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FinTech Under Fire: The Underrated Victims of the Trade War
In this eye-opening interview, we dive deep with FinTech expert Georg Hauer to uncover how the recent Liberty Day tariffs are severely impacting the financial technology sector in ways most analysts have overlooked.
While media attention focuses on manufacturing and logistics, FinTech companies face unexpected challenges:
• IPO plans derailed (including Klarna's anticipated offering)
• Cross-border payment services threatened as globalization recedes
• Supply chain disruptions affecting payment hardware
• Increased FX volatility creating new hedging demands
Hauer, a former N26 General Manager…
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