Podcasts about fintech

Agenda: 00:00 – Databricks hits $100B: Bubble or just the beginning? 03:15 – Is Databricks actually undervalued at 25x revenue? 07:40 – Are we on the verge of the biggest IPO wave ever? 11:30 – Can Andreessen's Databricks bet return $30B+? 18:10 – Who really gets rich when mega-unicorns IPO? 19:30 – Is the return of Chamath's SPACs the ultimate bubble signal? 28:00 – Should OpenAI staff be cashing out billions in secondaries? 33:30 – Founder raises $130M… then walks away. Is this the new normal? 36:30 – Nubank's $2.5B profit: The best FinTech in the world? 48:00 – On Running at $15B: Can consumer brands still be VC-backed rockets? 52:00 – CoreWeave takes on $11B in debt: smart bet or ticking time bomb? 1:11:00 – Will AI spend really hit trillions—or is it all hype?  

In an age when AI models are becoming exponentially more sophisticated and powerful, how does one ensure that proper results are being generated and that the AI model functions in desired parameters? This pressing concern of AI alignment could be solved through cryptographic verification, using zero knowledge proofs. ZKPs not only allow for verifying computation at scale, but they also confer data privacy. Lagrange's DeepProve zkML is the fastest in existence, making it easy to prove that AI inferences are correct, scaling verifiable computation as the demand for AI grows.Topics covered in this episode:Ismael's background and founding LagrangeAI x crypto convergenceZKML use casesAI inference verifiabilityAI safety regulationsRevenue accruing tokensPitching Lagrange to enterprise clientsAssembling a dedicated teamCryptography researchEpisode links:Ismael Hishon-Rezaizadeh on XLagrange on XSponsors:Gnosis: Gnosis builds decentralized infrastructure for the Ethereum ecosystem, since 2015. This year marks the launch of Gnosis Pay— the world's first Decentralized Payment Network. Get started today at - gnosis.ioChorus One: one of the largest node operators worldwide, trusted by 175,000+ accounts across more than 60 networks, Chorus One combines institutional-grade security with the highest yields at - chorus.oneThis episode is hosted by Sebastien Couture.

The Cybercrime Wire, hosted by Scott Schober, provides boardroom and C-suite executives, CIOs, CSOs, CISOs, IT executives and cybersecurity professionals with a breaking news story we're following. If there's a cyberattack, hack, or data breach you should know about, then we're on it. Listen to the podcast daily and hear it every hour on WCYB. The Cybercrime Wire is brought to you Cybercrime Magazine, Page ONE for Cybersecurity at https://cybercrimemagazine.com. • For more breaking news, visit https://cybercrimewire.com

In this episode of the podcast, we catch up with Mercy Ogbleba. Mercy is a second year student in Darden's Full-Time MBA Class of 2026, and we talk with Mercy about her decision to pursue an MBA, what led her to Darden, what she's enjoyed about her first year, her advice for prospective students and more. Mercy is also VP of Admissions for the Darden African Business Organization (DABO), VP of Conference for Graduate Women in Business (GWIB), and VP of Careers for the FinTech club. For more insights, tips, and stories about the Darden experience, be sure to check out the Discover Darden Admissions blog and follow us on Instagram @dardenmba.

In this conversation, Mark Price, CTO of Akuvo, shares insights into the innovative solutions his company is developing in the FinTech space, particularly focusing on their cloud-based collections platform and the introduction of AI technologies. He discusses his journey from a coder to a management role, the impact of their Virtual Collector product, and the importance of building a culture of innovation within the organization. Mark also emphasizes the significance of effective communication and understanding audience needs when presenting ideas and solutions.Follow the Pod:https://twitter.com/fintechcombineFollow Kris Kovacs:https://twitter.com/ManagementByteshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kriskovacs/https://www.instagram.com/kriskovacs/The Fintech Combine is Produced and Edited by Anson Beckler-JonesFollow Anson Beckler-JonesInstagram - @ansonandcoYoutube - @ansonandco

Send Bidemi a Text Message!In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde spoke with Ayotunde Aladejana, a venture & partnerships leader driving capital, markets & impact with comprehensive experience across banking, global health, and venture capital. We unpacked his journey from economics and business analysis to venture building, his playbook for corporate–startup partnerships, practical lessons on leading with empathy, governance, data protection, scaling responsibly, and lots more.Support the show

In this episode of Tank Talks, we dive deep into how AI is reshaping the world of investment banking and financial workflows. We're joined by Kunal Tangri and Noah Faro, co-founders of Farsight AI, a trailblazing FinTech startup out of New York that's automating everything from pitch decks to financial models, all within the tools bankers already use, like Excel and PowerPoint.Farsight's mission is to help finance professionals cut down on tedious, manual work and focus on higher-level strategy, and the results are already impressive. In just one year, the company grew 10x in revenue, offering a compelling solution to banks, private equity firms, hedge funds, and wealth managers.In this episode, we discuss:* The aha moment behind starting Farsight AI and the team's journey from MIT to Wall Street and beyond.* Why the founders believe AI is the key to eliminating grueling 100-hour work weeks for junior bankers and making high-end finance more efficient.* The biggest challenges they've faced in building a tool that integrates seamlessly into finance professionals' daily workflows.* The future of AI in financial services and how it can democratize access to top-tier financial tools.From scaling the company to navigating investor interest and addressing the challenges of maintaining security in the financial sector, Kunal and Noah offer valuable insights on building a product that doesn't just save time but transforms the entire way finance professionals work.How It All Started (00:02:36)Kunal and Noah share how their experiences at MIT and roles in big tech led them to co-found Farsight AI and the unique problem they set out to solve in financial services.Breaking the Banking Mold (00:06:49)What it takes to build a product that bankers actually want to use without forcing them to learn a new workflow.How AI Can Eliminate Manual Grunt Work (00:10:50)Automating the dreaded task of creating pitch decks, memos, and financial models, and how Farsight AI is pushing the boundaries of what's possible in financial services.Investor Pitch & Growth (00:20:34)How Farsight AI secured its first round of funding, raised $16 million in Series A, and caught the eye of major investors.AI-Powered Decision Making in Finance (00:28:00)How Farsight AI is tackling everything from Excel-based tasks to handling private equity and M&A documents with seamless integration and workflow automation.The Road Ahead (00:40:04)Kunal and Noah discuss their vision for the future, why they believe junior bankers of 2030 will spend more time on strategic thinking than mundane tasks, and how AI will change the financial landscape forever.About the GuestsKunal Tangri and Noah Faro are the co-founders of Farsight AI, a revolutionary AI startup that's changing the way finance professionals work. Both with deep roots in tech, they bring a unique perspective to automating some of the most tedious tasks in investment banking, private equity, hedge funds, and wealth management. With backgrounds at top-tier companies like Hugging Face, Amazon, and MIT, they're at the forefront of the AI revolution in finance.Connect with Noah Faro on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noahfaroConnect with Kunal Tangri on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kunal-tangri-61ba48121/Visit the Farsight AI website: https://www.farsight-ai.com/Connect with Matt Cohen on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/matt-cohen1Visit the Ripple Ventures website: https://www.rippleventures.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanktalks.substack.com

In this episode of FP&A Tomorrow, host Paul Barnhurst and co-host Glenn Snyder explore what really makes a budgeting process succeed, or fall apart. Drawing from decades of experience in finance and corporate strategy, Paul and Glenn share lessons learned from real budgeting cycles, including where things went wrong and how they were fixed. They cover everything from headcount planning mistakes and unrealistic timelines to aligning business partners and creating buy-in at the executive level. Whether you're in the middle of budget season or preparing for one, this conversation is packed with practical advice you can take straight to your team.Glenn Snyder is a strategic finance leader with deep experience across public, private equity, private equity-owned, and family-owned companies. He currently serves as Head of FP&A at Riveron and brings expertise in financial analysis, corporate strategy, modeling, and budgeting. Glenn has worked across several industries including SaaS (healthcare and telecom), eCommerce, data centers, and FinTech. He is also a Fractional CFO, mentor, and educator, with a long-standing connection to UCLA where he supports students and emerging finance professionalsExpect to Learn:Why automation should be baked into FP&A from day oneWhat accountability-based forecasting looks like in practiceHow to shift FP&A from a cost center to an operational partnerPractical methods for protecting your most valuable asset: timeWhy “humble curiosity” is essential to understanding the businessHere are a few quotes from the episode:"Fully burdened compensation isn't just salary plus bonus, there's a lot more under the hood." - Glenn Snyder"Budgeting is a chance to learn the business, not just fill in a template." - Glenn Snyder"Finance exists to help the business make better, faster decisions." - Paul BarnhurstGlenn Snyder emphasized that budgeting is most effective when it's collaborative, strategic, and grounded in real business understanding. He reminded us that finance's role is to support decision-making, not just manage numbers. With clear communication and thoughtful planning, budgeting can become a tool for alignment and impact.Easy Strategic FP&A: Introducing BEZ (BE EASY), with Agentic AI capabilities to maximize FP&A's strategic impact. Automate complex FP&A processes and have a conversation with your data. Modern FP&A can Be Easy. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3H0DqppFollow FP&A Tomorrow:Newsletter - Subscribe on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=6957679529595162624 Follow Glenn:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/glenntsnyder/Website - onemomentintimenovel.comFollow Paul: Website - https://www.thefpandaguy.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefpandaguyEarn Your CPE Credit For CPE credit, please go to earmarkcpe.com, listen to the episode, download the app, answer a few...

