In this episode, host Elizabeth Kleinveld speaks with John Lombela, founder and CEO of Axalio, about how fintech innovations are transforming the mining industry in Africa. John explains how Axalio empowers small-scale miners by providing access to modern equipment, financial education, and direct global markets, helping them increase safety, improve income stability, and reduce environmental…

In this special 250th episode of Breaking Banks Europe, titled “Fintech in a Word,” Matteo Rizzi celebrates 500 unique guests and 5 years of the show, by leading an insightful conversation with the six hosts, each reflecting on the one word that represents the last 15 years in fintech. Matthias Kroener emphasizes the importance of…

In this month’s News From The Fintech Front, host Don Ginsel is joined by guests Alex Johnson and Gabriella Orille, marking a major milestone for the show: 500 unique guests! Key topics include the increasing role of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) in transforming financial systems and how neobanks are strengthening ties with traditional banks to diversify their services. They also dive into the growth of Embedded…

This episode of Breaking Banks Europe explores the rise of embedded finance, its impact on businesses, and why today is the best time to be a fintech entrepreneur. Experts Nicolas Benady and Paolo Zaccardi discuss how companies of all sizes are integrating financial services through APIs, simplifying operations in a conversation with host Matteo Rizzi. Later on…

In this episode of Breaking Banks Europe, Matteo Rizzi interviews Chiara Padua, Deputy CEO of the Fintech District and Head of the Milan Fintech Summit (MFS). They discuss the upcoming 2024 Milan Fintech Summit, its theme, “Smells Like Fintech Spirit,” inspired by music, reflecting the evolving, dynamic nature of fintech. Chiara highlights how MFS has grown…

In this month’s “News From The Fintech Front” host Elizabeth Kleinveld discusses recent fintech developments with guests Bruno Diniz and Ritesh Jain. They explore major fintech news, focusing on topics like the expansion of payment company Adyen into India, investments by Japan’s Credit Saison in Latin American startups, and HSBC’s involvement in open property data…

In this first episode of Breaking Banks Europe, part of the Milan Fintech Summit Special 3 episode-series, host Matteo Rizzi talks with Stefania Di Bartolomeo, CEO of Physis Investment. Stefania discusses her company’s mission to empower sustainable investing through data-driven tools, enabling investors to support companies with positive societal impacts. She contrasts the U.S.’s supportive…

In this episode of Breaking Banks Europe, part of the Ecosystem Zoom-In series, host Matteo Rizzi explores the dynamic fintech landscape of the Democratic Republic of Congo with guest Joel Tshilumba (Co-Founder, Ultimate Corporation). For the first time in #BBE, this special episode is presented in two languages, with the first section in English and…

In this month’s episode of News From The FinTech Front, host and industry extraordinaire Don Ginsel unmutes Micky Tesfaye, and Grant Easterbrook discuss the latest fintech headlines from July 2024. They explore the upcoming integration of ChatGPT into Apple devices and its potential to revolutionize personal finance by serving as a voice-based advisor. This development could…

In the latest episode of Breaking Banks Europe, host Elizabeth Kleinfeld delves into the intersection of fintech and agriculture, focusing on how innovations are transforming the lives of farmers. Joining her are Trevor Sieck from Rabobank’s FoodBytes and Jake Joraanstad, CEO of Bushel. Jake explains how Bushel’s software digitizes the grain supply chain, enabling seamless…

Dive into our latest episode, “Revolutionizing Digital Assets: The Role of Chainlink in Financial Innovation,” where we explore how Chainlink is transforming the financial landscape! Join us as we unpack Chain.link’s innovative approach to tokenization, smart contracts, and cross-chain connectivity. Discover how their groundbreaking technology is creating new opportunities for financial institutions and reshaping the future of…

Tune in for this live episode of Breaking Banks Europe at the MoneyPot stage at Money2020 Europe, where Benjamin Fernandes, Founder and CEO of NALA, joins the show’s executive producer Matteo Rizzi, the OG fintech rebel, in a discussion on groundbreaking mobile money transfers and empowering Africans globally. Together, they envision safe, affordable, and dependable…