Stessa Cohen
@stessacohen.bsky.social
Strategic banking industry advisor, analyst, strategy consultant. I support #fintechs #finserv & #FIs everywhere. democracy fan. former: Gartner & banker. now: PivotAssets Newsletter: http://pivotassets.substack.com / pivotassets.co / thirdeyeadvisory.com
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A couple of years ago, I approached Ivo Spigel, who I met through the twitter tech community & met in person through my colleague Ivan Maglic, about an idea I had for a fintech conference. A… | St...
A couple of years ago, I approached Ivo Spigel, who I met through the twitter tech community & met in person through my colleague Ivan Maglic, about an idea I had for a fintech conference. A gathering...
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@ivospigel.bsky.social, Nick Holland & I have created an exciting new fintech event. FinVino! 👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽
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The Wampanoag grew corn on Cape Cod during the Little Ice Age. How? Generations of seed science!
In Ep. 426, Michael Wise reveals how Native food systems were dynamic, scientific, and deliberate.
🎧 benfranklinsworld.com/426
In Ep. 426, Michael Wise reveals how Native food systems were dynamic, scientific, and deliberate.
🎧 benfranklinsworld.com/426
November 29, 2025 at 4:44 PM
The Wampanoag grew corn on Cape Cod during the Little Ice Age. How? Generations of seed science!
In Ep. 426, Michael Wise reveals how Native food systems were dynamic, scientific, and deliberate.
🎧 benfranklinsworld.com/426
In Ep. 426, Michael Wise reveals how Native food systems were dynamic, scientific, and deliberate.
🎧 benfranklinsworld.com/426
#bankers: Gen Z is smarter than you think. www.instagram.com/reel/DRffEHZ...
Oliver Otcasek on Instagram: "How to go to prison (now without violence!)
The Internet has an orange Lambo problem.
#tiktokfinance #scamtok #getrichquick #turofail #fartcoin #supercarbros #phillyhum...
Getting caught up in scams, financial mishaps, and business blunders can land you in prison without any physical harm. Learn from the real-life examples of people who have made costly mistakes and avo...
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November 26, 2025 at 8:32 PM
#bankers: Gen Z is smarter than you think. www.instagram.com/reel/DRffEHZ...
@ivospigel.bsky.social, Nick Holland & I have created an exciting new fintech event. FinVino! 👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽
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A couple of years ago, I approached Ivo Spigel, who I met through the twitter tech community & met in person through my colleague Ivan Maglic, about an idea I had for a fintech conference. A… | St...
A couple of years ago, I approached Ivo Spigel, who I met through the twitter tech community & met in person through my colleague Ivan Maglic, about an idea I had for a fintech conference. A gathering...
www.linkedin.com
November 25, 2025 at 1:35 AM
@ivospigel.bsky.social, Nick Holland & I have created an exciting new fintech event. FinVino! 👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽
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If you have any interest in the American Revolutionary War, listen to this @bfworld.bsky.social episode with @michaelhattem.bsky.social & then buy his book(s). Both will help you understand the US today. @psbdc.bsky.social @strategistjim.bsky.social
After the Revolution, Americans didn’t just celebrate independence—they shaped its story. 🧠📖
Join Michael Hattem and explore how memory, myth, and meaning made 1776 a cornerstone of national identity.
#MemoryStudies #VastEarlyAmerica #History #AmericanRevolution #Revolution250
Join Michael Hattem and explore how memory, myth, and meaning made 1776 a cornerstone of national identity.
#MemoryStudies #VastEarlyAmerica #History #AmericanRevolution #Revolution250
Episode 408: Michael Hattem, The Memory of 1776
Michael Hattem joins us to discuss the American Revolution and its memory, drawing on details from his book, The Memory of ‘76.
benfranklinsworld.com
November 22, 2025 at 9:24 PM
If you have any interest in the American Revolutionary War, listen to this @bfworld.bsky.social episode with @michaelhattem.bsky.social & then buy his book(s). Both will help you understand the US today. @psbdc.bsky.social @strategistjim.bsky.social
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The choice in the TN-07 Special is clear:
✱ Aftyn Behn always supported the release of Epstein files
✱ Her opponent DIDN’T SUPPORT RELEASE OF EPSTEIN FILES
☎️ Phone from anywhere: www.mobilize.us/theunion/eve...