Stepping into the world of small business banking requires a fresh perspective, and that's exactly what Eyal Lifshitz brought when he founded Bluevine twelve years ago. Having watched his father run a physical therapy practice, Eyal witnessed firsthand the financial challenges small business owners face daily. Today, as Bluevine's CEO, he's transformed that understanding into a revolutionary banking platform serving over 750,000 small businesses across America.Traditional banking has long overlooked the unique needs of businesses generating less than $5 million in annual revenue. These companies represent half of the U.S. GDP and typically operate without finance departments, leaving owners to handle everything from payroll to invoicing themselves. Bluevine's solution? A comprehensive financial operating system that brings checking accounts, credit products, accounts payable, and receivable management together in one digital platform.What makes Bluevine truly stand out is its branchless, digital-first approach. While most banks still require small business owners to visit physical locations weekly, Bluevine delivers a fully online experience with no monthly fees and competitive yields on deposits. This approach resonates particularly with younger entrepreneurs who expect the same digital convenience in business that they enjoy in personal banking.Looking ahead, Eyal sees several transformative trends reshaping small business finance: accelerating adoption of digital-first banking, demand for real-time payment capabilities across all rails, and integration of AI-powered financial guidance. Listen to Eyal's full interview for insights on breaking free from traditional banking limitations and embracing the future of small business finance.

On this episode of the Scouting For Growth podcast, Sabine VdL talks to Mike Gulla, CEO of Adaptive Insurance, whose team is redefining what it means to be resilient in an era of climate uncertainty and operational volatility. We'll explore why now is the time for parametric and adaptive insurance, what inspired the creation of Adaptive, and how emerging technologies like AI, big data, and cloud computing are transforming the insurance landscape. KEY TAKEAWAYS          Mike started Adaptive in early 2024 to help businesses build financial resilience against climate change, using parametric-style products and unique data assets. Starting a business comes with many challenges – revenue planning, product selection, and insurance. Our focus is helping owners understand how environmental factors like extreme weather or business interruptions could impact them over time. Power outages show that even with backup systems, grid failures can cause major disruptions – from dark streets to reduced customer traffic. As climate shifts, populations are moving into areas with new weather risks. My focus is on creating innovative insurance products that turn these challenges into opportunities for good BEST MOMENTS ‘The consumer needs knowledge to understand what the things are that are ultimately going to impact their business.' ‘Speed is huge, which is why we use parametric products, a business owner needs to be able to make a decision very quickly after an event occurs. When you combine knowledge with speed it helps them make a better decision for their business.' The insurance industry has suffered from how fast things have changed.' ‘Parametric insurance products are similar to streaming services in that they allow the consumer a new opportunity to have access to a different type of coverage that specifically focusses on something that might impact their business.' ABOUT THE GUESTS Mike Gulla, CEO and Co-Founder of Adaptive Insurance, has over 20 years of experience in the insurance industry and is passionate about transforming how insurance works by leveraging technology and innovative strategies. His career is marked by a commitment to making insurance more adaptive, efficient, and customer focused. Mike's leadership at Adaptive Insurance reflects his vision for a smarter, more responsive industry—one that meets the evolving needs of clients in a rapidly changing world. Known for his forward-thinking approach and dedication to excellence, Mike continues to inspire teams and drive meaningful change across the insurance landscape. LinkedIn ABOUT THE HOST Sabine is a corporate strategist turned entrepreneur. She is the CEO and Managing Partner of Alchemy Crew a venture lab that accelerates the curation, validation, & commercialization of new tech business models. Sabine is renowned within the insurance sector for building some of the most renowned tech startup accelerators around the world working with over 30 corporate insurers, accelerated over 100 startup ventures. Sabine is the co-editor of the bestseller The INSURTECH Book, a top 50 Women in Tech, a FinTech and InsurTech Influencer, an investor & multi-award winner.   Twitter LinkedIn Instagram Facebook TikTok Email Website This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/  

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Need financing for your next investment property? Visit: https://www.academyfund.com/ Want to join us in San Francisco, CA on October 7th & 8th? Visit: https://www.10xvets.com/events ____ Ajit Purandare is the Chief Revenue Officer at Croptell, a FinTech company revolutionizing agricultural finance through artificial intelligence. He brings a unique perspective to the agricultural space, having grown up in farming communities on the eastern shore of Delaware in the heart of "chicken country".  A West Point graduate, Ajit joined Croptell after consulting with founder Scott Sartor for two years. What started as a relationship built through duck hunting in the Mississippi Delta evolved into a powerful partnership aimed at disrupting the agricultural finance space. Coming from a family that immigrated from India, Ajit understands firsthand the critical importance of agriculture and the thin margins farmers operate on. Through data science and AI powered insights, Ajit is helping to transform how farmers access capital and manage their operations. His mission is to empower farmers to focus on what they do best while providing lenders with better tools to assess creditworthiness beyond traditional FICO scores. In this episode of the SABM podcast, Scott chats with Ajit about: Croptell's Mission: Revolutionizing crop finance through AI and disrupting the traditional agricultural finance space The Problem They're Solving: How only 18% of farmers actually do budgets and the challenges of relationship-based lending Platform Functionality: 5-8 minute onboarding process with AI-powered insights covering 3,000 major crop-producing counties Target Market Strategy: Focusing on 265,000 Gen Z and millennial farmers taking over family operations through succession planning Growth Goals: Raising capital for the next crop finance cycle and building partnerships with private equity and community banks Timestamps: 00:53 Introduction to Croptell 02:21 The Agricultural Finance Landscape 05:09 How Croptell's Platform Works 08:30 Goals and Future Plans for Croptell 13:23 Challenges and Support Needed 16:39 Personal Connection to Agriculture 17:57 Final Thoughts and Contact InformationConnect with Ajit: (202) 361-7674 LinkedIn | Ajit Purandare www.croptell.com If you found value in today's episode, don't keep it to yourself—share it with a colleague or friend who could benefit. And if you're a Service Academy graduate ready to elevate your business, we'd love for you to join our community and get started today. Make sure you never miss an episode subscribe now and help support the show: Apple Podcasts Spotify Leave us a 5-star review! A special thank you to Ajit for joining me this week. Until next time! -Scott Mackes, USNA '01

Thrilled to welcome Daniel Ballen, General Partner & Co-Head of Portage Capital Solutions, to the Fintech Newscast! He shares deep insights on the current fintech investment climate, where the market is headed, and what it takes to expand internationally in today's competitive landscape https://portageinvest.com Click Subscribe to keep up to date on the world of … Continue reading Ep 262- Portage Capital Solutions GP Daniel Ballen

