The Bankers’ BookShelf is back, and this week Paolo Sironi invited Erin Taylor and Anette Broløs – Co-founders of Finthropology to delve into the essence of finance beyond mere numbers. They argue that for most people, finance serves to achieve life goals and maintain social relationships, emphasizing the human aspect of financial transactions. The…

Another month, another “News From the Fintech Front.” In Episode 223, March 2024 unfolds with the latest in fintech, hosted by Elizabeth Kleinveld. Joined by Oana Ifrim, Lead Editor at The Paypers, and David Gyori, CEO of Banking Reports London, the episode delves into the industry’s hottest topics. Discussions center around the transition from cas…

In the second episode of THE BANKERS’ BOOKSHELF hosted by Paolo Sironi, Mario Nava (Director General of DG REFORM for EU Commission) and Thorsten Beck (Director of the Florence School of Banking and Finance at the European University Institute) discuss the recent research “Digital Finance in the EU: drivers, risks, and opportunities”. The episode d…

In this episode of “Fintech4Good,” hosted by Matteo Rizzi, Chris Lawrence from the Interledger Foundation joins the conversation on financial inclusion and digital innovation. Chris shares insights into his background in open tech and philanthropy, highlighting the foundation’s mission to promote open protocols for payments. The discussion covers p…

Breaking Banks Europe is back with its “News From The Fintech Front” – February 2024 edition, this time hosted by Roberto Capodieci, and featuring UK-based Marie Walker broadcasting live from Washington and Sanjib Kalita joining from Virginia after a successful Fintech Meetup in Vegas. Walker brings expertise in financial technology and open bankin…

In the premiere episode of “The Bankers’ BookShelf,” Sangeet Choudary and Paolo Sironi explore the intricacies of sandwich economics, AI, and the future of banking. Drawing inspiration from Choudary’s book “Platform Revolution,” they delve into how platforms reshape industries and the geopolitical landscape. They discuss AI’s role in commoditizing …

In this episode of #BBE’s Ecosystem Zoom-In series, we finally reflect on The British Case. Coinciding the podcast’s inception and the historic Brexit event four years ago, this fascinating nation finally takes the spotlight of our show. Janine Hirt, current CEO of Innovate Finance, joins to discuss how Britain has risen to prominence as a global l…

In Episode 217, Matteo delves into Poland’s dynamic FinTech landscape with Piotr Brewiński, Co-Founder of FinTech Poland, and Dariusz Mazurkiewicz, CEO of BLIK Polish Payment Standard. They dissect the country’s financial technology sector, exploring its evolution, regulatory framework, and technological advancements. Brewiński sheds light on emerg…

“Don’t Do Your KYC Naked,” this is sage advice from Alexander Bychkov, CEO of Embily, that is interviewed by expert Roberto Capodieici. In this episode, they navigate the smooth integration of cryptocurrency into traditional financial systems. Embily, born from Singaporean company Blockchain International Group, introduces a co-branded VISA card, e…

In this episode titled “Carbon Equity 101” from the Fintech4Good series on Breaking Banks Europe podcast, host Don Ginsel engages in a compelling discussion with Jacqueline van den Ende, the co-founder and CEO of Carbon Equity. Together, they explore the core principles of carbon equity and its pivotal role in addressing climate change, emphasizing…

Update time! Our Ecosystem Zoom-In series takes us back to the dynamic landscape of the Nigerian Ecosystem, this time hosted by Elizabeth Kleinveld and with guests Babatunde Ogundipe (E-Doc Online) and Uwem Uwemakpan (Launch Africa). Building upon the foundations laid in our December 2020 episode with Lexi Novitske and Iyinoluwa Aboyeji, Kleinveld …

In this engaging podcast episode hosted by Paolo Sironi, and joined by Bruno Macedo and Natasa Kyprianidou the discussion delved into the dynamic landscape of financial technology. The JPMorgan Chase latest announcement kicked off the conversation by revealing a staggering increase in hacking attempts, reaching 45 million cyber attacks daily, highl…

