Digital Transformation & Leadership with Danny Levy

An episode taken from the Fintech Chatter Podcast with Dexter Cousins who interviewed Danny Levy.About this EpisodeDexter Cousins calls in the expert for the annual Fintech Predictions 2025! We welcome Danny Levy Managing Director, Asia & ANZ for Money 20/20.Dexter and Danny discuss the evolution & significance of Money 2020 and they chat about the unique experience and the rigorous selection process undertaken for speakers.Danny shares insights on trends for 2025, highlighting the rapid changes in the banking scene, the rise of digital payments, and the opportunities in embedded finance. They also explore the role of AI in FinTech and the importance of maintaining energy and focus while travelling for business. About Money 20/20Money20/20 is the world’s leading, premium content, sales and networking platform for the global money ecosystem.Their events feature in-depth analytics & inspirational speakers, our world-class insight and networking opportunities help our customers stay ahead.Key TakeawaysMoney 2020 is designed to create a unique festival-like experience.The event focuses on quality networking and content over quantity.Health and wellness initiatives are now integral to event planning.Speaker selection is based on editorial integrity and industry relevance.The banking landscape in Asia is rapidly evolving with digital innovations.Digital payments are leading the way in cross-border transactions.Embedded finance presents significant growth opportunities in FinTech.AI is transforming customer service and operational efficiency in financial services.FinTech innovations can significantly improve financial inclusion.Maintaining personal health and wellness is crucial for high performance in business.About DannyWith 15 years of senior leadership experience in Singapore, Danny is an accomplished business leader with a proven track record of scaling businesses and driving record-breaking profits. As the founder and host of "Digital Transformation & Leadership," a top 100 Business podcast, Danny regularly engages with industry leaders from global companies. He is a guest host on the South China Morning Post podcast, focusing on digital transformation.Danny serves as an Ambassador for the Emerging Payments Association Asia (EPAA).Danny spent a decade as Managing Director at Worldwide Business Research, where he delivered consecutive record-breaking profit results and led market expansion across Asia and ANZ.Danny’s leadership philosophy centres on creating empowering environments where teams can excel. He is passionate about strategic business growth and innovation, recruiting and developing high-potential talent, building inclusive, high-performing teams, and driving innovation and digital transformation.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Money2020 and Its Impact 03:36 The Evolution of Money202006:28 Wellness and Networking at Events09:22 Speaker Selection and Content Integrity12:18 Trends and Insights from the 2025 Report15:05 Digital Payments and Cross-Border Innovations17:56 The Role of Regulators and Collaboration in FinTech20:47 Opportunities in Emerging Markets23:49 Innovations and Challenges in FinTech26:50 The Evolution of AI in FinTech29:39 Identifying Opportunities in FinTech33:20 Game-Changing Innovations in

An episode from the Pursuit of Badasserie podcast with Digital Transformation & Leadership Podcast host and founder Danny Levy. In This Episode, We Explore: 1) The importance of partnerships in scaling businesses and navigating the challenges of new markets 2) How to build inclusive, high-performing teams and recruit top talent 3) The role of digital transformation in modern business growth 4) Practical advice for entrepreneurs and leaders seeking to build resilient partnerships in business and life Are you getting every episode of Digital Transformation & Leadership in your favourite podcast player? You can find us Apple Podcasts and Spotify to subscribe.