🚶♀️➡️To canvass in TN-07 go to Action.jointheunion.us and filter for your area. Nashville 👇
✱ Aftyn Behn always supported the release of Epstein files
✱ Her opponent DIDN’T SUPPORT RELEASE OF EPSTEIN FILES
☎️ Phone from anywhere: www.mobilize.us/theunion/eve...
🚶♀️➡️To canvass in TN-07 go to Action.jointheunion.us and filter for your area. Nashville 👇
Nashville! Canvass With Aftyn! · The Union
Join Team Aftyn on the doors to help us connect directly with voters in Nashville! You’ll talk with neighbors about what’s at stake in this special election and why Aftyn is the fearless leader we nee...
www.mobilize.us
November 19, 2025 at 10:32 PM
The choice in the TN-07 Special is clear:
✱ Aftyn Behn always supported the release of Epstein files
✱ Her opponent DIDN’T SUPPORT RELEASE OF EPSTEIN FILES
☎️ Phone from anywhere: www.mobilize.us/theunion/eve...
🚶♀️➡️To canvass in TN-07 go to Action.jointheunion.us and filter for your area. Nashville 👇
✱ Aftyn Behn always supported the release of Epstein files
✱ Her opponent DIDN’T SUPPORT RELEASE OF EPSTEIN FILES
☎️ Phone from anywhere: www.mobilize.us/theunion/eve...
🚶♀️➡️To canvass in TN-07 go to Action.jointheunion.us and filter for your area. Nashville 👇
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Want to help Aftyn on the ground or on the phone?
Canvass in TN-07: www.mobilize.us/theunion/?is...
Phone from anywhere: www.mobilize.us/theunion/eve...
Canvass in TN-07: www.mobilize.us/theunion/?is...
Phone from anywhere: www.mobilize.us/theunion/eve...
‼️TN07 SPECIAL ELECTION‼️
On Dec 2, you have the opportunity to end the chaos by voting for Aftyn Behn.
Aftyn is a social worker who understands how much TN is suffering the negative effects of the OBBB & disastrous economy.
Want better for your family?
Vote for Aftyn!
#ResistanceUnited #ProudBlue
On Dec 2, you have the opportunity to end the chaos by voting for Aftyn Behn.
Aftyn is a social worker who understands how much TN is suffering the negative effects of the OBBB & disastrous economy.
Want better for your family?
Vote for Aftyn!
#ResistanceUnited #ProudBlue
November 22, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Want to help Aftyn on the ground or on the phone?
Canvass in TN-07: www.mobilize.us/theunion/?is...
Phone from anywhere: www.mobilize.us/theunion/eve...
Canvass in TN-07: www.mobilize.us/theunion/?is...
Phone from anywhere: www.mobilize.us/theunion/eve...
Just finished first day at #FTTAustin. Heard lots of great ideas, thoughts & best practices about everything from Agentic AI to fintech partnerships.
November 19, 2025 at 12:56 AM
Just finished first day at #FTTAustin. Heard lots of great ideas, thoughts & best practices about everything from Agentic AI to fintech partnerships.
Goodbye penny. Cash is less popular and not in favor; I'm still anxious to see what I get when I give a $5 for something that costs $4.37. Will the retailer eat the 3 cents or will I?
@alexisrjimenez.bsky.social @strategistjim.bsky.social @psbdc.bsky.social
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@alexisrjimenez.bsky.social @strategistjim.bsky.social @psbdc.bsky.social
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US Mint in Philadelphia to press final penny as the 1-cent coin gets canceled
The U.S. Mint has been making pennies in Philadelphia, the nation’s birthplace, since 1793, a year after Congress passed the Coinage Act. Today, there are billions of them in circulation, but they are...
keystonenewsroom.com
November 12, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Goodbye penny. Cash is less popular and not in favor; I'm still anxious to see what I get when I give a $5 for something that costs $4.37. Will the retailer eat the 3 cents or will I?
@alexisrjimenez.bsky.social @strategistjim.bsky.social @psbdc.bsky.social
keystonenewsroom.com/2025/11/12/u...
@alexisrjimenez.bsky.social @strategistjim.bsky.social @psbdc.bsky.social
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U.S. Bank sees stablecoin opportunity in trade finance
The bank is still exploring stablecoin options outside of custody services
www.americanbanker.com/payments/new...
