Best Arjun Singh Podcasts (2025)

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Japan’s VC Market: Navigating a New Era of Investment 31:57

10h ago31:57

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Rewiring fintech infrastructure — operator-led, globally scaled Couchonomics with Arjun is once again beaming in from Japan. This time, we're joined by Logan Allin, Founder & Managing Partner at Fin Capital. Logan’s journey from SoFi Ventures to building Fin Capital is rooted in one big idea — fintech doesn’t need more flashy consumer apps, it need…

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Inside SMBC’s Asia Innovation Center: The Future of Corporate Banking 33:52

3d ago33:52

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Rethinking Core Banking — From the Inside Out In this special GFTN Japan edition of Couchonomics with Arjun, we welcome Mayoran Rajendra, Managing Director and Head of the Asia Innovation Center at SMBC — one of Japan’s largest financial institutions. We discuss how his team is re-engineering the core of corporate banking using generative AI, autom…

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The Future of Financial Regulation: RegTech, AI & Innovation 35:57

5d ago35:57

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What happens when alternative finance moves faster than regulation? On this episode of Couchonomics with Arjun, Professor Bob Wardrop — Co-Founder of the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance and RegGenome — breaks down why global regulatory frameworks are struggling to keep up. We explore: Why many regulators are still stuck in a pre-2008 minds…

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Regulators, Reform & Bitcoin: Japan’s Crypto Future 25:43

7d ago25:43

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Japan is regulated, conservative — and still ahead of the curve in digital assets. In this episode of Couchonomics with Arjun, recorded in Tokyo with the support of GFTN Forum Japan, we sit down with Genki Oda, Managing Executive Director at SBI Holdings and Chairman of the Japan Virtual and Crypto Assets Exchange Association (JVCEA). Genki has pla…

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Why Japan’s Startup Ecosystem Isn’t Scaling — Yet 31:38

11d ago31:38

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Why hasn’t Japan produced more global startup giants? In this special Japan series of Couchonomics with Arjun, recorded in Tokyo and in collaboration with GFTN Forum Japan, Arjun sits down with Jordan Fisher, Venture Partner at Antler and Co-founder of Zehitomo. From the hidden inefficiencies in Japan’s service economy to the deeper structural and …

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Special Episode: Japan FinTech Week and GFTN Forum 38:42

2M ago38:42

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Japan has long been a leader in financial technology, from pioneering 24/7 ATMs to developing QR codes and digital payment systems. But in recent years, the country has struggled to keep up with the global fintech revolution. That might be about to change. In this episode, Pieter Franken, Managing Director of GFTN Japan, joins us to explore Japan’s…

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Ep 110. Fintech Frontier: AI & Blockchain Leading the Future with Marwan Alzarouni 52:17

3M ago52:17

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That’s a wrap on Season 3 of #Couchonomics! And we’re ending on a high note. In this season finale, we welcome Dr. Marwan Alzarouni, CEO of AI at the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, to the couch for an insightful discussion on how AI is reshaping industries, the evolution of blockchain, and Dubai’s vision for a tech-driven economy. We also…

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Special Series at SFF 2024: Episode 7 25:55

3M ago25:55

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Can Capital Save the Planet? 🌍💰 In this special Couchonomics x The Founders Peak episode from Singapore Fintech Festival 2024, we sit down with Oi Yee Choo, CEO of Climate Impact X (CIX), to discuss the future of sustainability finance and carbon markets. 🌱 Topics we covered: ✅ The biggest challenges in carbon markets ✅ How CIX is building a truste…

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Special Series at SFF 2024: Episode 6 24:24

3M ago24:24

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Japan is making big moves in AI, blockchain, and digital asset regulation. In this special episode—filmed live at the Singapore Fintech Festival 2024 with The Founders Peak Unplugged—Arjun sits down with Ryosuke Ushida, Chief Fintech Officer at Japan’s Financial Services Agency, to discuss the country’s fintech future. What's inside: ✅ Japan’s fint…

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Ep 109. Billionaire's Blueprint: Wealth, AI & Investing in the UAE with Fahd Iqbal 55:49

3M ago55:49

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Is the Middle East set to be the ultimate billionaire’s playground by 2025? In this episode of Couchonomics with Arjun, we're joined by Fahd Iqbal, CIO of UBS Middle East. We explore the influx of billionaires reshaping the UAE, the rise of family offices, and how AI is transforming investment strategies. Fahd shares his expert predictions for 2025…

