HolyWally 👉 https://bit.ly/3h2hkWl In this episode of The Future of Financial Services Podcast, host Vuk is joined by J.K. Khalil, General Manager, MENA East at Mastercard. J.K. brings a wealth of experience in technology, FinTech, and strategy consulting to the show, along with a deep understanding of the MEA markets. The discussion centres around the future of financial services, the power of partnerships, and the role of AI in this industry and beyond. In Part 1 of the episode: J.K. Khalil offers a unique perspective as an enabler of all other players in the industry, providing a bird's eye view of what's been happening and what's to come in the future.In this episode, they discuss the various ecosystem players and their views on the future of financial services, including retailers, fintechs, and tech enablers.They delve into the change that's been happening in the industry over the previous years, looking at how technology and innovation have transformed financial services.The power of partnerships is also discussed, with a focus on the importance of collaboration between traditional financial institutions and fintech startups.Finally, they touch on the role of AI in the industry and beyond, exploring its potential to revolutionize various aspects of our lives.With J.K. Khalil's insights on the future of financial services, listeners can gain a better understanding of the current state of the industry and what we can expect to see in the years to come. The conversation provides a valuable perspective on the power of partnerships and the role of AI, highlighting the potential for collaboration and innovation in the financial services sector. The Change Officer Podcast's Future of Financial Services Series is brought to you by HolyWally, the world’s first wallet-as-a-service platform. To find out how HolyWally can help you create a mobile wallet to increase your revenue and reduce your time to market, visit their website: https://www.holywally.com Find J.K. online: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jkkhalil/ 🎬 This episode is produced by Poddster, an end-to-end video podcast production company that helps businesses conceptualize, produce, manage, and grow podcasts for their brand. Click this link to book a free consultation with Poddster's team or rent a studio: poddster.com/book-free-consultation/ 📹 Check out Poddster studio based in Dubai Media City: poddster.com/podcast-studio-dubai/ ✨ They say that change is the only constant. If this is true, we want to know what is the change ahead. To get the answers, our hosts Ivan Zeljkovic and Vuk Zlatarov are talking to the change-makers themselves. We invite you to join us on the journey of getting the answer ✨ FOLLOW THE CHANGE OFFICER: www.thechangeofficer.com Instagram - www.instagram.com/thechangeofficer LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-change-officer-podcast/ Twitter - twitter.com/changeofficer_ TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@thechangeofficer