Best Embedded Insurance Podcasts (2025)

1
EP945: Meeting compliance and consumer trust goals with biometric ID frameworks 10:29

Play Pause

6d ago10:29

10:29

Veena Nair, Head of Content, Humanity Protocol Humanity Protocol aims to verify people, not passwords through palm biometrics converted into zero-knowledge proofs so platforms can block bots and fraud while keeping biometric data private and off-chain. It works on a smartphone and is already rolling out to users and enterprise pilots in finance. Th…

1
EP944: An all-in-one payments platform for emerging markets 14:06

6d ago14:06

14:06

Pedro Arnt, Chief Executive Officer, dLocal dLocal simplifies cross-border transactions in emerging markets, connecting global enterprise merchants with billions of emerging market consumers across APAC, the Middle East, Latin America, and Africa. Through the "One dLocal" concept (one direct API, one platform, and one contract), global companies ca…

1
EP942: The business cases for large language models in trade finance 12:11

7d ago12:11

12:11

Chandrasekhar Somasekhar, Chief Technology Officer, cleareye.ai The business of trade finance is traditionally exhaustively documented but mix in a large language model (LLM) and that business can suddenly become much less of a challenge for those who must review the documentation. Chandrasekhar Somasekhar is CTO of cleareye.ai and also leads the f…

1
EP943: Enabling near-instant settlement of cross-border transactions 8:47

7d ago8:47

8:47

Prabhakar Reddy, Founder & CEO, OpenFX OpenFX is building a real-time, open and transparent FX network, aiming to solve the last-mile problem in international money movement by using stablecoins as an intermediary – bringing FX transactions kicking and screaming into the 21st century! Robin Amlôt of IBS Intelligence discusses the future of FX, and …

1
Societal Collapse in a Warming World: A Risk Manager's Lens 40:32

13d ago40:32

40:32

Hear from Dr. Luke Kemp of the Center for the Study of Existential Risk at the University of Cambridge, as we dive into the risk factors for societal collapse in both the past and future. When risk professionals talk about systemic risk, we usually mean markets, institutions, and interconnected exposures. But zoom out far enough, and there's a bigg…

1
EP941: How New-Age Lending Aims to Outrun the NPA Trap 13:57

14d ago13:57

13:57

Mahesh Shukla, Founder & CEO, PayMe India’s digital lending space is shifting toward trust, compliance, and responsible growth. Puja Sharma speaks with Mahesh Shukla, Founder and CEO of PayMe, on building a sustainable, AI-enabled lending model for Bharat. The conversation unpacks instant credit access, data-driven underwriting beyond CIBIL, and wh…

1
EP940: Securing Bharat’s Financial Future: Digital Inclusion in Life Insurance 18:04

16d ago18:04

18:04

Casparus Kromhout, Managing Director & CEO, Shriram Life Insurance Life insurance in India is undergoing a pivotal shift from traditional, agent-driven models to digitally enabled, inclusion-led experiences. Rural and emerging India, once underserved, has now become the next frontier for financial protection and long-term security. In this episode,…

1
EP939: How to stay competitive in today’s changing payments landscape 14:46

22d ago14:46

14:46

Buddhadeb Das Gupta, EVP & Global Head of Payments & Digital Solutions, Yethi Consulting Increasing architectural complexity and ever-changing regulatory demands have left the global payments ecosystem at a critical inflection point. Transformation and compliance are now a matter of business survival. Robin Amlôt of IBS Intelligence talks to Buddha…

1
Closing One Chapter, Opening Another 1:52

23d ago1:52

1:52

After half a decade behind the mic, it’s time for us to sunset Over the Air. Creating this show has been one of the great privileges of our team’s journey, and we’re grateful to every guest and listener who helped make it meaningful. The good news? We’re not going far. Our next chapter is The Dispatch — a fresh podcast with a new mission and a broa…

1
EP938: Looking to the real time future of payments 7:58

23d ago7:58

7:58

Mike Walters, Chief Executive Officer, Form3 Form3 offers a cloud-native, real-time account-to-account payment platform. Robin Amlôt of IBS Intelligence discusses the recent introduction of verification of payee with Mike Walters, CEO of Form3. What do the new requirements mean for payment services providers (PSPs) and banks, and what does the futu…

