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Live from TradingTech Summit 2025 in Canary Wharf, this episode of FinTech Focus TV features Joe Ronan, Lead Engineer EMEA at 3forge, in conversation with host Toby Babb.  They explore how AI is reshaping software development, the evolution of engineering roles in financial services, and how 3forge is enabling firms to build scalable, high-performance front-end solutions.  From cutting-edge techno...

AI, Capital Markets & The Future of Finance The latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is here! Host Toby Babb sits down with Bin Ren, Founder & CEO at SigTech, to explore how AI is revolutionising capital markets, reshaping investment strategies, and redefining productivity. Key topics include: - The evolution of AI from co-pilot to autonomous agent -  How GenAI is transforming decision-makin...

Harnessing AI Data Driven Digital Transformation  Live from TradingTech Summit 2025 in Canary Wharf, Toby sits down with Monika Fernando, Head of Global FI Client Data Analytics & Head of FI eTrading Strategy EAP at TD Securities. They dive into the real impact of AI in financial institutions—is it all hype, or are we seeing real value? Monika shares insights on AI adoption, workplace transfor...

Is innovation revolutionising global payments—or are we just scratching the surface? In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby Babb sits down with Nick Kerigan, Managing Director and Head of Innovation at Swift, to explore the evolution of cross-border payments, the role of digital assets, and how Swift is driving innovation from within.   Nick shares insights on:  - The transformation of cross-bo...

Unlocking the Power of Historical Data What’s the key to unlocking real value in AI, trading strategies, and market analytics? High-quality historical data. Live from TradingTech Summit London, this episode of FinTech Focus TV dives into the evolution of historical market data and its role in shaping smarter trading decisions. Toby sits down with Elliot Banks, Chief Product Officer at BMLL, and Be...

Innovation in Financial Markets and why Quality is the new Speed... Toby is delighted to welcome Scott Bradley, CEO at OneChronos Markets UK on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV. Scott shares insights into how OneChronos is redefining execution services with advanced auction theory, smart market models, and a fresh approach to liquidity. From hyper-growth in the U.S. to expanding into the UK...

Is the Future of Trading Ready for Its Next Evolution?  In the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby sits down with Rebecca Healey and Matt Coupe, Co-Chairs of FIX EMEA, for an exclusive look into the upcoming FIX EMEA Trading Conference. They dive into how FIX is shaping the future of trading and data standards, the growing impact of AI and innovation in fintech, and why NextGen talent and div...

How Do You Build a FinTech That Lasts? In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, host Toby Babb sits down with Igor Tomych, Founder & CEO at DashDevs, to explore the key ingredients behind a thriving FinTech business. From team structures and organisational agility to innovation trends and the evolving FinTech landscape, Igor shares his expert insights on navigating rapid technological change.  Dis...

How Can Smaller Firms Outpace Giants in FinTech Innovation Tune in to the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV,   hosted by Toby, featuring Will Winter-Saile, Managing Director at Redburn Atlantic.  Discover how Will and his team are driving cutting-edge advancements in trading technology, balancing innovation with agility, and redefining how smaller firms can compete with industry giants. From tack...

What does it take to become a stratospheric CEO and build a culture of success?  On this episode of FinTech Focus TV , Toby Babb sits down with Georgie Dickins, Author of Stratospheric CEOs and Managing Director & Co-Founder at Cajetan. Georgie shares her incredible journey from 20 years in financial services to founding a leadership development business and writing a must-read book. Together,...

Can Innovation and Collaboration Solve FinTech’s Biggest Challenges?   Join us for an inspiring conversation on  FinTech Focus TV, recorded live at FinTech Connect at the Excel Centre in London. Guest host Ian Bailey speaks with  Ninika Nanda, Founder, CEO & CPO of Invest Connect Marketplace, about the future of innovation and collaboration in FinTech. In this episode, Ninika shares how Invest...

Is Bitcoin the Key to Mainstream Financial Transformation?   In the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby sits down with Peter Lane, Co-Founder & CEO of Jacobi Asset Management, to explore how they're revolutionising access to digital assets through regulated Bitcoin ETFs.    From his journey starting on the day Lehman Brothers collapsed to driving innovation in asset management, Peter...

How is EBRD transforming FinTech across emerging markets?  Recorded at FinTech Connect 2024 at the ExCeL Centre in London, this episode features an oberservation into the world of private equity and FinTech investments with Alexandre Monnier, Principal Banker, Private Equity at EBRD, hosted by Ian Bailey. Discover how the EBRD is driving innovation, inclusion, and sustainability across emerging ma...

