Best Thomas Rau Podcasts (2024)

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S06E25: Exploring the impact of open banking on society with Stefano Vaccino, Founder & CEO of Yapily 43:12

3M ago43:12

43:12

How is open banking revolutionising our financial landscape? Find out in this enlightening episode with Stefano Vaccino, Founder and CEO of Yapily, an infrastructure platform addressing a fundamental problem in financial services today: access. In this episode, our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort, has the pleasure of speaking with Stefano Vaccino,…

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S06E24: Celebrating 150 episodes with host & PCN CEO Rogier Rouppe van der Voort 36:34

4M ago36:34

36:34

We’re celebrating 150 episodes of In Check with Fintech! 🎉 To mark this milestone, we’ve turned the tables this week by placing our host and PCN CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort, in the guest seat with Ivan McConville stepping in as the host! From early inspirations and industry challenges to balancing family life and leadership, this episode dives…

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S06E23: Reflecting on Berlin as a Fintech hub with Malte Rau, Co-Founder & CEO at Pliant 34:25

4M ago34:25

34:25

What makes Berlin so special for entrepreneurs? Find out in this episode with Malte Rau from Pliant. In this special episode of In Check with Fintech recorded live at FIBE 2024 in Berlin, our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort, has the pleasure of hosting Malte Rau, Co-Founder and CEO at Pliant. Throughout the conversation, they discuss Pliant’s rece…

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S06E22: Unveiling the potential of BaaS: Insights from Brian Lawlor, Group CCO at B4B Payments 41:23

5M ago41:23

41:23

How has the Fintech space evolved in the past years and what does the future look like for the market? Learn more about these in this episode of In Check with Fintech with Brian Lawlor from B4B Payments. This week, our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort, has the pleasure of joining Brian Lawlor, Group Chief Commercial Officer at B4B Payments, at thei…

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S06E21: Behind the scenes of Rabobank's AI journey with CITO Alexander Zwart 39:50

6M ago39:50

39:50

What challenges does the banking industry face when it comes to implementing AI technologies? Find out in this episode, as Alexander Zwart from Rabobank shares his expertise and firsthand experiences implementing AI solutions within the banking space. This week, our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort, has the honour of hosting Alexander Zwart, Chief …

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S06E20: Exploring AI's impact on finance and society with Edwin van Bommel, Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer at ABN AMRO 53:40

6M ago53:40

53:40

How is GenAI transforming the banking space? Find out in this episode, as Edwin van Bommel from ABN AMRO offers insights into the evolving role of AI in shaping our financial future. This week, our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort, has the honour of hosting Edwin van Bommel, Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer at ABN AMRO on In Check with Fintech. …

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S06E19: Getting up close and personal with Motie Bring, CEO at PPRO 42:30

6M ago42:30

42:30

How does childhood shape a person’s journey through life? Find out in this episode, as we explore the intriguing life story of Motie Bring, whose path has been marked by curiosity, resilience, and authenticity. This week, our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort has the pleasure to be joined by Motie Bring, CEO at PPRO, a London-based Fintech. The epis…

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Episode 44: Christie Marceau - Bringing Change To NZ 47:11

7M ago47:11

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In part two of the Christie Marceau case, we cover the Chand's final court appearance, his time on bail and the aftermath. Join us as we wrap up an even more tragic second part. Support the show Listener discretion is advised, our content will not be for everyone. Music by Kyle HsiehBy Ayla and Andi

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Episode 43: Christie Marceau - VIP 46:16

7M ago46:16

46:16

In part one of the Christie Marceau case, we cover the lead up to the initial incident and the first 4 court appearances. Join us as we try to navigate through this tragic event. Support the show Listener discretion is advised, our content will not be for everyone. Music by Kyle HsiehBy Ayla and Andi

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S06E18: From dance to Fintech entrepreneurship: Breaking barriers with Katie Palencsar, Partner at Anthemis 41:56

7M ago41:56

41:56

What do dance and Fintech have in common? More than you might think! In our latest episode of In Check with Fintech, our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort has the pleasure of hosting Katie Palencsar, Partner at Anthemis and Managing Director at the company's Female Innovators Lab Fund. Tune in as we uncover the inspiring story of resilience, passion…

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Episode 42: Maungatapu Murders - Off The Beaten Track 45:28

