Fintech Insider Podcast by 11:FS

In this discussion, guests Navi Singh Randhawa, CFO/CCO at Minna Technologies, and Ruth Foxe Blader, General Partner at Foxe Capital, dive into fintech's latest news. They explore Stripe's impressive $1.1 billion acquisition of stablecoin platform Bridge and the implications for digital payments. The duo highlights Capital One's partnership with Minna for streamlined subscription management, addressing consumer challenges. They also examine the new open banking regulations in the U.S. and the resilience of fintech funding driven by innovations in generative AI.

On this episode of Fintech Insider Insights host Kate Moody is joined by Xavier Shay - CEO of Up. Since it launched as Australia’s first mobile-only digital bank back in 2018, Up has set out to connect younger consumers with digital savings, payments and lending.Up will soon celebrate its sixth birthday, and is on track in its birthday month (October) to announce that it’s hit the million customers milestone.We're big fans of Up here at 11:FS(as evident by their two 11:FSAwards nominations), so it was a real joy to sit down with Xavier and get the inside scoop on how and why Up was started, as well as their plans for the future.Enjoy! This week's guest: Xavier Shay - CEO of Up -- Join our new WhatsApp community, where you can get the inside track on all all things 11:FS, as well as having your say on the things we should be paying attention to.https://chat.whatsapp.com/KpA4gFbbWDlLFm7kx39raf-- Fintech Insider by 11:FS is a bi-weekly podcast dedicated to all things finance, banking, technology, and financial services. Our expert hosts, with real industry experience, are joined by the biggest decision-makers, VCs, and reporters from across financial services including guests from Visa, Nubank, M-Pesa, Starling, and JP Morgan Chase to discuss the latest news, developments, and trends within the industry.Our weekly news show drops every Monday and tackles the biggest news stories, from acquisitions and launches, to regulatory changes and innovation. Then, every Thursday our Insights show dives deeper into the hottest topics shaping the industry like web3 and BNPL.Whether you’re already immersed in the world of financial services, or just keen to learn more, this is the #1 podcast for you.If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and please leave a reviewFollow us on Twitter: @fintechinsiders where you can ask the hosts questions, or email podcasts@11fs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join hosts Laura Watkins and Dave Morris, along with some great guests, as we discuss the biggest fintech and financial services news this week.Topics covered include: A BBC investigation found that Revolut has been named in more fraud reports than any major UK bank; two different banks from both sides of the pond have received heavy fines; UK fintechs continue to have an overall positive effect on the country; J.P. Morgan plans to enter Kenya and Ivory Coast this year and expand its footprint in Africa; and we pay tribute to Steve O’Hear.This week's guests: Inna Lyubashevskaya - Chief Customer Officer at Sumsub  Kimberley Abbott - Founder and CEO Vested Impact Stories covered on the show:I lost £165k to fraud in an hour’ - customers say they were let down by RevolutTD Bank fined $3bn after money laundering guilty pleas‘Woeful’ systems and staff incentive schemes land TSB with £10.9 million penaltyUK fintechs have an overall positive effect on the country - Innovate FinanceJamie Dimon charts JPMorgan expansion plan into AfricaPockit to buy MoneseIn memory of Steve O’HearHelp make Fintech Insider even better by taking our listener survey: 11fs.com/surveyDownload Innovate Finance's 2024 UK Fintech Impact report-- Join our new WhatsApp community, where you can get the inside track on all all things 11:FS, as well as having your say on the things we should be paying attention to.https://chat.whatsapp.com/KpA4gFbbWDlLFm7kx39raf--Fintech Insider by 11:FS is a bi-weekly podcast dedicated to all things finance, banking, technology, and financial services.Our expert hosts, with real industry experience, are joined by the biggest decision-makers, VCs, and reporters from across financial services including guests from Visa, Nubank, M-Pesa, Starling, and JP Morgan Chase to discuss the latest news, developments, and trends within the industry.Our weekly news show drops every Monday and tackles the biggest news stories, from acquisitions and launches, to regulatory changes and innovation. Then, every Thursday our Insights show dives deeper into the hottest topics shaping the industry like web3 and BNPL.Whether you’re already immersed in the world of financial services, or just keen to learn