Fintech Finance Podcasts: The FF Salon
FF News | Fintech Finance presents... well.. what is turning into a selection of creative, innovative spins on B2B podcasts! Kicking off with the ”FF Salon”, we interview some of the best and brightest in Fintech... while at the same time, cutting, styling & ”zhuzh”ing their hair; giving us much more intimate and deeper insight into what makes these executives and companies tick Coming up... - Carpool Conversations @ITC - The FF Salon @Sibos
Episodes

Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
Get ready for another exciting episode of The Paytech Show where we explore the latest trends & technologies in the payments industry. In today’s episode, we’re diving into the world of ISO 20022, the new global standard for financial messaging.
To get a better understanding of the opportunities and challenges that ISO 20022 presents, we travel to Frankfurt for a discussion with Marc Recker, Global Head of Product – Institutional Cash Management at Deutsche Bank. Marc shared his insights on how Deutsche Bank has prepared for the transition.
We were also lucky enough to be joined by Simon Wilson, MD for Transaction Automation at valantic FSA. Simon gave us the low-down on the ways his organization is helping banks of all sizes become compliant with ISO 20022 both before and after the deadline.

Thursday Apr 06, 2023
Thursday Apr 06, 2023
Welcome to the 3rd and final part of this Fintech Show miniseries focused on Bitstamp’s latest educational offering, the Bitstamp Learn Center. In part 3 of the series, FF News’ own Douglas Mackenzie sits down for a virtual discussion with Amanda Shoffel, General Manager & CCO of Bitstamp UK and Miha Vidmar, Chief Product Officer at Bitstamp.
Tune in to learn more about the state of education in the cryptocurrency industry.

Tuesday Apr 04, 2023
Tuesday Apr 04, 2023
In this miniseries of The Fintech Show, we’ll be talking all about Bitstamp and its new educational platform, the Bitstamp Learn Center. In Part 2 of the series, FF News’ Doug Mackenzie gets to know more about the Bitstamp Learn Center with, Aysenur Yükselal Aji, Global Head of Product Marketing and Shadman Salem, Head of Strategic Partnerships.

Monday Apr 03, 2023
Monday Apr 03, 2023
In this miniseries of The Fintech Show, we’ll be talking all about Bitstamp and its new educational platform, the Bitstamp Learn Center. In this episode, FF News’ Doug Mackenzie catches up with some of the minds behind the Learn Center, Jonathan Metais & Aysenur Yükselal Aji, to learn more about education in the cryptocurrency sector.

Thursday Mar 30, 2023
Thursday Mar 30, 2023
Welcome to another thought-provoking Virtual Arena from FF News. For this conversation, we’ll be talking about the emerging market opportunities in the payments industry and the actions that financial institutions can take to capitalize on these circumstances. In this virtual arena, FF News’ Doug Mackenzie is joined by Anurag Bajaj, the Global Head of Banks, Broker-Dealers and Fintech at Standard Chartered.

Wednesday Mar 29, 2023
Wednesday Mar 29, 2023
Welcome back to another insightful Virtual Arena from FF News. In these turbulent economic times, market uncertainty is a serious problem that’s concerning leadership teams across industries. Especially in the finance & financial technology industries. That’s why, in this Virtual Arena, we’ll be having a detailed conversation about the ways that organisations can use best-of-breed analytics and technology platforms to combat this market uncertainty.
For this Virtual Arena, FF News’ Ali Paterson is joined by Christian Kahl, President of FINCAD, and Gennadiy Friedman, Managing Director at Enfusion.

Monday Feb 13, 2023
Monday Feb 13, 2023
Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the changing demands of corporate customers in 2023 with Daniel Gill from SunTec and David McHenry from Silicon Valley Bank. As technology continues to advance, the expectations of businesses are evolving, and it’s important to stay ahead of the curve.
With years of experience and a deep understanding of the industry, Daniel and David will provide valuable insights and practical solutions to help you navigate the challenges of the modern business world.
One key area of concern for corporate customers is billing and invoicing. With the rise of digital payments and complex pricing models, businesses are increasingly seeking solutions that can simplify and streamline the billing process. This is where corporate billing comes in, allowing companies to consolidate their billing and invoicing systems and reduce the administrative burden of managing multiple vendors and payment channels.
By adopting innovative billing solutions, businesses can not only save time and resources but also enhance the overall customer experience and drive revenue growth. During the discussion, Daniel and David will share their insights and expertise on how businesses can leverage the latest corporate billing technologies to stay competitive in 2023 and beyond.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from two of the leading voices in corporate innovation, and discover the keys to success in 2023.

Thursday Feb 09, 2023
Thursday Feb 09, 2023
Join us for an exciting Virtual Arena, where we showcase the dynamic minds behind African innovation in Europe. Our guests, Gwerna Kiwana from MFS Africa, Matthew Barnard from BBD, and Matteo Rizzi from FTS Group, will share their inspiring journeys and innovative visions.
Get an inside look into Gwerna Kiwana’s experience as a tech leader and her efforts to bring financial services to the underbanked population in Africa. Learn about BBD’s mission to highlight African innovation, showing organisations around the world how they can embrace it too. Discover how FTS Group is supporting African startups and shaping the future of technology through African innovation.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from top African entrepreneurs in Europe. Tune in to this Virtual Arena and be inspired by their stories of perseverance, creativity, and success.

Tuesday Feb 07, 2023
Tuesday Feb 07, 2023
In the fast-paced world of payments and finance, new technologies are constantly emerging to streamline processes and improve the customer experience. ISO 20022 is a global standard for electronic data interchange that is revolutionizing the way we make and receive payments.
Join us for the latest episode of The Paytech Show as we explore the impact of ISO 20022 on the payments industry. Our guests include Isabel Schmidt, Co-Head of Payments Products at BNY Mellon, Rachel Hunt, VP of Strategy & Growth at Volante Technologies, and Carl Slabicki, Co-Head of Global Payments, Treasury Services, BNY Mellon. These experts will provide valuable insights on the latest developments and trends in the payments space and discuss how ISO 20022 is driving innovation and efficiency.
Isabel Schmidt will shed light on how BNY Mellon is utilizing ISO 20022 to enhance its payment offerings and improve the customer experience. Rachel Hunt will discuss the role of ISO 20022 in the growth of fintech and the transformation of traditional financial services. Carl Slabicki will share his perspectives on the benefits of ISO 20022 for global payments and the future of the industry.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the best in the business on the latest developments in payments technology. Whether you’re a financial professional or just curious about the future of payments, this episode of The Paytech Show is a must-watch. So, tune in now and stay ahead of the curve in the exciting world of payments and finance!

Friday Jan 20, 2023
Friday Jan 20, 2023
In today’s Virtual Arena join Dionach’s Mark Phillips and Adyen’s Alex Matthey as they detail to Doug Mackenzie how you should really build a fintech. In today’s world, security must be at the core of everything, even your mission, not just your tech.