Ep. 13 - The Future of AI in Banking with Rens Troost, Co-Founder & CTO of Rational Exponent @ Money 20/20 USA 2025

In this Walk & Talk episode from Money20/20 Las Vegas, host Grant Evans sits down with Rens Troost, Co-Founder & CTO of Rational Exponent, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the future of banking.From decision intelligence to regulatory transparency, Rens shares how AI is becoming business-critical for banks — driving smarter, safer decisions across the financial ecosystem. Together, they unpack what true trust in AI looks like, how institutions can balance automation with human judgment, and what’s next on the frontier of machine learning in finance.Plus, Rens joins The Shelf of Shame to nominate one overhyped AI concept he’d gladly see retired for good.***The Payments Shed Podcast Money 2020 interview series is sponsored by Oceanpayment.Oceanpayment is a global payment service provider enabling businesses to accept and manage payments across borders with speed, security, and reliability. Through a unified platform supporting hundreds of payment methods worldwide, Oceanpayment empowers merchants to expand globally, enhance checkout experiences, and build trust with customers everywhere.Learn more at https://www.oceanpayment.com/.***The Payments Shed Podcast is supported by PCN.PCN is a boutique recruitment agency rooted in Amsterdam, driven by a singular mission: connecting top talent with industry leaders. PCN specialises in five core pillars — Fintech, Cybersecurity, SaaS, E-Commerce, and Salesforce — backed by a global network across borders.***Disclaimer. Any views or opinions referenced in this podcast episode are our own, or those of our respective guests, and they do not represent any views, opinions, or statements from our respective employers, or those of our guests. Additionally, any views expressed here are not intended as investment, legal, tax, or financial advice.