Real-Time AI in FinTech: How Conductor Is Redefining Fraud Detection and Data Infrastructure

In this episode of Momentum: Where FinTech Meets AI, Stan Altshuller talks with Quentin Packard, SVP at Conductor, about how real-time data and AI are transforming the FinTech landscape. From modern fraud prevention to personalized customer experiences, Quentin shares how streaming technologies like Kafka are enabling financial institutions to innovate faster, reduce operational costs, and enhance compliance.

They also explore how scalable data infrastructure supports embedded finance, why real-time analytics are becoming mission-critical, and how teams can harness AI without creating new security risks. If you’re building or modernizing a FinTech platform, this episode is your roadmap to combining AI, automation, and real-time intelligence for lasting competitive advantage.

Key Moments:

00:00 "Momentum Podcast: Fintech Insights"

06:12 "Secure Real-Time Data Management"

07:51 "Secure, Efficient Access and Innovation"

13:01 "AI Transformation: Early Stages"

15:15 "Building Trusted Data Systems"

20:59 "Identifying and Solving Bottlenecks"

23:11 "Turning Challenges Into Opportunities"

About the guest : 

Quentin Packard is a results-driven technology leader who has played a key role in helping companies streamline operations and reduce costs. Working with Conductor, Quentin empowered centralized teams to scale and leverage Kafka technology more efficiently across a range of services, from banking and payments to web platforms. His innovative approach enabled real-time insights for detecting and preventing fraud, allowing businesses to spot suspicious transactions and authorizations without increasing false positives or compromising service quality. Quentin’s contributions have significantly enhanced operational security and reliability while supporting business growth.

How to connect Quentin : 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/qpackard/

About the host : 

Stan Altshuller is a leading figure at the intersection of fintech and artificial intelligence. As an investor, founder, and advisor, he has collaborated with some of the world’s top hedge funds, asset managers, and data companies, helping them leverage technology for smarter decision-making and growth. Stan hosts the Momentum podcast, where each week he shares practical AI strategies designed to help financial professionals cut through the noise, beat data overload, and build intelligent, data-driven workflows. With a passion for exploring what’s next in finance, Stan empowers his audience to stay ahead of the curve by turning ideas into actionable results.

Connect Stan : 

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanalt/

Website www.acadia.im