The FintechX Podcast
By Mary-Victoria Imasuen
For business and partnership shoot an email at thefintechx@gmail.com
The FintechX Podcast Mar 26, 2021
Future of The FintechX & 3 Lessons I Learned About Fintech During My 1-Year Hiatus
After a 1-hear hiatus, it feels good to be back with a new podcast episode. I come bearing 3 fintech lessons I learned during my hiatus that will hopefully help you start improving your finances with the right kind of fintech apps.
In this episode, I also shared the new changes to The FintechX. Say hello to bitcoin! Expect to listen to more bitcoin-related content on the podcast.
New podcast episodes will go live every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month starting from August 2022.
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✨Want to support the podcast?
Drop a tip using Shukran >> https://useshukran.com/cr/mary
Proceeds go into testing more Fintech apps and purchasing podcast equipment to improve the quality of the podcast.
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Listen to the previous episode
Getting Started with & Exploring the Potentials of NFTs with David Adamu (afrogodd) >> https://anchor.fm/MaryImasuen/episodes/Getting-Started-with--Exploring-the-Potentials-of-NFTs-with-David-Adamu-afrogodd-e16rn03
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✨For business and partnerships send an email to >> thefintechx@gmail.com
Getting Started with & Exploring the Potentials of NFTs with David Adamu (afrogodd)
NFTs or Non-fungible Tokens have gone mainstream. And with reports of several people raking in hundreds and thousands of dollars either as NFT artists or collectors, I don't think this hype is going to slow down any time soon.
If you're looking for a way you can hop on the NFT train as an artist or a collector to diversify your portfolio and create another source of income, then you'd love this episode.
In this episode, I interviewed digital artist and product designer, David Adamu. He shared his process on how he started his journey through the world of NFTs and how you can get started too. He didn't hold back any detail from the marketplaces to try out, the fees you're expected to pay and the opportunities available to us millennials and GenZs.
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✨Want to support the podcast?
Drop a tip using Shukran >> https://useshukran.com/cr/mary
Proceeds go into testing more Fintech apps and purchasing podcast equipment to improve the quality of the podcast.
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Follow David on Twitter 👉 @afrogodd and on Instagram 👉 @afrogodd
Check out David's NFTs on Opensea 👉 https://opensea.io/dayveadams?identifier=dayveadams&tab=created
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NFT Marketplaces
👉 Opensea
👉 Rarible
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Types of NFTs
👉 Profile Picture NFTs (PFT)
👉 Generative NFTs
👉 One-on-ones
👉 Photography NFTs
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Angels of Aether 👉 https://opensea.io/collection/angels-of-aether
Axie Infinity 👉 https://axieinfinity.com/
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Listen to the previous episode
Exploring DeFi, NFTs, and Cardano with TK >> https://anchor.fm/MaryImasuen/episodes/Exploring-DeFi--NFTs--and-Cardano-with-TK-e168os4
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✨For business and partnerships send an email to >> thefintechx@gmail.com
Exploring DeFi, NFTs, and Cardano with TK
The time has come for us to start thinking of diversifying our investments to the decentralized space.
In this episode, I interviewed my friend, TK. He shared his insights into the decentralized finance space, NFTs and Cardano (his favorite) and how to get into the space.
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✨Want to support the podcast?
Drop a tip using Shukran >> https://useshukran.com/cr/mary
Proceeds go into testing more Fintech apps and purchasing podcast equipment to improve the quality of the podcast.
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Follow TK on Twitter 👉 @rawkettk
TK's Article on NFTs 👉 Its NFT Season: But What the Hell Is It? (https://bit.ly/395QNFT)
TK's Blog 👉 https://tkprincewill.medium.com
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What we use to buy Cardano in Nigeria
Bundle 👉 (Use my referral link and specify my username @maryimasuen and get N500 for free: https://referral.bundle.africa/34ru)
Binance 👉 https://www.binance.com/en
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NFT Marketplaces
👉 Opensea
👉 Rarible
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NFT Projects
👉 RealFevr
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Terms used on this episode 👉 Click Here
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Listen to the previous episode 👉 The Story Behind Bitnob + Investing In And Learning About Cryptocurrency As A Newbie Or Skeptic With Bernard Parah, CEO Of Bitnob >> https://anchor.fm/MaryImasuen/episodes/The-Story-Behind-Bitnob--Investing-In-And-Learning-About-Cryptocurrency-As-A-Newbie-Or-Skeptic-With-Bernard-Parah--CEO-Of-Bitnob-e1568jf
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✨For business and partnerships send an email to >> thefintechx@gmail.com
The Story Behind Bitnob + Investing In And Learning About Cryptocurrency As A Newbie Or Skeptic With Bernard Parah, CEO Of Bitnob
I got the opportunity to interview Bernard Parah, CEO of Bitnob.
