IPA Payments Pod

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Hosted by the IPA, the Innovative Payments Pod is designed to keep you ahead of an ever-changing industry and position you to succeed in tomorrow's prepaid environment. Join us for thought-provoking discussions on the most pressing issues of the day.

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June 5, 202621 min

IPA's May 2026 Government Update

In this episode, Brian Tate, the IPA's CEO, discusses the Federal Reserve's proposal for a new kind of payments account, the executive order about bank customer citizenship, and the new California agency that will headed by former CFPB director Rohit Chopra. This podcast was recorded on May 28, 2026. Things may have changed by the time you hear it. Listeners can learn more about the world of payments by attending one of our upcoming events, including our IPA Payments Policy Briefing being held at the Bancorp's Offices in Sioux Falls, South Dakota on July 9 and our upcoming Compliance Boot Camp being held at Discover's Headquarters outside of Chicago on September 10th. If you are interested in closed-loop cards, then join Ben Jackson at the 2026 Education Forum Hosted by the Retail Gift Card Association and Best Buy on June 10th at Best Buy Headquarters in Richfield, Minnesota. He will be speaking about the role of gift cards in the world of Shopping 3.0 and there will be sessions on the future of the gift card industry with speakers addressing how artificial intelligence will affect the future of shopping, fraud prevention, and the world as a whole.

May 28, 202626 min

Talking Transit With Rebel: Riding with Customers is a Good Idea

In this episode, Rory Wilson, a consultant with Rebel, and Annalise Czerny, a payments lead for Rebel, talk about how their company works at the intersection of payments and mobility. They discuss how helping customers pay for getting around, whether by bus, train, or even rental scooters can help issuers build their payments program. They also cover why open-loop payments are an increasing part of fare payments in transit, and how these payments can help with financial inclusion. This podcast was recorded on May 12, 2026. Things may have changed by the time you hear it. The IPA plans to have Rebel back as part of our summer of learning webinar series, so be on the look out for future announcements. In the meantime, if you want to learn more about the world of payments by attending one of our upcoming events, including our IPA Payments Policy Briefing being held at the Bancorp's Offices in Sioux Falls, South Dakota on July 9 and our upcoming Compliance Boot Camp being held at Discover's Headquarters outside of Chicago on September 10th. If you are interested in closed-loop cards, then join Ben Jackson at the 2026 Education Forum Hosted by the Retail Gift Card Association and Best Buy on June 10th at Best Buy Headquarters in Richfield, Minnesota. He will be speaking about the role of gift cards in the world of Shopping 3.0 and there will be sessions on the future of the gift card industry with speakers addressing how artificial intelligence will affect the future of shopping, fraud prevention, and the world as a whole.

May 21, 202627 min

Don't Work with Jerks – Understanding the DFPI Order Against Yotta

In this episode, Brian Tate, the IPA's CEO, discusses the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation's recent consent order against Yotta Technologies. He covers what led up to the order, how it might herald a new age of regulation for Fintechs, and why it shows that companies shouldn't do business with jerks. This podcast was recorded on May 19, 2026. Things may have changed by the time you hear it. Listeners can learn more about the world of payments by attending one of our upcoming events: 2026 Education Forum Hosted by the Retail Gift Card Association and Best Buy, June 10, 2026, at Best Buy Headquarters in Richfield, Minnesota IPA Payments Policy Briefing , July 9, 2026, at Bancorp's Offices in Sioux Falls, South Dakota Compliance Boot Camp, September 10, 2026, at Discover's Headquarters in Riverwoods, Illinois, on September 10

May 14, 202616 min

Innovative Payments Conference Wrap Up

The IPA recently wrapped up its annual conference last week. While payments has a bright future, industry players will need to navigate a complex landscape. In this episode, Brian Tate, the IPA's CEO, talks about the conference and the lessons learned there. He discusses what the audience heard from the regulators who spoke, the trends that emerged during the sessions, and what was on attendees' minds as they networked during informal gatherings at the conference. As Brian mentioned, listeners can learn more about the world of payments by attending one of our upcoming events, including our IPA Payments Policy Briefing being held at the Bancorp's Offices in Sioux Falls, South Dakota on July 9 and our upcoming Compliance Boot Camp being held at Discover's Headquarters outside of Chicago on September 10th. If you are interested in closed-loop cards, then join Ben Jackson at the 2026 Education Forum Hosted by the Retail Gift Card Association and Best Buy on June 10th at Best Buy Headquarters in Richfield, Minnesota. He will be speaking about the role of gift cards in the world of Shopping 3.0 and there will be sessions on the future of the gift card industry with speakers addressing how artificial intelligence will affect the future of shopping, fraud prevention, and the world as a whole. This podcast was recorded on May 7, 2026. Things may have changed by the time you hear it.