#FinTech #FinServ #Banking
The bank is still exploring stablecoin options outside of custody services
www.americanbanker.com/payments/new...
#FinTech #FinServ #Banking
U.S. Bank sees stablecoin opportunity in trade finance
The Minneapolis-based bank is still exploring stablecoin options outside of custody services, but sees opportunity in trade finance, CEO Gunjan Kedia said at The Clearing House Annual Conference in…
www.americanbanker.com
November 10, 2025 at 4:02 PM
U.S. Bank sees stablecoin opportunity in trade finance
The bank is still exploring stablecoin options outside of custody services
www.americanbanker.com/payments/new...
#FinTech #FinServ #Banking
The bank is still exploring stablecoin options outside of custody services
www.americanbanker.com/payments/new...
#FinTech #FinServ #Banking
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Texans: Sick of Gov Abbott's corruption? Check out Reed Galen's conversation with his pro-democracy, anti-corruption opponent....
Join me and @ginafortexas.bsky.social for a conversation about why she's running for governor of #Texas, how she helped prevent the shut down of her son's school, and why it's way beyond time to end Greg Abbott's massive corruption. youtu.be/3_TcJ39V-IU?...
Meet Texas' Next Governor with State Rep. Gina Hinojosa
YouTube video by The Home Front
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October 30, 2025 at 12:33 AM
Texans: Sick of Gov Abbott's corruption? Check out Reed Galen's conversation with his pro-democracy, anti-corruption opponent....
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🇺🇸🚨🇺🇸 ONE WEEK TIL ELECTION DAY, NOV. 4th❣️❣️
🗳️🗳️Vote like this is your last chance 🗳️🗳️
☎️🚶🏽♂️➡️✍️ And if you don’t have a vote this election, encourage those who DO have a vote, to exercise it at: Action.jointheunion.us
🤑And/or please consider supporting others’ efforts by making a donation. jointheunion.us
🗳️🗳️Vote like this is your last chance 🗳️🗳️
☎️🚶🏽♂️➡️✍️ And if you don’t have a vote this election, encourage those who DO have a vote, to exercise it at: Action.jointheunion.us
🤑And/or please consider supporting others’ efforts by making a donation. jointheunion.us
Join The Union | Home
Join The Union to support democracy, drive collective action, and empower communities nationwide. Discover volunteer opportunities and take action today.
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October 28, 2025 at 11:51 AM
🇺🇸🚨🇺🇸 ONE WEEK TIL ELECTION DAY, NOV. 4th❣️❣️
🗳️🗳️Vote like this is your last chance 🗳️🗳️
☎️🚶🏽♂️➡️✍️ And if you don’t have a vote this election, encourage those who DO have a vote, to exercise it at: Action.jointheunion.us
🤑And/or please consider supporting others’ efforts by making a donation. jointheunion.us
🗳️🗳️Vote like this is your last chance 🗳️🗳️
☎️🚶🏽♂️➡️✍️ And if you don’t have a vote this election, encourage those who DO have a vote, to exercise it at: Action.jointheunion.us
🤑And/or please consider supporting others’ efforts by making a donation. jointheunion.us
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This is how loss of trust in our election system destroys democracy. MAGA has been working for over a decade -making false allegations when our election system is the best in the world.
Based on MAGAs false claims and Trump’s unlawfulness, WE question the legitimacy of monitors. What will they do?
Based on MAGAs false claims and Trump’s unlawfulness, WE question the legitimacy of monitors. What will they do?
Justice Department Will Monitor Elections in California and New Jersey
www.nytimes.com
October 25, 2025 at 2:04 AM
This is how loss of trust in our election system destroys democracy. MAGA has been working for over a decade -making false allegations when our election system is the best in the world.
Based on MAGAs false claims and Trump’s unlawfulness, WE question the legitimacy of monitors. What will they do?
Based on MAGAs false claims and Trump’s unlawfulness, WE question the legitimacy of monitors. What will they do?
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For anyone in the Boston area, I am doing an event at Cambridge Public Library on November 10th.
Registration link: cambridgepl.libcal.com/event/15458403
Registration link: cambridgepl.libcal.com/event/15458403
October 20, 2025 at 11:37 PM
For anyone in the Boston area, I am doing an event at Cambridge Public Library on November 10th.
