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On this episode of the Scouting For Growth podcast, Sabine VdL talks to James Birch, Director of Strategic Technology Solutions at Ki Insurance—the first fully algorithmic syndicate in the history of Lloyd’s of London. In today’s conversation, we’ll explore: James’s journey from VC to algorithmic-underwriting pioneer, what a “director of strategic technology solutions” actually does day-to-day inside a digital syndicate, the partnerships, cloud architecture and data streams that let Ki quote in seconds, the biggest trends shaping Algorithmic Underwriting 2.0—and what they mean for brokers, capacity partners and the wider market, and practical take-aways for anyone who wants to thrive as the next wave of automation rolls through speciality insurance KEY TAKEAWAYS Ki is a growth stage business, not an incumbent, we’re trying to fight our way to win business and ultimately to grow. We have to do something different from everyone else to try to position ourselves differently and find competitive advantage where we can. That’s something I’ve carried over from the VC space. We started out looking at what the digital model of the traditional model, where was the toil in the value chain and the broker’s work plan process and how can we simplifying it and make it more efficient using digital capabilities that we saw in the VC space, in FinTech and other financial service industries. Lloyds of London is a heavily regulated market so we need to abide by any of the regulations that any carrier or underwriter do in that market. Our approach from day 1 was to engage with the regulator early, explain what we’re trying to do, be transparent, open and honest about where the gaps are if we’d not got to a certain level of maturity, don’t overstate the algorithm. We take regulation very seriously, which has helped because Lloyds has been highly supportive of us and our growth and have allowed us to grow as the market has grown. The main cost-save of the algorithmic underwriting for brokers is they don’t have to have loads of brokers running around the Lloyds of London building to find 2% on a slip or something, the broker negotiates with the lead underwriter, come onto the Ki platform for the follow, and then spend their time on new business and client opportunities. BEST MOMENTS ‘Any business should evolve as the market evolves and the marketing dynamics changes, you’ve got to react to those and be thinking 2-5 years ahead.’ ‘We still trip up on ourselves, even now, because we sometimes try to over-complicate things.’ ‘Speak to the customer, hear their problems, understand what’s not working for them, try to make it a simple transaction for them, and then they’ll use your products.’ ‘I’m a big advocate of the partner model because if you get 2, 3, or 4 like-minded companies as partners you can build something great together because you’re all strategically aligned.’ ABOUT THE GUEST James Birch is the Director of Strategic Technology Solutions at Ki Insurance, the market-leading algorithmic syndicate that’s redefining how Lloyd’s of London does business. Blending a venture-capital mindset with hands-on operating rigor, James has spent the past decade helping innovative companies move from bright idea to breakout scale. Passionate about demystifying insurance for the next generation, James is a sought-after speaker on topics such as data-driven risk selection, the future of algorithmic capacity and what it really takes to scale a regulated tech business. Whether mentoring founders or road-testing the latest ML models with his engineers, he’s driven by one simple goal: use technology to make risk transfer faster, fairer and radically more efficient. 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/

Next in Media spoke with Dr. Mark Grether SVP & General Manager, PayPal Ads, on why he thinks the company's 'transaction graph' may be even more powerful than some retailers' data for advertising, and why there's nothing to worry about with a company that has so many people's banking information to use that data for ad targeting. 

The financial services industry is undergoing deep technological change. API-first architectures are creating new possibilities for integration. Digital platforms are democratizing access to investing. Artificial intelligence is personalizing wealth management. Digital-first brokerages are redefining what's possible. Global investing barriers are falling. Traditional firms are navigating complex digital transformations. And infrastructure companies are scaling to meet growing demands. To help us understand these critical trends, we're joined by Harry Temkin, Chief Digital Officer at DriveWealth. DriveWealth is at the forefront of embedded investing technology, powering fractional trading and digital investment experiences for partners across the globe. As CDO, Harry leads the company's technology strategy and digital innovation initiatives, bringing decades of experience in financial technology.

The next banking stack won't just be fast — it has to be human.In this episode of Couchonomics with Arjun, Nick Drewett, Chief Commercial Officer at Engine by Starling, joins the conversation to share what it actually takes to launch and scale a digital bank — not in theory, but in practice.Engine is the tech spinout from Starling Bank - one of the world's first profitable digital banks - and it's now powering next-gen banking infrastructure globally.We cover:- How Salt Bank launched in under 12 months- Why most “modern” stacks still act like legacy- Where AI adds real value in banking- Why cost-to-serve is the new frontline- What it means to localise for the GCCEngine isn't theory — it's the tech behind Starling Bank's success.

In today's 40 Minute Mentor episode, we're joined by Adriana Restrepo, Co-Founder of crypto FinTech, Deblock.  Before building Deblock, Adriana spent 3 years at Revolut, overseeing People Operations and holding the COO role.  While she never expected to step into a Founder role, today, Adriana is building the world's safest account for seamless management and exchange of crypto and cash, ensuring users truly own their money.  In this episode, you'll hear more about the significant lessons she learned during her time at Revolut, the secret sauce that's helping her build and scale Deblock, their impressive funding to date and what the future holds for Deblock and the Web3 space.  Episode Chapters:  ➡️ From Corporate life to fast-paced Revolut [04:30]  ➡️ Fundamental lessons from Revolut [11:30]  ➡️ Taking the leap into entrepreneurship [14:00]  ➡️ Building Deblock [17:00]  ➡️ More about today's sponsor [20:00]  ➡️ Co-Founder dynamics & building a team [22:00]  ➡️ Celebrating wins [23:30]  ➡️ Fundraising & growing a diverse team [26:20]  ➡️ The impact of a great COO [35:00]  ➡️ The future of Deblock & Crypto [40:30] 

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Victoria's Secret faces activist heat as major shareholder BBRC calls for a complete board overhaul, citing poor performance, cyber missteps, and an outdated leadership structure.UNFI reels from a cyberattack, leaving its grocery network hobbled and triggering the end of its deal with Key Food — plus a distribution center closure.Walmart makes a bold fintech move, launching two new credit cards through its startup OnePay and parting ways with Capital One in favor of a Synchrony partnership.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!

127 founders (net worth: ~$1M–$100M+) opened up their personal books. Want to see how your finances stack up? https://www.joinhampton.com/wealth-reportIs flying private a waste of money, or the ultimate time hack for the ultra-wealthy? In this episode, we break down what it really costs, who it makes sense for, and why even billionaires think twice.Here's what we talk about:Private aviation expert Preston Holland explains the true cost of flying private, from charter to full ownership.When does it make financial sense? Around $2M in income and $20M net worth.Why fractional ownership is trending, even for people who can afford full planes.Guests like Andrew Wilkinson, Josh Payne, and Nick Huber share how and why they fly.The real costs: pilots, insurance, hangars, maintenance, and depreciation.Who flies private most: rural founders, franchise owners, post-monetary entrepreneurs.Flying yourself? FinTech founders and control freaks, take note.A PSA: Jets don't make money, don't fall for “fly for free” scams.Jackie reflects on patience vs. buying back time.Cool Links:Hampton https://www.joinhampton.com/Lower Street https://www.lowerstreet.co/Preston's Twitter https://x.com/prestonholland6Preston's Newsletter: https://prestonholland.com/bioChapters:(00:00) Introduction and Andrew Wilkinson's Private Flying Experience(00:48) Exploring the Costs and Benefits of Flying Private(01:51) Types of Private Jet Ownership(03:12) Chartering vs. Owning: Financial Considerations(05:06) Fractional Ownership and Co-Ownership(07:52) Full Ownership: Pros, Cons, and Costs(12:28) The Realities of Owning a Private Jet(15:16) Entrepreneurs and Private Flying(32:20) The Environmental and Financial Costs of Private Jets(34:41) Conclusion and Final ThoughtsThis podcast is a ridiculous concept: high-net-worth people reveal their personal finances. Inspired by real conversations happening in the Hampton community.This podcast is a ridiculous concept: high-net-worth people reveal their personal finances. Inspired by real conversations happening in the Hampton community.You Host - Jackie LamportNot really the host, but the producer.Wrote this sentence.

