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Falling into banking: The master orchestrator
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Are fintechs still eating bankers’ lunch? What roles will big techs play in consumer financial lives? For fintech founders pitching to community banks, what should they be mindful of? In this episode of One Vision — Fintech Fuse! Theo chats with Pam Kaur, Head of Bank Technology at BankTech Ventures, about her role in fostering connections and innovation in the banking and fintech sectors, and how she gets their portfolio companies ready to work with banks and take the partnership to the next level. The banking community is small and tight-knit. Relationships are an art. Being intentional in lifting others can go a long way in taking partnerships to the next level. A rising tide does lift all boats.
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The Future of Finance and Education in an AI-Driven World
45:58||Season 7Is our education system ready for the AI revolution in finance? Join Theodora Lau as she explores the intersection of artificial intelligence, financial innovation, and educational transformation with special guest Dr. Martha Boeckenfeld, CEO & Founder of the marthaverse.In this eye-opening episode of One Vision — The FinTech Fuse, we dive deep into:• How technological advancement is reshaping our daily lives• Why the digital divide threatens inclusive innovation• The crucial role of education in fostering innovation and equality• Essential frameworks for global AI regulation in finance• Strategies for becoming AI-readyDr. Boeckenfeld shares invaluable insights on bridging the gap between rapid technological advancement and human adaptation through education. From critical thinking development to regulatory considerations, this episode offers a comprehensive look at preparing for an AI-led future.#Fintech #AI #FutureOfWork #FinancialServices #DigitalTransformation #Innovation #LifeLongLearningRelated Episode:- The future (of money and finance) is a blurAI adventures with Noelle Russell: Responsible innovation, regulation, and beyond.
45:09||Season 7Jump into the latest episode of One Vision with Theodora Lau, featuring Noelle Russell, Chief AI Officer of the AI Leadership Institute. They chat about responsible AI, education, and the future of work — plus the thrills and spills of AI regulation. With all the excitement around AI, it is easy to get distracted and run straight for the shiny new toy. Noelle’s golden advice? Know your tool’s true purpose. From the boardroom to the whiteboard and keyboard, it is crucial for everyone to grasp AI’s business potential and best practices. And leaders need to create an internal environment that encourages open use of AI and fosters responsible innovation. The future of AI is bright and agentic. Tune in for a fun and insightful ride!Explore Georgia's Rapidly Growing Fintech Ecosystem
36:30||Season 7Join Theodora Lau and Stephanie Foster in this week’s One Vision — FinTech Fuse! as they dive into Georgia's booming fintech scene, where 80% of US payment transactions are processed. Atlanta, nicknamed "Transaction Alley," is the hub of this fintech revolution, handling more than half of the nation’s credit card processing.In this episode, we feature Laura Gibson Lamothe, Executive Director of the Georgia Fintech Academy. Discover the evolution of fintech education and the Academy's focus on experiential learning, supported by partnerships with industry giants like BlackRock and U.S. Bank Elavon. Since its inception, the Academy has influenced over 8,000 students and sparked increased interest in the finance-tech intersection.Learn about Laura’s global upbringing and its impact on her innovative perspective. Tune in for an insightful discussion that’s shaping the future of fintech!FinTech Frontiers: Global Innovation, Trust, and the Future of SMEs
40:41||Season 7As we often say, look East for fintech innovation. Luckily, you don’t have to get on a plane this time. In this week’s One Vision — FinTech Fuse! Join Sanjeev Kumar — CEO at WhiteSight, and Theodora Lau, as they chat about the growing fintech ecosystem in Brazil, Asia, and the Middle East, challenges and opportunities in fintech globalization, and the importance of customer trust. Can we build global fintechs or will they stay local and specialized? How will the fintech ecosystem evolve for small and medium-sized businesses? Are fintechs delivering on customer trust? Tune in and find out!As we often say, look East for fintech innovation. Luckily, you don’t have to get on a plane this time. In this week’s One Vision — FinTech Fuse! Join Sanjeev Kumar — CEO at WhiteSight, and Theodora Lau, as they chat about the growing fintech ecosystem in Brazil, Asia, and the Middle East, challenges and opportunities in fintech globalization, and the importance of customer trust. Can we build global fintechs or will they stay local and specialized? How will the fintech ecosystem evolve for small and medium-sized businesses? Are fintechs delivering on customer trust? Tune in and find out!***About Whitesight Fintech Research: https://whitesight.net/ About Sanjeef Kumar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanjeev-fintech/***About One Vision: One Vision podcast, hosted by Theodora Lau, brings purposeful innovation to the spotlight. It is where impact meets innovation. One Vision is a convergence of minds that dream of a sustainable world for future generations galvanized by innovation. The new season, Fintech Fuse! features the powerful trio of women in fintech: Barb McLean, Stephanie Foster, and Theodora Lau. *** ► Unconventional Ventures: https://www.unconventionalventures.com/ ► Subscribe to newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/2ke9spzm ► Subscribe to YouTube channel: https://tinyurl.com/37hhrn72 ► More One Vision podcast episodes: https://shows.acast.com/one-vision #OneVision #Podcast #AI #FinTech #Financialservices #CreditUnion #InnovationShaping the future of banking with responsible AI at scale
