Fintech Conversations & Insights with Efi Pylarinou

Milestones in Open Banking, Examples, and leading Jurisdictions: Discover how open data is driving financial inclusion,cross-border interoperability, and the evolution towards a smart, data-driven economy. A conversation with open finance expert Marie Walker. Why is Open Data important in Financial services? What flavors of OpenBanking exist globally? A look into our future. #fintech #finance #dat...

#businessmodels #ai #artificialintelligence #business What`s the next dominant Business model enabled by the advancements in AI? Want to gaze into our Future? Listen to these two brilliant AI-hosts discuss how two thought leaders and authors of a newly published Wiley Book, describe the business world going forward. The new Wiley book is by the faculty of The Fast Future Executive : 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫...

#fintech #data #openbanking #smartdata #APIs Forget about the Tech and Fintech. Focus on open financial data sharing to start understanding the future. Ghela Boskovich heads the Financial Data and Technology Association (FData) in Europe. We discuss the impact of data and intelligence sharing across industries, the importance of APIs for interoperability, and the ethical considerations of data bro...

 #crypto #staking #banking #fintech #liquidstaking Staking is core to the Blockchain world similar to how Deposits are to Banking.  The conversation delves into the evolution of staking, from its inception to its current state, highlighting the differences between native and liquid staking, as well as the associated risks and rewards. We also explore the institutional adoption of staking, regulato...

An AI-hosted commentary on Efi Pylarinou`s contrarian article `Klarna’s GenAI Journey: A Case Study Using the ‘AI Native’ Framework`.  The author argues that Klarna's AI implementation is not revolutionary but rather focuses on low-level automation for basic queries. While the article acknowledges that Klarna's use of AI has helped them save costs, it questions the true impact of this de...

#fintech #banking #digitalbanking #CX #Asia David Jimenez Maireles https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidjimenezmaireles/ , a leading figure in digital banking across the Middle East, Vietnam, and Europe shares insights on digital banking.  We explore how innovation and personalization in banking can draw inspiration from industries like Spotify, Duolingo, and Minecraft. We discuss the challenges and o...

The Concentration Risks and Lack of Transparency in the Wholesale Loanmarket in the Banking sector, are real and a major impediment to risk management. — Why is it the right time now, to address this problem with technology? — How can this be achieved so that the loan market catches up with the Mortgage market which is more advanced in terms of Digitalization? — What is the size of the problem and...

Exploring the FinTech Landscape with Popular FinTech newsletter, founder Jevgenijs  Kazanins .  In this episode, we dive deep into the world of publicly traded fintech companies. We discuss the origins of the Popular FinTech newsletter , the distinction between fintech and traditional financial services, and the current landscape of notable companies such as Visa, MasterCard, PayPal, and emerging...

#fintech #crypto #regulation #Custodiabank #riskmanagement #banking  This conversation matters for the future of Banking, Fintech, and Crypto. It is a deep dive with Caitlin Long, the CEO and founder of Custodia Bank, to discuss the challenges and opportunities within the banking and crypto ecosystems.  Caitlin sheds light on her ongoing lawsuit against the Federal Reserve, the role of Custodia Ba...

Making Wealth Digital is inevitable as banking has gone digital but this Transformation journey is ongoing globally and will take time. In this episode, you will enjoy valuable insights from a seasoned WealthTech entrepreneur who started at Asian Fintech 8 Securities and in 2016 founded and led Bambu, one of the early B2B pioneers in Digital Wealth out of Asia. Bambu expanded globally, had several...

In this video, we delve into the transformative potential of Generative AI in Financial Services. Daragh Morrissey, Director of AI at Microsoft Worldwide Financial Services, discusses early use cases, the relationship between predictive and generative AI, and the behind-the-scenes data work required for deploying GenAI processes. We also explore how GenAI is overcoming data silos safely, the cultu...

In this unique episode, we welcome Mary Wisniewski, a top fintech creator and Editor at Large at Cornerstone Advisors. The conversation delves into the intersections of yoga and fintech, emphasizing the potential role of mental health in financial technology. We explore the possibilities of integrating wellness with financial products, the societal pressures related to work and money, and the futu...

