In this episode of Token Bytes by FinStep Asia, Alexandra Vidyuk, General Partner at Beyond Earth Ventures, joins Musheer Ahmed to unpack the business of space, why deep tech is the next big VC frontier, and how startups are driving innovation across orbit and Earth.Key Highlights:🧠 From Fintech to Deep Tech VC – Alexandra’s journey from banking and digital assets to funding deep tech startups.🌌 Why Space, Why Now – Falling launch costs, geopolitical momentum, and non-dilutive public funding open the skies.🔬 In-Space Manufacturing – From cancer treatments to semiconductors, zero-gravity labs unlock new possibilities.🤖 Humanoids & Robotics – Robots, not astronauts, are leading the next phase of lunar and Martian missions.💰 Venture Models for Deep Tech – Long-term returns, government-backed contracts, and capital-efficient growth.🌍 Asia’s Rising Role – Japan, India, Singapore & SE Asia see growing clusters in space-tech and enabling software.👉 Follow for more moonshot conversations at the edge of tech, capital, and the cosmos. 🌠💼
Finstep Asia TokenBytes with Syed Musheer Ahmed Ahmed. In this episode, we speak with Camilla Bullock, Co-founder & CEO of Emerging Payments Association Asia, on her journey from financial data to fintech leadership, and how EPA is shaping payments policy, cross-border innovation, and quantum-safe security across APAC.
Key Highlights:
📊 From Data to Fintech Leadership – Camilla’s journey from Reuters to building EPA Asia.
🌐 Creating Cross-Border Payment Bridges – How EPA unites a fragmented region with shared goals.
🤝 Power of Partnerships – Leveraging local experts & ambassadors to tailor strategies by market.
🔁 Open Data & Embedded Finance – Using real-time data to build better products for users.
💬 Building with Integrity – Lessons in ownership, trust, and leadership through uncertainty.
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Fintech Decoded with Musheer Ahmed & Monica Jasuja.In this special MoneyPot edition of Token Bytes recorded at Money 20/20 Asia, Musheer Ahmed hosted Henry Zhang, Founder & CEO of DigiFT—a licensed exchange for institutional-grade, tokenized real-world assets (RWAs)—to explore how blockchain is redefining institutional finance and unlocking the future of finance—from RWA tokenization to cross-chain interoperability.Key Highlights: · Henry's distinguished journey from TradFi to DeFi: Henry's C-level experience with large, global financial institutions and how it helped shape his entrepreneurial journey with DigiFT. · Traditional finance is evolving, not disappearing—blockchain enables the next leap forward· Institutional adoption is growing—but mass on-chain transition will be gradual· Key products gaining traction: Tokenized money market funds are transforming how trades are cleared and settled—offering faster, more transparent flows. Meanwhile, cross-chain interoperability is emerging as the next frontier in asset trading· How DigiFT is partnering with top global asset managers and strategically leveraging blockchain to bring regulated, real-world financial products on-chain👉 Follow us for more insights on blockchain, digital assets, and the fintech transformation.
Danny Levy, Managing Director of Money20/20 APAC, shares his insights, on fintech’s rapid evolution in Asia, the role of thought leadership in the industry, and how curated thought leadership events, like Money20/20, shape the fintech ecosystem on the Finstep Asia Edge Podcast with Musheer Ahmed.Key Highlights:💼 Building a Career in B2B Events – Success in events requires adaptability, a broad skill set, and seizing opportunities.📈 Navigating Leadership & Growth – Stepping outside your comfort zone is key to personal and professional development.📊 Key Fintech Trends in Asia – While growth is strong, regulatory clarity and consumer protection remain priorities.🔥 The Role of Money20/20 in Fintech – Bringing together industry leaders and global experts to drive impactful discussions, foster collaboration and drive innovation. 👉 Follow for more fintech insights and industry trends! 💳
A deep dive into Hong Kong's evolving crypto landscape with Kevin Lee—covering regulations, institutions, and innovations shaping the future of digital assets.Key Highlights:🚀 Crypto Career Shift: Kevin Lee shares his journey from traditional finance to digital assets.📊 Regulatory Clarity: Hong Kong’s SFC is shaping the framework for compliant crypto operations.🏦 Institutional Adoption: Traditional finance firms explore integrations with crypto and stablecoins.🧘 Mental Resilience in Finance: Insights on handling stress in high-stakes industries.👥 Community Building in Crypto: The role of engagement and collaboration in digital assets.🔮 The AI-Crypto Connection: How AI-driven trading and automation are reshaping markets.👉 Follow for more insights on FinTech, digital assets, and Web3 in Asia!