8M ago45:28

45:28

Today we hop into a Time Machine back to the 1800s. The Burgess-Kelly gang are one of the most infamous in NZ, and for good reason. Between treasure hunting, narking, and a shit tonne of walking, Ayla talks you through the Burgess-Kelly gang timeline. Support the show Listener discretion is advised, our content will not be for everyone. Music by Ky…

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Episode 41: Arthur Allan Thomas (Part 2) - Sowing Seeds 43:38

8M ago43:38

43:38

Part 2 of the case of the Crewe murders, leading to Arthur Allan Thomas’ convictions. Who did the axel belong to and what was it used for? How did the police find evidence 2 hours into walking into one of the 3 dump sites after they had been previously thoroughly searched? Support the show Listener discretion is advised, our content will not be for…

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S06E17: Reinventing payment operations with Thomas Müller, Co-Founder & CEO at Rivero 41:56

8M ago41:56

41:56

Are you intrigued by the intersection of technology, finance, and entrepreneurship? Then you shouldn't miss out on this episode! Welcome to the latest episode of In Check with Fintech, where our Tech Recruitment Consultant, Bogdan Wyneken, is joined by Thomas Müller, Co-Founder & CEO at Rivero. During the conversation, Thomas shares his expertise a…

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Episode 40: Arthur Allan Thomas (Part 1) - Chennell Estate Terror 30:54

8M ago30:54

30:54

Join us as we cover the case of Arthur Allan Thomas, as suggested by one of our amazing followers. Arthur would be convicted of the murders of Harvey and Jeannette Crewe in 1970… but some things do not add up. Listen to Part 1 now! Support the show Listener discretion is advised, our content will not be for everyone. Music by Kyle Hsieh…

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Episode 39: Kayo Matsuzawa - The Body In the Cupboard 30:59

8M ago30:59

30:59

Join us on this weeks case as we discuss Kayo Matsuzawa. Kayo was a 21 year old Japanese woman whose life was tragically cut short by an unknown person. Her body would later be found in a switch board room which was located between the BNZ bank and centre court building. How would someone be able to relocate a body to this area without being seen? …

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S06E16: Exploring KYC and KYB orchestration with Glenn Mac Donald, CEO at ZignSec 36:44

8M ago36:44

36:44

KYC (Know Your Customer) and KYB (Know Your Business): what are they and why do they matter? Find the answers to these and more in our latest episode of In Check with Fintech with Glenn Mac Donald. In this episode, our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort, has the pleasure of hosting Glenn Mac Donald, CEO at ZignSec - a single gateway partner solving t…

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Episode 38: Kereopa Te Rau - Policeman Turned Preacher 24:11

9M ago24:11

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Today we talk about Kereopa Te Rau, one of the five original disciples of Te Ua Haumēne who travelled and preached the Pai Mārire faith. We cover eye swallowing, hangings, and self sacrifice. Delve with us into New Zealand’s early true crime history! Support the show Listener discretion is advised, our content will not be for everyone. Music by Kyl…

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Episode 37: Masterton Massacre - Run run run run, run run run away 25:01

9M ago25:01

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In todays episode we discuss the Masterton Massacre, haven’t heard of it? Neither had we….. we remember the 8 victims of this event and the countless others that have been effected by the on flow. Who is Raymond and why would he kill his own 3 children as well as 5 others. Join us as we discuss this case. We also discuss the characteristics of a se…

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Work it Out | Federico Cristoforoni, Co-Founder & CEO at Net Zero Insights, on his entrepreneurial journey across Europe and Asia 40:02

9M ago40:02

40:02

Ever wondered what it takes to create impactful change in a world facing climate challenges? In today’s episode, find out more by following Federico Cristoforoni’s fascinating journey from the sun-soaked shores of Genova to pivotal experiences across Europe and Asia. This week, our Tech Recruitment Consultant Bogdan Wyneken had the pleasure of host…

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Episode 36: The Lundy Tragedy - A Family Destroyed 1:00:21

9M ago1:00:21

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In this episode Andi tells Ayla about the confusing and tragic case of the Lundy Family. While Mark Lundy was away on a business trip his wife Christine and daughter Amber were tragically murdered…. by him? At the time, Mark was in Petone and his wife and daughter were in Palmerston North. Was it possible for him to travel from Petone to Palmerston…

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Episode 35: Finnegan Family Murders - A Foot Deep Under The Carrots 25:06

