StreetsTalksTo

StreetsTalksTo is a series of podcasts interviewing the CEOs and colleagues from some of the most influential, significant and disruptive firms, bodies and initiatives in the financial industry. In each half hour episode, host Julia Streets and guests will explore the driving trends facing the industry today as we navigate these extraordinary times. They will examine what’s at the very forefront of innovation and change, addressing the challenges and uncovering the opportunities both today and as we look ahead. Each episode will be hosted by Julia Streets, Founder & CEO of Streets Consulting, the business development, marketing and communications consultancy that has worked with hundreds of influential fintech firms across the financial services industry helping them to grow. An experienced podcast host and BBC radio guest, Julia’s DiverCity Podcast series, www.divercitypodcast.com, featuring hundreds of leading voices in the industry, has attracted some 30,000 listeners from around the world over the past seven series and continues to go from strength to strength. Julia is regularly called upon to host and speak at some of the world’s leading conferences about innovations in fintech and to offer insights about the driving trends at play.

StreetTalksTo: Droit 04/22/2025

StreetTalksTo: Droit In this episode of #StreetsTalksTo we speak with Brock Arnason, Founder and Chief Executive Officer and Somerset Pheasant Chief Strategy Officer for Droit. We delve into the intricate world of financial regulation and the technological solutions offered by Droit. The core theme revolves around the wave of regulatory changes that financial institutions face globally, stemming from the post-2008 financial crisis. These regulations, including Dodd-Frank and MiFID, necessitate rapid, accurate, and defensible decision-making, a challenge Droit addresses through its Adept platform. Droit's solution centers on providing a technology-driven approach to computational law, enabling institutions to automate regulatory compliance. The Adept platform processes millions of daily inquiries, ensuring transactions adhere to legal requirements with sub-millisecond latency. A key aspect of Droit's methodology is fostering consensus through initiatives like the Endoxa Consortium. This collaborative approach allows industry practitioners to define best practices and mutualise the cost of adapting to regulatory shifts. The discussion also highlights the complexities of international coverage. Droit operates globally, serving clients across diverse jurisdictions, each with unique regulatory nuances. While the fundamental principles of compliance remain consistent, the company adapts its solutions to address specific regional requirements. We touch upon the varying speeds of regulatory implementation across different regions, particularly contrasting the US with other global markets, which creates additional challenges for clients. Looking ahead, client priorities and Droit's focus for 2025 emphasise proactive planning and adherence to evolving standards. Clients are urged to adopt best practices, particularly in areas like position reporting, exchange-traded derivative reporting, and transaction reporting. Droit aims to support these efforts by providing tools for pre-trade decision-making and ensuring regulatory transparency. The overarching message is the importance of leveraging technology and industry collaboration to navigate the ever-changing landscape of financial regulation. /episode/index/show/streetstalksto/id/36259915

StreetsTalksTo TradeHeader 03/26/2025

Series Six, Episode Five: Scaling UK Regional FinTech 08/12/2024

StreetsTalksTo SuperTech West Midlands 05/27/2024

StreetsTalksTo SuperTech West Midlands In this episode of StreetsTalksTo we are joined by Hilary Smyth-Allen, Executive Director of SuperTech, the UK’s first and only tech supercluster, based in the West Midlands. The supercluster is leading the charge in accelerating technological adoption across professional services through ProfTech which includes FinTech, PropTech, LegalTech and InsurTech. In our conversation, Hilary shares invaluable insights into the intersection of innovation and professional services. We discuss: Roadmap for the Future: Hilary unveils SuperTech’s strategic Research and Innovation Roadmap, a 10 year plan based on deep analysis, developed through extensive consultation with industry stakeholders and academia. The Roadmap focuses on four key themes: Productivity, Open Data, Sustainability, and Inclusion & Wellness. Driven by a commitment to these areas, the blueprint is an actionable programme of targeted initiatives to drive prosperity and improve social outcomes. Championing Innovation: Hilary emphasises the importance of innovation in driving growth and competition in the business, professional and financial services sectors. SuperTech's mission is to position the West Midlands as a hub for next-generation services, leveraging technology to enhance customer experience and business operations. The ProfTech Revolution: We explore the concept of ProfTech and its significance. ProfTech encompasses a wide range of professional services enhanced by technology, from legal and property services to financial advisory. By embracing ProfTech, businesses can unlock new opportunities for growth and efficiency. Driving Impact: Looking ahead, SuperTech is committed to translating the Roadmap into tangible outcomes. Cross-sector engagement is at the heart of the Roadmap and the delivery of all activities. Through collaborative partnerships and joined-up initiatives that will fully enable and serve businesses, consumers and investors, the potential impact of the Roadmap is the creation of over 4,600 regional jobs and the addition of £1.5bn to the regional economy over the next decade. /episode/index/show/streetstalksto/id/31430842