FINOS Open Source in Finance Podcast

FINOS
FINOS Open Source in Finance Podcast

The FINOS Open Source in Finance Podcast celebrates open source projects and interesting topics at the cross section of financial services and open source. So far, our industry experts have discussed practical applications of and their real-world experiences with a range of open source projects including desktop interoperability, low code platforms, synthetic data, and data modeling. They’ve also discussed best practices for inner source, common myths about open source and why commercial companies choose to introduce open source offerings. Tune in to hear what comes next.

  1. JUN 19

    The Evolving Role of Open Source in Finance with GitLab's George Kichukov

    The Evolving Role of Open Source in Financial Services with GitLab's George Kichukov In this episode of the FINOS podcast, Grizz Griswold interviews George Kichukov from GitLab to discuss the transformative effect of open-source technology in financial services. The conversation covers the adoption of secure open-source practices, the importance of a strong engineering culture, and the benefits of contributing back to the open-source community. George shares insights from his 20-year career, including his extensive experience at Citibank, and elaborates on his current role in improving software delivery at GitLab. The episode also highlights upcoming events like the Open Source and Finance Forum (OSFF) and the vital role of sponsors in fostering industry collaboration. 00:00 The Evolution of Open Source in Financial Services 01:32 Upcoming OSFF Events and Sponsors 01:33 Upcoming OSFF Events and Sponsors 03:31 Introduction to George Kichukov from GitLab 03:52 George's Role and Experience at GitLab 06:36 George's Career Journey Before GitLab 12:15 The Importance of Developer Experience 15:56 The Role of Open Source in Developer Experience 20:57 The Shift in Financial Services Towards Open Source 26:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts George Kichukov: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kichukov/ GitLab: https://about.gitlab.com/  Grizz Griswold: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aarongriswold  Find more info about FINOS:  On the web: https://www.finos.org  Open Source in Finance Forum (OSFF Conference): https://www.finos.org/osff-2025  2024 State of Open Source in Financial Services Download: ⁠https://www.finos.org/state-of-open-source-in-financial-services-2024⁠  FINOS Current Newsletter Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.finos.org/newsletter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/finosfoundation  Twitter: https://twitter.com/FINOSFoundation  About FINOS FINOS (The Fintech Open Source Foundation) is a nonprofit whose mission is to foster the adoption of open source, open standards, and collaborative software development practices in financial services. It is the center for open source developers and the financial services industry to build new technology projects that have a lasting impact on business operations. As a regulatory compliant platform, the foundation enables developers from these competing organizations to collaborate on projects with a strong propensity for mutualization. It has enabled codebase contributions from both the buy- and sell-side firms and counts over 50 major financial institutions, fintechs and technology consultancies as part of its membership. FINOS is also part of the Linux Foundation, the largest shared technology organization in the world. Get involved and join FINOS as a Member.

    31 min
  2. JUN 17

    Exploring Data Mesh and Open Source Governance with Daniel Paes | OS in Finance Podcast

    Exploring Data Mesh and Open Source Governance with Daniel PaesIn this episode of the FINOS podcast, Grizz Griswold interviews Daniel Paes, a FINOS Ambassador. They discuss concepts like data mesh, data contracts, and the use of open source tools like Legend and CDM in data governance. Daniel shares his journey from a business intelligence analyst in Brazil to a principal director at a CloudOps and DataOps company in Canada. They also talk about the Open Source and Finance Forum (OSFF), upcoming events, and Daniel’s innovative projects like Runink. This episode offers insights into the adoption of open source tools in financial services and practical applications of data governance models.00:00 Introduction to CDM and Legend01:07 Upcoming OSFF Events and Sponsors03:06 Meet Daniel Paes: Background and Career04:08 Daniel's Journey with Open Source06:20 Open Source in Brazil and Canada11:31 Daniel's Career Path15:32 Current Projects and API Days Insights15:42 Exploring FINOS Legend and CDM22:07 Runink: A New Open Source Project29:12 Becoming a FINOS Ambassador30:10 Conclusion and Future Plans Daniel Paes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danspaes/ Runink: https://www.runink.org/ Grizz Griswold: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aarongriswold Find more info about FINOS: On the web: https://www.finos.org Open Source in Finance Forum (OSFF Conference): https://www.finos.org/osff-2025 2024 State of Open Source in Financial Services Download: ⁠https://www.finos.org/state-of-open-source-in-financial-services-2024⁠ FINOS Current Newsletter Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.finos.org/newsletter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/finosfoundation Twitter: https://twitter.com/FINOSFoundation About FINOS FINOS (The Fintech Open Source Foundation) is a nonprofit whose mission is to foster the adoption of open source, open standards, and collaborative software development practices in financial services. It is the center for open source developers and the financial services industry to build new technology projects that have a lasting impact on business operations. As a regulatory compliant platform, the foundation enables developers from these competing organizations to collaborate on projects with a strong propensity for mutualization. It has enabled codebase contributions from both the buy- and sell-side firms and counts over 50 major financial institutions, fintechs and technology consultancies as part of its membership. FINOS is also part of the Linux Foundation, the largest shared technology organization in the world. Get involved and join FINOS as a Member.