Sergey Jakimov is the Managing Partner and co-founder of LongeVC, one of Europe's most active longevity-focused venture capital firms, currently raising its second fund targeting $250 million.In this episode, Chris and Sergey explore the investment landscape shaping longevity biotechnology today. They discuss LongeVC's pragmatic approach to longevity investing—focusing on disease-modifying therapies rather than targeting aging itself—and why this strategy has been successful across their portfolio. Sergey shares insights from major successes including Rubedo's $500M+ partnership with Bristol Myers Squibb and Turn Bio's $300M deal with Hansol, explaining what these deals signal about pharma's evolving interest in longevity approaches. The conversation covers critical topics for researchers and entrepreneurs: common pitfalls in academic spin-offs, the importance of clear regulatory pathways, and how the upcoming patent cliff is creating new opportunities for early-stage biotechs in the longevity space.Listeners will gain valuable insights into what makes a longevity company investable, how to navigate the transition from academic research to commercial venture, and why solving age-related diseases one by one may ultimately lead to a holistic understanding of aging itself.The Finer Details:Sergey's journey from aspiring neurosurgeon to deep tech entrepreneur to longevity investorLongeVC's pragmatic philosophy: targeting specific diseases rather than aging as a wholeThe convergence of biotech, regenerative medicine, and AI in the longevity spaceKey criteria for early-stage investment: disease indication, balanced teams, clean IP transferWhy "five scientists in a room" and "great mouse data" don't make an investable companyThe importance of platforms having their own pipelines, not just service modelsHow LongeVC's scientific advisory board (including Alex Zhavoronkov, Vadim Gladyshev, Thomas Rando) evaluates investmentsSuccess stories: Rubedo's senolytic partnership and Turn Bio's epigenetic reprogramming dealThe changing dynamics between pharma and biotech driven by patent cliffs and urgency to find the "next GLP-1"Regulatory strategies: focusing on specific endpoints rather than aging broadlyMaking longevity medicine accessible through disease-focused approaches and data-driven validationPersonal motivation: Sergey's experience as a rare disease patient and the urgency of advancing treatmentsQuotes:"Longevity as an industry is by far the industry with the biggest added value out there, because that is the issue that we all share. Without solving these things, none of the other stuff really matters—not FinTech, not blockchain, not sustainability.""Five scientists in a room generally don't make a company. Prolonging rodent lives does not make a company either.""The ultimate longevity drug version 1.0 would be a therapeutic which has an original disease indication, which also has somehow cracked the mechanism of action that would be translatable across several age-related disease domains.""It is extremely arrogant for the space to say that we're not interested in age-related diseases, like we're not interested in curing the diseases. That's traditional biotech. We're not that. We are the longevity space.""Pharma is still thinking in terms of assets rather than processes. It is almost impossible to sell a process to them... What pharma still wants is the result of that capacity actually coming to life.""At the point when something has happened to you and a rare disease has happened to you... you're only equipped with that standard of treatment that is currently available and that has made it to the clinic.""I think the presence of the FDA as this kind of gatekeeper-type agency saying, 'No, you...

The mortgage and financial services industries are at a crossroads—caught between the pull of tradition and the push of AI-driven innovation. In this FinTech Hunting episode, host Michael Hammond sits down with marketing powerhouse Kelly Yale, Fractional CMO and innovation leader at Octo Strategies, to unpack the seismic shifts redefining mortgage marketing.From the myth of social media as a silver bullet to the art of building real community at scale, Kelly shares her proven frameworks for blending personal branding with enterprise consistency—and why the smartest lenders are leaning hard into relationship automation.You'll discover:How to balance authenticity and technology without losing the human touch.Why AI isn't replacing loan officers, but it will reshape their work, compensation, and competitive edge.Practical steps to build long-term relationships that convert, even in a crowded market.The critical skill sets marketing teams need in 2025—and why adaptability matters more than any single tool.Whether you're a mortgage executive, lender, marketing leader, or loan officer, this conversation will challenge your thinking and equip you to thrive in the new era of lending.

There are 34,752,434 small businesses in the United States.Small businesses employ 45.9% of American workers, which amounts toapproximately 59 million people. According to the Small BusinessAdministration, small businesses account for 43.5% of U.S. GDP.The Consumer Financial Bureau states that entrepreneursoften use personal and family savings to start their businesses:·        64.4% use personal and family savings·        16.5% use business loans from banks orother financial institutions·        9.1% use personal credit cards·        8.7% use personal family assets (otherthan the owner's savings)Chris Hurn is a business financing professional who hasfounded two companies listed on the Inc. 500. He specializes in U.S. SmallBusiness Administration lending and currently serves as CEO of Phoenix LenderServices and President of Community Bankshares, Inc. He has provided testimonybefore Congress regarding small business lending and has been referenced in 16business publications.Throughout his career, Chris Hurn has established, managed,and advised financial and business enterprises related to small businesses, SBAlending, and economic development. As President of Community Bankshares Inc.(CBI), he oversees business areas such as SBA and USDA lending and financialsoftware solutions. Under his leadership, CBI was named the top USDA B&Ilender in the U.S. for 2024 and achieved Preferred Lender Program (PLP) statusfrom the SBA. Chris also holds the position of Chief Executive Partner atLendesca, a FinTech firm focused on business financing, and is the founder andformer CEO of Fountainhead, one of 17 nonbank lenders authorized to provide SBA7(a) loans. At Fountainhead, he facilitated nearly 300,000 loans totaling $5.15billion.For more information: https://phoenixlenderservices.com/LinkedIn: @ChrisHurnEmail: Churn@Communitybankshares.com

Small business owners rely on digital tools to run their businesses, but how does their banking experience measure up? In this episode, hear real-world stories from business owners with diverse needs as they describe their experiences and challenges, and hear from financial institutions that are taking these needs to heart. Related Links [Blog] Small Business Tools, Tactics, and Transformation https://hub.q2.com/resources/col/pf/small-business-tools-tactics-and-transformation?pflpid=61254&pfsid=62E2iBv4Jj [On-Demand Webinar] Why and How to Become the Business Hub for Your SMB Customers https://hub.q2.com/resources/col/pf/why-and-how-to-become-the-business-hub-for-your-smb-customers-2?pflpid=61254&pfsid=62E2iBv4Jj [LinkedIn] Ben Cash https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-cash-03312292/ [LinkedIn] Katrina Leach https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrinaleachufcu/ [LinkedIn] Shon Cass https://www.linkedin.com/in/scasstsb/ [LinkedIn] Thomas Eorgan https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomaseorgan/

Banking executives face a familiar dilemma: decades-old core systems technically constrain innovation while replacement costs can reach hundreds of millions of dollars and take years to implement. Meanwhile, fintechs launch new products in weeks while traditional banks remain trapped in months-long approval cycles. The challenge extends beyond technology. "Most banks duct-tape capabilities onto what they already have, and eventually they break," explains Ritesh Rihani, Vice President of Enterprise Banking at Galileo. "You've seen the number of outages we've had in the industry recently. That's all happening because they put duct tape upon duct tape." The pressure to modernize comes from multiple directions. Customer expectations have evolved toward integrated experiences and ease of use and operational risks multiply as the pool of COBOL programmers shrinks through retirement. Regulatory compliance becomes increasingly difficult with manual processes and fragmented systems. This podcast explores five critical dimensions of core modernization: balancing costs with competitive necessity, understanding operational and regulatory risks, implementing incremental transformation strategies, enabling product innovation, and unlocking the future potential of modern banking architecture.

The FinTech market has seen considerable upheaval in activity and valuations. But spring may be coming to the funding winter that FinTech has seen and Jordan McKee and Sampath Sharma return to examine the green shoots with host Eric Hanselman. Data platforms, payment rails and insurance tech are seeing renewed interest, while riskier areas, like lending, are not seeing the same focus. FinTech companies are looking at addressing infrastructure and process challenges faced by the banking sector as they transition to the world of instant payments.  Interest in cryptocurrency is roaring back, particularly in stablecoins. The U.S. GENIUS Act has delivered a framework for their use and opened the door to new experimentation. It's another area where FinTech's have an infrastructure opportunity, as a number of FinTech companies already have stablecoin experience and can put it to work for their banking partners. All of this and more will also be on the agenda for the upcoming Banking Infrastructure Modernization webinar at the link below. More S&P Global Content: Upcoming FinTech Webinar: Banking Infrastructure Modernization: Building for Instant Payments Money20/20 Europe 2025: Key trends and developments National Retail Federation looks to revitalize the modern commerce experience Fintech funding falls 42% to $35B in 2023, but downturn may be nearing end For S&P Global Subscribers: Tech Trend in Focus: Payment orchestration Cross-border payments, stablecoins generate buzz at a low-key Money20/20 Asia Real-time payments, stablecoins draw VC attention in Q3 2024 fintech funding 2025 Trends in Fintech Credits: Host/Author: Eric Hanselman Guests: Jordan McKee, Sampath Sharma Producer/Editor: Adam Kovalsky Published With Assistance From: Sophie Carr, Feranmi Adeoshun, Kyra Smith

