11 min

TWIF News Briefing - 22nd March The This Week in Fintech Podcast

    • Business

In our next 10-minute episode of the This Week in Fintech (TWIF) podcast, we're diving into a concise but comprehensive overview of the fintech sector's most compelling developments. Here's how we'll line up the episode:


News Roundup: We'll start with a sprint through the latest fintech headlines. From JP Morgan's groundbreaking introduction of biometric payments to the potential sale of the fintech-friendly CBW Bank, we've got these stories and more. We'll also touch on the innovative steps being taken by central banks using AI for climate risk analysis, tech and healthcare startup boosts by HSBC, and the challenges faced by banks and fintech firms alike, including technical mishaps costing millions and adjustments in the wake of digital transformations.


Fintechionary - Interest Rate Swap: Next, we'll ease into our Fintechionary segment, where this week's focus is on "Interest Rate Swap." It's a forward contract that plays a critical role in the financial markets for managing interest rate risk. This segment aims to unpack the complexity of financial terms and present them in an easily digestible format, shedding light on how these mechanisms impact fintech innovations and the broader societal financial landscape.


Job of the Week: Moving on, we'll spotlight the "Job of the Week" from Ampla, which is on the hunt for an Associate Commercial Counsel. This role represents a unique opportunity to shape the future of financial services for consumer brands, reflecting the dynamic nature of career opportunities within the fintech ecosystem.


Snippet from "Signals": We wrap up with a look into Sophie Vo's article on the post-SVB resilience of small banks, marking the onset of the 'small bank era'. A year after the SVB collapse, this insightful piece delves into how small banks have made a significant comeback, showcasing the evolving landscape of banking resilience and innovation.



Packed into a quick 10-minute listen, this episode promises to deliver a punchy, insightful overview of the fintech world's latest news, educational insights, career opportunities, and thought-provoking analyses. Ideal for fintech enthusiasts looking to stay abreast of the sector’s key developments.

In our next 10-minute episode of the This Week in Fintech (TWIF) podcast, we're diving into a concise but comprehensive overview of the fintech sector's most compelling developments. Here's how we'll line up the episode:


News Roundup: We'll start with a sprint through the latest fintech headlines. From JP Morgan's groundbreaking introduction of biometric payments to the potential sale of the fintech-friendly CBW Bank, we've got these stories and more. We'll also touch on the innovative steps being taken by central banks using AI for climate risk analysis, tech and healthcare startup boosts by HSBC, and the challenges faced by banks and fintech firms alike, including technical mishaps costing millions and adjustments in the wake of digital transformations.


Fintechionary - Interest Rate Swap: Next, we'll ease into our Fintechionary segment, where this week's focus is on "Interest Rate Swap." It's a forward contract that plays a critical role in the financial markets for managing interest rate risk. This segment aims to unpack the complexity of financial terms and present them in an easily digestible format, shedding light on how these mechanisms impact fintech innovations and the broader societal financial landscape.


Job of the Week: Moving on, we'll spotlight the "Job of the Week" from Ampla, which is on the hunt for an Associate Commercial Counsel. This role represents a unique opportunity to shape the future of financial services for consumer brands, reflecting the dynamic nature of career opportunities within the fintech ecosystem.


Snippet from "Signals": We wrap up with a look into Sophie Vo's article on the post-SVB resilience of small banks, marking the onset of the 'small bank era'. A year after the SVB collapse, this insightful piece delves into how small banks have made a significant comeback, showcasing the evolving landscape of banking resilience and innovation.



Packed into a quick 10-minute listen, this episode promises to deliver a punchy, insightful overview of the fintech world's latest news, educational insights, career opportunities, and thought-provoking analyses. Ideal for fintech enthusiasts looking to stay abreast of the sector’s key developments.

11 min

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