Episode 340
The 25 Questions and Answers That Will Define Finance & Treasury in 2025 with Craig Jeffery
In this rapid-fire Q&A podcast, Craig Jeffery explores the future of treasury in 2025, sharing insights on the key trends shaping the industry. Topics include AI, real-time payments, ESG, digital assets, cybersecurity, and more!
0:00 Intro
1:07 Interest rates
1:43 AI cash forecasting tools
2:14 DeFi solutions for Treasury
2:35 Blockchain
3:02 Real-time payments investing
3:46 ESG factors
4:20 Working capital vs liquidity
5:52 Digital assets
6:28 Cross-border payments
7:03 Cloud TMS
7:54 AI analytics
8:47 Real-time global cash visibility
9:36 Machine learning in cashflow forecasting
10:24 Risk insights
11:02 Embedded finance
11:52 FinTech’s vs Banks for corporates
13:14 CBDCs use in corporate treasury
13:52 Supply chain finance
14:28 Cybersecurity
15:38 Automation
16:12 Faster payments
16:46 Risk vs. Optimizing cashflow
17:28 Innovation vs. security
19:04 Multi-currency
19:33 Are treasury departments ready for 2025 fintech risks?
21:17 Outro
Host:
Jon Jeffery,
Strategic Treasurer
Speaker:
Craig Jeffery,
Strategic Treasurer
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