P. I. T. Exchange

[Special Release] Why Cash Still Matters in Ghana – Jay Zagorsky [Season 2 | Episode #31]

We’re celebrating the Bank of Ghana Cedi’s 60th anniversary with a special episode of P.I.T. Exchange—recorded just in time for the Cedi@60 Anniversary Currency Conference. In this insightful conversation, our host sits down with Professor Jay Zagorsky, author of The Power of Cash and a faculty member at Boston University’s School of Business, to unpack the real reasons cash continues to anchor Ghana’s financial system, even as mobile money and digital rails soar. Tune in now!

Future Trail-blazing Leaders in Payments - Julia Streets- Season 2 | Episode #30

 In the latest episode, our host sits down with Julia Streets, founder and CEO of Streets Consulting and fintech thought leader, to explore how leadership, technology, and culture intersect in this dynamic landscape. From the rise of AI, blockchain, and CBDCs to the human side of hybrid work and multigenerational collaboration, the conversation dives deep into the forces redefining the global payments ecosystem. Tune in now!

The Role of AI in Modernizing Cash Processing: What You Need to Know - Jamie Cockerell [Season 2 | Episode #29]

In the latest episode of The P.I.T. Exchange, our hosts speaks with Jamie Cockerell, Managing Director at Enterprise Cash Management (ECM), about how technology, data, and people are transforming the future of cash management. Drawing on ECM’s rich history and Jamie’s extensive experience, this episode delves into how innovation, analytics, and organizational culture can work together to enhance efficiency, security, and resilience across the cash ecosystem.

From BNPL to Quantum: What’s Really Driving Change in Payments?- Alan Koenigsberg [Season 2 | Episode #28]

The latest episode dives deep into the rapid evolution of the global payments ecosystem. Our host sits down with Alan Koenigsberg, CEO of Koenigsberg Insights, for a wide-ranging discussion on how innovation, regulation and emerging risks are reshaping the way money moves. From the rise of Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) and stablecoins to the growing influence of quantum computing and open banking, this conversation brings clarity to some of the most complex forces driving change in the industry.

Nexus Global Payments – Andrew McCormack - Season 2 | Episode #27

From the complexities of governance and open standards to the role of AI and collaboration among central banks, this conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most ambitious payments project in the world. Tune in for practical insights, lessons from the field, and a glimpse into how Nexus is redefining cross-border payment infrastructure.

Donna Kinoshita - Payments Canada: All about the new Real Time Rail - Season 2 | Episode #26

Canada’s payments landscape is entering a new era. In this episode, our host speaks with Donna Kinoshita, Chief Payments Officer at Payments Canada, about the forces driving change, from fresh political leadership and expanded access for new players, to the long-awaited launch of the Real-Time Rail.

[Special Release] How is Ghana Celebrating 60 Years of the Cedi and Its Economic Evolution? - Bernard Otabil - Season 2 | Episode #25

P.I.T Exchange is back with another special release episode, recorded against the vibrant backdrop of the Asia Cash Cycle Seminar in beautiful Bali. Our host sits down with Bernard Otabil from the Central Bank of Ghana to reflect on 60 years of the Ghanaian cedi, from its role as symbol of national pride to its position at the heart of Ghana's economic evolution. Together they explore how this milestone connects history, culture and the future of money in one of Africa's most dynamic economies.

[Special Release] The Catalysts for Change: Amanda Wick on Global Finance - Season 2 | Episode #24

Our special release episode features an in-depth conversation with Amanda Wick, principal at Insight Consulting, former federal prosecutor, and author of The Catalysts. In conversation with our host, Amanda unpacks eight powerful forces transforming the payments ecosystem, from declining institutional trust and the rise of decentralized finance to global competition and regulatory fragmentation. With her unique background, she offers a rare, behind-the-scenes perspective on how technology, policy and politics intersect to shape financial services today.

From Travelers to Charities: The Journey of Foreign Coins and Their Untapped Potential - Scott Hutchings - Season 2 | Episode #23

In the latest episode, we dive deep into the world of payments innovation, focusing on a niche but critical aspect: the movement and repatriation of physical coins across borders. Scott Hutchings from Global Coin Solutions (GCS) together with our host, unpack the hidden challenges of cross-border coin logistics, from navigating regulations to tackling sustainability and resource efficiency.

Insights from the 2025 Digital Currency Conference: CBDCs, Stablecoins, Quantum-Resistant Payments, and More - Carter & Riley - Season 2 | Episode #22

The digital finance landscape is shifting faster than ever and staying ahead means keeping pace with the conversations shaping its future. In our special episode, we unpack the highlights from the 2025 Digital Currency Conference in Bangkok, where central banks, financial institutions, and tech leaders explored the next frontier of money.