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Recorded live at the AI in Capital Markets Summit, this episode features a brilliant conversation between Toby Babb   and Ozzie Berrios, Senior Pre-Sales Specialist at SteelEye. Ozzie shares front-line insights into how SteelEye is leveraging AI to revolutionise voice surveillance, reduce false positives, and prepare clients for the ever-evolving demands of global regulators. FinTech Focus TV is p...

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby sits down with the Managing Partner and Founder of Orchid, Zuber Seth, to unpack his extraordinary journey, at just 22, Zuber Seth is already transforming the future of asset management Zuber shares how Orchid evolved from a hedge fund concept backed by the Kuwait Investment Authority into a powerful AI platform that automates everything from model researc...

In this special episode of FinTech Focus TV , recorded  at the TradingTech Briefing in New York, Toby is joined by Krissy Lawler , Business Development at OneChronos . Krissy dives into how OneChronos is challenging convention in US equities, FX, and beyond, bringing optimisation and auction-based innovation to market structure.  They explore interdisciplinary talent, venue evolution across asset...

On this episode of FinTech Focus TV, recorded at the AI in Capital Markets Summit in NYC, Toby Babb sits down with Theo Bell, Head of AI Product at Rimes, for a dynamic conversation that explores the practical realities of AI in capital markets.  From overcoming data quality challenges to embedding intelligent agents into enterprise systems, Theo shares how Rimes is helping clients move beyond AI...

On this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby sits down with Chris Heffernan, Global Head of Fixed Income at Trading Technologies, for a powerhouse conversation on the evolution of fixed income trading. From the rise of EMS platforms and the role of AI to the future of multi-asset trading desks, this is an unmissable deep dive into market structure, innovation, and the next wave of trading technology....

On this episode of FinTech Focus TV Toby is joined by Richard Leader , Co-Founder of FastFin and FXswapX , at the TradingTech Briefing New York , for an electrifying conversation on the real-world use cases of AI in capital markets . From automating front-office workflows to building an ECN powered by GenAI, Richard unpacks what it means to be truly AI-forward, without the buzzwords. Hear how Fast...

In this special edition of FinTech Focus TV , recorded live at The Summit for Wealth Management, Toby sits down with John Glover, Co-Founder of Money Alive, to explore how video-first solutions are transforming client engagement, improving compliance with Consumer Duty, and reshaping the future of financial advice. Discover how Money Alive is helping firms educate clients, personalise comms at sca...

Toby Babb sits down with Peter McStay , Head of EMEA at OptimX Markets , for a high-impact conversation on building innovation from the ground up in electronic trading. From navigating procurement challenges to scaling across Europe and the US simultaneously, Peter shares honest insights on launching in a complex market—and why early adopters like BMO are key to industry evolution. FinTech Focus T...

In this special edition of FinTech Focus TV , recorded live at the TradingTech Briefing in New York City, Toby sits down with Matt Rafalski, Head of Sales, North America at Velox. Matt shares his expert insights on how capital markets firms are shifting from traditional buy-or-build models to a more agile buy-and-build approach. From legacy tech modernisation and real-time risk monitoring to the r...

On this episode of FinTech Focus TV , recorded at the FIX EMEA Trading Conference 2025. Toby is joined by Jim Kaye, Executive Director at FIX Trading Community, and Scott Charity, Senior Market Intelligence Specialist and Regulatory Affairs at Berenberg, FIX Co-Chair and Board Member Together, they unpack the biggest themes shaping the year ahead—from the evolving conversation around consolidated...

In this brand-new episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby is joined by Nima Montazeri, Chief Product Officer at Liberis, for a brilliant conversation exploring how embedded finance is revolutionising access to capital for small businesses globally. Nima shares how Liberis is scaling across 15+ countries, using GenAI to power faster, smarter underwriting, and building frictionless funding journeys throug...

On the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV recorded at Pay360, Ian Bailey sits down with Dr. Adam Lowe, Chief Product & Innovation Officer at CompoSecure, to explore how a metal card is transforming the way we think about security, identity, and digital assets. From carbon-neutral payments to blockchain-powered passkeys, this conversation dives deep into the fusion of physical products and cutt...

