Finstep Asia TokenBytes with Syed Musheer Ahmed Ahmed. In this episode, we speak with Camilla Bullock, Co-founder & CEO of Emerging Payments Association Asia, on her journey from financial data to fintech leadership, and how EPA is shaping payments policy, cross-border innovation, and quantum-safe security across APAC.

Key Highlights:

📊 From Data to Fintech Leadership – Camilla’s journey from Reuters to building EPA Asia.

🌐 Creating Cross-Border Payment Bridges – How EPA unites a fragmented region with shared goals.

🤝 Power of Partnerships – Leveraging local experts & ambassadors to tailor strategies by market.

🔁 Open Data & Embedded Finance – Using real-time data to build better products for users.

💬 Building with Integrity – Lessons in ownership, trust, and leadership through uncertainty.

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Fintech Decoded with Musheer Ahmed & Monica Jasuja.In this special MoneyPot edition of Token Bytes recorded at Money 20/20 Asia, Musheer Ahmed hosted Henry Zhang, Founder & CEO of DigiFT—a licensed exchange for institutional-grade, tokenized real-world assets (RWAs)—to explore how blockchain is redefining institutional finance and unlocking the future of finance—from RWA tokenization to cross-chain interoperability.Key Highlights: · Henry's distinguished journey from TradFi to DeFi: Henry's C-level experience with large, global financial institutions and how it helped shape his entrepreneurial journey with DigiFT. · Traditional finance is evolving, not disappearing—blockchain enables the next leap forward· Institutional adoption is growing—but mass on-chain transition will be gradual· Key products gaining traction: Tokenized money market funds are transforming how trades are cleared and settled—offering faster, more transparent flows. Meanwhile, cross-chain interoperability is emerging as the next frontier in asset trading· How DigiFT is partnering with top global asset managers and strategically leveraging blockchain to bring regulated, real-world financial products on-chain👉 Follow us for more insights on blockchain, digital assets, and the fintech transformation.

Danny Levy, Managing Director of Money20/20 APAC, shares his insights, on fintech’s rapid evolution in Asia, the role of thought leadership in the industry, and how curated thought leadership events, like Money20/20, shape the fintech ecosystem on the Finstep Asia Edge Podcast with Musheer Ahmed.Key Highlights:💼 Building a Career in B2B Events – Success in events requires adaptability, a broad skill set, and seizing opportunities.📈 Navigating Leadership & Growth – Stepping outside your comfort zone is key to personal and professional development.📊 Key Fintech Trends in Asia – While growth is strong, regulatory clarity and consumer protection remain priorities.🔥 The Role of Money20/20 in Fintech – Bringing together industry leaders and global experts to drive impactful discussions, foster collaboration and drive innovation. 👉 Follow for more fintech insights and industry trends! 💳

A deep dive into Hong Kong's evolving crypto landscape with Kevin Lee—covering regulations, institutions, and innovations shaping the future of digital assets.Key Highlights:🚀 Crypto Career Shift: Kevin Lee shares his journey from traditional finance to digital assets.📊 Regulatory Clarity: Hong Kong’s SFC is shaping the framework for compliant crypto operations.🏦 Institutional Adoption: Traditional finance firms explore integrations with crypto and stablecoins.🧘 Mental Resilience in Finance: Insights on handling stress in high-stakes industries.👥 Community Building in Crypto: The role of engagement and collaboration in digital assets.🔮 The AI-Crypto Connection: How AI-driven trading and automation are reshaping markets.👉 Follow for more insights on FinTech, digital assets, and Web3 in Asia!

A deep dive into the evolving payments landscape with Yuno’s SVP and APAC Head SheueChee Beh. From real-time payments to AI and stablecoins—what's next for fintech?Key Highlights:💳 The Power of Payment Orchestrators – Transforming global transactions🌏 Yuno’s Vision for APAC – Enabling seamless global transactions across markets👩‍💼Women in Payments & Leadership – Insights for aspiring female professionals in fintech🤖 AI & Embedded Finance – Driving innovation in digital payments🤖Stablecoins & AI in Payments – The intersection of blockchain and artificial intelligence🔗 Web3 & Digital Assets – How blockchain is reshaping finance📢 Follow for more insights on fintech, digital assets & Web3! 🚀

Fintech Decoded with Monica Jasuja & Musheer Ahmed. Join us as we Explore the latest fintech developments in India and Hong Kong, from UPI and digital lending to blockchain, tokenization, and GenAI's role in financial innovation with Medhy Souidi a transformational leader at DBS Hong Kong and the Founder & Host of the What The Fintech Podcast.🇮🇳 Key Highlights: FinTech in India 📈 UPI at Record Highs: India’s digital payments continue to surge in both volume and value. 🏦 Regulatory Shifts: RBI tightens rules on digital lending and virtual assets. 💰 FinTech Funding Slowdown: More reliance on public fundraising as private funding remains cautious. 📊 Wealth Tech Growth: India’s stock market is now in the global top 4, driving demand for advanced wealth management tools. 🌍 CBDCs: Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) isn’t competing with UPI but evolving alongside it.🇭🇰 Key Highlights: FinTech in Hong Kong 🔗 Virtual Assets Expansion: Hong Kong remains a global hub, with multiple approved virtual asset platforms. 🏦 Banking on Blockchain: Z Bank launches retail crypto trading; HSBC explores gold tokenization. 🤖 GenAI in Finance: AI adoption grows across banking and corporate sectors for efficiency and innovation. 💳 Open Banking Evolution: Shift from open APIs to Interbank Account Data Sharing, enabling better financial connectivity. 🌐 Web3 & Tokenization: Hong Kong pioneers digital asset ETFs and blockchain-based financial solutions in Asia.Follow for more insights on fintech, digital assets, and AI in finance

Discover how Tookitaki is transforming financial crime prevention with

🔍 AI-Driven AML: Tookitaki’s platform leverages federated learning

🌐 Global Reach: Supporting top-tier banks like UOB with advanced

Join Varlam Ebanoidze, Head of Fintech Development at the National Bank of Georgia, as he shares insights on the country’s fintech strategy, innovation efforts, and its pivotal role in the Middle Corridor ecosystem on the Finstep Asia Edge Podcast with Musheer Ahmed.

Join Tayseer, CEO of TforDesigns, as he shares his journey from unexpected entrepreneur to building an enterprise in Hong Kong’s design and innovation space. Dive into insights on building a business, digital pivots, and fostering innovation & design.

Key Highlights:

🚀💡The Entrepreneurial Journey:
Tayseer shares about his entrepreneurship journey and building a startup in Hong Kong after initially pursuing mechanical engineering.

💵📊Financial Discipline for Entrepreneurs:
Tayseer emphasizes the importance of cash flow management for both personal and business sustainability.

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Pivoting During Covid: How TforDesign adapted by expanding into digital learning and online course offerings.💡🏦
The Role of Innovation in Fintech: Tayseer highlights the growing importance of dedicated innovation teams in financial services.

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Join us for an insightful discussion with Nicholas McNicholas, head of regulatory affaire and enforcement at the Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) on how VARA oversees and enforces regulations within the fast-evolving virtual assets space.