    31 min
  3. JUN 12

    Exploring Common Controls and Governance in Finance w Mike Long, CEO, Kosli

    Exploring Common Controls and Governance in Financial Services with Kosli's CEO, Mike LongIn this episode of the FINOS podcast, Grizz Griswold interviews Mike Long, CEO and founder of Kosli. They discuss the challenges of AI readiness and managing risk in financial services, focusing on the importance of common control definitions in SDLC processes. Mike shares his journey from studying AI and computer science to founding Kosli, emphasizing the role of automation in governance and compliance. The conversation highlights the significance of community and collaboration within FINOS to solve industry-level problems, touching on AI, regulatory compliance, and the future of governance automation. Mike also reflects on the evolution of agent-based solutions and their applications in current tech environments. Tune in for insights on making engineering processes more efficient and the importance of shared understanding in tech and compliance. 00:00 Introduction to Control Definitions 01:14 Upcoming OSFF Events and Sponsors 03:13 Meet Mike Long, CEO of Kosli 03:47 Mike Long's Background and Career Journey 07:01 Challenges in Financial Services and Kosli's Solutions 09:54 Joining FINOS and Goals for Collaboration 16:22 The Importance of Community in FINOS 20:37 Future of AI and Autonomous Agents 24:11 Closing Remarks and OSFF London Kosli: https://www.kosli.com/ Mike Long: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikelongkosli Grizz Griswold: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aarongriswold Find more info about FINOS: On the web: https://www.finos.org Open Source in Finance Forum (OSFF Conference): https://www.finos.org/osff-2025 2024 State of Open Source in Financial Services Download: ⁠https://www.finos.org/state-of-open-source-in-financial-services-2024⁠ FINOS Current Newsletter Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.finos.org/newsletter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/finosfoundation Twitter: https://twitter.com/FINOSFoundation About FINOS FINOS (The Fintech Open Source Foundation) is a nonprofit whose mission is to foster the adoption of open source, open standards, and collaborative software development practices in financial services. It is the center for open source developers and the financial services industry to build new technology projects that have a lasting impact on business operations. As a regulatory compliant platform, the foundation enables developers from these competing organizations to collaborate on projects with a strong propensity for mutualization. It has enabled codebase contributions from both the buy- and sell-side firms and counts over 50 major financial institutions, fintechs and technology consultancies as part of its membership. FINOS is also part of the Linux Foundation, the largest shared technology organization in the world. Get involved and join FINOS as a Member.

    25 min
  4. MAY 12

    The Unexpected Risks of AI in Finance: Expert Panel Discussion - Nvidia & Sonatype

