Tales from the #FinTech Crypt

Get ready for an exciting and honest conversation as Duena Blomstrom and Nasir Zubairi dive into the fascinating evolution of the FinTech industry! From its humble beginnings to the entrepreneurial journeys that shaped it, they explore where we are now and the innovations pushing financial services forward. You'll hear all about the challenges startups face, the cultural hurdles in

In this lively conversation, Duena Blomstrom and Alex Jimenez, both members of the "FinTech Mafia ThinkTank," offer an insider's perspective on the fascinating journey of the fintech industry. They dive into its early beginnings, the struggles of driving innovation in traditional banking, and envision an exciting future where banking becomes truly personalized and consumer-centric.

In this lively conversation, Duena Blomstrom sits down with Alessandro Hatami, a former banker turned FinTech trailblazer and innovation catalyst, to dive into the evolution of the FinTech industry. They tackle the challenges faced by traditional banks and the exciting opportunities that collaboration between incumbents and challengers can bring. With insights into how banks must a

In this captivating episode of "Tales from the Fintech Crypt," join Duena Blomstrom and Theo Lau as they embark on a thought-provoking journey through the dynamic world of fintech. They delve into how the COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped the financial landscape and explore the ongoing challenges facing the banking sector today.With an insightful lens, Duena and Theo reflect on the in

In this dynamic conversation, Duena Blomstrom and Roberta Profeta share captivating stories from their journeys in the FinTech world, diving deep into the transformation of banking and the bold challenges of driving innovation. They highlight the crucial roles culture and gender play in shaping change, while exploring how passion and authenticity define strong leadership. The discu

In this conversation, Duena Blomstrom and Einar Gustafsson discuss their very early experiences in the fintech industry and the challenges they faced. They reflect on their time working together and the innovative solutions they developed. They also explore the mindset and culture in Iceland that fosters innovation and resourcefulness. The conversation highlights the importance of

In this conversation, Duena Blomstrom and Nektarios Liolios discuss the early days of fintech and the challenges faced in driving innovation within the banking industry. They reflect on the lack of fundamental change in the banking experience and the burnout experienced by those OGs working to digitally transform banks. They highlight the disconnect between the ambition for change