Fintech Insider By 11:fs

Join hosts Laura Watkins and Benjamin Ensor alongside some great guests as we look at the biggest financial services and fintech stories of the past week. Topics covered include: Donald Trump is returning to the White House—what does that mean for our industry? Affirm’s entry into the UK market, Barclays' completed takeover of Tesco Bank, Mexican fintech Klar's plans for an IPO in 2026, and NatWest and Mastercard teaming up to launch a virtual card solution for businesses. This week's guests: Mariela Hunter- A fractional COO Jason Mikula - Founder of Fintech Business Weekly With soundclip from: Johanna Waara, Senior Vice President, Commercial Solutions, Europe at Mastercard Stories covered on the show: What does a Donald Trump election victory mean for fintech? BNPL giant Affirm lands in the UK Barclays completes £600m Tesco Bank takeover Mexican banking fintech Klar aims for 2026 IPO Natwest and Mastercard launch mobile virtual card solution for businesses Tehanu completes world’s first ‘interspecie