April 3, 202617 min

The Future of Payments Revealed at the IPC

A myriad of forces reshape the payments industry everyday. Whether it is new technology, new regulations, or new attacks by fraudsters, it can be tough to keep up with the ever-changing landscape. In this episode, we discuss how payments professionals can learn about all of these factors and more at the Innovative Payments Conference, taking place at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington DC, April 29 through May 1. Brian Tate, the IPA's CEO, talks about what's on the agenda for the upcoming conference, including: Russell Vought, head of OMB and acting director of CFPB, talking about the future of the Bureau and Regulation, and David Wasserman, of the cook Political Report, providing a nonpartisan analysis of the upcoming Midterms. We will also have sessions on things like AI, EWA, Fraud, and Open Banking. Additionally, the IPA has also arranged a special tour of The FBI Experience immediately after the conference for those interested in learning about the history of the Bureau.  This podcast was recorded on March 26, 2026. Things may have changed by the time you hear it. Registration is now open at this link: Innovative Payments Conference. Listeners can get $25 off the price of registration when they use the code Podcast. Make sure to capitalize the first letter.

March 20, 202630 min

Skux Honors the Intention Behind Payments

Every payment has a context and intention that goes with it. Transactions seem like a simple movement of funds, but things like donations and incentives carry more weight than just the money they move. In this episode Marina Hodges, the executive vice president of Merchant and Payments at SKUx, explains how the company tries to honor the intentions behind payments by filtering transactions. She discusses how transaction filtering works, what kinds of companies are using it today, and why it matters for payments providers. This podcast was recorded on March 11, 2026. Things may have changed by the time you hear it. The IPA will be holding our 2026 Innovative Payments Conference, happening in Washington DC, April 29 through May 1. Featured speakers include OMB Director Russell Vought discussing the future of the CFPB and David Wasserman of the Cook Political Report discussing the midterm elections. Registration is now open. Listeners can get $25 off the price of registration when they use the code Podcast. You can learn more and register here: Innovative Payments Conference

February 27, 202613 min

PA's Government Update Podcast February 2026

Ep 189 Show Notes IPA's Government Update Podcast February 2026 In this episode, Brian Tate, the IPA's CEO, about the latest developments out of the executive branch. Topics discussed include: the state of the union speech, including what was not mentioned, a new effort to recover pandemic funds, and the possible move to require citizenship for all bank account holders. This podcast was recorded on February 25, 2026. Things may have changed by the time you hear it. The IPA will be holding our 2026 Innovative Payments Conference, happening in Washington DC, April 29 through May 1. We will be discussing the future of payments and how it will be shaped by regulation with leaders from both the industry and the regulators. You can learn more and register here: Innovative Payments Conference. Use the code: Podcast to get a discount on your registration.

February 11, 202618 min

Inside the IPA's 2025 Annual Report & What's Ahead for Payments in 2026

In this episode, IPA CEO Brian Tate joins host Ben Jackson to break down the association's newly released annual report and explore the major regulatory and industry developments shaping payments in 2026 — the IPA's 20th anniversary year. From the future of the CFPB to the accelerating shift from checks to electronic payments, to the emerging regulatory frameworks for stablecoins and digital assets, this conversation maps the landscape that payments companies must navigate in the year ahead. Key Topics Discussed • The New Administration's Regulatory Posture • The Ongoing Transition from Checks to Electronic Payments • Third-Party Relationships & Digitalization • Key Issues for IPA Members • Looking Ahead to 2026 • 2026 Innovative Payments Conference Preview Links & Resources IPA Annual Report IPA Membership Information 2026 Innovative Payments Conference (April 29–May 1, Washington, DC)

January 21, 202618 min

Attitudes on EWA Are Changing

Ep 187 Show Notes Attitudes on EWA Are Changing In this episode, Brian Tate, the IPA's CEO, talks about a recent hearing in the House of Representatives that shows how the thinking about EWA has changed. He discusses how the industry made its case for EWA, the reaction of members of Congress, and the possibility of federal legislation on EWA and other payments topics. You can watch the full hearing here: Delivering for American Consumers: A Review of FinTech Innovations & Regulations... (EventID=118806) This podcast was recorded on December 15, 2026. Things may have changed by the time you hear it. As Brian mentioned, the IPA will be holding our 2026 Innovative Payments Conference, happening in Washington DC, April 29 through May 1. We will be discussing the future of payments and how it will be shaped by regulation with leaders from both the industry and the regulators. Early registration is now open: Innovative Payments Conference

December 22, 202521 min

IPA's December 2025 Government Update

In our last government update podcast for 2025, Brian Tate, the IPA's CEO, talks about the past year's regulatory activity and what to expect as we move into the new year. He covers the revised advisory opinion for earned wage access products, opportunities to comment on the Prepaid Accounts Rule disclosures and the telephone consumer protection act opt out rules, and the 20th anniversary of the IPA. This podcast was recorded on December 18, 2025. Things may have changed by the time you hear it. Make sure to subscribe and leave us a review to help others find the show. As Brian mentioned, the IPA will be holding our 2026 Innovative Payments Conference, happening in Washington DC, April 29 through May 1. We will be discussing the future of payments and how it will be shaped by regulation with leaders from both the industry and the regulators. Early registration is now open: Innovative Payments Conference