Fintech Chatter Podcast
Tier One People, leaders in Fintech Executive search presents Fintech Chatter, Australia's no1 Fintech podcast!
Hosted by Dexter Cousins, renowned Fintech Headhunter and advisor to some of the worlds leading fintech companies on hiring and leadership.
Fintech Chatter is your one-stop shop for all things Fintech in Australia and the APAC region. We chat about everything from AI, blockchain, digital banks, insurtech, payments, embedded finance, open banking, digital assets and other emerging technologies
Dexter brings exclusive guest interviews with renowned Fintech leaders to discuss their secrets on leadership, entrepreneurship, Fintech innovation, product development, growth strategies, hiring top talent, venture capital and capital raising, scaling and fintech startup tips.
Dexter also shares his expertise on careers, leadership and hiring all through a Fintech lens.
Fintech Chatter Podcast
Singapore Fintech Festival - Review with Kristofer Rogers
In this special episode of Fintech Chatter, host Dexter Cousins and guest Kristofer Rogers of Volt.io discuss the Singapore Fintech Festival 2024, highlighting its scale, the quality of discussions, and the global interest in fintech.
They explore themes of financial health, geopolitical impacts, interoperability, and the future of embedded finance emphasizing the need for collaboration in the fintech ecosystem.
In this conversation, Kristofer Rogers and Dexter discuss the evolving landscape of FinTech, focusing on the implications of disruption, the changing nature of leadership, and the critical importance of talent.
They explore the accessibility of industry leaders, the significance of community events, and Australia's position in the global FinTech arena.
The discussion highlights the challenges and opportunities facing Australia, the need for a long-term vision, and an optimistic outlook for the future of FinTech, particularly in relation to trade finance and digital currency.
Takeaways
- The Singapore Fintech Festival 2024 had 65,000 delegates.
- Financial health is a more pressing issue than financial inclusion.
- Interoperability is becoming more important than innovation in fintech.
- Africa presents unique opportunities for fintech.
- Collaboration among fintechs and banks is essential for success.
- Embedded finance is maturing, but challenges remain.
- The festival highlighted the importance of genuine business connections.
- Talent is a critical focus area that is often overlooked in discussions.
- Accessibility of industry leaders fosters networking and collaboration.
- A long-term vision is necessary for Australia to establish its identity in FinTech.
- Optimism exists for the future of FinTech in Australia, with potential growth opportunities.
- Global trade and currency are poised for significant changes in the coming years.
- The FinTech landscape is evolving, and businesses must adapt to stay relevant.
Chapters
00:00 Overview of the Singapore Fintech Festival
06:04 Global Perspectives on Fintech
12:01 Interoperability vs. Innovation in Fintech
18:00 Collaboration in the Fintech Ecosystem
27:46 The Implications of Disruption
33:21 Accessibility and Networking in FinTech
40:05 Challenges and Opportunities for Australia
45:55 Optimism for the Future of FinTech
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