Fintech Insider Podcast by 11:FS
806. News: Alphabet's mega Monzo deal and The Rock's Mighty Oak
Nov 27, 2023
This week's guests, Iana Dimitrova and Ralph Rogge, join the hosts to discuss Google's £300m investment in Monzo, Crezco's £12m raise and partnership with Xero, Revolut's bond trading feature, the demand for open banking regulation in Canada, Petal's search for a buyer, Mastercard's entrance into China's domestic payment processing, and The Rock's Mighty Oak debit card launch.
01:03:57
Episode guests
AI Summary
AI Chapters
Episode notes
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
- Actor Dwayne Johnson partners with Acorns to launch a tungsten debit card with real-time roundup and up to 5% interest.
- Mastercard gains approval to offer yuan-denominated bank cards in China, boosting participation in the digital economy.
Deep dives
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson teams up with Acorns to launch a new debit card
Actor and wrestler Dwayne Johnson has partnered with Acorns to launch a new debit card made from tungsten. The card includes a real-time roundup feature and pays up to 5% interest. It offers a range of benefits, including a reward scheme and access to learning resources.
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