In this episode of “Disruption Stories,” host Roberto Capodieci engages in a insightful conversation with Raphaël Haupt, the visionary CEO and founder of Toucan Protocol. Our guest took the lead in exploring (and explaining) the fascinating realm of Regenerative Finance, a discussion that not only delves into innovative financial models, redefining…

Breaking Carbon presents an illuminating episode, “Carbon Accounting 101,” featuring host Matteo Rizzi and Dr. Alexander Schmidt, Head of Science, Sustainability, and Climate Research at Normative.io. Matteo and Alex immediately clicked for the live coverage of Nordic FinTech Week and promised to turn it into a fully-fledged episode for our audienc…

In the latest NFF of the year, FTS Group’s founder, Francesca Aliverti, orchestrates a discussion with Lex Sokolin and Richard Turrin, unraveling the tumultuous year of 2023 in crypto. From SBF’s guilt in the FTX scandal to historic settlements, including CZ and Binance, and Kraken under SEC scrutiny—the crypto market surged amid unpredictability. …

In this episode of Breaking Banks Europe’s ConQuest series, host Roberto Capodieci engages in a revealing conversation with DEYO, a Canadian-based scam buster boasting six years of scambaiting experience. From unraveling catfishing schemes to witnessing heartbreaking fake wedding scams and exploring the bizarre world of miraculous inheritance email…

In the latest NFF of the year, FTS Group’s founder, Francesca Aliverti, orchestrates a discussion with Lex Sokolin and Richard Turrin, unraveling the tumultuous year of 2023 in crypto. From SBF’s guilt in the FTX scandal to historic settlements, including CZ and Binance, and Kraken under SEC scrutiny—the crypto market surged amid unpredictability. …

It’s time for some “News From the Fintech Front”, and what a November it was! Together with host Matteo Rizzi alongside esteemed guests Jas Shah and Helen Yu, the conversation traverses the buzzing fintech sphere, exploring rumors (or not so much of a rumor?) of Alphabet Inc.’s potential investment in Monzo and the unwinding of Apple’s partnership …

Embark on a fintech journey with Breaking Banks Europe’s exclusive live coverage of the Singapore Fintech Festival, presented by executive producer Matteo Rizzi. Proudly championing this premier global event, the episode unfolds with insightful interviews at the Singapore Expo. In a captivating 44-minute special, Matteo engages with Kosta Peric, De…

Embark on a journey through the dynamic landscape of Belgian fintech and beyond with host Don Ginsel on the latest Breaking Banks Europe episode. Joining the conversation are Alessandra Guion, Co-Founder and General Manager of FinTech Belgium, and Quentin Colmant, Co-Founder of Qover—a noteworthy insurtech scale-up that recently secured an impressi…

Farm Now, Pay Later! Step into the world of finance with a purpose on another compelling episode of “Fintech4Good.” Host Elizabeth Kleinveld leads the conversation on “Finance for Farmers and a Sustainable Supply Chain” with dynamic guests Diletta Topazio from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and Javier Perez, Co-Founder and COO of WËIA.…

In another disruptive narrative at Breaking Banks Europe, our resident expert Roberto Capodieci engages in a captivating conversation with Cypherock’s founder, Rohan Agarwal. Positioned under the motto of “Empowering Self-Sovereignty in Crypto and Personal Data,” we delve into Cypherock’s pivotal role in enhancing the security landscape of cryptocu…

At ‘Identity Week’ in Singapore, Breaking Banks Europe hosted a transformative episode where Roberto Capodieci conducted the show’s first local language interview in Italian with Monokee CEO Roberto Griggio. They explored his story on identity protection and unveiled an UI so simple that even clients didn’t believe it to be real. Connect with Rober…

MILESTONE ALERT! We’ve hit a landmark – the 200th episode of #BBE is here! Join us in celebrating this incredible 4 year-long journey of fintech innovation, where we’ve explored the latest trends, interviewed thought leaders, and delved into the future of financial services. Thank you to our amazing hosts, guests, partners, FTS Group and Provoke.fm…

