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For the Finscale MASTERCLASS "FinTech - Back to Basics", it's here : http://bit.ly/3KFu9ocThis is an excerpt from the episode published on Sunday. Starting out in the financial sector brings many surprises, and often, the greatest comes during audits and regulatory visits. The challenge of squaring away the central client file, a seemingly routine task, can throw even the most established financial institutions into disarray. This vital KYC remediation process, filled with complexities and operational challenges, is often overlooked. Institutions grapple with inconsistencies in customer data across different systems and not to mention the looming concern of inadvertently facilitating financial crimes. Data privacy, security challenges, and the risks of not conducting proper KYC remediation - both legal and reputational - are pressing matters. Krik provides valuable insights into navigating these intricacies, emphasising the importance of understanding and adapting to an ever-evolving regulatory landscape to maintain compliance. He also shares advice on how organisations can sustain customer relationships during the KYC process and offers strategies to mitigate any negative impact. Delving deeper into Fourthline's offering, we explore how they assist clients from onboarding to maintaining long-term customer relationships, showcasing solutions they provide, with Qonto as a case in point. The conversation also touches on the need for country-specific adaptations for optimal performance and the innovative approach of advanced signatures provided by this European firm based in the Netherlands.Produced by Gokyo Sàrl-S, hosted by Audiomeans©. Visit the Privacy Policy of Finscale and Audiomeans for more information.

For the Finscale MASTERCLASS "FinTech - Back to Basics", it's here : http://bit.ly/3KFu9ocBack to payments and Forex this week. Patrick delves deep into the intricate fabric of Convera, a dominant player in the payment industry. We kick off our conversation with a retrospective, as Patrick provides a comprehensive overview of WU Business Solutions' 2021 activities. He shares the motivations and strategic intricacies behind Goldfinch Partners and BauPost Group's acquisition of WUBS. Shifting focus to the core of Convera, Patrick paints a vivid picture of the company’s current positioning: its expansive geographical presence, the pillars of its value proposition, and the diverse suite of solutions it offers. The discussion becomes more insightful when we explore Convera’s significant global footprint, which spans 200 countries, operates in 22, and deals with 140+ currencies. Patrick touches on the company’s strategies that have driven this global success and the tailored services catering to a broad spectrum of clientele, from SMEs to NGOs. Naturally, we couldn't discuss Convera's growth and development without exploring the transformation projects of this major player, particularly from a technological perspective, including its AWS Cloud migration. This leads us into a discussion about regulatory strategy and the factors that prompted the American company to establish its European headquarters in Luxembourg. Additionally, we delved into their risk management approach, especially concerning hedging foreign exchange (FX) risks.Produced by Gokyo Sàrl-S, hosted by Audiomeans©. Visit the Privacy Policy of Finscale and Audiomeans for more information.

For the Finscale MASTERCLASS "FinTech - Back to Basics", it's here : http://bit.ly/3KFu9ocThis is an excerpt from the episode published on Sunday. Back to payments and Forex this week. Patrick delves deep into the intricate fabric of Convera, a dominant player in the payment industry. We kick off our conversation with a retrospective, as Patrick provides a comprehensive overview of WU Business Solutions' 2021 activities. He shares the motivations and strategic intricacies behind Goldfinch Partners and BauPost Group's acquisition of WUBS. Shifting focus to the core of Convera, Patrick paints a vivid picture of the company’s current positioning: its expansive geographical presence, the pillars of its value proposition, and the diverse suite of solutions it offers. The discussion becomes more insightful when we explore Convera’s significant global footprint, which spans 200 countries, operates in 22, and deals with 140+ currencies. Patrick touches on the company’s strategies that have driven this global success and the tailored services catering to a broad spectrum of clientele, from SMEs to NGOs. Naturally, we couldn't discuss Convera's growth and development without exploring the transformation projects of this major player, particularly from a technological perspective, including its AWS Cloud migration. This leads us into a discussion about regulatory strategy and the factors that prompted the American company to establish its European headquarters in Luxembourg. Additionally, we delved into their risk management approach, especially concerning hedging foreign exchange (FX) risks.Produced by Gokyo Sàrl-S, hosted by Audiomeans©. Visit the Privacy Policy of Finscale and Audiomeans for more information.

Ophelia Snyder, CEO of 21Shares, discusses the Global Crypto Classification Standard and its potential to bridge the gap between traditional finance and crypto-assets. She also shares insights on the birth and growth of 21Shares, their sustainability initiatives, and their vision for tackling upcoming environmental challenges.

For the Finscale MASTERCLASS "FinTech - Back to Basics", it's here : http://bit.ly/3KFu9ocExcerpt from the episode published on Sunday. During an insightful discussion, Ophelia explores the nuances of the rapidly growing crypto space, shedding light on the critical role her company, 21Shares, plays in its development. Our discussion also covers the Global Crypto Classification Standard (GCCS). She shares valuable insights on why the GCCS was formed, emphasising its potential to bridge the gap between traditional finance and the intricate realm of crypto-assets. We also delve into the challenges it took to get this off the ground. Ophelia shares many engaging stories about the birth and growth of 21Shares – its inception, key milestones, value proposition, and geographic expansion. During the episode, we speak about the company's diverse product offerings and the vital role its partners play, including market makers and custodians. Sustainability is a fundamental value of 21Shares, and we find out it was brought to the forefront due to their pledge to offset carbon emissions, particularly from on-chain crypto transactions. Our conversation ends with a discussion on 21Shares' green initiatives, their strategy for choosing such projects, and their vision for tackling upcoming environmental challenges.Produced by Gokyo Sàrl-S, hosted by Audiomeans©. Visit the Privacy Policy of Finscale and Audiomeans for more information.

