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Live from the FIX EMEA Trading Conference, Toby is joined by Stephane Malrait, MD Global Head of Market Structure and Innovation for Financial Markets at ING. In this episode, Stephane highlights the crucial role of partnerships with fintech companies, aiming to integrate cutting-edge solutions that address real-world financial challenges. He sheds light on the significance of blockchain and DLT technologies in achieving instant settlement processes, signifying a leap towards more efficient market structures. Stephane also touches on the dynamic interplay between innovation and regulation, advocating for a collaborative approach with regulators to foster a more inclusive and informed investment landscape. Through a blend of technological advancement and regulatory insight, Stephane envisions a future where market efficiency and accessibility are paramount, promising a more democratised financial ecosystem for investors and institutions alike.Learn more about the FIX Trading Community and their upcoming events here: https://lnkd.in/edVpdJ4DFinTech 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

Live from the FIX EMEA Trading Conference, Toby is joined by Rabia Ceylan, UK Healthcare Manager at Talent Beyond Boundaries. In this episode, Rabia highlights her organisation's innovative efforts to close the global talent gap. By linking refugees and displaced individuals with significant job opportunities in the UK and other countries, they provide vital support to those in need while tackling severe skills shortages in sectors like technology and healthcare.Rabia delves into the dual benefits of their approach: transforming lives through skilled migration pathways while enriching businesses with dedicated, highly skilled professionals eager to contribute beyond their roles.With ambitions to expand into 27 destination countries by 2027, Rabia outlines how their model fosters a supportive network that amplifies their mission, encouraging more businesses to explore this untapped talent reservoir.Learn more about the FIX Trading Community and their upcoming events here: https://lnkd.in/edVpdJ4DFinTech 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

Exploring the transformation in the mortgage industry, Toby is joined by Peter Stimson, Head of Product at MQube on this episode of FinTech Focus TV. Peter, with over three decades of experience, discusses MQube's innovative approach in leveraging technology to enhance customer service in the mortgage sector. Post-2008 financial crisis, the industry saw a paradigm shift towards service over risk, with MQube leading the charge in redefining customer experience through a proprietary system designed to minimise friction and improve efficiency. Peter shares insights into the company's journey, the challenges faced, the strategic decisions that propelled MQube forward, and the vision for the future. For more episodes, please visit www.harringtonstarr.comFinTech 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

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Aidan Rushby, CEO of Carmoola.Aidan delves into the genesis of Carmoola, inspired by his own frustrations with buying used cars and an insightful exploration of IPO prospectuses. His relentless drive to innovate in the FinTech space led to the development of a revolutionary mobile app that empowers consumers with instant car financing options, challenging the traditional car dealership model.Aidan emphasises the importance of continuous learning and idea generation, reflecting on his entrepreneurial journey and the lessons learned from his first business venture. He also discusses the strategic fundraising efforts and the critical role of selecting the right investors who share a long-term vision for the company.The pair explore the significance of building a high-talent density team and the impact of automation and data-driven decision-making on scaling the business efficiently.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

Live from the FIX EMEA Trading Conference, Toby is joined by Nick Philpott, Co-Founder and Head of Partnerships at Zodia Markets. Nick shares his profound insights on the transformative potential of digital assets and the innovative ways they're reshaping the financial industry. Drawing parallels with historical boom-bust cycles, Nick elucidates the evolution and maturation of digital assets beyond the hype, aiming to leverage technology to fulfil its original intent - making financial transactions as seamless and integrated as the internet itself.Nick dives deep into the "original sin of the internet," discussing how early attempts to embed payments within browsers faltered, leading to today's cumbersome payment gateways. We gain a glimpse into Nick's vision of a future where finance is as accessible and ubiquitous as the internet, highlighting the inefficiencies of current financial systems and the revolutionary promise of blockchain and digital assets to democratise and expedite financial transactions worldwide.Learn more about the FIX Trading Community and their upcoming events here: https://lnkd.in/edVpdJ4DFinTech 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

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Gudmundur Kristjansson, Founder and CEO of Lucinity.In this episode, GK shares the transformative journey of Lucinity, focusing on the integration of generative AI to revolutionize AML processes. He reflects on the challenges and advancements in the financial sector, emphasising the shift towards augmented intelligence to enhance efficiency and decision-making in combating financial crime.Throughout the episode, GK highlights the importance of AI safety, user control, and the strategic use of technology to not only streamline operations but also to significantly reduce the cost and complexity of financial crime prevention.He shares insights into the future of AML and fraud detection, envisioning a more automated and human-centric approach that promises to reshape the industry.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

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV are Mike Robertson and Adrian Brown, CEO & COO and Co-Founders at AbbeyCross. Toby sat down with the pair, shortly after AbbeyCross made headlines for receiving its $6.5 million round of seed funding, led by Valar Ventures and joined by Third Prime, BNY Mellon & Gaingels. The pair recall how they met and became business partners, ultimately setting up the success story that is AbbeyCross. From here, they speak to how AbbeyCross bucks the trend in its industry when it comes to banks, and open up about how it feels to acquire seed funding, following first the post-COVID boom and the slowdown which ensued. Mike and Adrian also reveal what they’re doing to serve as a talent magnet, as the economic weather has started to shift in early 2024. A fantastic conversation with two passionate men heading a thriving business.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

Live from FinTech Connect 2023, Toby Babb is joined by Arie van den Bergen, Owner of Finnick Legal.Arie gives his view of the market place, shedding light on the practice of reverse solicitation many UK financial institutions are currently using, plus he gives a view on the challenges businesses may face as they try pushing into the Netherlands and Europe at large. Arie also speaks to the need for education regarding licences, as well as giving an outlook on where the economy could be heading in 2024, as well as what Finnick Legal plans to do. It’s a great insight into the work this business does as it advises FinTechs on all legal matters, through a period of immense churn. Such a privilege to sit down and talk with Arie at FinTech Connect 2023.Learn more about FinTech Connect and all their upcoming events here: https://www.alphaevents.com/events-fintech-connect-londonFinTech 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

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Ben Brown, CTO at Flock.Ben shares his journey from Head of Engineering to a CTO role, highlighting the evolution of his career and the pivotal moments that shaped his path. He discusses the importance of emotional intelligence over just technical skills and how a great leader early in his career helped him understand the value of EQ in leadership roles.In the conversation, Ben emphasises the critical importance of assembling high-performing teams by advocating for diversity, a balanced skill set, and the recruitment of individuals who are hungry, humble, and smart. He further delves into his leadership philosophy, underscoring the significance of being a cross-functional leader who places the overarching needs of the business above the technological aspects alone.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

Live from FinTech Connect 2023, Toby is joined by Dan Tumaykin, Founder and Managing Director at Betoola.In this episode, Dan recounts the journey he made through IT which led to him founding Betoola in 2019. The business started on a simple premise: let’s do better, and Dan and his colleague Kirill have been doing that ever since. Dan reflects on how Betoola has worked through the pandemic and grown since then, and touches on AI and the role it might have to play in transaction monitoring and other use cases. Join Toby and Dan for a great insight into how Betoola has been able to use its network to help it continue to grow into 2024 and beyond, by continuing to do better than what came before. Learn more about FinTech Connect and all their upcoming events here: https://www.alphaevents.com/events-fintech-connect-londonFinTech 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