Episodes

🎙️ In this episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony Clark sits down with Andy MacMillan, CEO of Alteryx, to explore how data, automation, and AI are reshaping the future of financial services. With a background in enterprise software and data management, Andy shares how Alteryx has evolved into a leading platform helping organisations operationalise AI—turning raw data into actionable insight. The conversation dives into what it takes to build trust in AI-driven systems, how financial insti...

🎙️ In this episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony Clark speaks with Symmie Swil, UK General Manager of Upvest, about the company’s role in financial technology and investment infrastructure. Symmie shares her career journey, the development of Upvest, and how embedded finance is being integrated into modern financial services. The conversation covers financial literacy, the use of AI in financial operations, and the supportive environment for fintech innovation in the UK. 📌 Topics covered...

🎙️ In this episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony Clark speaks with Dr. Paul Dongha, Head of Responsible AI & AI Strategy at NatWest Group, about the importance of AI governance in financial services. With decades of experience in AI—from his early PhD research on autonomous agents to leading responsible AI initiatives at major banks—Paul brings both technical depth and practical expertise to the conversation. He shares insights from his new book "Governing the Machine", co-authored with l...

🎙️ In this episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony Clark speaks with Mike Brennan of Finch Capital and AI innovator Parsa Ghaffari about the evolution of fintech in Europe and the impact of AI on financial services. They discuss the development of new fintech hubs, the integration of AI across business functions, and how regulation and technology are shaping operating models. The conversation also explores the concept of “peak engineering” and what it could mean for the next phase of digit...

🎙️ In this episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony Clark speaks with Scarlett Sieber, Chief Strategy & Growth Officer at Money20/20, about the role of global industry gatherings in financial services.Scarlett discusses her career journey from banking innovation to leading strategy at Money20/20, and shares perspectives on collaboration across the sector. The conversation covers the return of in-person events, trends in AI and fraud prevention, blockchain use cases, and the influence of tech...

🎙️ In this episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony Clark sits down with Rob Stone, General Manager of Intelligent Automation and Analytics at SS&C, to explore how AI, automation, and digital assets are reshaping the future of asset servicing and investment management. Rob shares his journey with SS&C—from joining in 2010 when the firm was valued at $1 billion, to helping scale it into a $20+ billion leader at the intersection of technology and operations. He explains how SS&C’s unique dual ...

In this episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony Clark sits down with Sandy Kaul, Executive Vice President & Head of Innovation at Franklin Templeton, to explore how tokenisation, smart contracts, and wallet-based ecosystems are set to redefine the future of finance. Sandy shares her extensive background at the intersection of finance and technology, explaining how the industry is moving from traditional account-based systems to decentralised, wallet-driven models. They dive into the transfo...

️In this episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony Clark sits down with Robb Wilson—pioneer in AI, experience design expert, and author—to unpack the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence and what it really means for the future of financial services. Robb shares why simulation is the next big leap in AI, how outbound and agentic AI will redefine customer interactions, and why the industry needs to stop bolting AI onto outdated systems. Drawing from years of experience building platforms ...

In this episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony Clark sits down with Staci Warden, CEO of the Algorand Foundation, to explore the future of crypto, stablecoins, and the role of blockchain in building more inclusive, efficient financial systems. Staci shares her journey from Wall Street and the U.S. Treasury to leading one of the most innovative blockchain foundations in the world. The conversation dives deep into how stablecoins work, what makes them trustworthy, and why Algorand’s energy-e...

In this special AI episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony Clark explores the transformative impact of AI in financial services—from practical applications to regulatory challenges, and everything in between. As AI adoption accelerates, Tony goes through a number of key insights covering what it takes to implement AI responsibly, how firms are moving from narrow to generative and Agentic AI models, and why data quality, ROI, and explainability are critical for success. We discuss real-worl...

In this episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony Clark sits down with Elizabeth Rossiello, CEO and founder of AZA Finance, to explore how she's reshaping cross-border payments and foreign exchange across frontier markets in Africa and beyond. Elizabeth shares her journey from Wall Street to Nairobi, her groundbreaking work with BitPesa in launching digital currencies, and how AZA Finance is solving real-world problems through infrastructure, innovation, and deep local expertise. The conversa...

In this episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony Clark sits down with Mia Drennan, founder of Global Loan Agency Services (GLAS), to explore her remarkable entrepreneurial journey—from launching a business with just £6,000 to building a global company with over 400 employees managing $500 billion in assets. Mia shares what it takes to succeed as a female founder in a male-dominated fintech space, the evolution of loan agency services, and how innovation and digital transformation are driving...

