

Alex Johnson
Founder of Fintech Takes, a newsletter and podcast analyzing the intersection of finance, technology, and public policy.
Top 5 podcasts with Alex Johnson
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Apr 14, 2025 • 1h 5min
953. News: Tariff turmoil, what might be the fallout for fintech?
In this discussion, Sarah Kocianski, CEO of Fintech Wales, Alex Johnson, founder of Fintech Takes, and Sophie Winwood, Co-Founder & CEO at unlock VC, delve into ambitious topics shaking the fintech realm. They tackle the impact of tariff shifts on IPOs, highlighting the volatility faced by companies like Klarna. The panel also shines a light on early-stage investments in the UK, Brazil's innovative PIX installment feature, and Toulouse's crypto travel payments, all while exploring the future of fintech amidst economic challenges.

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Jun 23, 2025 • 1h 5min
973. News: Walmart and Amazon explore stablecoins, and has Chime's IPO set a new benchmark for fintechs?
In this discussion, Alex Johnson, founder of Fintech Takes, Miguel Armaza of Gilgamesh Ventures, and Evan Simmonds from Up dive deep into the latest fintech trends. They explore Chime's remarkable 37% stock surge post-IPO and Walmart and Amazon's intriguing interest in stablecoins amidst changing regulations. The conversation delves into Up's innovative in-app group money feature, designed to help users manage shared expenses effectively, and the introduction of Pix Automático in Brazil, a game-changer for recurring payments.

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May 9, 2025 • 45min
Synapse, One Year Later: A Very Special Episode
Alex Johnson, writer of the Fintech Takes newsletter, and Jesse Silverman, counsel at Troutman Pepper with a rich background in consumer finance and banking law, delve into the complexities surrounding the recent Synapse bankruptcy. They discuss accountability and recent regulatory responses, pointing fingers at key players while also reflecting on lessons for banks, fintechs, and regulators. The conversation emphasizes the urgent need for improved regulatory frameworks and transparency to navigate the evolving landscape of consumer banking and protect stakeholders.

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Jun 6, 2024 • 49min
Fintech Recap: What Synapse's Collapse Means For BaaS, Fintech
Alex Johnson, creator of Fintech Takes newsletter, discusses Synapse's bankruptcy impact on BaaS & fintech, Visa's new 'crebit' credential, CFPB's buy now, pay later guidance, and ongoing finhealth topics with host.

Jul 25, 2024 • 36min
The Future of Bank-Fintech Partnerships and Banking as a Service
Jesse Silverman, a key member of Troutman Pepper's Financial Services team, joins fintech expert Alex Johnson, author of the Fintech Takes newsletter. They dive into the future of bank-fintech partnerships and the critical role of banking as a service. Topics include the regulatory challenges fintechs face and the necessity for improved consumer disclosures. They emphasize the balance between fostering innovation and ensuring compliance while advocating for a collaborative regulatory approach to strengthen the financial ecosystem.