100. 2023 year in rewind and predictions for 2024

In this episode, hosts Gustav and Johan discuss the key happenings and takeaways in the fintech space for the year 2023. Major topics include the Silicon Valley Bank explosion and its effect on the venture, investment and fintech ecosystem, the volatile year for cryptocurrency with examples like Binance's regulatory issues and Solana's rise, the failure of Apple and Goldman Sachs' collaboration, the improvement in AI-assisted banking and payments and how open banking is gaining market traction. The episode wraps up with predictions for the future, including trends in cryptocurrency and AI affecting fintech, followed by the hosts' picks for the year's major 'flips' and 'flops'. 00:00 Introduction and Year Wrap Up 00:57 Reflections on 2023: The Silicon Valley Bank Explosion 03:21 The Reemergence of Cryptocurrencies 04:15 The Binance Scandal and its Impact 07:23 The Apple and Goldman Sachs Breakup 09:26 The Future of PSD3 12:42 Predictions for the Future of Fintech 20:08 The Role of AI in Fintech 29:09 Flips and Flops of the Year 42:03 Conclusion and Farewell