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On this week episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby sits down with Neil Ryan, CEO – Designate, and Oliver Haste, Chief Administrative Officer – Designate at Bondtape. They share their vision for Bondtape’s future, insights into leadership transitions, and how innovation is shaping the adhesive solutions industry.

Whether you're in manufacturing, business strategy, or leadership, this episode offers fresh perspectives on driving growth and transformation.

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In this special episode, Ian Bailey sits down with Prajval Dsilva, VP Growth at Allica Bank, to explore the real-world impact of open-source AI, the balance between innovation and regulation, and how ethical development can shape the future of financial services.

From foundation models to inclusive access, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone navigating the intersection of FinTech and emerging technology.

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In this special episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby sits down with Antonio Curia, Founder and Managing Director of MIELI Private Office (by MIELI CAPITAL Ltd).

From macroeconomic volatility and alternative investments to the evolving role of AI in wealth management, Antonio shares sharp insights, a commitment to education, and the principles that guide elite advisory in uncertain times.

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The next generation of trading leaders is no longer on the horizon, they’re already shaping the industry from within.

In this episode of Fintech Focus TV, host Toby Babb sits down with three influential members of the FIX NextGen initiative: Rugiyya Gahramanli (LSEG), Alex Ings (UBS), and Christian Schmid (Cboe Clear).

Together, they explore how FIX NextGen is redefining the way early-career professionals engage with electronic trading, financial technology and capital markets. From breaking down complex market infrastructure and FIX Protocol education to fostering mentorship, public speaking opportunities, and cross-firm collaboration, this conversation reveals how the initiative is preparing future leaders in a rapidly evolving industry.

You’ll hear why market accessibility, representation and peer-driven learning are so critical for both firms and professionals and how initiatives like FIX NextGen can help close the skills gap while building a stronger, more diverse talent pipeline.

Whether you’re building teams in financial services, exploring fintech career pathways, or want to understand how today’s trading ecosystem is evolving, this episode delivers actionable insight and inspiration.

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Recorded live at The Summit for Wealth Management 2025, this episode features Toby Babb in conversation with Toby Brown, Senior Account Executive at Beauhurst. They dive into how data is transforming client acquisition strategies in wealth management, from identifying high-growth founders before they exit to helping advisors reframe their approach to sales.

It’s a fascinating discussion about using intelligent, data-led insights to build meaningful relationships, uncover hidden opportunities, and drive more efficient business development.

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On this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby Babb sits down with Robert Hupe, Management Consultant – Practice Head at Knadel Solutions Ltd.

Robert shares invaluable insights from his recent talk at the Summit for Wealth Management, diving into how FinTechs and asset managers can maximise supplier partnerships, balance innovation with risk, and build scalable platforms for long-term growth. With a spotlight on consulting-tech convergence and the critical role of subject matter expertise, this is a must-listen for anyone shaping the future of wealth and asset management.

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In this week’s episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby reconnects with Tobias Sproehnle, CEO & Co-Founder of PANTA, to discuss disrupting the $25 trillion index industry.

From his journey exiting Mortgage Benchmarks to building the operating system for modern index design and calculation, Tobias shares invaluable insights on innovation, adoption hurdles, and what it really takes to scale a FinTech startup that challenges tradition.

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This week on FinTech Focus TV, Toby sits down with Tom Doris, Head of Alpha Capture at Carlson Capital, L.P., for a conversation on the real-world impact of AI in financial markets.

Recorded live at the FIX EMEA Trading Conference in London, this episode explores the practical applications of machine learning in trading, the cultural contrasts in tech adoption between the US and Europe, and why now is the time to embrace innovation.

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In this episode of FinTech Focus TV filmed at the FIX EMEA Trading Conference, Toby is joined by PJ Di Giammarino, CEO at JWG, for a powerful conversation on the evolving regulatory landscape in financial services.

From the rise of non-financial risk to the growing pressure for global standards and the transformative power of AI, PJ shares vital insights into what firms must prioritise today. This episode is a must-watch for anyone navigating the increasing complexity of compliance, operational resilience, and industry-wide accountability.

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What does the future of payments really look like? 

Recorded live at Pay360 2025, the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV features Saran Talasila, Payment Specialist at exactly.com, in conversation with host Ian Bailey.

From split payments and open banking to the power of seamless integrations and live 24/7 support—Saran shares how exactly.com is simplifying global transactions and meeting the demands of modern merchants and consumers.

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