“Hire slow, fire fast” has become a common adage in the working world. In today’s episode, I am going to explain why this approach does not work well in the world of FinTech compliance and what FinTech leaders should be doing to find the right fit for their companies instead! Read more…
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is an international body founded with the aim of enhancing global financial security and improving industry standards. However, in this episode, I share why I believe many of the actions that the FATF has taken are negatively impacting the FinTech space. If you found Read more…
A common expectation of first-time MLROs and Heads of Compliance is that their CEO will be their boss. In this episode, I debunk this myth so you, as a new MLRO or Head of Compliance, can enter your new role with your eyes wide open to what your relationship with Read more…
In this episode, I explore some common conspiracy theories that I have come across in the world of business and finance. I personally find this topic a fascinating one, and I hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it. If you found value in Read more…
Inspired by Andrew Ross Sorkin’s insights on the topic, in this episode, I explore the differences between the financial crises of 2008 and 2023 and share my thoughts on which one was the most egregious. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could Read more…
“Not treating compliance as a function responsible for revenues is not just a poor cost decision; it’s simply ignoring the reality of the underlying processes.” In this episode, I explore the defining characteristics of cost and revenue centers and share my thoughts on the problems with looking at compliance as Read more…
In this episode, I explore the key elements of the MICA regulation that was approved in the spring of 2023, its problematic elements, and the implications it will have in the FinTech space. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a Read more…
Bill Gurley’s inspirational speech at the All-In Summit motivated me to record an episode focusing on the worldwide issue of regulatory capture. Tune in today to learn more about what regulatory capture is, the numerous industries that have been accused of facilitating it, and what it could mean for the Read more…
In this episode, I share some of the invaluable lessons that I learned from listening to a speech by Tobias Lütke, the founder and CEO of Shopify, at the inspirational All-In Summit. From eliminating unnecessary meetings to his thoughts on why founders make the best CEOs for their companies. Tune Read more…
A few weeks ago, two major events took place in the FinTech world; Worldcoin was launched and Curve was hacked. The fact that these events happened so close to one another has raised many important questions about the future of centralized versus decentralized structures. Tune in today to hear details Read more…