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Kiran G. Jun 6, 2024

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What do you think of secondary market trading (via ATS) for the private markets? Please see this post and especially my comment (if you like it, please "like" it!).

https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7203938847238365185/

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Ravi S. Jun 17, 2024 - 9:17AM (edited) Kiran G. Private stocks that have little liquidity and therefore volatile price movements effect the relative value measures. These value measures remain crucial in assessing a company's worth, transcending mere branding or popularity. A stock characterized by high volatility presents numerous challenges, including elevated ratios like book-to-value, book-to-earnings, tangible book, and price-to-earnings. These metrics collectively influence capital flows in and out of specific stocks. Enhanced liquidity serves to temper the inherent volatility of a stock, thereby stabilizing these calculations effectively. At the end of the day, liquidity and low volatility tend to increase interest in any invesment.

Kiran G. Jun 13, 2024 -10:10AM Ravi Srikantan Interesting thoughts about liquidity. Do you think there any business advantage to liquidity for a company (besides branding and bragging rights about trading volume being a proxy for popularity)?

Kiran G. Jun 13, 2024 -10:05AM Angel Lorente Two great questions, worthy of thoughtful posts. I've added them to my writing pipeline - I'll tag you and Ravi Srikantan on LinkedIn.
"What mechanisms do you think could enhance trust and transparency in such marketplaces?"
"Do you think advancements in blockchain and smart contracts can impact the efficiency and security of these transactions?"

Ravi S. Jun 13, 2024 - 9:10AM Angel, Great Question. I think the advantages of DLT would work on the side of settlement, compliance, and information dissemination. Smart Contracts could also in some of the market making processes, but there is also the caveat that smart contracts are only as good as the design, and manipulation in some of those contracts can cause major issue with the underlying financials of company.

I still believe having a well setup liquidity environment is still key to expanding the utilization of private market equities. That liquidity will lead to better price discovery, and a less volatile exchange environment.

Angel L. Jun 11, 2024 - 1:58PM I believe that secondary market trading via ATS for private markets presents both opportunities and challenges. While it promises liquidity and price discovery, concerns about valuation accuracy, regulatory compliance, and market depth persist.

What mechanisms do you think could enhance trust and transparency in such marketplaces? Also, do you think advancements in blockchain and smart contracts can impact the efficiency and security of these transactions? I'd love to hear your thoughts on these aspects Ravi Srikantan or Kiran Garimella

Ravi S. Jun 11, 2024 - 9:21AM In the realm of ATS trading for private markets, there exists a clear advantage in bolstering liquidity and expanding user participation. The primary hurdles revolve around information transparency and liquidity. Intriguing pathways have emerged, such as the digitization of real-world assets Oasis Pro and TruMid in the corporate bond sector.
While reducing listings may streamline participant engagement, it can inadvertently limit options for clients.
I find auction-style transaction processes to offer a more conducive engagement model, potentially enhancing targeted liquidity and price discovery.
Addressing regulatory frameworks and introducing guidelines for institutional market makers could notably improve the situation.

Viktoria S. Jun 6, 2024

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The globalization of finance

The payment and banking
sectors needs to adapt to meet growing demand,
evolving into truly international operations. However,
this comes with its challenges.

Banking regulations and rules vary significantly across
countries, making the process of international money
transfers more complex and compliance more
stringent.

Today, companies engaged in international
payments and banking face an unprecedented number
of regulations to adhere to, risks to manage, and fees
to consider. Moreover, keeping pace with new
technologies, such as the still largely unregulated cryptocurrencies, adds to the complexity.

Payment
professionals must adapt to both traditional banking
practices and the rapidly changing landscape of
digital payments. Managing
these multifaceted
challenges is critical, which has increased the demand
for payment experts and global banking professionals.

Many international businesses are in need of this
expertise but struggle to find the right talent to help
them with their payment and banking issues on a daily
basis.

To read my full article: Page 1`4-15 at Game Changers Magazine edition 50 https://issuu.com/paulgc/docs/game_changers_49?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=gchangersmag.com

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Viktoria S. Jun 4, 2024

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The Complexity of Building Payment and Banking Teams

Creating an effective banking and payment team is crucial for online businesses, relying on the skills of accountants, lawyers, and developers. Accountants handle financial management, including budgeting and processing fees, and ensure accurate recording and reconciliation of transactions. Lawyers navigate regulatory landscapes to set up frameworks for contracts with payment providers, essential for compliance and risk management.

Developers maintain the technical infrastructure necessary for seamless payment processes, managing system connectivity and data security standards like PCI DSS, and preventing service disruptions.

However, finding one person with all these skills is challenging, especially for smaller companies. Larger businesses may hire specialists for each role, but smaller ones often depend on external consultants, increasing costs and complicating coordination.

Moreover, building a payment team is not a one-time task. Continuous adaptation to new regulations and technologies is required, involving ongoing updates and strategic planning. This may mean allocating resources for regular training and support or forming partnerships with external experts to ensure compliance and operational efficiency at a lower cost.

For more information, read my article here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/complexity-building-payment-banking-teams-viktoria-soltesz-5wf2e/?trackingId=XyM3HQbxTIm48cPkZFa6ZA%3D%3D

The complexity of Building Payment and Banking Teams

Setting up an effective banking and payment team is crucial for any online businesses. The challenge of sourcing the right talent however is a crit...