For the Finscale MASTERCLASS "FinTech - Back to Basics", it's here : http://bit.ly/3KFu9ocA fantastic episode with one of the founders of Truelayer, the solution that drives almost 40% of the YoY growth in open banking payments in the UK. I loved this interview with Francesco as he shared insights about their experiences and achievements in the open banking sector over the past seven years, including their diverse range of solutions such as signup+, payments, payouts, and VRP, as well as their wide-ranging client base. This includes tech giants in the iGaming, e-commerce, and cryptocurrency sectors, such as Coinbase, as well as more traditional merchants like the UK retailer Topps Tiles. We explored their competitive positioning and their recent announcement regarding the launch of their Payments platform programme. We also delved into the potential avenues for growth, both in terms of geographical expansion and the diversification of their product offerings. It's a market that continues to expand exponentiallyProduced by Gokyo Sàrl-S, hosted by Audiomeans©. Visit the Privacy Policy of Finscale and Audiomeans for more information.

For the Finscale MASTERCLASS "FinTech - Back to Basics", it's here : http://bit.ly/3KFu9ocThis is an excerpt from the episode published on Sunday. A fantastic episode with one of the founders of Truelayer, the solution that drives almost 40% of the YoY growth in open banking payments in the UK. I loved this interview with Francesco as he shared insights about their experiences and achievements in the open banking sector over the past seven years, including their diverse range of solutions such as signup+, payments, payouts, and VRP, as well as their wide-ranging client base. This includes tech giants in the iGaming, e-commerce, and cryptocurrency sectors, such as Coinbase, as well as more traditional merchants like the UK retailer Topps Tiles. We explored their competitive positioning and their recent announcement regarding the launch of their Payments platform programme. We also delved into the potential avenues for growth, both in terms of geographical expansion and the diversification of their product offerings. It's a market that continues to expand exponentiallyProduced by Gokyo Sàrl-S, hosted by Audiomeans©. Visit the Privacy Policy of Finscale and Audiomeans for more information.

For the Finscale MASTERCLASS "FinTech - Back to Basics", it's here : http://bit.ly/3KFu9ocThis week, I invite you to explore a multitude of topics with my guest, the unmissable Simon Taylor. He generously shares insights on the future of the financial industry and emerging FinTech categories like embedded finance, which he believes are true game-changers for the finance world. We also discuss his journey, from his years in banking to founding 11:FS.  What intrigued me the most during our discussion is Sardine, the RegTech where he leads strategy and growth. It's evident that the team excels in AI and fraud-related areas. Additionally, you'll discover their cutting-edge solution designed to truly solve pain points for players across the industry.  It's worth noting that the likes of Refinitiv are already working with them. We also delve into their ambitions, recent fundraising efforts, and explore practical use cases.Produced by Gokyo Sàrl-S, hosted by Audiomeans©. Visit the Privacy Policy of Finscale and Audiomeans for more information.

For the Finscale MASTERCLASS "FinTech - Back to Basics", it's here : http://bit.ly/3KFu9ocThis is an excerpt from the episode published on Sunday.  This week, I invite you to explore a multitude of topics with my guest, the unmissable Simon Taylor. He generously shares insights on the future of the financial industry and emerging FinTech categories like embedded finance, which he believes are true game-changers for the finance world. We also discuss his journey, from his years in banking to founding 11:FS.  What intrigued me the most during our discussion is Sardine, the RegTech where he leads strategy and growth. It's evident that the team excels in AI and fraud-related areas. Additionally, you'll discover their cutting-edge solution designed to truly solve pain points for players across the industry.  It's worth noting that the likes of Refinitiv are already working with them. We also delve into their ambitions, recent fundraising efforts, and explore practical use cases.Produced by Gokyo Sàrl-S, hosted by Audiomeans©. Visit the Privacy Policy of Finscale and Audiomeans for more information.

For the Finscale MASTERCLASS "FinTech - Back to Basics", it's here : http://bit.ly/3KFu9ocIn a time when many are returning to work after summer holidays, it was an honour to interview Chris Skinner, the founder of The Finanser, who has been a preeminent voice in the finance and tech world for the past two decades. In this insightful episode, Chris sheds light on the intricacies of digital transformation in banking, reflecting on its imminent future amidst game-changers like blockchain.  He emphasises the pivotal role of digitisation in fostering financial inclusion, especially in underbanked regions, and discusses how technology can proactively address environmental and societal challenges, a theme central to his book 'Digital for Good'.  He also shares pearls of wisdom from his journey with 'The Finanser,' his influential blog brimming with advice, sharp humor, and a wealth of innovative ideas. A discussion truly worth its weight in gold.Produced by Gokyo Sàrl-S, hosted by Audiomeans©. Visit the Privacy Policy of Finscale and Audiomeans for more information.