CEO Viewpoints Episode 8: Exploring the future of banking in Canada

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In this episode, host Jason Boggs, the National Banking and Capital Markets Leader for PwC Canada, sits down with Anthony G. Ostler, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Bankers Association (CBA), as of February 2022. After sharing his perspective on what he’s most looking forward to accomplishing in his new role, Anthony discusses some of the key opportunities for open banking and payments modernization for Canadian banks and the broader marketplace.

Show Notes:

• (00:00)- Jason’s introduction to CEO Viewpoints and Anthony Ostler
• (00:55)- Anthony shares what he’s most excited about in his new role
• (02:24)- Anthony shares his perspective on how the finance industry has changed over the past five years, and where he sees it going in the future
• (04:35)- Anthony shares his thoughts on how banks can leverage their technology investments
• (06:36)- Anthony discusses current opportunities for open banking in Canada
• (08:44)- Anthony shares his thoughts on the opportunities and challenges cryptocurrencies will bring to the Canadian marketplace
• (13:29)- Anthony shares his thoughts on the banking industry’s commitment to net zero
• (16:34)- Anthony shares his thoughts on being future ready, both from a banking context and more broadly in terms of the Canadian marketplace
• (17:31)- Jason shares his closing thoughts and conclusions