The fintech industry is reaching a pivotal moment. In this webinar, Pedro Batista (VP of Payments, Payhawk), Kamran Hedjri (CEO, PXP Financial), and Jeff Parker (CEO, Paymentology) come together to explore the game-changing trends shaping finance in 2024 and share bold predictions for 2025.
From AI-driven innovation and embedded finance to sustainability initiatives and blockchain advancements, this panel unpacks the critical areas businesses must prioritize to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape.
Brad Hargreaves, founder and editor of Thesis Driven, highlights the unique challenges the term “PropTech” faces as an industry category. In a compelling discussion, Brendan Wallace, CEO & CIO of Fifth Wall, joins Brad to explore how defining distinct segments within PropTech could help operators and entrepreneurs raise capital more effectively. Whether it’s a vertical software business catering to real estate companies or a capital-intensive, asset-heavy real estate venture with a fresh operating model and brand, clarity in categorization can unlock new funding opportunities.
In this episode of “Rex & Simon Talk Fintech,” they dive into Simon’s comprehensive 113-page report on the state of fintech in 2025, created in collaboration with Jevgenijs Kazanins of Popular Fintech. They explore how hyperscalers like Revolut and Robinhood are challenging traditional banks, the potential of AI to unlock 90% of the $30 trillion financial services market, and the fierce competition in the wallet wars. The discussion also covers embedded finance, stablecoins, real-time payments, and the global rise of Neobanks.
You can read Simon Taylor’s State of Fintech 2025 report at Fintech Brainfood. Tune in to discover why fintech’s evolution is far from over and what the future might hold for this dynamic industry.
In this podcast episode, Mark Goines, a pioneer in personal finance technology, discusses his groundbreaking work on iconic products like TurboTax, Quicken, and Personal Capital, which have transformed financial services and wealth management.
The episode dives into the future of retirement planning, the influence of AI in finance, and the emergence of hybrid financial advisory models. Mark highlights how innovations in digital tools, SaaS platforms, and customer-focused design are reshaping the way retirees and financial planners approach money.
Whether you’re planning for retirement, working in financial advisory, or passionate about the intersection of technology and personal finance, this podcast is filled with valuable insights into the evolving world of financial independence.
In this inspiring episode of Wise Underdogs , Benjamin Fernandes—Tanzanian entrepreneur, founder of NALA, and a leading force in African fintech—shares his remarkable journey of raising over $100 million to reshape the financial technology landscape across Africa.
From his academic milestones at Stanford and Harvard to leading NALA as the first East African fintech accepted into Y-Combinator, Benjamin reveals the driving force behind his mission to simplify cross-border payments and empower millions across the continent.
Discover how he turned down lucrative opportunities in the U.S. to return to Tanzania, demonstrating the power of purpose-driven leadership in achieving transformative impact.
Looking Ahead: What Are the Top Trends for Fintech in 2025
In this episode of Deciphered, Adam Davis, an expert associate partner at Bain & Company, and Jeff Tijssen, Bain’s partner and global head of Fintech, sit down with an all-star Bain panel featuring Karim Ahmad, expert partner; Mike Smith, expert partner; and Tevia Segovia, partner. Together, they delve into the key Fintech trends expected to shape 2025.
Don Peebles, founder and CEO of Peebles Corporation, stands as a trailblazer in real estate, heading the largest Black-owned real estate development company in the United States. Raised in Washington, D.C., Peebles grew up watching his mother transform her career from a secretary to a successful real estate broker—a shift that inspired his own journey. In 1983, Peebles founded the Peebles Corporation, a company now synonymous with luxury and community-centered developments. While building his business, Peebles also worked for Washington, D.C. Mayor Marion Barry in the city’s property tax office, gaining invaluable insights into urban development and government processes.
Peebles Corporation began with a focus on public-private partnerships and has since evolved into a powerhouse in the real estate world, with a portfolio valued at over $8 billion. By prioritizing diversity and inclusion in his projects, Peebles has built a legacy that transcends financial success, focusing on creating opportunities for underserved communities.
Through his work, Don Peebles exemplifies how determination, strategic thinking, and community-driven values can lead to generational wealth. His story serves as a roadmap for aspiring entrepreneurs, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds, to break barriers and build enduring success.
Adena Friedman unveils the innovation driving #Nasdaq, showcasing how this iconic institution is transforming global finance through cutting-edge technology.Watch Nasdaq CEO Adena Friedman as she discusses leading the exchange where $30 trillion trades, reshaping global finance through tech, and combating trillion-dollar financial crimes. In this episode of In Good Company, hosted by Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management, Friedman shares insights into leadership, Nasdaq’s strategy, and its impact on global markets.
