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Your hosts, Tom Meehan, CIO and CISO at CONTROLTEK and Shaun Ferrari, Global Cash Product Director at Currency Research share the latest information on the issues affecting the world of cash today.
Featuring interviews with top industry experts and thought leaders, you’ll have a close look at trends, strategies, and technology influencing the world of cash. Stay informed on topics like cash security, payments technology, risks, the cash supply chain, and learn about strategies to support better cash security and management.
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What does the future of cash really look like? In this episode of the Cash News Podcast, Shaun Ferrari and Brad Moody share their biggest takeaways from The Banknote Conference, discussing the trends shaping currency around the world. From advances in banknote security and sustainability to central bank perspectives, cash handling innovation, CBDCs, and payment preferences, they explore why cash continues to play a vital role in the global economy and what comes next for the industry.
As hurricane season begins, it's a timely reminder that resilience isn't just about technology—it's about preparation. In this episode of the Cash News Podcast, Tom Meehan and Brad Moody discuss why cash continues to play a critical role during natural disasters, power outages, cyber incidents, and other unexpected disruptions. Drawing on firsthand experiences from Hurricane Sandy, major blackouts, and recent flooding events, they explore the importance of business continuity, cash visibility, and having a practical plan in place before an emergency strikes.
Whether you're responsible for managing cash operations or simply want to be better prepared, this conversation offers valuable insights into why cash remains an essential part of resilience in an increasingly digital world.
Tom Meehan and Brad Moody are LIVE from Washington D.C. at the Currency Research Banknote Conference discussing the future of cash, global currency innovation, payment choice, and why cash continues to play a critical role around the world.
In this episode of The Cash News Podcast, Brad Moody sits down with Jason Siemens, President & CEO of NamSys Inc., to discuss the evolving role of cash in today’s economy.
From changing consumer payment habits and ATM trends to CIT operations, retailer demands, and the future of payment choice, Jason shares insights from working across the global cash ecosystem. The conversation explores how technology, convenience, inflation, and digital payments are reshaping the industry while reinforcing why cash still plays a critical role in financial accessibility, resilience, and economic stability.
Listen in for an honest discussion on where the cash industry is headed and what businesses should be paying attention to next.
In this episode of The Cash News Podcast, Brad Moody sits down with Siôn Roberts, President of DTS, to discuss the current state of cash and what it means for retailers.
They explore why cash continues to play a critical role despite the rise of digital payments, how usage varies across different regions and store types, and how consumer behavior is shaping the way cash flows through the retail environment. The conversation also dives into how retailers are adapting, balancing cost, efficiency, and visibility while rethinking traditional cash handling models.
From cash-heavy environments to lower-volume stores, this episode highlights the growing need for flexible, practical approaches to managing cash and maintaining control across the entire ecosystem.
Cash isn’t going away, but “cashless by default” is spreading fast. On this episode of The Cash News, Brad Moody, Tom Meehan, and Shaun Ferrari are joined by Jeff Thinnes, Founder & CEO of JTI and Cofounder/Advisor at the Payment Choice Coalition. They break down why the cash ecosystem needs a stronger, unified voice, what the Payment Choice Act is designed to do, and the new survey data that challenges the myth that Americans are done with cash. Plus, real-world examples of what happens when systems go down and cash becomes the only reliable option.
In this new episode of The Cash News Podcast, Tom, Shaun, and Brad take a step back from the U.S. and European lens to explore what’s really happening with cash around the world.
While digital payments continue to expand, much of the developing world is seeing continued growth in cash usage, not decline. From Africa and Latin America to parts of Asia, cash remains essential for everyday transactions, creating new challenges around infrastructure, vault capacity, currency production, and logistics.
The team discusses why volume matters more than value when it comes to cash, the realities of deploying digital payment systems in cash-intensive economies, and why education, trust, and infrastructure are often the biggest barriers to adoption. They also explore real-world examples of what works, what doesn’t, and why there is no one-size-fits-all solution for the future of payments.
A timely conversation on resilience, inclusion, and the evolving global cash ecosystem.
Cash isn’t going anywhere — and new data proves it.
In this episode of The Cash News Podcast, Tom Meehan and Brad Moody break down the latest survey results tied to the Payments Choice Act and what they reveal about how Americans feel about cash today.
