Welcome to FinTalk, the leading podcast in the financial services industry that addresses the most pressing topics in the finance and regulatory technology sectors. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by renowned industry expert Karishma Galaiya, Senior Manager at Thistle Initiatives. Together, they delve into the evolving regulatory landscape for investment firms, covering key areas such as the Senior Managers Certification Regime (SMCR), Consumer Duty, sustainability regulations, ...
Dec 10, 2024•26 min
Welcome to FinTalk, the leading podcast in the financial services industry that addresses the most pressing topics in the regulatory and compliance landscape. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by renowned industry expert Samir Jamal from WTS Hansuke. Together, they delve into the complexities of regulatory reporting and explore practical strategies for financial institutions to enhance their compliance efforts. This episode of FinTalk covers: - Navigating Section 166 Skilled Perso...
Nov 25, 2024•21 min
Welcome to FinTalk by Vermeg, the leading podcast in Financial Services that addresses the most pressing topics in the regulatory reporting industry. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by regulatory experts Steve Nagle (Regulatory SME) and Andrew Sylvester (Regulatory Product Analyst). Together, they unpack the significant changes in Basel 3.1 implementation, credit risk frameworks, and the new SDDT regime. This episode of FinTalk covers: The shift to 2027 implementation timeline a...
Nov 11, 2024•20 min
Welcome to FinTalk, the leading podcast in financial services that addresses the most pressing topics in the finance industry. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by renowned industry expert Joli Riley, a former software engineer turned COO and business coach. Together, they explore the evolving landscape of leadership in financial services, discussing regulatory changes, workplace dynamics, and strategies for navigating crises. This episode of FinTalk covers: Adapting to regulatory...
Oct 22, 2024•23 min
Welcome to FinTalk by Vermeg, the leading podcast in financial services that addresses the most pressing topics in the banking and regulatory reporting industry. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by renowned industry expert Navin Rauniar. Together, they explore the intricate world of ESG reporting, the challenges of greenwashing, and the role of financial institutions in driving corporate sustainability. This episode of FinTalk by Vermeg covers: The importance of aligning ESG repo...
Sep 18, 2024•27 min
Welcome to FinTalk by Vermeg, the leading podcast in the fintech industry that addresses the most pressing topics in the financial services industry. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by renowned industry expert Zahra Shah. Together, they delve into the intricacies of digital transformation in banking, focusing on legacy banking systems and the driving forces behind this transformation. This episode of FinTalk by Vermeg covers: Impact of Digital Transformation on Legacy Systems Re...
Jul 29, 2024•17 min
Welcome to FinTalk by Vermeg , the leading podcast in the financial services industry that addresses the most pressing topics in the regulatory reporting and RegTech space. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by renowned industry expert Gabriele Sabato , Co-Founder and CEO of Wiserfunding. Together, they explore the challenges and solutions in SME lending, regulatory impacts, government support, and the transformative role of technology. This episode of FinTalk by Vermeg covers: SME...
Jun 18, 2024•20 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Welcome to FinTalk by Vermeg , the leading podcast in the financial services industry that addresses the most pressing topics in the regulatory reporting and regtech sectors. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by renowned industry experts Andrew and Steve . Together, they delve into the intricacies of Basel 3.1 regulations and their significant impact on the financial services sector. This episode of FinTalk by Vermeg covers: Navigating Basel 3.1: Insights into the anticipated upda...
Jun 04, 2024•17 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Welcome to FinTalk by Vermeg, the leading podcast in financial services that addresses the most pressing topics in the financial services industry. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by renowned RegTech expert James Phillips. Together, they delve into how technological innovations and regulatory changes are reshaping the financial services landscape. This episode of FinTalk by Vermeg covers: The Role of Technological Innovations : How new technologies are essential for staying comp...
May 21, 2024•19 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Welcome to FinTalk, the leading podcast in regulatory compliance and financial services that addresses the most pressing topics in the industry. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by Jessica Cath from Thistle Initiatives. Together, they talk about the world of financial crime prevention, regulatory compliance, and the evolving regulatory landscape. This episode of FinTalk covers: Unpacking the implications of the FCA's Dear CEO letter for financial crime prevention Insights into th...
