A 2-part article discussing why politics is the new economics in Europe, and how the Euro-Zone is going to break up.
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This is the second part. If you want to read the first part, please click here.
Back to Reality – Which Countries Will Remain in the Zone:
When assessing which countries will leave the Euro-Zone and which will remain, I took the following three aspects into account:
Aspect 1: How beneficial can a one-time steep depreciation be for the export-sector of this country? How beneficial can this be for the entire economy of the given country?
Aspect 2: How likely is it that it becomes politically supported (or bearable) that the given country decides to leave the zone? How much effort would the core (remaining) countries exert to make this country stay?
Aspect 3:How resistant can this country remain in the case that the ‘Euro-Domino Effect’ kicks in?
Based on the above analysis I have differentiated four groups of European countries by 2025. These four groups follow different strategies. This is the ‘multi-strategy Europe’.
Group 1: CORE EURO
Definition of Group: Countries reliably remaining in the Euro-Zone
Size of Group: 9 countries with Total Nominal GDP of USD 5,800 bln (GDP data source: IMF, 2014)
Members of Group: Andorra, Austria, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Luxembourg, Monaco, Netherlands, San Marino
Characterization of Group Behavior: These are politically and economically stable countries. They are satisfied with the euro.
Group 2: LEAVE EURO
Definition of Group: These countries used to use the euro but are likely to leave the Euro-Zone
Size of Group: 14 countries with Total Nominal GDP of USD 7,700 bln (GDP data source: IMF, 2014)
Members of Group: Belgium, Cyprus, Estonia, France, Greece, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Vatican City
Characterization of Group Behavior: These are economically and/or politically somewhat unstable countries. Some are dissatisfied with the euro.
Group 3: NON EURO
Definition of Group: Countries that never were and still will not be members of the Euro-Zone in 2025.
Size of Group: 24 countries with Total Nominal GDP of USD 8,200 bln (GDP data source: IMF, 2014)
Members of Group: Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Georgia, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Liechtenstein, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom
Characterization of Group Behavior: This is a heterogeneous group consisting of 5 sub-groups: CIS, CEE, Balkan, CHF area, GBP area. CIS countries are going to stay away from the Euro-Zone due to economic underdevelopment and the political dominance of Russia. CEE countries are going to stay away due to partially satisfactory economic development and partial political instability. Balkan countries are going to stay away due to significant political and economic instability. Switzerland and Liechtenstein are perfectly satisfied with CHF as their current currency. The UK has proven since 2008 how a first class independent monetary policy can shape the success of an economy.
Group 4: NEW EURO
Definition of Group: Countries that are currently outside the zone, but by 2025 are likely to be inside
Size of Group: 4 countries with Total Nominal GDP of USD 1,500 bln (GDP data source: IMF, 2014)
Members of Group: Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden
Characterization of Group Behavior: This is a bold bet. But these countries have already experienced unwanted appreciation of their currency. For them the ‘wait for Group 2 to leave and then join’ strategy seems to make sense. These are relatively small economies, well integrated with the Euro-Zone, they are both economically and politically stable and mature enough to join Group 1. Unlike the CHF and the GBP, their legal tenders are not typical reserve currencies so they don’t have a prestigious and strategic position to lose.
How Do Markets Price the Future of the Euro-Zone?
This is an extensive and exhaustive question that has multiple complex aspects. I’m absolutely open to any observation on this because I myself only see certain aspects of this issue.
For me – as a person who thinks that Europe will unfortunately be unable to overcome the political hurdles necessary to keep the Euro-Zone intact – the only way the pricing of EUR-denominated bonds makes sense is to assume that markets think that the euro will appreciate.
And when I ask myself how and why a currency that is currently undergoing significant QE can be priced to appreciate, I always end up at what I referred to earlier in this article as ‘The highly counter-intuitive strengthening of the euro’… so essentially what the market is pricing is a core Euro-Zone with the ECB remaining the guarantor of the EUR-denominated liabilities of ex-members.
Disclaimer: It is very hard to look 10 years ahead. My personal wish is that the Euro-Zone stays intact or even grows bigger in the next 10 years. But I don’t see the political/economic circumstances supporting this wish of mine. These circumstances can change and the above described scenario may not come to pass.
This is the second part. If you want to read the first part, please click here.
Back to Reality – Which Countries Will Remain in the Zone:
When assessing which countries will leave the Euro-Zone and which will remain, I took the following three aspects into account:
Aspect 1: How beneficial can a one-time steep depreciation be for the export-sector of this country? How beneficial can this be for the entire economy of the given country?
Aspect 2: How likely is it that it becomes politically supported (or bearable) that the given country decides to leave the zone? How much effort would the core (remaining) countries exert to make this country stay?
Aspect 3:How resistant can this country remain in the case that the ‘Euro-Domino Effect’ kicks in?
Based on the above analysis I have differentiated four groups of European countries by 2025. These four groups follow different strategies. This is the ‘multi-strategy Europe’.
Group 1: CORE EURO
Definition of Group: Countries reliably remaining in the Euro-Zone
Size of Group: 9 countries with Total Nominal GDP of USD 5,800 bln (GDP data source: IMF, 2014)
Members of Group: Andorra, Austria, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Luxembourg, Monaco, Netherlands, San Marino
Characterization of Group Behavior: These are politically and economically stable countries. They are satisfied with the euro.
Group 2: LEAVE EURO
Definition of Group: These countries used to use the euro but are likely to leave the Euro-Zone
Size of Group: 14 countries with Total Nominal GDP of USD 7,700 bln (GDP data source: IMF, 2014)
Members of Group: Belgium, Cyprus, Estonia, France, Greece, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Vatican City
Characterization of Group Behavior: These are economically and/or politically somewhat unstable countries. Some are dissatisfied with the euro.