1
EP937: How lending to SMBs is being disrupted in the US by embedded finance 13:20

23d ago13:20

13:20

Kunal Bhasin, Founder & Chief Executive Officer, 1West Small businesses in the US now have more choice in financing but closing the lending gap comes at a price. Small loans don’t make economic sense to the banks, At the same time bank loans are still taking too long to arrange. Addressing both those issues allows alternative lenders to carve out a…

1
EP936: India’s AI Breakout: 87% of Enterprises Are In, But Who’s Winning the Intelligence Race? 14:17

26d ago14:17

14:17

Mathangi Sri Ramachandran, Co-Founder & CEO, YuVerse (A Yubi Company) India’s AI landscape is entering a golden phase, with enterprises rapidly moving from basic workflow automation to intelligence-driven decisioning across core operations. Against this backdrop, Puja Sharma speaks with Mathangi Sri Ramachandran, Co-Founder & CEO of YuVerse, about …

1
Leading Digital Transformation in Industrial America ft. Nick Petersen 34:11

30d ago34:11

34:11

For the final episode of Over the Air, Nick Petersen, Division Director at FortifyIt, joins to share how he transformed a traditional loading dock equipment company into an intelligent IoT platform—in just 21 months. Learn about choosing edge computing for 10-year battery life, managing hardware development in rugged environments, and navigating ma…

1
From Triumph Toledo to RAF Tornado 1:02:08

1M ago1:02:08

1:02:08

In this special episode, the team are joined by Chris Stradling aka Stradders. Stradders has flown as a Navigator with the RAF for 41 years, primarily on Panavia Tornado fast jets, but more recently on the Avro Lancaster of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. Having recently retired, we thought that now would be a good time to enjoy just some of…

1
Embedding Nature Risk: Insights from a Senior Banking Professional 38:38

1M ago38:38

38:38

Hear from Judson Berkey, Managing Director in the Chief Sustainability Office at UBS, as we learn first-hand how banks are approaching nature risk. Within finance, nature is usually treated as background: important, but invisible. However, that is beginning to change. New frameworks, regulations, and expectations are emerging worldwide, and many fi…

1
London Motor Week - Auction and St James's Motoring Spectacle 44:55

2M ago44:55

44:55

It's Graham's turn to get out and about, this week having a glance around the incredible cars on offer at RM Sotheby's London Auction, before moving on to Pall Mall for the St James's Motoring Spectacle, the warm up event before the annual London to Brighton Veteran Car Run. Cars on view include: The oldest in the auction, a 1900 (the year not the …

1
EP935: The future of open_banking in the US hangs in the balance 9:31

2M ago9:31

9:31

Matt Whetton, CTO, Acquired.com What lessons can the US learn from open banking in the UK and Europe? Three areas spring to mind – data privacy, user empowerment and government-industry coordination. The question is how likely is progress in these areas? In the last case, probably none at all (!) with open banking in the US being market driven. Mat…

1
EP933: ISO20022 – the financial messaging format is coming, whether you are ready or not! 12:15

2M ago12:15

12:15

Annemarie Bona & Melissa Stevenson, Product Managers, ION Group If your bank is not ready for the transition to support the new messaging format, the risk is that transactions may get derailed with payments being refused. With the deadline just weeks away, what steps should treasurers put in place, including how to lead on communication with banks …

1
EP934: Wanted, one real-time cohesive view of UHNWI wealth… 14:55

2M ago14:55

14:55

Robert Mallernee, Chief Executive Officer, Eton Solutions Eton Solutions offers a platform that helps family offices across 15+ countries manage $1 trillion in ultra-high-net-worth family wealth, pulling together investment, accounting, tax, and additional data from countless sources. UHNW families can see their net worth in real time from a mobile…

