Coffee Break Session #119 - What Are Surety Bonds?
Release Date: 10/03/2024
The State of Treasury Work and Recruitment
The Treasury Update Podcast
In this episode, from and of discuss hybrid work models, salary trends, and the evolving treasury job market. They explore the growing role of AI in treasury careers, the importance of data skills, and how recruitment strategies are adapting to a changing workforce. Listen in to learn more. Listen to Mike’s podcast, !
info_outline
Coffee Break Session #124: What Is Yield to Maturity (YTM)?
The Treasury Update Podcast
In this episode, unpacks yield to maturity (YTM) — what it is, how it’s calculated, and why it matters to investors. Listen in to understand the difference between YTM and current yield, how it influences investment decisions, and the risks associated with relying on YTM.
info_outline
CBDCs vs. Fiat Currency: The Future of Digital Payments with Royston Da Costa
The Treasury Update Podcast
In this episode, and explore the role of CBDCs in improving payment processes, offering real-time tracking, reducing delays, and complementing fiat currencies. They discuss how CBDCs provide a regulated alternative to cryptocurrencies. Listen in to learn more.
info_outline
Learning from Financial Fraud Series Episode 14: $230M USD Social Engineering Theft
The Treasury Update Podcast
Welcome to another episode of our Learning from Financial Fraud Series. In this fourteenth episode, is joined by to examine one of the largest cryptocurrency thefts in history. Craig walks us through the attackers' methods, how they exploited human vulnerabilities, the losses, and the critical lessons organizations can learn to protect against similar scams.
info_outline
Coffee Break Session #123: What Are Derivative Contracts and Swap Agreements?
The Treasury Update Podcast
In this episode, Paul Galloway explains derivative contracts and swap agreements — what they are, how they function, and their role in financial markets. Listen in to learn about common types of swaps, how they help manage financial risk, and the potential downsides of using these instruments.
info_outline
TMS and TRMS: Developments, Changes, and Directions
The Treasury Update Podcast
and discuss developments in treasury management systems (TMS) and treasury & risk management systems (TRMS), including the shift between specialization and generalization, the evolution of technology, and the impact of democratizing technology in this space. Listen in to learn more. The upcoming webinars mentioned in this podcast are: TMS on Wednesday, January 8 at 2pm Treasury Aggregators on Wednesday, February 5 at 2pm SCF, CCC and the Treasury Ecosystem on Wednesday, March 5 at 2pm Sign up at
info_outline
The Treasury Technology Tipping Point with Royston Da Costa
The Treasury Update Podcast
In this episode, and discuss the tipping point for treasury management systems (TMSs). They explore whether TMS providers will embrace new technologies, including AI, to offer enhanced services to their customers or stick with more legacy, inflexible technology structures. Listen in to learn more.
info_outline
Coffee Break Session #122: What Are Floating Rates?
The Treasury Update Podcast
In this episode, Craig Jeffery explains floating interest rates — what they are, the factors that influence them, and how they compare to fixed rates. Listen in to learn more.
info_outline
Making Payments Intelligent: The Paradigm Shift
The Treasury Update Podcast
In this episode, , Managing Partner of , and , President, B2B Payments at , discuss the evolution of payments modernization. They explore how banks are shifting from isolated automation to end-to-end solutions, prioritizing data insights, speed, and collaboration. Listen in to learn more.
info_outline
Generative AI’s Impact on Treasury: Workplace, Cashflow Forecasting, and Cybersecurity
The Treasury Update Podcast
In this episode, and explore the impact of generative AI in the workplace, with a focus on large language models (LLMs) and tools like ChatGPT. They discuss how AI is transforming cashflow forecasting, enhancing cybersecurity, and strengthening risk management. Listen in to learn more.
info_outlineIn today’s episode, we’ll hear from Jack Rosenberg of Rosenberg & Parker on surety bonds. What are they, and are they like insurance? Who are the involved parties, and what are the most common use cases? Tune in to find out.
Learn more about Rosenberg & Parker at https://suretybond.com/