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Why HBCUs Must Be at the Forefront of Fintech Education
Fintech is transforming the financial landscape, from mobile banking and digital payments to blockchain and cryptocurrency. For Black...
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Tennessee State Alum Builds Platform to Fund HBCUs
When we talk about community economics , it can sometimes feel abstract — a buzzword tucked into reports and panels. But Tennessee State...
Casey Ariel Thobias
Apr 242 min read


Scaling Inclusive Finance: Balancing Innovation with Responsibility
Fintech innovation has the potential to redefine financial access for millions of underserved individuals. However, with rapid growth...
Casey Ariel Thobias
Jan 33 min read


The Power of Due Diligence: Ethical Expansion into New Financial Markets.
Expanding into new financial markets offers fintech companies exciting opportunities for growth, innovation, and impact. However, without...
Casey Ariel Thobias
Jan 13 min read


The Historical Roots of Exclusion in Finance
Financial systems have long been a driving force of economic development, but they have also been a tool of exclusion for marginalized...
Casey Ariel Thobias
Dec 4, 20243 min read


Breaking Barriers: Leveraging Partnerships for Inclusive Finance
Creating financial inclusion requires more than innovative technology—it requires collaboration. Fintech companies that form strategic...
Casey Ariel Thobias
Dec 4, 20243 min read


Data-Driven Insights: Designing Surveys and Focus Groups for Financial Inclusion
For fintech companies committed to financial inclusion, understanding the needs and behaviors of underserved communities is essential....
Casey Ariel Thobias
Nov 14, 20243 min read


Why Mission and Culture Matter for Financial Inclusion
In an age when global adoption of financial technology solutions is on the rise, having a clear mission and a supportive, inclusive...
Casey Ariel Thobias
Nov 14, 20243 min read


JP Morgan’s “Infinite Money” Scandal: What Fintechs Can Learn About Managing Growth Risks
A recent scandal involving JP Morgan has revealed yet another pitfall of unchecked growth and loose risk controls. The scandal centers on...
Casey Ariel Thobias
Nov 9, 20242 min read


Lessons from TD Bank’s Money Laundering Scandal: Why Fintechs Must Prioritize Risk Management
In recent years, financial institutions have come under increasing scrutiny for their practices around transparency and compliance. TD...
Casey Ariel Thobias
Nov 9, 20242 min read


Learning from Wells Fargo: The Cost of Misaligned Values in Finance
In the world of finance, alignment between a company’s stated values and its operational practices is essential to building trust,...
Casey Ariel Thobias
Nov 9, 20243 min read


Uncovering Bias: Reflecting on Assumptions in Financial Services
In the financial industry, assumptions can drive the design, implementation, and accessibility of services. When left unexamined, these...
Casey Ariel Thobias
Nov 9, 20243 min read


The Power of Defining Core Beliefs in Finance
In today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape, defining core beliefs and principles is more critical than ever, especially for fintech...
Casey Ariel Thobias
Nov 9, 20244 min read
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