Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders

About this Episode
Dexter Cousins calls in the expert for the annual Fintech Predictions 2025! We welcome Danny Levy Managing Director, Asia & ANZ for Money 20/20.
Dexter and Danny discuss the evolution & significance of Money 2020 and they chat about the unique experience and the rigorous selection process undertaken for speakers.
Danny shares insights on trends for 2025, highlighting the rapid changes in the banking scene, the rise of digital payments, and the opportunities in embedded finance.
They also explore the role of AI in FinTech and the importance of maintaining energy and focus while travelling for business.

About Money 20/20
Money20/20 is the world’s leading, premium content, sales and networking platform for the global money ecosystem.
Their events feature in-depth analytics & inspirational speakers, our world-class insight and networking opportunities help our customers stay ahead.

Key Takeaways

• Money 2020 is designed to create a unique festival-like experience.
• The event focuses on quality networking and content over quantity.
• Health and wellness initiatives are now integral to event planning.
• Speaker selection is based on editorial integrity and industry relevance.
• The banking landscape in Asia is rapidly evolving with digital innovations.
• Digital payments are leading the way in cross-border transactions.
• Embedded finance presents significant growth opportunities in FinTech.
• AI is transforming customer service and operational efficiency in financial services.
• FinTech innovations can significantly improve financial inclusion.
• Maintaining personal health and wellness is crucial for high performance in business.

About Danny
With 15 years of senior leadership experience in Singapore, Danny is an accomplished business leader with a proven track record of scaling businesses and driving record-breaking profits.
As the founder and host of "Digital Transformation & Leadership," a top 100 Business podcast, Danny regularly engages with industry leaders from global companies. He is a guest host on the South China Morning Post podcast, focusing on digital transformation.
Danny serves as an Ambassador for the Emerging Payments Association Asia (EPAA).
Danny spent a decade as Managing Director at Worldwide Business Research, where he delivered consecutive record-breaking profit results and led market expansion across Asia and ANZ.
Danny’s leadership philosophy centres on creating empowering environments where teams can excel. He is passionate about strategic business growth and innovation, recruiting and developing high-potential talent, building inclusive, high-performing teams, and driving innovation and digital transformation.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Money2020 and Its Impact
03:36 The Evolution of Money2020
06:28 Wellness and Networking at Events
09:22 Speaker Selection and Content Integrity
12:18 Trends and Insights from the 2025 Report
15:05 Digital Payments and Cross-Border Innovations
17:56 The Role of Regulators and Collaboration in FinTech
20:47 Opportunities in Emerging Markets
23:49 Innovations and Challenges in FinTech
26:50 The Evolution of AI in FinTech
29:39 Identifying Opportunities in FinTech
33:20 Game-Changing Innovations in

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Matt Baxby - Revolut

Dexter welcomes back friend of the show, Matt Baxby, CEO of Revolut Australia, to talk about their remarkable growth to 50 million customers globally.

It’s been five years since Tier One People placed Matt into the Country CEO role at Revolut. Matt shares his journey over the last five years, discusses the challenges and strategies involved in building a digital bank in Australia, the importance of reaching profitability, and the unique approach Revolut has taken to integrate technology with consumer needs.

Matt shares his insights on leadership, team building, and the future of consumer banking with Dexter.

About Revolut

Revolut's global mission is for every person and business to handle their money in just a few taps, removing the friction that gets in the way of your money goals.

Revolut delivers faster, better, smarter products to over 50 million customers across the globe giving you access to investments and your money effortlessly and across borders.

About Matt Baxby

Matt is a strategic and people-oriented leader with diverse experience across consumer-facing businesses facing disruption or significant regulatory change.

He has broad finance services sector experience - particularly consumer banking - from start-ups to an ASX-listed company.

Matt embodies the entrepreneurial spirit from a decade with the Virgin Group combined with the discipline and scaled leadership as the Group Executive - Retail Banking and then Group CFO of the Bank of Queensland.

Key Takeaways

• Revolut aims to be a single place for managing financial life.
• The company has grown to over 800,000 customers in Australia.
• Revolut has achieved profitability at both group and local levels.
• Building a strong local team is crucial for success in new markets.
• The fintech landscape is maturing, with significant challenges for startups.
• Australia's remittance market presents a unique opportunity for Revolut.
• A strong focus on technology and innovation is essential for differentiation.
• Leadership qualities include action orientation and adaptability.
• The importance of a clear strategy in a fast-paced environment.
• Talent acquisition is critical for long-term success.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
01:18 Revolut's Global Reach and Market Strategy
02:32 Profitability and Financial Milestones
03:27 Long-Term Commitment to the Australian Market
05:26 Building a Digital Bank: Lessons Learned
07:33 Consumer-Centric Approach and Product Development
10:33 Opportunities in the Australian Market
13:01 Future Product Offerings with a Banking License
18:33 Matt's Unique Journey in Fintech
27:03 The Power of Being a Founder-Led Organisation
30:39 Building a Cohesive and Effective Team
35:59 What is

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It's episode 25 and to mark such an occasion Dexter is joined by a very special guest who needs no introduction.

Anthony Thomson is Co-Founder and Chairman of 86 400, Australia's first Smart Bank.

And with a resume that includes Founder and Chairman of Atom Bank the UKs first mobile-first bank and Metro Bank in the UK, Anthony is one of the world's leading pioneers in digital banking.

With two Geordies, on a Fintech podcast in Australia I'm thinking of renaming the show

The Ant and Dex show OR I’m a Fintech Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here 🤣🤣
Tune in as we talk about the future of banking and Anthony's observations on the global Fintech scene.
You can find out more about Anthony www.anthonythomson.co.uk
Anthony's book: No Small Change - Why Financial Services Needs A New Kind Of Marketing
Find out more on 86 400 http://86 400.com.au
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This podcast is produced by Tier One People, Australia's leading FinTech Executive Search firm

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