Luis Poggi is the CEO and Co-Founder of HouseWhisper, a startup at the intersection of real estate and generative AI, building tools that transform how homes are marketed and sold. A seasoned tech executive with deep experience in product, marketing, and sales, Luis previously held leadership roles at Zillow and Expedia, where he helped scale industry-defining platforms in PropTech and travel.Now focused on shaping the AI revolution in real estate, Luis blends entrepreneurial vision with hands-on execution. He also shares insights on AI and business strategy through his newsletter at substack.com/luispoggi.(01:50) - Luis' Zillow journey & lessons(02:53) - The Birth of House Whisper(04:30) - The power of zero onboarding & personalization(05:11) - AI Agents & the Future of Real Estate(09:19) - Challenges & opportunities in AI for Real Estate Agents like Serhant(14:09) - Distribution strategy(16:29) - Will AI replace Real Estate agents like travel agents?(17:48) - 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. See if you qualify and apply by emailing tangentcommunity@gmail.com.(19:14) - Avoiding the freemium pricing trap(22:48) - Usage & retention: 8K+ paying agents(29:22) - Collaboration Superpower: Andrej Karpathy (OpenAI Co-founder, Wiki)

The future of payments is shifting dramatically as consumers demand more options and businesses seek better ways to assess risk. John Gordon, CEO of ValidiFI, takes us deep into how bank account behavior data is becoming the missing puzzle piece in understanding consumer reliability beyond traditional credit scores.Gordon explains how ValidiFI sits at the critical intersection of compliance and fraud prevention, helping businesses meet NACHA's WEB debit rule requirements while gaining valuable insights into consumer payment patterns. By analyzing factors like bank account changes, previous negative balances, and account relationship patterns, ValidiFI provides powerful signals that predict payment outcomes and identify potential fraud before it happens.What truly sets this conversation apart is Gordon's perspective on consumer financial empowerment. He notes how payment preferences are evolving rapidly, with account-to-account transfers growing yearly and programs like Target's RedCard demonstrating the power of bank-account-linked payment methods. The conversation explores how real-time payment networks and non-credentialed bank verification are creating new opportunities for businesses to offer seamless, secure payment experiences that consumers actually want to use. Ready to rethink how you validate customer payment information? Listen now and discover strategies that go beyond basic compliance to deliver real business value while meeting evolving consumer expectations.

Au programme :WWDC: Les grands enseignements, Liquid Glass et iOS 26WWDC: l'iPad devient un « Mac Lite » (et les autres OS)Les actions planifiées, la prochaine étape de l'IA?Le reste de l'actualitéInfos :Animé par Patrick Beja (Bluesky, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok)Co-animé par Christophe Camicas (Bluesky).Co-animé par Olivier Frigara (Bluesky).Produit par Patrick Beja (LinkedIn) et Fanny Cohen Moreau (LinkedIn).Musique par Daniel BejaLe Rendez-vous Tech épisode 622 – WWDC 2025: L'iPad devient « Mac Lite » et Liquid Glass est partout – iOS 26, MacOS 26, iPadOS 26, VisionOS 26, WatchOS 26---Liens :

En este episodio grabado en vivo desde el LATAM Fintech Market 2024, conversamos con José Luis Trigueros, director de Galileo, sobre los retos que enfrentan hoy las fintech, el rol de la regulación en Colombia y por qué la customización y la expansión ágil son claves en este momento. Además, comparte casos inspiradores y personales que vale la pena escuchar. 

Daniel Kang is the co-founder of Flobo, a fintech company focused on democratizing financial access for creators and entrepreneurs. With a compelling personal journey from a low-income immigrant family to a leader in the venture capital and fintech spaces, Daniel’s mission is rooted in making opportunities fairly accessible to all. He's also the author of The Super Upside Factor, which explores how individuals can apply venture capital’s asymmetric investing principles to accelerate personal and professional growth. Daniel is known for his innovative thinking, resilience, and commitment to leveraging technology and finance to create positive societal impact. Takeaways: Asymmetric Betting for Everyday Life: Daniel breaks down how venture capital's methods—betting big on outlier wins while managing risk—can be adapted by individuals to create outsized professional and personal results. Start Small, Stay Consistent: Success comes from executing simple principles with unwavering consistency, rather than seeking shortcuts. Daniel’s own story—winning scholarships, writing a book, and building a fintech—emphasizes starting where you are and building up momentum daily. Impact Over Mediocrity: Daniel’s drive stems from a fear of mediocrity and a strong desire to scale positive impact using technology, smart positioning, and persistent effort, rather than just working harder. Sound Bites: "Budget for a 90% failure rate—success is about surviving long enough for luck to catch up." "Every bet should be positioned for outsized, 100x outcomes—even if you only win 10% of the time, your wins will outpace the losses." "Don’t fall into ‘intellectual obesity’—the real difference is made by executing a few simple principles, not by endlessly searching for shortcuts." Quote by Mick: "Sometimes you just got to get started with what you’re doing and understand that it’s a journey. The truth of the matter is, in almost everything we do in life, it takes time." Connect & Discover Daniel: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/itsdankang/ X: https://x.com/itsdankang?lang=en Website: https://itsdankang.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsdankang Book: The Super Upside Factor FOLLOW MICK ON:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mickunplugged/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mickunplugged/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mickunplugged LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickhunt/Website: https://www.mickhuntofficial.com Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mick-unplugged/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As digital transformation accelerates, insurers find themselves under siege — not just from hackers, but from shifting climate and property risk realities. In this episode inspired by the artcile titled — Insurance industry cybersecurity: Safeguarding insurance and fintech, we examine the latest cybersecurity threats facing the insurance and fintech sectors, from ransomware to third-party vulnerabilities, and explore how firms are defending themselves with AI, cloud platforms, and strategic policies. We also delve into the evolving property risk landscape, where increasingly frequent secondary perils — like hail, wildfire, and inland flooding — are forcing a rethinking of traditional underwriting models. Backed by research and market data, this deep dive offers a timely look at how insurers are investing, adapting, and collaborating to stay resilient in the face of compounded risk.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why the insurance industry is a prime cyberattack targetThe role of third-party vendors in 59% of data breachesHow ransomware has become the dominant threatWhat cybersecurity investments and strategies are gaining tractionHow catastrophic events are hitting new regions in unpredictable waysWhy “secondary perils” are becoming major cost driversHow excess & surplus (E&S) markets are reshaping risk coverageThe importance of valuation tools, roof scores, and broker-carrier collaborationKey Takeaways:Insurance firms face an average of 1,000 cyberattacks per week — with ransomware and third-party breaches leading the chargeAI, biometrics, and cloud-native security are becoming standard in multi-layered defense systemsA quarter of firms studied had unsatisfactory cybersecurity postures despite industry awarenessProperty risk is shifting due to more frequent and severe secondary perils in unexpected locationsStrategic underwriting, data accuracy, and consistent carrier relationships are now core to managing volatilitySubscribe to our podcast for expert insights on fintech, cybersecurity, and digital risk management. Visit The Future of Commerce for the latest research on how industries are adapting to evolving digital and environmental risks. Share this episode with insurance professionals, fintech leaders, and anyone navigating today's risk landscape.

