RiskReversal Pod The Retail Read-Through + Practical AI Use Cases with Current CTO Trevor Marshall
May 21, 2025
Trevor Marshall, CTO and Co-founder of Current, shares his expertise on the FinTech landscape and the potential for mergers and acquisitions. He discusses the influence of rising yields on retailers and the housing market, as well as the job cuts affecting major tech firms. The conversation then shifts to the exciting realm of generative AI, its diverse applications in finance, and how it transforms customer service in regulated sectors. Trevor emphasizes the importance of trust and collaboration in harnessing AI for future growth.
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Impact of Rising Yields on Markets
- Rising yields above 4.5% for the 10-year are catching markets off guard.
- Higher rates strongly pressure the housing market and increase risk of a stock market correction.
Limitations of AI in Fintech Service
- Generative AI customer service automation easily handles 30-50% of simple queries.
- Complex fintech tasks require precise regulatory guardrails limiting full automation.
AI Boosts Developer Productivity
- AI-assisted coding increases engineer productivity rather than just reducing headcount.
- Developers shift focus toward system design and communication with stakeholders.