Registration link: cambridgepl.libcal.com/event/15458403
Registration link: cambridgepl.libcal.com/event/15458403
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🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 Kansas City MO for FREEDOM!!! Americans all over this beautiful country love freedom. It will take all of us, but we can rebuild our communities, our country. #NoKings
October 18, 2025 at 9:17 PM
🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 Kansas City MO for FREEDOM!!! Americans all over this beautiful country love freedom. It will take all of us, but we can rebuild our communities, our country. #NoKings
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🚨 Pennsylvanians: 4️⃣ days to register to vote on Nov 4th & protect your freedom!
✅ Register: www.pa.gov/agencies/vote
✅ Find your polling place: www.pa.gov/services/vot...
✅ ✅ ✅ Vote your local ballot & to retain Supreme Court Justices! Polls: 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. If you're in line by 8pm, you can vote.
✅ Register: www.pa.gov/agencies/vote
✅ Find your polling place: www.pa.gov/services/vot...
✅ ✅ ✅ Vote your local ballot & to retain Supreme Court Justices! Polls: 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. If you're in line by 8pm, you can vote.
Voting & Election Information
Voting & Election Information
www.pa.gov
October 16, 2025 at 1:22 PM
🚨 Pennsylvanians: 4️⃣ days to register to vote on Nov 4th & protect your freedom!
✅ Register: www.pa.gov/agencies/vote
✅ Find your polling place: www.pa.gov/services/vot...
✅ ✅ ✅ Vote your local ballot & to retain Supreme Court Justices! Polls: 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. If you're in line by 8pm, you can vote.
✅ Register: www.pa.gov/agencies/vote
✅ Find your polling place: www.pa.gov/services/vot...
✅ ✅ ✅ Vote your local ballot & to retain Supreme Court Justices! Polls: 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. If you're in line by 8pm, you can vote.
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VOTE YES TO RETAIN
DONOHUE • DOUGHERTY • WECHT
Keep PA’s Supreme Court fair and independent.
Early voting has begun. Let's show up early and make it count.
Return your ballot by 8 pm Nov. 4!
Click below to find polling place/ballot drop off locations.
#Voterizer social.fieldteam6.org/s/2NpmolG4
DONOHUE • DOUGHERTY • WECHT
Keep PA’s Supreme Court fair and independent.
Early voting has begun. Let's show up early and make it count.
Return your ballot by 8 pm Nov. 4!
Click below to find polling place/ballot drop off locations.
#Voterizer social.fieldteam6.org/s/2NpmolG4
October 15, 2025 at 6:59 PM
VOTE YES TO RETAIN
DONOHUE • DOUGHERTY • WECHT
Keep PA’s Supreme Court fair and independent.
Early voting has begun. Let's show up early and make it count.
Return your ballot by 8 pm Nov. 4!
Click below to find polling place/ballot drop off locations.
#Voterizer social.fieldteam6.org/s/2NpmolG4
DONOHUE • DOUGHERTY • WECHT
Keep PA’s Supreme Court fair and independent.
Early voting has begun. Let's show up early and make it count.
Return your ballot by 8 pm Nov. 4!
Click below to find polling place/ballot drop off locations.
#Voterizer social.fieldteam6.org/s/2NpmolG4
Is a sandwich named after a football star the path to your bank's successful deployment of #stablecoin? My thoughts open.substack.com/pub/pivotass...
The Saquon Path to Selling Your Customers on New Products
Frustrated in efforts to get customers to try new products/services? Wonder if your back office will let you offer stablecoin products? It might be time to learn a few things from Wawa & The Saquon.
open.substack.com
October 3, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Is a sandwich named after a football star the path to your bank's successful deployment of #stablecoin? My thoughts open.substack.com/pub/pivotass...
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Today is Constitution Day in the United States, marking the anniversary of its signing in Philadelphia on this date in 1787. Take a few moments today to read the document all the way through, and find a way to contribute yourself to a "more perfect union."
constitutioncenter.org/the-constitu...
constitutioncenter.org/the-constitu...
The U.S. Constitution
Learn about the text, history, and meaning of the U.S. Constitution from leading scholars of diverse legal and philosophical perspectives.
constitutioncenter.org
September 17, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Today is Constitution Day in the United States, marking the anniversary of its signing in Philadelphia on this date in 1787. Take a few moments today to read the document all the way through, and find a way to contribute yourself to a "more perfect union."
constitutioncenter.org/the-constitu...
constitutioncenter.org/the-constitu...