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Ep 108. Transforming Transactions: NETS CEO Lawrence Chan's Payments Vision 58:15

3M ago58:15

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Can payments ever be truly invisible? Lawrence Chan, Group CEO of NETS, is beaming in virtually from Singapore to discuss how the world of payments is rapidly changing and what it means for businesses everywhere. Lawrence and Arjun covered a range of topics during our conversation. Here are some key points: 🌐 ASEAN payment connectivity and the pote…

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Ep 107. PropTech in Saudi Arabia: Redefining Real Estate with Razwa Alharthi 55:49

4M ago55:49

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PropTech Power in Saudi Arabia! In this episode of Couchonomics with Arjun, we had an engaging conversation with Razwa Alharthi, Co-Founder of Nuzul, at Jeel, Riyadh Bank's innovation hub. Razwa shared how her PropTech startup is driving innovation and efficiency in Saudi Arabia's real estate sector through cutting-edge technology. We also discusse…

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Ep 106. Reinventing Wealth Management With Malaa Technologies 1:04:59

4M ago1:04:59

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A New Era of Wealth Management! 💰 Couchonomics with Arjun is coming to you straight from Saudi Arabia! 🇸🇦 In this episode filmed at Jeel, Riyadh Bank's innovation hub, we chat with Ali Alorainy and Faisal Alqarni, the founders of Malaa Technologies, a wealth tech platform reshaping personal finance with a fresh, automated approach. Here’s what you’…

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Special Series at SFF 2024: Episode 5 31:15

4M ago31:15

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Future of crypto! 💱 We’re honored to have Richard Teng, CEO of Binance, joining us for an exclusive conversation straight from the heart of the Singapore FinTech Festival. As one of the most influential leaders in the crypto space, Richard takes us through his journey at the helm of Binance, a company that’s leading the charge in crypto adoption, e…

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Special Series at SFF 2024: Episode 4 31:37

4M ago31:37

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Tokenizing Trade Finance: A Glimpse into the Future of Digital Assets Live from SFF 2024, we had the privilege of sitting down with Wee Kee Toh, Global Head of Business Architecture for Coin Systems at Onyx by JPMorgan, to unpack the groundbreaking innovations shaping the future of digital finance. From interoperability to Global Layer One—a collab…

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Special Series at SFF 2024: Episode 3 24:49

4M ago24:49

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Is AI a Boon or a Bane for Banks? What happens to those banks that arrive late for the party? Our special series from the Singapore Fintech Festival—created in collaboration with Founders Peak—continues with a must-watch episode! I had the pleasure of sitting down with Tomas Skoumal, Founder & CEO of Dyna.ai, to explore how AI is reshaping the bank…

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Ep 105. The new Head of Adyen’s Middle East 57:40

4M ago57:40

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Payments Are Eating The World! This week on the #couch, we had the chance to speak with Daumantas Grigaravicius, the new Head of the Middle East Region at Adyen. We had an insightful conversation about the current trends in payments, both regionally and globally, and the transformative power of payment orchestration. Join us as we explore the chang…

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Special Series at SFF 2024: Episode 2 26:49

5M ago26:49

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How Stable Are Stablecoins? In this episode of Couchonomics with Arjun, recorded live at the Singapore FinTech Festival in partnership with Founders Peak, we chat with Dante Disparte, Chief Strategy Officer and Head of Policy at Circle. Dante shares how Circle is using digital assets like USDC (Stablecoin) and EURC to build a more inclusive financi…

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Special Series at SFF 2024: Episode 1 26:43

5M ago26:43

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Kicking off a special series of Couchonomics with Arjun, recorded live at the Singapore FinTech Festival 2024 in collaboration with Founders Peak! 🛋️ In this first episode, we welcome Nate Clark, CEO of GoTyme Bank, to talk about the future of digital banking in the Philippines and beyond. We dive into the Filipino financial services sector, the ri…

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Ep. 104 How to launch a super app with Kaniyet Rayev 1:04:42

5M ago1:04:42

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Super apps are the talk of the town and in the latest episode of Couchonomics with Arjun, we’re diving into this hot topic with Kaniyet Rayev, CEO of Boxo. Based in Kazakhstan and Singapore, Kaniyet leads Boxo—a platform that empowers apps to become super apps by seamlessly integrating e-commerce, travel, and financial services. We cover the rise o…