They discuss why payment choice matters, how cash supports underbanked communities, and why privacy and resilience are becoming bigger drivers in the payments conversation. From budgeting habits to real-world outages that disrupt digital payments, this episode reinforces a simple truth: cash works when everything else doesn’t.
This is a short primer episode, with more to come — including upcoming guest conversations that will dig deeper into the findings.
In this episode of The Cash News Podcast, Brad Moody and Shaun Ferrari unpack the data behind holiday spending, consumer confidence, and payment behavior as we close out the year. From Black Friday and Cyber Monday trends to inflation, unemployment, and credit usage, the conversation explores why spending is rising even as confidence falls. They also zoom out to a global perspective, sharing insights from recent international currency discussions and why cash continues to play a critical role around the world. A timely discussion on culture, behavior, and the evolving role of cash in today’s economy.
What happens when artificial intelligence takes over the mic? In this special episode of The Cash News Podcast, our AI hosts lead the conversation—diving deep into how technology, risk, and resilience intersect in today’s volatile world.
From evolving cyber and physical threats to the myth of “static resilience,” this takeover explores why adaptability, integration, and continuous evolution are now essential for business survival.
Join the AI hosts for a thought-provoking discussion inspired by insights from Tom Meehan, CFI, on how organizations can build dynamic resilience strategies to thrive in constant change.
In this AI-hosted episode, we explore why cash remains essential even as digital payments dominate. The discussion starts with the October 2025 AWS outage and how a single failure in the US-East-1 cluster rippled across finance, travel, communications, entertainment, and government services.
From there, the episode examines digital exclusion, the millions who rely on cash every day, and the real-world consequences when stores go cashless. The AI hosts also unpack policy debates in the US and New Zealand, business concerns around cash handling, the hidden costs of digital payments, and the growing conversation about privacy, control, and economic freedom in a fully trackable digital system.
In this episode of The Cash News Podcast, hosts Shaun Ferrari and Brad Moody recap highlights from the Americas Cash Cycle Seminar in Miami. They discuss emerging trends in cash and digital payments across Latin America, the growing importance of payment choice, and the industry’s reaction to the penny’s removal from circulation.
From cultural perspectives on cash use to the real-world impact of rounding policies and retailer costs, this conversation dives deep into how innovation, policy, and practicality intersect in today’s cash ecosystem.
Whether you’re a banker, retailer, or payments professional, this episode offers a global perspective on how the cash industry is evolving—and why it still matters.
In this episode, hosts Shaun Ferrari and Brad Moody recap a packed fall conference season, from Frankfurt to Chicago. They share insights from SWIFT’s Sibos conference and the Secure Cash Transport Association event, exploring how stablecoins, instant payments, and innovation in cash logistics are shaping today’s financial ecosystem. Tune in for key takeaways from global discussions on cooperation, technology, and the future of cash.
In this episode of The Cash News Podcast, host Brad Moody sits down with Josh Cootware, an international operations expert with years of experience managing programs in regions like Libya, Iraq, Nigeria, and Syria.
Josh shares his firsthand stories about how cash really works in developing and conflict-affected economies, from black-market currency exchanges to the challenges of opening foreign bank accounts, the reality of carrying bags of cash through busy streets, and the hidden bureaucracy behind every transaction.
Discover how access, trust, and culture shape the use of cash across the globe and why, in many places, cash is still the most reliable currency of all.
This week’s Cash News Podcast is an AI-powered takeover. Using the Federal Reserve’s 2024 Diary of Consumer Payment Choice, we break down the paradox of modern payments. Credit cards and mobile tap-to-pay are surging, remote payments keep climbing, and yet cash use has hit a stable “floor” of about seven payments per month.
Tune in as AI digs into the data, explains what’s driving these trends, and explores why cash still plays an essential role in a digital-first economy.
In this episode of The Cash News Podcast, hosts Tom Meehan, Shaun Ferrari, and Brad Moody dive deep into the evolving world of digital assets—focusing on stablecoins, regulation, and recent headlines shaping the crypto space. From Paxos’ $26.5M fine to the Genius Act’s potential guardrails, the conversation unpacks the risks, opportunities, and future of digital currencies in the mainstream financial system.
Whether you’re curious about compliance, security, or the role stablecoins might play in global markets, this episode offers insights into what’s next for cash and crypto.
n this episode of The Cash News Podcast, hosts Tom Meehan, Shaun Ferrari, and Brad Moody unpack the shifting landscape of payments—from the growth of stablecoins and credit card use to the continued importance of cash in an unpredictable world. They explore how international perceptions of U.S. travel impact global events, why cash in circulation continues to rise, and the regulatory challenges of ensuring payment choice.