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Master C. Jan 8, 2023

We are looking for the best of the best from our members to join our Premier Master Enabler Program. Focusing right now on International Expansion and New Market Entry professionals for Europe, Latin America, and the USA. Interested in learning more message Master Connector here or email - masterenabler@fintechconnector.com

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Master C. Aug 9, 2022

Meet our FinTech Connector Switzerland Cruise sponsors on September 9th in Zurich.

Lloyd's & Partners (VIP Gold Sponsor) and VISA Europe (Premier Sponsor).

We want to thank Lucas T. Landolt (Lloyd's & Partners), Adrian Burgi (Lloyd's & Partners) and Santosh Ritter (VISA) for your support and we look forward to meeting you in Zurich.

There is still time to RSVP for our premier event of the year - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fintech-connector-switzerland-networking-lunch-cruise-vip-dinner-registration-239437362597

Thank you Fabian Lehner for organizing this event for our FinTech Connector members and partners.

#FinTechConnector #Switzerland #Zurich #Event

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Master C. Jun 17, 2022

As the global economic environment is shifting, now more than ever partnering with the right organizations to increase business opportunities, focus on revenue growth, and drive innovation is critically important.

We can help you on your fintech and innovation journey.

Click on the link to learn more and let's jump on a call to discuss your business objective - https://www.fintechconnector.com/organizations

#FinTechConnector #Innovation #Partnerships #BusinessDevelopment

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Angel L. Jan 11, 2023

I wrote an article that highlights the opportunities and challenges of digital transformation in banking and covers points on having a well-thought-out plan, organizational culture, and how to get started with partners that have done it already.

Click to read the article - https://www.fintechconnector.com/blog-actual/2023/1/9/innovating-banks-start-with-a-digital-transformation-plan

Sharing with our Financial Service Automators - Vikas Bansal Erik Gillet Darrell Wright Luisa Franco Batu Sat Simon Weifenbach Les Riedl Andy Lin Jenna Chamra Craig Schwartz Robert Lacoursière Michael Montecuollo Jonathan Blessing Christin Nagel Shweta Mahajan Michael Young Martina Rousseau Ridham Modi Trena Blair Jen Gonzalez Carlos M. Mendes

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Stephen W. Mar 18, 2022

See our recent WealthTech 2022 report for a range of viewpoints and thinking on the main trends for WealthTech in 2021/2022.

https://www.thewealthmosaic.com/vendors/the-wealth-mosaic/news/wealthtech-2022-is-live/

This is one of an expanding number of reports we've created at The Wealth Mosaic on technology in wealth management. Next up is our second ESG report, then our second Blockchain & DLT report, then our first US RIA WealthTech report.

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Luisa F. Mar 7, 2024

Hello Fintech Connector Community! I have a bank client looking for fintechs that are interested in bank sponsorship. If you're in the market for a bank sponsor, please message me.

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Angel L. Apr 17, 2022

Another powerful report from FIS on global payments. This is a 156-report that gives you global payments trends, key insights, and other important ecosystem information.

The payments space continues to evolve with super apps, CBDCs, embedded finance, evolution of real-time payments, banking the unbanked, and more...

Check out the report and use it as a reference guide for what's happening and what's coming in payments.

I want to thank Ahmed Refaie Abdo from DSRPTD in the UAE for sharing it with me.

What are your thoughts? Steven Wasserman, Mario Cohen, Jaroslaw Sarwa, Angel Lorente, Carlos M. Mendes , Fabian Lehner , Elena Kozhemyakina , Jaroslaw Sarwa , Adam Ull , Sefa Bicer , Shafique Ibrahim

#fintechconnector #fintech #financialservices #innovation #payments #CBDC #cryptocurrency

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Master C. Oct 5, 2022

Great seeing our Mexico Community Partner Sofia Gamboa on El Financiero Factor Fintec speaking with Sergio Loredo about fintech in Mexico.

Watch the interview here - https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/video/tv/factor-fintech/2022/10/01/entrevista-con-sofia-gamboa-de-fintech-connector-por-sergio-loredo-factor-fintec-4-t4/

NOTE: The interview is in Spanish.

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Master C. May 13, 2022

SWITZERLAND IS CALLING ALL FINTECH CONNECTOR MEMBERS...

Join us in Zurich in September for a networking lunch cruise around Lake Zurich.

RSVP today and meet members from over 10+ countries in one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.

Here is the link - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fintech-connector-switzerland-networking-lunch-cruise-vip-dinner-registration-239437362597

#FinTechConnector #Community #Zurich #Events

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Angel L. Nov 11, 2022

Great to see how we have come a long way since our Meet Ups at Hurley's in NYC to now travelling the world to connect people, opportunities, and capital. Looking forward to our 2023 FinTech Connector events being announced shortly.

Hope to have many of our members joining us on our Innovation Days, Cruises, and VIP Member Dinners.

Thanks to our Community Partners Fabian Lehner Jaroslaw Sarwa Elena Kozhemyakina Shmuel Ben Tovim Mario Cohen Narayanan Ganapathy Meriem Yacoubi Varsenia Stoyanova Aleksandra Ossowska Alfonso Ballesteros Ryohei Uetani Sofia Gamboa Vikas Bansal Shaul Lifshitz