x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

BIGcast

Best Innovation Group"s John Best & 154 Advisors" Glen Sarvady

The fintech industry is evolving rapidly, and the BIGcast is here to delve into its impact on the credit union industry. Our esteemed guests from across the financial, technology and security sectors will provide thrilling perspectives on the latest fintech innovations that are poised to revolutionize the way we handle our finances. Each week join thought-leader, John Best and subject matter expert, Glen Sarvady as they take a quick dive into the financial industry"s current breakthroughs and latest

business

All Episodes

39:15

Launching from Obscurity, Venturing into the Mainstream

BIGcast ·

2025/11/12

In our first wave of VentureTech coverage Glen speaks with a trio of co-founders, from Launch Party winners Aries Fraud Solutions (unveiling its Obscurity Card) and main stage standouts KeySavvy and Remynt. Also- skepticism meets déjà vu on the proposed Visa/Mastercard settlement. Links related to this episode: Aries Fraud Solutions: https://www.ariesfraudsolutions.com/ KeySavvy: https://www.keysavvy.com/ Remynt: https://getremynt.com/ VentureTech: https://myventuretech.com/ Reuters'

en

42:28

Agents, Stablecoins, and a Touch of Friction

BIGcast ·

2025/11/04

Glen boils down the prevailing themes from this year's Money 20/20 conference, upping the ante via interviews with a pair of compelling startups (Eloquent AI and RentFlow) and Paze's update on securing identity through the digital wallet. Also- Fiserv shakes investors to the core, and open banking continues to ruffle feathers. Links related to this episode: Eloquent AI: https://www.eloquentai.co/ RentFlow: https://www.therentflow.com/ Paze: https://www.paze.com/ A credit union-specific

en

40:47

Muddying the Stablecoin Waters- Not a Genius Move

BIGcast ·

2025/10/28

John and Glen tackle the key takeaways from recent market headlines: Open Ai's commercial relationship with Walmart, the temporary "de-pegging" of so-called stablecoin Ethena (USDe), and the warning flare it sets off for broader stablecoin adoption. Plus- Zelle goes global, and people still have a lot to say about Section 1033. Links related to this episode: The Open AI/Walmart partnership: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/10/14/walmart-openai-chatgpt-shopping.html The Crypto Times' coverage of

en

36:50

The Complicated Road to Financial Health

BIGcast ·

2025/10/22

Glen speaks with the Financial Health Network’s Andrew Warren about takeaways from the newly minted Financial Health Pulse Trends report, including the persistent challenges in maintaining gains in financial stability. Also- the latest real-time payments data begs new questions, and Glen eats crow on Nvidia. Links related to this episode: The Financial Health Network’s 2025 US Pulse Trends report: https://finhealthnetwork.org/research/financial-health-pulse-2025-u-s-trends-report/ The

en

28:13

The Smart Money in Vegas

BIGcast ·

2025/10/15

The Smart Money in Vegas Glen connects with Money 20/20 CEO Tracey Davies to discuss what to expect from this year’s extravaganza following a year of remarkable disruption and advancement. Also- a not-so-genius stablecoin wake-up call, and why “digital gold” may be a more accurate descriptor for Bitcoin than intended. Links related to this episode: Money 20/20, October 26-29 in Las Vegas: https://us.money2020.com/ CB Insights on the Money 20/20 Award finalists:

en

47:58

An Alternative Voice, an Assertive Approach

BIGcast ·

2025/10/08

https://www.big-fintech.com/the-great-wealth-transfer-great-inheritance-drain/John and Glen speak with Defense Credit Union Council CEO Tony Hernandez about his organization’s rapidly increasing visibility and how the armed forces’ impact on the credit union movement extends well beyond the expected nameplates. Also- the shutdown creates new complexities for earned wage access, Bitcoin breaks the $125K barrier, and plenty of bingo card calls. Links related to this episode: The Defense Credit