In this episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony Clark sits down with Pete Wickes, General Manager for Global Enterprise at Worldpay, to unpack the fast-evolving landscape of payments and the innovations redefining how money moves around the world. Pete shares insights from his extensive experience leading Worldpay’s global operations, exploring the rapid acceleration of digital payment methods, the rise of wallets and account-to-account transactions, and why understanding consumer behaviour...

In this episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony Clark sits down with Andrew McKibben, Head of International Technology and CIO for Global Corporate & Investment Banking at Bank of America, to explore how one of the world’s largest financial institutions is using technology, AI, and innovation to stay ahead in a rapidly changing industry. Andrew shares insights on the strategic role of technology in banking, how AI and machine learning are reshaping financial services, and why customer-centr...

In this episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony Clark is joined by EJ Achtner, former Group Head of Generative AI Capabilities at HSBC, to explore the transformative power of AI in the financial services industry. They delve into what it really takes to implement AI at scale in highly regulated, complex environments and the potential challenges and opportunities this presents. EJ shares insights into leading enterprise-level AI transformation, from the early days of tools like ChatGPT to es...

Watch the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUTLS4v9N_M In this episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony sits down with Pierre-Antoine Dusoulier, founder of iBanFirst, one of Europe's fastest-growing fintech companies specialising in cross-border payments. They explore the complexities of international transactions, Pierre-Antoine’s entrepreneurial journey, and what makes IBAN First stand out in a competitive market. From funding strategies to the role of technology ...

In this episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony sits down with Pierre-Antoine Dusoulier, founder of iBanFirst, one of Europe's fastest-growing fintech companies specialising in cross-border payments. They explore the complexities of international transactions, Pierre-Antoine’s entrepreneurial journey, and what makes IBAN First stand out in a competitive market. From funding strategies to the role of technology in financial services, this conversation is packed with valuable insights for fin...

In this episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony sits down with Shameer Sachdev, an expert in FinTech marketing, to explore the rapidly evolving landscape and the strategies that drive growth in a competitive market. Shameer shares insights on the critical role of creativity in FinTech marketing, the power of effective messaging, and the potential of influencer marketing to enhance brand awareness. The conversation dives into how AI can boost marketing efficiency, the importance of regular c...

Watch the video episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQt73hUb5Zs&t=756s In the latest episode of the London Fintech Podcast, we sit down with Ellison Anne Williams, founder and CEO of Enveil, to explore the critical role of data privacy and privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs) in the fight against financial crime. Ellison Anne shares her expertise in homomorphic encryption and secure data collaboration, highlighting how financial institutions can leverage sensitive data while m...

Watch the video episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSNW5yhQhq8 In this insightful episode of the London Fintech Podcast, we sit down with Alistair Hegge, co-founder of DA Insured, to explore the challenges and opportunities of building a FinTech startup in the rapidly evolving digital asset insurance market. Alistair shares his journey in launching DA Insured, an insure-tech company bridging the gap between Web3 and traditional insurance. He highlights the importance of produc...

Watch the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QVKwUaypz9Q In this special episode of the London Fintech Podcast, we sit down with Simon Torrance, an expert in AI and business model transformation, to explore the emerging world of Agentic AI and its profound implications for businesses. Simon shares his journey in helping enterprises navigate AI-driven change and the founding of his advisory firm, AI Risk. He explains how Agentic AI is revolutionising industries, from cust...

Watch the video version on YouTube: In this insightful episode of the London Fintech Podcast, we sit down with Francesco Filia, founder of Fasanara Capital, to explore the transformative landscape of private credit and fintech lending. Francesco shares his journey from traditional banking to building Fasanara Capital, a digital finance asset manager redefining lending practices with cutting-edge technology. Drawing on his background in derivatives, Francesco provides a unique perspective on th...

Watch the video episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFEJpYz7hgw In this thought-provoking episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony Clark interviews Dan Awrey, a professor of law at Cornell Law School and the author of Beyond Banks. The conversation delves into the intersection of technology, law, and financial institutions, exploring the evolution of banking and payments, the transformative impact of fintech innovations, and the regulatory challenges facing this rapidly evolv...

Watch the video episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7M7njXxafNg In this insightful episode of the London Fintech Podcast, we sit down with Nick Rose, CFO of Enable, a pioneering FinTech company revolutionising rebate management. This is an episode for CFOs and deal-makers alike. Whilst rebate management as a concept may not be immediately familiar to all, once we understand that it’s any deal structure where money flows back up the deal chain based on hitting thresholds and targets, we can se...