financial technology
Back to the Garden: Why Tech and Finance Must Rediscover Their Purpose
The utopian promise of fintech has faced a “techlash.” This is a call for the finance and tech industries to rediscover their purpose and return to responsible innovation.
The 50% Return No One is Talking About: A Deep Dive into the UK’s Best-Kept Savings Secret
Discover the UK’s Help to Save scheme, a government-backed account offering a 50% bonus on savings for eligible individuals. A financial game-changer.
The £3 Million Glitch: How a Government Algorithm Mistook Family Holidays for Permanent Exits
HMRC’s flawed use of travel data to suspend 23,500 child benefit payments offers a stark lesson on the risks of poorly implemented government technology.
Grounded Flights, Grounded Economy: The Hidden Financial Turbulence of a Government Shutdown
Flight cancellations from a government shutdown are more than a travel hassle; they signal deep economic turbulence, impacting markets, investing, and finance.
The Great Crypto Migration: Why Smart Money Is Moving Billions Off Exchanges
As crypto hacks hit record highs, investors are moving billions from exchanges to secure cold storage wallets, signaling a major shift toward self-custody.
The Mighty Real ROI: How a Disco Anthem Teaches a Masterclass in Financial Technology and Strategic Pivots
Discover the powerful business lessons in innovation, technological disruption, and strategic pivots hidden within the story of Sylvester’s disco classic.
The Great Recalibration: Why the Chief Sustainability Officer Is Pivoting from PR to P&L
The Chief Sustainability Officer role is pivoting from a public-facing, PR-focused position to a strategic, operational, and financially-driven C-suite role.
The Authenticity Premium: Why the Market’s ‘Vibe Shift’ Is Your Next Big Investment Signal
A cultural ‘vibe shift’ towards candour, seen in figures like Martha Stewart, is creating a new ‘authenticity premium’ in finance and investing.
The Honesty Box Economy: An Unlikely Lesson in Trust for Modern Finance and Fintech
In a digital age, the trust-based honesty box is thriving. This post explores its surprising lessons for the modern economy, fintech, and investing.
The Prime Factor of Risk: What a Simple Numbers Puzzle Reveals About the Stock Market
A simple numbers puzzle from the FT reveals a profound lesson about hidden risks in finance, investing, and the stock market. Are you prepared for your “29”?
Beyond the Headlines: What a £250 Local Energy Grant Reveals About the UK Economy and Investment Strategy
A local £250 energy grant reveals deep insights into the UK economy, consumer health, and future opportunities for fintech, banking, and ESG investing.
The Retail Rumble: Is Shein’s Digital Dominance a Death Knell for Primark’s High Street Reign?
With Primark’s same-store sales declining, the retail giant faces an unprecedented threat from digital-native competitor Shein. Who will win the battle?