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Live from FinTech Connect 2023, Toby is joined by Matthew Osborne, Senior Manager for Payments Policy at the Bank of England. Matthew sheds light on the Bank of England's proactive approach in shaping the regulatory landscape for digital currencies, with a particular emphasis on stablecoins.  The conversation also touches on the potential watershed year of 2024 for digital assets, the Bank&ap...

On this special episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby is joined by a panel of VCs to share their expert knowledge on ‘How to Raise VC Money in 2024’. Toby is delighted to welcome: Devin Kohli, Co-Founder of Outward VC Dan Chaplin, Partner at Dawn Capital Mark Beeston, Founder and Managing Partner at Illuminate Financial Management LLP Hear firsthand from these industry leaders as they discuss the impo...

We’re thrilled to announce the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV, filmed live at FinTech Connect! Host Toby Babb engages in a deep-dive conversation into the world of fintech with  David Butcher, Head of Fintech & Cyber. As they explore why London continues to stand as a global leader in innovation, growth, and collaboration. This episode is packed with insights on: - Scaling startups and nav...

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Brian Harkin, Independent Technology Leader at DigitalXform. In this episode, Brian discusses the high failure rate of digital transformations and emphasises a human-centric approach to address these challenges.  He proposes innovative strategies and stresses the importance of data-driven decision-making, cross-functional teamwork, and lead...

Live from the FIX Americas Trading Conference, Toby is joined by Ignatius John, Vice President at Broadridge.  In this episode, Ignatius discusses the significant role of automation and AI in the financial technology industry, particularly in the context of the upcoming T+1 initiative.  He highlights the urgent need for industry players to adapt to regulatory changes and the importance of technolo...

Live from the FIX Americas Trading Conference, Toby is joined by Elena Treshcheva, Program Manager & Thomas Toller, Managing Director US at Exactpro.  In this episode, Elena and Thomas delve into the company's significant role in financial technology testing, highlighting their focus on ensuring operational resilience.  They stress the critical importance of rigorous testing within the fi...

Live from the FIX Americas Trading Conference, Toby is joined by Ila Eckhoff, Board Chair at Cerebral Palsy Foundation and MD - Industry and Counterparty Management at BlackRock Inc.  In this episode, Ila discusses the crucial interplay of people, processes, and platforms in financial services, emphasizing the importance of relationships and effective team management for success. Ila highlights th...

On this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby is delighted to welcome Dan Chaplin, Partner at Dawn Capital. Toby and Dan explore the dynamic fintech investment landscape and uncover why it's a pivotal moment for B2B software investments.  Tune in to gain valuable insights from Dawn Capital's journey to a remarkable $700 million raise, exploring their strategic approach and success in the fin...

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Ram Gopal, Director of the Gillmore Centre Warwick Business School. In this episode, Ram discusses the significant skills gap in the FinTech industry, emphasising the need for improved education and industry-academia collaboration.  Ram highlights Gillmore Centre’s mission which focuses on research in blockchain, AI, and creating immersive...

Live from the FIX Americas Trading Conference, Toby is joined by Jon Butler, Co-Founder and CEO at Velox.  In this episode, Jon highlights the importance of combining buying and building strategies for development platforms to foster innovation in banking technology.  The pair address the need for modernization in the industry, citing outdated infrastructure and the conservative nature of the mark...

​Today's podcast, with Michael Walford-Grant, offers a deep dive into the world of sales, drawing on his extensive experience that began in 1987.  As a seasoned sales professional and author of "Sales Unplugged," Michael shares insights from his journey, starting at NCR and evolving through various roles including "first person in" for foreign companies in the UK. His uniq...

On this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby welcomes Michael Rude, Co-Founder and CEO of Automated Data Inc., to the show. Toby and Michael discuss Michael’s own journey as a founder, creating a tech start-up after a career at the likes of Goldman Sachs and Refinitiv, and how he adjusted to making the leap from such big names to creating something new as part of a team of six. Michael’s story also d...