In this episode of The Defiant Podcast, Paul Frambot, Co-Founder of Morpho, details how DeFi is transforming the financial industry by intersecting with fintech, shifting value to network users, and reshaping how lending protocols work. He outlines the evolution from early peer-to-peer lending to today's permissionless, immutable infrastructure, highlighting Morpho's product design, its approach to risk management, and specific use cases in institutional finance and global wallet integration. Discussions cover the role of risk managers, transparency benefits, the emergence of DeFi as backbone infrastructure for fintechs, and how platforms like Coinbase now use Morpho behind the scenes.Paul reflects on how Morpho enables global liquidity, allows businesses and individuals to create custom lending markets, and how DeFi's open competition leads to better rates and more efficient markets. The conversation wraps with thoughts on unsecured lending, the path to real-world financial product integration, and Morpho's long-term vision to become the foundational protocol for global financing.Chapters:00:00 Fintech disruption, DeFi's impact on infrastructure 01:21 Founding Morpho: backstory and protocol design 03:04 Pushing for permissionless, immutable protocol infrastructure 04:16 Institutional adoption, wallet integrations, and B2B use cases 07:01 Managing risk and collateral in open protocols 10:32 Shift in institutional engagement and business adoption 15:20 Native on-chain fund issuance, regulations, and international frameworks 17:04 Equity and securities as next steps for on-chain finance 19:03 Real-world example: Coinbase leveraging Morpho for global lending liquidity 20:28 End-to-end DeFi integrations: wallet abstraction and feature parity 22:26 Four core benefits when fintechs use DeFi as backend 24:07 Transparency, self-custody, and proof of reserves in DeFi 25:06 Institutional desire for infrastructure ownership—not just distribution 26:29 Competitive rates: DeFi vs. traditional finance lending 27:51 Barriers for banks: regulation, compliance, privacy, and operational hurdles 30:00 Privacy on-chain: transaction anonymity vs. amount privacy 32:29 How DeFi lending markets evolved: competition and network effects 34:00 Differing visions: Morpho as infrastructure vs. Aave as integrated bank 37:12 Market size: overcollateralized and undercollateralized lending potential 38:04 How DeFi could unlock unsecured credit 41:24 Under-collateralized lending, trust, and on-chain identity primitives 44:28 Morpho's long-term vision and the future of DeFi/fintech convergence

We're proud to kick off our four-part Modern Finance series with a conversation with Deluxe's Yogs Jayaprakasam, SVP, Chief Technology & Digital Officer. AI isn't just changing treasury - it's completely reimagining how financial teams operate, transforming them from back-office functions into strategic business advisors.Yogs Jayaprakasam reveals how treasury departments are leveraging artificial intelligence to solve age-old challenges in revolutionary ways. While treasury has always focused on managing liquidity, cash flow, risk, and compliance, today's AI-powered tools are eliminating manual workloads and enabling real-time, data-driven decision making that wasn't possible before.The impact is already measurable. Document extraction accuracy has jumped from 65% to 95% using AI agents, dramatically reducing the need for manual matching and reconciliation. This frees treasury professionals to focus on strategic questions: What's driving cash flow delays? Why are dispute rates increasing? How can we optimize working capital? Real-world implementations at companies like McNaughton McKay demonstrate how these technologies improve not just receivables functionality but credit management as well.What makes today's AI revolution different from previous technological advances? As Yogs explains, "AI is moving at a speed I haven't seen before in my 25+ year career." The convergence of big data, cloud computing, and specialized hardware has created perfect conditions for transformative change. Yet the fundamentals remain constant - treasury's core problems haven't changed, but how we solve them has.For treasury leaders looking to navigate this transformation, Yogs recommends his "3×3" talent development framework, tailoring AI skills development across both proficiency levels and career stages. The message is clear: AI is here to stay, and the organizations that thrive will be those that embrace these technologies while maintaining unwavering focus on solving their customers' financial challenges.To learn more visit: https://www.deluxe.com/receivables-management/cash-application/ 

Au programme :Alexandre nous parle de la manière dont la tech et l'IA a fait évoluer son métier de radiologue depuis presque 20 ans.Infos :Animé par Patrick Beja (Bluesky, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok)Co-animé par AlexandreProduit par Patrick Beja (LinkedIn) et Fanny Cohen Moreau (LinkedIn).Musique libre de droit par Daniel BejaLe Rendez-vous Tech épisode 628 – Spécial : Tech et IA dans l'imagerie médicale---Liens :

Fraud just had its AI upgrade.It's faster than your payments and industrialised at a global scale. Welcome to the Scamdemic — a global wave of scams and financial crime growing faster than almost any asset class.We're joined by Simon Taylor, Head of Strategy at Sardine and Co-Founder of 11:FS. Together, we unpack how fraud has evolved, why it's so hard to stop, and what financial institutions, fintechs, and regulators must do now.Inside the episode:- Why faster payments = faster fraud- Deepfakes, fraud-as-a-service, and industrialised scam call centres- Why liability shifts and reimbursements can fuel crime instead of stopping it- The missed open banking opportunity: building a global “fraud utility”- Stablecoins, AI agents, and the next wave of attack surfaces- How to protect customers without killing innovationWhether you work in banking, fintech, payments, or policy, this episode will change how you think about fraud prevention in the age of AI and real-time payments.

Glen gets the lowdown from Finovate's Greg Palmer on what to expect at September's New York City demo-fest, including a dedicated credit union track. Also- unanswered questions in the President's de-banking Executive Order, and a showdown regarding BNPL's role in credit reporting.        Links related to this episode:   Finovate Fall, September 8-10 in NYC: https://informaconnect.com/finovatefall/ ***Use Code BIG20 for a 20% registration discount***  Fox Business' take on the sudden twist in BNPL credit reporting: https://www.foxbusiness.com/economy/some-buy-now-pay-later-lenders-holding-back-customer-payment-data-from-credit-bureaus  The President's Executive Order (EO) on “de-banking”: https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/08/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-guarantees-fair-banking-for-all-americans/  The Cato Institute's critique of the debanking EO: https://www.cato.org/blog/breaking-down-trumps-debanking-executive-order  The National Law Review adds its two cents: https://natlawreview.com/article/trump-executive-order-attacks-de-banking-practices      A special time for our next CU Town Hall: Mark your calendars for our next Town Hall session- Monday, August 18 at 3:30pm ET/12:30pm PT- streaming live from America's Credit Unions' Strategic Growth Conference. It's free to attend, but advance registration is required. Visit https://www.cutownhall.com/ to request an invitation.    Follow us on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/best-innovation-group/   https://www.linkedin.com/in/jbfintech/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/glensarvady/

In this inspiring episode of Yo Quiero Dinero, host Jannese Torres sits down with Joyce Medeiros, co-founder of Investrio—a financial platform designed to help solopreneurs master both personal and business money management. From her beginnings as a first-gen immigrant working on Wall Street to taking the leap into the startup world, Joyce shares her journey of resilience, risk-taking, and purpose-driven innovation.You'll hear how she pivoted from a failed product launch to building a tool that simplifies finances through color-coded tracking, AI-powered support, and a thriving entrepreneur community. Joyce opens up about navigating the male-dominated finance world, securing funding as a Latina founder, and the sacrifices behind the startup grind. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this episode offers practical tips, hard-earned lessons, and a reminder that experimentation and a supportive community can be the keys to success.What You'll Learn in This Episode:How Joyce went from managing billions on Wall Street to starting her own fintech company.The importance of pivoting when your idea isn't working (and how to know when to do it).The biggest financial mistakes solopreneurs make—and how to avoid them.How Investrio uses color coding, automation, and AI to simplify money management.The role of community in entrepreneurship and why human connection still matters in the AI age.Insights on fundraising, accelerators, and breaking barriers as a Latina founder.Resources & Links:

Lex chats with Matthew Le Merle - CEO of Blockchain Coinvestors, a leading blockchain and AI fund-of-funds. He reflects on the limitations of large institutions in adopting disruptive technologies and why he chose to back innovators over incumbents, using stablecoins as an example of asymmetric value creation. Le Merle explains his evolution from angel investor to institutional LP, highlighting the benefits of leveraging top-tier venture capitalists' expertise in inefficient early-stage markets. He outlines the psychological challenges of venture investing, where failures appear early and outsized wins often take a decade, contrasting this with the faster liquidity but higher existential risk in token markets. Finally, he critiques institutional allocators for over-relying on efficient markets, under-allocating to venture despite its role in driving future value, and positions his strategy as fully committed to early-stage blockchain and AI as the highest-returning segments. NOTABLE DISCUSSION POINTS:1. Innovation Threatens Incumbents, Benefits Disruptors: Major technological shifts, from the internet to blockchain and AI, create winners and losers. Incumbents often resist disruptive change because it threatens existing revenue models, while nimble startups and tech-first companies can rapidly capture new market opportunities.2. Venture Success Requires Navigating High Failure Rates: In early-stage investing, most portfolio companies will fail, often within the first 3–4 years. Returns are driven by a small number of outsized successes, usually via acquisitions rather than IPOs, requiring patience, resilience, and a disciplined investment strategy.3. Inefficient Markets Offer the Greatest Asymmetric Upside: Early-stage venture and emerging technologies like blockchain and AI are inefficient markets where superior access, insight, and execution can generate returns far above those available in traditional, efficient markets like public equities or bonds. TOPICSBlockchain Coinvestors, Band of Angels, AngelList, Blockchain Capital, Pantera, Sequoia, Andreessen, BlackRock, Fidelity, Blockchain, DeFi, Decentralized Finance, Investment, Venture Capital, Angel Investment, Fund of Funds ABOUT THE FINTECH BLUEPRINT

In this exclusive Paisa Vaisa episode, host Anupam Gupta sits down with Saga Kochhar, co-founder of Rebel Foods, the company that revolutionized the food industry with the cloud kitchen model. Sagar shares the strategic decisions and "lightbulb moments" that turned Rebel Foods from a single QSR chain into the world's largest internet restaurant platform, with a portfolio of over 30 successful brands like Faasos, Behrouz Biryani, and Ovenstory. This episode is a masterclass in business innovation, covering: Cloud Kitchen Unit Economics: How the multi-brand playbook optimizes costs. Data-Driven Brand Building: Using consumer insights to launch new brands. The Power of Scalability: Ensuring food consistency with "de-skilled" recipes. Pivoting for Success: The strategic decision to go all-in on cloud kitchens. Entrepreneurship and Strategy: Advice on "intellectual honesty" and product-market fit. Future of Food Tech: The grand mission to disrupt the global food industry. Whether you're a startup founder, investor, or simply curious about the business of food, this episode provides a rare look inside a company that is fundamentally changing how we eat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Venture Capital Podcast, host Peter Harris sits down with Rex Salisbury, solo GP of Cambrian and former fintech partner at Andreessen Horowitz, for an in-depth conversation about the ongoing transformation of financial services. Rex shares his unique journey from investment banking to leading one of fintech's most dynamic pre-seed and seed funds, explaining how decades of inefficiency in banking have finally given way to a wave of disruptive innovation.The discussion explores recent shifts in the fintech landscape, highlighting how new fintech companies, once dismissed as serving only niche or low-value customers, are now directly competing with and winning market share from the largest legacy banks. Rex points to the rise of digital-first platforms like Robinhood and Wealthfront, which started by serving overlooked users but have evolved into sophisticated competitors for the millennial and Gen Z wealth transfer.Peter and Rex examine why B2B fintech is an especially powerful force, with vertical software companies like Toast integrating lending, payroll, and banking into a single platform that businesses can't imagine leaving for traditional banks. Rex also tackles the myth of banks' cost-of-capital advantage, arguing that technology and changing consumer expectations are steadily eroding long-held bank moats.Beyond consumer trends, the episode ventures into the investment landscape, with Rex sharing lessons from recent Cambrian investments, such as companies revolutionizing transfer agents and simplifying business shutdowns. The conversation also addresses the role of crypto and stablecoins in reshaping payment and banking infrastructure, where Rex differentiates between international and U.S. use cases but remains optimistic about crypto's role as a catalyst for industry change.Rex closes with actionable advice for aspiring founders and operators: seek out dense talent networks, work in growth-stage companies, and always surround yourself with people who teach you. The episode captures the underlying message that, as technology, business models, and capital flows shift, fintech is only just beginning to threaten incumbents and capture its share of the financial future.Follow the PodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/venturecapitalfm/Twitter: https://twitter.com/vcpodcastfmLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venturecapitalfm/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7BQimY8NJ6cr617lqtRr7N?si=ftylo2qHQiCgmT9dfloD_g&nd=1&dlsi=7b868f1b72094351Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/venture-capital/id1575351789Website: https://www.venturecapital.fm/Follow Jon BradshawLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrbradshaw/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrjonbradshaw/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mrjonbradshawFollow Peter HarrisLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterharris1Twitter: https://twitter.com/thevcstudentInstagram: https://instagram.com/shodanpeteYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@peterharris2812

ضيفنا في الحلقة دي هو د. وليد صدقي، اللي بدأ حياته بدراسة الطب، لكن قرر يغير مساره تمامًا ويدخل عالم الـ FinTech، ويؤسس واحدة من أهم شركات المدفوعات الرقمية في مصر اللي وصلت انها تنافس دوليًا! في الحلقة دي هنتكلم عن: - الانتقال من الطب لـ التكنولوجيا المالية.. إزاي؟ وإيه اللي خلاه ياخد القرار؟ - تحديات التوسع الدولي وإزاي خططوا يخشوا 18 دولة منهم 10 قدروا يبنوا ليهم أنظمتهم من الصفر! - أمان البطاقات الائتمانية.. إيه حقوقك لو اتهكرت بطاقتك؟ وهل الفلوس هترجع؟ - مشكلة الديون والاستهلاك الزائد.. إزاي التقسيط السهل بيخليك تقع في فخ الديون؟ - الاستثمار والتمويل.. ليه "فلوس العميل" أهم من أي مستثمر؟ وإزاي بدأوا يحققوا أرباح في ٦ شهور بس؟ - الدهب vs العقار.. إيه الأفضل للاستثمار؟ وهل فعلاً في ناس كسبت 3 أضعاف استثمارها في 6 شهور؟ Paysky Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/payskyinc/?hl=en Paysky Linkedin account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/paysky/

Inspired by Urbit's minimal assembly language, Nockchain fuses Urbit's vision of sovereign computing with a novel proof-of-useful-work consensus mechanism, creating a blockchain where every computation fuels progress and scaling. The crypto-economics behind Nockchain's zkVM incentivise competition between zero knowledge provers, ultimately bootstrapping ZKPs as a new computational commodity.Topics covered in this episode:Logan's backgroundUrbit's valuesNock, Urbit's minimal assembly language Use cases for zk proofsNockchain's zkVM efficiencyUseful proof-of-workLaunching NockchainFuture roadmap for NockchainBuilding apps on NockchainStore of value vs. revenue generationThe impact of quantum computingEpisode links:Logan Allen on XZorp on XNockchain on XUrbit on XSponsors:Gnosis: Gnosis builds decentralized infrastructure for the Ethereum ecosystem, since 2015. This year marks the launch of Gnosis Pay— the world's first Decentralized Payment Network. Get started today at - gnosis.ioChorus One: one of the largest node operators worldwide, trusted by 175,000+ accounts across more than 60 networks, Chorus One combines institutional-grade security with the highest yields at - chorus.oneThis episode is hosted by Brian Fabian Crain.

In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, we sit down with Aubrey Amatelli, the powerhouse founder and CEO of PayRio, the first payments platform dedicated to the cannabis and alternative medicine space. Aubrey unpacks how she scaled her company to profitability in under a year—all while being a single mom of three. We explore her unique practices of mindfulness, meditation, and gratitude that ground her in one of the most volatile industries. She opens up about burnout, using ketamine-assisted therapy, and the mindset shifts that help her lead with both resilience and clarity. If you're a founder, working parent, or entrepreneur chasing sustainability in your hustle—this is your blueprint. About the Guest:Aubrey Amatelli is the Founder and CEO of PayRio, a pioneering cannabis fintech company. After a successful decade at JP Morgan, Aubrey broke through industry norms to build a profitable, mission-driven company—all while raising three kids. She's a vocal advocate for mindfulness, mental health, and alternative medicine in leadership. Key Takeaways : Mindfulness is a non-negotiable: Aubrey begins each day with meditation and a gratitude podcast during her commute, helping her stay centered despite her demanding schedule. Burnout doesn't build legacy: Aubrey shares how skipping her morning practices causes anxiety, highlighting how crucial presence is for mental stability and leadership. Profit and purpose can coexist: As a single mom and founder, she grew PayRio into a profitable business in under a year by leading with both grit and groundedness. Psychedelic-assisted therapy: Aubrey openly discusses how ketamine therapy and regular mental health check-ins have helped her maintain mental strength during high-growth phases. Resilience = preparation + perspective: Her athlete background shaped her hard work ethic, while her mindset shift toward staying in the “eternal now” helps her manage uncertainty. Connect with the Guest: Website: www.payrio.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/payrio_hq/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/payrio/ Book a meeting directly via her site Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?DM on PodMatch – Send me a message:DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik CHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST: All 19 Podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe to Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Our Community: https://nas.io/healthymind OUR SERVICES Business Podcast Management: https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/corporatepodcasting/ Individual Podcast Management: https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/Podcasting/ Share Your Story with the World: https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/shareyourstory STAY TUNED AND FOLLOW US!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.podThreads: https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.podMedium: https://medium.com/@contentbyavikFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymindLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcasterPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/Avikpodhealth/ SHARE YOUR REVIEW Google Review: https://www.podpage.com/bizblend/reviews/new/ Video Testimonial: https://famewall.healthymindbyavik.com/ #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #mindfulleadership #femaleentrepreneur #cannabisfintech #mentalhealthmatters #resilientleaders #founderstory #mindfulnessmatters #selfcare #startuplife #womenfounders #wellnesspodcast #ketaminetherapy #mompreneur #scalingstartups #burnoutprevention #leadershippodcast #foryou #trending #successwithsoul