1
Electrifying the Classics 40:04

2M ago40:04

40:04

What cars would you like to swap to electric power? Dave has been to the Everything Electric live show and has spoken to experts Silent Classics https://silentclassics.co.uk Meanwhile, Graham has been thinking about which of his vehicles best meets the advantages of running on electricity..... For more: https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2025/10/podcast-ele…

1
EP932: Crossing the tech divide, the future of wealth management 10:14

2M ago10:14

10:14

Peter O’Brien, Head of Global Growth+Partnerships, Addepar Some 87% of UK wealth managers believe that AI is crucial to the future of the wealth management industry yet over half believe their current technology systems still need to be upgraded. Alternative investments, from art and wine to vintage cars, are booming, but UK firms are struggling to…

1
Positive Tipping Points: How to Fix the Climate Crisis 36:14

2M ago36:14

36:14

Hear from Prof. Tim Lenton OBE, as we explore the potential of positive tipping points in accelerating the transition to a net-zero economy. What happens when the conversation about climate change shifts from avoiding disaster to unlocking positive change? Suddenly, it's not just about risk - it's about momentum. Because while some systems may be c…

1
Innovation with Impact: Inside Britam Connect Inclusive Insurance Revolution 48:42

2M ago48:42

48:42

In this exclusive Financial Inclusion Week 2025 feature episode of the IBS Podcast, we sit down with Liza Maru-Chelimo, an actuary and Head of Innovation at Britam Connect, to explore how one of East Africa’s leading insurers is rewriting the rules of inclusion. From her journey as a young actuary with a love for problem-solving to leading Britam’s…

1
EP930: How to improve your KYC bulwark against fraudsters 12:16

2M ago12:16

12:16

Andrew Bud, Founder & CEO, iProov iProov's threat intelligence research shows an unprecedented escalation in attacks designed to bypass KYC checks across not only neobanks but also banking in generaal, crypto exchanges, e-wallets, and digital payment platforms. Andrew Bud, Founder & CEO of iProov discusses what can be done to block such attacks wit…

1
EP931: How platforms are moving beyond core services to become financial partners 13:07

2M ago13:07

13:07

Max Schertel, Co-Founder & CEO, finmid What’s next for embedded financing? Business platforms are already emerging as critical providers of capital for their SME clientele – customers who have been traditionally underserved when it comes to funding options. Now, the fastest growing platforms may well be making more money from embedded financial ser…

1
EP929: Next generation banking - meeting the challenge of a ‘real time’ age 12:21

2M ago12:21

12:21

Mishal Ruparel, Chief Commercial Officer, Banking Circle Ultra high-speed access to global, multi-currency instant payments appears to be the new backbone of payments infrastructure. The aim is to overhaul legacy payments using interoperable APIs. Robin Amlôt of IBS Intelligence speaks to Mishal Ruparel of Banking Circle about next generation banki…

1
EP928: Cybersecurity - why supply chains are prime targets 9:35

2M ago9:35

9:35

Justin Kuruvilla, Chief Cyber Security Strategist, Risk Ledger Justin Kuruvilla is a former UK National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) advisor and ex-US Department of Defense technical director. He speaks to Robin Amlôt of IBS Intelligence about how cyber operations are evolving in times of geopolitical instability, and the growing risks to both nati…

1
EP927: Accessible Credit Through Technology and Trust 10:04

2M ago10:04

10:04

Puja Singh, Chief Executive Officer, Manipal Fintech In this episode, Vriti Gothi sits down with Puja Abhishek Singh, CEO of Manipal Fintech, to discuss how the company is bridging India’s credit divide. They explore the role of gold loans in providing quick, reliable access to funds, how AI and technology are transforming onboarding, underwriting,…

1
Where did all the Hot Hatches Go? 45:41

3M ago45:41

45:41

As McLaren clinch another F1 World Constructors' Championship, we look forward to the rest of the season, and where Christian Horner might pop up next. We also welcome Jason Plato back to the BTCC world, and discuss how affordable "hot hatches" may or may not have disappeared from the UK car market. For more: https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2025/10/podca…

