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Host Tedd Huff & Robert Musiala, co-leader of Baker Hostetler’s Web3 Digital Assets team, break down May 2025’s crypto developments.

May 2025 just changed a lot for crypto and Web3. Bitcoin hit $111,970, total crypto assets reached $136 billion, & ETF inflows topped $3.3 billion in a 1 month. The SEC clarified that proof-of-stake mining isn't a security, while the DOJ dropped charges against Ethereum hackers...

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In this episode of Fintech Confidential, host Tedd Huff and guest co-host Jordan Greenberg from LoanPro sit down with Jay King and Aimee Ford of Alorica. Together, they share how banks and fintechs are transforming customer service with scalable operations, AI-powered tools, and real empathy. Jay and Aimee bring decades of hands-on experience helping financial institutions build smarter systems that...

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Web3, crypto, stablecoins, digtial assets and tokenized real world assets are reshaping finance. Blockchain expert Annelise Osborne joins Tedd Huff to reveal what’s actually working in real-world blockchain adoption. With years in traditional finance and deep knowledge of smart contract architecture, She shares what’s actually working for institutions right now.

The conversation focuses on the real adoption ...

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In this episode of Fintech Confidential, host Tedd Huff is joined by CI (Confidential Informant), Robert Musiala, co-leader of the Web3 and Digital Assets team at BakerHostetler, to discuss the significant developments in the crypto and fintech space during April 2025. Robert shares his expertise on blockchain law and compliance, providing insights into the evolving regulatory landscape and its impact on the...

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In this episode of FinTech Confidential Uncut, host Tedd Huff talks with Jeff Scheidel, VP of Operations at AuthID, about the rise of AI-driven fraud targeting financial institutions. They explore how deepfakes, voice cloning, and large language models are enabling scammers to impersonate executives, create synthetic identities, and build fake websites and phishing emails with alarming accuracy. Real...

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Tedd Huff & John Gordon, CEO of ValidiFI, explore key shifts in Fintech and focus on Account Validation Technology. The focus is on account validation, fraud detection, and customer risk. With over 25 years in financial services, Gordon shares insights from his work at TransUnion and ValidiFI. 

He explains how behavioral signals like multiple emails, landlines, or shared accounts—can trigger higher ...

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In this episode of Fintech Confidential: Leaders One on One, host Tedd Huff speaks with Pascale Elie, Co-FOunder & Chairperson of Cellpay and co-founder of HaitiPay, about her work in improving financial services in LatinAmerica and the Caribbean. Pascale shares how the 2010 earthquake highlighted the need for accessible financial tools, leading to the launch of HaitiPay, Haiti’s first privately regulate...

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In this episode of Accrued, Tedd Huff and Colton Pond talk with Georgina Merhom, founder of Solo, about rethinking financial services by addressing the flaws in traditional credit scoring systems like Experian, Transunion and FICO. Georgina explains how Solo creates a personalized, verified financial profile for each consumer, enabling lenders to make better decisions without relying on outdated metrics...

In this episode of Accrued a Fintech Confidential series presented by LoanPro, Tedd Huff and Colton Pond talk with Ben Boyer of World Acceptance about evolving financial strategies. They discuss how businesses can build lasting customer relationships by focusing on customer needs, expanding product offerings, and leveraging alternative data. Ben highlights the importance of realistic credit-building products, empathetic customer se...

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In this episode of Accrued by FinTech Confidential presented by LoanPro, hosts Tedd Huff and Colton Pond discuss these issues with Jeff Adamson, co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer of the company. Jeff shares how his team built an in-house technology stack to overcome these limitations, allowing them to offer personalized credit rates and a cashback system tailored to spending habits. AI tools further enhance the...

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In this episode of Accrued, hosts Tedd Huff and Colton Pond engage with Ensemblex leaders Shawn Budde and Chloe Zhu to explore challenges and opportunities in lending and financial technology. The discussion highlights common pitfalls for fintech startups, such as prioritizing customer acquisition while neglecting critical processes like servicing and collections, which are essential for long-term s...

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In this episode of Fintech Confidential, recorded live at the 2024 Money 20/20 event in Las Vegas, Tedd Huff and Stephany Kirkpatrick, founder and CEO of Orum, dive into the world of money movement technology. The discussion flows naturally, covering the many ways Orum is simplifying payments and enhancing access to funds. Kirkpatrick brings a unique perspective, sharing how her background as the daughter of...

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In this episode of Fintech Confidential’s Leaders, Tedd Huff talks with Ariel Blum, CEO of Receive, about how fintech can transform cash flow for small businesses. Receive’s unique model provides immediate, fee-free access to earned revenue, giving small businesses the “spending power” they need without relying on costly credit. Tedd and Ariel discuss the importance of simplifying financial tools, building ...

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In this episode of FinTech Confidential, host Tedd Huff and co-host Colton Pond speak with Timothy Li, CEO of LendAPI, on core strategies for fintech success. Key topics include the importance of fraud detection advancements, the need to build comprehensive products rather than features, and the role of partnerships in providing complete solutions for financial institutions. They also discuss the potential ...

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In this episode of Uncut by Fintech Confidential, host Tedd Huff discusses the FTC’s new Click-to-Cancel rule with legal expert Linda Goldstein (Baker Hostetler), Carl D’Agostino (CEO, Solvpath), and Jayare Charron (VP of Partnerships). This new rule, aimed at simplifying subscription cancellations, requires businesses to offer easy, transparent processes for consumers to opt out of services. ...

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In this episode of FinTech Confidential, host Tedd Huff interviews Jordan Olivas, the founder of Harvv, a B2B accounts receivables financing platform. The conversation focuses on how Harvv is helping businesses in traditional industries, such as recreational vehicles, construction, raw materials, and consumer packaged goods, by offering innovative financial solutions that streamline their payment proces...

In this episode of FinTech Confidential, Tedd Huff and Colton Pond chat with Jonathan Awad, co-founder and CEO of Baselayer. They cover some pretty interesting topics around identity verification and fraud prevention for businesses, especially small and medium-sized ones. The conversation is packed with useful insights into how financial institutions are dealing with these challenges, and how new tech is changing the game for every...

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In this episode of Leaders One on One by Fintech Confidential, Tedd Huff talks with Scarlett Sieber, the Chief Strategy and Growth Officer at Money 20/20, about the key trends and issues shaping the fintech industry. The episode focuses on topics like fraud prevention, artificial intelligence (AI), regulations, and how fintech events like Money 20/20 help companies connect and grow.

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In this episode of Accrued a FinTech Confidential series presented by LoanPro, hosts Tedd Huff and Colton Pond speak with Alex Rhodes, the Chief Operating Officer of Best Egg. Alex shares insights into the strategies that have made Best Egg a strong player in the personal finance industry.

Throughout the discussion, Alex emphasizes how the company focuses on customers, improves efficiency, and adapts to changes in the market.

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