Ep. 17 - Driving the Next Chapter of Open Banking with James Neville, CEO and Founder @ Yaspa

On this episode of The Payments Shed Podcast, hosts Grant Evans and Justin Hanna sit down with James Neville, CEO and Founder of Yaspa, to unpack the evolving story of open banking — from its early ambitions to its next phase of innovation.Together, they explore:Building Yaspa – how James’s fintech journey shaped his vision for Yaspa, and the unique challenges of building a standout open banking platform.Visa’s Exit & Global Shifts – what Visa’s withdrawal from the US open banking market signals for the industry, and where specialist providers like Yaspa can seize opportunity.Leeds & the Northern Fintech Scene – why Yaspa chose to expand in Leeds, and how the North of England is fast emerging as a new fintech powerhouse.The Future of Open Banking – key opportunities and challenges for banks, fintechs, and regulators over the next 12–18 months.The Road Ahead for Yaspa – James’s vision for Yaspa’s growth, success, and role in shaping financial services for the next generation.And of course, no episode would be complete without The Shelf of Shame — where James nominates a fintech frustration he’d happily banish forever.***The Payments Shed Podcast is sponsored by TAMI AI.TAMI AI is the market intelligence and lead generation platform built for sales and marketing teams who want precision, not guesswork. TAMI helps businesses identify their best-fit prospects, gain deep market insights, and boost revenue growth, and it has become the go-to solution for the payments and fintech industries.⁠https://tami.ai/⁠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.⁠https://teampcn.com/⁠***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.