financial technology
The Investor’s Crossword: Decoding the Puzzles of Modern Finance
The world of finance is the ultimate puzzle. Discover how the disciplined mindset of a crossword solver can help you decode the markets and build a winning investment strategy.
The Lincoln Arbitrage: What a Melodramatic Play Reveals About Modern Finance and Investing
A comedic play about Mary Todd Lincoln offers surprising insights into market volatility, fintech disruption, and value investing for the modern economy.
The Silver Tsunami: Why Working Longer is Becoming an Economic Necessity
An ageing population presents huge economic challenges. A UK Lords report says over-50s must work longer, a signal for investors and the finance industry.
The €300 Billion Dilemma: Using Frozen Russian Assets to Fund Ukraine
A deep dive into the EU & G7’s debate on using €300B in frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine, analyzing the immense financial and legal risks involved.
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.
Interest Rates Cut to 3.75%: What This Pivot Means for Your Investments, the Economy, and Fintech
A pivotal interest rate cut to 3.75% has been announced. We break down what this means for investors, the economy, and the future of finance.
Beyond the Fine Print: Why a UK Insurance Shake-Up Signals a New Era for Financial Transparency
A UK regulatory crackdown on confusing insurance policies signals a major shift towards transparency, with huge implications for finance, fintech, and investing.
The $580 Billion Treasure Hiding in Japan’s Closets: A New Frontier for its Economy?
Japan is sitting on a $580bn hidden asset class: unused household goods. Fintech is now unlocking this value, with huge implications for its economy.
The $15 Trillion Shadow Economy: Inside the Global Empire of Crime-as-a-Service
A $15 trillion shadow economy is reshaping global finance. Discover how Chinese syndicates and Crime-as-a-Service are impacting investing and banking.
The Unseen Fault Line: How a Tory Split Could Trigger the Next UK Market Shock
A potential split in the UK Conservative party could trigger a major market shock, impacting the economy, stock market, and investor confidence.
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.
The Fintech Paradox: Why “Thanks, But No Thanks” is the Most Important Voice in Open Banking
A simple letter to the editor reveals a deep trust deficit in Open Banking. We explore the paradox of trading financial privacy for fintech convenience.