Banking with Interest

IntraFi
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Sep 25, 2025 • 31min

HFSC Chair Hill on Agenda, Crypto, Fraud & Housing

More than two dozen bills dedicated to Making Community Banks Great Again have passed House Financial Services Committee. Panel Chair French Hill handicaps which will have the most impact and what is most likely to be enacted. He also discusses the latest on the crypto market structure bill, how regulators can help banks in the fight against fraud, where the payments sector will be in five years, why he wants to end the Fed’s dual mandate, the prospects for housing legislation and unfinished business after the fall of SVB in 2023.
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Sep 9, 2025 • 38min

Anchorage Digital: Inside the First Crypto Bank

Nathan McCauley, Cofounder and CEO of Anchorage Digital, discusses how his institution obtained the first OCC digital trust charter five years ago, how it has changed his business, and why other crypto firms are rushing to apply for the same charter now. He also discusses stablecoins vs. crypto, and the changing attitudes around debanking.
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Jul 29, 2025 • 47min

Stablecoins, Tokenized Deposits and the Race to Win the Future of Money

Alex Johnson, founder and publisher of FinTech Takes, sorts through what happens now that Congress has passed a new law to regulate stablecoins. Will stablecoins take over finance, and if so, are they a bigger threat to banks or money market mutual funds? What are the use cases for stablecoins vs. tokenized deposits? Can big banks beat stablecoin issuers at their own game?   
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Jul 22, 2025 • 29min

What the Fight Over Fed’s Powell is Really About

Victoria Guida, economics correspondent and columnist for Politico, talks about President Trump’s reported decision – and then quick reversal – of a move last week to oust Jerome Powell as chairman of the Federal Reserve Board. She goes behind the scenes on what the president is telling allies, how GOP lawmakers view the situation, and why firing Powell might not solve Trump’s central concerns.
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Jul 9, 2025 • 34min

Why Crypto Firms Are Lining Up to Charter Banks

Crypto firms often pitch themselves as an alternative to and the future of traditional finance. So why are firms like Ripple, Circle, Wise and Erebor attempting to charter banks? Penny Crosman, executive editor for technology at American Banker, talks about what's going on, how regulators will view these applications, and whether banks plan to fight back. 
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Jun 24, 2025 • 26min

A Backdoor Way to Merge Bank Regulators?

Todd Phillips, assistant professor at Georgia State University’s Robinson College of Business, discusses the latest attempt to merge bank regulatory agencies and what that means for efforts in this area. He also discusses reported discussions by Walmart and Amazon to start stablecoins, and the potential impact on banks.
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Jun 17, 2025 • 45min

You Say You Want a (Global Payments) Revolution

Tom Halpin, the regional head of North America Global Payment Solutions for HSBC, talks about how AI and new technologies are changing domestic and global payments—and what that means both for his bank and the industry. He also tackles where AI can help (or hurt), the status of the FedNow roll out, and concerns around CBDCs and stablecoins.
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Jun 4, 2025 • 45min

Are Banks Really Ready for AI?

Kiah Haslett, banking and fintech editor for Bank Director and FinXTech, dives into how major banks and community lenders are adapting to AI. She discusses the necessity of employee training and a robust data strategy for effective AI integration. Insightful commentary reveals why community banks must evolve to meet customer expectations for financial guidance. Kiah also addresses regulatory changes surrounding reputation risk and the implications for banks managing public perception, especially in innovative sectors like cryptocurrency.
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May 20, 2025 • 39min

After a Fraud, this Bank Refused to Give Her Money Back. Now She’s the CEO.

Jill Castilla, the dynamic President and CEO of Citizens Bank of Edmond, shares her inspiring journey from a fraud victim to a leader in banking innovation. She created a digital bank for servicemembers, addressing the unique financial challenges they face. Castilla discusses her vision to combat fraud in community banks, the importance of financial literacy, and the power of employee ownership in fostering community ties. Her optimistic outlook and commitment to reforming banking highlight the path forward in a rapidly changing industry.
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May 14, 2025 • 25min

Politico's Sutton on China Tariff Deal, Behind the Scenes at Milken

Sam Sutton, the author of Politico's Morning Money, discusses the impact of the Trump Administration's recent deal to reduce tariffs on China, and what Wall Street and bankers were worried about — publicly and privately — at last week's Milken Institute gathering. 

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