In the latest episode of Breaking Banks Europe, the reins were handed over to Roberto Capodieci, the visionary creator behind the ConQuest series. This week, the spotlight shone on none other than the remarkable Pleasant Green. Known for delving into the lives of internet’s versatile scammers, Pleasant Green shared his unique insights. He told us h…

Breaking Banks Europe’s live coverage episode at the Milan Fintech Summit 2023 was a riveting affair. Hosted by the accomplished Matteo Castelnuovo, it featured a distinguished guest lineup. Ferdinando Ametrano unveiled the intricacies of digital currencies, while Luisa Todini brought a touch of sophistication to the financial world. Laura Verguts …

Explore the dynamic world of “Play to Learn to Earn” in this captivating episode of Breaking Banks Europe. Our special guest, Tracy Chang, Founder and CEO of Tradelite Solutions and the creative force behind Mogaland, joins resident host Roberto Capodieci to delve into the transformative realm of financial literacy. Discover how Mogaland’s immersiv…

Dive into the world of Microfinance in the newest episode of “Breaking Banks Europe.” Our guest, Beryl Spoor van Andel, Innovation & Financial Product Development Specialist at Oiko Credit, sheds light on the vital role of microfinance in today’s financial landscape. Hosted by Elizabeth Kleinveld, this 30-minute conversation, explores the transform…

September is gone, and it’s time for some “News From The FinTech Front” hosted by Don Ginsel into the latest FinTech developments: Apple Wallet UK has introduced the feature to display current account balances; JPMorgan Chase is escalating its competition with Square and PayPal by offering online payroll services; Chase UK has implemented a policy …

In this enlightening episode of ConQuest for Breaking Banks Europe, host Roberto Capodieci engages in conversation with the remarkable content creator ModderPaul about the significance of understanding the scamming party in scamming networks. The discussion delves into the importance of providing literacy, employment, and housing options to individ…

Join us on a captivating journey through the heart of Nordic innovation in the world of finance! In this episode, we dive deep into the Danish fintech ecosystem with two visionary leaders. Thomas Krogh Jensen, the nordics very number one thought leader and CEO of Copenhagen FinTech, and Ken Villum Klausen, the trailblazing Founder and CEO of Lunar,…

Step into the heart of fintech innovation with our live coverage of Amsterdam’s Fintech Week (XFW)! Join resident host Don Ginsel as he welcomes the brilliant industry thought leader Conny Dorrestijn to lead our captivating interviews with two powerhouses of the week. Jacob Paolo, representing NCC Group, and Paula Kant, the face of Invest Hong Kong…

In this episode of ConQuest, host Roberto Capodieci engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Trilogy Media’s Ashton Bingham and Art Kulik about Scambait Networks. We get a glimpse of their inception as a duo, and discuss their fascinating work with institutions and the dynamics of their community in harnessing crowdfunding campaigns to supp…

In our newest “Fintech4Good” episode, Elizabeth Kleinveld and guest Lisa di Sevo dive into the world of gender lens investing in financial services on a captivating podcast episode. Their engaging discussion explores the intersection of finance and social change, highlighting the potential of gender-conscious investment strategies to drive growth a…

It’s the end of the month and these news are not commenting themselves – hence we called a powerhouse duo – Conny and Don, two of the biggest global thought-leaders and part of the #BBE family. In this episode, we will talk on the venture front with the 1bln GBP Fintech Fund backed by Mastercard, Barclays and the London Stock Exchange Group and acr…

Discover the future of investing with generative AI in the episode of Disruption Stories by BBE! Unveiling its revolutionary potential, we delve into http://Public.com , a New York-based company at the forefront. Explore how generative AI reshapes investment strategies, making them smarter and more accessible. From predictive insights to risk asses…

Welcome to ConQuest: the frontline sentinel safeguarding against the deceit of the financial world. Breaking Banks Europe is proud to introduce our new series, where ‘Con’ stands for the conniving con artists we intend to confront, and ‘Quest’ represents the relentless pursuit, investigation, and unmasking of their fraudulent activities. And we’re …

