Financial Health and Financial Fraud – in West Africa and Beyond
Release Date: 05/30/2025
Pathfinder: Sean Neville is Changing How Money Will Work
Barefoot Innovation Podcast
Join us as Sean Neville, co-founder of Circle & architect of the USDC stablecoin, discusses Catena Labs — building the first regulated, AI-native financial institution for a future where autonomous AI agents directly participate in the economy.
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Crypto's Crossroads: Regulation & Innovation with SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce
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U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner Hester Peirce discusses the evolving U.S. digital asset policy landscape, including new legislation, crypto's potential and risks, and environments that enable market innovation.
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The Evolution of Money: A Conversation with Tyler Williams, Counselor to the U.S. Secretary of the Treasury for Digital Assets
Barefoot Innovation Podcast
Tyler Williams, Treasury's Counselor for Digital Assets, discusses the Administration's crypto strategy, stablecoin legislation, and managing risks. He shares insights from 400+ stakeholder meetings and how digital assets impact the U.S. role globally and the dollar.
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Special Episode: Tackling Financial Crime
Barefoot Innovation Podcast
This special episode explores AIR's work tackling financial crime & regulatory modernization, & highlights 4 upcoming events: , , , & .
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Financial Health and Financial Fraud – in West Africa and Beyond
Barefoot Innovation Podcast
In this episode, Jo Ann explores how digital financial services are impacting consumer protection in West Africa and globally, including the rising incidence of fraud. Hear from Aishah Ahmad, CFA, Former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria and board member of the Financial Alliance for Women.
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Banks and Innovation: Acting Comptroller of the Currency Rodney Hood
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Rodney Hood, Acting Comptroller of the Currency, chats about bank innovation, digital assets, and tech's role in financial inclusion. He shares insights on modernizing regulation and how the OCC supports fintech partnerships.
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Inside the NCUA: New Chairman Kyle Hauptman on Fintech & Regulation
Barefoot Innovation Podcast
In this episode, NCUA Chair Kyle Hauptman discusses tech's role in credit unions. He highlights NCUA's open approach to digital assets, AI/blockchain use cases and DOGE’s project to streamline the federal government.
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AI for Managing Risk: Oscilar CEO Neha Narkhede
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Oscilar CEO Neha Narkhede discusses AI for risk management, focusing on fraud & financial crime detection. Learn how AI breaks data silos & improves security.
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Winds of Change: Brett King and Nick Hughes from Necker Island
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Jo Ann sits down with her friend Brett King and M-Pesa founder Nick Hughes on this special crossover episode of & , recorded live at Virgin Unite’s “Change: Fintech Leaders Gathering” on Necker Island.
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Live Episode - The Future of Earned Wage Access: Insights & Policy Considerations
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Explore the rise of Earned Wage Access (EWA). Experts discuss its benefits, risks, and the evolving regulatory landscape. Learn how EWA is reshaping financial services and consumer access to funds in this special live episode.
info_outlineIn this episode, Jo Ann explores how digital financial services are impacting consumer protection in West Africa and globally, including the rising incidence of fraud. Hear from Aishah Ahmad, CFA, Former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria and board member of the Financial Alliance for Women.