In this episode Bernard spoke about the beginnings of Bitnob and their unique system. He also gave us a hint of what Bitnob is working on for businesses (you'd probably wouldn't hear that anywhere else).
Bernard also shared tips newbie cryptocurrency investors and skeptics would find helpful when delving into the world of cryptocurrency investment.
Make sure you listen to the end for Bernard's life lesson. It's unlike anything you've ever heard before, I promise 😂
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✨Want to support the podcast?
Drop a tip using Shukran >> https://useshukran.com/cr/mary
Proceeds go into testing more Fintech apps and purchasing podcast equipment to improve the quality of the podcast.
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👉 Bitnob >> https://bitnob.com/
👉 My Bitnob Referral Code >> 8d19f0ce
👉 Bitnob's Twitter >> https://twitter.com/Bitnob_official/
👉 Bitnob's Telegram Community >> https://t.me/bitnobles
👉 Ovvar (the voucher system you use to fund your bitnob wallet) >> https://ovvar.com
👉 Andreas Antonopoulos' YouTube Channel >> https://www.youtube.com/user/aantonop
👉 Introduction to Digital Currencies, University of Nicosia (taught by Andreas Antonopoulos) >> https://www.unic.ac.cy/blockchain/free-mooc/#tab-dfin-511
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👉 A Quick Review of Bitnob (+ Investing in Bitcoin) >> https://anchor.fm/MaryImasuen/episodes/A-Quick-Review-of-Bitnob--Investing-in-Bitcoin-eu485q
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Follow Bernard Parah on Twitter 👉 @bernard_parah
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Follow the FintechX Podcast on:
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✨For business and partnerships send an email to >> thefintechx@gmail.com
A Quick Review of Bitnob (+ Investing in Bitcoin)
In this episode, I give you my review of Bitnob. Bitnob is an app that allows you to save and invest in bitcoin. I go into my experience of the app from the point of checking the app on the app store all the way to funding my dollar and bitcoin wallets and creating a bitcoin savings plan.
You'll also learn my perspective of the "Crypto Ban" in Nigeria and how Bitnob was able to find a way to go around the "Crypto Ban" (which I think is pure genius)
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✨Want to support the podcast?
Drop a tip using Shukran >> https://useshukran.com/cr/mary
Proceeds go into testing more Fintech apps and purchasing podcast equipment to improve the quality of the podcast.
💜 Drop a tip and get the April edition of the FintechX Digest 💜
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👉 Bitnob >> https://bitnob.com/
👉 My Bitnob Referral Code >> 8d19f0ce
👉 Bitnob video I saw on Bitnob's Twitter page >> https://twitter.com/Bitnob_official/status/1370463091377442821?s=19
👉 Bitnob's Twitter >> https://twitter.com/Bitnob_official/
👉 Bitnob's Telegram Community >> https://t.me/bitnobles
👉 The Central Bank of Nigeria's (CBN) circular prohibiting banks from facilitating crypto-related payments>> https://www.cbn.gov.ng/Out/2021/CCD/Letter%20on%20Crypto.pdf
👉 Ovvar >> https://ovvar.com
👉 Get your Ovvar voucher from Paystack >> https://paystack.shop/ovvar-vouchers
👉 Get your Ovvar voucher from Flutterwave >> https://flutterwave.com/store/hldistributionenterprise
👉 Remitano >> https://remitano.com/
👉 Luno >> https://www.luno.com/
👉 Quidax >> https://www.quidax.com/
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Alternative ways to save in dollars:
👉 Save in dollar with Rise >> https://rise.capital/
👉 Save in dollar with PiggyVest using the Flex Dollar feature. You can get PiggyVest here >> https://bit.ly/piggyvestmary
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👉 Haven't listened to how I saved almost half a million in 16 months on PiggyVest yet? Click here to listen to the episode >> https://anchor.fm/MaryImasuen/episodes/How-I-Saved-Almost-Half-A-Million-Naira-in-PiggyVest-in-16-Months-etbnjl
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Follow the FintechX Podcast on:
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Follow Mary Imasuen on:
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Instagram: https://instagram.com/mary_imasuen
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✨For business and partnerships send an email to >> thefintechx@gmail.com
How I Saved Almost Half A Million Naira in PiggyVest in 16 Months