In this episode, I sit down with Tomás Campos, CEO and Co-Founder of Spinwheel, a fintech infrastructure company that's revolutionizing how lenders and financial platforms access consumer credit data. With over 20 years in fintech, Tomás explains how Spinwheel can authenticate users and connect to all their liability accounts—credit cards, loans, mortgages, and more—using just a phone number and date of birth, achieving 95-99% coverage across different debt types.The conversation explores how this technology is solving critical pain points in debt consolidation lending and how their AI-powered infrastructure orchestrates multiple data sources behind the scenes. Tomás also discusses their Optimize product, which saves users an average of $150 per month by creating personalized debt management plans, and shares his vision for using technology to transform consumer debt from an anchor into a lever for achieving financial goals.In this podcast you will learn:What Tomás saw that led to the founding of Spinwheel.Why there is so much friction in connecting liability accounts.The different use cases for Spinwheel.What is so special about the phone number and date of birth data fields.Why passwords are a very bad way to verify a user.The coverage of the entire U.S. population that Spinwheel has achieved.The data sources that they are still working on connecting with.The type of data they are extracting from these data sources.Where Spinwheel fits into the flow of a loan application process.How they using AI agents and AI in general.How Spinwheel Optimize is saving end users $150 per month.The long-term vision for Spinwheel.Connect with Fintech One-on-One: Tweet me @PeterRenton Connect with me on LinkedIn Find previous Fintech One-on-One episodes

Welcome to a new episode of the EUVC Podcast, where we bring you the people and perspectives shaping European venture.Today, we're joined by Ties Boukema, Head of Data, Tech & AI at Dawn Capital, one of Europe's leading B2B SaaS and Fintech investors. With a background spanning law, statistics, Google Health, and five brain surgeries, Ties brings a rare mix of grit, optimism, and technical firepower to Venture and he's putting it to use by building Rolodex, an internal AI-powered operating system for Dawn.This is not an AI trends episode. This is an inside look at what it takes to build and deploy technology within a venture firm—and why the industry has been lagging behind.

“ This isn't just about doing something cool because space is the next frontier. This is a key domain for economics, for national security, sovereignty, job creation, and everything.” A company trying to achieve Canada's first commercial rocket launch. Three startups solving for the future of humanity. One founder sending messages to his future self. This special episode contains select highlights from BetaKit Town Hall: Most Ambitious, featuring speakers from NordSpace, Deep Sky, Xatoms, MycoFutures, and Verto Health. The BetaKit Podcast is presented by Invest Northern Ireland—the gateway to international growth. International Tech companies are discovering countless advantages in Northern Ireland. That's why it's the #2 international investment location for US Cybersecurity firms, as well as Europe's leading location for new Software development projects. Global Tech giants like Microsoft, Qualcomm, Nvidia, and Synopsys have already spotted the benefits we offer–such as our skilled workforce, supportive business environment, competitive costs, and expertise in sectors like Cybersecurity and Fintech. Let Northern Ireland help your business grow. Visit investni.com/americas to learn more. 

GSD Presents: Top Global Startups with Daniele Grassi Predicting the Future: Building Fintech at the Intersection of AI and Asset Management July 16th, Wednesday

Powerful AI tools are rapidly transforming financial services, but beneath the promise of efficiency lurks significant risk. For firms eager to harness AI's power while avoiding costly missteps, strategic planning and sound governance are non-negotiable. In Part 3 of our special Oyster Stew podcast series with Morgan Lewis, our panel of experts uncovers the practical realities facing firms implementing artificial intelligence solutions today:·       Are your policies and strategies setting you up for success, or a compliance nightmare?·       What are the legal repercussions when AI systems fail, like placing erroneous orders?·       How can strong governance, data quality, and human expertise drive successful AI adoption?Oyster Consulting has the expertise, experience and licensed professionals you need, all under one roof. Follow us on LinkedIn to take advantage of our industry insights or subscribe to our monthly newsletter. Does your firm need help now? Contact us today!

In this episode we’ll preview Fintech South, a world-class event scheduled to run from August 19-20 at the Woodruff Arts Center and Atlanta Symphony Hall. Hosted by the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), Fintech South has emerged as one the largest and most impactful financial technology conferences in the Southeast U.S. and nationally. The organizers are […] The post Exploring FinTech South: A Deep Dive into Atlanta's Thriving Financial Technology Ecosystem appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Hila Lauterbach, Founder of 10x GTM, and Klue Advisor. 10x GTM is a company partnering with high-growth B2B SaaS companies to accelerate revenue through strategic GTM and product marketing excellence. In this episode, KJ Hila discuss the rise of data-driven and AI-powered investment models—and why they’re not enough on their own. They also explore the most common go-to-market mistakes: lack of alignment, unclear audience, and missing foundational strategy. Key Takeaways: [5:47] Hila’s Origin Story & Overcoming Rejection [13:45] The Broken Investment Model [16:39] Building a Repeatable Go-to-Market Engine [26:50] The Future of SaaS & AI’s Impact Quote of the Show (27:00): “Every time the door was closed, I built a new door. You have to keep iterating, keep believing, and keep working hard towards your goals.” – Hila Lauterbach Join our Anti-PR newsletter where we’re keeping a watchful and clever eye on PR trends, PR fails, and interesting news in tech so you don't have to. You're welcome. Want PR that actually matters? Get 30 minutes of expert advice in a fast-paced, zero-nonsense session from Karla Jo Helms, a veteran Crisis PR and Anti-PR Strategist who knows how to tell your story in the best possible light and get the exposure you need to disrupt your industry. Click here to book your call: https://info.jotopr.com/free-anti-pr-eval Ways to connect with Hila Lauterbach: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilalauterbachmarketing Company Websites: 10XGTM.com and https://klue.com/ How to get more Disruption/Interruption: Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eccda84d-4d5b-4c52-ba54-7fd8af3cbe87/disruption-interruption Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disruption-interruption/id1581985755 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6yGSwcSp8J354awJkCmJlDSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the Scouting For Growth podcast, Sabine VdL talks to Sterling Parker, Senior Vice President of Global Solutions and Services at Ivanti. Sterling is a recognised leader in workplace technology and digital transformation, with deep expertise in helping organizations of all sizes – from global enterprises to fast-growing startups – navigate the evolving world of work. On this episode we dive into the finding of Ivanti's latest report which gives insights into how leaders can build workplaces that are not only more efficient, but also more human, flexible, and future-ready. KEY TAKEAWAYS Ivanti's latest “Technology at Work” report reveals a striking insight: while 73% of office workers and 83% of IT professionals consider flexible working “high value” or “essential,” only 23% of employees say their current job is highly flexible - highlighting a major flexibility gap that organisations must address to attract and retain top talent. The study also explores the widening flexibility gap, the rise of shadow AI, and the critical balance between optimising technology and empowering people. Leaders need to hear the feedback from their teams. In terms of what's preventing them – whether it's perception or reality – from having flexibility in their day-to-day job. If you're trying to address something without first hearing what your team demands, in terms of flexibility, then you will have a hard time marrying the demand to the business objectives. That's a delicate balance. If you're not defining what success looks like for an individual, how are you going to be able to measure, as you pivot to more flexible work, whether or not that is really leading to the outcomes you need as a business to continue to invest in that flexibility. To redefine flexibility it comes down to what are the mutual benefits involved in the definition of ‘flexibility' to individuals. From what I've seen it happens from a team level, especially when you're working to different objectives. BEST MOMENTS ‘Lack of investment from businesses is leading to this 23% feeling like they don't have any flexibility.' ‘There's real cost in time spent with family, there's real cost in the commute and people weigh those options.' ‘Since covid individuals are more willing to leave businesses for flexibility. Refusing to adapt will increase the likelihood of losing skilled employees which will cost the business. ' ‘When top talent leaves, or isn't being attracted, then you're going to have an innovation stagnation.' ABOUT THE GUESTS Sterling Parker is the Senior Vice President of Global Solutions and Services at Ivanti, where he leads the company's worldwide support, services, and solutions strategy. With a deep background in IT operations and customer experience, Sterling is responsible for ensuring that Ivanti's clients—ranging from large enterprises to small businesses—can securely and efficiently manage their digital workplaces in an era defined by rapid technological change and evolving workforce expectations. Discover more about Ivanti's most recent report here. ABOUT THE HOST Sabine is a corporate strategist turned entrepreneur. She is the CEO and Managing Partner of Alchemy Crew a venture lab that accelerates the curation, validation, & commercialization of new tech business models. Sabine is renowned within the insurance sector for building some of the most renowned tech startup accelerators around the world working with over 30 corporate insurers, accelerated over 100 startup ventures. Sabine is the co-editor of the bestseller The INSURTECH Book, a top 50 Women in Tech, a FinTech and InsurTech Influencer, an investor & multi-award winner. Twitter LinkedIn Instagram Facebook  TikTok Email Website This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner Hester Peirce discusses the evolving U.S. digital asset policy landscape, including new legislation, crypto's potential and risks, and environments that enable market innovation.

