Money makes the world go round. But how money changes hands is quickly adapting to new technologies. For years, cash payments were the norm, with credit cards slowly taking over as the payment norm in the most recent few decades. Now, there is a whole new wave of payment options that may sound futuristic, but…
Some people will do anything to save money: water down soap, cut hundreds of coupons, or even go dumpster diving for free food. But saving extra cash doesn’t have to be so difficult and time-consuming. There are many things you can do today to help save some extra cash, and with that extra savings you…
The fintech revolution takes no prisoners. New technologies are revolutionizing the way finance is conducted, creating more efficient and cheaper financial services across the board. This hasn’t been more true than in the banking industry, where a new type of banking is opening the doors to data collection, and in turn, better products and services…
With the year 2020 approaching, it’s easy to look back and see how far the world has come. Massive changes in the fields of technology, science, and finance, among others, have made the planet look like a much different place than it did just 20-years ago. As more resources and energy are poured into advancing…
For centuries, gender equality has been a struggle for women. While women have progressively obtained more rights in society, there are still major differences between the sexes in many social spheres. One of these places where the gender gap still exists is in finance. Lacking in financial literacy, women make less decisions around money and…
What happens when one of the most popular companies in the world begins to hemorrhage money? Uber, a growing technology giant, has seen itself rise from a small startup into an industry giant worth billions of dollars. Yet, this growth hasn’t helped Uber turn a profit. In fact, Uber recently reported terrible financial losses, leading…
Today, travel is easier than ever. Faster modes of transportation and cheaper lodging prices have made the world more conducive for tourists, causing more global tourism than ever before. Yet, tourists rarely if ever think about their own impact on the places they visit and the local residents who are effected by their presence. While…
The business model was perfect. Rent out workspaces to startups and small businesses in some of the most desirable locations around the world. Give them free perks like coffee and beer, build a social atmosphere, and provide customers with them with state-of-the-art workspaces. It seemed like WeWork was on top of the world. Until it…
As a European tourism giant heads for the exits, many are left wondering if the tourism industry in the region is all but finished. The bankruptcy of Thomas Cook should serve as a warning sign of how failing to innovate in a changing industry can quickly lead to the downfall of even the most well-known…
Investing is a scary proposition, especially at a young age. While the allure of investing brings with it financial returns and early retirement, it can also mean financial loss and confusion. At the same time, investing your money means holding off on spending it today on something that could bring immediate happiness. But, if you…