A deep dive into the evolving payments landscape with Yuno’s SVP and APAC Head SheueChee Beh. From real-time payments to AI and stablecoins—what's next for fintech?Key Highlights:💳 The Power of Payment Orchestrators – Transforming global transactions🌏 Yuno’s Vision for APAC – Enabling seamless global transactions across markets👩💼Women in Payments & Leadership – Insights for aspiring female professionals in fintech🤖 AI & Embedded Finance – Driving innovation in digital payments🤖Stablecoins & AI in Payments – The intersection of blockchain and artificial intelligence🔗 Web3 & Digital Assets – How blockchain is reshaping finance📢 Follow for more insights on fintech, digital assets & Web3! 🚀
Fintech Decoded with Monica Jasuja & Musheer Ahmed. Join us as we Explore the latest fintech developments in India and Hong Kong, from UPI and digital lending to blockchain, tokenization, and GenAI's role in financial innovation with Medhy Souidi a transformational leader at DBS Hong Kong and the Founder & Host of the What The Fintech Podcast.🇮🇳 Key Highlights: FinTech in India 📈 UPI at Record Highs: India’s digital payments continue to surge in both volume and value. 🏦 Regulatory Shifts: RBI tightens rules on digital lending and virtual assets. 💰 FinTech Funding Slowdown: More reliance on public fundraising as private funding remains cautious. 📊 Wealth Tech Growth: India’s stock market is now in the global top 4, driving demand for advanced wealth management tools. 🌍 CBDCs: Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) isn’t competing with UPI but evolving alongside it.🇭🇰 Key Highlights: FinTech in Hong Kong 🔗 Virtual Assets Expansion: Hong Kong remains a global hub, with multiple approved virtual asset platforms. 🏦 Banking on Blockchain: Z Bank launches retail crypto trading; HSBC explores gold tokenization. 🤖 GenAI in Finance: AI adoption grows across banking and corporate sectors for efficiency and innovation. 💳 Open Banking Evolution: Shift from open APIs to Interbank Account Data Sharing, enabling better financial connectivity. 🌐 Web3 & Tokenization: Hong Kong pioneers digital asset ETFs and blockchain-based financial solutions in Asia.Follow for more insights on fintech, digital assets, and AI in finance
Discover how Tookitaki is transforming financial crime prevention with AI-powered AML solutions. Eric Margaryan and Patricia Kong share insights on innovative approaches, real-world applications, and the impact on global banking systems. Key Highlights:
🔍 AI-Driven AML: Tookitaki’s platform leverages federated learning to combat financial crime in real-time.
