Episode Topic: Louis Hoch, CEO of Usio, joins PayPod to discuss the future of payments, including embedded payment solutions, real-time payments, and the intersection of biometrics and AI in transforming the payments landscape. He shares how flexibility, customer-centricity, and innovation will drive the next wave of payment systems.

Lessons You'll Learn:

• Why embedded payments are revolutionizing commerce

• The importance of flexibility in payment channels

• How real-time payments are reshaping transaction dynamics

• The role of AI and biometrics in future payment security

About Our Guest: Louis Hoch is the CEO of Usio, a company that specializes in embedded payment solutions for a wide variety of industries, including fintech and government entities. Usio provides diverse payment channels from traditional checks to cutting-edge technology like FedNow, offering flexibility and agility in payment systems. Louis is a thought leader in the fintech industry, driving innovation in payment solutions.

Topics Covered:

• Embedded Payments and Workflow Integration

• B2B Payments Challenges

• Real-Time Payments: FedNow and Future Trends

• Biometrics and AI in Payment Systems

• Flexibility and Customization in Payment Solutions