Immad Akhund is the CEO and co-founder of Mercury, a digital banking platform that's become the go-to financial infrastructure for startups. Before Mercury, Immad spent nearly two decades founding companies, learning the hard way what separates a good idea from a great business. In this episode, Immad shares the hard-earned lessons from launching Mercury as his third startup. He unpacks how he recognized this was the right idea to pursue, what strong product-market fit feels like, and why trying to "iterate" your way to success often leads founders astray. In this episode, we discuss: • Mercury's unusual culture playbook – and why it works • How to hire with intention • The trap of weak product-market fit • Shipping under intense pressure during the SVB crisis • And much more… References: • Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/ • Andreessen Horowitz: https://a16z.com/ • Apple: https://www.apple.com/ • Block: https://block.xyz/ • Brex: https://www.brex.com/ • Chime: https://www.chime.com/ • Gusto: https://gusto.com/ • Mercury: https://mercury.com/ • Paul Graham: https://x.com/paulg • Plaid: https://plaid.com/ • Stripe: https://stripe.com/ • SVB (Silicon Valley Bank): https://www.svb.com/ • True Link Financial: https://www.truelinkfinancial.com/ • Varo: https://www.varomoney.com/ • Y Combinator: https://www.ycombinator.com/ Where to find Immad: • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iakhund/ Where to find Brett: • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-berson-9986094/ • Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/brettberson Where to find First Round Capital: • Website: https://firstround.com/ • First Round Review: https://review.firstround.com/ • Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/firstround • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstRoundCapital • This podcast on all platforms: https://review.firstround.com/podcast Timestamps: (1:07) Hard-won lessons from serial entrepreneurship (2:02) You shouldn't copy-paste advice (6:57) Why personality trumps culture playbooks (8:48) How do you hire for cultural fit? (12:38) The values that shaped Mercury's DNA (14:08) The drivers underpinning Mercury's success (15:50) The significance of product-market fit (20:41) Don't fall into the weak product-market fit trap (25:49) How to evaluate startup ideas that scale (30:14) Mercury's unlikely origin story (33:51) Breaking into the fintech space (37:31) Mindset shift: From “This is hard” to long-term gains (39:43) Building Mercury's MVP (44:25) Overcoming early obstacles to reach launch (47:36) Navigating Mercury's rapid growth phase (51:18) Competition isn't the reason you're failing (55:58) Crisis management during the SVB collapse

Nathan Herz is the Co‑Founder and COO of Paraspot AI, a New York‑based AI company backed by RE Angels, ffVC, 97212 Ventures, SaaS Ventures & Aroundtown that applies advanced computer vision to automate property inspections for Single-family, Multifamily, Hospitality, and Logistics operators. Paraspot's platform reduces inspection costs and time, empowering operators to manage assets efficiently remotely. Since co-founding the company in 2020, Nathan has been instrumental in scaling operations, leading sales strategy, and building key client relationships.(01:28) - Nathan's Real Estate Journey & Birth of Paraspot(06:15) - Challenges & Innovations in Property Inspections(10:17) - AI-Powered Inspections(18:07) - Latest Property Management Regulation in CA & NY(21:05) - Feature: CREtech - Join CREtech New York 2025 on Oct 21-22 for the largest Real Estate Meetings program. Qualified Real Estate pros get free full event pass plus up to $800 in travel and hotel costs.(22:38) - Founder Timing & Persistence(25:58) - New Audio Feature for Inspections(28:32) - Single Family vs. Multifamily Market Fit(37:31) - New Partnership Announcement with DepositCloud(39:52) - Collaboration Superpower: Nathan's grandpa & Ryan Serhant

The infrastructure for crypto-native finance is maturing beyond proof-of-concepts into real financial products. Tokenized securities are moving from experimental pilots to regulated offerings, stablecoin infrastructure is becoming the backbone for 24/7 payment systems, and traditional fintech companies are quietly integrating crypto rails to improve settlement and unlock new capabilities. I'm joined by Juan Lopez, General Partner at VanEck Ventures, where he focuses on investments at the intersection of traditional finance and blockchain technology. Before joining VanEck, Juan was at Circle Ventures, giving him a front-row seat to how institutional-grade crypto infrastructure has developed. His portfolio includes companies building the regulated infrastructure enabling this shift from experimental to operational. Juan's perspective on where real value is being created—from tokenized equity platforms achieving regulatory approval to stablecoin routing systems—offers insight into how crypto infrastructure is becoming essential plumbing for modern financial services. We'll discuss what's driving adoption, where the next wave of exits will come from, and how fintech companies are integrating blockchain technology to improve their core business models.

Isabelle Guis understands the need for marketing to speak technology's language. With an engineering background, Guis sees her strength as Temenos' Chief Marketing Officer in bridging the communication gap between technology innovation and the value it brings to customers. In a conversation at the Temenos Regional Forum Americas 2025 held May 28-30 in Miami, Guis explained that Temenos values customer centricity above all else. “There is this reliability, this expertise that's needed to make sure you deliver,” she said. “And you innovate without compromising what you already have.” Guis also discussed how banks are investing in technology to stay competitive amid economic uncertainty, and why legacy systems can hinder that progress. She outlined paths that banks can take to modernize their core infrastructure, offering alternatives like the choice between cloud or on-premise solutions — or even module-specific upgrades. Guis also shared how Temenos' new motto “Leading Banking Forward” captures the company's vision for collective progress in the banking industry. Today's podcast episode explores Temenos' customer-centered perspective, the need for digital transformation in banking through modern infrastructure, and the company's strategic vision of how it can emulate industry-wide progress and leadership.