In this episode of Digital Transformation & Leadership Danny talks to Tomas Skoumal. Tomas Skoumal is Co-founder, Co-president and Chairman at Dyna.Ai, leveraging nearly 24 years of extensive experience in retail banking and consumer finance. Prior to his tenure at Dyna.Ai, he held the position of Managing Director, Global Head of Loans at Standard Chartered Bank, overseeing the overall profit and loss of personal loan portfolios across 27 countries in Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Dyna.Ai is a leading artificial intelligence technology service company headquartered in Singapore. They are dedicated to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of audience operations and risk management by leveraging systems, analytics, and AI-based operation solutions. Their focus is to leverage cutting-edge AI techniques to foster business digitalization and intelligentization. A wide range of institutions are served, including traditional banks, digital banks, fintech companies, insurance firms, and various other types of organizations. In the episode Danny and Tomas discuss how nowadays AI is everywhere, it’s the word on the tip of everyones tongue, but what is it that excites Tomas the most about AI today, and why? Plus: The most exciting use cases for AI on the market today How to simplify AI for your users to ensure simple access to your solutions The key challenges and opportunities when it comes to widespread use of AI within financial services and banking specifically The future of fintech and a world where AI augments human capabilities and drives unprecedented levels of innovation and efficiency The role AI will play with regards to the future of digital transformation Are you getting every episode of Digital Transformation & Leadership in your favourite podcast player? You can find us Apple Podcasts and Spotify to subscribe.

An episode taken from an interview Danny Levy did with Shimark Ghaffor for the Step One podcast. In the episode we discuss how to build connections with decision makers, why cold calling is not dead, peak performance, time management, and Money20/20 Asia 2025 and the content themes that we've just confirmed. Are you getting every episode of Digital Transformation & Leadership in your favourite podcast player? You can find us Apple Podcasts and Spotify to subscribe.

An episode taken from a podcast I did with Joe Cutler for his podcast Hiring and Inspiring: In todays episode I catch up with Danny Levy, Managing Director of Money20/20.We discuss his role and the experience as well as highlights and successes of the Money20/20 Asia launch. Danny shares his passion for leadership and the importance of understanding and supporting team members. He emphasizes the value of creating a culture of safety and learning from failure. Danny's leadership style is focused on meeting individuals where they are and helping them develop and reach their potential. The conversation explores the importance of taking action on ideas, being open to failure, and the role of leadership in supporting and guiding teams. It emphasizes the need to own ideas and see them through, rather than just talking about them. The conversation also highlights the value of having a support network that challenges and provides constructive criticism. It concludes with a discussion on the importance of work-life balance and the definition of success.Takeaways Danny emphasizes the importance of understanding and supporting team members in leadership roles. Creating a culture of safety and learning from failure is crucial for team development. Leaders should meet individuals where they are and help them develop and reach their potential. Taking action on ideas is crucial for progress and success. Failure is a natural part of the process and should not deter individuals from trying new things. Leadership involves supporting and guiding teams, helping them navigate through proof of concepts and providing a sounding board for ideas. Having a support network that challenges and provides constructive criticism is essential for personal and professional growth. Maintaining a work-life balance and spending quality time with family is an important aspect of success. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background03:30 Creating a Festival-like Experience at Money2020 Events07:40 Supportive and Development-focused Leadership10:53 Embracing Failure as a Learning Opportunity15:43 Understanding the Different Departments and Roles19:34 The Challenges and Rewards of Building a Business and Leading a Team22:47 Creating a Culture of Action and Fearlessness27:31 Encouraging Action and Accountability30:36 Surrounding Yourself with Challenging Voices37:30 Working on the Business, Not Just in the Business42:22 Defining Success: Challenges and Family TimeCheck out Danny below:https://www.linkedin.com/in/danny-levy/This episode is in partnership with Recview:https://recview.co/

Money20/20 Asia is the most senior and influential gathering of the global money ecosystem including banks, payments, tech, startups, retail, fintech, financial services, policy, and more. Companies like J.P. Morgan, Stripe, Tenpay Global, HSBC, Google Cloud, AWS, KASIKORNBANK, Hong Kong Monetary Authority, Animoca Brands, Ant Group, and IBM have all made their mark at Money20/20 Asia. Money20/20 is the place where money does business. But don't take our word for it! As our attendees best put it, "The quality of delegates is exceptional" and "Money20/20 Asia allowed for a higher level of senior engagement, deeper connections, and more impactful exchange of ideas" Onsite at Money20/20 Asia Danny Levy sat down with the Money20/20 team - Richard Corless, Creative Director, Jack Shukla, Commercial Director, and Bernadette Silva, Marketing Manager Asia Sponsorship. The team discuss their thoughts on the show, what went into bringing it to life, and what the future looks like. The team also share what their 5 year old self would be the most proud of, and the biggest risk they've taken in their career. Hit play on the episode and get a feel of what Money20/20 Asia is all about.

