Welcome, everyone, to our first episode in our series of podcasts on payments and financial technology. In today’s episode we dive deep into the future of payments right here in Canada. We’ve invited a true industry expert, a thought leader in enterprise payments, to shed light on the fascinating landscape of real-time payments and the futuristic use cases that are shaping the way we transact, invest, and manage our finances.

Now, you might be wondering why real-time payments matter, especially in the Canadian context. Well, as our lives become increasingly fast-paced and digital, the way we exchange value is also evolving at lightning speed. Real-time payments are at the forefront of this transformation, revolutionizing the way businesses and individuals handle their financial transactions.

Today, we’ll explore the current state of real-time payments in the Great White North, uncovering the technologies and initiatives that are driving this revolution. But that’s not all; we’re also taking a leap into the future. Our guest will share their visionary insights into the futuristic use cases that could reshape the Canadian payment landscape as we know it.

Whether you’re a seasoned industry professional, a curious entrepreneur, or simply someone intrigued by the possibilities of modern finance, this episode promises to offer valuable insights and exciting perspectives. So, grab your favorite beverage, get comfortable, and let’s embark on this journey together. Without further ado, let’s welcome our expert guest, ____, to share their knowledge and vision on the state of real-time payments and the exciting future that awaits us in Canada.

Timeline:

00:00 Start

00:45 Introduction

01:22 Introduction to Kamran Sethi

02:23 Understanding of payments

07:30 Emerging payments trends

12:30 Success factors of RTP

15:00 Challenges to the growth of real time payment in Canada

18:00 Role of different ecosystem players

21:00 Evolution of Real Time Payments

24:00 Role of Swift

26:00 Regulatory environment