🌐 Global Reach: Supporting top-tier banks like UOB with advanced fraud detection across 14+ languages. 🚀 Efficiency at Scale: Deploy scenarios faster with auditable, explainable, and regulator-friendly AI. 🌟 Proven Success: Live since 2020, delivering tangible results for traditional banks and fintechs. 📊 Dynamic Insights: Minimize false positives and optimize risk assessments with cutting-edge technology. Follow us for more insights
Join Varlam Ebanoidze, Head of Fintech Development at the National Bank of Georgia, as he shares insights on the country’s fintech strategy, innovation efforts, and its pivotal role in the Middle Corridor ecosystem on the Finstep Asia Edge Podcast with Musheer Ahmed. Key Highlights: 💡Georgia’s Fintech Strategy: Focused on policy, infrastructure, and experimentation, Georgia is paving the way for fintech innovation. 🛣️The Digital Silk Road: Extending regulatory sandbox borders to create a regional hub for testing fintech ideas in the Middle Corridor. 🚀 Regional Collaboration Expanding the regulatory sandbox to foster cross-border fintech projects in the Middle Corridor. 👉 Subscribe for more insights on global fintech innovation and regional development! #fintechinnovation #globalfinance #fintechinnovation intechdevelopment
Join Tayseer, CEO of TforDesigns, as he shares his journey from unexpected entrepreneur to building an enterprise in Hong Kong’s design and innovation space. Dive into insights on building a business, digital pivots, and fostering innovation & design.
Key Highlights:
🚀💡The Entrepreneurial Journey: Tayseer shares about his entrepreneurship journey and building a startup in Hong Kong after initially pursuing mechanical engineering.
💵📊Financial Discipline for Entrepreneurs: Tayseer emphasizes the importance of cash flow management for both personal and business sustainability.
🔄🌐 Pivoting During Covid: How TforDesign adapted by expanding into digital learning and online course offerings.💡🏦 The Role of Innovation in Fintech: Tayseer highlights the growing importance of dedicated innovation teams in financial services.
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Join us for an insightful discussion with Nicholas McNicholas, head of regulatory affaire and enforcement at the Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) on how VARA oversees and enforces regulations within the fast-evolving virtual assets space. Key Highlights: ⚖️Agility in Regulation: VARA is designed to adapt quickly to the rapidly evolving virtual assets landscape in Dubai. ✅💼Enforcing Compliance: Focused on cracking down on unlicensed activity to ensure consumer protection, VARA’s enforcement takes a pragmatic approach to enforcing and works actively with other local law enforcement agencies and regulators. 🌐🤝Global Partnerships for Safety: Collaborating with international law enforcement to address risks such as money laundering, terrorist financing, and to enhance regulatory standards. 🚀📈Compliance readiness of VASPs: Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) face unique challenges in a fast paced industry and need to have compliance as a key priority to ensure they can scale securely and avoid regulatory breaches. 🛠️💡Compliance Essentials for Startups: VARA outlines a balanced approach, highlighting the importance of strong compliance structures for emerging businesses. 👉 Don’t forget to hit subscribe for the latest on virtual assets, regulations, and industry insights! #regulation #virtualassets
Join us as Mr. B.G. Mahesh, CEO of Sahamati, dives deep into the world of Open Finance and Account Aggregators, unpacking how these innovations are transforming financial accessibility and inclusion in India. Hear expert insights on key developments, challenges, and the future of fintech in emerging markets.
Key Highlights:
🏦Open Finance Unpacked - Explore how Open Finance aggregates financial services data, like browsing a multi-branded store.
📉Boosting Small Businesses - How Open Finance supports SMEs with flexible, small-ticket loans.
🌐Power of Standardization - Digital standardization enables efficient, secure data sharing.
🌍India as a Global Fintech Leader - India’s growth sets a model for emerging markets
🤝Pathways to Inclusion - Using Open Finance to expand access to financial services.
🔐Financial Education & Data Security- Addressing challenges in data protection and consumer awareness.
