Jessica Cath

Tom Easterby, Head of Fintech at HSBC Innovation Banking, joins Jessica Cath, a financial crime expert, and Sophie Condie, CEO of Shieldpay, to discuss major shifts in fintech. They explore the rise of AI in investment, the looming disappearance of TSB due to potential Santander acquisition, and Robinhood's exciting move into tokenized equities. The group also touches on Monzo's hefty fine for regulatory lapses and the need for better diversity and inclusion within financial services, especially concerning LGBTQ+ representation.

Alberto Dalmasso, CEO of Satispay, shares insights on Italy's mobile payment landscape and challenges in fintech regulation. Jessica Cath, a partner at Thistle Initiatives, discusses the serious implications of Starling Bank's £29 million fine due to inadequate crime controls. They dive into Nationwide's significant acquisition of Virgin Money and the antitrust lawsuit against Visa, unpacking the impact on the UK's banking sector and the pressing need for effective governance in a rapidly evolving financial landscape.

Guest Jessica Cath, Head of Financial Crime at Thistle Initiatives, discusses how money launderers use luxury goods like cars and watches to hide wealth. Topics include stages of money laundering, secondary markets, risk-based measures for businesses, and responsible consumer purchasing decisions to avoid complicity in financial crime.