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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

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Phil Goffin, Founder, President and CEO of ZILO.Phil shares his remarkable journey from a banking background to becoming a fintech entrepreneur in the UK. He delves into his experiences founding Calastone, and his latest venture, ZILO.Phil discusses the challenges of raising Series A funding, the strategic importance of aligning with custodian banks, and the necessity of a strong, experienced team to navigate the complexities of the financial sector. He emphasises the critical role of resilience in entrepreneurship and outlines his vision for ZILO, with aspirations for a future stock market listing.Highlighting the shift from traditional financial technologies to innovative, cloud-based solutions, Phil's story is a testament to the power of strategic thinking, team building, and the relentless pursuit of 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

Live from FinTech Connect 2023, Toby is joined by Ninika Nanda, Live from FinTech Connect 2023, Toby is joined by Ninika Nanda, Product Executive, Strategy & Growth, Founder, Mentor and Ambassador at Women of FinTech.In this episode, Ninika emphasises the critical importance of diversity and inclusiveness in the fintech sector. She reflects on her experiences across various global markets and how they've shaped her approach to fostering inclusive cultures in organisations.The conversation also explores the dynamic changes in customer behaviour, especially post-COVID, and the rapid adaptation of businesses to these shifts. Join Toby and Ninika for a deep dive into the exciting future of fintech in 2024, where inclusivity, innovation, and customer-centric approaches are leading the way. 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

Welcome back to another special episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby is joined by three of our Top 1% Workplace Awards judges:💫 Kate Bohn- Financial Services Global Lead and Public Speaker  💫 David Harris- Head of Banking and Markets at Baringa Partners💫 David Williams- UK Banking & Capital Markets Technology Advisory, EYTogether, they dive into the essentials of creating a top 1% workplace in the fintech sector, a topic more relevant than ever in today's dynamic work environment.From the importance of a people-first culture, empowering leadership, continuous learning, and the value of diversity. Gain actionable insights and real-world examples to elevate your company culture, boost employee engagement, and stay competitive.Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from the best about creating an environment where talent flourishes and innovation thrives. Download your free copy of The Financial Technologist to explore more insights from our Top 1% Workplace Award winners 👇https://www.harringtonstarr.com/resources/download/the-top-1--workplace-awards-2023---the-financial-technologist/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 anticipation of the next FIX EMEA Trading Conference, join Toby, Rebecca Healey and Matthew Coupe, in this exclusive FinTech Focus TV episode!We gain even more insight into the upcoming FIX EMEA Trading Conference 2024 as Matthew and Rebecca delve into what makes this year's event not just bigger, but bolder and more impactful than ever before.The pair discuss the event's global agenda and its significance in setting the stage for strategic discussions and collaborative efforts aimed at enhancing the trading workflow and market efficiency across the board.From the evolution of electronic trading to tackling the entire trade lifecycle, the conversation covers the critical role of the FIX protocol in the industry's continuous improvement.Matthew and Rebecca also touch upon the importance of community within the financial services industry, focusing on attracting new talent and embracing diversity.Don't miss Matthew and Rebecca in this episode as they reveal a focused T+1 settlement work stream and illuminate the major themes anticipated at the conference!And if you haven’t already, secure your ticket today: https://www.fixtrading.org/emea2024registration/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