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Ep 103. Shariah Finance Meets Blockchain: A New Era in Financial Services with Morrad Irsane and Sharene Lee 1:03:05

6M ago1:03:05

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The latest episode of Couchonomics with Arjun is now live from Riyadh, in collaboration with Jeel, Riyad Bank’s innovation center. Joining us are Morrad Irsane and Sharene Lee, co-founders of Takadao, a company redefining insurance through #blockchain and #Web3 technology. Their vision? To create a decentralized, transparent alternative to traditio…

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Ep 102. Hala’s ambitious vision to become the future bank of SMEs with Maher Loubieh 52:26

6M ago52:26

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Couchonomics with Arjun is beaming its inaugural episode from its new home in KSA, at Jeel, Riyadh Banks Innovation Center in the heart of Riyadh. Our guest for this week’s special episode is Maher Loubieh, Co-Founder & CEO of Hala. During this episode, Maher shares Hala’s incredible journey from its beginnings as a peer-to-peer payment platform to…

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Ep 101. Optimizing cash returns with Walter De Oude 48:08

6M ago48:08

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This week on #Couchonomics, Arjun sits down with Walter De Oude, the visionary Founder & CEO of Chocolate Finance—a high-yield cash management platform designed to bring better returns on idle cash. Joining from Singapore, Walter shares his inspiring journey from launching SingLife to creating Chocolate Finance, along with his vision for empowering…

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100 Episodes In Review 21:41

6M ago21:41

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Exciting plans for Season 4 are already in motion, and in this 100th-episode special, Arjun takes a turn on the other side of the #couch! Hosting this special edition is Vuk Zlatarov, Co-founder and CEO of Poddster, who delves into Arjun’s journey behind the scenes. Vuk leads Arjun through a candid discussion about the journey of building the show,…

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Ep 100 (part 3) Current changes in payments with Roelant Prins 46:43

6M ago46:43

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We continue celebrating the 100th episode of Couchonomics with Arjun! For this milestone episode, we’re happy to welcome back Roelant Prins, Chief Commercial Officer at Adyen. Roelant and Arjun had an interesting conversation at the end of Season 1, where we filmed a special episode in Amsterdam. Today, Roelant joins us remotely to discuss the evol…

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Ep 100 (part 2) Cross border payments solutions and more with Ramana Kumar 46:02

6M ago46:02

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We’re celebrating the 100th episode with the return of Ramana Kumar, CEO of Magnati! Ramana first joined us in Season 1, and now he’s back to share how Magnati has evolved into a leading cloud-based payments company. In this special episode, we explore the shift to tech-driven payments, the rise of embedded finance, cross-border payment challenges …

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Ep 100 (part 1) Leadership lessons with Sopnendu Mohanty 54:03

6M ago54:03

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Celebrating the 100th episode of Couchonomics With Arjun with a special guest, Mr. FinTech himself, Sopnendu Mohanty, Chairman of the Board at Elevandi and Chief FinTech Officer at the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). In our humble opinion, he's been the chief catalyst in turning Singapore into a FinTech powerhouse. In this part of our 100th-…

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Ep 99. Time To Lead!!! with Sitoyo Lopokoiyit 50:26

7M ago50:26

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Today we’re joined by Sitoyo Lopokoiyit, CEO of M-PESA Africa, who has played a pivotal role in growing M-PESA across 8 African markets. Sitoyo shares the fascinating story behind M-PESA’s evolution from a mobile money service into a full-fledged digital ecosystem, empowering consumers, businesses, and developers through an open API program. We als…

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Ep 97. Paving the future all the way from Georgia with Salim Dhanani 48:52

7M ago48:52

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Joining us on the latest episode of Couchonomics with Arjun, all the way from Tbilisi, Georgia, is Salim Dhanani, founder and CEO of PaveBank—the world’s first programmable bank. In our conversation, Salim explains how PaveBank is shaping the future of financial services by leveraging blockchain and smart contracts to revolutionize trust and elimin…

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Ep 96. How NPCI became a dominant and credible network with Ritesh Shukla 43:28

7M ago43:28

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India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has broken records yet again, processing over 15 billion transactions in September alone—setting the global standard for faster payments. In this episode of Couchonomics with Arjun, we dive into the incredible success of UPI with Ritesh Shukla, CEO of NPCI International. Ritesh shares insights on how he's ta…