1
EP926: Is AI the Key to Expanding Financial Access in Rural India? 14:01

3M ago14:01

14:01

Sameer Mathur, MD and Founder of Roinet Solutions India’s financial inclusion landscape is rapidly expanding beyond cities, with technology-driven models bridging access gaps in rural and semi-urban areas. Puja Sharma speaks with Sameer Mathur about how the company is empowering women entrepreneurs, using AI to drive inclusion, and shaping the next…

1
Exploring Open Banking & Insurance | IBS Insurance Innovation Roundtable Panel 31:42

3M ago31:42

31:42

This bonus episode of the InsurTech Business Series Podcast takes you inside a special session from the IBS Insurance Innovation Roundtable. As Nigeria rolls out Open Banking (August 2025) and NAICOM introduces its InsurTech guideline (August 2025), the conversation around regulation, data, and customer-centric innovation has never been more import…

1
From Basel to Biodiversity: An Ex-Central Banker's Take on Nature Risk 35:26

3M ago35:26

35:26

Hear from Hirotaka Hideshima, former central banker and member of the TNFD, as we explore the parallels between financial risk, nature risk and regulation. What happens when a central banker steps into the world of nature risk? Well, they can see parallels between financial risk and nature risk that aren't obvious to others. For example, just as th…

1
EP925: The challenge and opportunity in global payment-related services 12:11

3M ago12:11

12:11

Simon Ellis, Head of Operations EMEA, Airwallex Global business payments platform Airwallex reported triple digit growth in its UK division, driven by an uplift in the volume and value of deals. Revenue in H1 2025 grew by 109% versus the same period last year. Against that background, Robin Amlôt of IBS Intelligence speaks to Simon Ellis of Airwall…

1
EP924: How digital identity is shaping the new payments ecosystem 15:00

3M ago15:00

15:00

Lionel Grosclaude, CEO, Fime Fime provides consulting services and testing services in the areas of payments, smart mobility, and digital identity. According to Fime CEO Lionel Grosclaude, digital identity will help in creating the economic resilience that is needed for the future. He tells Robin Amlôt of IBS Intelligence how digital identity shoul…

1
New World's Fastest Production Car, Wood and Picket is back & iX5 Hydrogen 35:20

3M ago35:20

35:20

Dave and Graham take a look at some of the stories that have caught our eye over the last few weeks: Lewis Hamilton says he's sold his car collection There's a new World's Fastest Production Car Wood and Picket Minis return with Ian Callum Christian Horner's next step Jaguar Land Rover's hacking issue The death of MX5 designer Tom Matano BMW will h…

1
Redefining Insurtech in Africa: East African Context | 2022 IBS Conference 27:16

3M ago27:16

27:16

This was a Keynote Speech by Bente Krogmann CEO of mTek Services, an InsurTech in Kenya driving insurance technology Platform as a Service. This speech was given as part of the 2022 InsurTech Business Series Conference #IBSConference held on the 10th of December, 2025. Hello Damola & Folumy here! Send us a quick text, comment or feedback. We would …

1
EP923: Cloud cost management is a financial problem not a technical one 9:22

3M ago9:22

9:22

Ed Barrow, Chief Executive Officer, Cloud Capital The cost of being on the cloud is rising. It has been suggested that cloud costs are already, on average, the second-largest line item after headcount for FinTechs. Add in the bump up in costs caused by AI adoption and it’s easy to see that while CTOs may be happy with their ‘new toys’, CFOs could b…

1
EP922: Fixing US business payments starts with small business receivables 9:19

3M ago9:19

9:19

Dan Holt, CEO, BillGO Despite innovation in real-time rails, US small businesses are still stuck waiting days, or weeks for payments to clear. That delay is more than an inconvenience. It’s a cash flow threat that puts jobs and businesses at risk. BillGO CEO Dan Holt explains why simplifying receivables is the next frontier in US B2B payments, how …

1
EP921: How to reduce data loss and orchestrate a tech recovery 11:48

3M ago11:48

11:48

Simon Jelley, VP&GM Data Protection, Arctera Banking and financial services are prime targets for cyberattacks – it is going to happen! So, the question you have to answer is what are you going to do to mitigate the risks and ensure a speedy recovery? How should financial organisations best manage data to close any compliance gaps? Simon Jelley of …

