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…
Centuries ago, paper money did not exist. Instead, other forms of currency such as shells and beads were used to conduct commerce around the world. In the 11th Century, the Song Dynasty were revolutionaries in their use of a paper-based currency, paving the way for its use for centuries to come. Today, the digital age…
Wireless technology has come a long way since the early days of the flip-phone. Today, phones and other wireless devices can do so much more than make phone calls and send text messages; they are entire computers that communicate with one another. With the power of internet connectivity introduced in cell phones in the early…
Everyone wants to be a millionaire. Having such a status means that you have financial security that is reserved for a small percentage of the world. But being a millionaire isn’t just about being wealthy, it’s about securing a financial future that is unshakable no matter what the future holds. Even if you don’t have…
If you live in any major European city, you have probably seen an electric scooter. Maybe you have even used one yourself to get back from work or take a self-guided tour of a foreign city. Scooter-sharing programs are everywhere you turn and have become the go-to mode of transportation for urban areas around the…
Space. The final frontier. The vast unknown in which mankind has always looked at in awe. Humans have longed to understand the intricacies of what is beyond our own world, but up until now, this has been reserved for only a select few. That is all changing with innovators working to build privatized space exploration…
Innovators come in all shapes and sizes. Think about Henry Ford, the Wright brothers, or Nikola Tesla, all visionaries who used their skills to take a risk and create new technologies which we still use today. In order to accelerate the human race, there must be a desire to improve lives. This motivation is what…
The world is full of man-made objects. From home piping to coffee mugs and everything in between, these objects have traditionally been mass produced in factories, using processes that are slow and cumbersome. But 3D printing could change all of that, allowing the everyday consumer to print their home goods, while also allowing industrial giants…
Imagine a world where all of your devices are connected. Your alarm clock alerts your coffee maker to start brewing a fresh cup in the morning. Your printer automatically purchases new ink on your Amazon account when it notices the levels are running low. Your lawnmower alerts you when it is time to undergo maintenance…