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Ep 95. Transforming Access And Trading Bonds To A New Era With Rahul Banerjee 51:49

7M ago51:49

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In this episode of Couchonomics with Arjun, we're joined by Rahul Banerjee, Founder & CEO of Bondblox, to explore the future of bond trading. Rahul shares how Bondblox is transforming access to bonds, opening up opportunities for retail investors in a market traditionally controlled by institutions. Arjun and Rahul discuss the rapid growth of the b…

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Special Recap Episode 41:43

8M ago41:43

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Over the past 8 months, we have had the privilege of engaging in insightful conversations with some of the top minds from our industry, and I'm excited to share these valuable nuggets with you. So here is a roundup of the most effective insights shared by leading experts in the banking and fintech sectors. #Banking #Fintech #IndustryInsights #Strat…

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Ep 94. Wealth and Investments with Deepak Mehra 51:56

8M ago51:56

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In this episode of #CouchonomicswithArjun, we're joined by Deepak Mehra, Chief Economist at Commercial Bank of Dubai. 🎙️ We explore the megatrends that are shaping our world—from the impact of AI and environmental changes to the challenges posed by aging populations across various countries. 🌍 Our conversation covers the complexities of wealth mana…

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Ep. 93 How Kaspi is Revolutionizing Everyday Life: A Conversation with Mikhail Lomtadze 47:34

8M ago47:34

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FULL EPISODE - AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY IN AUDIO ONLY In this episode, Arjun engages in a fascinating conversation with Mikhail Lomtadze, CEO and co-founder of Kaspi, the groundbreaking super app that is transforming daily life in Kazakhstan and beyond. Mikhail shares Kaspi's journey from traditional banking and financial services to becoming a super …

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Ep. 92 Why is the UAE the perfect place for Roger Rouhana's vision? 1:04:33

9M ago1:04:33

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In this episode, Arjun sits down with Roger Rouhana, CEO of Alpheya, to explore the future of wealth management in the MENA region. Their conversation delves into global wealth and asset management trends, highlighting the growing demand for innovative digital solutions and the crucial role of robo-advisors in making wealth management more accessib…

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Ep 91. The Transformation of Emirates NBD with Pedro Sousa Cardoso 46:43

9M ago46:43

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Digital Leadership: Embracing the New Tech Age This week, we sit down with Pedro Sousa Cardoso, Chief Digital Officer at Emirates NBD, to explore the state of banking in the UAE. We have an in-depth conversation on the evolving role of CDOs, increasing collaboration between banks and fintechs, and venture building within banks, using Liv Bank as an…

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Ep 90. How is Ahmed Wadi Founder and CEO of Money Fellows digitizing Egypt's Money Circles 54:42

9M ago54:42

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Chit-fund with a digital twist! Ahmed Wadi, Founder and CEO of Money Fellows is our latest guest on the show. Money Fellows is a pioneering startup from Egypt that has digitized the ancient financial concept of ROSCAs, where a group of individuals act as an informal financial institution. In our chat, Ahmed shares insights on Money Fellows' operati…

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Ep 89. Solving the most critical challenges for businesses in 2024 with Vikram Suri 52:11

9M ago52:11

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The art of replacing disjointed systems with digitized processes. Join us on Couchonomics with Arjun as we sit down with Vikram Suri, Managing Director for the Middle East and Turkey region at FIS. In this episode, Vikram and Arjun explore FIS’s significant impact in the GCC region and their constant drive for innovation and reinvention. We discuss…

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Ep 88. The launch of modern Islamic community bank Ruya with Christoph Koster 54:10

10M ago54:10

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In this episode, we’re joined by Christoph Koster, CEO of Ruya Bank, a digital-first Islamic community bank in the UAE. Ruya Bank is dedicated to bringing ethical Islamic banking practices to all communities in the UAE, supporting SMEs, startups, and low-income groups. Christoph and Arjun explore Islamic finance and banking, the potential for growt…

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Ep 87. How can AI navigate the risks and stay ahead in real estate investments with Ranime El Skaff 53:42

10M ago53:42

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Can you rely on AI to invest in real estate globally? Joining us this week on the #couch is Ranime El Skaff, the co-founder of PropAI—a platform that uses AI to simplify Dubai’s real estate investments. In this episode, we uncover the evolution of PropTech in the region, real estate trends, and how her company is revolutionizing real estate investm…

