In this episode of the News & Views Podcast, the team discusses the financial inclusion gap in rural areas, the launch of TechTrust’s Fintech Talent Hub, and the success of the Current Account Switch Service (CASS). They explore why consumers still prefer traditional incumbent banks over digital challengers, the role of talent hubs in nurturing fintech talent, and the impact of physical bank branch closures. The podcast provides insights into the challenges and opportunities in the fintech industry, with a focus on how these developments affect consumers and businesses.
News & Views: Bridging the Finance Gap, Tech Talent, CASS Chronicle
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