Yes, I saved almost half a million naira in PiggyVest and I spill the beans on how exactly I did it. Plus, I'll be exposing what you should look out for when you come across clickbait in finance-related content. Think the title of this episode is clickbait? There's only one way to find out 😏
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👉 Ayo Akintola's tweet which PiggyVest shared (original source of the audio that was featured in this episode) >> https://twitter.com/AyAkinola/status/1368132559851421696
👉 Don't have PiggyVest? Click here to register and earn a bonus of N1000 on the app >> https://bit.ly/piggyvestmary
👉 New to PiggyVest? Here's a quick tour of the PiggyVest app >> https://anchor.fm/MaryImasuen/episodes/A-Quick-Tour-of-Saving-and-Investing-with-PiggyVest--Review-from-New--Long-Time-PiggyVest-Users-ecvin3
👉 Haven't listened to what's coming up in Season 2 yet? Click here to listen to the episode >> https://anchor.fm/MaryImasuen/episodes/Personal-Finance-is-Personal-Whats-Happening-on-Season-2-of-The-FintechX-eqmhe3
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✨Want to support the podcast? Drop a tip using Shukran >> https://useshukran.com/cr/mary
Proceeds go into testing more Fintech apps and purchasing podcast equipment to improve the quality of the podcast.
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Follow the FintechX Podcast on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefintechx
Instagram: https://instagram.com/thefintechx
Follow Mary Imasuen on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/mary_imasuen
Instagram: https://instagram.com/mary_imasuen
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✨For business and partnerships send an email to >> thefintechx@gmail.com
Personal Finance is Personal (What's Happening on Season 2 of The FintechX)
WELCOME TO SEASON 2!
I did a lot of thinking about The FintechX Podcast when I went on my long mental health break. I became more aware that although it's good to know about what's happening in the Fintech industry, it's more important to have a better understanding of how to manage your finances and then learn about the fintech app and the right mindset to help you acquiring, managing and growing your wealth.
Personal finance is a personal journey and I want to help you get started in your journey. I also drop some really helpful gems to the episode as well.
Click here to listen to the podcast episode I did on PiggyVest featuring Anosi Olumekor: https://anchor.fm/MaryImasuen/episodes/A-Quick-Tour-of-Saving-and-Investing-with-PiggyVest--Review-from-New--Long-Time-PiggyVest-Users-ecvin3
Enjoy!
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Your voice message will be featured in the next episode.
A Quick Review of Chaka (My First Impression)
If you like my content and you'd like to support the podcast, feel free to drop a tip using my Shukran link (https://useshukran.com/cr/mary) Want to drop us a message?
Send a Voice message through Anchor.fm or record your voice and send it on Instagram using the handle @theFintechX as a DM. Your voice message will be featured in the next episode.
Should You Buy Foreign Stocks From Fintech Platforms that Provide Brokerage Services?
Maybe you've been planning to buy foreign stock but it seems like the coronavirus pandemic has spoilt all your plans...or has it? In this episode I talk about whether now is a good time to invest in stock and which Fintech platforms make it easy to invest right from the comfort of you home.
Links to what was mentioned on the show:
- A Study that the value of stocks increase over time: https://www.putnam.com/literature/pdf/II508-d206c267bdc67daad04ae51e1e47a6d4.pdf
- List of stocks to invest in during the coronavirus pandemic: https://www.forbes.com/sites/sergeiklebnikov/2020/03/16/here-are-20-stocks-to-buy-in-the-coronavirus-economy-according-to-market-experts/#227da74b6176
- Chaka.ng
- Bamboo
- Rise
- Trove
Want to drop us a message?
Send a Voice message through Anchor.fm or record your voice and send it on Instagram using the handle @theFintechX as a DM. Your voice message will be featured in the next episode.
A Quick Tour of Saving and Investing with PiggyVest + Review from New & Long-Time PiggyVest Users
PiggyVest is a popular savings app in Nigeria. In this episode I show you around the app. You'll also get to hear my review of PiggyVest as a new user. My friend Anosi Olumekor will also share her experience with PiggyVest. She has been using the app for 2 years. By giving you both perspectives of a new user and a long-time user, you'll get to see how PiggyVest could fit in your kind of lifestyle.
