Cryptocurrency’s Lost Promise: Can It Still Deliver on Financial Inclusion?
Remember when cryptocurrency was all the rage and seemed like it could be the key to a more inclusive financial world? Well, in the pre-FTX era, I was knee-deep in researching and reporting on the captivating world of blockchain technology. I was intrigued by its potential to bring financial prosperity to all, especially those left…
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On Thursdays, I share news stories and trending pieces I’m keeping tabs on. Consider it your shortcut to shifting through the noise in the fintech news world. #1 Rising Debt, Falling Deposits, and Debbie Debt is rising in the United States, hitting record-breaking levels. Americans’ credit card debt has surged to a staggering $1 trillion…
Read MoreEqual Pay Advocates And Fintech’s Role
Ahead of Equal Pay Day in March this year, the reintroduction of the Paycheck Fairness Act once again brought the issue of gender pay inequality to the forefront. This legislation aims to close the remaining loopholes in the Equal Pay Act, a measure that has passed the House four times over the past 25 years…
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#1 Nasdaq Gets SEC Approval For First Exchange AI-Driven Order Type Nasdaq has just received the green light from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to launch an innovation in the world of stock trading: an AI-powered order type known as the Dynamic Midpoint Extended Life Order (M-ELO). This development provides an update on…
Read MoreHow To Bridge The Fintech To Wealth Management Gap
Picture this: Huntington Beach, California, a sunny day, and the buzz of a wealth management conference festival in the air. The scene couldn’t be more picturesque. But amid the vibrant discussions and the lure of fintech innovation, there’s a missing piece: The untapped potential of fintech companies as educators, guiding individuals into financial planning and…
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On Thursdays, I share news stories and trending pieces I’m keeping tabs on. Consider it your shortcut to shifting through the noise in the fintech news world. #1 Brazilian Fintech NuBank To Launch Personal Loans In Mexico Nubank’s subsidiary, Nu México, is expanding its financial services by introducing personal loans. This move directly responds to…
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