To launch a new season of Digital Transformation & Leadership we've got a special episode recorded live from the MoneyPot podcast studio at Money20/20 Asia in Bangkok. Danny talks to Tessa Wijaya the COO at Indonesian fintech Xendit, the expanding payments gateway. On top of being a driving force for the company’s growth, Tessa is also a passionate advocate for more women in tech; she initiated Xendit’s Women in Tech Indonesia program, where entrepreneurs and tech professionals share experiences in workshops and digital forums. Unlisted Xendit doesn’t disclose its profits, but it has clearly gained the confidence of many venture capital firms. In September 2021, Xendit became a unicorn after it raised $150 million in series C funding, bumping up its valuation to $1 billion. Xendit helps businesses get what’s due to them from payment channels such as credit cards, online wallets, QR codes and other tools for electronic purchases. Xendit’s website says that in fewer than five minutes, it can set up an account for a business to start receiving digital payments. In Indonesia, the company competes with Doku and Goto’s Midtrans. From fewer than 10 employees at the start, the company now has more than 900. Xendit, which initially focused on Indonesia, has expanded to the Philippines and is eyeing other parts of Southeast Asia. In the episode Danny and Tessa discuss: How Xendit has navigated local payment preferences and integrated them with existing payment infrastructures to facilitate seamless transactions. Many individuals in emerging markets may be skeptical of new financial technologies or lack the necessary knowledge to use them effectively. How Xendit has gone about overcoming these challenges. The fintech industry is highly competitive, with both local and international players vying for market share. Fintech startups in emerging markets face competition from traditional financial institutions, established tech companies, and other startups. How has Xendit has overcome this to stand out in the market. Then in part 2 of the episode Tessa talks through her entrepreneurial journey sharing what she is most proud of, the biggest risk she's taken in her career, how you go about finding strong mentors, how to find the right work/life balance, and her big career lesson. To contact Tessa get in touch via LinkedIn here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tessawij/ To check out Xendit go to - https://www.xendit.co/en/

In this episode of Digital Transformation & Leadership Danny Levy talks to Garik Tate an AI Futurist, Investor, and AI Strategy Consultant. His expertise lies at the intersection of AI, IQ, and EQ. He makes companies more valuable to institutional buyers and increases their profits with AI. With over a decade of experience as a successful entrepreneur, Garik has founded companies spanning Software Development, Outsourcing, and Publishing. Notably, he has led and nurtured organizations to a team size of 75 employees. Garik is a sought-after speaker on AI’s future, and its practical application in business. His expertise and passion for the subject have earned him a reputation as a respected voice in the AI community, and he is often sought out by companies looking for advice on how to leverage the power of AI to drive growth and success. In the episode Garik shares insights on: The human element of people’s friction and fear of implementing AI How to navigate your team toward implementing AI on a soft skills basis What AI is actually good for. And what should you be looking out for when finding areas in your business where you can easily add AI without a lot of friction How to get your team on board, find a champion, and put in place success criteria Specific AI case studies To get in touch with Garik get in touch via LinkedIn here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/garik-tate/ To find more information on Valhalla.Team - https://www.valhalla.team/ The VA company referenced in the conversation - https://2xyou.com/ Are you getting every episode of Digital Transformation & Leadership in your favourite podcast player? You can find us Apple Podcasts and Spotify to subscribe.

