financial technology
Beyond the Correction: Why a Product Listing Scandal at Shein and AliExpress Is a Major Red Flag for Investors
A minor news correction reveals major ESG risks in e-commerce, impacting investors, the stock market, and the future of online retail giants.
UK Fortifies Financial Safety Net: Bank Deposit Protection Set to Rise to £120,000
A major boost to UK financial security is coming, with bank deposit protection set to rise significantly, enhancing confidence for savers and businesses.
A System on the Brink: How a UK Benefits Fiasco Reveals a Crisis in Public Finance and a Tipping Point for Fintech
An HMRC error reveals deep flaws in public finance. This is a wake-up call for a fintech-driven overhaul of government systems.
The Canary in the Coal Mine? Why MicroStrategy’s Plunge is a Bigger Signal Than Bitcoin’s Stumble
Bitcoin’s price dip was a stumble, but MicroStrategy’s sharper fall signals a critical shift in investor sentiment toward leveraged crypto strategies.
Beyond the Balance Sheet: Why Foodbank Queues Are a Critical Indicator for the Modern Economy
Foodbank demand is a critical economic indicator. This analysis explores the link between food insecurity, the economy, and the role of fintech and investing.
The New Corporate Raiders: How Organized Crime is Infiltrating the Supply Chain and What It Means for the Global Economy
Organized crime is now buying haulage firms to steal goods, a trend with huge implications for the economy, finance, and investing. Learn how it works.
The New Energy Silk Road: How US LNG is Fueling Ukraine’s Future and Reshaping Global Finance
A new energy corridor from the US to Ukraine via Greece is reshaping European geopolitics, finance, and investment opportunities in the global economy.
The £1 Breakfast: A Surprising Masterclass in Social Impact Investing and Economic Resilience
A nursery’s £1 breakfast club for parents offers a powerful lesson in social impact investing, economic resilience, and the true meaning of ROI.
Climate Clash at COP30: How Geopolitical Tensions Could Reshape Global Finance
Geopolitical tensions at the UN COP30 climate summit, with accusations against Saudi Arabia, could reshape global finance, investing, and the economy.
Inside the Central Banker’s Playbook: Olaf Sleijpen on Inflation, the Digital Euro, and the Future of Finance
An inside look at ECB policymaker Olaf Sleijpen’s views on inflation, banking stability, and the revolutionary potential of the digital euro.
Hedge Fund vs. Property Giant: The Lawsuit Exposing a “Textbook” Market Failure in the UK
Activist investor Elliott Management is backing a £100m lawsuit against UK property giant Rightmove, alleging a textbook case of market failure.
The Great British Savings Reset: A Blueprint for National Financial Resilience
A pivotal moment is here for the UK to overhaul its savings culture, moving from complex, inflation-eroded cash savings to a dynamic investment-led future.