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Varun Mittal, Chief Innovation Officer at SingLife and co-founder of Founder Fintech Nation, for insights into Singapore's thriving fintech landscape with Syed Musheer Ahmed. From digital adoption to stablecoins and the future of innovation, we explore what makes Singapore a fintech leader. Key Highlights: 🇸🇬🔒 Singapore’s Unique Regulatory Landscape Singapore stands out with a single financial regulator, fostering a streamlined, growth-focused environment. 📈📲 Digital Adoption in Singapore Government initiatives have driven rapid adoption of digital finance in Singapore, paving the way for future growth. 🔮⚙️Fintech’s Future Challenges Varun highlights a "trinity challenge" for the next generation: longevity, inflation, and rising healthcare costs. 📖🙏Gratitude in Business Varun’s upcoming book with Tawishi Singh, Superhuman Supreme, shares real stories of gratitude from 20 founders to inspire a culture of giving back. 💸🌱Angel Investing Insights Varun discusses his journey as an angel investor in Indian startups and tips for those interested in entering the space. 👉 Don’t forget to hit subscribe for the latest on virtual assets, regulations, and industry insights! #fintech #startup #entrepreneurship #innovation
Brad Jones, CEO of PayMe, talks fintech innovation, startup growth, and the future of Hong Kong's digital economy on the Asia Edge podcast with Syed Musheer Ahmed Key Highlights: 🏙️ Hong Kong’s Growth: Brad’s perspective on the city’s evolution over 2 years 💼 Startup Journey: From the army to banking to becoming a fintech founder in Cambodia & Myanmar 💸 Wave's Money Growth: How Wave rapidly reached profitability in Myanmar with a robust agent network 🚀 Fintech Success: The role of women in fintech adoption in Myanmar 🌐 PayMe’s Future: PayMe's impact and growth in Hong Kong’s retail marketDon't Forget to subcribe! #payments #fintech #startup
Join Shilpa Arora, Co-founder & CEO of Insurance Samadhan, as she shares her journey in tackling misselling in India's insurance sector. Learn about the growth of insurtech, fake vs. real claims, and her experience on Shark Tank India. Key Highlights: 🚨 Misselling in Insurance: A staggering 50% of insurance policies in India are mis-sold, often due to high commissions and lack of transparency
🛡️ Claims & Automation: Insurance Samadhan is automating 33% of life insurance, 60% of health insurance, and 10% of general insurance claims, making the process faster and more reliable
🦈 Shark Tank Experience: Shilpa shares how pitching on Shark Tank was a great marketing opportunity, even when they didn’t secure funding, helping the brand gain massive exposure
💪 Women in Fintech: As a woman co-founder, Shilpa discusses the challenges of networking in the fintech space and the growing number of female entrepreneurs in India.
🌱 India’s Insurance Growth: The insurance industry is still in its early stages in India, but with innovations like these, Shilpa believes the country can achieve "Insurance for All" by 2034 👉 Subscribe for more startup insights & fintech breakthroughs! #insurtech #insurance
Join Lareina Wang, Head of Digital & Innovation, HK and GBA, Institutional Banking group at at DBS Bank Hong Kong and chairperson of the FinTech Association of Hong Kong, as she explores the dynamic world of Digital Banking and Innovation in Hong Kong with Syed Musheer Ahmed. Discover how banking in Hong Kong has transformed over the last decade and what the drivers are for development of vibrant communities in this evolving landscape.
Key Highlights:
🌟 Innovative Leadership: Lareina discusses her role at DBS Hong Kong and her vision for driving digital innovation in Institutional Banking.
🌐 Career Journeys: Lareina shares her journey and the transition from traditional banking to Digital Banking & Innovation
🏙️ HK vs. London:Gain insights into the differences and similarities between the two global finance & fintech hub.
🤝 Community Building: Discover the importance of collaboration in the fintech ecosystem and how Lareina is taking FTAHK forward into the next phase while working to drive inclusivity within the industry.