262.Bölümde RE&UP Recycling Technologies Strateji Müdürü Elif Nisa Kaya konuğum oldu. (00:00) – Açılış (01:42) – Elif Nisa Kaya'yı tanıyoruz. (03:10) - Türkiye'den Küresel Yatırımcıya: Fintech, Gaming, SaaS ve diğer Türk teknoloji Start-up'larının yatırım fonları ile etkileşimi Venture capital (VC) yatırımcıları Türkiye'de hangi sektörlere yatırım yapıyor? (05:46) – Yapay zeka alanında ilerleme kaydettik mi? (09:00) - Türk teknoloji şirketleri hangi aşamada hangi tip yatırımcı ile değer yaratabilir? (12:04) - SaaS start-up'ları farklı ülke pazarlarına açılırken nelere dikkat etmeli? https://hbrturkiye.com/blog/saas-sirketleri-icin-cografi-genisleme-stratejisi-dort-asamali-yaklasim (16:20) - Yatırımcıların en çok sorduğu sorular ve girişimcilerin sık yaptığı hatalar neler? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shark_Tank (21:45) - Yatırımcı ile anlaşma sürecinde dikkat edilmesi gereken gizli riskler (25:40) – Son sözler (26:24) – Döngüsel teknoloji ve ekonomi (29:00) – Kitap önerisi Atomik Alışkanlıklar - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53711349-atomik-al-kanl-klar?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=Sa3t7khcvp&rank=1 (29:50) - Kapanış Elif Nisa Kaya - https://www.linkedin.com/in/elifnisakaya/ Sosyal Medya takibi yaptın mı?   Twitter -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://twitter.com/dunyatrendleri⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/dunya.trendleri/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Linkedin -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/company/dunyatrendleri/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/c/aykutbalcitv⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Goodreads - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/28342227-aykut-balc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   aykut@dunyatrendleri.com Bize bağış yapıp destek olmak için Patreon hesabımız – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/dunyatrendleri⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it take to scale a successful venture capital firm while staying aligned with founders? In this episode of Oxford+, host Susannah de Jager speaks with David Mott, Founder Partner at Oxford Capital, about his 25-year journey backing over 100 UK tech startups. David shares insights on what makes early-stage companies succeed, why founder-led teams outperform, and how Oxford Capital bridges the gap between private wealth and innovation. From pioneering EIS funds to influencing UK venture policy, David outlines the key elements that drive value creation in startups—including team structure, sector focus, and investment timing. He also explains how the UK can move towards a more integrated "supercluster" approach and why simplicity and alignment are essential in venture capital deals. Whether you're a founder, investor, or ecosystem builder, this conversation offers a masterclass in startup funding and strategy.(00:00) - Aligning Founders and Investors with David Mott, Founder Partner of Oxford Capital (00:40) - Founding of Oxford Capital (02:33) - Understanding Venture Capital (03:38) - Challenges in Growth and Scale-Up Capital (05:18) - Family Offices and Investment Opportunities (08:21) - Sector Focus and Investment Strategy (10:15) - Success Stories and Learnings (16:51) - Supporting Founders and Building Teams (23:05) - Investment Philosophy and Alignment (28:30) - Oxford Capital's Broader Investment Universe (33:03) - The Future of Venture Capital and Liquidity Solutions Action Points:Back Founders, Not Just Technology: David emphasises the importance of founder-led teams, showing that startups with original founders in leadership roles significantly outperform. Look for founders with deep conviction and ownership over the business idea to increase the chances of success.Keep Capital Structures Simple: Complex term sheets may impress on paper but often break down during tough times. Prioritise plain-vanilla deal terms that maintain alignment between founders and investors, which leads to better long-term outcomes.Invest in Sectors with Shorter Timelines: Oxford Capital favours sectors like SaaS, AI, and FinTech where companies can scale quickly. Focus on businesses that don't require years of development before reaching the market.Facilitate Strategic Co-Investments: Effective syndicates with complementary investors bring more than just money. Build a network of co-investors who can contribute sector expertise, global reach, or future funding capacity.Use Early Data and Engagement Signals: In the absence of financial metrics, look at user engagement and team dynamics. Early product testing and strong team rapport can indicate future traction and success.David Mott: Founder Partner at Oxford Capital, David has spent 25 years investing in UK startups across sectors including AI, SaaS, FinTech, and digital health. A seasoned voice in venture capital policy, he has advised both UK and EU bodies and champions the role of private wealth in fuelling innovation.Connect with David on LinkedInSusannah de Jager: Susannah is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital.Connect with Susannah on LinkedInSubscribe to the Oxford+ Newsletter for exclusive content.Oxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya and Oxford North.Produced and edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

Ernesto García, CEO, AurumCore, discusses fintech innovation, compliance versus agility, future-proof banking, and digital finance transformation.1. Greetings with Ernesto García (0:51)2. Challenges to Innovation in Financial Institutions (3:15)3. Future-Proof Architecture and Compliance-First Design in Fintech (05:20) 4. Implementing Core Banking Systems for New Versus Existing Institutions (8:34) 5. Balancing Compliance and Agility in Financial Institutions (13:28)6. Public Sector's Role and AurumCore's Vision as a Fintech Enabler (16:57)7. Rethinking Digital Transformation in Finance (19:45)

In This Episode This week's episode of Breaking Banks brings you insights from Cape Town, South Africa, and the Circle of Fintech event hosted by Crossfin. Africa accounts for a remarkable 70% of mobile money accounts globally, and over the past decade, fintech and mobile money have brought 1.1 billion Sub-Saharan Africans into the formal financial services system.. In the episode, Brett King is joined by Dean Sparrow and Anton Gaylard, Co-Founders of Crossfin to talk about next gen financial services infrastructure emerging from South Africa and extending across the planet. They explore the evolution of fintech across the African continent. the rapid adoption of mobile money, fueled by the limited legacy banking infrastructure and the widespread use of mobile technology. They then get into Crossfin's investment strategy with focus on supporting founder-led businesses in Africa, particularly those developing payment-oriented solutions, and showcasing the agility and innovation within the African fintech ecosystem. But first, Brett sits down with Barry Levett, CEO of Mypinpad, a fintech entrepreneur dedicated to creating secure and scalable infrastructure that transforms mobile devices into trusted platforms for commerce. As the founder of SmartPesa, Barry spearheaded the expansion of its payment and agency banking solutions across 11 countries. After a merger with Mypinpad in 2022, he assumed the role of CEO, bringing a unified strategic vision to the combined entity -- a vision emphasizing digital infrastructure that enhances freedom and efficiency, enabling individuals and businesses to transact more securely and simply on their own terms. A key focus is "Soft POS," a growing trend in finance that leverages the capabilities of ordinary mobile phones to accept payments, essentially turning a phone into a point of sale terminal. Stay tuned for this insightful episode!

Apart from incentivising market participants to secure the network through inflationary rewards, many consider staking as an equivalent of stock dividend yield. As a result, although Bitcoin is regarded as digital gold, protocols are looking for ways to increase its utilisation in DeFi and, ultimately, generate yield. Nowadays, while newer networks are struggling to attract investors and sustain a healthy, decentralised validator set, more established blockchains capture the lion's share of PoS actors. However, in a constant race for profit basis points, centralised consolidation of stakers seems inevitable. Join us for a fascinating discussion on the staking landscape and the challenges it may present to decentralisation.Topics covered in this episode:Increasing BTC utilization through BTC yieldLooping yield productsThe maturation of the staking marketChorus One staking portfolioHow to prevent staking consolidationRetail vs. institutional-grade operatorsSymbiotic, Eigenlayer & restaking yieldEpisode links:Mirko Schmiedl on XTobias Jung on XStaking Rewards 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 & Sebastien Couture.

