In this episode of the Digital Banking Podcast, host Josh DeTar welcomes Sebastien Taveau, an industry expert from Meesteek.ai. Together, they dive deep into the evolving world of open banking, payments, and financial technology. Sebastien shares his insights on the global differences in how open banking is implemented, with particular focus on the approaches seen in Iceland, Australia, and the U.S.Taveau discusses the technical and cultural challenges banks face as they transition toward more open systems. He highlights how open banking can improve customer experiences while ensuring security and trust in financial transactions. From his work with Zelle to his broader expertise in real-time payments, Sebastien brings unique perspectives on risk management and system scalability.Listeners will also hear about Taveau’s personal experiences with industry-leading projects and innovations, as well as his thoughts on the future of financial services. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in banking innovation and digital transformation.

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