Episode 125: UK Smart Data Reforms & Mastercard’s Crackdown of Cannabis Sales

This week, Tom and Francis discuss some of the latest developments in the fintech world, covering Mastercard’s crackdown of cannabis sales on its debit cards, and the potential of smart data reforms in the UK.

Discussion topics included:
-Could the UK government ease cost of living concerns by speeding up smart data reforms across industries?
-Could Mastercard’s latest crackdown open up opportunities for fintechs?
-How does slow-moving regulation impact opportunities for consumers and fintechs alike?