Derek Notman, founder and CEO of Couplr AI and co-host of Rethink. The Financial Advisor Podcast, joins the show to share how he transformed a thriving advisory career into a mission-driven entrepreneurial journey. After his passion for investing and mentoring at-risk youth led him to financial planning, Derek ultimately launched his own RIA. In this episode, he pulls back the curtain on how identifying a persistent industry pain point sparked the creation of his fintech startup, where he sees the future of advice heading next, and more. Listen in as he opens up about his early success in the insurance channel, how he overcame a fear of selling, and how he eventually launched his firm. If you're curious about blending purpose with profit, making the leap from advisor to entrepreneur, or using tech to drive meaningful change in financial services, you won't want to miss this conversation. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/4kDuch1

Tecton⁠ Founder and CEO Mike Del Balso talks about what ML/AI use cases are core components generating Millions in revenue. Demetrios and Mike go through the maturity curve that predictive Machine Learning use cases have gone through over the past 5 years, and why a feature store is a primary component of an ML stack.// BioMike Del Balso is the CEO and co-founder of Tecton, where he's building the industry's first feature platform for real-time ML. Before Tecton, Mike co-created the Uber Michelangelo ML platform. He was also a product manager at Google where he managed the core ML systems that power Google's Search Ads business. He studied Applied Science, Electrical & Computer Engineering at the University of Toronto.// Related LinksWebsite: www.tecton.ai~~~~~~~~ ✌️Connect With Us ✌️ ~~~~~~~Catch all episodes, blogs, newsletters, and more: https://go.mlops.community/TYExploreMLOps Swag/Merch: [https://shop.mlops.community/]Connect with Demetrios on LinkedIn: /dpbrinkmConnect with Mike on LinkedIn: /michaeldelbalsoTimestamps:[00:00] Smarter decisions, less manual work[03:52] Data pipelines: pain and fixes[08:45] Why Tecton was born[11:30] ML use cases shift[14:14] Models for big bets[18:39] Build or buy drama[20:20] Fintech's data playbook[23:52] What really needs real-time[28:07] Speeding up ML delivery[32:09] Valuing ML is tricky[35:29] Simplifying ML toolkits[37:18] AI copilots in action[42:13] AI that fights fraud[45:07] Teaming up across coasts[46:43] Tecton + Generative AI?

Doreen Huber, Partnerin bei EQT Ventures, gibt Einblicke in ihren beeindruckenden Weg vom Aufbau mehrerer Unternehmen – darunter Delivery Hero und Lemoncat – hin zur Rolle als Investorin bei einem der größten europäischen Venture-Capital-Fonds. Doreen teilt ihre Erfahrungen aus über 15 Jahren Unternehmertum, erklärt, warum sie sich entschieden hat, keine weiteren Startups zu gründen, und wie sie heute als Investorin Gründer unterstützt. Sie spricht über die Herausforderungen und Chancen im Venture-Capital-Bereich, die Bedeutung von AI für Startups und warum Sales-DNA für den Erfolg eines Unternehmens entscheidend ist. Was du lernst: Vom Gründen zum Investieren: Warum Doreen nach vier Gründungen den Schritt ins Venture Capital gemacht hat Die Unterschiede zwischen der Gründer- und der Investorenrolle und welche Learnings sie aus beiden Welten mitbringt Die Rolle von EQT Ventures: Wie EQT Ventures mit einem Fondsvolumen von 1,1 Milliarden Euro Startups in ganz Europa unterstützt Warum der Fokus auf B2B-Software, Deep Tech und Fintech liegt und wie EQT Ventures Startups durch das globale Netzwerk von EQT unterstützt Sales-DNA und Skalierung: Warum ein starkes Sales-Team oft wichtiger ist als das beste Produkt Wie Gründer ihre ersten Sales-Prozesse aufbauen und wann es Zeit ist, ein Team zu skalieren AI und die Zukunft von Startups: Warum AI ein Game-Changer für Unternehmen ist und wie Startups AI nutzen können, um effizienter zu arbeiten und neue Märkte zu erschließen Wie AI die Art und Weise verändert, wie Produkte entwickelt und verkauft werden Fundraising und Marktpotenziale: Warum es wichtig ist, den richtigen Investor für die eigene Vision zu finden Wie Gründer den Markt und das Potenzial ihres Produkts realistisch einschätzen sollten, um langfristig erfolgreich zu sein ALLES ZU UNICORN BAKERY: https://zez.am/unicornbakery  Mehr zu Doreen: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doreenhuber/  Website: https://eqtgroup.com/  Join our Founder Tactics Newsletter: 2x die Woche bekommst du die Taktiken der besten Gründer der Welt direkt ins Postfach: https://www.tactics.unicornbakery.de/  Kapitel: (00:00:00) Warum will Doreen keine Strartups mehr gründen? (00:03:27) Doreens größte Startup-Learnings (00:06:13) Wie investiert EQT Ventures 1,1 Milliarden Euro in Startups? (00:09:36) Vor- und Nachteile Milliardenfonds (00:17:51) Kann man heute noch eine finanzierte 100 Mio.-Firma bauen? (00:19:54) Für wen ist Investorengeld geeignet und für wen nicht? (00:26:02) Entwicklung der Branche B2B-Software in den letzten 4 Jahren (00:29:39) Was sind deutsche Erfolgsbereiche und wo hängen wir hinterher? (00:33:02) Ab wann ist Internationalisierung interessant für ein Unternehmen? (00:38:42) Doreens Framework für high perfoming Sales Teams (00:46:46) Doreens Inbound Best Practices (00:50:06) Wie qualifiziere ich meine Pipeline? (00:53:23) Der Unterschied im Bau von Sales Organisationen im Vergleich zu früher (00:58:23) Von 5 auf 50 Mio.: Welche Charakteristika braucht mein Unternehmen? (01:07:09) Wann ist man ein guter Venture Capitalist?

Jeff Mahony, Co-founder and Chief Architect Officer at RYT Layer-1 chain as well as a FinTech visionary and investor joins Enterprise Radio. Listen to … Read more The post Building at the Frontier: Jeff Mahony on Fintech, Blockchain, and Scaling RYT for Real-World Impact appeared first on Top Entrepreneurs Podcast | Enterprise Podcast Network.

In this episode of Fintech Layer Cake, host Reggie Young speaks with Matt Brown, early-stage investor at Matrix Partners and former product leader at Afterpay.Matt dives into the evolving landscape of vertical SaaS, why embedded fintech still has massive untapped potential, and how PE and VC are converging to create new opportunities. He also shares lessons from founding Bonsai, including counterintuitive insights about customer feedback and learning rate. They cover founder-investor dynamics, the future of BNPL, and Matt's writing process behind his popular “X topic in 1,000 words” series.If you're building in fintech, SaaS, or just want to understand the deeper trends shaping both, this is a must-listen.

SummaryVishnu Kumar joins the ATX DAO Podcast to share his journey from early community contributor to helping teams launch custom chains at Arbitrum. With roots in Gitcoin's public goods ecosystem and experience across DAOs like ATX DAO and Friends With Benefits, Vishnu brings a rare perspective on how community-first involvement can evolve into real infrastructure impact. He reflects on the lessons learned from DAO chaos, builder experimentation, and navigating the trade-offs of decentralized coordination.Now leading strategy and go-to-market for Arbitrum Orbit, Vishnu offers a behind-the-scenes look at how and why teams are spinning up their own L2 chains. The episode covers everything from RaaS partners and modular stacks to the challenges of attracting liquidity and building sustainable ecosystems. Whether you're a founder thinking about launching a rollup or just curious how culture contributors become infra operators, this is a must-listen for anyone serious about the future of crypto infrastructure.Chapters00:00 Tequila and Good Vibes02:12 Conferences and Networking in Web305:19 Health Tips for Conference Goers08:02 Vishnu's Journey into Crypto10:41 The Evolution of DAOs13:26 Building Community and Collaboration16:33 Public Goods and Programmable Money19:05 Navigating the Crypto Landscape21:41 Fashion, Status, and Crypto24:29 The Future of Tokenization28:57 Exploring Tokenization and Legal Challenges29:51 The Journey into DeFi and Arbitrum31:06 Arbitrum's Unique Position in the Crypto Landscape33:19 Founders and Vision Behind Arbitrum35:26 Launching Chains and the Future of Arbitrum Orbit37:19 The Challenges of Building Custom Chains39:56 Building a Chain: The Technical and Strategic Aspects44:06 The Rise of Real-World Assets in Crypto46:44 The Future of Fintech and Tokenization48:10 Product Management and Execution in Crypto51:16 Idea Management and Productivity TechniquesConnect with Vishnu and Arbitrum:X (Twitter): ⁠⁠@vgkfiles | @arbitrumFarcaster: @vkgLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vishnugkumarWebsite: https://arbitrum.ioCheck out our friends at Tequila 512:Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tequila512.com⁠⁠Socials: ⁠⁠X (Twitter)⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Facebook⁠To learn more about ATX DAO:Check out the ⁠ATX DAO ⁠websiteFollow ⁠@ATXDAO⁠ on X (Twitter)Subscribe to our newsletterConnect with us on ⁠LinkedIn⁠Join the community in the ⁠ATX DAO Discord⁠Connect with the ATX DAO Podcast team on X (Twitter):Ash:  ⁠@ashinthewild⁠Luke: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Luke152⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the Podcast:If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and share it with your network.Subscribe for more insights, interviews, and deep dives into the world of Web 3.

