Brett King is a world-renowned futurist and international bestselling author, recognized as the "Godfather of Fintech" and a pioneer in financial technology. He is the Founder of Moven, the world's first mobile, app-based neo-bank, and a leading media personality covering the future of business and society. His work is critical for understanding the global shift toward digitally driven, human-centered financial services.
King's entrepreneurial innovation is seminal: Moven pioneered the first app-based bank account with in-app debit card application, real-time receipts, and the use of the homescreen for financial health—innovations that set the standard for today's challenger banks. He is also the host of the world’s first and #1 ranked radio show on FinTech, "Breaking Banks," which has over 10 million downloads in 180 countries.
A highly influential global strategist, King previously advised the Obama administration on Fintech policy, and his book Augmented was cited by President Xi Jinping. His books, including Bank 4.0 and his latest, The Rise of Technosocialism, have achieved bestseller status in 20 countries. He is a highly sought-after speaker at major global events, including TED, The Economist, and Web Summit, having spoken in over 50 countries in recent years.
Voted the world’s #1 Financial Services Influencer by The Financial Brand, King's presentations deliver a potent message on technology transformation and the creation of value in the digital age. He provides bank boards, regulators, and corporate audiences with a strategic vision for adapting to the disruption of the financial sector, emphasizing that the future of banking is fundamentally mobile and data-driven.