In this Business Talk with Michael Avery interview, Standard Bank\u2019s Bessy Mahopo discusses how the banking industry is evolving thanks to the rise of new technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mahopo is the CIO for CIB Transformation Programmes at Standard Bank and is a seasoned executive with over 20 years of experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
She has held multiple notable positions in the financial services industry, including Chief Information Officer (Short Term Insurance) at FNB South Africa and Chief Information Officer for MotoVantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mahopo holds an MSc in Computing from the University of South Africa and has completed several additional programs and industry certifications from ITIL, CRISK, Security+, and TOGAF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mahopo\u2019s commitment to continuous learning ensures she keeps in tune with industry changes and delivers excellent value to Standard Bank CIB clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In this Business Talk interview, Mahopo explains how the rise of new technologies has seen Standard Bank CIB embrace change to maintain its commanding position in the banking sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
She details what these new technologies are, and how they provide value to the banking industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mahopo then outlines the non-banking trends that she believes will indirectly impact the financial sector, as well as how modern workplace trends are already impacting the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
She also outlines how banks like Standard Bank are working to counteract criminals trying to exploit their new systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mahopo concludes the interview by unpacking the importance of technology in banking the unbanked and improving financial inclusivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Watch the full interview with Bessy Mahopo below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n