#ai #fintech #artificialintelligence Dive into the heart of finance and technology with this insightful conversation! Explore the latest in FinTech trends, from the rise of AI to the evolution of digital banking. Discover how elections shape economic policies and the crucial role of AI in enhancing customer experiences and managing risks. Uncover the transition towards AI-native businesses and the...

A discussion to guide innovation leaders in designing innovations that align economic, societal, and environmental benefits. Familiarize yourself with the principles and vision of the Regenerative economy, as it emerges and how Regenerative Technologies are being developed and deployed to make a Regenerative Economy our new reality. Jessica Groopman outlines the potential of regenerative principle...

Pieter Franken shares insights on Japan's innovation history, its digital transformation challenges, and key takeaways from the Japan Fintech Festival. The conversation also delves into the excitement and challenges of entrepreneurship, AI advancements, and the potential for growth in Asian economies through technology.   / pbfranken  Pieter Franken is a global FinTech pioneer and passionate...

Deploying AI in Businesses must take into new Legal considerations as the Large Language models are changing everything. We discuss concrete ways businesses using AI tools risk getting sued with Caroline Hughes, a UK-based lawyer specializing in technology and AI, who is also a coder and an entrepreneur. It is a legal minefield out there as businesses launch Generative AI-powered workflows and ser...

The discussion on Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs)is an important one because it will shape the future of finance, economies, and geopolitics. In this discussion with second time guest Richard Turin,author of 'Cashless: China's Digital Currency Revolution,' we delve into key developments such as China's Digital Yuan in international trade, India's piloting of its ow...

#GenAI #AI #fintech #personalfinance #moneymanagement An eye opener discussion about the next generation user experience in personal finance. Dave Wallace thinks that we will be talking about our money to AI companions. This conversation will inspire you about future possibilities in retail banking and in the evolution of our relationship with money. Dave Wallace Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com...

#fintech #fintechrevolution #africa Hugo Pacheco works in African countries like Mozambique, Nigeria, Ghana, focusing on creating inclusive digital economies that cater to the needs of local communities. We delve into the significance of mobile money agent networks (MoMos) in Africa`s Digital Revolution.  We highlight details around the importance of mobile money agent networks in connecting a bil...

#stablecoin #digitalwallet #fintech Dive into a riveting conversation with Kenneth Kumor, the founder and CEO of DLT Payments, on digital payments through stablecoins. Kenneth unveils the significance of building a dedicated wallet specifically streamlined for stablecoins. He highlights the necessity of a stablecoin-centric wallet in bridging the gap in financial services for underbanked communiti...

#ai #generativeai #microsoft   Generative AI is already being used in Contact Centers in Financial Services to improve Customer Service. Tyler Pichach, part of Microsoft's worldwide financial services team, brings us behind the scenes where Generative AI is helping to improve work conditions for agents, improve customer service, and increase productivity. Digital customer Service in Banking i...

#blockchain #fintech Keir Finlow-Bates, creator of the Thinkair channel, has a unique way of explaining blockchain concepts while walking in the Swedish Forests and talking about decentralization. This episode zeroes in on his profound knowledge of staking. We discuss the economic incentives of staking, while Keir also highlights the pitfalls of irresponsible practices in the field. Website &...

#fintech #embeddedFinance #ecommerce Diving into the future of finance with Meaghan Johnson, a Fintech consultant and Forbes author, as she unravels the complexities and potential of Embedded Finance. From the distinction between traditional fintech companies and those integrating comprehensive financial services, to the roles of giants like Apple and emerging startups, Meaghan covers it all. Disc...

#bitcoin #fintech #etfs An exciting fireside chat with serial crypto entrepreneur Anton Golub, discussing the implications of the recent approval of Bitcoin Spot ETFs. We touch upon topics like the institutionalizing of Bitcoin, the role of Coinbase as the primary custodian, decentralization, liquidity concerns, and potential impact on the cryptomarket's infrastructure growth. We also share o...

#fintech #CBDC #India #payments #USDhegemony #digital #ruppee Feels like India owns a collection of success stories in Digitalization. From the Indian Digital identity - Aadhaar, a unique 12-digit number that associates each individual with their bank account, to UPI - a public digital payments infrastructure from which the Indian Fintech ecosystem has benefited and offered fintech services, to Op...