👉 Download this Episode >> https://bit.ly/FintechX-S1Ep6
👉 Don't have PiggyVest? Click here to register and earn a bonus of N1000 on the app >> https://bit.ly/piggyvestmary
👉 Haven't listened to Episode 5 yet? Click here to listen to the episode >> https://anchor.fm/MaryImasuen/episodes/How-to-Get-Your-Personal-Finance-in-Order-with-Fintech-Part-2-ecl5p3
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How to Get Your Personal Finance in Order with Fintech (Part 2)
In this episode I share with you what you need to know about investment aspect of personal finance
You'll learn:
- Why I'm obsessed with interest rates
- Why knowing the inflation rate could help you make better investment choices
- Investment options available and the Fintech apps you can use to get started
Fintech apps I mention:
- Bamboo - buy and sell shares of companies listed on the Nigeriam and U.S. stock exchanges
- i-Invest - invest in treasury bills and eurobonds
- Stanbic IBTC app - to invest in mutual funds
- Cowrywise - to invest in mutual funds with as low as N100
- ThriveAgric - to invest in agriculture
- FarmCrowdy - to invest in agriculture
- PiggyVest - Investify feature allows you to invest in agriculture with as low as N5000
Link to what I mentioned in the episode:
- Episode 4 of the FintechX Podcast which is Part 1 of the personal finance series: https://anchor.fm/MaryImasuen/episodes/How-to-Get-Your-Personal-Finance-in-Order-with-Fintech-Part-1-ecdp18
- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) publications, titled Inflation: Prices on the Rise by Ceyda Öner
- Nigeria Bureau of Statistics's report on the inflation rate in Nigeria as at January 2020
Enjoy
How to Get Your Personal Finance in Order with Fintech (Part 1)
A bit confused as to your finances right now? In this episode I share with you what you need to know about personal finance.
You'll learn:
- Difference between assets and liabilities and why it's crucial for getting your finances in order
- How saving in a digital bank will earn you more money than a tradition bank would
- How PiggyVest works and how I save
Link to what I mentioned in the episode:
Episode 2 of the FintechX Podcast where I gave a hint on how digital banks work: https://anchor.fm/MaryImasuen/episodes/Is-It-Possible-to-Live-the-Cashless-Lifestyle-in-Nigeria-ebnao8
Enjoy!
Fintech vs. Banks: Who’s Doing It Better During the Coronavirus Pandemic?
With all that's happening in the world right now, I felt that it would be interesting to compare Fintechs and Traditional Banks and see how they're holding up during the COVID-19 pandemic in Nigeria. Both have been doing what they can to protect their staff and customers from infection, but who do you think did it better?
You'll see in the today's episode.
By the way there's a poll on the FintechX Podcast twitter page so make sure you participate. Click here to take part in the poll.
Here's a link to Episode 2 (in case you've not hear it yet) where I talk about my experience of living the cashless lifestyle: https://anchor.fm/MaryImasuen/episodes/Is-It-Possible-to-Live-the-Cashless-Lifestyle-in-Nigeria-ebnao8
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Twitter: @theFintechX
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Is It Possible to Live the Cashless Lifestyle in Nigeria?
I've been living the cashless lifestyle in Nigeria for a couple of years. Financial technology has greatly advanced in Nigeria but it's not as widespread as it's meant to be.
So how is living cashless in a cash-based system like Nigeria?
In this episode you will learn:
- What exactly is Fintech and how it makes living cashless possible?
- The way I use my 4 Fintech apps to pay, transfer money, save and invest
- My cashless lifestyle in a nutshell
- How M-Pesa makes living cashless in Kenya possible
- Whether it is possible to really live cashless in Nigeria
Enjoy!
LINKS:
- Episode 1 of the FintechX Podcast
- Marie Skara's TedTalk on How Mobile Phones are Driving Financial Inclusion
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Welcome to the Fintech Revolution - Are Banks Going Extinct?
The Fintech industry is bubbling and Fintechs are starting to look like a major threat to traditional banks. Will traditional banks go extinct? Maybe... maybe not.
In this episode you will learn:
- How did the Fintech revolution start
- What Fintechs do to have an edge over traditional banks
- What banks can do to not get phased out by Fintechs
Enjoy!
LINK TO WONDAFU, a Fintech application that allows you to make payments through WhatsApp. >>> https://www.wondafu.ng/
**NOTE: this episode was not sponsored by Wondafu. I just gave it as an example.**
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Introductory Episode
Welcome to the FintechX Podcast!
This introductory episode gives a quick rundown of what you're going to expect from the podcast.
Enjoy!