On the latest episode of FinTechFocusTV, Toby Babb sits down with the innovative minds behind SilverTide Financial—Itay and Kirill— to explore how they're revolutionizing trade analytics with cutting-edge technology. From leaving big institutions like Deutsche Bank and Janus Henderson to create a FinTech disruptor, this conversation dives deep into the journey of building a company that aims to be in a "market of one." Tune in to discover:• How SilverTide has achieved rapid growth a...

Exciting new episode of #FinTechFocusTV! Join Toby as he sits down with Polina from EdgeConnect AI to dive into the future of portfolio data management. From the challenges of launching a startup in the FinTech space to revolutionizing the way investors collect and utilise data; this conversation is packed with insights you don't want to miss.Polina shares her journey from HG Capital to co-founding EdgeConnect, and how their innovative approach is transforming the industry. Whether ...

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, host Toby Babb interviews Duncan Trenholme, Global Co-Head of Digital Assets at TP ICAP. Duncan discusses the company’s strategic approach to digital assets, focusing on the development of their crypto derivatives and spot exchange platforms, as well as the growing institutional demand for these services.Duncan highlights TP ICAP’s careful scaling of its digital asset business, emphasising the importance of trust, regulatory alignment, and the evolving mar...

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, host Toby Babb interviews Andrew Simpson, CEO, and Rachel Przybylski, Chief Product Officer of SIGMA Financial AI. They discuss SIGMA's innovative use of real-time data analytics and AI, particularly their natural language processing technology that creates human-readable reports and identifies patterns in financial data. Rachel and Andy highlight the importance of blending strong engineering with financial expertise, fostering a collaborative st...

In this engaging episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby Babb interviews Usman Khan, the Founder of APEX, to discuss the transformative power of AI in the financial industry. Usman shares the compelling journey of APEX, from its early days during the pandemic to its current position as a leader in AI-driven financial technology. The episode dives deep into how APEX is leveraging AI to revolutionise capital markets, improve decision-making, and empower firms to reach new heights. FinT...

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, host Toby Babb interviews Caroline Serdarevic, Head of International and Global Head of Sales at Millennium Advisors, LLC. Caroline discusses the firm's focus on electronic trading and its growth across various asset classes.Caroline highlights Millennium Advisors' commitment to continuous innovation, a strong, collaborative company culture, and a flat structure that promotes nimble decision-making, alongside their recent expansion into Asia and the effort...

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby is joined by Scott Govoni, the Regional Director for the Americas at FIX Trading Community. The pair discuss the upcoming Americas Trading Conference on October 16th in New York, highlighting its significance for networking and electronic trading discussions.Scott shares his excitement about expanding FIX events across various regions in the Americas, driven by community input. The conference will cover topics like T+1, digital assets, AI in...

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby Babb interviews Andrew Riabchuk, the Founder of Akurateco, about his extensive experience in the payments industry and the development of his payment orchestration platform. Andrew explains how Akurateco simplifies complex payment processes for fintech businesses, banks, and telecom providers by offering a wide range of payment methods and features, including AI-driven solutions for anti-fraud measures. He highlights the impact of the COVID-...

In this episode of Fintech Focus TV, Chris Lees, Founder of FixSpec, discusses the inefficiencies in financial services connectivity, particularly the outdated use of the FIX protocol and PDFs. Chris highlights the industry's reluctance to innovate due to regulatory and risk concerns but emphasises the potential for transformation with new technologies like blockchain, AI, and cloud computing.FixSpec is currently in a "going dark" phase, where they are rethinking their business model to ...

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby Babb interviews Eric Soderberg, Managing Partner of Forefront Communications Group Inc., about the critical role of branding in fintech. Eric emphasises that strong, consistent branding is essential for value and differentiation in a crowded market, advising companies to prioritise professional design and messaging. He discusses common pitfalls founders face in brand development, recommending outsourcing to specialised agencies rather than h...

In this FinTech Focus TV episode, Toby Babb interviews Andrew Kaufmann about his nonprofit venture, the Time to Give Network.Andrew explains how his extensive career in institutional sales and fintech led him to identify inefficiencies in accessing key individuals in the financial services industry.Andrew shares how a period between jobs allowed him to ideate and launch the platform, driven by a desire to create a meaningful legacy. He discusses the mechanics of the platform, where time giver...

In the latest episode of Fintech Focus TV, Toby Babb sits down with Totem’s CRO, Matt Ryan to discuss Totem's evolution, highlighting their integration of technology to enhance user-generated content and support virtual and hybrid events. The pair explore the importance of data in creating personalised and efficient event experiences, and the role of technology in improving event ROI and participant engagement. Matt introduces the concept of "digital hospitality," stressing the need...