In this new episode of One Vision Podcast, Theo hosts a deep dive with Ed Maslaveckas, CEO and Co-Founder of Bud, exploring the fascinating 10-year journey of the FinTech startup. They discuss the inception and evolution of Bud, and the future of data intelligence and AI for financial services. Between the bigger incumbent banks and the smaller institutions, who has the upper hand in the quest to become AI-ready? What are the opportunities for middle market banks? Tune in for an engaging conversation full of twists, turns, and signals in the data haystack. #AI #fintech #financialservices #bankingonAI #podcast #onevision 

Devon Shigaki is the mind behind FreshCredit, a company that is dedicated to increasing access to credit on a global scale and empowering individuals to own and manage their own personal data. In this episode, KJ and Devon explore the broader implications of decentralized credit reporting, its simple yet groundbreaking application of blockchain, and the potential for creating a more inclusive financial landscape. Key Takeaways: 03:56 The Problem with Current Credit Systems 06:57 The Controversy of Blockchain in Credit Reporting 13:28 Devon's Personal Experience with Identity Theft 18:35 FreshCredit's Innovative Solutions Quote of the Show (14:00): "Fear of not fixing the problem drives me." – Devon Shigaki 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 Devon Shigaki: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/devonshigaki Company LinkedIn: https://freshcredit.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.

In this episode, Alex and I discussed:* Unpacking Chime's IPO plans* What the hell is going with 1033?* The GENIUS bill advances in the Senate* And, as always, what Alex and I just can't let go of Get full access to Fintech Business Weekly at fintechbusinessweekly.substack.com/subscribe

On this episode of the Scouting For Growth podcast, Sabine VdL talks to Mark Stern, founder and CEO of Custom Box Agency, an award-winning boutique specializing in bringing digital offers to life through innovative offline ‘box experiences.’ Today, he’ll share how he made the leap from corporate to startup life, offer practical tips for integrating physical touchpoints into a digital world, and discuss the secret sauce behind building high-impact customer journeys. I can’t wait to dive into his wealth of knowledge. KEY TAKEAWAYS When I mixed physical and digital together with my publication called ‘Entrepreneur Elements’ I people started posting unboxing videos, which a digital-only product can do. Everyone who received the product became an ambassador and lots of organic traffic was being created as a result. During Covid the virtual event game became bloody red, in terms of competition, because everyone became a virtual event expert overnight. But the boxes, and how we were approaching this to get results faster, was an unknown, exciting realm which I went 100% in on and the business skyrocketed from zero to a million in the first year just by pivoting and focussing on this opportunity. What we include inside our boxes is a welcome note, a getting started guide – which, for me is the most powerful sales pieces to orient people on the journey that they’re about to start and see your universe, a journey map – a visual depiction of the recipe that’s going to get you the result, then all the tools and resources. This isn’t SWAG (Stuff Without A Goal), think of it a product development and who we can truly get into your programme and give people the incentive structure to want to take one step at a time. I love data, so I can engineer feedback loops to say, once you’ve hit a certain milestone, how can I get you to provide me with the information I need so 1, I can celebrate you, but 2, it also gives me good intel to make the product you’re making better. BEST MOMENTS ‘In the online space done beats perfect. I approach the standards of the online realm in a corporate way; the client’s either ready or not ready at all.’ ‘If you have a digital product, you have to compliment it with something physical because physical can tap into other modalities and senses that digital can’t.’ ‘It’s not about you, it’s truly about your customers and their needs.’ ‘Boxes can be a tool to take what you’re already talking about/teaching, or the service you’re providing and making it easier for people to have the breakthrough in the tangible way the a digital-only product just can’t.’ ABOUT THE GUEST Mark Stern is an accomplished serial entrepreneur and the visionary behind Custom Box Agency, an award-winning experience design firm headquartered in Austin, Texas. Leveraging his background as a top-ranked strategy consultant at Deloitte, Mark has guided major retail and lifestyle brands through transformative growth initiatives. He holds an MBA from Duke University and has been recognized as a Forbes Next 1,000 Entrepreneur, as well as featured in Joey Coleman’s bestselling book Never Lose an Employee Again.Mark’s passion for merging the physical with the digital underpins his signature approach of crafting “offline-meets-online” experiences. By moving beyond standard swag and focusing on strategic box campaigns, Mark’s team has successfully launched 100+ direct mail initiatives—boosting conversions, slashing churn, and extending customer lifetime value. As a mentor at SXSW, sought-after keynote speaker, and champion for innovative entrepreneurship, Mark remains dedicated to helping businesses of all sizes adopt experience design as a powerful lever for growth. Email 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/

Meet Chris Brandt, the new host of IT Visionaries.In this special episode, outgoing host Albert Chou passes the mic to Chris—a seasoned Technology Strategist with a passion for connecting bold ideas to real business outcomes.Chris's career spans startups to global enterprises, from building an EMP-shielded data center deep underground to deploying 200PB HPC environments in Fintech. His expertise includes business strategy, IT operations, security, and network architecture.Outside of work, he enjoys life with his wife Julie, their two kids, Lily and Camden, and their dog, Hobs.Get to know the new voice behind IT Visionaries—and what's coming next. ---Produced by the team at Mission.org and brought to you by Brightspot.

How can fintechs turn data into strategy? Anand Pandya, Global Head of Financial Services at Hakkoda, an IBM Company joins us to talk AI, monetization, and the cutting edge of data innovation. A must-listen for fintech professionals and data strategists this week on the Fintech Newscast! https://hakkoda.io Click Subscribe to keep up to date on … Continue reading Ep 258- Hakkoda an IBM Company

Max Galash takes us on a fascinating journey through the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency landscape as CEO of Coinchange, a global crypto brokerage and asset management platform with offices in Warsaw and Toronto.Having pivoted from a direct-to-consumer approach following the collapse of major players like Celsius and BlockFi, CoinChange now focuses exclusively on B2B relationships with crypto operators, exchanges, neobanks, and payment platforms. What sets them apart in this emerging space is their multi-manager investment approach – rather than simply offering tokenized T-bills like many competitors, they employ various managers deploying different trading strategies to create customized, principle-protected structured products.The conversation provides remarkable insight into how stablecoins are revolutionizing global payments, especially in emerging markets where access to USD-denominated products is limited. "Stablecoins are a bridge between banking, trading, exchanges, crypto and remittances," Max explains, highlighting their crucial role in enabling global settlements within seconds. His prediction that blockchain will become the backbone of settlement networks rather than remaining consumer-facing technology aligns with moves by financial giants like BlackRock and JP Morgan, who are already settling billions through private blockchains.Ready to understand how cryptocurrency is reshaping global finance? Listen now to hear Max's complete insights and predictions for this transformative industry.

