Money Majlis kicks off 2026 with my predictions for the 6 top trends in banking this year plus a candid, high-energy conversation with one of Europe’s original fintech pioneers: Kim Fournais, founder and CEO of Saxo Bank.

In this episode of Money Majlis, host Suvo Sarkar sits down with former colleague Dr. Tariq bin Hendi, Vice Chairman and CEO of Astra Tech, to unpack how Botim is transforming from a simple VoIP calling app into an AI-native fintech powerhouse for the UAE and beyond. It is a conversation that weaves together policy, technology, inclusion, and leadership-anchored in one of the region’s most ambitious experiments in embedded finance.

Dr Ranjan Banerjee brings a rare blend of empathy, intellect and visionary leadership to this XTRA episode of Money Majlis recorded in Mumbai. As founding Vice Chancellor of Nayanta University, he is pioneering an audacious experiment in Indian higher education-one that elevates inclusion, curiosity, and purpose above conventional metrics. Banerjee’s own eclectic journey, travelling from consulting and marketing to academic stewardship and institution-building, sets the stage for a riveting conversation on how universities can shape not just careers, but character and citizenship.

In this riveting new episode of Money Majlis, Suvo Sarkar welcomes Pablos Holman, the legendary hacker, inventor, and futurist whose creativity transforms science fiction into the fabric of our daily lives. Suvo engages Pablos in a conversation that reveals why the world’s biggest crises require not just incremental “apps,” but audacious, moonshot technologies that redefine what’s possible for humanity.

In this captivating episode of Money Majlis, the spotlight shines on Zain Verjee, a formidable journalist, entrepreneur, and global communicator whose inspiring journey bridges continents, cultures, and industries.

Step into a masterclass on purpose-driven leadership and global impact with this XTRA episode of Money Majlis. Host Suvo Sarkar interviews Dr. Tariq Al Gurg, the dynamic CEO and Vice Chairman of Dubai Cares, for a conversation that moves from boardroom ambition to classroom transformation on a worldwide scale.

In this illuminating episode of Money Majlis, visionary thinker Rajeev Peshawaria, CEO of the Stewardship Asia Center, takes listeners on a powerful journey through the future of leadership, purpose, and the pursuit of good profit.

In this episode of Money Majlis, host Suvo Sarkar sits down with Ahmed bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and CEO of Dubai Multi Commodities Centre, for a rare, wide-ranging conversation that goes far beyond the headlines. From the 30th floor of Uptown Dubai’s gleaming new DMCC headquarters, Ahmed shares the inside story of how Dubai has transformed from a regional trading outpost into a global powerhouse for commodities, technology, and innovation

In this electrifying episode of Money Majlis, Suvo Sarkar sits down with Brett King, the world’s most cited financial futurist, to unpack the seismic shifts reshaping global banking. Fresh from hosting the inaugural Dubai Futurists X Summit, Brett joins Suvo in the heart of Dubai to explore the end of physical branches, the rise of AI-powered finance, and the cultural fault lines between legacy banks and digital challengers.

Episode XTRA 8 of Money Majlis welcomes the trailblazing Nayla Al Khaja, the UAE’s first female film director, award-winning producer, and relentless advocate for women in the arts. 

Step into the heart of India’s banking revolution as Money Majlis welcomes Samit Ghosh, an iconic banker and the founder of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank, whose name resonates with financial inclusion and the transformation of millions of lives. In this multi-layered episode, Suvo Sarkar journeys to Bangalore to sit down with his long-time mentor, uncovering a story that weaves together ambition, empathy, and the relentless pursuit of societal betterment.

In this fascinating episode of Money Majlis, host Suvo Sarkar discusses the world of leadership, innovation, and high-performing organizations with Adrian Simpson, founder and CEO of Wavelength. Adrian, renowned as the “Chief Connector,” shares his unique perspective shaped by decades spent inside boardrooms and on shop floors of some of the world’s most admired companies-from Apple, Airbnb, and Tesla to Alibaba, Lego, and Ritz-Carlton.

In this XTRA edition of Money Majlis, host Suvo Sarkar sits down with Dr. Parag Khanna, best-selling author and celebrated geographer, futurist, and founder of AlphaGeo. Known for his provocative idea that “connectivity is destiny,” Dr. Khanna takes listeners on a journey across Asia and beyond to explore how networks of people, capital, and technology are reshaping the global economy.

In this scintillating episode of Money Majlis, host Suvo Sarkar sits down with Noor Sweid, the trailblazing founder and Managing Partner of Global Ventures. Known as one of the most influential voices in Middle Eastern venture capital, Noor brings a wealth of experience-from leading Asia’s first billion-dollar IPO to guiding startups across ten emerging markets. Under her leadership, Global Ventures manages over $400 million in assets, fostering the next wave of innovation in fintech, healthtech, agritech, and beyond.

In this episode of Money Majlis, I have the privilege of sitting down with Chandra Shekhar Ghosh, the founder and chairman of Bandhan Bank-a man whose journey from humble beginnings to the helm of one of India’s leading private banks is nothing short of inspirational.

In this episode of Money Majlis, host Suvo Sarkar talks to Dr. Nejib Ben-Khedher, Divisional Senior Vice President of Emirates Skywards, to explore the remarkable evolution of one of the world’s most ambitious loyalty programs. With over 35 years of global experience in the airline and travel industry, Dr. Ben-Khedher shares how he has led Skywards’ transformation from a traditional frequent flyer program into a dynamic lifestyle ecosystem serving more than 35 million members across 180 countries.

In this episode of Money Majlis, the second of two episodes on agentic AI in financial services, host Suvo Sarkar meets Eran Agrios, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Financial Services at Salesforce, for a dynamic conversation about the state of AI-driven transformation in banking. With over 17 years of leadership experience at Salesforce, Eran brings a rich perspective into the impact of agentic AI on the service delivery of financial services.

In this episode of Money Majlis, first of two episodes on agentic AI in financial services, Suvo Sarkar sits down with Bill Borden, Corporate Vice President of Worldwide Financial Services at Microsoft, for a sweeping conversation on the future of banking and leadership in an AI-driven world.

In this episode of Money Majlis recorded on the sidelines of the Istanbul Fintech Week 2025, host Suvo Sarkar sits down with Sopnendu Mohanty, Group CEO of the Global Finance and Technology Network and former Chief Fintech Officer at the Monetary Authority of Singapore.

In this Advertising-special episode of Money Majlis, we sit down with Sasan Saeidi, global client lead at WPP & VML and the current world president of the International Advertising Association to understand the playbook of modern advertising.