A Founder's Guide to Fintech

A Founder's Guide to Fintech

Author: IC Markets December 10, 2025 Duration: 7:31

How do you convince millions to trust an algorithm with their life savings? The business of fintech is a masterclass in strategy, trust-building, and user experience, where the real victory is earning the confidence of the modern investor.


Join host Kelly Latimer on IC Your Trade 6 as she speaks with StashAway CEO Michele Ferrario, who leveraged his background at McKinsey to challenge the giants of wealth management. He reveals the strategic blueprint for building a fintech unicorn.

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Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 65

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