14:09||Season 7It is no longer a question of whether financial institutions need AI, but more a question of what use cases we should focus on first, and how we can best scale the technology. In this special episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! Theo chats with John Duigenan, General Manager, Global Financial Services Industry with IBM Technology, and Shanker Ramamurthy, Global Managing Partner Banking & Financial Markets with IBM Consulting, on what to expect at the upcoming Money 20/20 USA conference in Las Vegas. From scaling generative AI across the financial services enterprise, to trustworthy AI best practices and top use cases for GenAI, the agenda is packed with insights from IBM experts with deep knowledge in modernization, digital transformation, and emerging technologies. Join us where fintech meets responsible AI, and let’s shape the future of banking together.**To learn more about IBM’s insights, expectations, and recommendations for the banking industry when it comes to the most significant development in technology in decades, check out these sessions and stop at IBM's conference space in Meeting Room MR 2202. October 27 at 10:20 AM PT — Generative AI: The New Accelerator for SME Banking with Shanker Ramamurthy, IBM Consulting & Steve Van Wyk and Banking Industry Architecture Network (BIAN) October 28 at 10:00 AM PM — Technology & the Future of Financial Services with Gary Cohn, Chairman IBM October 29 at 10:00 AM PT — Reimagining Treasury & Cash Management with Matthew Angelstad, IBM Consulting & Kartik Kaushik, RBC Capital Markets October 29 at 1:55 PM PT — Consumer Complaints: Reduce Risk and Improve Compliance through AI-Based Analysis with Maya Wilson, IBM PromontoryYou can find all the details here! https://www.ibm.com/events/money2020 #AI #FinTech #FinancialServices #IBMPartner #Money2020USA **Cracking the Code: Simplifying AI Adoption in Credit Unions
25:27||Season 7Credit unions and smaller financial institutions rely heavily on 3rd party providers for AI solutions. But lack of clarity on regulations is one of the factors hindering the adoption of AI in the industry. In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! Theo chat with Elizabeth Osborne, COO of Great Lakes Credit Union, on the strategies and challenges for adopting AI in the financial services industry. Pro tip from Elizabeth: Start with a focused used case and keep it simple; avoid unnecessary and overcomplicated layers of requirements and dependencies. And don’t forget to listen to your members’ feedback!Identity safety and the power of data
39:28||Season 7Everyone has likely been breached and will continue to be breached at some point. Unfortunately, current practices for protecting against identity theft and fraud are equivalent to "dark ages medicine" and do not effectively guide individuals on protective actions. When customers don’t take action, is it because they are not motivated, or is it because the process is simply too complex? In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! We chat with Jim Van Dyke, Senior Principal of Innovation for TransUnion on identity safety and how financial institutions can become better guardians for their customers by leveraging data in a smart and thoughtful way.The future (of money and finance) is a blur
50:51||Season 7In the past decade, we have seen significant progress in data democratization and the rise of consumer-centric financial services — thanks to disruption brought on by increased mobility. As we continue the journey, who will lead the next revolution? Who will be the key players and where will financial advice come from? In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! Theo chat with Efi Pylarinou on the future of money and finance. While many companies are focusing on low-hanging fruit improvements, there is still plenty of room for innovation in the infrastructure of financial services that can bring significant business value. Where will we go as a society, against the backdrop of geopolitical tensions and regulatory uncertainties? The future belongs to the crazy — who dare to try. *** About Efi Pylarinou: efipylarinou.comAbout One Vision: One Vision podcast, hosted by Theodora Lau, brings purposeful innovation to the spotlight. It is where impact meets innovation. One Vision is a convergence of minds that dream of a sustainable world for future generations galvanized by innovation. The new season, Fintech Fuse! features the powerful trio of women in fintech: Barb McLean, Stephanie Foster, and Theodora Lau.***► Unconventional Ventures: https://www.unconventionalventures.com/► Subscribe to newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/2ke9spzm► Subscribe to YouTube channel: https://tinyurl.com/37hhrn72 ► More One Vision podcast episodes: https://shows.acast.com/one-vision#OneVision #Podcast #AI #FinTech #Financialservices #InnovationBalancing human and AI in delivering meaningful solutions for credit union members
33:49||Season 7Traditional views on financial milestones and pathways to financial security are changing, and we need different solutions to address our changing needs at various stages of life. In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! Theo chat with April Clobes, President/CEO of MSU Federal Credit Union, on the impact of technology in the credit union industry. There is an immense interest in deploying AI to create personalized solutions for members and drive efficiencies for credit unions; how we can best leverage the technology in a responsible and fair manner is an on-going exercise. Financial services industry is at an interesting and exciting crossroad. Much work to be done, there is.