Travillian's Brian Love, Head of Banking & Fintech, and Michael Perito, Head of Bank Strategy, reunite in this informative Talent Talk episode to unpack what's really going on in banking leadership this year. From the “Trump bump” aftermath to why CFOs and CEOs are the hottest seats in town. They share fresh updates from across the country, including new leadership placements in Sacramento and Scranton, and break down what's happening in banking talent right now. Relocation's tougher, candidates are sharper, and the race for top execs is anything but business as usual.Tying it all together is a nod to The Breakfast Club, as the hosts compare today's innovation-hungry banks to teens in Saturday detention. Learning, evolving, and preparing to graduate to a better, bolder future.

Click here to learn moreIn this episode of Fintech Confidential, host Tedd Huff and guest co-host Jordan Greenberg from LoanPro sit down with Jay King and Aimee Ford of Alorica. Together, they share how banks and fintechs are transforming customer service with scalable operations, AI-powered tools, and real empathy. Jay and Aimee bring decades of hands-on experience helping financial institutions build smarter systems that actually work for people.The conversation cuts through the noise to expose what matters most, personalization, speed, and clarity. Lending has become easier to launch, but real growth depends on aligning with brand culture, meeting customers where they are, and fixing problems before they escalate. This episode explains what that looks like in real life, with real examples from real industry leaders.Takeaways1️⃣ Fix Customer Pain Before It Escalates 2️⃣ Match Agents With Natural Strengths 3️⃣ Skip Scripts, Train for Authenticity 4️⃣ Turn Survey Data Into Scripts 5️⃣ Use Voice Analytics to Boost ROILinksGuest Aimee Ford: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fordaimee/ Jay King: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-king-a75b64/Company Alorica: https://www.alorica.com/ Alorica LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/alorica/Fintech Confidential YouTube: https://youtube.com/@fintechconfidential Podcast: https://fintechconfidential.com/listen Newsletter: https://fintechconfidential.com/access LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fintechconfidential X: https://x.com/FTconfidential Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fintechconfidential Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fintechconfidentialTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fintechconfidentialSupportersLoanPro – Allows lenders to enhance their origination, servicing, collections, and payments using the foundation of a modern lending core https://loanpro.ioUnder – Streamlines application and underwriting by digitizing PDF processes for fast digital signatures https://under.io/ftcDFNS – Provides API-first, MPC-secured wallets as a service for payments, exchanges, and DeFi platforms https://fintechconfidential.com/dfnsHawk AI – Offers tools for real-time payment screening, transaction monitoring, and dynamic customer risk rating to fight fraud and financial crime

This episode is different because Benjamin Netter gets it. This dude went from fashion to fintech to cybersecurity. Not because he planned it that way. Because he saw problems that needed solving. Benjamin founded Riot after running a fintech company handling hundreds of millions of euros. While he was spending massive money protecting complex systems, one employee clicked the wrong email. Changed everything. That's when he realized hackers aren't trying to crack some sophisticated code. They're going after Bob. You know Bob. Every company has a Bob who clicks on everything. So Benjamin started waking up two hours early. Building what would become Riot. Testing it on his own team first. The CFO was the first to fall for it. That was his wake-up call. The guy raised $12 million in Series A funding. Not by pitching some dream. By showing revenue. Showing results. Proving the concept works. That's how real business gets done. This episode is for every entrepreneur who thinks they need to reinvent everything. Sometimes the biggest opportunity is just making existing solutions actually work for people. Benjamin did that. Made cybersecurity human.Connect:Connect with Rick: https://linktr.ee/mrrickjordanConnect with Benjamin: https://www.tryriot.com/aboutSubscribe & Review to ALL IN with Rick Jordan on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RickJordanALLINAbout Benjamin : Benjamin is the Founder and CEO of Riot, a cybersecurity platform created for employee protection. Benjamin is an expert at getting inside the minds of hackers and through Riot, he protects employees against cyber attacks through mock phishing drills and cyber awareness programs custom to each user. Benjamin would love to discuss his passion for cybersecurity and helping employees and his own personal entrepreneurial journey.

Tearsheet is excited to launch 4dFI Capital Partners, an exclusive group of out-of-the-box builders and investors building a community to invest in the next wave of fintech startups around the world. If you are an accredited investor and want to learn more, sign up here Across Latin America, we're witnessing a massive shift as regions traditionally dominated by cash transactions begin embracing digital financial tools. This transition represents more than just technological adoption—it's creating new economic opportunities, enhancing financial inclusion, and building resilience against growing cybersecurity threats. The numbers tell a compelling story: a $448.4 billion digital payment opportunity exists across Latin America, the Caribbean, and the U.S. With nearly 12 million small retailers processing $362 billion in B2C sales — 43% still in cash —a nd 90% of B2B transactions between small retailers and suppliers handled through traditional methods, we're looking at a financial transformation that's just beginning. Today, I'm joined by someone at the forefront of this transition. Walter Pimenta serves as Executive Vice President of Commercial and New Payment Flows for Mastercard Latin America, where he's leading initiatives to expand SME acceptance solutions, scale enablement through strategic partnerships, and strengthen cross-border payment capabilities. Walter's team is also tackling another critical trend: the growing cybersecurity challenges facing SMEs, with recent research showing 46% of small businesses have experienced cyber-attacks, resulting in bankruptcy for nearly 1 in 5 affected companies.

Welcome to another episode of the To the Point Cybersecurity podcast, brought to you by Forcepoint. This week, hosts Rachel Lyon and Jonathan Knepper sit down with Erika Dean, Chief Security Officer at Robinhood, to dive deep into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats facing the fintech industry. With over two decades of experience—including leadership roles at Capital One—Erika sheds light on today's most pressing security challenges, from lightning-fast and sophisticated phishing schemes to the growing risks posed by deepfakes, nation-state infiltration, and complex third-party vendor networks. In this episode, Erika reveals why collaboration and intelligence sharing are more important than ever, discusses the unique challenges of securing crypto and blockchain environments, and explains how companies can strike a balance between transparency and security when dealing with incident disclosure rules. Whether you're a cybersecurity pro, fintech enthusiast, or just curious about how the digital world is changing, this conversation is packed with insider perspectives and actionable insights. Stay tuned—there's plenty to unpack as we explore how companies like Robinhood are adapting to keep their platforms, customers, and data safe in a rapidly shifting threat landscape. For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://www.forcepoint.com/govpodcast/e335

Au programme :Microsoft a bloqué le mail de Karim Khan de la CPIiOS 26 en approche: les prévisions pour la WWDCLa Switch 2 arrive: tout savoir !Le reste de l'actualitéInfos :Animé par Patrick Beja (Bluesky, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok)Co-animé par Jérôme Keinborg (Bluesky).Produit par Patrick Beja (LinkedIn) et Fanny Cohen Moreau (LinkedIn).Musique par Daniel BejaLe Rendez-vous Tech épisode 621 – L'autonomie informatique n'est plus une option Microsoft vs CPI, WWDC & iOS 26, Switch 2---Liens :

Nathaniel (Nathan) Powell, founder at Deep Market Making spoke with Rudolf Falat, founder of the Voice of FinTech podcast, about leveraging AI to make pricing models for bond markets better than ever. Here is what they discussed in more detail: Nathan, tell us how you got to where you are today.Many people recently opened up to AI with the advent of GenAI. But AI has been with us for much longer, right? Why has GenAI, in particular, gained such traction vs. traditional AI?What problem are you solving at Deep Market Making, and why is it worth solving?What is your solution and your unique selling point?Who are your key clients? Can you tell us some case studies of the successful implementation of your solution?What's your technology angle? What kind of AI are we talking about?How do we navigate the unique risks and challenges posed by AI, especially in financial markets?What are the milestones you want to achieve next?What's your favorite business book? Zero to One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future by Peter ThielWhat's the best way to reach out: Nathaniel (Nathan) Powell (LinkedIn) or e-mail: nathan@deepmm.com