Is Collaboration the Key to Restructuring RegTech? Join Toby on FinTech Focus TV as he sits down with Leo Labels, Founder and CEO of REGnosys, to explore the fascinating world of regulatory technology.  From his journey at Goldman Sachs to founding REGnosys, Leo shares insights into how his company is transforming capital markets compliance through innovative, collaborative solutions.  Discover ho...

Is AI the Key to Shaking Up Compliance in FinTech? In this episode of Fintech Focus TV, recorded live at the ExCeL Centre in London, Toby sits down with Rhim Shah, Co-Founder and CEO of Arva AI. Rhim shares his inspiring journey and discusses how his company is revolutionising business verification through cutting-edge AI solutions.   He highlights the entrepreneurial energy at FinTech Connect and...

Is This the Blueprint for FinTech Success in 2025? In the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV Toby sits down with Eugénie Colonna d'Istria, Investor at Finch Capital, for a deep dive into the future of FinTech. Eugénie shares her expertise on the evolving landscape of the industry, discussing the highlights of the State of FinTech Report 2024, including the resilience of the European market an...

Unlocking the Power of AI in Finance   In the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV, host Ian Bailey engages in an insightful conversation with Ashlea Atigolo, Co-Founder of INATIGO and Finley AI, recorded at FinTech Connect 2024 in London. Ashlea reveals her transformative journey from wealth management to creating Finley AI, an advanced financial AI agent that is revolutionising data processing, pr...

Is This the Blueprint for Success in FinTech Venture Capital? On the latest FinTech Focus TV, Toby sits down with Mark Beeston, Founder of Illuminate Financial, for an insightful conversation about the evolution of venture capital in FinTech.  Mark reflects on Illuminate Financial's 10-year journey and their unique venture capital model. He explores key trends shaping financial services techn...

Live on stage at FinTech Connect, Toby Babb is joined by Clare Jones, Chief People Officer at GSS, Joachim Lauterbach, CEO at valantic FSA and Lili Singh, People Business Partner at Calastone. Together, they explore strategies for building successful workplaces in FinTech. The panel discuss practical approaches to leadership, talent retention, and fostering communication, sharing insights from the...

How Will AI and FinTech Shape the Future of Innovation and Equality? Join Toby as he sits down with Jerry Floros, FinTech Expert and Founder of FinTech Bites, live from FinTech Connect 2024 at the Excel Centre, London. With over a decade of experience in the industry, Jerry reflects on the challenges and opportunities facing startups, including his game-changing “Three T’s” framework: Timing, Team...

FIX’s Role in the Future of Finance Join Toby as he speaks with Jim Kaye, Executive Director at FIX Trading Community, in the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV, recorded live from the FIX Americas Trading Conference in New York City. They dive into key topics shaping the industry today, including the future of AI in trading, the evolution of FIX over 30 years, and exciting initiatives like Women...

How Are Women Transforming the Future of FIX Trading? Join us on FinTech Focus TV, hosted by Toby, as we feature the incredible Emiko Kamoda and Katie Kolchin, founding members of Women of FIX. Recorded live at the FIX Americas Trading Conference in New York, this episode dives into their mission to empower women in the FIX trading community through career mentorship, community building, and knowl...

Is This the Future of Global Payments?  On the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby is joined by Adam Swartzbaugh, CEO and Co-Founder of Almond FinTech, for an extraordinary conversation about the future of global money movement, financial inclusion, and blockchain innovation.  Almond FinTech is not just another player in the FinTech space; they’re revolutionising cross-border payments by leve...

Digital Assets Unveiled...   Join our host Toby Babb as he speaks with Lona Mozumder, Director of Commercial Strategy at Cloudburst Technologies, recorded live at the FIX Americas conference in New York.  In this episode, they dive into the world of digital assets, discussing the importance of trust, regulation and the future of cryptocurrency.   Lona shares insights on how Cloudburst Technologies...

What makes AiMi the right tool to address age-old people problems in financial services?  On the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV , Toby welcomes Ollie Cadman, CEO & Founder of AiMi to the show. Ollie shares insights from his 20-year journey in financial services, the innovative story behind AiMi, and the powerful role of generative AI in transforming infrastructure and change management.  D...