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In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby is joined by Nils Frowein, CEO & Michael Stemmle Founder of additiv.  Toby, Nils and Michael discuss additiv's transformation from its roots in publishing to a leading tech innovator. They delve into the power of cloud and APIs in redefining industries and the drive to positively impact the financial realm.  This episode explores the tech-driven s...

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Duncan Trenholme, Global Co-Head of Digital Assets at TP ICAP. The pair sit down and explore the evolution and challenges of the financial industry, emphasising the impact of negative headlines, regulatory gaps, and infrastructure shortcomings.  Duncan shares insights into TP ICAP’s journey into full-time digital assets business, expressing...

Welcome back to another episode of FinTech Focus TV Where Toby is joined by Anthony Mazzarese, Co-Founder & CCO and Brandon Mulvihill, Co-Founder & CEO at Crossover Markets Group, Inc. Brandon and Anthony from Crossover discuss the convergence of TradFi and DeFi in the crypto space.  They emphasise the importance of understanding the distinctions between brokers and exchanges in the crypto...

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Howard Wimpory, KYC Transformation Director at Encompass Corporation. In this episode, Toby and Howard discuss challenges and evolution in perpetual KYC processes, stressing collaboration and a strategic data approach.  Howard explains Encompass's maturity model, focusing on executive support, realistic timelines, and organisation-wide...

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby sits down with Nick Fusco, Founder & CEO of ApeVue.  Toby and Nick unpack the value of data-driven decision-making, the evolution of private markets, and the role of analytics in generating alpha for investors.  Nick, with his vast experience in pricing, reference data, and index benchmarks, also sheds light on the incredible potential of financial dat...

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Rob Lincolne, Founder and CEO of Paydock. In this episode, Rob discusses Paydock's journey, and initial struggles to define its fintech role, showcasing their pioneering work in payment orchestration. And now with several successful partnerships, emphasises the significant financial institutions and the critical role of a solid track r...

Joining Toby on FinTech Focus TV this week is Omar Dapul and Tim Ferguson of CARDO AI. The three discuss the powerful combination of big data, machine learning, and AI in the financial sector, highlighting its potential to revolutionize structural finance and securitization.  They delve into the importance of trust in AI and how it can address the challenges of human error. Discover how these inno...

Joining Toby on this exclusive episode of FinTech Focus TV is Laurence Jones, Americas Regional Director at the FIX Trading Community. Laurence provides an insightful glimpse into the much-anticipated Americas Trading Conference, promising a diverse range of sessions that will extensively explore the most current industry trends and emerging technologies. With an expanded lineup of speakers, ample...

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Emmanuel Daniel, Founder of The Asian Banker. In this episode, we explore Emmanuel's book, "The Great Transition," which delves into the transformation of the financial services industry and the individualization of finance.  The pair discuss the significance of traditional financial institutions embracing DeFi technologies a...

In today's episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby is joined by Steve Hughes, CEO of Quor Group. They explore the evolution of the CTRM space, the importance of fostering a collaborative culture, and the role of modern technology in transforming the industry.  Steve emphasises the significance of people in driving innovation and how Quor Group is dedicated to nurturing emerging talent. For more inf...

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV are Balraj Bassi, Co-Founder and CEO, and Tim Cartledge, Chief Data Officer of Tradefeedr. In this episode, we get a deep insight into Tradefeedr and how they are revolutionising the industry, helping both buy-side and sell-side clients collaborate on shared data assets. Discover how Tradefeedr's cutting-edge technology is paving the way...

Join us on FinTech Focus TV as Toby Babb sits down with Ken Kraetzer, Vice President at CBSI Services and board member of MCNY, for an insightful discussion on the evolving world of fintech innovation, the challenges faced by community banks, and the strategies driving financial inclusion. Discover how fintech is reshaping the financial landscape, empowering smaller banks, and meeting customer exp...

We delve into one of the most topical conversations consuming our industry on this week's episode of FinTech Focus TV. Toby is joined by Ofir Shabtai, Co-Founder and CTO at Shield. You can't escape ChatGPT. It's in every headline, every strategy meeting, and said to threaten close to 300 million jobs. But that's not all AI has to offer.   Toby and Ofir look beyond the ChatGPT i...

