit Bank of America, Delta, Apple Faces New Scrutiny 4:22

1M ago4:22

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Welcome to Banking on Disruption Daily for Friday, July 19, 2024. I’m Fred Cadena.First up, a massive tech outage worldwide disrupted banks, businesses, airlines, and even emergency services. Major financial institutions like Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase faced significant operational challenges due to a technical glitch at cybersecurity firm …

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Tech Intersect #218: Electing Crypto 2024-It's Political, Not Partisan 31:37

1M ago31:37

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Send us a Text Message. As we approach the 2024 presidential election, it is important to understand how crypto, while deeply political, isn’t actually partisan. Despite this, we are seeing the Republican and Democratic candidates taking different and somewhat concerning stances on the issue that threaten to undermine the very freedoms that crypto …

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ECB Rate Hold, CFPB Payroll Ruling, EPAM Banking Report Insights 3:55

1M ago3:55

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In today's episode: - The European Central Bank leaves interest rates unchanged, with market eyes on future policy directions as the euro strengthens against the dollar. - The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau classifies payroll advances, or "earned wage access," as loans, prompting potential regulatory changes and industry pushback. - EPAM’s Co…

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AI in Morgan Stanley, Fraud Risks, Supreme Court Shifts, Klarna's IPO 3:42

27d ago3:42

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First up today, Morgan Stanley is leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance its financial adviser operations, streamlining tasks and improving client interactions for better financial outcomes. Next, studies reveal that call centers and bank branches remain significant vulnerabilities in fraud prevention, with cybercriminals exploiting these en…

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Fintechs Surge as Supreme Court Lowers Barriers 2:35

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Welcome to Banking on Disruption Daily for Tuesday, July 16, 2024! - The Supreme Court has issued rulings likely to benefit fintech companies by lowering barriers for them to enter the banking industry, potentially spurring competition and innovation in financial services. - Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell expressed optimism about cooling in…

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The future of payments and expense reporting 15:35

30d ago15:35

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Just as the pandemic has accelerated the acceptance of digital payments in retail for consumers, it has sped up similar changes in the financial operations of organizations, enabling improved compliance and spending controls while reducing complexities. In this episode of One Vision, Theo chats with Chris Juneau, SVP, Head of SAP Concur Product Mar…

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Tech Intersect #217: Crypto’s Growing Impact on Political Decision-Makers with Sheila Warren 33:22

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Send us a Text Message. Every day the role of crypto policy and regulation becomes increasingly important and as we find ourselves in the middle of an election year, we are reminded of the important role these digital assets play in politics. Sheila Warren, CEO of the Crypto Council for Innovation joins me on the podcast today as we discuss crypto’…

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Be part of the AI revolution! 39:10

1M ago39:10

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While AI is not new, the excitement has skyrocketed in the past 2 years. As organizations embark on the AI journey, what do they need to keep in mind? What does responsible AI really mean? Are we being overly critical when we are biased and imperfect human beings? And how do we even stay ahead in the rapidly evolving field of AI and risk management…

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Tech Intersect #216: Preparing the Next Generation of Lawyers for the Future of Law with Ambur C. Smith, Esq. 49:21

2M ago49:21

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Send us a Text Message. As Web3 rapidly evolves, lawyers have an incredible opportunity to be part of the pioneers navigating the legal landscape of emerging technologies. Today’s guest knows this all too well as she has taken advantage of these opportunities herself. Ambur C. Smith, a dynamic leader shares her first-hand experience of adapting qui…

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GPS for homeownership journey 32:43

2M ago32:43

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Homeownership is normally looked upon as a part of the American Dream. Unfortunately, reality often squeezes out many of those who don’t have access. In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! Theo chats with Brendan Kennealey, Founder/CEO at NESTER, and part of the first cohort for CAFE (Center for Accelerating Financial Equity), on his quest t…

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Tech Intersect #215: The Future of Meme Coins: Tetherball's Vision for Accessibility, Utility, and Community Growth with Michele Musso, Kamz Alcantara, Kuan-Ning Tseng, and Jenny Q Ta 51:00

2M ago51:00

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Send us a Text Message. From internet jokes to market movers, meme coins are shaking up the crypto space. You may have heard of popular coins like Doge and Shiba Inu but a new meme coin, Tetherball joins the market changing the game entirely. I am joined today by Michele Musso, Kamala (Kamz) Alcantara, Kuan-Ning Tseng, and Jenny Q Ta, the brilliant…