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Ep 86. Building a career in CVC with Kushal Shah, Managing Director at e& capital 48:49

10M ago48:49

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What is the state of CVC, and why is now the inflection point for CVCs to grow in the MENA region? Joining us on the #couch to explore these questions is Kushal Shah, Managing Director of e& capital, the CVC arm of the e& group. In this episode, Kushal shares his expert insights on e& capital's investment areas, focus, post-investment involvement, …

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Ep. 85 The Truth About The Impact Of eSIMs On Telecom Sector With Dina Tsybulskaya 1:04:20

10M ago1:04:20

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This week, we shift our focus to telecommunications. What once was a booming and developing sector is now seen as more traditional, showing how fast things are changing. 🌐 Joining us on the #couch is Dina Tsybulskaya, the CEO of ESIM Plus. Dina shared her insights on the future of telecommunications, the impact of 24/7 connectivity, and how blockch…

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Couchonomics with Arjun│Season 03 - Official Trailer 0:49

11M ago0:49

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Season 3 of Couchonomics with Arjun, a podcast dedicated to dissecting the seismic shifts which are rearchitecting the global financial system. Our journey transcends the MENA region's boundaries, focusing this season on Saudi Arabia, exploring the innovation that is shaping commerce and society as we know them today If you are in this industry or …

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Ep 84. The biggest challenges banks face today when selling to existing customers with Jouk Pleiter 47:50

11M ago47:50

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Digital Transformation of the banking value chain is a key challenge for every Banking CEO - doesn’t matter where in the world they are operating. In our latest episode, joining Arjun on the #couch is Jouk Pleiter, CEO of Backbase—a platform that specializes in helping banks modernize their customer interactions by transforming their technology sta…

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Ep 83. Kabeer Naqvi a true prominent figure in the microfinance industry 57:17

11M ago57:17

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Welcome back to Couchonomics with Arjun! This week, we're diving into Pakistan's financial services with Kabeer Naqvi, Chairman of the Pakistan Microfinance Network. We explore the dynamic interplay between traditional banks, microfinance institutions, and fintechs, and discuss the digital transformation of Pakistan's financial ecosystem. Plus, we …

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Ep 82. Digital Banking explained with Kelvin Tan 49:07

11M ago49:07

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Welcome to a new episode of Couchonomics with Arjun! This week, we're diving into Banking as a Service (BaaS) with Kelvin Tan, CEO of Audax. Kelvin shares insights on Audax’s “bank in a box” solution, helping banks scale and modernize rapidly. We discuss the potential and challenges of BaaS, open banking, and the future of embedded finance. Don't m…

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Ep 81. The matchmaker approach to Fintech partnership with Karan Jain 57:21

11M ago57:21

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Innovation in banking is about more than just adopting new technology—it's about challenging traditional perceptions and rethinking everything from customer service to risk management to create more flexible, responsive, and personalized financial services. In this episode, I sit down with Karan Jain, founder and CEO of Naya One, to discuss how his…

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Ep 80. The expansion of Egypt's e-payment Fawry with Ashraf Sabry 1:11:21

12M ago1:11:21

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Welcome to the latest episode of Couchonomics with Arjun! In this episode, we have the privilege of hosting Ashraf Sabry, the visionary Founder and CEO of Fawry. Ashraf has transformed Fawry into a trailblazing fintech and one of the most successful startups in Africa. We covered a range of topics, including innovation in payments,the development o…

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Ep 79. Is Crypto investment actually complicated? Nick Philpott 1:02:29

12M ago1:02:29

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We are talking about Digital Assets, DeFI and Crypto on Couchonomics with Arjun this week. Joining us on the couch is Nick Philpott, Co-Founder and Head of Partnerships at Zodia Markets by Standard Chartered & OSL. We had a very interesting conversation around #bitcoinhalving, #stablecoins, virtual-assets regulations, and tokenization of real-world…

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Episode 11: Rajeev Lakhanpal Shares The Evolution of Blockchain Applications 4:16

12M ago4:16

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Explore the transformative journey of blockchain technology through the insights of Rajeev Lakhanpal. From its origins in cryptocurrency to its diverse applications across industries, discover the evolution and future potential of blockchain in reshaping innovation and collaboration worldwide.

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