Hype vs Responsibility in Building Fintech Products with AI

Jan 28, 2026 | AI, Fintech

Key takeaways AI speeds up fintech work. It can also blur who owns the outcome. The risk is not AI mistakes. The risk is unclear ownership when mistakes happen. Make AI durable by designing for handoffs, exceptions, and double-checking. I work in fintech product, and...

How I Overcame Pitch Anxiety, And How You Can Too

May 28, 2025 | My Journey

If you’re building a startup, at some point you’re going to have to pitch, whether to investors, accelerators, or even your first team member. For many of us, especially introverts, this is terrifying. I know, because I’ve been there. In 2024, my startup...

How to Validate a Fintech Startup Idea in the Early Stage, Lessons Beyond Checklists

May 7, 2025 | Fintech

If you’ve ever Googled “how to validate a startup idea,” you’ve likely been buried under endless checklists. They all look slightly different enough to avoid Google penalties, but are essentially the same. And they’re not wrong. Follow them and you’ll avoid many...

How Early-Stage Fintech Startups Can Prepare for Fundraising

Feb 14, 2025 | Fintech

Raising your first round of funding as a fintech founder can feel overwhelming. The competition is intense, and investors are more cautious when regulation, compliance, and trust are involved. But here’s the good news: You don’t need a finished product or...

Fintech Pitch Deck: Common Mistakes and How to Fix Them

Jan 28, 2025 | Fintech

Getting your fintech pitch deck right is critical, especially if you’re raising your first round. Investors often decide within minutes whether to keep listening or move on. As a fintech advisor, I’ve reviewed dozens of early-stage decks. Most founders make the...