9M ago25:06

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Join us as we recount the tragic event of the Finnegan family murders in Otahuhu. We dive deep into the confusing tale of the 3 James, a man on the run and the all important carrots. Support the show Listener discretion is advised, our content will not be for everyone. Music by Kyle HsiehBy Ayla, Andi, and Chris

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Episode 34: Jennifer Beard - Holiday Turned Horror 44:39

9M ago44:39

44:39

Andi tells Ayla about 25 year old Jennifer Beard, who was supposed to meet her fiancée in January 1970 after a solo trip down the West Coast. Support the show Listener discretion is advised, our content will not be for everyone. Music by Kyle HsiehBy Ayla, Andi, and Chris

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S06E15: Sarah Clark from E-Gates and Emily Tate from Mind the Product, on AI & the Fintech evolution within the past year 36:15

10M ago36:15

36:15

Join us for an exclusive look into the dynamic world of Fintech with two inspiring female leaders at this year's Web Summit: Sarah Clark, CEO of E-Gates, and Emily Tate, Managing Director at Mind the Product. In a candid discussion, Sarah Clark and our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort, dive into the whirlwind evolution of Fintech. They explore the …

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Episode 33: Jayne Furlong - Operation Darlia 42:19

10M ago42:19

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Ayla tells Andi about the murder of Jayne Furlong. A "side step" from the Hayden Poulter case, Jayne regularly worked down Karangahape Road in Auckland... until 1993. Wayne McGrath is the only named suspect on this open case. Support the show Listener discretion is advised, our content will not be for everyone. Music by Kyle Hsieh…

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S06E14: Petr Kozyakov, Co-Founder and CEO at Mercuryo, on accelerating crypto integration globally 41:19

10M ago41:19

41:19

Why is crypto so revolutionary and how does it influence the global financial ecosystem? Find out the answers to these and much more in our latest episode of In Check with Fintech with Petr Kozyakov. This week, our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort has the pleasure of hosting Petr Kozyakov, Co-Founder and CEO at Mercuryo, a crypto-powered toolbox fo…

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Episode 32: Alan Woodford - Missing In Action 32:23

10M ago32:23

32:23

Andi talks to Ayla about the disappearance of Alan Woodford in Mossburn, 1985. Coincidentally, Alan had complained about his petrol being stolen around the time he vanished. Could there have been foul play involved? Support the show Listener discretion is advised, our content will not be for everyone. Music by Kyle Hsieh…

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S06E13: Didier Lallemand, MD at Société Générale Ventures on the top opportunities in Fintech space 21:32

10M ago21:32

21:32

Where are the biggest Fintech opportunities at the moment? From transformative technologies like AI to the potential game-changer of tokenisation in capital markets, tune in to our latest episode of In Check with Fintech as we unravel the insights shared by Didier Lallemand, Managing Director at Société Générale Ventures. On this week’s special pod…

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Episode 31: Hayden Poulter - NZ's First Serial Killer? 44:27

10M ago44:27

44:27

Our first episode after the break! Dubbed New Zealand's first serial killer, Ayla tells Andi about Hayden Poulter and his victims from 1996. We remember Natacha Hogan, Ladda Nimphet, and Herbert Norris. Support the show Listener discretion is advised, our content will not be for everyone. Music by Kyle Hsieh…

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S06E12: Magali Van Bulck, Head of EMEA Policy & Campaigns at Wise, on Cross-Border Payments Regulation 30:49

10M ago30:49

30:49

Ever felt frustrated by those hidden fees in cross-border payments? Curious if there's hope on the horizon to stop them? Join us in our latest episode of In Check with Fintech, where Magali Van Bulck sheds light on this pressing issue. This week, our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort, sits down with Magali Van Bulck, Head of EMEA Policy & Campaigns …

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S06E11: Piotr Pisarz, Founder & CEO at Uncapped, gets candid about navigating the entrepreneurial rollercoaster 33:31

10M ago33:31

33:31

Ever wondered what it takes to navigate the entrepreneurial rollercoaster? Join us in this episode as we delve into the highs, lows, and unfiltered truths of running a business, as Piotr Pisarz shares his insights and gets candid about his experiences as a Fintech founder. This week, our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort had the pleasure of hosting …

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S06E10: Pamela Novoa Ralli and Frank Young on thriving in the Fintech space in times of uncertainty 25:42

