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Chris Ryalls

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Chris brings two decades of sales and account-management expertise to every engagement, expertly guiding complex solutions from prospecting through closing. He consistently wins new business and deepens existing relationships across fintech, banking, financial services and telecoms. Known for his natural gravitas and clear, persuasive communication, Chris excels in contract negotiation, consultative value-based selling and revenue generation—routinely surpassing targets and driving sustained growth. His trusted-advisor approach was summed up by a Vodafone Programme Director who called him “a colleague, not a supplier.”

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Authentiq8.Me
May 2025 - Present
Authentiq8.me is transforming digital authentication by eliminating passwords and SMS codes, replacing them with secure, device-tied biometric authentication powered by asymmetric cryptography. This delivers strong protection against phishing, credential theft, and account takeover while creating a seamless and intuitive user experience. Beyond security, Authentiq8.me supports digital inclusion by removing barriers caused by complex or inaccessible login methods, enabling safer and easier access for all users. With flexible integration options—including OAuth 2.0 / OpenID Connect, direct API, and a WordPress plugin—the platform helps financial institutions, insurers, fintechs, and digital platforms accelerate passwordless adoption, reduce fraud costs, and build greater customer trust.
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Trusek
Dec 2024 - Present
Trusek is accelerating digital innovation by enabling fintechs, banks, and payment providers to launch and scale new services without the constraints of legacy systems. Its cloud-native, modular platform delivers core account management, card issuing, digital wallets, and transaction processing within a single infrastructure—reducing complexity, cost, and time-to-market. Designed for growth, Trusek helps organisations adapt quickly to evolving regulation, customer expectations, and emerging technologies. By combining enterprise-grade reliability with rapid deployment, Trusek empowers clients to deliver secure, seamless, and inclusive financial services that enhance customer engagement and open new revenue opportunities.
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Launching a FinTech Start-up? Here's how to prioritize your limited resources for a smooth take-off.

As a new FinTech preparing to launch, your limited resources will face competing demands. At a high level, you’ll need to: Build a secure platform to support your services. Obtain your Regulatory Permission (FCA license). Hire skilled staff to meet regulatory requirements and serve your customers. Market your services effectively to your target au...

08 September 2025 Fintech innovation and startups

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