P. I. T. Exchange
P.I.T. Exchange is a podcast by Currency Research that delves into the latest in payments, innovation & technology, engaging with the industry’s most innovative thought leaders to provide invaluable knowledge and insights. Tune in to be part of the exchange at the intersection of payments and technology.
Disclaimer: While we embrace open dialogue and value diverse perspectives, it’s important to note that the views expressed by individuals in our podcast episodes are entirely their own. They may not necessarily align with the views, opinions, or positions of the organization they are associated with.
Episodes
![From BNPL to Quantum: What’s Really Driving Change in Payments?- Alan Koenigsberg [Season 2 | Episode #28]](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog18192328/Alan_Koenigsberg_PIT_Exchange_S2_288h2sd_300x300.jpg)
Friday Oct 24, 2025
Friday Oct 24, 2025
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.

Thursday Oct 09, 2025
Thursday Oct 09, 2025
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.

Thursday Oct 02, 2025
Thursday Oct 02, 2025
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](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog18192328/Bernard_Otabil_PIT_Exchange_S2_2579o4m_300x300.jpg)
Tuesday Sep 30, 2025
Tuesday Sep 30, 2025
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](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog18192328/Amanda_Wick_PIT_Exchange_S2_24_updatedbil6a_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Sep 25, 2025
Thursday Sep 25, 2025
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.

Thursday Sep 18, 2025
Thursday Sep 18, 2025
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.

Friday Sep 05, 2025
Friday Sep 05, 2025
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.

Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
The U.S. payments landscape is experiencing a transformative shift fueled by technological innovation, evolving regulations, and heightened security demands. In the latest P.I.T. Exchange episode, our host speaks with Shonda Clay, a leading voice in the Federal Reserve Financial Services payments division, to unpack the major developments reshaping payments in America.

Friday Aug 15, 2025
Friday Aug 15, 2025
In our special podcast episode, we take you inside the 2025 Currency Conference in Bangkok, where central bankers, fintech leaders, and technology innovators explored the rapidly changing landscape of money. The conference theme, “Panta Rei” (everything flows), perfectly captured the dynamic interplay between physical cash and digital payments in today’s world.

Thursday Aug 07, 2025
Thursday Aug 07, 2025
In the latest episode of The P.I.T. Exchange, featuring Marcel Beer Kremnitzer, a seasoned expert from the Central Bank of Brazil and consultant for the World Bank and OECD where we dive deep into the evolving world of payments innovation, focusing on stablecoins, their challenges, and the broader quest for financial inclusion.