11M ago25:42

25:42

The past year has been turbulent for the global economy with high inflation levels, rising interest rates and declining Fintech funding globally. However, some Fintechs have transformed adversity into opportunity, adapting their strategies to navigate the ever-shifting landscape. In this special episode of In Check with Fintech, recorded at Money20…

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Work it Out | Alex Fedorov, Head of Engineering at RIDE Capital, on driving transformative changes in the software industry 36:49

11M ago36:49

36:49

Tune in to our latest episode of Work it Out, to find out more about Alex Fedorov’s journey, driving business value and efficiency in software. This week, our tech recruitment expert Bogdan Wyneken had the pleasure of hosting Alex Fedorov, Head of Engineering at RIDE Capital. During the episode, they touched upon leadership, increasing productivity…

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S06E09: Ralph Dangelmaier, CEO at BlueSnap, on why payment orchestration is the best-kept secret in payments 31:53

11M ago31:53

31:53

Unlock key secrets to Fintech success in our latest episode of In Check with Fintech with Ralph Dangelmaier, a true industry titan with over three decades of expertise in the payments industry. This week, our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort, had the pleasure of hosting Ralph Dangelmaier, CEO at BlueSnap, a global payment orchestration platform tha…

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S06E08: Ran (Goldi) Goldshtein, SVP of Payments at Fireblocks, on making blockchain the future of payments 31:26

12M ago31:26

31:26

Are you curious about the future of digital payments and how blockchain is revolutionizing the financial landscape? In our latest episode of In Check with Fintech, our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort hosts Ran Goldi, SVP of Payments at Fireblocks, to discuss the potential of cryptocurrencies in emerging economies, the impact of stablecoins, CBDCs,…

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S06E07: Claudio Wilhelmer, CCO at Dock Financial, on his Fintech journey from Revolut to Paydora and Dock Financial 35:11

12M ago35:11

35:11

From the heart of Austria to the UK’s fast-paced Fintech landscape, tune in to our latest podcast episode to find out more about Claudio Wilhelmer’s Fintech journey and get inspired. This week, our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort had the pleasure of hosting Claudio Wilhelmer, Fintech founder and advisor, as well as CCO at Dock Financial. In this e…

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S06E06: Marianne Bregenzer, Country General Manager at Nexi Switzerland, on unlocking the power of diversity and inclusion in the Fintech space 27:10

12M ago27:10

27:10

The Fintech space has a major diversity problem and that’s no longer a secret. This week, our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort had the pleasure of sitting down with Marianne Bregenzer, Country General Manager at Nexi Switzerland, to discuss the importance of diversity and inclusion in the industry. During the episode, they focus on the challenges f…

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Work it Out | Cornelia Reh, COO at FlexClub, on the art of pivoting 28:18

1y ago28:18

28:18

Have you ever wondered what it's really like to navigate the thrilling rollercoaster of the startup world? In today's podcast episode, we're about to find out as we sit down with Cornelia Reh, COO at FlexClub, as well as a product and startup enthusiast. From the intricacies of product development to the art of pivoting and leading a dynamic team, …

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S06E05: Layla Qassim, Delia König & Alex Gessner on paving the way for gender diversity in Fintechs | Part 3 29:54

1y ago29:54

29:54

Did you know that women make up less than 30% of the workforce within Fintechs, while female representation in senior positions is among the lowest compared to other industries? To address this significant problem and explore how companies can attract and retain a diverse workforce, PCN CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort sat down with three powerful …

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S06E04: Layla Qassim, Delia König & Alex Gessner on paving the way for gender diversity in Fintechs | Part 2 30:06

1y ago30:06

30:06

How can companies attract and retain a diverse workforce? Find out that and much more in our latest podcast episode! We’re delighted to share the second episode of our three-part In Check with Diversity in Fintech series, where our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort, hosts three powerful female Fintech leaders - Layla Qassim, SVP of Operations at lem…

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S06E03: Layla Qassim, Delia König & Alex Gessner on paving the way for gender diversity in Fintechs | Part 1 35:18

1y ago35:18

35:18

Are we unconsciously holding gender diversity back in our workplaces? Uncover the realities of gender disparity and unconscious bias in the professional world in our latest podcast episode. We’re excited to be launching the first episode of our three-part In Check with Diversity in Fintech series, where our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort, has the…

