

EP #512 - Michael Wüst: Building a Fintech Scaleup for International Payments & Collections
Aug 13, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Michael Wüst, founder and CEO of amnis, shares his journey in revolutionizing international payments for SMEs. He dives into the hurdles posed by outdated banking systems and the necessity for cloud-native technology. Wüst discusses how AI is reshaping banking and the importance of strategic partnerships for growth, especially in the European market. He also addresses the nuances of market localization and the evolution of his leadership role amid expansion, all while envisioning the future of fintech.
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SMEs Are The Missing Middle In Payments
- Michael Wüst observed midsized companies are underserved between global banks and neobanks.
- He built Amnis to automate workflows and lower international transaction costs for SMEs.
Choose Cloud-Native And API-First
- Build cloud-native, API-first systems to avoid legacy integration drag.
- Prioritize direct connectivity where possible to gain operational speed and agility.
Core Banking And Apps As One Product
- Amnis built a core banking system plus client apps as one product.
- This unified architecture enables faster scaling and adding new application layers.