Payment Talks

The Embedded Edge: Rethinking B2B Payments at Scale

In this episode of Payment Talks, host Scott Harkey speaks with Gary Conroy, CEO of TransferMate, about what it takes to build and scale a global payments infrastructure in a rapidly evolving ecosystem. From embedding payments into B2B platforms to rethinking fintech-bank partnerships, Gary unpacks the operational and commercial levers transforming cross-border finance. Tune in to learn: * Why cross-border B2B payments are ripe for embedded innovation * How TransferMate builds tech that mirrors consumer-like experiences * What makes fintech and bank partnerships succeed today * How agentic AI and tokenisation are reshaping what's possible * Why being the bridge (not the blocker) is the next competitive advantage

From Terminal to Tech Stack: Inside the Payments Evolution

In this episode of Payment Talks, host Scott Harkey sits down with Ainsley Merchant, Senior Director of Financial Services Growth at Worldpay to discuss one of biggest shifts shaping the payments ecosystem today: software-led decision-making. Recorded after our exclusive Payments Panel event in London, Scott and Ainsley unpack how embedded payments, verticalised platforms and ecosystem partnerships are redefining how financial institutions grow and compete. Tune in to learn: * Why software-first thinking is changing how payment providers go to market * How ISVs and platform players are driving vertical innovation * What's next for embedded payments, orchestration and agentic AI * Why flexibility, not just reach, is becoming a key differentiator * The evolving role of partnerships in driving scale, speed and innovation Get a practical look at how leading players are navigating complexity, building adaptability into their tech stacks and preparing for the next wave of disruption in payments.

Everyone should give a damn – Enfuce shares a passion for issuing

We talk to Enfuce, award-winning issuer, issuer processor and program manager, who saw the potential of the cloud early to capitalise on speed and scale whilst not compromising accuracy. Co-founder Monika Liikamaa explains the 'levelling up' ethos behind Enfuce, from 'making it count' to 'everyone giving a damn.' We upack how virtual cards will evolve into objects that become their own payment facilitator, the importance of the card rails or 'motorway' and leveraging these foundations that are already built, critical for the facilitation of money around the world.

US Focus - Understanding Instant Payments Solution Providers

With real-time transactions reshaping the customer experience, it's crucial for FIs to adopt the right technology partner to help meet evolving demands. In this episode with The Clearing House, we explore the impact of instant payments and highlight our new co-authored report that helps FIs find their perfect solution provider. We speak with @Elena Casal, Chief Client Officer, at The Clearing House, who shares insights from the report, Understanding Instant Payment Solution Providers. Elena discusses how the report can help FIs decide on a provider to successfully leverage instant payments, improve customer satisfaction, streamline processes and stay competitive in an increasingly real-time world. Catch the full conversation to learn how instant payments can drive innovation and create value for both banks and customers alike! Download the full report here: Understanding Instant Payment Solution Providers [https://info.endava.com/insights/reports/understanding-instant-payments-solution-providers?hs_preview=OOejRVdN-116615066835]

Paydock: How payment orchestration is helping banks keep merchants sticky

When you look at total customer value it's clear that merchant services is important, it's a driver of deposits and everything else that drives a bank. That's why keeping merchants sticky is increasingly important. How do you give your merchants the best experience and keep them happy and with you? That's where Paydock comes in, a leading payment orchestration platform, that delivers the competitive features that merchants want and the ability for the bank to cross-sell through the whole bank proposition. We talk to @Rob Lincolne, Founder & CEO of Paydock, as he explains how the main financial institution for a merchant is shifting from where you put your deposits to who handles your payments.