IBS Intelligence Podcasts

Anurag Rastogi, Co-Founder & Head of Product & Technology, HylobizThe relationships between banks and SMEs are inevitably problematic. Banks don’t have the data they need from businesses in order to make informed decisions, and SMEs don’t have the time they need to provide the information to them! But there is a solution that can help, addressing the challenges small businesses face in accessing finance while offering improved intelligence to banks. Anurag Rastogi of Hylobiz and Robin Amlôt of IBS Intelligence go beyond banking to discuss innovative finance solutions designed to meet the needs of modern SMEs.

Barb Morgan, Chief Product & Technology Officer, TemenosBarb Morgan was recently appointed Chief Product & Technology Officer by Temenos. Just six weeks into her post she spoke with Robin Amlôt of IBS Intelligence about her priorities in her new position, and about the company’s collaboration with AI hardware/software leader Nvidia in powering on-prem GenAI for real-time banking. Morgan also outlines her take on the unique challenges to the adoption of AI in banking.

Vivek Singh, Co-Founder and Director of TonetagToneTag, with its innovative VoiceSe platform, is redefining accessibility in digital payments by enabling voice-based transactions on feature phones and low-connectivity networks. Vivek discusses with Puja Sharma of IBS Intelligence how AI drives this transformation in voice commerce and financial inclusion. 

Ravi Yadav, Global Head, Cybersecurity Business Unit, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)Banks and financial services firms are turning to next-gen security solutions to better protect themselves and their customers. Ravi Yadav of TCS reviews the biggest cyber threats banks are now facing and tells Robin Amlôt of IBS Intelligence how cyber fusion centres, merging security and fraud staff, processes and technologies, may provide an answer.

Rutul Davé, Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer, MaxwellLaunched in 2015 Maxwell offers US mortgage lenders solutions that address the entire mortgage loan process, from intake of application to the secondary market. The firm’s Mortgage Solutions Suite aims to help non-depository mortgage banks, credit unions, brokers, and local banks connect their communities with homeownership. Rutul Davé of Maxwell explains to Robin Amlôt of IBS Intelligence how artificial intelligence can and is being used in the context of the US mortgages business.

Yashraj Vakil, CEO of CaptainBiz What role do nano enterprises play in India’s economy? In this episode, Gloria Mathias sits down with Yashraj Vakil, CEO of CaptainBiz, to uncover the unique challenges faced by these often-overlooked businesses. Yashraj explains why nano enterprises deserve separate recognition from MSMEs. Want to learn more about these silent yet powerful drivers of India’s economy? Tune into the podcast. 

Amit Nigam, COO of BANKITDigital financial literacy is key to driving financial inclusion and empowering underserved communities in India. The conversation explores how FinTechs are revolutionising access to banking services in rural areas and the pivotal role of government policies in fostering innovation and digital awareness. Amit Nigam, COO of BANKIT, shares his expert insights with Gloria Methri of IBS Intelligence.

Munindra Verma, CEO of M1NXTM1NXT simplifies global trade financing by helping exporters and importers access quick liquidity through the conversion of trade receivables into cash. Its platform addresses the challenges of working capital constraints and delays in cross-border transactions. Puja Sharma of IBS Intelligence speaks with Verma on how M1 NXT is establishing itself as a trusted trade finance solution provider. 

Arun Poojari, Co-founder and CEO of Cashinvoice Since its incorporation in 2018, Cashinvoice has focused on empowering MSMEs in Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities, including women-led businesses, by providing diverse and accessible financial solutions. Arun shares insights with Puja Sharma of IBS Intelligence on how supply chain finance can tackle operational challenges and foster stronger supplier relationships in the MSME sector.

Elena Churilova, Chief Executive Officer, CinoFor the Gen Z or millennial in your life a virtual payment card (there is no piece of plastic) sits on the smartphone as an adjunct to your digital wallet, and the group virtual payment card acts as a bill-splitter. It allows for payments to be made together at the same time, connecting one virtual card to multiple bank accounts. This means, for example, that there is no more argument about who owns what to whom after a restaurant bill is split. Virtual group payment solution Cino is already available across Europe and has plans to launch in the UK. Elena Churilova, CEO of Cino explains the concept to Robin Amlôt of IBS Intelligence.