
The Barefoot Innovation podcast, hosted by the Alliance for Innovative Regulation (AIR) CEO Jo Ann Barefoot, explores better solutions for financial consumers at the intersection of technology innovation and regulation.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 244 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TechnologyBusinessNon-Profit | |||

Recorded live at Aspen Ideas: Economy — Jo Ann talks with Biswarup Chatterjee from Citi and Jennifer Lassiter of Standard Chartered about how stablecoins, digital assets, and new regulation are reshaping the very future of money.
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Financial crime is a G7‑sized economy. Carole House, Ari Redbord and Matt Van Buskirk join Jo Ann to expose how AI has turbocharged scams and why the AML system is failing — and to chart a new path powered by trust tech and real‑time collaboration.
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DARPA's David R. Dewhurst joins Jo Ann to explain A3ML, an audacious plan to make money laundering too expensive to exist. Hear how new graph algorithms, incentives and privacy‑first design could turn the tide on illicit finance.
Join us as Sean Neville, co-founder of Circle & architect of the USDC stablecoin, discusses Catena Labs — building the first regulated, AI-native financial institution for a future where autonomous AI agents directly participate in the economy.
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Dives deep into important topics and maintains a balanced view. The enthusiasm for what tech can do to improve life is balanced with thoughtful exploration of the risks.
I was so happy to hear JoAnn at a work conference on technology and to learn about this podcast. I enjoy hearing the variety of guests that she has and so many facets of this subject. JoAnn is so pleasant to listen to and very inspiring.
I listen to this on my commute and it’s outstanding. Give it a listen if you’re in the FinTech space!
I just finished listening to the latest episode of Barefoot Innovation and I have to say, it's one of the best finance podcasts out there. Jo Ann is a fantastic host, and the guests always provide valuable insights. I truly appreciate the practical advice in each episode. I can’t recommend this show enough!
Thank you Joanne!
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Focused on financial innovation and regulation, various episodes analyze the challenges and possibilities presented by technological advancements in the financial sector. Key topics include the regulation of digital assets, the prevention of financial crime, the integration of AI in finance, and the financial health of diverse demographics, particularly women. Discussions also highlight the need for collaboration between public and private sectors to foster innovation while maintaining consumer protections. Unique insights from industry leaders aim to inform and inspire listeners about the future of finance and necessary regulatory adaptations, appealing to professionals seeking a deeper understanding of these evolving areas.
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Recent guests on Barefoot Innovation Podcast include:
1. Carole House
2. Ari Redbord
3. Matt Van Buskirk
4. Sean Neville
5. Hester Peirce
6. Tyler Williams
7. Aishah Ahmad
8. Neha Narkhede
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