more, this is the #1 podcast for you.If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and please leave a reviewGot a question for us? Email podcasts@11fs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Fintech Insider Insights, host Benjamin Ensor is joined by Jessica Rusu, Chief Data, Information and Intelligence Officer at the FCA.It's been ten years since the UK regulator launched their innovation hub, so we wanted to catch up with them to dive into the learning and successes so far, as well as taking a look at what the next ten years might look like.We also get the lowdown on their brand new AI lab. Guest:Jessica Rusu, Chief Data, Information and Intelligence Officer at the FCAJoin our new WhatsApp community, where you can get the inside track on all all things 11:FS, as well as having your say on the things we should be paying attention to.https://chat.whatsapp.com/KpA4gFbbWDlLFm7kx39raf--With Apple recently forced to open their NFC after intense pressure from the European Commission, the wallet wars are set to intensify. And armed with a mobile wallet that kills fees abroad, gives customers cashback, and is pimped out with innovative features like Go Back in Time® and Anti-Embarrassment Mode, Curve believe they’re poised to come out on top. Can David really take on the Goliath of tech?Go to www.curve.com to learn more.--Fintech Insider by 11:FS is a bi-weekly podcast dedicated to all things finance, banking, technology, and financial services. Our expert hosts, with real industry experience, are joined by the biggest decision-makers, VCs, and reporters from across financial services including guests from Visa, Nubank, M-Pesa, Starling, and JP Morgan Chase to discuss the latest news, developments, and trends within the industry.Our weekly news show drops every Monday and tackles the biggest news stories, from acquisitions and launches, to regulatory changes and innovation. Then, every Thursday our Insights show dives deeper into the hottest topics shaping the industry like web3 and BNPL.Whether you’re already immersed in the world of financial services, or just keen to learn more, this is the #1 podcast for you.If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and please leave a reviewFollow us on Twitter: @fintechinsiders where you can ask the hosts questions, or email podcasts@11fs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join host Benjamin Ensor, along with some great guests as we discuss the biggest fintech and financial services news this week.Topics covered include: E-commerce fraud losses could surpass $100 billion worldwide by 2029, Fintech Australia backs government scam protection, as the UK government pushes for transaction delays, the Fintech funding squeeze could scupper London IPOs, Zopa Bank releases Impact Report from the 2025 Fintech Pledge.This week's guests: Joshua Vowles-Dent - Business, Strategy and Partnerships Manager at ComplyCube Clare Gambardella - Chief Customer Officer at Zopa  Paul Clarke - Chief Growth Officer at Cashflows Stories covered on the show:E-commerce fraud to exceed $100 billion worldwide by 2029Fintech Australia backs government scam protectionFintech funding squeeze could scupper London IPOsZopa Bank releases Impact Report from the 2025 Fintech PledgeCashflows and Mastercard to bring Click to Pay to UK firmsBank of Ireland introduces ‘Startup Stand up’ to integrate comedy into pitchesJoin our new WhatsApp community, where you can get the inside track on all all things 11:FS, as well as having your say on the things we should be paying attention to.https://chat.whatsapp.com/KpA4gFbbWDlLFm7kx39raf--With Apple recently forced to open their NFC after intense pressure from the European Commission, the wallet wars are set to intensify. And armed with a mobile wallet that kills fees abroad, gives customers cashback, and is pimped out with innovative features like Go Back in Time® and Anti-Embarrassment Mode, Curve believe they’re poised to come out on top. Can David really take on the Goliath of tech?Go to www.curve.com to learn more.