Whether you’re in banking, retail, or payments technology, this conversation sheds light on the evolving dynamics shaping how we pay today—and what’s coming next.
In this episode of The Cash News Podcast, Brad sits down with Mark Lowers, CEO of Lowers Risk Group and President of the Secure Cash & Transport Association (SCTA). They discuss the evolving challenges in high‑risk industries, the role of the SCTA in bringing together key players across the cash ecosystem, and why the Payment Choice Coalition is fighting to keep cash as a vital payment option. From conference insights to the importance of situational awareness, this conversation offers valuable perspective for anyone connected to cash security, risk management, and critical infrastructure.
In this episode of The Cash News Podcast, Sean Ferrari and Brad Moody reunite to discuss the evolving payments landscape across Europe and beyond. From varying cash usage across France, Germany, and the UK to takeaways from the recent Currency Conference in Bangkok, they explore how cash remains a resilient, essential payment method worldwide. They also delve into the rise of stablecoins, digital currency developments, and the growing importance of consumer payment choice legislation in the U.S. Plus, hear firsthand insights from Capitol Hill as industry leaders advocate for the preservation of cash access and infrastructure in the digital age.
In this special edition of The Cash News Podcast, Brad Moody is joined by two very special guests—his daughter Lila and her boyfriend Harrison—for an honest, insightful, and often funny conversation about money through the eyes of Gen Z. From budgeting with cash to navigating mobile payments, avoiding credit traps, and debating the future of cryptocurrency and cash, this episode dives deep into how the next generation thinks about financial responsibility. Whether you're a parent, a student, or just curious about how younger consumers manage money, this episode is full of fresh perspective, real talk, and a few dad jokes.
This episode of The Cash News Podcast is brought to you by the AI team — stepping in to explore a topic that’s everywhere in sustainability conversations: What exactly is “recycled” plastic?
We break down the key differences between post-consumer recycled (PCR) and post-industrial recycled materials — from where they come from to why they matter. Whether you're navigating packaging claims or sourcing materials, understanding this distinction helps make smarter choices for both the environment and your business.
Short, insightful, and full of clarity — just the way we like it.
In this episode of The Cash News Podcast, Tom Meehan and Shaun Ferrari dive into recent real-world disruptions—like the power outage in Spain—that reinforce the critical role of cash in our modern payment landscape. From personal stories of system failures at airports and restaurants to a broader discussion about payment choice, digital overdependence, and economic uncertainty, this candid conversation highlights why cash remains essential. The hosts also tackle consumer behavior, economic signals like GDP and tariffs, and the rising impact of AI on financial systems and decision-making. It’s a timely reminder: when tech fails, cash prevails.
This week, The Cash News Podcast goes live from the IACOA Conference! Brad and Shaun bring listeners on-site updates from the event and sit down with Michael Gaul from Lowers Risk Group to discuss the evolving risk landscape, industry trends, and key takeaways from the conference. Tune in for fresh insights straight from the floor of one of the industry’s leading events.
In this special episode of The Cash News Podcast, we're trying something new—an AI-generated deep dive into a timely topic. Inspired by a piece written by CONTROLTEK CFO Brian Gross, we explore how currency fluctuations affect global security product sourcing and share key risk management strategies from a CFO’s perspective. Tune in to hear our AI guest host break it all down.
In this episode, Tom, Shaun, and new co-host Brad dig into the evolving relationship between cash and digital payments. They break down a fresh study on generational payment preferences, explore how tech is reshaping the payment landscape, and reflect on why cash still holds its ground. The trio also dives into the role of AI in banking and the growing push for tighter regulation.
Is digital convenience enough to replace cash? Or is a blended future more likely? Join the conversation and find out where the world of payments is headed next.
In this episode, we welcome Brad Moody as the new host of the podcast. With a fresh perspective and a sharp mic presence, Brad’s ready to carry the conversation forward. Tune in as we chat about what’s ahead, what listeners can expect, and why Brad’s the right voice for this next chapter.
In this episode of The Cash News Podcast, Tom Meehan and Shaun Ferrari explore key trends in Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) in the financial sector. From regulatory challenges to emerging use cases, they discuss how central banks are leveraging these technologies to shape the future of payments and banking. Tune in for an insightful discussion on the evolving landscape of digital currency and AI, and what it means for the cash industry.
