My Shot: Digital is the New Cash
From North Capital Forum by US-Mexico Foundation
May 20, 2026 · 45 min
About this episode
The episode discusses how digital finance is transforming money movement across borders and its implications for North America.
From stablecoins and cryptocurrencies to instant payments and real-time settlements, financial technology is transforming how money moves across borders. This panel explored the global trends reshaping the financial landscape and their impact on North America’s economies, businesses, and households. The conversation examined how innovations in digital finance are changing remittance flows, expanding access to financial services, and enabling faster, more secure transactions. Panelists also discussed the policy, regulatory, and infrastructure shifts needed to ensure these technologies foster inclusion, protect consumers, and strengthen cross-border economic integration. As the pace of change accelerates, understanding these dynamics is key to building a more connected and competitive region. Speakers: Claudia Núñez Sañudo, CEO, Fintech Mexico Kristy Duncan, Founder and CEO, Women in Payments Rene Salazar, Head of Partnerships & Expansion, LATAM, Stripe Penny Lee, President and CEO, Financial Technology Association (FTA)
People in this episode
Guests: Claudia Núñez Sañudo, Kristy Duncan, Rene Salazar, Penny Lee
Topics covered
- digital finance
- financial technology
- cross-border payments
- remittance flows
- economic integration
- consumer protection
Keywords
- stablecoins
- cryptocurrencies
- instant payments
- real-time settlements
- financial services
- policy shifts
- regulatory changes
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Fintech Mexico, Women in Payments, Stripe, Financial Technology Association (FTA)
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