Insights Podcast

 In this episode of Insights Podcast, Tom Mason, co-founder of Shoal, and Marten Moller, Impact and Partnerships Manager at Algbra, discuss how fintech and banks can collaborate to create the next generation of sustainable financial products. They explain Shoal’s sustainable savings app, its partnership with Standard Chartered, and Algbra's fintech-as-a-service platform. The conversation covers the importance of transparency, user experience, and the balance between profit and environmental impact. Tune in to learn how fintech can drive sustainable finance while maintaining profitability. Find out more about The Payments Association via our website www.thepaymentsassociation.org or follow us on social media. LinkedIn Twitter

Hugo Remi, CEO of Cardaq, and George Iddenden from the Payments Association dive into the intricacies of cross-border payments. They discuss the challenges businesses face with currency exchange volatility and regulatory compliance, especially for smaller firms. Insights on the role of blockchain in enhancing transparency and security are shared, along with the potential of stablecoins. The conversation also highlights the need for real-time payment systems and innovations in financial technology to navigate this evolving landscape.

In our newest episode of the Insights Podcast, Charlie Bronks, Crown Agents Bank, and Karine Martinez, Edenred, talk successful ESG policies, greenwashing and what effective green action really means.  They discuss how their companies have successfully tackled implementing ESG strategies and what other payments industry players should be doing to limit their impact on the environment and galvanize their customers. Find out more about The Payments Association via our website www.thepaymentsassociation.org or follow us on social media. LinkedIn Twitter

Tony Craddock, Director General sits down with Patrick Gauthier, CEO of Convera to unveil his success secrets, his top tips for best practice, what motivates him and his predictions for 2024.Find out more about The Payments Association via our website www.thepaymentsassociation.org or follow us on social media. LinkedIn Twitter

In this episode of the Insights podcast, host George Iddenden explores the complex world of liquidity management in the rapidly evolving fintech sector. Joined by Jovi Oveiro, Director at Unlimit, they delve into how businesses manage liquidity across international boundaries in today's digital payment landscape. Jovi discusses the critical role of technology in optimising liquidity, the impact of regulatory environments, and the challenges posed by currency volatility. The conversation also touches on the future of digital payments, including the potential of AI and CBDCs to transform financial transactions. Tune in to understand the strategies fintech firms can employ to navigate these turbulent financial waters effectively.Find out more about The Payments Association via our website www.thepaymentsassociation.org or follow us on social media. LinkedIn Twitter

In this episode of the Insights Podcast, host Tony Craddock sits down with Steve Round, a veteran in socially responsible banking. With a rich background and roles as the chair of the Ecology Building Society and co-founder of SaaScada, Steve delves into how integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors can redefine the financial services industry. He discusses the unique challenges and opportunities facing legacy banks and fintechs in making genuinely inclusive financial products that cater to all income levels. Steve advocates financial inclusivity over inclusion, emphasising that true change requires providing first-class banking services to all, irrespective of economic status. This conversation is a deep dive into the practical steps financial institutions can take to support sustainability and build a banking environment that contributes positively to society and the planet.Find out more about The Payments Association via our website www.thepaymentsassociation.org or follow us on social media. LinkedIn Twitter

Join George Iddenden and Angie Watson from Paymentology in a riveting episode of Insights Podcast, where they discuss AI's profound impact on the payment industry and the workplace. Learn how AI streamlines transactions, boosts security, customizes user experiences, and reshapes job roles. They also tackle the importance of ethics, diversity, and humanity in the age of artificial intelligence, offering a glimpse into how technology shapes our approach to innovation, security, and inclusivity.Find out more about The Payments Association via our website www.thepaymentsassociation.org or follow us on social media. LinkedIn Twitter

Industry veterans discuss regulatory changes, technological impact on banking, future of open banking. Insights on variable recurring payments, challenges of consumer protection, and innovation within the payments industry. Exploring account-to-account payments, risks and rewards of innovation, and the evolving role of lending in revenue generation.

In this episode of the Insights podcast, Tony Craddock, Director General of the Payments Association, welcomes Gary Palmer, CEO and Chairman of Payall, for a focused discussion on the evolution and challenges of cross-border payments. With decades of experience, Palmer offers a critical analysis of why this sector, crucial to the global economy, has seen limited technological advancement and outlines the transformative changes on the horizon.Listen as they examine the systemic barriers to innovation, such as outdated banking infrastructures, regulatory complexities, and the pressing need for technological integration. They explore how limited data visibility affects transaction efficiency and discuss the potential for significant improvements in the near future.Find out more about The Payments Association via our website www.thepaymentsassociation.org or follow us on social media. LinkedIn Twitter

In this episode, Mark Brant discusses the evolution of payment systems, focusing on customer centricity and financial inclusion. He shares insights on PayPal's scale-up journey, NatWest's cashless school payment solutions, and enhancing payment operations. The podcast explores strategic innovation, financial inclusion, and collaboration against fraud in the payment sector.