Live from the FIX Americas Trading Conference, Toby is joined by Joseph Lo, Head of Enterprise Platforms at Broadridge.  In this insightful episode, Joseph delves into the transformative impact of AI on trading and post-trade workflows. He emphasises the need to shift from mere discussions about AI to its practical implementation, showcasing Broadridge's achievements in advanced reconciliatio...

On this episode of Fintech Focus TV,  Toby welcomes Igor Yelnik, CIO & CEO of Alphidence Capital to the show. Toby and Igor dive into the world of financial technology as Igor shares his profound insights on the evolution of FinTech, emphasising its impact on investment strategies and market dynamics.  With his extensive experience and innovative mindset, Igor discusses the integration of tech...

Live from the FIX Americas Trading Conference, Toby is joined by Kevin Houstoun, Executive Chairman at Rapid Addition.  In this episode, Kevin shares insights into the evolution of the FinTech industry, discussing the creation of the Fix protocol and Rapid Addition's journey from a fixed engine vendor to a middleware platform. He emphasizes the vital role of high data quality in AI and neural...

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Krishna Nadella, VP, Global Business Development and Head of Americas at Sigtech. In this episode, Krishna shares his insightful journey through the financial sector, shedding light on pivotal moments like the 2008 crisis and his influential role in shaping Bloomberg's data business.  He passionately speaks about the democratization of...

Join host Toby Babb and PayU's CEO Daniel Cohen in an intriguing discussion about fintech innovation, scaling businesses globally, and the future of digital finance.  Cohen shares his journey from Chief Product Officer to CEO, the challenges of adapting to diverse markets, and PayU's strategic expansion. They delve into the company's culture, the anticipated merger with Rapyd, and t...

Live from the FIX Americas Trading Conference, Toby is joined by Lee Saba, CTO & Head of Market Structure at Rialto Markets.  In this episode, Lee delves into the transformative impact of the 2012 Jobs Act on retail investment, exploring how it revolutionized the ability to own pre-IPO securities in the US.  Lee shares his expertise in leveraging technology for capital raising, navigating the...

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Joshua Masia, Co-Founder and CEO at DealBridge.ai. Joshua delves into how AI is revolutionising deal and client relationship management, emphasising personalisation and efficiency.  The pair also explore the challenges in AI adoption, particularly in data privacy and fundraising, highlighting AI's potential to augment human roles in fi...

Live from the FIX Americas Trading Conference, Toby is joined by David Pearson, Product Manager at Torstone Technology.  David provides an in-depth analysis of Torstone's integral role as a global post-trade systems provider and the collective navigation through the industry's challenges, particularly with impending regulatory shifts on the horizon. With a keen focus, he underscores the...

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is James Maxfield, Chief Product Officer at Duco. In this episode, James discusses his career in capital markets and his role in driving Duco's transition towards data automation and reconciliation services. Maxfield emphasises the critical role of data governance and the Chief Data Officer in achieving process efficiency and the importan...

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Laimonas Noreika, Founder of HeavyFinance. Laimonas delves into the intriguing intersection of agriculture and finance, highlighting the untapped potential of agriculture as a robust investment option.  He emphasises the critical role of sustainability and the evolving landscape of ESG considerations in shaping the future of the industry. ...

Live from the FIX Americas Trading Conference, Toby is joined by Jim Kaye, Executive Director of the FIX Trading Community.  Jim delves into the growth and impact of FIX in the financial industry. He emphasizes the collaborative essence of FIX, showcasing how members actively contribute to solving industry challenges.  The conversation encompasses the evolutionary journey of FIX, underscoring the...

Today, Toby Babb is in conversation with Mark Beeston, Managing Partner and Founder of Illuminate Financial Management.  Mark delves into the journey of Illuminate Financial, a venture capital firm specialising in institutional financial technology solutions, highlighting its growth over a decade and the evolution of its three funds.  The conversation also touches on the challenges and opportuniti...

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Tim Carmody, CTO and EVP at IPC Systems, Inc. Tim delves into his professional journey, emphasising his engineering roots and deep expertise in the financial markets, particularly within the capital markets sector. We discover that IPC has built its esteemed reputation on the back of its innovative trading turret technology and has notably...