FINANZ Podcast

Wie verändern Stablecoins und staatliche Digitalwährungen das Finanzsystem? Welche Chancen und Risiken ergeben sich für institutionelle Anleger und welche Rolle spielt Bitcoin in diesem Zusammenspiel? In dieser Folge diskutieren vier Expertinnen und Experten aus Banking, Wirtschaft und Digital Finance über die Auswirkungen digitaler Währungen und die Zukunft des Finanzmarkts.
Michael Eidel (YAPEAL AG), Serge Kaulitz (Luzerner Kantonalbank), Tina Jessop (LGT Private Banking) und Markus Fehn (Chartered Investment) bringen ihre unterschiedlichen Perspektiven in die Diskussion ein. Moderiert von Thierry Hess, Partner & Head of Blockchain & Digital Assets bei vision&, beleuchtet die Runde die Entwicklungen rund um digitale Vermögenswerte, Blockchain und Tokenisierung sowie die Chancen und Herausforderungen für traditionelle Finanzinstitute.
🔎 Key Topics:
Stablecoins und ihre Rolle im Finanzsystem
Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs)
Bitcoin und digitale Vermögenswerte
Chancen und Risiken für institutionelle Anleger
Blockchain und Tokenisierung
Digitale Finanzinfrastrukturen
Die Zukunft des Schweizer Finanzplatzes
👤 Speakers:
Michael Eidel, CEO, YAPEAL AG
Serge Kaulitz, Head DLT/Blockchain/Digital Assets, Luzerner Kantonalbank (LUKB)
Tina Jessop, Senior Economist, LGT Private Banking
Markus Fehn, Managing Director, Chartered Investment
👤 Moderation:
Thierry Hess, Partner & Head of Blockchain & Digital Assets, vision&
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Disclaimer
DE: Der Inhalt dieser Folge dient der allgemeinen Information und ist keine Empfehlung zum Kauf oder zur Veräusserung bestimmter Finanzinstrumente. Alle Angaben sind ohne Gewähr und es handelt sich nicht um Anlageberatung.

EN: The content of this episode is for general information purposes only and does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell specific financial instruments. All information is provided without guarantee and does not constitute investment advice.

Which products, services and infrastructure are banks building for the next wave of Bitcoin adoption? From custody to tokenisation and credit solutions, this episode explores which models could create real value for banks and their clients.
The discussion brings together experts from banking, digital asset services and blockchain infrastructure to examine how financial institutions are expanding their Bitcoin-related offerings. The speakers explore the role of regulated custody and trading solutions, new Bitcoin-based products, tokenisation and the integration of digital assets into traditional financial services.
The episode provides insights into the opportunities and challenges of building the next generation of banking services around Bitcoin and how financial institutions can respond to the evolving needs of their clients.
🔎 Key Topics:
New banking services around Bitcoin
Bitcoin custody and regulated trading solutions
Tokenisation and digital asset infrastructure
Bitcoin-based financial products
Crypto credit solutions and new business models
Institutional adoption of Bitcoin
Integrating digital assets into traditional banking
The future of Bitcoin in financial services
👤 Speakers:
Pascal Eberle, Chief of Staff, Sygnum
Kay Wäfler, Digital Assets Manager, PostFinance
David Forcucci, Sales Manager, Crypto Finance
Sandro Knöpfel, Global Business Development Lead, Cardano Foundation
👤 Moderation:
Zana Iseni (Mrs. Zatoshi), Co-Founder, Satoshis Daughters
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Disclaimer
DE: Der Inhalt dieser Folge dient der allgemeinen Information und ist keine Empfehlung zum Kauf oder zur Veräusserung bestimmter Finanzinstrumente. Alle Angaben sind ohne Gewähr und es handelt sich nicht um Anlageberatung.

