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On this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby is joined by Roger Balch, Chief Commercial Officer at ETPLink, to explore how they’re transforming one of the most overlooked areas in financial services: the ETF creation and redemption process.This episode dives into:- Why the ETF primary market is due for a tech overhaul- How DLT and smart contracts are enabling real efficiency- What it takes to scale a FinTech business globally- The team, talent, and tech behind ETPLink’s successWith almost 40 counterparties already onboard and global expansion underway, this is one of the most exciting conversations we’ve had on the evolution of capital markets infrastructure.FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

On this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby Babb sits down with Daniel Curry, Chief Revenue Officer at Connamara, to explore how a 25-year-old capital markets firm is embracing innovation without compromising its reputation for delivering certainty.From the successful spinout of EP3 to pioneering exchange technology and helping clients migrate from legacy systems to microservices architecture, Dan shares what it takes to stay relevant and resilient in a rapidly evolving space.FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby is joined by Jim Sadler, Chief Product, Technology and Operations Officer at AutoRek, for a powerful conversation on one of the most transformative topics in financial services today: agent-to-agent collaboration and the real-world application of AI.Jim shares his expert view on how we move beyond the hype and into the practical, exploring the shift from automation to autonomy, the critical importance of trust in intelligent agent ecosystems, and why the future of financial services depends on more than just competence. With compelling insights on how customer value, transparency, and convenience will drive the next wave of innovation, this episode is a must-watch for anyone shaping the future of FinTech.FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

This week on FinTech Focus TV, Toby sits down with Matt Dangerfield, Director at Financial Technology Advisors, for a look into the pioneering edge of FinTech, from fractional CTO work and Web3 innovation to Dev Everything culture, vibe coding, and the AI–crypto convergence.With over 45 engagements in 10 years across AR/VR, front office trading, blockchain, and beyond, Matt shares practical insight from the frontline of financial technology transformation.FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

In the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby Babb sits down with Ernst Dolce, Co-Founder and CEO at Banqora, to explore how AI is tackling settlement failures, reducing infrastructure costs, and empowering financial institutions to scale with speed.If you're serious about the future of data, AI, and capital markets infrastructure, this is one you don’t want to miss. FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby sits down with Laura Cornely, CEO & Co-Founder at Count Finance, to explore the bold vision behind the first fully automated, regulated financial advisor app. From VC insights to scaling through the FCA Sandbox, Laura shares her founder journey, lessons from private equity, and what it takes to reshape personal finance in the UK and beyond.FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby sits down with Mike Clarke, Chief Executive Officer at Mallon Associates, to explore why customised training is more than just a perk, it’s a competitive advantage.From capturing institutional knowledge to creating tailored development programmes that boost retention, Mike shares actionable strategies that help businesses build loyal, high-performing teams in an industry where average tenure can be less than 18 months.FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby is joined by Julia Bardmesser, CEO of Data4Real LLC, to unpack how businesses can unlock real value from AI and data, not just buzzwords.From her work with global organisations to her lectures at NYU, Julia shares why effective data strategies start with business goals, not tech tools. If you're navigating digital transformation, this episode will challenge how you think about value, culture, and impact.FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby is joined by Tom Darvall, Managing Director at Caplin Systems, to explore the cutting-edge shifts in trading tech, from voice to e-trading, AI-driven sales desks, and how Caplin is driving digital transformation across capital markets.From improving sales productivity to delivering seamless client experiences, Tom shares powerful insights into the future of FX, digital assets, and what’s next for modern trading platforms.FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, recorded at the AI in Capital Markets Summit in NYC, Toby sits down with Mick Hittesdorf, OneTick Cloud Product Architect at OneMarketData, for a deep dive into the real foundations of AI success in capital markets.From embracing interoperability and open data formats to building trust through data quality and governance, this episode explores how OneMarketData is enabling the next generation of market data innovation.FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com