What does the future hold for digital banking, compliance, and fintech innovation? In this episode, Toby sits down with Steve Pearlman, Chief Compliance Officer at Varo Bank , to explore how digital-first banks are reshaping the financial landscape from the inside out. Steve shares insights into Varo Bank’s mission to empower the underbanked, helping individuals move from living paycheck-to-payche...

On today’s episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby is joined by Martin French, Chief Data Officer (CDO) at Apex Group.  In this episode, the pair discuss the evolving role of a CDO, bridging the gap between technology and business development, as Martin shares how to harness data for growth. Martin believes a CDO must also be an effective salesperson. He shares that the role is not just about technical...

Live from FinTech Connect, North America, Toby welcomes Maggie Jiang, VP, Transaction Banking Advisor at DNB, to FinTech Focus. In this episode, we gain a comprehensive insight into the role of DNB as a full-service bank and Maggie's insights from a panel on open banking and embedded finance.  The pair delve into the world of digital banking trust, the impact of AI on jobs, and how AI tools l...

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Rafal Andzejevski, Founder & CEO of PayAlly. In this episode, we gain a perspective on how Rafał's dissatisfaction with the absence of effective remedies for international money transfers and trade issues prompted the creation of PayAlly. Rafal views London as the fintech capital, thanks to its robust regulations, legal structure,...

Live from FinTech Connect, North America, Toby welcomes Sanjay Raghavan, VP, web3 Initiatives at Roofstock, to FinTech Focus TV. In this episode, we dive deep into Sanjay's journey— a seasoned finance professional who has embraced the world of Web3 and DeFi. The pair share their insightful take on DeFi lending, revolutionising borrowing and lending with cutting-edge asset-based solutions. Tun...

Joining Toby in the FinTech Focus TV studio is Russell Thornton, Business Development Director at TRAFiX. We gain an exclusive look at one of the UK's most exciting, emerging providers of next generation trading software and connectivity solutions. Russell guides us through the firm's move from the US to the UK, and what it means to have boots on the ground here in Europe. The pair talk...

On this special episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby is joined by a panel of experts to add their take on the polarising debate around digital assets. Toby is delighted to welcome: Helen Disney, Director of The Realization Group Jack McDonald, CEO & Chairman of the Board at PolySign, Inc. Matthew Homer, Board Director of Gemini and Managing Member, The Department of XYZ  FTX caused quite a stir i...

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Gustaf Hult, Head of BaaS at Intergiro. After spending 10 years in traditional banking, Gustaf realized that the traditional ways were too limiting and decided to make a move. Intergiro caught his attention with their vision to build a banking platform, and though their initial plan failed, they persevered and created a cloud-native platfor...

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby introduces Dino Dedic, COO of Marvelsoft, a company redefining electronic trading. The conversation centres around Marvelsoft's expansion into the Asian market, which brought unique challenges, due to cultural differences surrounding the pandemic, and evolving trading trends.  Dino emphasizes the importance of agility and adaptability to cater to the...

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Khalid Talukder, Co-Founder & CEO at DKK Partners Ltd. In this episode we get an insight into the remarkable journey of DKK Partners Ltd, how they are revolutionising FX services, and unlocking global markets for emerging economies. How their solution accelerates invoice settlements, empowering importers by saving time and accelerating...

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Reena Raichura, Director, Head of Product Solutions at Interop.io and Steve Grob, Founder of Vision57. We get an exclusive look at the recent merger of Glue 42 and Finsemble — two world-renowned interoperability platforms that have joined forces to make Interop.io.   Reena, who was recently named FinTech Person of the Year, introduces strai...

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Claude Goulet, CEO of Siege FX Limited.  Claude shares his incredible journey thus far: from pitching and implementing ground-breaking ideas within banks, to embarking on a new venture with Siege FX Ltd.   And we're prompted to change our perspective. We're prompted to consider a solution that doesn't just solve a singular ch...