Roberto Capodieci completely unmuted his host mic, and performed a live interview in Vincenza (Italy) with Commercio.network’s President Enrico Talin. The network’s 96 companies consortium seamlessly integrates eIDAS rules via a compliant third-generation blockchain, revolutionizing and legally binding practices across the financial services indust…

It’s a wrap up for July – and that means only one thing… it’s News From The FinTech Front time, and what a month! Liz Kleinveld takes the hosting seat, and welcomes industry experts Jeroen de Bel (Fincog) and Angelique Schouten (10x.team/Holland Fintech) to discuss a multitude of topics – from hot new features in banking apps both from the incumben…

We are back to the Balkans! The Serbian fintech scene is experiencing significant growth and innovation and we’re here to give you the scoop. With a dynamic startup ecosystem, booming exponential talent and supportive government initiatives, numerous fintech companies are emerging from it. Leveraging advanced technologies, such as blockchain and AI…

Close to 90% of the world’s carbon emissions comes from coastal and marine ecosystems, but yet there is so much ambiguity on how exactly to measure, manage and take advantage of its protection towards the creation of credits. We spoke plenty about it in previous episodes, but here comes the time to put the focus on “Blue Carbon Credits” in its own.…

Welcome to the biggest stage of the Global South, the Inclusive Fintech Forum – the inaugural event that promotes action through storytelling and powerful discussions in the city of Kigali (Rwanda). Breaking Banks Europe took the lead as its official podcast partner and interviewed two of the most incredible speakers – the pioneer and orchestrator …

If you haven’t heard it yet, the carbon credits marketplace is being enhanced by the role of blockchain, supporting transparency practices and turning it overall – more efficient. This is exactly the premise for the incredible episode, hosted by resident expert @Roberto Capodieci, together with Yves Carnazzola (AxessImpact) and Francisco Benedito (…

If the mountain will not come to Breaking Banks Europe, let’s just interview the mountain bike rider! Lewis Buchanan – which is not only an athlete, but a pioneer in his sector, reinventing its brand through the use of this creators’ economy we all heard about – against many polemic around it. Lewis is a Scottish content creator that can be seen al…

Breaking Banks Europe newest host Elizabeth Kleinveld had an enlightening discussion with Andrew Stewart, representing Thunes and Ivan Maryasin from Monite on #BBE, diving into the realms of cross-border payments, fintech infrastructure, and customer experience at Money20/20 Thunes Stand. Following it (25:49) an amazing and captivating conversation…

We teased, and teased and here we are! The first episode of our Live Coverage at Money2020 Europe just dropped and we are ready to share it with you. Curated by non-other than our favourite partner Ecology Media, Elizabeth Kleinveld and Don Ginsel host Fatemeh Nikayin & Thomas Müller (Rivero), Abe Smith (18:50′ – Paymentology) and John Ryan (34:06 …

Too much to catch up with? No problem, your “News From The FinTech Front” is back – this time unmuting the incredible Sandra Mianda and Monica Millares, hosted by Paolo Sironi. In this episode, we talked about Goldman Sachs spinning off an AI-powered social-business network Louisa. Linda Yaccarino wanting to turn Twitter into a super app? The VC re…

At this point, we’re assuming you might be into exploring the financial services ecosystem? If so – then this is no news for you, Money2020 Europe is happening next week, and we’re ready for it. Before it all goes down, Don Ginsel – himself based in Amsterdam, takes the pod to talk to Tracey Davies and Scarlett Sieber – the two big orchestrators be…

Zooming-in! Were you expecting another European focused discussion? Time to spin it and turn to the African continent, where Matteo Rizzi brings to the #BBE stage non-other than ecosystem driver Milton Cabral, accompanied by non other than Secretary of State for Digital Economy at Government of Cabo Verde – Pedro Lopes. An unmissable episode on how…

Catch us flying to Zurich – Breaking Banks Europe is a proud media partner of this exclusive policy-technology driven event that helds critical discussion in the heart of Switzerland, for all the industry’s community. Francesca Aliverti didn’t miss the beat and invited Pat Patel and Christoph Baumann, for this initiative co-organizer by Elevandi an…