

Bonus Episode: How Fintech Can Power SMB Growth Through Open Banking
Jul 9, 2025
09:12
In this special bonus episode brought to you in partnership with Mastercard, Suneera Madhani explores one of the biggest opportunities in fintech today: open banking.
If you're a fintech founder building tools for small businesses, this episode is packed with insights to help you create more impactful, data-driven solutions. With over 33 million SMBs in the U.S. powering nearly half the workforce, the demand for modern financial tools is only growing.
Inside the episode:
- The real reason small businesses struggle with cash flow—and how fintech can help
- A breakdown of what open banking is and why it matters right now
- Five powerful ways to leverage open banking APIs—from payments and lending to fraud prevention and financial visibility
- How to get started: choosing the right partners, using AI for better insights, and staying up-to-date on compliance needs
This conversation is especially for founders building the next generation of fintech products that support small business success.
This episode is sponsored by Mastercard. #MastercardAmbassador
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