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV filmed at the FIX EMEA Trading Conference, Toby is joined by PJ Di Giammarino, Founder and CEO at RegRisk Legal Solutions, for a powerful conversation on the evolving regulatory landscape in financial services. From the rise of non-financial risk to the growing pressure for global standards and the transformative power of AI, PJ shares vital insights into what f...

This episode dives deep into the power of AI, agent-to-agent communication, and how fast innovation can really move in the trading technology space. Toby is joined by Anvar Karimson, Group CTO at Kepler Cheuvreux, and Andrew Mahoney, Managing Director at FlexTrade, to unpack how a chance conversation led to a live AI integration in just two weeks. They explore why 2025 is being called the “Year of...

Join Toby at The Summit for Wealth Management 2025, as he sits down with Emerson Welch, VP Global Marketing at Quark Software Inc., to explore how content automation is transforming wealth and asset management. From AI-powered document workflows to the essential role of human oversight, this episode dives deep into the innovations helping firms stay compliant, scalable, and efficient. Whether you&...

Recorded live from the buzzing floor of Pay360, this special episode of FinTech Focus TV sees Ian Bailey in conversation with Hugo Remi, CEO of Cardaq—one of the most forward-thinking figures in the global payments space. From bridging East and West through strategic partnerships with Visa, Mastercard, and UnionPay, to leading Cardaq’s expansion into the US, Canada, Singapore, and beyond—Hugo shar...

On this week episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby sits down with Neil Ryan, CEO – Designate, and Oliver Haste, Chief Administrative Officer – Designate at Bondtape. They share their vision for Bondtape’s future, insights into leadership transitions, and how innovation is shaping the adhesive solutions industry. Whether you're in manufacturing, business strategy, or leadership, this episode offer...

In this special episode, Ian Bailey sits down with Prajval Dsilva, VP Growth at Allica Bank, to explore the real-world impact of open-source AI, the balance between innovation and regulation, and how ethical development can shape the future of financial services. From foundation models to inclusive access, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone navigating the intersection of FinTech and eme...

In this special episode of FinTech Focus TV , Toby sits down with Antonio Curia , Founder and Managing Director of MIELI Private Office (by MIELI CAPITAL Ltd) . From macroeconomic volatility and alternative investments to the evolving role of AI in wealth management, Antonio shares sharp insights, a commitment to education, and the principles that guide elite advisory in uncertain times. FinTech F...

The next generation of trading leaders is no longer on the horizon, they’re already shaping the industry from within. In this episode of Fintech Focus TV , host Toby Babb sits down with three influential members of the FIX NextGen initiative: Rugiyya Gahramanli (LSEG), Alex Ings (UBS), and Christian Schmid (Cboe Clear). Together, they explore how FIX NextGen is redefining the way early-career prof...

Recorded live at The Summit for Wealth Management 2025, this episode features Toby Babb in conversation with Toby Brown, Senior Account Executive at Beauhurst. They dive into how data is transforming client acquisition strategies in wealth management, from identifying high-growth founders before they exit to helping advisors reframe their approach to sales. It’s a fascinating discussion about usin...

On this episode of FinTech Focus TV , Toby Babb sits down with Robert Hupe, Management Consultant – Practice Head at Knadel Solutions Ltd. Robert shares invaluable insights from his recent talk at the Summit for Wealth Management, diving into how FinTechs and asset managers can maximise supplier partnerships, balance innovation with risk, and build scalable platforms for long-term growth. With a s...

In this week’s episode of FinTech Focus TV , Toby reconnects with Tobias Sproehnle , CEO & Co-Founder of PANTA , to discuss disrupting the $25 trillion index industry. From his journey exiting Mortgage Benchmarks to building the operating system for modern index design and calculation, Tobias shares invaluable insights on innovation, adoption hurdles, and what it really takes to scale a FinTec...

This week on FinTech Focus TV , Toby sits down with Tom Doris, Head of Alpha Capture at Carlson Capital, L.P., for a conversation on the real-world impact of AI in financial markets. Recorded live at the FIX EMEA Trading Conference in London, this episode explores the practical applications of machine learning in trading, the cultural contrasts in tech adoption between the US and Europe, and why n...

What does the future of payments really look like?  Recorded live at Pay360 2025, the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV features Saran Talasila, Payment Specialist at exactly.com, in conversation with host Ian Bailey. From split payments and open banking to the power of seamless integrations and live 24/7 support—Saran shares how exactly.com is simplifying global transactions and meeting the dema...