    In this episode of the FINOS Open Source in Finance webinar series, Karl Moll hosts an engaging panel discussion with Tyler Warden from Sonatype and Aaron Erickson from Nvidia. The topic is 'The Unexpected Risks of AI in Finance,' covering hidden and novel security risks in AI-driven financial systems, the importance of hardware in AI security, and regulatory approaches to AI compliance. The panelists delve into common misconceptions, real-world examples of AI risks, software supply chain issues, and actionable advice for securing AI pipelines. They also discuss the fundamental role of human accountability and the importance of collaboration between security and engineering teams.00:00 Welcome and Introduction03:40 Panelist Introductions05:43 Common Misconceptions in AI Security08:37 Hidden Risks of AI in Finance16:52 Regulatory Approaches to AI Risks23:54 Advice for Compliance Teams30:56 The Importance of Fundamentals in AI31:37 AI's Role in Speeding Up Reaction Times32:56 Building Security into AI Pipelines36:02 Operational Collaboration for AI Security43:07 Designing User-Centric AI Systems48:40 Rapid Fire Q&A on AI Security55:23 Final Thoughts and RecommendationsFind more info about FINOS:On the web: https://www.finos.org Open Source in Finance Forum (OSFF Conference): https://www.finos.org/osff-2025 2024 State of Open Source in Financial Services Download: ⁠https://www.finos.org/state-of-open-source-in-financial-services-2024⁠ FINOS Current Newsletter Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.finos.org/newsletterLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/finosfoundation Twitter: https://twitter.com/FINOSFoundation About FINOSFINOS (The Fintech Open Source Foundation) is a nonprofit whose mission is to foster the adoption of open source, open standards, and collaborative software development practices in financial services. It is the center for open source developers and the financial services industry to build new technology projects that have a lasting impact on business operations. As a regulatory compliant platform, the foundation enables developers from these competing organizations to collaborate on projects with a strong propensity for mutualization. It has enabled codebase contributions from both the buy- and sell-side firms and counts over 50 major financial institutions, fintechs and technology consultancies as part of its membership. FINOS is also part of the Linux Foundation, the largest shared technology organization in the world. Get involved and join FINOS as a Member.

    55 min
  5. APR 24

    Deep Dive into FDC3 2.2 Release With Rob Moffat | OS in Finance Podcast

    Join Grizz Griswold and Rob Moffat from FINOS as they discuss the latest updates in FDC3, a versatile interoperability standard originally designed for financial services but applicable universally. Learn about the evolution of FDC3 version 2.2, the newly released SAIL 2.0 tool, and the upcoming Open Source in Finance Forum in London. Discover the significance of open standards, vendor collaboration, and identity security in the realm of financial technology. Whether you are a developer or a finance professional, this episode offers valuable insights into the ever-evolving landscape of open source in finance. FDC3: https://fdc3.finos.org/ 00:00 Rob Moffat - Exploring FDC3: Enhancing Interoperability in Finance 03:43 Introduction and Greetings 03:54 Kubecon and Catching Up 04:14 FDC3 Updates Overview 05:39 What is FDC3? 07:21 FDC3 2.2 and Web Integration 10:27 Vendor Conformance and Open Standards 13:37 Expanding FDC3 Beyond Finance 17:36 Introducing Sail 2.0 20:09 Upcoming Demos and Events 22:29 FDC3 Security and Future Plans 28:35 Hackathons and Community Growth 33:40 FDC3 Conformance Program 37:19 Final Thoughts and Reflections FDC3: https://fdc3.finos.org  FDC3 Repo: https://github.com/finos/FDC3  FDC3 Sail Sandbox: https://www.finos.org/en/project-sandbox  FDC3 Training: https://fdc3.finos.org/training FDC3 App Directory: https://directory.fdc3.finos.org/ FDC3 Conformance: https://fdc3.finos.org/docs/api/conformance/Conformance-Overview  Rob Moffat: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robmoffat  Grizz Griswold: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aarongriswold  Find more info about FINOS: On the web: https://www.finos.org  Open Source in Finance Forum (OSFF Conference): https://www.finos.org/osff-2025  2024 State of Open Source in Financial Services Download: ⁠https://www.finos.org/state-of-open-source-in-financial-services-2024⁠  FINOS Current Newsletter Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.finos.org/newslette r LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/finosfoundation  Twitter: https://twitter.com/FINOSFoundation  About FINOS FINOS (The Fintech Open Source Foundation) is a nonprofit whose mission is to foster the adoption of open source, open standards, and collaborative software development practices in financial services. It is the center for open source developers and the financial services industry to build new technology projects that have a lasting impact on business operations. As a regulatory compliant platform, the foundation enables developers from these competing organizations to collaborate on projects with a strong propensity for mutualization. It has enabled codebase contributions from both the buy- and sell-side firms and counts over 50 major financial institutions, fintechs and technology consultancies as part of its membership. FINOS is also part of the Linux Foundation, the largest shared technology organization in the world. Get involved and join FINOS as a Member.

