Making Sense of Trump’s Crypto Executive Order
It took a mere four days back in office for President Trump to issue his Executive Order, “Strengthening American Leadership in Digital Financial Technology.” Somehow it managed to qualify as a bit of a letdown for some crypto enthusiasts who had become convinced their cause was a high enough priority to warrant a mention in the inaugural address.
The Old Fintech Can’t Come to the Phone Right Now…
Glen shares highlights from an even more rousing than usual Money 20/20, including Silicon Valley Bank’s Chief Product Officer Gagan Kanjlia on a bold branding decision, Cushion Founder Paul Kesserwani on BNPL’s awkward evolution, and Twentyfold’s William Mellis on a new fintech research platform. Also- Debit’s demolition derby and the Points Guy feels the heat.
A Digital-First Twin Takes Flight
Glen speaks with Doug Brown, President of Digital Banking for NCR Voyix, about the birth of a new public company, the importance of a 139-year legacy, and the continuation of a digital-first mission. Also- a debit interchange battle breaks out, and Glen gets academic.
Fintech- Hotter than the Headlines
Glen talks with Finovate’s Greg Palmer about the bumper crop of 60+ fintechs demoing at its September event despite widespread reports of a “funding freeze.” Patrick Sells, CEO/Co-Founder of True Digital (one of the presenting companies) joins to shed light on its collaborative vendor optimization platform. Also, reaction to the CUNA/NAFCU merger.
Find Out Why Digital Banking Will Never Be the Same
One of the biggest financial stories to emerge from the pandemic has been the forward jolt to digital adoption for services like banking an e-commerce. Of course, the overall trend toward digital channels has been underway for some time.
Breaking Weekly Digital Gridlock #34: Top 5 Reasons You Are Failing at Digital
Join John as he discusses the most common reasons why institutions fail at a full digital transformation.
Breaking Weekly Digital Gridlock #30: How To Enter New Markets Using Digital
Join John as he discusses the new strategies that financial institutions must use to grow into new markets.
Breaking Weekly Digital Gridlock Tip #10: Why Culture Matters During a Digital Transformation
If your employees aren’t using your digital products and thinking about your digital presence, you have lost before you started.
Breaking Weekly Digital Gridlock Tip #9: Phase 2 Syndrome
In this week’s FinTech Tip, John Best explains Phase 2 Syndrome, how to know if your organization has it, and what to do to fix it.
A Digital Day with John in 2025 PT. 1
The year is 2025 and the world is a very different place. We have automated homes, self-driving cars, drone delivery systems, and a cashless society. All of this tends to make life a little easier. Or does it?