financial technology
The Mr. Collins Conundrum: Is Your Financial AI a Sycophant in Disguise?
A witty letter to the FT about a “Mr. Collins chatbot” reveals a serious risk in financial AI: are we building sycophants instead of critical advisors?
Decoding the Market: What Solving a Financial Crossword Teaches Us About Modern Investing
Finance is a grand puzzle. This post decodes market forces and investing strategies using a crossword metaphor, connecting blockchain, economics, and trading.
Beyond the Podium: Decoding the Economic Tremors of a Presidential Address
A presidential address is more than a speech; it’s a key economic indicator. Discover how it impacts the stock market, finance, and your investments.
The Shadow Economy of Plastic: How Gift Card Scams Threaten Modern Finance
Gift card scams are a multi-million dollar threat, impacting consumers, the economy, and the finance industry. Explore the risks and fintech solutions.
The £5,000 Leggings: A Sobering Case Study on Fintech’s Dark Side and Hidden Investment Risks
A £5,000 leggings purchase reveals the dark side of the subscription economy, exposing hidden risks for consumers, investors, and the fintech industry.
Northern Powerhouse Rail: A Decade of Delay or a Trillion-Pound Tipping Point for the UK Economy?
After a decade of promises, the UK’s Northern Powerhouse Rail scheme faces a critical moment. Will it finally unlock economic growth or remain a fiscal fantasy?
The Whale in the Portfolio: A 19th-Century Lesson on Stranded Assets and the Modern Energy Transition
The 19th-century collapse of the whale oil industry offers a stark warning for today’s fossil fuel investors about stranded assets and technological disruption.
The Swedish Christmas Portfolio: Building Financial Resilience in a Volatile World
Discover how the principles of a fairytale Swedish Christmas can guide a resilient investment strategy in today’s volatile global economy.
The EU’s Billion-Dollar Disconnect: Why a Fragmented Telecom Market Threatens Europe’s Economic Future
Europe’s fragmented telecom market stifles investment and economic growth. The EU’s Digital Networks Act is a critical test to create a true single market.
Flawed Models, Hidden Growth? Debunking the Brexit ‘Doppelgänger’ Narrative
Flawed ‘doppelgänger’ models may be hiding the UK’s post-Brexit economic reality. A deeper look at trade, policy, and a new growth trajectory.
Beyond the Spark: Uncovering the True Origins of Financial Fire
Financial innovation isn’t just about a brilliant idea. It requires the right conditions to ignite, a lesson crucial for investors in fintech and blockchain.
Meta’s Llama: A Stroke of Branding Genius or a Costly AI Joke?
Does the name of Meta’s AI model, Llama, hint at a fatal flaw or a brilliant market strategy? We dive deep into its impact on finance and investing.