    39 min
  6. JAN 10

    Unlocking Innovation: Kratix and Platform Engineering at NatWest | OS in Finance Podcast

    Unlocking Innovation: Kratix and Platform Engineering at NatWest In this episode of the FINOS podcast, Grizz Griswold interviews Chris Plank from NatWest Bank and Derik Evangelisa from Syntasso. They delve into the evolution of platform engineering, open-source technologies, and how NatWest uses cloud-native tools to deliver platforms as a product. Learn about the innovative Kratix framework, its role in enabling developers, and how open-source principles are being adopted in financial services. Whether you're a technical enthusiast or on the business side, this discussion provides valuable insights into modernizing IT practices and fostering innovation. 00:00 The Evolution of Team Collaboration 00:38 Introduction to the Guests 01:08 Overview of the Talk and Key Topics 02:00 Chris Plank's Background and Role 03:14 Defining Platform Engineering 05:52 Derik Evangelista's Background and Role 06:24 Understanding Kratix 10:41 The Journey of Platform Engineering at NatWest 16:54 Building with Kratix: A Technical Insight 19:35 Exploring FINOS Projects and Kratix Integration 20:01 Deep Dive into Kratix and Its Technical Aspects 22:31 The Concept of Golden Paths in Kratix 24:07 Real-World Applications and Industry Impact 29:50 Challenges and Lessons in Change Management 32:51 How to Contribute to Kratix and Future Prospects 37:26 Final Thoughts and Reflections Kratix: https://www.kratix.io/ Chris Plank: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisplank/ NatWest: https://www.natwestgroup.com/ Derik Evangelista: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derikevangelista/ Syntasso: https://www.syntasso.io/ Grizz Griswold: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aarongriswold/ Find more info about FINOS: On the web: https://www.finos.org/ Open Source in Finance Forum (OSFF Conference): https://www.finos.org/osff-2025 2024 State of Open Source in Financial Services Download: ⁠https://www.finos.org/state-of-open-source-in-financial-services-2024⁠ FINOS Current Newsletter Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.finos.org/newsletter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/finosfoundation/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FINOSFoundation About FINOS FINOS (The Fintech Open Source Foundation) is a nonprofit whose mission is to foster the adoption of open source, open standards, and collaborative software development practices in financial services. It is the center for open source developers and the financial services industry to build new technology projects that have a lasting impact on business operations. As a regulatory compliant platform, the foundation enables developers from these competing organizations to collaborate on projects with a strong propensity for mutualization. It has enabled codebase contributions from both the buy- and sell-side firms and counts over 50 major financial institutions, fintechs and technology consultancies as part of its membership. FINOS is also part of the Linux Foundation, the largest shared technology organization in the world. Get involved and join FINOS as a Member.

    39 min
  7. 12/11/2024

    Leveraging AI for Software Supply Chain Security with Sudhir Prasad, Director of Product Management, Red Hat