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🗳️ Pennsylvanians! Did you know that Nov. 4th is Election Day and we have Judicial elections on the ballot? vote.pa.gov
🗳️ Why are these elections important? These Justices protect your rights, keep the system honest.
🗳️ You still have time to register to vote!
🗳️ Why are these elections important? These Justices protect your rights, keep the system honest.
🗳️ You still have time to register to vote!
September 17, 2025 at 3:28 PM
🗳️ Pennsylvanians! Did you know that Nov. 4th is Election Day and we have Judicial elections on the ballot? vote.pa.gov
🗳️ Why are these elections important? These Justices protect your rights, keep the system honest.
🗳️ You still have time to register to vote!
🗳️ Why are these elections important? These Justices protect your rights, keep the system honest.
🗳️ You still have time to register to vote!
Does your FI's leadership give your employees the tools to navigate challenges, disasters with resiliency? If not, your FI is not ready for the future. open.substack.com/pub/pivotass...
A Trifecta of Disasters
A trifecta of disasters before, during and on the way home from Finovate made me think about resiliency. Do you have the skills to adapt to the future upon us now? How do you cultivate resiliency?
open.substack.com
September 16, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Does your FI's leadership give your employees the tools to navigate challenges, disasters with resiliency? If not, your FI is not ready for the future. open.substack.com/pub/pivotass...
Routine is important
All the afternoon till 9 at night at my office, and then home and eat an egg or two, and so to my lodgings and to bed.
September 12, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Routine is important
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Boston, 1775: Crowds riot, militias gather, and a young doctor named Joseph Warren becomes the Revolution’s boldest voice.
📢 This week on Ben Franklin’s World: The man behind Bunker Hill.
Listen: benfranklinsworld.com/413
#Rev250 #BunkerHill250 #History #Boston
📢 This week on Ben Franklin’s World: The man behind Bunker Hill.
Listen: benfranklinsworld.com/413
#Rev250 #BunkerHill250 #History #Boston
benfranklinsworld.com
September 12, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Boston, 1775: Crowds riot, militias gather, and a young doctor named Joseph Warren becomes the Revolution’s boldest voice.
📢 This week on Ben Franklin’s World: The man behind Bunker Hill.
Listen: benfranklinsworld.com/413
#Rev250 #BunkerHill250 #History #Boston
📢 This week on Ben Franklin’s World: The man behind Bunker Hill.
Listen: benfranklinsworld.com/413
#Rev250 #BunkerHill250 #History #Boston
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You know who was also a young husband and father—not to mention ex-Marine—who died, not attacking others to make himself rich and powerful, but to save the lives of others?
David Rose, the officer killed by the anti-vax domestic terrorist who attacked the CDC.
apnews.com/article/deka...
David Rose, the officer killed by the anti-vax domestic terrorist who attacked the CDC.
apnews.com/article/deka...
Law enforcement officers remember police officer killed in CDC shooting in Atlanta
Weeks after David Rose was killed while responding to a shooting this month at the CDC headquarters in Atlanta, officers are remembering the DeKalb County police officer as a courageous leader who pri...
apnews.com
September 11, 2025 at 2:21 PM
You know who was also a young husband and father—not to mention ex-Marine—who died, not attacking others to make himself rich and powerful, but to save the lives of others?
David Rose, the officer killed by the anti-vax domestic terrorist who attacked the CDC.
apnews.com/article/deka...
David Rose, the officer killed by the anti-vax domestic terrorist who attacked the CDC.
apnews.com/article/deka...
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Remembering MN house speaker Melissa Hortman, her husband Mark and their beloved dog Gilbert. Murdered in June at their home by a rightwing Trump-voting evangelist, who also shot another MN lawmaker and his wife at THEIR home, 9 and 8 times, respectively (miraculously, they survived).
September 11, 2025 at 5:50 AM
Remembering MN house speaker Melissa Hortman, her husband Mark and their beloved dog Gilbert. Murdered in June at their home by a rightwing Trump-voting evangelist, who also shot another MN lawmaker and his wife at THEIR home, 9 and 8 times, respectively (miraculously, they survived).