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About this episode:

Join David Barton-Grimley of 11:FS and a lineup of expert guests as they explore the biggest fintech and financial services headlines of the week.

Stories covered on the podcast:

Zopa launches a current account offering 2% AER interest on balances, along with 2% cashback on bill payments. Coinbase has introduced a stablecoin payments stack to make it easier for online merchants worldwide to accept USDC. Finom, an Amsterdam-based fintech serving SMBs, has raised €115 million (approximately $133 million) in a Series C round. TBC Bank Uzbekistan has secured a $12.5 million loan to boost financial inclusion. Meanwhile, Bank of Ireland has launched a new “Smart Start” account for children aged 7 to 15 - a first of its kind in Ireland.

We also talk about our favourite biscuits.

This week's guests:

Timestamps/stories: 

Intro - (00:00)

Zopa has entered the UK current accounts market with its new flagship current account, “Biscuit” - (05:01)

Coinbase launches stablecoin service - (14:22)

SMB-focused Finom closes €115 million Series C equity round as European fintech heats up - (28:24)

TBC Bank Uzbekistan Secures $12.5M from Triple Jump - (37:27)

Bank of Ireland launches a Kids account - (43:53)

And finally - fintech's favourite biscuits - (45:40)

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About Fintech Insider:

Fintech Insider by 11:FS is a bi-weekly podcast that covers everything from finance and banking to technology and the latest trends in financial services.

Our expert hosts, with hands-on industry experience, are joined by key decision-makers, VCs, and top reporters from across the financial landscape, including guests from companies like Stripe, Revolut, Plaid, PayPal, and Monzo. Together, they break down the biggest news and innovations shaping the space.

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