Apr 30, 2024•20 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Welcome to FinTalk by Vermeg, the leading podcast in financial services that addresses the most pressing topics in the regulatory reporting and Regtech industry. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by renowned industry expert Kasia . Together, they delve into the significance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace and how it can lead to improved financial performance and productivity. This episode of FinTalk by Vermeg covers: The measurable benefits of diversity within companie...
Mar 26, 2024•24 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Welcome to FinTalk by Vermeg, the go-to podcast for financial services that tackles the biggest issues in finance. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar welcomes Michael Lawrence from Bovill, a top expert in the field. They talk about the nitty-gritty of Consumer Duty and what it means after the July 2023 deadline. They'll also look at how the FCA's changing rules and how technology can help with following the rules. This episode of FinTalk by Vermeg covers: Where we are with putting Consumer D...
Mar 12, 2024•21 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Welcome to FinTalk by Vermeg, the leading podcast in financial technology that addresses the most pressing topics in the financial services industry. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by renowned industry expert Emma Parry from RegTech Associates. Together, they delve into the dynamic role of AI in financial regulation, offering invaluable insights on how technology is being harnessed by central banks and the implications this has for market integrity and surveillance. This episod...
Feb 19, 2024•19 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Welcome to FinTalk, the leading podcast in financial services that addresses the most pressing topics in the banking and regulatory reporting industry. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by renowned industry expert Enrico. Together, they delve into the nuances of the PRA's release of the near-final Basel rules and the implications for financial institutions. This episode of FinTalk covers: The PRA's approach to Basel implementation and the potential for last-minute changes. The dis...
Feb 05, 2024•24 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Welcome to FinTalk by Vermeg, the leading podcast in financial services that addresses the most pressing topics in the financial services industry. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by renowned industry expert Anna Nicolis. Together, they discuss the importance of AI ethics within financial services, the challenges of regulatory compliance, and the management of AI risks. This episode of FinTalk by Vermeg covers: The intersection of AI ethics with regulatory reporting and complian...
Jan 22, 2024•22 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Welcome to FinTalk, the leading podcast in Financial Services that addresses the most pressing topics in the banking and regulatory reporting industry. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by renowned industry experts Rheta Du Preez and Rogan Pietersen from Monocle Solutions. Together, they delve into the intricacies of Model Risk Management and its impact on the banking sector. This episode of FinTalk covers: Understanding Model Risk Management as part of Supervisory Statement 123 T...
Dec 12, 2023•26 min
Welcome to FinTalk by Vermeg, the leading podcast in the financial industry that addresses the most pressing topics in the world of regulatory reporting and risk regulation. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by the renowned industry expert Brain Momoh, Senior Manager at Avantage Reply. Together, they delve into the crucial topic of business transformation, discussing the role of technology, the importance of governance, and navigating the challenges of legacy systems. This episode...
Nov 21, 2023•20 min
Welcome to FinTalk by Vermeg, the leading podcast in FinTech and RegTech that addresses the most pressing topics in the financial and regulatory technology industry. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by renowned industry expert Deborah Young, CEO of the RegTech Association. Together, they delve into the importance of trust and collaboration in the RegTech industry and predict its future. This episode of FinTalk by Vermeg covers: The significance of trust in RegTech The role of col...
Nov 07, 2023•14 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Welcome to FinTalk by Vermeg, the leading podcast in Regulatory Reporting and RegTech that addresses the most pressing topics in the financial services industry. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by renowned industry expert Martin Worner, Chair of Stelerator. Together, they delve into an insightful discussion about the current state of blockchain and cryptocurrencies, the importance of legislation, and the potential of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs). This episode of FinTa...
Oct 24, 2023•27 min
Welcome to FinTalk by VERMEG, the leading podcast in Financial Services that addresses the most pressing topics in the FinTech and RegTech industry. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by the renowned industry expert Navin Rauniar, a partner at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS). Together, they navigate through the complexities of ESG reporting, highlighting the importance of data, the challenges of regulations, and the future of ESG reporting.
Oct 10, 2023•28 min
Welcome to FinTalk by Vermeg, the leading podcast in Financial Services that addresses the most pressing topics in the Regulatory Reporting industry. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by renowned industry expert Enrico Messori, Director of Deloitte UK. Together, they delve deep into Basel 3.1, its implications for market risk, and the challenges of data and technology in the financial services sector. This episode of FinTalk by Vermeg covers: • The significance and changes in Base...
