Caplin Connects

In this episode of Caplin Connects, John Ashworth speaks with Keith Hill, Industry Veteran, about his journey from studying at Oxford to becoming a key figure in the evolution of electronic FX trading. Keith reflects on early lessons, from running his family’s business before landing on Goldman Sachs’ fixed-income desk during the Big Bang era. He traces his progression through JP Morgan, his move...

In this episode of Caplin Connects, John Ashworth, CEO of Caplin, speaks with Sean Durkin, Director of EFX at First Citizens Bank, about his journey from software engineer to leading electronic trading initiatives in banking. Sean reflects on career lessons from early roles at FSS Spectrum, Charles River, and Silicon Valley Bank and shares insights on implementing FX technology, balancing client n...

In this episode of Caplin Connects, John Ashworth welcomes Bob Tull, Global Head of Fixed Income, Currencies, and Commodities at Fifth Third Bank. Bob shares insights on the evolution of trading floors, the rise of electronification and the pivotal role regional banks play in the U.S. financial system. They explore the future of stablecoins, blockchain, and post-trade automation, the importance of...

In this episode of Caplin Connects, John Ashworth, CEO of Caplin, is joined by Graham Moss, Global Head of FX IT at BBVA, to reflect on the evolution of FX technology from the vendor side to the banking front line. They discuss the early success of platforms like Reuters RET, the shifting role of voice trading, and the challenges banks face when building their own FX stacks. Graham shares insights...

In the first episode of Caplin Connects, John Ashworth, CEO of Caplin, sits down with Stéphane Malrait, Chairman of ACI Financial Markets Association, to explore the evolution of electronic trading in FX markets. They discuss the early days of single dealer platforms, the strategic decisions behind build vs. buy technology, and the persistent cultural resistance to change within banks. Stéphane al...

This is Caplin Connects... the podcast where we talk about Single Dealer Platforms, trading technology, and everything in-between. In each episode, we'll dive into the trends, tools, and talent shaping the future of electronic trading. Join us as we unpack what's new and what's next!