Welcome to The Cash News Podcast, where hosts Tom Meehan and Shaun Ferrari dive into all things cash and payments. In this episode, they chat about the latest trends, like AI's role in preventing payment fraud, how real-time payments are evolving, and what these changes mean for the industry. Tune in for an engaging mix of industry insights and friendly conversation!
In this episode of The Cash News Podcast, Tom Meehan and Shaun Ferrari discuss Target's decision to stop accepting personal checks. They explore the impact on customers and retailers, delve into check fraud, and examine the shift towards digital payments and fraud prevention. Tune in for insights on the evolving landscape of retail payments!
In this episode of The Cash News Podcast, Tom Meehan interviews Chris Satomassimo, Partner of OGC Solutions, on data privacy, the pitfalls of AI in legal contexts, and insurance coverage. They discuss the importance of thorough validation, the nuances of cyber insurance, and the need for strong employee training and response plans. Chris also highlights the evolving role of CFOs in managing both finance and operations. Tune in for essential insights on these critical topics!
In this episode of The Cash News Podcast, Tom and Shaun recount their firsthand experiences from the recent Currency Research Banknote Conference. They discuss event highlights, engaging sessions, and interactions with industry experts. Join them for a casual and insightful conversation about their time at one of the industry’s most anticipated events.
In this episode Tom & Shaun dive into the world of AI and how it affects the world finance.
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In this episode Tom & Shaun discuss the evolving landscape in instant payments.
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In this episode Tom & Shaun kick off the New Year discussing what is to come in cash and payments in 2024!
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In this episode Tom & Shaun are joined by the guys in the green for their recording at ACCS. They chat about the topics and trends discussed at the show.
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In this episode Tom & Shaun are recording on the show floor of AFP 2023. They chat about the topics and trends discussed at the show.
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In this episode Tom & Shaun are recording on the show floor of AFP 2023. They chat about the topics and trends discussed at the show.
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Tom & Shaun chat about current events in the cash and payments industry and upcoming Currency Research shows.
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Join us for a special episode of The Cash News! In episode 50, Tom and Shaun are joined by Jens Seidl. They chat about current events in the cash and payments industry and upcoming Currency Research shows.
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This episode Tom & Shaun discuss the news and events taking place this summer in the payments and cash industry.
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This special edition of The Cash News Podcast features captivating insights and discussions from the prestigious Currency Conference held in Mexico City, hosted by Currency Research. This episode offers an incredible opportunity for listeners to gain exclusive access to the ideas and expertise shared during the Currency Conference.
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This episode Shaun is live at IACOA in Dallas, TX.
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This episode Tom & Shaun discuss the current banking news and the upcoming currency conference.
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This episode Tom & Shaun are joined by Brad Moody. They go into depth on new revelations of the SVB banking collapse.
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This episode Tom & Shaun break down the Silicon Valley Bank collapse and other banking news.
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This episode Tom & Shaun discuss Digital Currencies.
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This week Tom and Shaun discuss CBDC's, Digital Dollar Project, and Digital Payments. Make sure to like and subscribe to stay up to date on all things cash and currency.
This episode Tom & Shaun are joined by Tom Mitchell from Currency Research to share updates live from Currency Research New Year's Meet and Greet.
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This episode Tom & Shaun are joined by Tom Mitchell from Currency Research to share some updates and to talk about what's in store for 2023.
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This episode Tom & Shaun are live from San Diego at the Americas Cash Cycle Seminar 2022 during day two. Join us to get insight and topics about the show.
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This episode Tom & Shaun are live from San Diego at the Americas Cash Cycle Seminar 2022 during day one. Join us to get insight and topics about the show.
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This week Shaun is live from Manila, Philippines at the Asia Cash Cycle Seminar 2022. Join us as you get a behind the scenes look at the booth and the topics for the show.
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In the latest episode of the Cash News Podcast, Tom and Shaun are joined by Scott Hutchings, Founder and President of Global Coin Solutions. Global Coin Solutions is the only full service company in North America that focuses on foreign currency fundraising. Scott’s passion to help charities raise funds has driven him to push the envelope with leftover foreign currency fundraising.
