Financial Technology
The £150 Glitch: How a Single Postcode Error Reveals Systemic Risk in the Global Economy
A minor postcode glitch preventing pensioners from receiving a £150 benefit reveals the massive systemic risk lurking in our global financial infrastructure.
AI’s Reality Check: Navigating the Risks Beyond the Hype in Business and Finance
AI’s first year in the mainstream was marked by high-profile corporate blunders. This is a critical wake-up call for business, finance, and investing.
Solving the Global Economy: A Crossword-Solver’s Guide to Modern Finance
The global economy is the ultimate puzzle. This guide uses a crossword metaphor to deconstruct modern finance, from macroeconomics to fintech and investing.
The Five-Year-Old Test: A New Turing Test for AI in Finance
A simple test reveals a critical flaw in financial AI: it can recite complex data but fails to truly understand it, posing risks for investing and the economy.
The Great Christmas Migration: What Holiday Travel Reveals About the Economy, Investing, and Fintech
The annual Christmas travel rush is more than a tradition; it’s a powerful barometer of economic health, revealing key trends for finance and investing.
The £300 School Bus Ticket: A Micro-Crisis Pointing to Macroeconomic Headwinds
A 45% school bus fare hike is more than a local issue; it’s a microcosm of macroeconomic pressures, revealing deep insights into inflation and our economy.
The Toilet Indicator: What Victorian Loos and Japanese Glass Boxes Can Teach Us About Modern Investing
Discover what Victorian-era public conveniences and modern Japanese design can teach investors about economic indicators, fintech, and long-term value.
Beyond the Gridlock: What the Busiest Travel Day of the Year Reveals About Our Economy
Beyond a travel nuisance, the year’s busiest travel day is a powerful, real-time indicator of economic health, consumer confidence, and market trends.
The 16-Minute Economy: What a Luton Soup Kitchen Reveals About Modern Finance and Investment Risk
A Luton soup kitchen served 120 meals in 16 minutes, a stark economic indicator revealing deep risks and opportunities for finance, investing, and fintech.
The Productivity Paradox: Why Our Service Economy Is Stuck in First Gear
In a service-dominated world, traditional productivity metrics fail. Discover why our economy feels stuck and what it means for finance and investing.
XRP at a Crossroads: Navigating the Clash Between Crypto Optimism and Economic Fear
XRP’s price is at a critical juncture, caught between bullish crypto ETF inflows and a bearish macroeconomic environment. What’s next for investors?
The Billion-Pound Traffic Jam: Why the UK Driving Test Backlog is a Major Red Flag for the Economy and Investors
The UK’s driving test backlog is more than an inconvenience; it’s a major economic red flag with deep implications for investors, finance, and the stock market.