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How AI Transforms Retail, Finance and Manufacturing in 2026

In this episode, Dana Gardner sits down with three industry experts from Snowflake: Rosemary DeAragon, Rinesh Patel, and Tim Long to explore how AI will transform retail, financial services, and global manufacturing in 2026. Together, they break down the forces reshaping consumer behavior, enterprise operations, and competitive dynamics across these sectors. Across all three industries, one theme is clear: in 2026, AI will no longer be a side experiment. It will be a foundational driver of growth, efficiency, and competitive advantage.

4 Finance Team Mistakes and How To Avoid Them

Finance teams are smart, but not infallible. Even the most talented and dedicated finance professionals, like the ones on your team, are bound to make a mistake from time to time. But some mistakes are more costly than others. Have you ever been in the middle of a presentation and realized that you were talking about the wrong data? Or have you had an executive ask for data that you simply couldn’t find? With the right tools and automation, you can avoid these embarrassing moments.

Open Banking API Development: A Complete Guide

In 2025, open banking APIs are changing how money moves. They act as secure digital connectors, allowing banks, fintech startups, and third-party providers to share financial data in real-time. What began as a regulatory push has now evolved into a full-blown market revolution. According to Grand View Research, the global open banking market reached nearly USD 31.6 billion in 2024 and is projected to cross USD 135 billion by 2030.

How to Develop a Mobile Banking App: Features, Tech Stack, and Cost Breakdown

‍ Banking has moved far beyond counters and teller windows- it now fits right in your pocket. In just a few years, mobile banking apps have revolutionised how people manage their finances. What once meant standing in line at a branch or waiting on hold can now be done in seconds, whether you are applying for a loan or transferring money. This shift is only getting faster. Banks and fintech startups are all focused on making banking not just digital, but more personal and intuitive.

Appian DocCenter for Financial Services

Documents are the foundation of nearly every process in financial services, including client onboarding, regulatory reporting, trade lifecycle management, asset servicing, and more. This constant flow of unstructured content, such as Investment Policy Statements, complex legal agreements, and compliance forms, burdens teams with manual review, creates significant operational friction, and increases the risk of data inconsistency and regulatory non-compliance. Watch this video to see how Appian DocCenter automates the entire document lifecycle.

How Finance Teams Can Reclaim Control of Cloud Data

In an era of economic uncertainty and rapid digital transformation, finance and accounting professionals face a paradox: their data has never been more abundant, yet access to it has never been more challenging. Kevin Gibson, CPA and Principal Solutions Engineer at insightsoftware, recently sat down with Scott Taylor on an episode of the Don’t Panic!

Accelerating GenAI Adoption in Financial Services

"Watch the full Cloudera webinar replay: Accelerating the Adoption of Generative AI in Financial Services. This comprehensive session outlines a step-by-step framework for moving from pilot projects to enterprise-wide AI adoption, covering everything from data strategy to governance and use case prioritization. This is your essential guide to a faster, more secure GenAI rollout.

Managing Risk in Banking and Capital Markets with Qlik and Databricks

Discover how Qlik and Databricks are transforming risk management for banks and capital markets Learn how leading financial institutions are leveraging data and AI to manage risk, prevent fraud, and stay ahead of industry regulations. Learn how modernizing your data estate and harnessing the power of artificial intelligence can streamline compliance and automate complex processes. Get a sneak peek at the tools and strategies that help banks get AI-ready, integrate data pipelines, and unlock the benefits of generative AI.

Microservices Architecture for FinTech Applications: Benefits and Implementation Guide

‍ Why should FinTech leaders care? Consider this: around 71% of organizations have adopted microservices (partially or fully), citing gains in agility, scalability, and resilience. And when done right, microservices can decrease overhead costs by up to half and boost developer productivity by 50%.

How Much Does It Cost To Build a Personal Finance App Like Monarch Money

‍ Users expect a single pane of glass for budgets, net worth, investments, goals, and safe bank connections that “just work.” Building a personal finance app that people trust isn’t just a design exercise; it’s a data, security, and distribution challenge. Investors are backing winners in this space.