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In the latest episode of the Cash News Podcast, Tom and Shaun are joined by Scott Hutchings, Founder and President of Global Coin Solutions. Global Coin Solutions is the only full service company in North America that focuses on foreign currency fundraising. Scott’s passion to help charities raise funds has driven him to push the envelope with leftover foreign currency fundraising.
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This week Tom and Shaun discuss Loan Forgiveness, Inflation, and CBDC's. Make sure to like and subscribe to stay up to date on all things cash and currency.
This week Tom and Shaun discuss Loan Forgiveness, Inflation, and CBDC's. Make sure to like and subscribe to stay up to date on all things cash and currency.
This week Tom and Shaun discuss payments in retail, cashier-less stores and upcoming events. Make sure to like and subscribe to stay up to date on all things cash and currency.
This week Tom and Shaun discuss the recent news regarding China, Russia and other BRICS countries possible creating a new reserve currency. Make sure to like and subscribe to stay up to date on all things cash and currency.
This week Tom and Shaun discuss cash usage post-pandemic, digital payment outages in Canada, the recent crypto crash and current state of inflation in the US. Make sure to like and subscribe to stay up to date on all things cash and currency.
In the latest episode of the Cash News Podcast, Tom and Shaun are joined by Noel Thomas, CEO of Zero Trafficking. Zero Trafficking is a data company that brings innovative data, analysis, and training solutions to the frontlines of anti-trafficking. They have honed their intelligence gathering methodologies to exploit the criminal business practices of human traffickers at their point of vulnerability.
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This week Tom and Shaun discuss inflation, where the economy stands and whether or not a recession is coming. Be sure to like and subscribe to stay up to date on all things cash and currency.
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This week Tom and Shaun discuss inflation and what's next for the economy as the Fed raises interest rates, cash circulation post-pandemic, gas prices and cryptocurrency. Be sure to like and subscribe to stay up to date on all things cash and currency.
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This week Tom and Shaun recap the Smarter Faster Payments Conference and discuss the future of cash and how it relates to digital banking and payments. Make sure to like and subscribe to stay up to date on all things cash and currency.
This week Tom and Shaun feature a presentation from the Banknote and Currency Conference by Mark Gould, Chief Payments Executive Federal Reserve Financial Services, where he discusses cash and the Federal Reserve's payment strategy
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This week Tom and Shaun discuss digital payment platforms and what the prevalence of these platforms mean for the future of physical banks. Make sure to like and subscribe to stay up to date on all things cash and currency. Use code SHAUN&TOM on currencyresearch.com for a discount on downloads!
This week Tom and Shaun discuss the factors that contributed to the current high inflation rate and what options the Fed has to correct the situation. Make sure to like and subscribe to stay up to date on all things cash and currency.
This week Tom and Shaun discuss the recent Banknote & Currency Research Conference, the war in Ukraine, SWIFT, and global digital payment trends. Make sure to like and subscribe to stay up to date on all things cash and currency.
In the latest episode of The Cash News Podcast, Tom and Shaun discuss platforms like Venmo, Zelle, and PayPal, who must now report the transactions of anyone who receives $600 or more per year in commercial earnings - giving the IRS a look into the lives of many Americans who don't currently report income.
In addition, Shaun updates us on the highly anticipated Banknote & Currency Conference Feb 21-24, 2022, in Washington DC. This joint event brings together the world's leading experts in the currency field, where the Cash News Podcast will be broadcasting live after each day at 5:45 PM EST. So listen, like, and subscribe today!
In this week's episode of the Cash News Podcast, Tom and Shaun cover various topics, including the upcoming Banknote and Currency Conference, Feb 21st - 24th, 2022, in Washington, DC. In addition, the team discusses current research around cash, contactless payment, and consumer payment choice.
In the latest episode, we bring you exclusive content from Currency Research! During the upcoming Banknote Currency Research Conference, taking place in February, there will be a deep-dive panel discussing Central Bank Digital Currency. Today, listen to a sneak peek of these experts from the upcoming panel, as they discuss cash and CBDC’s interplay, the roles of each, and how they work together. Enjoy!
In the first episode of the new year, Tom and Shaun are joined by Jason Stambaugh, the Director of Partner Experience at DTS Connex, for an exclusive conversation around online cash management trends and tools and that are designed to work with banks, couriers, devices, or systems. The ways in which retailers can enhance operational efficiencies, the centralization of data, and trends and technology around cash management tools are just some of the topics covered in this episode. Listen Now!