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S06E02: Anupam Majumdar and Rom Mascetti on the opportunities within the B2B payments space 35:11

1y ago35:11

35:11

Did you know that the B2B payments market is poised to reach a staggering $125 trillion this year alone? In today's episode, our CEO Rogier Rouppe van der Voort had the pleasure of hosting Anupam Majumdar, Principal at Flagship Advisory Partners, and Rom Mascetti, Senior Manager at Flagship Advisory Partners. Together, they discussed the latest dev…

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S06E01: Kim Verkooij, Co-Founder & CEO at Solvimon, on building a future-proof billing solution 27:55

1y ago27:55

27:55

Are you curious about the evolving world of pricing models and how businesses are adapting to the shift from subscriptions to usage-based models? In this episode of In Check with Fintech, our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort had the pleasure to sit down with Kim Verkooij, Co-Founder and CEO at Solvimon, a next-generation billing platform designed t…

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Work It Out | Djamel Mekibes, Co-Founder & COO at Senken, on the power of career breaks 37:47

1y ago37:47

37:47

Have you ever wondered how a career break can lead to a life-changing journey? Join us as Djamel Mekibes, Co-Founder & COO at Senken, shares his inspiring story of finding his true purpose in the world of Regenerative Finance (ReFi) after taking a life-changing career break. During the interview, Djamel spoke about his journey as a founder and disc…

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Work it Out | Sead Ahmetovic, CEO and Co-Founder of WeAreDevelopers, on how AI will affect the tech community 32:23

1y ago32:23

32:23

Curious about the future of technology or want to explore starting your own tech business? Interested in attending the world's largest software development conference? Don't miss the latest episode of Work it Out with Sead Ahmetovic, Co-Founder of WeAreDevelopers, where he dives into these key topics and shares more valuable insights on entrepreneu…

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Andrius Bičeika, Deputy CEO & Partner at Revolut, on the financial super app’s expansion into new markets 45:25

1y ago45:25

45:25

Ever wondered about the inner workings of high-growth startups and about how they navigate their way into new markets? Join us as we uncover the strategies and lessons behind Revolut’s expansion on this special episode of In Check with Fintech recorded at the Green Future Conference in Split, Croatia. This time, our Recruitment consultant Bogdan Wy…

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Nir Levy, CTO & Co-Founder at Kipp, on reducing card decline rates 23:24

1+ y ago23:24

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How is it possible to reduce card decline rates within the e-commerce space? Find out that and much more in this episode of In Check with Fintech. This week, our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort had the pleasure of hosting Nir Levy, CTO and Co-Founder at Kipp. During the conversation, Nir focused on the e-commerce market and spoke about the notion …

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Leda Glyptis, Chief Client Officer at 10x Banking, on driving innovation and inclusion within the financial services sector 26:35

1+ y ago26:35

26:35

How do organisational habits determine the way we make decisions? Has the financial services sector failed to keep up with digital transformation? Find out the answers to these and much more in this special episode of In Check with Fintech coming live from Money20/20 Europe. On this special episode, our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort had the hono…

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Raphael Steil, Co-Founder at getquin, on his journey building a social investment platform 46:41

1+ y ago46:41

46:41

Can ChatGPT replace financial advisors? Why is creating a good product crucial for the success of a company? 💭 Find out the answers to these and much more in our latest episode of In Check with Fintech. This week, our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort, had the pleasure of speaking with Raphael Steil, Co-Founder at getquin. Throughout the episode, Ra…

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Work It Out | Marijan Čipčić on his journey from archeology to the tech world 36:43

1+ y ago36:43

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On the very first episode of Work It Out, our Tech Recruitment Consultant, Bogdan Wyneken, had the pleasure of hosting Marijan Čipčić, Tech Community Manager at Infobip and Co-founder at Green Future Conference! The conversation stretched from keeping a healthy work-life balance to the Green Future Conference coming up soon in Croatia, Infobip’s in…

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Episode 30: Mary Young - Discriminated Killer? 16:58

1+ y ago16:58

16:58

In this episode of Sinister Dynasty, Andi and Ayla go back to the past of the 1800s to talk about a vaguely documented/known case involving racism, possibly wrongly convicted men and unjust treatment by the system for the murder of the 60-year-old woman: Mary Young! Support the show Listener discretion is advised, our content will not be for everyo…

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