Tech Behind Fintech

Join us for an exciting and informative live episode of "The Tech Behind FinTech" on Friday, April 28th at 12 PM EST. We're wrapping up our month-long series on SOC2 compliance with a special audience Q&A session. We've received a ton of great questions and messages from our audience over the course of the series, and we're excited to tackle them all in this live session. We will be on hand to provide insights and advice on everything from common misconceptions about SOC2 to best practices for maintaining compliance over time. Whether you're just starting out with SOC2 compliance or you're a seasoned pro, this episode is a great opportunity to get expert answers to your most pressing questions.

Join us for another live (Friday, April 21st, 12 PM EST) episode of the “Tech Behind FinTech” where we will explore the world of SOC2 compliance for FinTech companies. SOC2, or System and Organization Controls 2, is a widely recognized standard that evaluates a company's security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy controls. To help us decode SOC2 and provide insider tips, we have invited a special guest, Jack Shadle, a seasoned CPA auditor at Sensiba San Filippo with extensive experience in auditing FinTech companies for SOC2 compliance. Our guest will walk us through the key components of SOC2 compliance, including the principles, criteria, and requirements that FinTech companies need to meet. Jack will share his expert insights on the challenges and common pitfalls that companies face during the SOC2 audit process, and provide practical tips on how to prepare effectively to ensure a successful audit outcome.

Join us for another live (Friday, April 14th, 12 PM EST) episode of the “Tech Behind FinTech” where we will explore “How Automation is Revolutionizing the FinTech Compliance Landscape”. Compliance has always been a critical aspect of the financial industry, but the traditional methods of compliance can be time-consuming, manual, and prone to error. With automation technologies, compliance processes can now be streamlined, simplified, and made more efficient. Guiding us through the compliance automation landscape will be Jackson Tovar, Partner Manager at Vanta.

Join us for another live (Friday, April 7th, 12 PM EST) episode of the “Tech Behind FinTech” where we will take a deep dive into SOC2 compliance and its importance for FinTechs and third-party providers. SOC2 (System and Organization Controls) is a set of guidelines developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) to ensure that service providers securely manage data and protect the privacy of their clients.

Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) was the 16th largest bank and the second largest bank failure in U.S. history behind Washington Mutual in 2008. The collapse of SVB triggered a regional banking crisis, which left a few banks struggling to stay afloat. Joining us live, on Friday, March 31st at 12 PM EST, to take a closer look at the reasons behind the regional banking crisis is the CEO of Accounting Events, Stanley Egbuchulam.

Join us for another live (12 PM EST) episode of the “Tech Behind FinTech” where we will dive into the latest rising threat to financial apps - the Nexus banking trojan. With over 450 financial apps targeted, this malware-as-a-service has the potential to cause havoc in the banking industry. We will also review strategies for safeguarding your financial data against this growing threat.

Join us for another live (12 PM EST) episode of the “Tech Behind FinTech” where we will be exploring the future of blockchain regulation with special guest Caroline Michel, Co-Founder and Head Regulatory Analyst of Deontea Ltd. As blockchain technology continues to gain mainstream adoption, regulatory bodies around the world are struggling to keep pace with this new technology.

In this episode, we are going to talk about a topic that no one likes to think about but is unfortunately all too common in today's economy: layoffs. More than 93,000 workers in U.S.-based tech companies have been laid off so far in 2023. But how do you prepare for a layoff? Joining us live (Friday, February 24th, 2023 - 12 PM EDT) to discuss a topic that is more relevant than ever: "Staying Ahead of the Game: Career Development and Upskilling for Job Security." is Renee Small (aka “The Cybersecurity Super Recruiter”), CEO of Cyber Human Capital. Renee will share insights and strategies for career development and upskilling that can help you maintain your edge in a rapidly changing job market. We'll also discuss how technology is transforming the way we work, learn, and grow our careers. Whether you're employed or looking for a job, this episode is a must-listen. Join us as we explore the latest trends in career development and share practical tips for staying ahead of the game in an ever-evolving job market.

The global digital payments market is estimated to reach $20 Trillion by 2026. "The Tech Behind FinTech" proudly presents a two-episode series that will dive into the intricacies of the online payment ecosystem. In Episode 1 we explored how online payments work, from the moment a customer initiates a transaction to the final receipt of funds. Join us for Episode 2, where we will explore past cybersecurity breaches and best practices for securing the online payment ecosystem. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a business owner, or simply curious about how online payments work, this series is for you. Get ready to gain a deeper understanding of the technology behind the FinTech revolution and how it's changing the way we pay for goods and services online.

The global digital payments market is estimated to reach $20 Trillion by 2026. "The Tech Behind FinTech" proudly presents a two-episode series that will dive into the intricacies of the online payment ecosystem. Join us in Episode 1 as we explore how online payments work, from the moment a customer initiates a transaction to the final receipt of funds. In Episode 2, we'll dive into the best practices for securing the online payment ecosystem. We'll examine the various players involved, including payment gateways, processors, and acquiring banks, and explain their roles in the payment process. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a business owner, or simply curious about how online payments work, this series is for you. Get ready to gain a deeper understanding of the technology behind the FinTech revolution and how it's changing the way we pay for goods and services online.