Group 3: NON EURO
Definition of Group: Countries that never were and still will not be members of the Euro-Zone in 2025.
Size of Group: 24 countries with Total Nominal GDP of USD 8,200 bln (GDP data source: IMF, 2014)
Members of Group: Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Georgia, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Liechtenstein, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom
Characterization of Group Behavior: This is a heterogeneous group consisting of 5 sub-groups: CIS, CEE, Balkan, CHF area, GBP area. CIS countries are going to stay away from the Euro-Zone due to economic underdevelopment and the political dominance of Russia. CEE countries are going to stay away due to partially satisfactory economic development and partial political instability. Balkan countries are going to stay away due to significant political and economic instability. Switzerland and Liechtenstein are perfectly satisfied with CHF as their current currency. The UK has proven since 2008 how a first class independent monetary policy can shape the success of an economy.
Group 4: NEW EURO
Definition of Group: Countries that are currently outside the zone, but by 2025 are likely to be inside
Size of Group: 4 countries with Total Nominal GDP of USD 1,500 bln (GDP data source: IMF, 2014)
Members of Group: Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden
Characterization of Group Behavior: This is a bold bet. But these countries have already experienced unwanted appreciation of their currency. For them the ‘wait for Group 2 to leave and then join’ strategy seems to make sense. These are relatively small economies, well integrated with the Euro-Zone, they are both economically and politically stable and mature enough to join Group 1. Unlike the CHF and the GBP, their legal tenders are not typical reserve currencies so they don’t have a prestigious and strategic position to lose.
How Do Markets Price the Future of the Euro-Zone?
This is an extensive and exhaustive question that has multiple complex aspects. I’m absolutely open to any observation on this because I myself only see certain aspects of this issue.
For me – as a person who thinks that Europe will unfortunately be unable to overcome the political hurdles necessary to keep the Euro-Zone intact – the only way the pricing of EUR-denominated bonds makes sense is to assume that markets think that the euro will appreciate.
And when I ask myself how and why a currency that is currently undergoing significant QE can be priced to appreciate, I always end up at what I referred to earlier in this article as ‘The highly counter-intuitive strengthening of the euro’… so essentially what the market is pricing is a core Euro-Zone with the ECB remaining the guarantor of the EUR-denominated liabilities of ex-members.
Disclaimer: It is very hard to look 10 years ahead. My personal wish is that the Euro-Zone stays intact or even grows bigger in the next 10 years. But I don’t see the political/economic circumstances supporting this wish of mine. These circumstances can change and the above described scenario may not come to pass.
David Gyori is a FinTech writer, speaker, researcher, consultant and trainer.
He is the founder and CEO of Banking Reports, and the co-author of ‘The FinTech Book’ (to be published by Wiley & Sons in February 2016).
He is also a member of the Panel of Judges of the European FinTech Awards. David Gyori is a FinTech writer, speaker, researcher, consultant and trainer. He is the founder and CEO of Banking Reports, and the co-author of ‘The FinTech Book’ (to be published by Wiley & Sons in February 2016). He is also a member of the Panel of Judges of the European FinTech Awards.
In this conversation, we sit down with Drew Niv, CSO at ATFX Connect and one of the most influential figures in modern FX.
We speak about market structure, the institutional view on liquidity, and the sharp rise of prop trading, a sector Drew has been commenting on in recent months. Drew explains why he once dismissed prop trading, why his view changed, and what he now thinks the model means for brokers, clients and risk managers.
We explore subscription-fee dependency, the high reneging rate, and the long-term challenge: how brokers can build a more stable and honest version of the model. Drew also talks about the traffic advantage standalone prop firms have built and why brokers may still win in the long run if they take the right approach.
In this conversation, we sit down with Drew Niv, CSO at ATFX Connect and one of the most influential figures in modern FX.
We speak about market structure, the institutional view on liquidity, and the sharp rise of prop trading, a sector Drew has been commenting on in recent months. Drew explains why he once dismissed prop trading, why his view changed, and what he now thinks the model means for brokers, clients and risk managers.
We explore subscription-fee dependency, the high reneging rate, and the long-term challenge: how brokers can build a more stable and honest version of the model. Drew also talks about the traffic advantage standalone prop firms have built and why brokers may still win in the long run if they take the right approach.
In this conversation, we sit down with Drew Niv, CSO at ATFX Connect and one of the most influential figures in modern FX.
We speak about market structure, the institutional view on liquidity, and the sharp rise of prop trading, a sector Drew has been commenting on in recent months. Drew explains why he once dismissed prop trading, why his view changed, and what he now thinks the model means for brokers, clients and risk managers.
We explore subscription-fee dependency, the high reneging rate, and the long-term challenge: how brokers can build a more stable and honest version of the model. Drew also talks about the traffic advantage standalone prop firms have built and why brokers may still win in the long run if they take the right approach.
In this conversation, we sit down with Drew Niv, CSO at ATFX Connect and one of the most influential figures in modern FX.
We speak about market structure, the institutional view on liquidity, and the sharp rise of prop trading, a sector Drew has been commenting on in recent months. Drew explains why he once dismissed prop trading, why his view changed, and what he now thinks the model means for brokers, clients and risk managers.
We explore subscription-fee dependency, the high reneging rate, and the long-term challenge: how brokers can build a more stable and honest version of the model. Drew also talks about the traffic advantage standalone prop firms have built and why brokers may still win in the long run if they take the right approach.
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Executive Interview | Jas Shah | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Jas Shah | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Jas Shah | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Jas Shah | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Jas Shah | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Jas Shah | FMLS:25
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
