Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders
Dexter Cousins | Fintech Headhunter and Founder
Fintech Chatter Podcast has been leading conversations with Fintech founders since 2019!
Join the Fintech Chatter Podcast, where we dive into the world of fintech with industry leaders and innovators.
Brought to you by Tier One People, Australia's leading executive search and recruitment firm for fintech ventures.
Each episode features an exclusive interview with a Fintech leader, uncovering their secrets to success and the lessons learned along the way. Fintech Chatter has become the archive for anyone serious about launching and building a successful Fintech company.
Whether you're a fintech founder, professional, investor, or enthusiast, gain valuable insights from expert interviews and discussions on raising capital, hiring, international expansion, innovation and technology.
Tune in to stay ahead of the trends in the rapidly-evolving fintech landscape.
Dexter also shares his expertise on careers, leadership and hiring all through a Fintech lens.
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Fintech is only 1% Finished - David M. Brear 11:FS
Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders
06/09/25 • 60 min
Welcome back to Fintech Chatter Podcast! In this episode your host Dexter Cousins invites guest No2 back onto the show.
David M. Brear is CEO of 11:FS Group and 11:FS Holdings. The award winning digital consultancy has built digital banks all over the world and through 11:FS holdings, David and the team are finally going to build the next generation of financial services, this time for their own company!
Having first appeared on the show in January 2020, David and Dexter talk about the evolution of fintech, the challenges facing the fintech industry, and the future of digital banking.
They also discuss the impact of AI on the consultancy model, the importance of understanding customer insights to drive innovation, plus the current state of fintech in the UK and Australia.
David also reveals his new favourite hobby, the increasing role of influencers in fintech media and his personal health challenges that have him more motivated than ever.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:16 About 11:FS
03:05 Changing the Fabric of Financial Services
17:20 Regulatory Challenges and Market Dynamics
23:07 The Future of UK FinTech
26:00 Maturity Challenges in FinTech
29:05 Emergence of Influencers in FinTech
33:26 The Power of Podcasting in FinTech
38:13 The Reality of FinTech Media
41:54 Cult of Personality in FinTech
48:55 Building 11FS Holdings
54:30 Health, Work, and Life Balance
For more information on 11:FS - https://www.11fs.com/
Listen to Fintech Insider Podcast - https://content.11fs.com/podcasts
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Christian Westerlind Wigstrom, Monoova - Outstanding FinTech Leader
Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders
10/20/20 • 16 min
Dexter Cousins chats to Christian Westerlind Wigstrom, CEO of Monoova about his nomination for Outstanding FinTech Leader sponsored by Vocus.
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2024 Singapore Fintech Festival Highlights with Kristofer Rogers
Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders
11/14/24 • 53 min
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.
2024 Singapore Fintech Festival Highlights
- 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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FinTech Organisation Of The Year - Frollo
Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders
10/07/20 • 12 min
Fintech Predictions 2025 with Danny Levy - Money 20/20
Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders
01/29/25 • 49 min
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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Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders currently has 358 episodes available.
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The podcast is about Fintech, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Banking, Payments, Startups, Podcasts, Technology, Business and Innovation.
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The average episode length on Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders is 33 minutes.
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Episodes of Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders are typically released every 3 days, 11 hours.
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The first episode of Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders was released on Nov 7, 2019.
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