Simon Taylor is a prominent figure in the world of financial technology, and one of the most influential people in Banking, Insurance, and Fintech. With a wealth of experience in the industry, Simon co-founded and currently serves as the Blockchain Practice Lead at 11:FS, where he advises some of the world's largest banks, financial institutions, and corporations on how Blockchain and DLT will impact their businesses in the short, medium, and long term, among other digital strategy issues. Simon also served as the VP of Blockchain R+D at Barclays, where he led Blockchain research and development, creating innovations that allowed Barclays to become the world's first bank to perform a live trade finance transaction over a Blockchain/ DLT with a real customer attached. Additionally, he co-hosts the Fintech Insider and Blockchain Insider podcasts, which are among the most respected business podcasts in Europe. Simon's area of expertise includes Blockchain, DLT, Crypto Assets, Bitcoin, Cryptocurrencies, Fintech, User Experience Design, Digital Compliance, Digital Operating Models, Mobile Banking, eCommerce, and more.