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FinTech Futures

FinTech Futures
Artificial Intelligence
Cross-Border Payments
Stablecoins
Open Banking
Digital Banking
Embedded Finance
Snappi
Stable Coins
AI In Banking
Fintech Lending
Tandem Bank
Sustainability
Project Nemo
Real-Time Payments (RTP)
Asset Management
Starling Banking Services
Wallet In Telegram
Agentic AI
Quantum Computing
IFX Payments

FinTech Futures is the #1 provider of global fintech news and intelligence. You can find worldwide fintech news, intelligence & analysis at fintechfutures.com.

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In this episode of the What the FinTech? podcast, host and FinTech Futures Managing Editor Paul Hindle is joined by Ryan King, co-founder of US fintech Chime, to learn more about Chime's development and deployment of ChimeCore, its proprietary core b... more

In this episode of the What the FinTech? podcast, host and FinTech Futures Managing Editor Paul Hindle is joined by Jude Melville, CEO of b1BANK, to explore how US regional banks are actively embracing AI to compete in an increasingly technology-driv... more

In this episode of the What the FinTech? podcast, recorded live at Money20/20 Europe in Amsterdam, host and FinTech Futures Managing Editor Paul Hindle is joined by Lee McNabb, Payment and Digital Asset Lead at NatWest, to explore the growing role of... more

In this episode of the What the FinTech? podcast, host and FinTech Futures Managing Editor Paul Hindle is joined by Cassie Craddock, Managing Director for UK and Europe at Ripple, to explore the work Ripple is doing to transform cross-border payments... more

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Lee McNabb
Payment and digital asset lead at NatWest
NatWest
Episode: What the FinTech? | S.7 Episode 12 | Preparing for a multi-money future: NatWest on the digital asset revolution
Cassie Craddock
Managing Director for UK and Europe at Ripple
Ripple
Episode: What the FinTech? | S.7 Episode 11 | Blockchain, stablecoins, and cross-border payments: Inside Ripple's European expansion
Bill Borden
Corporate Vice President of Financial Services at Microsoft
Microsoft
Episode: What the FinTech? | S.7 Episode 10 | Agentic AI in finance - innovation, security, and trust
Simone Löfgen
Global head of payment platforms at Commerzbank
Commerzbank
Episode: What the FinTech? | S.7 Episode 9 | What’s next for Europe’s payments ecosystem? – Tech trends, evolving regulations, and the sovereignty debate
René Michau
Global Head of Digital Assets at Standard Chartered
Standard Chartered
Episode: What the FinTech? | S.7 Episode 8 | Beyond the hype – what’s next for stablecoins?
Gabriella Kindert
CEO of Snappi
Snappi
Episode: What the FinTech? | S.7 Episode 7 | Exploring the Greek neobank landscape with Snappi
Subodh Kulkarni
CEO of Rigetti Computing
Rigetti Computing
Episode: What the FinTech? | S.7 Episode 6 | Quantum computing and its impact on financial services
Simon Plant
Deputy Director for Innovation at the National Quantum Computing Centre
National Quantum Computing Centre (UK)
Episode: What the FinTech? | S.7 Episode 6 | Quantum computing and its impact on financial services
Irina Chuchkina
Chief Growth Officer of Wallet in Telegram
Wallet in Telegram
Episode: Exploring the rise of digital wallets and super-apps | What the FinTech? | S7 Ep5

Hosts

Paul Hindle
Host and editor introducing guests; long-time FinTech Futures columnist and editor.
Cameron Emanuel-Burns
Host of the show and reporter at FinTech Futures with guest-interview duties.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • An important show in the fintech world

    I love What the Fintech, Paul brings on some of the best guests in the space and I always learn about new topics that I end up delving into more deeply later. A must-listen for any fintech junky.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kaleilani33
    United States3 years ago
  • A must-listen fintech podcast

    Great lively format with a fantastic lineup of interviewees

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rastajo
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • A diffrent kind of podcast

    An excellant podcast can't wait to see what more the team bring out. Well Done

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FintechFoodie
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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Audience notes the coverage is timely and informative for industry spikes and trends.
Listeners praise lineup of guests and practical fintech insights.
Format described as lively with strong interview quality.

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What the FinTech? | S.7 Episode 9 | What’s next for Europe’s payments ecosystem? – Tech trends, evolving regulations, and the sovereignty debate
Q: What is the role of AI in payments today and tomorrow?
AI helps with fraud prevention, customer service, and data-driven product optimization, but it also introduces fraud risks that require industry-wide collaboration and governance to manage liability and ensure trustworthy, transparent use.
What the FinTech? | S.7 Episode 9 | What’s next for Europe’s payments ecosystem? – Tech trends, evolving regulations, and the sovereignty debate
Q: How will regulatory changes affect cross-border payments and interoperability?
Regulations like ISO 20022, Instant Payments, and PSD2-style openness shape data availability and access, with a push toward resilience and harmonized oversight across markets, though differences remain between regions, necessitating careful orchestration and risk management.
What the FinTech? | S.7 Episode 9 | What’s next for Europe’s payments ecosystem? – Tech trends, evolving regulations, and the sovereignty debate
Q: What is the current state of play with payments in Europe and the big trends?
Europe is in a structural upgrade with data-rich ISO 20022, Instant Payments becoming the norm, and ongoing discussions about the digital euro, while balancing client needs, regulation, and technology, including cross-border considerations and sovereignty.
Exploring the rise of digital wallets and super-apps | What the FinTech? | S7 Ep5
Q: What are the main use cases inside the Telegram economy for Wallet in Telegram?
Key use cases include creator monetization through channels, real-time payments and subscriptions via blockchain, bot-enabled commerce and marketplaces, and the ability to exchange value through tokens, NFTs, and digital assets all within the Telegram environment.
Exploring the rise of digital wallets and super-apps | What the FinTech? | S7 Ep5
Q: How does Wallet in Telegram differentiate from traditional FinTech apps?
The solution is embedded directly in Telegram with no separate app, acting as a utility within the platform and leveraging real-time, low-cost transfers and an integrated wallet for payments, subscriptions, and creator monetization, rather than competing with banks.

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What is FinTech Futures about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show consistently features high-profile fintech executives, researchers, and industry analysts who dissect current trends in digital payments, AI in banking, stablecoins, and the broader fintech ecosystem. Episodes frequently explore real-world implementations, regulatory landscapes, and future technologies—ranging from cross-border payments and tokenized money to neobanks, quantum computing applications in finance, and behavioral science applied to customer experiences. A notable strength is the mix of practitioner perspectives from banks, fintechs, and research institutes, often with actionable takeaways for product teams, strategy leads, and sponsors seeking insight into emerging markets and scalable fintech infrastructure.

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Recent guests on FinTech Futures include:

1. Lee McNabb
2. Cassie Craddock
3. Bill Borden
4. Simone Löfgen
5. René Michau
6. Gabriella Kindert
7. Subodh Kulkarni
8. Simon Plant

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