en

39:50

Fintech Pregaming Reaches New Heights

BIGcast ·

2025/10/02

Sports metaphors run deep this week, as Nick Evens and Jenny Jackson preview this year’s VentureTech, the annual fintech showcase (and pickleball showdown). Not to be outdone, Early Warning’s Paze digital wallet dials up its marketing efforts with a key NBA partnership. Plus- The Curql Fund does a 360, and HSBC brings real-world application of quantum computing into focus. Links related to this episode: VentureTech: https://myventuretech.com/ The Atlanta Hawks/Paze partnership:

en

52:54

The Great Wealth Transfer/Great Inheritance Drain

BIGcast ·

2025/09/25

Our second wave of FinovateFall coverage includes interviews with the founders of Gentreo and Wysh- two young firms aiming to preserve member deposits across life cycles- as well as Veep Software, which delivers early wage access alongside financial education through the FI channel. Also- Glen reveals his Best of Show ballot, and touches on the startling plot twists with Plaid, Chase and open banking (spoilers entirely warranted). Links related to this episode: Wysh: https://www.wysh.com/

en

38:32

Getting Real About Artificial Intelligence at Finovate

BIGcast ·

2025/09/16

Key takeaways from last week’s Finovate Fall conference, including interviews with the founders of Best of Show winners Casap and Vertice AI. Also- Glen’s recap of the full Best of Show slate, and thoughts on what the 63 demo firehose tells us about today’s state of fintech. Links related to this episode: Casap’s case study with MidSouth Community FCU: https://www.casaphq.com/articles/how-midsouth-cut-fraud-loss-in-half-with-casap Vertice AI: https://verticeanalytics.ai/ Finovate Fall’s full

en

41:53

Pardon the Innovation

BIGcast ·

2025/09/10

John and Glen share perspectives on credit unions’ potential stablecoin play, a new reason to explore digital wallets, and the need for speed in the innovation arena- revisiting the “rapid response” model of our recent live Town Hall event. Also- more IPO mayhem and how weather patterns could impact loan portfolios. Links related to this episode: Replay of the CU Town Hall recorded live at America’s Credit Unions’ Strategic Growth Conference:

en

42:47

Answering the Innovation Challenge

BIGcast ·

2025/08/27

Glen connects with the founders of three early stage startups- Lulo, PromptWrx and Thryft Ship- who pitched for the $25,000 Innovation Challenge prize at Fintech South last week, each addressing a quite different pain point. Also- Visa gives up on US open banking, Wyoming (kind of) launches the first state-issued stablecoin, and our own audience vote for best startup. Links related to this episode: Click here to vote for your favorite of the three Innovation Challenge Finalists

en

31:21

It’s a Small (and Chaotic) World After All

BIGcast ·

2025/08/20

Glen catches up with Lou Grilli for a first-hand recap of the recent World Credit Union Conference in Stockholm, Sweden, and to trade perspectives on a flurry of recent fintech news: open banking, stablecoin interest/”rewards,” debit interchange and another Zelle lawsuit. Also- a new leader at America’s Credit Unions, and have we entered the Era of the Do-Over? Links related to this episode: The World Council of Credit Unions: https://www.woccu.org/ Connect with Lou Grilli on LinkedIn:

en

33:16

448 Minutes of Fintech Demos for 475 FIs (and Others)

BIGcast ·

2025/08/12

Glen gets the lowdown from Finovate’s Greg Palmer on what to expect at September’s New York City demo-fest, including a dedicated credit union track. Also- unanswered questions in the President’s de-banking Executive Order, and a showdown regarding BNPL’s role in credit reporting. Links related to this episode: Finovate Fall, September 8-10 in NYC: https://informaconnect.com/finovatefall/ ***Use Code BIG20 for a 20% registration discount*** Fox Business’ take on the sudden twist in BNPL

en

39:32

Loaded Wallets, Long Tails- Paze Powers Forward

BIGcast ·

2025/08/05

Glen connects with Early Warning’s Chief Partnerships Officer Eric Hoffman about the latest progress of Paze’s digital wallet, and Payfinia GM Keith Riddle on his firm’s deal to bring Paze to credit unions. Also- yet another twist in the open banking road, and hints of momentum for de novo institutions. Links related to this episode: Paze: https://www.paze.com/ Payfinia: https://tyfone.com/payfinia/ Our interview with Paze’s Head of Operations Catherine Murchie at Money 20/20 last October:

en

37:56

The Voice of Fintech Funding

BIGcast ·

2025/07/29

Glen connects with TTV Capital Partner Sean Banks and Technology Association of Georgia CEO Larry Williams to unpack the state of fintech venture capital investment, Georgia’s role in the global ecosystem and the upcoming Fintech South conference. Also, Illuma Founder/CEO Milind Borkar responds to Sam Altman’s warning flare than voice authentication has been “defeated.” Links related to this episode: TTV Capital: https://ttvcapital.com/ Fintech South, August 19-20 in Atlanta; Use code

en

31:24

Open Markets, Impatient Rates

BIGcast ·

2025/07/22

As we await the next Fed Open Market Committee readout, Glen speaks with CD Valet’s Mary Grace Roske about deposit rate trends that aren’t as straightforward as one might expect. Also- stablecoins are officially GENIUS, CBDCs are still the Antichrist, and the big money keeps flowing into real time payments. Links related to this episode: CD Valet: https://www.cdvalet.com/ Glen’s blog assessing the midyear state of RTP, FedNow and Same Day ACH:

en

36:15

Newborns, Tips and Decoding the New Rules

BIGcast ·

2025/07/15

Glen unpacks key provisions of the recent US tax/spending bill with help from his expert friends: the Defense Credit Union Council’s Jason Stverak on $1,000 newborn accounts, and credit union lifer Lou Grilli on the “no tax on tips” details. Also- has Big Tech determined that regulation isn’t so bad after all? Links related to this episode: The DCUC’s call for the US Treasury to include credit unions in the newborn account rollout:

en

36:14

Starting Simple, Small and with Purpose

BIGcast ·

2025/07/02

Glen speaks with the CU De Novo Collective’s Denise Wymore about the grassroots groundswell of interest in starting new credit unions, overcoming the challenges of progressing from concept to market, and why a voice for CU creation is needed to counter a one-way trend. Also- Fiserv’s stablecoin play, The FTA’s attempt to preserve open banking, and how AI regulation became a budget issue. Links related to this episode: The CU De Novo Collective: https://www.cudenovocollective.org/

en

40:57

Consumers Pay in Mysterious Ways (it’s alright, it’s...

BIGcast ·

2025/06/24

Glen chats with the Atlanta Fed’s Claire Greene about the latest Diary and Survey of Consumer Payment Choice and the messy realities of dealing with real world data. Also- next steps in the stablecoin saga and…Fintech’s answer to GameStop? Links related to this episode: The Atlanta Fed’s Survey and Diary of Consumer Payment Choice: https://www.atlantafed.org/banking-and-payments/consumer-payments/survey-and-diary-of-consumer-payment-choice/2024-survey-and-diary The Fed’s 2024 SHED

en

46:39

Circle’s Stroke of Genius/Can Anyone Regulate AI?

BIGcast ·

2025/06/18

John and Glen ruminate on a pair of major events reshuffling the fintech world- The Circle IPO’s impact on venture funding, and the Big Beautiful Bill’s unorthodox approach to throttling AI regulation. Also- John gets “spun out on quantum,” and admits a surprising change of heart regarding his outlook for AI. Links related to this episode: Glen’s blog on the Circle and Chime IPOs: https://www.big-fintech.com/what-the-chime-and-circle-ipos-mean-for-fintech-investment/ The Senate alters

en

306 results

Similar Podcasts

TaxTalent.com The Golden Rule Podcast

Adam Golden

TaxTalent.com Podcast

Tony Santiago

Handelsblatt Crime - spannende Streitfälle der deutschen Wirtschaft

Ina Karabasz, Solveig Gode, Sönke Iwersen

Deffner und Zschäpitz – Der Wirtschafts-Talk von WELT

WELT

Black Box - La scatola nera della finanza

Guido Brera e Gian Luca Comandini -...