Fintech Newscast

How do you trade without ever losing money? This week, Perpetuals Group CEO Patrick Gruhn, LL.M., MBA joins us to discuss UpsideOnly, a platform where users make market predictions while the company takes the trading risk. We also discuss how lessons from FTX helped shape a different approach to retail trading and prediction markets https://www.perpetuals.com Click Subscribe to keep up to date on...

Will your next loan be underwritten by an AI agent? EnFi CEO Joshua Summers and CTO Scott Weller explain how AI agents are transforming lending, what regulators expect, and why this could be the biggest operational shift banks have seen in years Plus, X Money edges closer to reality. https://www.enfi.ai Click Subscribe to keep up to date on the world of fintech!  Reach us at info@fintechnewsc...

Why this fintech has bet it all on the small business market. Dave Gilbert, CEO of FairSquare joins us to talk about building a fintech, helping SMBs access capital, and why the future of lending is changing. Plus we explore why prediction markets are gaining traction across fintech and banking https://www.fairsquare.com Click Subscribe to keep up to date on the world of fintech!  Reach us at info...

Who should control your financial data—you or your bank? Steve Boms, Executive Director at FDATA, joins us to break down open finance, Section 1033, and the future of consumer data access. A timely discussion for fintech leaders, innovators, and investors. Plus we discuss whether agentic AI is ready to take over your portfolio and spending https://fdata.global Click Subscribe to keep up to date on...

Can great culture be a competitive advantage? Rob Calvert, founder of Second Son Consulting, shares why strong company culture remains essential and the keys to keeping your operations efficient and secure. Plus Pope Leo XIV provides tech support on the impact of AI on jobs and society this week on the Fintech Newscast https://secondsonconsulting.com Click Subscribe to keep up to date on the world...

How do companies handle bad news the right way? And when should a challenge become a pivot? We had a great conversation with Alina Sysoeva of Drofa Comms on PR, strategy, and smart communication. Plus the new Women Leading The Way podcast and community for female industry professionals and decision-makers https://www.drofa-ra.com https://womenlead.co.uk Click Subscribe to keep up to date on the wo...

What does the  CLARITY Act  really mean for fintech and crypto? And can tokenization actually help solve real-world problems like affordable housing? This week, Maja Vujinovic of FG Nexus joins us for a fascinating conversation on blockchain, digital assets, and the future of tokenization—with insights from a true tech pioneer and early adopter Click Subscribe to keep up to date on the world of fi...

What’s really driving fintech right now? We sit down with Aidan Corbett, CEO of Wayflyer, on how data-driven underwriting and market shifts are creating new opportunities (and challenges) in SMB lending as well as globally expanding your business early Plus— The latest on fintech M&A, stablecoin trends, and Adyen’s first major acquisition this week on the Fintech Newscast https://wayflye...

AI is coming for your bank account… but should it? This week, Steve and John break down  Agentic Finance , Anthropic’s new banking tools, and the real risks behind AI in finance. Plus—higher interest rates are reshaping fintech fast Raising money will get harder. Bank charters? Back in style. Click Subscribe to keep up to date on the world of fintech!  Reach us at info@fintechnewscast.com or on Bl...

The fintech landscape continues to shift at a rapid pace. We dive into the latest developments—from “Trump accounts” and Revolut’s U.S. push to the rising threat of cybercrime in financial services. What does it all mean for the future of financial services—and who stands to benefit (or lose)? Click Subscribe to keep up to date on the world of fintech!  Reach us at info@fintechnewscast.com or on B...

What is a non-custodial DeFi app—and how does it compete with neobanks? Keeping up on the latest in saving and investing with Vikram Arun the CEO and co-founder of Superform this week on the Fintech Newscast! https://www.superform.xyz Click Subscribe to keep up to date on the world of fintech!  Reach us at info@fintechnewscast.com or on BlueSky (https://bsky.app/profile/fintechnewscast.bsky.social...

Running a global fintech isn’t easy—so how do you do it right? John Mitchell the CEO of Episdoe Six joins us to talk embedded payments, the role of stablecoins, and the Austin tech scene this week on the Fintech Newscast! https://episodesix.com Click Subscribe to keep up to date on the world of fintech!  Reach us at info@fintechnewscast.com or on BlueSky (https://bsky.app/profile/fintechnewscast.b...

How can I invest in the next Monet? Guiding us through the world of art investments is Clear Art Reserve founder Clare Baukham. Why you don’t need to be an art expert and how the returns can be surprisingly strong this week on the Fintech Newscast https://www.clear-art-reserve.com Click Subscribe to keep up to date on the world of fintech!  Reach us at info@fintechnewscast.com or on BlueSky (https...

Are you a value investor and what does that even mean these days? How do you turn complex analytics into clear investment signals? Join us for a great conversation with George Kailas, the CEO and Co-Founder of Prospero.ai on his experience and investment solutions this week on the Fintech Newscast https://www.prospero.ai Click Subscribe to keep up to date on the world of fintech!  Reach us at info...

Why are alternative lenders gaining ground on big banks? Big thanks to Avanza Capital Holdings CEO & Founder Frank Scarso for joining the Fintech Newscast to share perspectives on scaling a fintech, keeping great people, and the rise of alternative lenders. His new book The Hard Way Home is available now on Amazon The Hard Way Home on Amazon https://avanza.nyc/ Click Subscribe to keep up to da...

Very smart take on blockchain applications and technology investments from our guest Fifth Era Partners CEO Matthew Le Merle. Why the current payment system needs an update and the challenges of getting to the next step this week on the Fintech Newscast https://www.fifthera.com Click Subscribe to keep up to date on the world of fintech!  Reach us at info@fintechnewscast.com or on BlueSky (https://...

Thanks so much to Bluevine Chief Product Officer Herman Man for joining us with some sharp fintech insights. The latest on the SMB market, the limits of traditional banks and we learn about AIO this week on the Fintech Newscast https://www.bluevine.com Click Subscribe to keep up to date on the world of fintech!  Reach us at info@fintechnewscast.com or on BlueSky (https://bsky.app/profile/fintechne...

Thanks so much to Nnamdi Okike, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at 645 Ventures for joining us on the Fintech Newscast. Listen in for insights on the AI bubble, how fintech founders should raise capital and a lot more this week https://645ventures.com Click Subscribe to keep up to date on the world of fintech!  Reach us at info@fintechnewscast.com or on BlueSky (https://bsky.app/profile/fintechnew...

Thanks so much to Beyond Identity co-founder and CEO Jasson Casey for joining us on a fascinating dive into device bound credentials, eliminating risk vectors and next-generation authentication. Balancing a great user experience with digital security this week on the Fintech Newscast! https://www.beyondidentity.com Click Subscribe to keep up to date on the world of fintech!  Reach us at info@finte...

Really great conversation with Pismo co-founder and CTO Daniela Binatti on growing a successful fintech from Brazil and managing employees around the world. Working with giants like Citi to building a core banking and payments platform this week on the Fintech Newscast! https://www.pismo.io Click Subscribe to keep up to date on the world of fintech!  Reach us at info@fintechnewscast.com or on Blue...