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The year of AI adoption 16:33

2M ago16:33

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Generative AI in 2023 was a bit of an enterprise parlor trick: something that fascinated and amused workers-maybe helped them create an image or revise a blog post — but didn't provide substantial value to the broader organization. That's changing. In 2024, adoption is ramping up, and we're starting to see how generative AI will actually reshape th…

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Tech Intersect #214: The Growing Impact of AI on Blockchain and Crypto [SPOTLIGHT] 30:53

2M ago30:53

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Send us a Text Message. If the sudden growth of AI-powered chatbots has you feeling overwhelmed and not knowing where to begin, you’re not alone. AI has quickly taken over every industry and sure enough, this includes blockchain and crypto leaving many of us confused and with a list of endless questions. Today on the podcast I’m summarizing what I’…

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The evolving role of the CFO as the guardian of performance and value and your financial copilot 30:30

2M ago30:30

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It is an exciting time to be in tech. With nine out of ten CFOs projecting higher AI budgets in 2024, how will the integration of AI in business impact the skill sets required for the CFOs? How can AI bring benefits to the day-to-day financial processes including working capital management? And what are some of the things that we need to keep in mi…

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Tech Intersect #213: Demystifying Crypto Volatility: Understanding Price Fluctuations with Dr. Hans Boateng [SPOTLIGHT] 40:27

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Send us a Text Message. When hearing the word “volatility” we automatically tend to think of the negative implications. But volatility isn’t always bad and it sure isn’t unique to crypto. Every market has its ups and downs, especially in the beginning so why would we expect crypto to be any different? Dr. Hans Boateng joins me today as we flip the …

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Do we want banking to be spicy or boring? 30:27

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What are the real problems that real people are facing, and what is the financial services industry doing about it? Barb, Mary, and Theo reunited for a new episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! where we asked the rhetorical question of: “Do banks feel like the only way to compete is to put on a hoodie and pretend to be a startup?” Should we just pu…

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Tech Intersect #212: Real World Crypto: Separating Fact From Fiction in a No-Hype Zone with Dr. Tammy Francis [SPOTLIGHT] 59:11

3M ago59:11

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Send us a Text Message. As I spotlight some of your favorite podcast episodes, I wanted to bring it back to my 200th episode where Dr. Tammy Francis and I celebrated our journey of education, exploration, and empowerment in the tech space. Dr. Tammy was the perfect guest to have back on the show because she truly embodies the very spirit of the int…

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From Print to Crypto: Navigating the digital revolution with Keith Grossman 49:50

3M ago49:50

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How do you go from extraordinarily principled libertarian ideals that challenge the status quo to mass adoption? In this week’s One Vision podcast, we chat with Keith Grossman, President, Enterprise at MoonPay, former President of TIME magazine, and former Global Chief Revenue Officer of Bloomberg, on the partnership between MoonPay and PayPal, the…

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Tech Intersect #211: Digital Money Demystified for Leaders, Lawyers, and Advisors [SPOTLIGHT] 25:48

3M ago25:48

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Send us a Text Message. The landscape of business, finance, and law is being changed at an unprecedented rate due to the emergence of Web 3 technologies, crypto assets, and blockchains–all of which have been part of this digital revolution. Anyone positioned to advise investors or innovators should be educated to pivot into fully embracing and bein…

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Beyond numbers: Creating a customer-centric future of finance 23:57

3M ago23:57

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What drives people’s financial behaviors in real-life contexts? Do we truly understand what people need and what is functional for them? In the latest episode of One Vision, we welcome authors Erin Taylor and Anette Broløs to share the story behind their company, Finthropology, and to discuss their new book, Customer-Centric Innovation in Finance. …

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Tech Intersect #210: Spotlighting News, Policy and Inclusion in Web3 and DeFi with Cleve Mesidor 37:52

3M ago37:52

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Send us a Text Message. Although Black and Latino communities lead the national adoption of cryptocurrency, these are not the stories being told in the media. Cleve Mesidor, CEO and Co-Founder of butterscotch Media aims to change that by highlighting the marginalized people fueling this industry and advocating for the policy that drives innovation.…

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The making of an influential fintech marketer and the future of payments 42:53

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What has changed and hasn’t changed in payments and marketing in the past two decades? What can we do to help more women become visible? In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! We chat with Kathryn Vazquez Kmiotek — Top 30 Influential Fintech Marketer — on the future of payments and true inclusion. Kathy’s advice? Own your voice and be the dr…

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