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In the final episode of 2021, Tom Meehan, CFI, and Shaun Ferrari recap the latest topics on cash trends, strategies, events, and technology in the world of cash and currency. Shaun also provides wonderful insight into the recent Executive Summit, in Chicago, which brought a number of great commercial Banks, CITs, suppliers, and The Federal Reserve to the table. Point of sale technology, coin, coin circulation, and what the future holds for currency volumes are among the awesome topics Shaun covers in this episode. Listen now!
On the latest episode of the Cash News podcast, Tom Meehan, CFI, and Shaun Ferrari, of Currency Research, are joined by Elizabeth Laett, managing partner at The HOLT Xchange, and returning guest, Todd Kelperis, chief executive officer of Payzel.
Among numerous fascinating topics, the team discussed the need for frictionless finance, and “frontier finance industries,” such as hydrogen power, solar power, cannabis, etc., who sometimes find the process of being banked a difficult one due to the unfamiliar terrain for traditional banks. Laett also illustrated the extensive and exciting process through which HOLT engages with potential clients, such as Payzel.
Additionally, the team covered the ways in which fintech provided critical infrastructure to the survival of countries during the height of COVID, as well as the “jagged edges” in the system of distribution of funds through governments, where for the very first time, they were forced to talk about digital currency, as the pandemic forced a new level of uncertainty into the market. Listen now!
Join Tom Meehan, CFI, and Shaun Ferrari for a deep-dive on their experience at MJBizcon, current events around cash security, currency, COVID, and some coming industry events you may be interested in. Listen now!
Welcome to the latest episode of The Cash News Podcast, where we highlight 1 minute from the last seven podcasts - allowing you to catch up on everything you may have missed! Tom and Shaun cover everything from the perceived coin shortage during COVID, technologies to enhance self-pay and self-checkout transactions, consumer spending, the booming cannabis industry, and much more.
In this episode of The Cash News, Tom Meehan, CFI, and Shaun Ferrari discuss some of the latest news in the currency world, including whether businesses can choose not to accept cash, El Salvador’s experiment with Bitcoin as legal tender, and security concerns about cryptocurrency usage in Afghanistan. Listen now.
In this episode of The Cash News, we have another exclusive recording from the Banknote & Currency Conference, hosted by Currency Research, of a presentation from Alex Bau, vice president of data and policy analysis at the Federal Reserve Cash Product Office. His team researches how cash is being used in the United States, how cash usage evolves over time, and how the cash supply chain shifts to meet those changes. In his presentation, Bau shares an overview of cash trends in the U.S. and recent data from the 2021 Diary of Consumer Payment Choice. Listen now.
In this episode of The Cash News, Tom and Shaun have an exclusive recording of a presentation by Ashley Yayock, senior director of global treasury operations at Walmart, from the Banknote & Currency Conference, hosted by Currency Research. Her team manages all the cash and checking processing operations at Walmart, partnering with banks, cash-in-transit companies, and internal operations and asset protection teams to drive efficiencies and find cost savings. Yayock shares her unique perspective on overseeing the cash flow of Walmart locations nationwide while facing unexpected disruptions to the cash supply chain since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen now...
In episode 11 of The Cash News, co-hosts Tom Meehan, CFI, and Shaun Ferrari were joined by Rod Diplock, CEO at CONTROLTEK, a leading tamper-evident packaging manufacturer in asset protection and cash management. Listen as he shares his insights and learnings used to successfully navigate employees and the company through the COVID-19 crisis.
In episode 10 of The Cash News, co-hosts Tom Meehan, CFI, and Shaun Ferrari are joined by Jessica Pohlen, vice president of global product commercialization at PayComplete, a market leader in unified financial transaction solutions for retail, transportation, and financial services. Pohlen started her career in cash security and management in Brazil, where currency circulation is a major systemic challenge for businesses. In this episode, she shares her insights on how the current status of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to the “coin shortage” along with a growing shortage of labor in the United States, and how emerging technology like automation can resolve these challenges in surprising ways.
In the latest episode of The Cash News, Tom and Shaun welcome Vik Devjee, vice president of CIMA Cash Handling America, Inc., where the team discusses how self-ordering technology has been widely adopted in tier-1 formats, but the challenge remains - how do you take cash handling technology to the point of transaction and make it a seamless experience? Listen to hear more about the massive opportunity to solve this issue and other challenges around cash management during these unprecedented times.