There's a $260B SME financing gap in MENA, and most players are still offering copy-paste solutions.In this episode of Couchonomics with Arjun, Craig Moore, Founder and CEO of Beehive, shares how one of the region's original fintechs is tackling real problems with real results.Since 2014, Beehive has built a lending model that combines technology, regulatory know-how, and operational depth to serve the segment banks continue to overlook.In this conversation, we explore: • What SME lending looks like on the ground in the GCC • Why Beehive shifted from peer-to-peer to institutional capital • How investor appetite is changing, from family offices to global VCs • The practical role of AI in credit decisioning • Beehive's plans for expansion into Saudi Arabia, Oman, and more

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After a decade of existence, Ethereum has gone a long way from its initial whitepaper, yet many efforts in scaling and finding product-market-fit have been severely criticized for falling short of their promise. However, despite numerous other ‘Ethereum killers' being launched over the years, none has managed to attract so many developers and liquidity while sticking true to ethos that (once) powered and united this industry. This year's ETHPrague plans to confront exactly these existential challenges and steward community culture towards addressing outside criticism and external reality checks. Ethereum's development, while adapting to market pressures, it always aimed to stick true to its core values in order to remain a technological bedrock for the future of humanity.Topics covered in this episode:The vision for ETH PragueTakeaways from main sessionsHigh-level overview of ETH PragueThe resurgence of PolkadotEuropean crypto summer eventsThe general state of the Ethereum ecosystemCelo's transition to L2L2 liquidity fragmentationChoosing the right L2 to buildImproving hackathonsLightning roundFinal wordsEpisode links:Austin Griffith on XMarek Olszewski on XBrenda Loya on XJoseph Schweitzer on XBuidlGuidl DAO on XCelo on XTellor 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 Friederike Ernst.

Show Notes: Alex Lugosch and Ilya Druzhnikov, founders of True PMF, explain that True PMF is a rapid prototyping and discovery service for startups and established companies who are releasing a new product or testing a new market and don't have the tools or six to eight months to try new experiments for product market fit. The firm uses cold calling tools to test out different ideas and pitches to potential clients, focusing on understanding the reactions of potential buyers. Ilya explains how their tool saves time and money by improving the cold call process. First Steps in a Cold Call Strategy Alex and Ilya work with a founder to identify their target audience and use tools like ZoomInfo to gather a list of people that fit that profile. They then use cold calling tool to test out different ideas and iterate different pitches to potential clients. They also train the founder to do cold calls, helping them understand the process and find what resonates with potential buyers. The firm often stacks rank lists of 20 audiences to test in the next 20 days, with each experiment taking about two sessions of an hour each. At a certain point, they do turnover, where the founder takes over to learn how to do the process. They use several list building services, data validation services, and dialers to build tight lists, accessing many people at the C-suite that most founders can only dream of contacting. Within one or two calls, they find that those people are picking up on their pitches and talking to them, which is a significant improvement from the traditional six-month process of trying to determine if something is a product market fit. The Cold Call Conversation and Analysis Ilya explains the process, beginning from when they contact the founder, building the initial list, finding direct phone numbers for 80-100 people, and loading them into their enterprise-grade tech stack that few startups can afford.  He goes on to explain how they start the conversation.  They try to make the pitch relevant to the founder and explain that their solution could save time and money while having a positive impact on the bottom line. After the call, the transcript goes directly into the AI model, which produces an analysis of the conversation and offers recommendations on how to proceed. The next step is to determine the outcome of the call. In a typical calling session, there are sometimes upwards of 14 or 15 connects. As the conversation gets closer to the target, the conversations become more rich, with more follow-up emails, scheduled demos, and referrals. It's an iterative process until discovering the audience is interested in the topic and/or the call can be referred to the right person. Cold Calling Techniques The conversation turns to the importance of effective cold pitching techniques. They mention the importance of recognizing what's currently relevant to the client. They also discuss the concept of partnering one person to take a pitch and then alternate to the other person without giving feedback. The key to getting better at cold pitching is focusing on the elements that work in the previous pitch. This technique can be applied to other situations as well, such as listening to each other's tone of voice and understanding their preferences. Alex emphasizes that these techniques are not meant to scale sales but to provide relevant information about messaging and product features that can be used in outbound campaigns that are scalable, such as emails, LinkedIn messages, or conferences. Ilya and Alex give an impromptu example of an opening conversation with mid-market private equity owned portfolio companies. Ilya explains that their informs more effective marketing strategies. This approach helps clients narrow down their ideas about the persona, develop stronger content that connects with their target market(s),  and ensures that their marketing efforts are highly effective. Cost of SDRs Cold Calling The discussion revolves around the cost of cold calling sales development representatives (SDRs) and their effectiveness in B2B product spaces. Emphasis is placed on understanding the messaging and the potential for managing costs. They mention a company with 400 clients across Europe that raised over $50 million and had six SDRs, but none of them were effective. They also mention that a multinational tech startup with a large B2B sales team cannot afford six CROs to run their sales team. They advise against giving cold calls to unskilled SDRs, as they may not be adaptable enough to handle complex situations. However, cold calling is a good prototyping tool, as it allows companies to reach a wider audience, gain insights and understanding of their market, and potentially increase their revenue. Examples of How TruePMF Serves Clients Alex and Ilya initially focused on high-growth e-commerce brands, but later discovered that they needed to target established e-commerce brands looking for margin expansion. They created a new list of these brands and tested it with CTOs, which proved more relevant. Then, they called private equity partners, specifically tech stack operating partners, to expand their reach. This allowed them to sell their solution across multiple brands. Another example is a smaller company with 20 clients, all big enterprise clients, looking to sell to private equity firms. Ilya also discusses the process of selling a product before building it, and emphasizes the importance of honesty and transparency in the sales process.   About the Founders of TruePMF.com Alex Lugosch, a FinTech founder and executive at a wholesale, e-commerce company, and the B2B credit space, and Ilya Druzhnikov, a serial entrepreneur and angel investor, have both been working with founders and CEOs to help them understand Product Market Fit. They have worked in various industries, including B2B wholesale, e-commerce, and angel investing. The website, Pmf.com, is by referral only, and they have a bias for working with serious people who are serious about their business. They require founders to attend every call, including the CEO, Chief Revenue Officer, and Head of Sales. The company has sold their product to 400 companies across Europe and is coming to the United States. Timestamps: 00:02: Introduction to True PMF and Their Unique Approach 03:28: Explaining the True PMF Service  06:35: Detailed Walkthrough of the Process 10:47: Iterative Improvement and Audience Targeting  16:29: The Role of Cold Calling in Business Development  34:04: Client Examples and Success Stories  40:23: Background of Alex and Ilya  Links:  Website: https://truepmf.com/ Unleashed is produced by Umbrex, which has a mission of connecting independent management consultants with one another, creating opportunities for members to meet, build relationships, and share lessons learned. Learn more at www.umbrex.com.

