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How can stablecoins offer more than just stability? In our recent podcast episode, Lesley Chavkin from Paxos introduced us to their innovative yield-bearing stablecoin. Designed for regions with high inflation like Latin America, this product allows holders to earn interest on their assets, similar to a high-yield savings account. Tune in to learn how blockchain technology is transforming financia...

Did you know Ghana is pioneering Central Bank Digital Currency initiatives? Kwame Oppong, the Director of Fintech and Innovation at the Bank of Ghana, explained the rationale and detailed their pilot programs. What's fascinating is the Bank of Ghana's focus on both high-value, high-volume environments and low-value, low-volume scenarios to ensure comprehensive feasibility studies. By addressing ch...

Exploring the vast landscape of AI in finance with Xiaochen Zhang, Chief Responsible AI Officer & Executive Director at AI 2030, we delved into how artificial intelligence is transforming customer experiences and decision-making processes within financial institutions. Did you know that AI-driven solutions are not only enhancing efficiency but also significantly improving accuracy in financial...

Dive into our latest podcast episode featuring Ian Woolford, Director of the Money and Cash Department at the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. Discover the declining trend of cash usage, the promise of Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), and its potential to revolutionize the financial sector. Uncover insights on innovation, trust, and the future of digital transactions. Don't miss this compelling d...

Quicker settlement offers enhanced benefits in adapting to industry developments. It's time for bold steps in innovating financial market infrastructure for a seamless and efficient future. Listen to the latest episode of the P.I.T. Exchange where we chat with Marc Bayle de Jessé about financial market infrastructure and innovation challenges. Tune in now!

Join us for an exciting and insightful episode of our podcast featuring Binur Zhalenov from the National Payment Corporation of Kazakhstan, a subsidiary of the Kazakhstan Central Bank. Binur takes us through the transformative payment innovations and technological advancements in Kazakhstan, shares his career journey, and discusses the strategic initiatives of the National Bank along with the coun...

Welcome to another episode, recorded live from Kuala Lumpur at the Currency Research Payments Week. This week has been filled with insightful discussions, and today, we are thrilled to be joined by Aman Cheema from Featurespace, a pioneering company in the field of machine learning and AI-based fraud prevention. In this conversation, we will be focusing on the current state of fraud detection, the...

Another exciting conversation in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia this week at Currency Research’s Payments Week.  We had the pleasure of speaking with Joachim Samuelsson, CEO at Crunchfish.    Our discussion centered around the company's pioneering work in offline payments and their unique approach to device-agnostic security for mobile clients. The conversation provided a wealth of insights into the evolv...

In this new special episode of our podcast recorded onsite at Currency Research’s Payments Week in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, we had the pleasure of hosting Alan Koenigsberg, the Global Head of Large/Middle Market Segments and Working Capital Solutions at Visa. Alan shared his experience in the evolving finance landscape, focusing on the critical themes of automation, digitization, and embedded finan...

Welcome to the first podcast episode in Spanish by Currency Research hosted by our VP, Sergio Sanchez. In our latest episode, we had the pleasure of diving deep into the world of cash management and exploring the innovations shaping the future of currency. Tune in now to listen to the full episode!

Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast! We enjoyed recording a special live episode at the Banknote Conference in Fort Worth, Texas. It was an exhilarating day filled with engaging activities and the unique opportunity to host a live guest, Mr. Steve Son, who oversees Fed Cash Services for the Federal Reserve Financial Services Group. Steve Son shared his extensive responsibilities in managi...

We are excited to share our latest podcast episode featuring Mark Gould, Chief Payments Executive for the Federal Reserve! Are you curious about how instant payments will shape payments in the next decade? Join us as we dive into the potential use cases and the coexistence of traditional payment rails. Mark Gould shares intriguing insights. Tune in now!

In our recent podcast episode, we had the pleasure of engaging with Claire Conby, the Executive Director and Operations and Innovation Lead at the Digital Pound Foundation. Together, we explored cutting-edge developments in payment innovation and technology, with a special focus on Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and the pivotal role of the Digital Pound Foundation.  Don't miss out on our...

Payment technology has the potential to reshape lives by removing friction and creating more access. Jens Seidl, CEO/President at Currency Research, hosts this podcast episode and interviewed Victoria Cleland from the Bank of England. The conversation was rich with insights into the evolving payment landscape, and we're excited to share the episode with you, our fellow podcasters interested in tec...

Welcome to the latest episode of the P.I.T. Exchange, where we delve into the fascinating world of payments innovation and technology. We had the pleasure of engaging in a thought-provoking conversation with Matthias Schroth, DDirector Cash Management, Equity Interests & Internal Services at Oesterreichische Nationalbank, the Austrian National Bank. Our discussion centered on the enduring rele...

Our Second Special Release Episode at Money 20/20 is Live and Waiting for You! Industry experts Rufaida Hamilton, Irina Chuckina, and Julia Demidova engaged in a compelling discussion, offering diverse perspectives on cross-border payments, real-time transactions, digital currencies, fraud management, data privacy, and the balance between standardization and flexibility in the payments landscape....

Our special release episode is here! We recently had the pleasure of hosting a fascinating discussion during Asia Money 20/20 Live with industry experts Romain Zanolo, Dwight Willis, and Nilixa Devlukia, who brought their unique perspectives to the table. Today, we are excited to share that conversation, which covered everything from central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) to the role of digital i...

Welcome to our latest episode, where we delve into the transformative world of cross-border payments and digital currencies. We had the pleasure of moderating a riveting discussion during a LinkedIn live session with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry. Today, we're excited to share the insights and key takeaways from that conversation with you, our fellow podcasters interested in tec...

Our enlightening discussion between our VP, Gonzalo Santamaria, and Jean-Michel Godeffroy provided a wealth of knowledge on the latest trends in payments innovation. From the significance of cross-border payments to the transformative potential of AI and CBDCs, we covered the spectrum of possibilities that central banks are facing in this dynamic sector. As we continue to witness the evolution of...

We recently had the pleasure of hosting a thought-provoking episode on our podcast with our esteemed guest Ananya Kumar, who works at the Atlantic Council's Geoeconomic Center. Ananya joined us to discuss her recent article on the urgent need for a reimagined payment system to rebuild the Palestinian economy. The center, where Ananya contributes her expertise, is at the forefront of addressing iss...

Our conversation with Peter Tapling, a seasoned expert in technology and cryptography, was particularly enlightening. With a rich background in information security and a pivotal role in the launch of the Zelle platform, Peter brought a wealth of knowledge to our discussion.

Hello, fellow podcasters and enthusiasts in the technology and finance sectors! We are the team behind the PIT Exchange, the latest podcast series brought to you by Currency Research. As your hosts, we’re thrilled to embark on this journey, where we’ll be diving deep into the ever-evolving world of payments and technology. We’re excited to engage with industry experts and thought leaders who will...