1
EP920: What banks and financial institutions should be doing to reach Gen Z 11:31

3M ago11:31

11:31

Nicky Senyard, CEO, Fintel Connect Gen Z trusts creators and niche financial influencers (finfluencers) more than brand ads. Today financial advice is just as likely to come from TikTok or Instagram as it is from a bank. That’s not necessarily a bad thing – banks and FinTechs may use affiliate partnerships to reach the Gen Z audience efficiently an…

1
EP919: Trade surveillance in an era of ‘always on’ financial markets 10:41

3M ago10:41

10:41

Melissa Watras, Director of Product, Trillium Surveyor Trillium Surveyor, a provider of trade surveillance software, signed a deal in May with Blue Ocean Technologies to provide 24/5 trade surveillance to cover overnight trading sessions. Melissa Watras of Trillium Surveyor speaks to Robin Amlôt of IBS Intelligence about the tech and regulatory cha…

1
EP918: The mass affluent future of digital wealth management 10:38

3M ago10:38

10:38

Ziad Mabsout, Co-Founder & CEO, Vennre WealthTech has evolved from offering simple portfolio dashboards to full-service, AI-powered advisory platforms that are democratising private market access as a mainstream investment category. This increasing inclusivity is benefitting the world’s HENRYs (high income not rich yet). A mass_affluent audience is…

1
EP917: AI-driven Compliance as a Service (CaaS) transforms compliance from burden to benefit 13:10

3M ago13:10

13:10

Rainer Vorwerk, Business Development Manager DACH & Head of Profinit Germany; Philipp Söchtig, Head of Corporate Development & Operations, Deputy Head of IT, Berenberg; Marcel Pochert, Head of Digital Transformation, Berenberg Berenberg is one of Europe’s oldest privately owned banks. The bank chose Profinit to automate contract reviews, reduce cos…

1
EP916: Designing the Future of Cross-Border Payments: How Compliance Can Drive Innovation 20:11

3M ago20:11

20:11

Nitin Pulyani, Head of Products, Cashfree Payments Cross-border payments have long been plagued by high fees, unpredictable exchange rates, and slow settlement times. But with FinTech innovation, real-time rails, and compliance-led product design, the landscape is changing rapidly. In this episode, Vriti Gothi sits down with Nitin Pulyani, Head of …

1
EP915: Banking on a ‘living’ anti-fraud system 14:12

3M ago14:12

14:12

Rivi Varghese, CEO, Clari5 – a Perfios Company The menace of fraud in the financial ecosystem is no longer a static problem that can be tackled with static solutions. Periodic updates are artifacts of the past. What is needed now is a living defence that is capable of evolving as fast, if not faster, than the cyberthreat it faces. Rivi Varghese, CE…

1
Navigating Systemic Risk in the Age of Polycrisis 33:21

3M ago33:21

33:21

Hear from Dr. Ajay Gambhir, Director of Systemic Risk Assessment at ASRA, as we reconsider systemic risk in an increasingly interconnected world. When we think about climate risk, it's easy to focus on individual threats - rising sea levels, extreme weather events, or biodiversity loss. But in reality, these risks are part of a larger, interconnect…

1
EP914: Human in the loop – rethinking trade ops workforce 9:23

4M ago9:23

9:23

Andrew Dalton, VP Sales Europe, Cleareye.ai Banks’ trade operations are evolving and are under greater pressure than ever before. Documentation is more complex and regulatory scrutiny more intense. Andrew Dalton, VP Sales Europe for Cleareye.ai joins Robin Amlôt of IBS Intelligence to discuss the role being played by AI and automation in helping fi…

1
EP913: India’s Credit Cards Enter a Digital-First Future 12:35

4M ago12:35

12:35

Varun Dudeja, Head of Business Development APAC, Pismo India’s credit ecosystem is undergoing a digital-first transformation, with issuers navigating modernisation, compliance, and scalability as embedded finance and platforms like Pismo redefine the future of credit. Puja Sharma speaks with Varun Dudeja, Head of Business Development APAC, Pismo, o…