EN: The content of this episode is for general information purposes only and does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell specific financial instruments. All information is provided without guarantee and does not constitute investment advice.

n this special episode, emerging start-ups take the stage to present their ideas, business models and innovative approaches to a finance-focused audience. The pitches offer insights into new companies, technologies and solutions that have the potential to shape the future of the financial industry.
From innovative business models to new technologies and forward-looking solutions, the start-up pitches showcase entrepreneurial ideas and perspectives from the next generation of finance. The episode provides a compact look at the companies and concepts presented and highlights the diversity of innovation across the financial ecosystem.
🔎 Key Topics:
Start-up innovation in finance
New business models and technologies
FinTech and financial innovation
Emerging companies and entrepreneurial ideas
New solutions for the financial industry
Innovation and digital transformation
The future of finance
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DE: Der Inhalt dieser Folge dient der allgemeinen Information und ist keine Empfehlung zum Kauf oder zur Veräusserung bestimmter Finanzinstrumente. Alle Angaben sind ohne Gewähr und es handelt sich nicht um Anlageberatung.

EN: The content of this episode is for general information purposes only and does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell specific financial instruments. All information is provided without guarantee and does not constitute investment advice.

Generative and agentic AI are increasingly shaping the financial sector. In this panel discussion, experts explore where these technologies can create genuine added value, where their use is beneficial and where it may be excessive. The discussion also addresses the key challenges that need to be overcome to optimize processes and services and generate a sustainable return on investment.
The panel brings together perspectives from financial institutions, academia and consulting to examine the practical opportunities and challenges of generative and agentic AI in finance. The speakers discuss applications in areas such as risk management, regulatory compliance, financial data science and banking, while also considering the importance of governance, risk management and responsible implementation.
🔎 Key Topics:
Generative AI and agentic AI in finance
Practical applications and added value
AI-driven process optimization and automation
Risk management and model governance
Regulatory compliance and financial regulation
Opportunities and limitations of AI in financial services
Sustainable return on investment from AI
Challenges of implementing AI in banking and finance
👤 Speakers:
Sanja Hukovic, Head of AI and Model Risk Management, LSEG
Bledar Fazlija, Researcher and Senior Lecturer in Financial Data Science, ZHAW
Marcus Wunsch, Researcher and Senior Lecturer in Banking & Finance, ZHAW
Meriton Ibraimi, Managing Consultant, Geissbühler Weber & Partner AG
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DE: Der Inhalt dieser Folge dient der allgemeinen Information und ist keine Empfehlung zum Kauf oder zur Veräusserung bestimmter Finanzinstrumente. Alle Angaben sind ohne Gewähr und es handelt sich nicht um Anlageberatung.

EN: The content of this episode is for general information purposes only and does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell specific financial instruments. All information is provided without guarantee and does not constitute investment advice.

Active ETFs are gaining momentum. New structures, evolving regulations and growing investor demand are expanding the ETF universe beyond traditional index tracking. How do active ETFs work in practice and what makes them attractive for investors and issuers?
In this episode, the speakers discuss how active ETFs are evolving, what is driving their growth and how new approaches are expanding the possibilities beyond traditional index tracking. The conversation explores the perspectives of ETF strategists, product specialists, asset managers and index providers on the opportunities and challenges shaping this growing segment.
🔎 Key Topics:
Active ETFs and the evolution beyond traditional index tracking
New ETF structures and approaches
Regulatory developments and their impact on active ETFs
Investor demand and the changing ETF landscape
Opportunities and considerations for ETF issuers
Product innovation and index solutions
The future of active ETFs in Europe
👤 Speakers:
Ryan Reardon, Senior ETF Strategist, SPDR ETF Strategy & Research, State Street Investment Management
Eamonn O'Callaghan, Global Head of ETF Product, CACEIS Ireland Limited
Richard Adams, Head of EMEA, American Century Investments
Valentin Druon, Senior Sales, Index, ICE
👤 Moderation:
Liam Martin, CFA, Senior Director, Global Insights, Broadridge
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Disclaimer
DE: Der Inhalt dieser Folge dient der allgemeinen Information und ist keine Empfehlung zum Kauf oder zur Veräusserung bestimmter Finanzinstrumente. Alle Angaben sind ohne Gewähr und es handelt sich nicht um Anlageberatung.

EN: The content of this episode is for general information purposes only and does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell specific financial instruments. All information is provided without guarantee and does not constitute investment advice.