tell.talks episode 7: Adam Betteridge on Fintech Partnerships, Open Banking & the Future of Bank–Fintech Innovation
8th Jan 2026
In this episode of tell.talks, we’re joined by Adam Betteridge, Partnerships, FinTech & Open Banking Lead at TSB Bank.
Adam shares a candid view on what fintech innovation really looks like inside a major bank, from building meaningful partnerships with fintechs, to why listening and collaboration matter more than polished pitches.
We explore:
- What makes a fintech partnership actually work
- Why Open Banking is already a success (and where it’s going next)
- How banks and fintechs can move faster without compromising trust
- The role of accelerators in turning ideas into real outcomes
- Why customer impact should always come before technology hype
A grounded, honest conversation about collaboration, progress, and building the future of financial services the right way.