In the latest episode of Fintech Focus TV, Toby Babb sits down with Adedamola Adetola the General Manager of Europe and Africa at Bridgewise.Adedamola discusses Bridgewise’s $21 million Series A funding round and its innovative use of AI, pivoting from running an equity fund to generating institutional-grade research reports on undercovered stocks globally.The episode delves into the company's strategic growth, particularly in the retail segment, and addresses the longer sales cycles in insti...

In the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby sits down with Martin de Rijke, Business Operations Manager at Maple Finance. Martin shares his fascinating journey from discovering Bitcoin in high school to leading growth at Maple Finance, an innovative institutional marketplace built on blockchain technology. Discover how Maple is revolutionising the financial industry by bringing transparency and efficiency through decentralised finance (DeFi). Learn about their latest offering, Syrup, whic...

In the latest episode of Fintech Focus TV, Toby Babb sits down with True Partnership’s Co-Founder & CEO, Thomas Ungi, about how his transformative experience with coaching led him to co-found True Partnership.We discover how the firm has grown, expanded and emphasised their focus on understanding individual needs, fostering diversity, and connecting with people.The pair discuss the importance of recognising and nurturing unconventional talent and sharing anecdotes about successful hires f...

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Duncan Higgins, CEO of Sustainable Trading where he discusses his initiative to make the trading industry more environmentally and socially responsible.With a 25-year career in finance, Duncan founded Sustainable Trading to address the industry's lack of a concerted sustainability effort. The initiative has seen strong support, growing from 30 to 60 member firms, driven by the commercial benefits of sustainability for clients and poten...

Joining Ian Bailey on this special Pay360 episode of FinTech Focus TV is Peter Theunis, Senior Vice President of Sales at BPC Banking Technologies. With over 25 years in payments and banking, Peter shares BPC's journey from a traditional software vendor to a SaaS and processing company, emphasising their SmartVista platform and expansion into fraud management, digital banking, and public transport solutions.Highlighting BPC's global reach, Peter explains their support for customers in ov...

On this special episode of FinTech Focus TV, Ian is joined by marketing legends within the space at Payal Raina’s FinTech B2B Marketing Conference in April. Ian spoke with Payal Raina, Rashee Pandey, Emmy Granström, Meredith Odgers, Sumeet Vermani, Natasha Gay, Mia Mohammad, Georgie Taylor, Michael Borrelli, Shelia Mitham and Vanessa Lovatt about the significant role of marketing in driving growth and innovation in the FinTech industry.This episode emphasises that effective marketing is ...

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Ross Kolodyazhnyi, CEO of DCM and CTPO at Calyptus. Ross shares his journey from digitalising banks in Eastern Europe to leading fintech innovations at Wirex and now as CEO of DCM. He discusses his role in integrating blockchain with traditional banking and emphasises the importance of transparency and interoperability in financial transactions. Tune in to learn about DCM's upcoming product launch and Ross' vision for the fut...

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, host Toby Babb welcomes Tom Lazenga and Steve Roe from TNS. Tom, head of the financial markets business, and Steve, the founder of West Highland, discuss the recent acquisition of West Highland by TNS. They share insights on the strategic motivations behind the merger, the importance of maintaining an entrepreneurial spirit, and the impact on market data operations. The pair also share valuable knowledge about the synergies created by this merger...

In this special episode of FinTech Focus TV, host Ian welcomes Katerina Rabava, Marketing Head at Tata Consultancy Services, to the show at the Harrington Starr booth at the FinTech B2B Marketing Conference event.Katerina emphasises how marketing goes beyond traditional boundaries to drive innovation and growth, especially in a post-COVID world where it transcends being merely a 'colouring department.'Exploring the role of AI in marketing, Katerina emphasises its role as an enabler rather tha...

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, host Ian welcomes Ion Fratiloiu, Founder & CEO of Finkr to the show.Ion discusses Finkr’s role in assisting fintech companies, lenders, and technology firms to scale up or enter the UK market.He highlights the company's dual focus: consulting on business strategy, product, and technology integration, and facilitating capital raising through equity and debt. The pair discuss the evolving landscape of AI and technology in financial services, emphasi...

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Rukayyat Kolawole, Founder and CEO of PaceUp Invest. Rukayyat shares her journey from investment banking to launching her own fintech company, inspired by personal experiences and cultural influences.In this episode, she highlights the importance of financial literacy and inclusion, focusing on underserved groups such as women and underrepresented communities. The pair discuss leveraging technology, including AI, to democratise fi...

Join us for a special episode of FinTech Focus TV, recorded live at the FinTech B2B Marketing Conference in London. Host Ian Bailey sits down with Lord Chris Holmes, who has spent over a decade in the House of Lords championing technology for public good. They dive deep into the transformative potential of AI and tokenisation in the FinTech sector. Lord Holmes emphasises the importance of understanding and leveraging these technologies not just for their novelty but for real, human-centered s...