Welcome to the latest episode of The Cash News Podcast, where we highlight 1 minute from the last seven podcasts - allowing you to catch up on everything you may have missed! Tom and Shaun cover everything from the perceived coin shortage during COVID, consumer spending, the booming cannabis industry, the need for central bank digital currency, and much more.
Welcome to the micro-episode of The Cash News Podcast. In this episode, Tom and Shaun discuss their previous live-streaming broadcast of the podcast with Currency Research. Joined by Jamiel Sheikh and John Kiff of The Central Bank Digital Currency Think Tank, the team discussed the fervor behind central bank digital currency and its acceleration over the past 18 months, in the messaging central banks are projecting into the market, the interest in adoption, and the need to bring central banks together to share experiences and information about digital currencies. You can view a recording of the live broadcast here.
In the coming weeks, Tom and Shaun will discuss HSBC’s retail exit and what it does (and does not mean) for banking.
In the latest Cash News Podcast, Tom and Shaun are joined by Todd Kleperis, founder of Hardcar and Payzel. With over 3B dollars moved through the Federal Reserve, Todd brings an invaluable wealth of knowledge in the protection, movement, and financing of cash in the cannabis industry. We invite you to learn more about one company’s mission to build the world's most powerful cloud-based innovative finance tool for sustainable, high-growth industries like cannabis, common banking myths surrounding this fast-growing industry, and where Todd sees legislation and large banks heading in the future.
Brought to you by CONTROLTEK and Currency Research.
The rapid digitalization of payment methods during the COIVD-19 pandemic has dramatically changed the consumer landscape, therefore changing the national (and global) footprint of coin. In the latest episode of The Cash News, Tom and Shaun discuss the coin conundrum: Is there truly a shortage on coin, and as the economy reopens, will consumers return to brick-and-mortar stores and spend the cash and coin they’ve held onto for the past few months?
Brought to you by CONTROLTEK and Currency Research.
In this new episode of The Cash News Podcast, Tom and Shaun discuss the 2021 findings from the Federal Reserve Bank's Diary of Consumer Choice Choice report, s digital spending among consumers during the pandemic and digital payment methods used to address health and safety concerns and the risks surrounding these options.
Cash and payments have dramatically changed during the global pandemic. Tom and Shaun chat with Jens Seidl, President and CEO of Currency Research, about how the pandemic has accelerated many changes in the industry. One of which is digital currencies being one of the things that banks are looking at. Though many consumers have changed their habits when COVID hit the world, the digital transformation from a consumer standpoint has been happening for years. It was only when the pandemic happened that it accelerated.
Welcome to The Cash News, the podcast with informative conversations about all things currency and cash. The premier podcast for professionals in the currency industry to get the latest information on trends, strategies, and technology to support better cash security and management. On this podcast, you will hear insights on the issues that both influence and affect the world of cash today, like cash security, payments technology, risks and the cash supply chain.
Hosted by Tom Meehan, Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Information Officer at CONTROLTEK, a global leader in cash security solutions, an incredibly talented tech leader with a vast pool of experience and knowledge, author, and speaker in various technical spaces. Tom is a leading loss prevention expert in all things cybersecurity and information technology and partners with cash experts and industry associations to educate retailers and other businesses on how to improve their cash management.
Co-hosted by Shaun Ferrari, Global Cash Product Director at Currency Research, where he brings together the world’s leading experts in the currency field to share knowledge and inspire innovation to keep cash relevant, robust, and secure. Shaun has managed some of Currency Research’s biggest events, like the world’s first hybrid global currency event, the Banknote & Currency Conference.
On The Cash News each week, Tom and Shaun will discuss the latest news about cash. Featuring interviews with top industry experts and thought leaders, you’ll have a closer look at timely issues influencing the world of cash.
Brought to you by CONTROLTEK and Currency Research.
A new weekly podcast featuring informative conversations about all things currency and cash.
On this podcast, we share insights on the issues affecting the world of cash today, like cash security, payments technology, risks, and the cash supply chain. Your hosts, Tom Meehan (CONTROLTEK) and Shaun Ferrari (Currency Research) inform industry professionals by sharing the latest information on trends, strategies, and technologies. Featuring interviews with top industry experts and thought leaders, you’ll have a close look at timely issues influencing the world of cash and strategies to support better cash security and management.
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