In this episode of Finding Fearless, I sat down with Francesca Phillips, founder of The Good Space. We dove into her journey from the music industry to becoming an advocate for purposeful living and creativity. Francesca shared her powerful experiences with depression and discovering her ADHD, and how these realizations shaped her unique approach to work and life.We discussed the pervasive "hustle mindset" and why it's so difficult to let go of.  A core theme of our conversation was the vital importance of aligning your work with your personal values to create a more balanced and fulfilling life.Key Themes:Francesca's pivot from music industry management to nurturing creatives.Overcoming the societal pressure to constantly "hustle."The transformative power of understanding your own mental health and neurodivergence.How AI can free up time, and the importance of using that time for creativity and connection.Strategies for building a life and career that are truly aligned with your deepest values.00:39 Meet Francesca Phillips02:38 Francesca's Journey to The Good Space04:34 The Power of Morning Routines06:43 Overcoming Depression and Finding Purpose08:47 Challenging the Hustle Culture15:05 Cultural Differences in Work-Life Balance23:52 Redefining Value and Ambition32:43 Discovering Personal Values33:21 Aligning Work with Values34:00 Experimenting with Nervous System Regulation35:06 Challenging Capitalist Conditioning39:31 Embracing Neurodiversity47:13 Creating a Supportive Routine50:52 Unplugging from Social MediaGet ready for the Advisory Amplified Tour!I'm hitting the road this fall, with FinTech and accounting innovators for a high-impact, one-day event in six cities. We're diving into the future of advisory—think AI, automation, pricing, payroll, and people-first leadership. If you're a modern firm owner aiming to grow your impact, streamline services, or connect with peers, you can't miss this! Join us in Seattle, LA, Chicago, Austin, Atlanta, or Boston. Tickets are just $99. Visit to  www.advisoryamplified.com register now!Connect with Francesca's Work:The Good Space Substack NewsletterWebsite: findyourgoodspace.com Personal site: francescaphillips.co Connect with Fearless Foundry:Fearless FoundryMadeline ReevesFinding Fearless is an exploration of human-centric leadership and a celebration of ambition, releasing every other week on Wednesdays, 6AM PST. If you liked the show, please rate, review, and share! You can also visit our website to learn more about how to become a sponsor of Finding Fearless! Finding Fearless is produced by Fearless Foundry, a creative consultancy focused on advancing ambitious humans from around the globe to amplify their impact through branding, marketing, and business development. You can contact us at hello@fearlessfoundry.com if you are interested in our services and can follow us on all social media @fearlessfoundry. Season 4 music is by Premium Beats. All audio is recorded and owned by Fearless Foundry.

This episode is brought to you my The American Lending Conference. The premier private lending conference that brings you high level networking, practical education and support from a growing community. Join us Sept 3-4 in las vegas at the green valley ranch. Go to american lending conference.com. and dont miss this!Today on we're talking with Trey Markel with Centrex — the fintech platform helping alternative lenders streamline operations, win more clients, and scale fast.We'll cover what makes Centrex different, real success stories, and where fintech is heading next. If you want to ditch clunky systems and close more deals, this episode is for you. Lets bring on Trey Markel

In the most recent episode of Better Money Better World, Daniel speaks with Vikas Raj, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of ResilienceVC. ResilienceVC is a seed-stage fintech fund relentlessly focused on building financial resilience for underserved and low-to-moderate-income Americans.ResilienceVC doesn't just aim for financial inclusion. They meticulously track “resilience dollars” created by their portfolio companies: the actual increase in income, wealth, and risk reduction for end-users. This approach ensures investment returns are matched with measurable, life-improving impact.The conversation also gravitates toward AI and its impact on the fintech industry and the necessity that the technological leaps promote transparency, ethical use, and equitable outcomes, thereby avoiding biased models and predatory practices.If you enjoy this conversation and want to learn more about how investing for impact drives returns, visit us at www.impactcapitalmanagers.com.

Bridge Jackson is the Founder and CEO of OUInvest.ai, a bold and inclusive fintech platform designed to help African American women and LGBTQ+ communities build generational wealth through identity-centered investing. Bridges's Bio With a deep passion for equity, Bridge is flipping the script on traditional finance by making the stock market not just accessible—but empowering, engaging, and culture-forward. Her vision combines cutting-edge tech with real-life financial literacy, offering tools, content, and community that speak directly to groups historically left out of wealth-building conversations. Bridge holds an MBA with a Finance concentration from Seattle University, where she sharpened her ability to blend strategy with impact. Her leadership style is unapologetically authentic: forward-thinking, straight-shooting, and fueled by a belief that investing should reflect who you are, not just what you earn. Whether she's creating curriculum, mentoring new investors, or dropping knowledge on YouTube, Bridge shows up with clarity, wit, and a mission to help people secure the bag—and their future.  Go to www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com for the podcast on your favorite platforms CavnessHR: Seattle's Got Tech RSVP  https://lu.ma/v8ihldrg to check out our 16 startups doing demos of what they are building and a key note by Kevin Goldsmith.  On July 30 at the Seattle Chamber of Commerce. We talk about the following and other items Seattle Lifestyle and Culture Inclusivity and Authenticity Hip Hop Discussion Tattoos and Personal Stories Investing and Financial Advice Rising Costs and Economic Solutions Fantasy Investing Leagues Inspired by Football Celebrity Gossip: Cardi B and Stefan Diggs Rainbow Returns: Building Wealth in the LGBTQ Community Challenges and Resilience in LGBTQ Relationships The Wealth Gap and Systemic Inequality Business Model and Subscription Tiers Networking and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome Spiritual Awakening and Personal Growth T he Importance of Rest and Age Factor Engaging and Motivating Employees Future Plans and Expansion The Role of Finance in Community Building AI and the Future of Jobs Ethics and Values in Investing Seattle's Diversity and Opportunities Challenges and Initiatives in Business  Bridge's Social Media LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/bridget.jackson.965  Company Website: https://ouinvest.ai/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/bridget.jackson.965 Company Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ouinvestai Company TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ouinvestai Bridge's Advice   I mean, just never give up on what you got going on. Be steadfast in the approach that life is gonna happen. That's inevitable. I have suffered some losses a couple of weeks ago and you just gotta keep goin and trust that the universe has your best interests at heart.  That's all the advice I can say. People are gonna tell you this and that, but when you lay down at night and close your eyes and know that you're gonna be at Wall Street ringing the bell with your company. Then that's what it is. That's, that's what it'll be.

On this episode of the Scouting For Growth podcast, Sabine VdL talks to Sam White , CEO of Stella Insurance. Sam is not just a leader in the insurance industry; she's a trailblazer, entrepreneur, and advocate for creating a fairer, more inclusive world. In today's conversation, we'll dive into Sam's incredible journey as an entrepreneur, her vision for Stella Insurance, and how she's challenging the status quo in a traditionally male-dominated industry. We'll also explore her thoughts on leadership, innovation, and the future of insurance. KEY TAKEAWAYS We didn't realise, when we set Stella up, just how revolutionary it was because we had an entirely female management team all in our 20s and 30s, very spirited and high energy, going out and doing business in a very male-dominated marketplace. There are gender differences and I think we come at things with a different perspective, women do business differently, approach things differently, and have different needs and risks that they're exposed to. What I love about the concept of insurance is the idea that a group of people come together and put money in the pot so that if one of them is vulnerable they can be supported. That community ideology is very appealing. When you look through the lens of women, you see a set of circumstances where my general experience when it works well with a large group of women that are all aligned on the same goal and support each other is magic. In terms of building good relationships, the principles apply. Firstly, you can't build a good relationship with somebody who hasn't got a good relationship with themselves and isn't prepared to accept, acknowledge or work on that. My first business was launched from my sister's conservatory where I picked up the phone to brokers and asked if they'd let me handle their claims. The benefit of that is that you don't need to get funding and you can do it your own way, you're learning on the job and experiencing direct feedback. The downside is that the foundations you're building on may not be ideal. BEST MOMENTS ‘I was diagnosed with dyslexia as a kid and I think that creates a different type of mindset in terms of problem solving as well as resilience.' ‘I like complicated problems, and insurance is one hell of a complicated problem!' ‘Imposter syndrome is much higher in women than men, they second guess themselves continually. Most women are educated to not back themselves from the age of 7-8 and societally we also questions women far more than men.' ‘The irony is; the process of the ‘do' is the thing that gives you the confidence to keep on doing the doing. But, you have to do the first thing and make it through your first really big challenge.' ABOUT THE GUESTS Sam White is a dynamic and visionary entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in building and scaling successful businesses. As the CEO of Stella Insurance, Sam is a trailblazer in the insurance industry, known for her innovative approach and commitment to creating meaningful change. Under her leadership, Stella Insurance has become a trusted and award-winning brand, recognized for its customer-centric ethos and dedication to empowering women in a traditionally male-dominated sector. ABOUT THE HOST Sabine is a corporate strategist turned entrepreneur. She is the CEO and Managing Partner of Alchemy Crew a venture lab that accelerates the curation, validation, & commercialization of new tech business models. Sabine is renowned within the insurance sector for building some of the most renowned tech startup accelerators around the world working with over 30 corporate insurers, accelerated over 100 startup ventures. Sabine is the co-editor of the bestseller The INSURTECH Book, a top 50 Women in Tech, a FinTech and InsurTech Influencer, an investor & multi-award winner. Twitter LinkedIn Instagram Facebook  TikTok Email Website