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Breaking Banks Europe

Breaking Banks Europe
Fintech
Artificial Intelligence
Embedded Finance
Financial Inclusion
Milan Fintech Summit
Diversity and Inclusion
Sustainable Finance
Digital Banking
Sustainability
Banking Transformation
Trump
Revolut
Bitcoin
Mobile Money
Democratic Republic Of Congo
European Union
Fizes
Milano Fintech Summit
Digital Payments
Branch Closures

The European Edition of Breaking Banks brings you the European Unicorns, Startups, Founders, Regulators and Leaders innovating the rapidly evolving Fintech scene, with some of the world’s most well-known hosts and influencers in fintech. Produced in cooperation with FintechStage.

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In this episode of Breaking Banks Europe, host Don Ginsel is joined by fintech thought leader Alessandro Hatami, co-founder of Pacemakers.io , to explore the most important trends shaping the future of financial services. The conversation covers fina... more

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In last month’s segment of #BBE, Elizabeth Kleinveld invited Lars Markull, founder of Embedded Finance Review, and Philipp Buschmann, CEO of AAZZUR. Celebrating the podcast’s sixth anniversary, the episode explores major trends across funding, regula... more

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As Breaking Banks Europe approaches its 6th anniversary, we’re celebrating with a special throwback! Host Matteo Rizzi welcomes back Serena Torielli, CEO and founder of WealthHype, who first joined us in Episode 3 – at the very start of our journey: ... more

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In this episode of Breaking Banks Europe, hosts Matteo Rizzi and Don Ginsel welcome guest Bianca Lopes for a global discussion on fintech innovation, neobanks, and regulation. They begin with Revolut’s rapid growth and $13 billion expansion, comparin... more

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Lars Mörkel
Founder of Embedded Finance Review, focusing on embedded finance.
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Episode: Episode 271: News From The Fintech Front (November 2025)
Philipp Bushman
CEO of Azure, an embedded finance platform.
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Episode: Episode 271: News From The Fintech Front (November 2025)
Serena Torielli
CEO and founder of WealthHype
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Episode: Episode 270: News From The Fintech Front (October 2025)
Bianca Lopez
Fintech entrepreneur and speaker
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Episode: Episode 269: News From The Fintech Front (September 2025)
Sarah Kaczanski
Former CEO of Fintech Wales and fintech expert with over 15 years in the industry.
Fintech Wales
Episode: Episode 268: News From The Fintech Front (August 2025)
Ian Horn
Head of Content at Xappobank, with a background in fintech and content management.
Xappobank
Episode: Episode 268: News From The Fintech Front (August 2025)
Leon Ifeyami
Director of Coalition and Research at the Center for Finance, Innovation, and Technology
Center for Finance, Innovation, and Technology
Episode: Episode 267: News From The Fintech Front (July 2025)
Christy Duncan
Founder and CEO of Women in Payments
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Episode: Episode 267: News From The Fintech Front (July 2025)
Charles Hoskinson
Co-founder of Cardano and Input Output, an expert in cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies.
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Episode: Special Episode: Money2020 Europe 2025 – Take Over

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Matteo Rizzi
Host and executive producer, known for facilitating engaging discussions on fintech developments and innovations.
Don Ginzel
Co-host with expertise in fintech discussions and market strategies.

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Episode 247: The Bankers’ Bookshelf – Going Cashless with Digital Currencies
Q: Why is living in China valuable for your insights on fintech?
Having experienced the transition to a cashless society in China allows for comparative insights with other global markets.
Episode 247: The Bankers’ Bookshelf – Going Cashless with Digital Currencies
Q: What motivates central banks to initiate the development of central bank digital currencies?
Central banks see CBDCs as a solution to the inefficiencies in the payment systems that cost economies a significant percentage of their GDP.
Episode 247: The Bankers’ Bookshelf – Going Cashless with Digital Currencies
Q: What are the major trends in the world of payments?
The biggest trend to watch globally is the rise of real-time payments, which is expected to reshape transaction methods even in the West.
Episode 244: The Bankers’ Bookshelf – “Branch Today, Gone Tomorrow”
Q: Do you foresee the branches will effectively disappear, or is just the power between the digital branch which will reshape the power in favor of digital support?
Branches will continue to decline but may remain relevant for high-tier customers while digital banking takes precedence.
Episode 242: Milan Fintech Summit Special: Let’s Talk Inclusion!
Q: What are the challenges and opportunities offered by the market?
Chris highlights the digital transformation in fintech and the exclusion of asylum seekers from financial services due to lack of trust and information.

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Exploring the dynamic world of fintech, engaging discussions center around emerging trends, regulatory updates, and innovations shaping the European financial technology landscape. Episodes often feature insights from fintech leaders and experts, who share their experiences in navigating the complex interplay between technology and finance. Notable topics include the rise of neobanks, the crucial role of embedded finance, and the evolving landscape of digital payments and regulatory compliance. The podcast uniquely highlights the voices of diverse stakeholders in the fintech ecosystem, making it relevant for listeners interested in the future of banking, finance, and technology.

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