In this On Location episode during OWASP AppSec Global 2025 in Barcelona, Sean Martin connects with event speaker, Wojciech Dworakowski, to unpack a critical and underexamined issue in today's financial systems: the vulnerability of mobile-only banking apps when it comes to transaction authorization.Wojciech points out that modern banking has embraced the mobile-first model—sometimes at the cost of fundamental security principles. Most banks now concentrate transaction initiation, security configuration, and transaction authorization into a single device: the user's smartphone. While this offers unmatched convenience, it also creates a single point of failure. If an attacker successfully pairs their phone with a victim's account, they can bypass multiple layers of security, often without needing traditional credentials.The discussion explores the limitations of relying solely on biometric options like Face ID or Touch ID. These conveniences may appear secure but often weaken the overall security posture when used without additional independent verification mechanisms. Wojciech outlines how common attack strategies have shifted from stealing credit card numbers to full account takeover—enabled by social engineering and weak device-pairing controls.He proposes a “raise the bar” strategy rather than relying on a single silver-bullet solution. Suggestions include enhanced device fingerprinting, detection of emulators or rooted environments, and shared interbank databases for device reputation and account pairing anomalies. While some of these are already in motion under new EU and UK regulations, they remain fragmented.Wojciech also introduces a bold idea: giving users a slider in the app to adjust their personal balance of convenience vs. security. This kind of usability-driven approach could empower users while still offering layered defense.For CISOs, developers, and FinTech leaders, the message is clear—evaluate your app security as if attackers already know the shortcuts. Watch the full conversation to hear Wojciech's real-world examples, including a cautionary tale from his own family. Catch the episode and learn how to design financial security that's not just strong—but usable.GUEST: Wojciech Dworakowski | OWASP Poland Chapter Board Member and Managing Partner at SecuRing | https://www.linkedin.com/in/wojciechdworakowski/HOST: Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast | https://www.seanmartin.comSPONSORSManicode Security: https://itspm.ag/manicode-security-7q8iRESOURCESLearn more and catch more stories from OWASP AppSec Global 2025 Barcelona coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/owasp-global-appsec-barcelona-2025-application-security-event-coverage-in-catalunya-spainCatch all of our event coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/technology-and-cybersecurity-conference-coverageWant to tell your Brand Story Briefing as part of our event coverage? Learn More

Craig Jeffery and Dave Robertson explore embedded banking's growing role in treasury. From API-driven integration to real-time risk mitigation, they discuss how embedded banking is reshaping processes, roles, and even merger strategy. What does this shift mean for corporates, banks, and the future of treasury? Tune in to find out. CashPath Advisors

Several steel and aluminum companies like Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (CLF) and Nucor (NUE) saw double-digit rallies after President Trump announced he will increase steel tariffs to 50%. Diane King Hall goes deeper into the developments. Boeing (BA) pushed higher after BofA upgraded the stock and gave the company a Street-high price target. Diane also turns to Truist's mixed view on fintech companies like Paypal (PYPL), Block (XYZ) and Affirm (AFRM).======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

FinTech is just lipstick on a pig. Same banks, same problems, better UI.In today's episode, we sit down with Sid Gandhi, CEO of PolyBase Labs, who's building Payy. Their mission is to bring money you actually own and can use. While everyone chases meme coins, Sid is solving real problems: frozen Venmo accounts, inaccessible financial services, and crypto's coming Cambridge Analytica moment. We explore Payy's gasless transactions, zero-fee fiat on/off-ramping, and positioning as infrastructure for companies like Robinhood.Let's get into it.The Rollup---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/----Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd9vbF3hJA2n7qoL5?si=7230787bb90947efPodcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

In this new episode of One Vision Podcast, Theo hosts a deep dive with Ed Maslaveckas, CEO and Co-Founder of Bud, exploring the fascinating 10-year journey of the FinTech startup. They discuss the inception and evolution of Bud, and the future of data intelligence and AI for financial services. Between the bigger incumbent banks and the smaller institutions, who has the upper hand in the quest to become AI-ready? What are the opportunities for middle market banks? Tune in for an engaging conversation full of twists, turns, and signals in the data haystack. #AI #fintech #financialservices #bankingonAI #podcast #onevision Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the Scouting For Growth podcast, Sabine VdL talks to Colin Hirdman, the antidote to automated mediocrity. As a lifelong entrepreneur and co-founder of Monkey Island Ventures, he has spent two decades scaling SaaS tools, digital agencies, and now Rainmaker – a ‘white-glove’ service that ethically automates LinkedIn outreach to turn connections into revenue. Colin discusses Rainmaker’s ‘Authentic Engine’ framework: 10-30% connection rates, campaigns tailored to micro-audiences, and why human-driven strategies still dominate AI in B2B growth. As well as why he targets 25 people/day — and how even solo founders can replicate this, the ‘criminal justice grad’ who turned entrepreneur, accidently and sold his first startup days after college, and LinkedIn’s automation guardrails: What’s ‘ethical’ vs. what gets you banned. KEY TAKEAWAYS I’ve done a lot of growth hacking through email and LinkedIn, but I got better results through LinkedIn and ended up building out a software and process for myself. Rainmaker was born through me making it available to other businesses. But, you don’t need me or rainmaker to do any of the things we discuss on this podcast, you can do it manually. You have to be authentic on LinkedIn, both as yourself as well as the brands you represent. You should also have an educational mindset – no one wants to be sold to on LinkedIn, but almost everyone is willing to be educated – and an experimentation mindset, trying different features and functions of LinkedIn, stack the things that work and set aside the things that don’t. Understand the pains an barriers that you prospects are trying to overcome and know what it is that you can teach them. Growth hacks: LinkedIn Events – if you have a direct competitor, industry or organisation putting on a LinkedIn Event that your business solves for, if you attend that event you can see everyone else who attended that event and create a prospects list. Use people who are big in your area as proxies – use people’s open connections to see all first connections to her, second connections to you and is in your area, and begin connecting to them Building out your first connections is critical. I reach out to 15 people per day Monday-Friday during normal working hours. That gives you 500 people per month, which is below LinkedIn’s limits. Typically, you’ll get a 20% connection rate. Within 30 days of sending an invite, and they haven’t connected, withdraw the invite. It’s good hygiene, but after 3 weeks you can reach out to them again. Everything you do after that only gets better and has bigger possibilities as your audience grows. BEST MOMENTS ‘There’s lots of opportunity to engage with you prospects on LinkedIn in ways that are valuable for relationship building and set you up as a thought leader.’‘People undervalue the value of being a first connection, when you’re a first connection you can see all kids of information about them, direct message them, and use other features and functions to engage with them.’‘I typically build my audience through Sales Navigator – a tool within LinkedIn that allows you to hone in on audiences..’‘If you’re using automation that is in any way inauthentic it won’t work, you wouldn’t immediately set up a meeting with someone you just met, I wish people would stop, it’s lazy.’ ABOUT THE GUEST Colin Hirdman is a lifelong entrepreneur, startup advocate, and visionary behind Rainmaker, a platform revolutionizing LinkedIn’s growth strategies through its "Authentic Engine." As co-founder of Monkey Island Ventures, a venture studio launched in 2007 with childhood friends, Colin has spent nearly two decades fostering tech innovation and scaling ventures like SaaS tools, digital marketing agencies, and software development firms. His passion lies in unlocking the power of authentic relationship-building—evidenced by Rainmaker’s mission to help founders, coaches, and sales teams expand their networks, generate leads, and close deals ethically on LinkedIn. A Minnesota native, Colin’s journey began with selling his first startup (launched just days after college) and evolved into mentoring entrepreneurs through actionable strategies like LinkedIn automation, audience targeting via Sales Navigator, and educational outreach. His philosophy blends authenticity, experimentation, and a focus on solving audience pain points—principles he shares as a board member of MNblockchain and a sought-after voice in B2B growth. When not advising startups or hosting LinkedIn livestreams, Colin champions the entrepreneurial spirit, proving that even a criminal justice graduate-turned-accidental-founder can redefine 21st-century scaling. Catch his insights on turning connections into revenue—no bots or spam required. 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. 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May 28, 2025 – Fintech expert Rich Turrin joins FS Insider to discuss the latest trends and breakthroughs with stablecoins, agentic AI, quantum computing, and how China is taking a lead across industries. He explores stablecoins' role as private...