🔮 Future Trends: Learn about predictions for fintech's next phase, including emerging technologies and the pivotal role of data in shaping future banking solutions
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Join us as Syed Musheer Ahmed chats with Aishwarya Jaishankar, Co-founder and COO of Hyperface, at GFF 2024 about the future of B2B fintech in India! Discover insights into market challenges, innovative solutions, and exciting partnerships shaping the credit industry. 🚀 Key Highlights: 🔮 The Future of Finance: Aishwarya’s vision for the evolution of fintech in India and Hyperface’s innovative path to achieve this. 🛣️ Aishwarya Jaishankar's Journey: Insights from a leading fintech pioneer on her journey from Banking to cofounding one of India’s leading Fintechs 📉 Credit Market Opportunity: India's credit market, with a 10:1 debit-to-credit card ratio, shows huge growth potential for credit cards as affluence and financial literacy improve significantly 🛠️ Unified Customer Data Platform: Addressing the need for seamless experiences in the fragmented customer journey for credit. 🌍 Global Credit Card Market: Currently expensive and controlled by a few players, the aim is to make it more accessible and distributed, reducing costs for users and improving experience 🤝 Partnership News: Announcing collaboration with Loan Tap, aiming to expand Hyperface’s network to over 100 partners. 🔔 Subscribe for more insights on the latest in fintech and web 3.0!! #Fintech #FutureOfFinance #Hyperface #Innovation #creditcards #credit
Explore how startups in India are revolutionizing financial services with AI! Join us as Hari Subramanian, Co-founder CEO of Niti.AI, sits down with Syed Musheer Ahmed to discuss their innovative fintech infrastructure platform and the future of AI in finance. 🚀 Startup Journey: Niti.AI's growth story, from its launch a couple years ago to working with several BFSI customers. 📈 AI Integration in Finance: How Niti.AI is pushing the boundaries of AI integration in financial services. 🔍 Regulatory Challenges: The evolving landscape of AI regulations and how Niti.AI is navigating these challenges. 🌐 Global Impact: The global implications of AI advancements and how Niti.AI plans to position itself internationally. 🧠 AI Safety Best Practices: Insights into how Niti.AI addresses AI safety and best practices amidst changing regulations. 🔮 Future Outlook: Niti.AI’s strategic vision for the next 3-5 years and the future of AI in financial services. Subscribe for more insights and updates from the world of fintech! 🚀 #wealthtech #genai #tech #ai #financed #airegulation
Join us on the Finstep Asia Edge podcast with Syed Musheer Ahmed, as we dive into the future of stock market analysis in India with V.L.A Ambala, co-founder of Stock Market Today. Discover how technology is reshaping investments and the opportunities ahead! Key Highlights: 📈 India’s Economic Growth: Discussing the potential for expansion in India's growing economy, with a focus on structured investments and government initiatives. 💡 Monetization Strategies: Three ways to monetize skills: engaging with the market, building an audience, and using social media. 📊 Revenue Shifts: Insights on how 50% of revenue now comes from retail subscriptions and the evolving landscape of client interactions. 🎥 Content Creation Journey: The process of building impactful news content in the stock market space and engaging audiences effectively. 📚 Investment Wisdom: Key advice from V.L.A Ambala on trading only what you understand and the importance of educated investment decisions. 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe for more insights on the future of fintech and digital assets! Hit the bell icon to stay updated! #StockMarket #DigitalAssets #Entrepreneurship #InvestSmart #IndiaEconomy #InvestmentEducation
The Finstep Asia Edge podcast with Syed Musheer Ahmed is at GFF 2024 with Chiranth Patil, co-founder of Riskcovry, a leading insurtech startup. Dive into our chat about his journey into fintech, the growth of insurance in India, and the future of insurtech. 🌟 Key Highlights: 🛣️ Fintech Journey: Chiranth’s discusses his path to co-founding Riskcovry, an insurtech infrastructure company in India that provides digital infrastructure for insurance distribution. 🇮🇳 Insurtech in India: India's insurance market is growing rapidly but still has low penetration compared to global averages, presenting significant opportunities for insurtech companies. 🏗️ Riskcovry's Insurtech Infrastructure: Riskcovry connects insurers and distributors, processing $200 million in premiums last year and securing multiple funding rounds. 💸 Turning Profitable in Fintech: Revenue-positive fintechs are rare—Riskcovry's mindset and milestones are focused on growing and sustaining revenue with new funding. 💰 Revenue Success: Riskcovry's impressive milestones and future plans for scaling 🔔Stay tuned for more insights and don’t forget to hit that subscribe button! #Insurtech #Fintech #InsuranceInnovation #Insurance