--Fintech Insider by 11:FS is a bi-weekly podcast dedicated to all things finance, banking, technology, and financial services.Our expert hosts, with real industry experience, are joined by the biggest decision-makers, VCs, and reporters from across financial services including guests from Visa, Nubank, M-Pesa, Starling, and JP Morgan Chase to discuss the latest news, developments, and trends within the industry.Our weekly news show drops every Monday and tackles the biggest news stories, from acquisitions and launches, to regulatory changes and innovation. Then, every Thursday our Insights show dives deeper into the hottest topics shaping the industry like web3 and BNPL.Whether you’re already immersed in the world of financial services, or just keen to learn more, this is the #1 podcast for you.If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and please leave a reviewGot a question for us? Email podcasts@11fs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Fintech Insider Insights, in association with Curve, host David Barton-Grimley is joined by a panel of payments and e-wallets experts to tackle the emerging Wallet Wars.Apple Pay – and the Apple Wallet – has become dominant in the space over the last decade, but with the tech giant forced to open the iPhone up to third-party wallets, there’s suddenly competition in the market.So, we’re delving into the challengers looking to take on Apple and innovate in the wallets space. This week's guests: Shachar Bialick - Founder and CEO of Curve  Tom Noyes - Partner at Starpoint LLP  Fliss Berridge - Director and Co-Founder of Ordo Join our new WhatsApp community, where you can get the inside track on all all things 11:FS, as well as having your say on the things we should be paying attention to.https://chat.whatsapp.com/KpA4gFbbWDlLFm7kx39raf--With Apple recently forced to open their NFC after intense pressure from the European Commission, the wallet wars are set to intensify. And armed with a mobile wallet that kills fees abroad, gives customers cashback, and is pimped out with innovative features like Go Back in Time® and Anti-Embarrassment Mode, Curve believe they’re poised to come out on top. Can David really take on the Goliath of tech?Go to www.curve.com to learn more.--Fintech Insider by 11:FS is a bi-weekly podcast dedicated to all things finance, banking, technology, and financial services. Our expert hosts, with real industry experience, are joined by the biggest decision-makers, VCs, and reporters from across financial services including guests from Visa, Nubank, M-Pesa, Starling, and JP Morgan Chase to discuss the latest news, developments, and trends within the industry.Our weekly news show drops every Monday and tackles the biggest news stories, from acquisitions and launches, to regulatory changes and innovation. Then, every Thursday our Insights show dives deeper into the hottest topics shaping the industry like web3 and BNPL.Whether you’re already immersed in the world of financial services, or just keen to learn more, this is the #1 podcast for you.If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and please leave a reviewFollow us on Twitter: @fintechinsiders where you can ask the hosts questions, or email podcasts@11fs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alberto Dalmasso, CEO of Satispay, shares insights on Italy's mobile payment landscape and challenges in fintech regulation. Jessica Cath, a partner at Thistle Initiatives, discusses the serious implications of Starling Bank's £29 million fine due to inadequate crime controls. They dive into Nationwide's significant acquisition of Virgin Money and the antitrust lawsuit against Visa, unpacking the impact on the UK's banking sector and the pressing need for effective governance in a rapidly evolving financial landscape.

Mark Mullen, CEO and Co-Founder of Atom Bank, the pioneering digital challenger bank, shares insights on a decade of disruption in the UK banking sector. He discusses the challenges of building a trusted brand and the strategic decision to operate from Durham, promoting equitable job opportunities. Mullen also reveals the impact of Atom's innovative four-day workweek on employee satisfaction and business performance. Looking ahead, he emphasizes focusing on profitability and refining current offerings rather than aggressive expansion.

Revolut is gearing up to expand into the Middle East, seeking a banking license while celebrating 10 million UK users. Chase is set to launch credit cards in the UK, shaking up the local market. Startling research reveals that 28% of UK adults have encountered voice cloning scams, prompting discussions on security in fintech. Guests share their startup stories, highlighting challenges, innovations, and the need for greater consumer awareness around emerging fraud threats.

Natalie Wexler, VP of Platform Offering Strategy at Adyen, and Jason Downing, SVP of Product Management at Epos Now, dive into the world of embedded finance. They discuss how it streamlines transactions for small businesses, enhances customer experiences, and integrates financial tools into platforms. The conversation covers the evolution of financial services, the importance of bundling banking with payment solutions, and the future of payments catalyzed by AI. They also highlight how companies can thrive by building strong customer relationships through innovative financial strategies.