Navigating the AI Wave: Innovations in Commercial Payments

What does it take to succeed as a woman in finance?  In this special International Women’s Day episode, Eleanor Hill (TMI) speaks with Aurélia Normand (BNP Paribas CIB) about driving success as a female leader in transaction banking.  Aurélia shares insights on the power of mentorship, the responsibility of senior leaders in championing women, and how integrity influences decision-making under pressure. 

Get direct insights into how AI can simplify and automate your treasury functions—transforming your team’s efficiency and boosting forecasting accuracy. Eleanor Hill (TMI) sits down with Naty Yifrach (Taboola) and Matthew Harlan (Nilus) to discuss how automation and AI is disrupting the treasury management space by providing real-time visibility into cash flow, more accurate cash forecasting, and automated cash reconciliation, empowering finance leaders with the tools they need to take control of their cash and become more strategic leaders.

Eleanor Hill (TMI) is joined by Manish Kohli (HSBC) and Amit Mallick (Accenture) to explore how AI is revolutionising treasury, and in particular, commercial payments. Our guests discuss AI’s disruptive impact on commercial payments, from fraud prevention and FX optimisation to strategic decision-making. They share practical insights on accelerating adoption and explain why, whilst not a silver bullet, AI holds immense potential to add significant value to treasury operations. Visit the HSBC Treasury Solutions Group website to read the full report: https://tinyurl.com/yc2bh83d

The recently formed Baltic Treasury Association (Baltrea) aims to build a collaborative, treasury-focused ecosystem across the Baltic region. In this discussion, the association's Founder and Advisory Group Chairman, Alex Ilkun, talks to Tom Alford (TMI) about Baltrea’s purpose, achievements, and future goals, highlighting its value to treasury professionals. Discover why Baltrea was created, who can join, and how it is shaping the region’s treasury landscape.

Welcome to the latest edition of Liquidity Link Live, your exclusive market analysis provided by Northern Trust Asset Management, one of the world’s largest cash managers. Tune in each month to discover the very latest insights on the UK, Eurozone and US markets. This edition was recorded on the 6th February 2025.

In this candid conversation, Rijuta Jain (FIS) explores the challenges and opportunities shaping today’s payments landscape. From fraud risks to increasing payment volumes and connectivity hurdles, Rijuta explains how payment hub technology resolves critical issues through AI-driven fraud detection, centralised processing, and seamless bank API integration. Our guest also addresses common misconceptions around payment hubs and uncovers their full potential for businesses of all sizes.

Steve Wiley (FIS) examines how treasurers can address rising capital costs and volatility by leveraging AI and APIs. Our guest explores strategies for improving liquidity management, enhancing cash forecasting, and tackling technology adoption roadblocks. Discover key takeaways around how contemporary tools provide much-needed visibility to assist treasurers in navigating the current unpredictable financial landscape.

Welcome to the latest edition of Liquidity Link Live, your exclusive market analysis provided by Northern Trust Asset Management, one of the world’s largest cash managers. Tune in each month to discover the very latest insights on the UK, Eurozone and US markets. This edition was recorded on the 7th January 2025.

Ben Poole (TMI) sits down with Claus Bässler (Daimler Truck) to discover how Daimler Truck established an independent treasury following its spin-off from Mercedes-Benz.  Discover the critical priorities for day one, challenges encountered, and how treasury processes have evolved over two years. Claus also shares insights into the differences post-spin-off and offers practical advice for treasurers embarking on similar journeys. This podcast is a must-listen for those navigating treasury transformations.

Welcome to the latest edition of Liquidity Link Live, your exclusive market analysis provided by Northern Trust Asset Management, one of the world’s largest cash managers. Tune in each month to discover the very latest insights on the UK, Eurozone and US markets. This edition was recorded on the 5th November 2024.