In this episode of Digital Transformation & Leadership Danny Levy talks to Zennon Kapron the Director of Kapronasia, one of Asia's leading financial technology research and consulting firms. Prior to Kapronasia, Zennon was the Asia Pacific Financial Industry Manager and Global Banking Industry Manager for Intel. At Intel, he helped position and sell Intel-based architecture to financial services firms globally. Before Intel, Zennon worked at Citi at a number of different technology management roles culminating in his role as CIO for Citigroup Portugal. Zennon is a recognised thought leader on fintech in Asia and a regular speaker at financial conferences and shows globally including: Money 20/20, TradeTech, Sibos, SIFMA, Innovate Finance, Future of Fintech in Asia, APFIC and many others. He has testified in front of the U.S. Congress on matters of China Fintech and is regularly quoted in the press and television appearances including CNBC, Bloomberg, The Economist, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Financial Times to name a few. Zennon is the author of 'Chomping at the Bitcoin: The Past, Present and Future of Bitcoin in China' published by Penguin as well as countless reports and commentaries on the state of financial technology in Asia. He is also a Top Voice on LinkedIn in Asian finance talking about fintech, payments, digital banking, DeFi, CBDCs. In the episode Zennon shares insights on: The surge in digital payments in Asia and how this is playing out across the entire region. How for more than a decade, the Asian tech ecosystem has been dominated by “super-apps:” platforms such as WeChat, Alipay, and Meituan that offer an enormous network of services all in one integrated app. Something Elon Musk has recently labeled an ‘everything app’. Zennon shares what constitutes a super app. And if are all platforms that are regarded as a super-apps are worthy of the title. If BNPL in Asia will replace traditional credit cards. Government led domestic card networks replacing Mastercard and Visa. A commonly held belief around digital banks in Asia that Zennon passionately disagrees with. Zennon's counter-intuitive, half-crazy prediction about the next five years for the Asian payments industry. To get in touch with Zennon get in touch via LinkedIn here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zennon/ To check out Kapron Asia go to - https://www.kapronasia.com/

In this episode of Digital Transformation & Leadership Danny Levy talks to Medhy Souidi a passionate innovator and a driving force in the financial industry. Serving as the Head of Transformation and Ecosystems at DBS Hong Kong, one of Asia's top-tier banks, Medhy brings fresh ideas to life, creates customer-centric services, and ensures DBS stays on the cutting edge of fintech. Drawing from his deep industry knowledge and a wealth of experience, Medhy plays an instrumental role in the bank's success. As a trusted voice in fintech, AI, and the Metaverse, he's the go-to speaker at industry events, and his insights are eagerly sought by those eager to understand the latest in fintech. Outside his work at DBS, Medhy shares his love for all things fintech through his newsletter and podcast, "What the FinTech". Launched in 2019, the podcast and YouTube channel provide unique perspectives on the fast-paced fintech world, featuring expert interviews and wide-ranging topics. Medhy has created a vibrant community of fintech enthusiasts, providing valuable insights and networking opportunities. In addition to all of this, Medhy makes time to actively participate in industry events and initiatives. He was a board member of the Fintech Association of Hong Kong, committed to enhancing the regional fintech ecosystem. His expertise, professional network, and engaging content have earned him recognition as a leading voice in the fintech industry. He was awarded the "Fintech Changemaker of the Year" by Asian Private Banker in 2019 and identified as a young innovator by Tatler's Gen T list, marking his significant impact on Asia's financial and tech landscapes. Medhy also serves as Senior Advisor / Senior Editor for Money20/20, the place where money does business. In the episode Medhy shares insights on the latest Artificial Intelligence considerations, how the technology is evolving and what this means for the future of work, complexities you need to be aware of, data and tools to get the most out of this fast evolving technology, generative AI pilot use cases, where the technology is headed and what the next 5 years will look like. To get in touch with Medhy get in touch via LinkedIn here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/medhysouidi/ To check out What the FinTech go to - https://linktr.ee/wtf_fintech01 To check out Money20/20 Asia go to - https://asia.money2020.com/ Are you getting every episode of Digital Transformation & Leadership in your favourite podcast player? You can find us Apple Podcasts and Spotify to subscribe.