Sep 26, 2023•18 min
Welcome to FinTalk, the leading podcast in Financial Services that addresses the most pressing topics in the FinTech and RegTech. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar talks with Oivind Andresen, a leading expert in financial regulations, to explore Basel 3.1 and its profound implications for the financial services industry. They discuss mortgage markets, risk weights, the Prudential Regulation Authority's (PRA) role, capital requirements, compliance, and data governance. This episode of FinTal...
Aug 23, 2023•22 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Welcome to FinTalk, the leading podcast in Financial Services that addresses the most pressing topics in the FinTech and RegTech. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar talks with Paul Whitmore, Global Head - Counterparty Risk Solutions at Fitch to illuminate the Basel III final reforms and their global banking implications. They discuss the SCRA and ECRA approaches, the surge in interest in Basel III reforms amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, the role of different ratings, grades, and agencies in sh...
Jul 18, 2023•22 min•Ep. 7
Welcome to FinTalk, the leading podcast in Financial Services that addresses the most pressing topics in the FinTech and RegTech. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar talks with Mark Davies, Partner at Element22, to shed light on ESG data and the European Union regulations shaping the banking industry. They discuss the importance of sustainability reporting, EU Taxonomy, data collection strategies, climate risks, and how financial institutions can adapt to regulatory changes while ensuring qua...
Jun 21, 2023•18 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Welcome to FinTalk, the leading podcast in Financial Services that addresses the most pressing topics in the finance industry. In this episode, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by renowned industry expert Matthew Tyrrell, Senior Manager at EY. Together, they unravel the complex world of Consumer Duty, its importance, the role of data in understanding consumer needs, and how firms can adapt to meet new regulatory requirements and expectations. This episode of FinTalk covers: - The concept and sign...
Jun 07, 2023•14 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Welcome back to FinTalk by Vermeg, where we explore the most pressing topics in FinTech and RegTech. In the fourth episode of season 2, our host Jawad Akhtar invites Andrew Turvey, Director of Prudential Risk at Belmont Green, to delve into the Transforming Data Collection (TDC) programme. During the episode, Andrew provides insights into the TDC programme’s objectives, the importance of industry participation, and the role of data standards in regulatory reporting. He encourages firms to active...
May 24, 2023•26 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Welcome to FinTalk by Vermeg, the leading podcast in FinTech and RegTech that addresses the most pressing topics in the financial industry. In the third episode of season 2, our host Jawad Akhtar welcomes back James Phillips, Founder and Consultant, RegTech Innovate and former Global Head of Regulatory Strategy at Vermeg to discuss the opportunities and risks in regulatory compliance and resilience. During the episode, James Phillips shares his insights on the critical elements of operational re...
May 09, 2023•28 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Welcome to FinTalk by Vermeg, the leading podcast in FinTech and RegTech that addresses the most pressing topics in the financial industry. In the second episode of season 2, our host Jawad Akhtar is joined by renowned industry experts Jean Price, Harry Eddis, and Hanbury Hampden Turner from Linklaters. Together, they navigate the complex regulatory landscape, discussing the implications of the Edinburgh Reforms, FCA's consumer duty, changes in MiFID, and the growing impact of cryptocurrency on ...
Apr 19, 2023•24 min•Season 2Ep. 2
With a new year comes a renewed focus on ESG from all who commit to it, but have the financial industry’s efforts been overly focused on the environment, leaving social and governance by the wayside. Behind every ESG effort must be good data to convey environmental commitments and the risk surrounding them, a point not lost on Tata Consultancy Services Partner, Navin Rauniar. Navin joins Jawad Akhtar on FinTalk to discuss social value metrics, SS3/19 impacts, and the importance of good data stan...
Jan 24, 2023•20 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Blockchain is a word on everyone’s lips right now, whether you’re learning more about the tech and its uses, already proficient, or observing situations like the fallout from FTX’s recent collapse. Joining us on FinTalk to help distil the latest in the blockchain space is Confio GmbH’s Co-Founder, Martin Worner, who shares the current potential for automation, potential impacts of Central Bank Digital Currencies, and his hopes for the industry’s future. This episode of The VERMEG podcast covers:...
Dec 13, 2022•21 min•Ep. 13