    Leveraging AI for Software Supply Chain Security with Sudhir Prasad, Director of Product Management, Red Hat | OS in Finance Podcast In this episode of the FINOS podcast, Grizz Griswold interviews Sudhir Prasad, Director of Product Management at Red Hat, about the critical role of AI in enhancing software supply chain security. They delve into important topics such as leveraging AI for supply chain security, the transparency and provenance of AI models, and the challenges of integrating open-source solutions. Sudhir shares his journey from a developer to a product management leader and discusses best practices for ensuring software integrity, unburdening developers, and the importance of regulatory compliance. Tune in to gain valuable perspectives on the evolving landscape of software security and AI. 00:00 Introduction to AI in Software Supply Chain Security 01:01 Meet Sudhir Prasad from Red Hat 01:38 Sudhir's Journey from Developer to Product Manager 05:19 The Importance of Open Source in Software Development 07:32 Challenges and Solutions in Software Supply Chain Security 20:04 Leveraging AI for Software Supply Chain Security 22:49 Daily Work and Future Directions at Red Hat 35:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Sudhir Prasad: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sudhirprasad/ Red Hat: https://www.redhat.com/en/solutions/financial-services Grizz Griswold: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aarongriswold/ Find more info about FINOS: On the web: https://www.finos.org/ Open Source in Finance Forum (OSFF Conference): https://www.finos.org/osff-2025 2024 State of Open Source in Financial Services Download: ⁠https://www.finos.org/state-of-open-source-in-financial-services-2024⁠ FINOS Current Newsletter Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.finos.org/newsletter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/finosfoundation/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FINOSFoundation About FINOS FINOS (The Fintech Open Source Foundation) is a nonprofit whose mission is to foster the adoption of open source, open standards, and collaborative software development practices in financial services. It is the center for open source developers and the financial services industry to build new technology projects that have a lasting impact on business operations. As a regulatory compliant platform, the foundation enables developers from these competing organizations to collaborate on projects with a strong propensity for mutualization. It has enabled codebase contributions from both the buy- and sell-side firms and counts over 50 major financial institutions, fintechs and technology consultancies as part of its membership. FINOS is also part of the Linux Foundation, the largest shared technology organization in the world. Get involved and join FINOS as a Member.

    36 min
  8. 12/04/2024

    Durable Execution & Open Source Innovation, Max Fateev, CTO, Temporal | OS in Finance Podcast

    Max Fateev, CTO and Co-Founder of Temporal on Durable Execution & Open Source Innovation | Open Source in Finance Podcast In this episode of the FINOS podcast, Grizz Griswold interviews Max, the Co-Founder and CTO of Temporal, which is a new member of FINOS. They delve into the concept of durable execution, a groundbreaking approach that allows processes to persist despite system failures, significantly improving developer productivity and resiliency. Max shares his extensive journey, from his early days at Amazon to co-founding Temporal, and the insights gained along the way. The discussion also explores the open-source model, the importance of security in financial services, and how Temporal's technology is revolutionizing the industry. Tune in to learn about the challenges and triumphs of building and managing a tech company, especially in the open-source ecosystem. 00:00 Introduction to Business Logic Simplification 01:01 Welcome and Guest Introduction 01:46 Max's Career Journey 04:11 Building Temporal and Its Evolution 06:13 Challenges and Successes in Open Source 07:33 Managing People vs. Technology 13:20 Durable Execution Explained 17:55 Temporal's Impact on Financial Services 23:01 Open Source Security and Business Model 27:38 Upcoming Events and Future of Open Source in Finance 32:09 Closing Remarks Max Fateev: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fateev/ Temporal: https://temporal.io/ Find more info about FINOS: On the web: https://www.finos.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FINOSFoundation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/finosfoundation/ 2024 State of Open Source in Financial Services Download: ⁠https://www.finos.org/state-of-open-source-in-financial-services-2024⁠ FINOS Current Newsletter Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.finos.org/newsletter About FINOS FINOS (The Fintech Open Source Foundation) is a nonprofit whose mission is to foster the adoption of open source, open standards, and collaborative software development practices in financial services. It is the center for open source developers and the financial services industry to build new technology projects that have a lasting impact on business operations. As a regulatory compliant platform, the foundation enables developers from these competing organizations to collaborate on projects with a strong propensity for mutualization. It has enabled codebase contributions from both the buy- and sell-side firms and counts over 50 major financial institutions, fintechs and technology consultancies as part of its membership. FINOS is also part of the Linux Foundation, the largest shared technology organization in the world. Get involved and join FINOS as a Member.

    33 min

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The FINOS Open Source in Finance Podcast celebrates open source projects and interesting topics at the cross section of financial services and open source. So far, our industry experts have discussed practical applications of and their real-world experiences with a range of open source projects including desktop interoperability, low code platforms, synthetic data, and data modeling. They’ve also discussed best practices for inner source, common myths about open source and why commercial companies choose to introduce open source offerings. Tune in to hear what comes next.

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