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Darren Winfield

Darren Winfield Insight Consultant at Defaqto Ltd

Platforms and SIPPs - cash are they not interested!

On the 12th December 2023 the FCA have written to adviser platforms and SIPP operators to ask why the interest rates on cash balances are so low in comparison to the Bank of England base rate (currently 5.25%). The Dear CEO letter points to consumer duty and the cross-cutting rules that expect acting in good faith, are not being adhered to and that...

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Dennis Buckly

Dennis Buckly Fintech Writer/Analyst at House of Ventures

Mint Shuts Down – Here Are 6 Personal Finance Apps You Need to Try

As the financial world grapples with the announcement of Mint, one of the earliest and most beloved budgeting apps, shutting down, loyal users are left in search of alternatives to continue their personal finance management journey. Mint, introduced in 2007, revolutionized the way individuals created budgets, tracked income and spending, and buil

Tim Hong

Tim Hong Chief Product Officer at MoneyLion

What the End of Student Loan Forbearance Means for Consumer Debt in 2023 and Beyond

The three-plus year forbearance period on federal student loan payments brought on by the CARES Act ― passed by Congress in March 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic ― has come to an end on October 1st. In addition to suspending payments on all federal student loans, the CARES Act also dropped interest rates to zero during the freeze and sus...

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Naina Rajgopalan

Naina Rajgopalan Content Head at Freo

Exploring the Various Types of Recurring Deposits

Recurring deposits, often abbreviated as RDs, have long been a preferred choice among individuals seeking a secure and systematic way to save and grow their money. These savings instruments offer a disciplined approach to financial planning and can help you achieve your short and long-term goals. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the...

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Akshaya Chandra

Akshaya Chandra Head of Innovation, Growth & Transformation at Tata Consultancy Services

Will AI be the inflection point for innovation in Insurance

Here is an anecdote, most parents would relate to: A colleague of mine said her 3-year old is quite easy to manage, as the boy can spend hours talking to Alexa, while mom finishes her chores or works from home. My colleague also noticed that the little one has developed a close bond with Alexa because, overtime, Alexa’s responses to the boy got be...

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Top 10 Secure Cryptocurrency Wallets in 2023

‍As the world of cryptocurrencies continues to grow and evolve, the need for secure and reliable cryptocurrency wallets has never been greater. The importance of a well-protected crypto wallet cannot be understated, as it is the key to ensuring the safety of your digital assets. In this article, we will explore the top 10 secure cryptocurrency w

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Enhancing User Protection: The Importance of Secure Wallet Integration in Crypto Payment Gateways

With the increasing popularity of digital currencies, security has become a primary concern for users who want to keep their crypto safe. Wallet integration plays a critical role in ensuring that transactions are secure and protected. In light of recent events, such as the Atomic Wallet data breach, this article aims to discuss the importance of ...

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Sergei Romanov

Sergei Romanov CPO at Profee.com

Fintech and Digital Nomadism: Match Made in Heaven

Those working in fintech, especially in product development, such as myself at Profee, know very well that we always need to be on the lookout for new user segments. Lately, the fintech industry has been exploring such a segment: digital nomads. Let’s have a look into how these people operate and what fintechs can do for them. Who are Digital Nom...

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Tomas Campos

Tomas Campos CEO at Spinwheel Solutions Inc

2023: What Needs to Happen When it Comes to Student Debt

A turning point is dependent on more than the Biden relief package. One of the hottest topics when it comes to personal finance right now is the prospect of student loan forgiveness. The Biden plan that has been put forward would erase as much as $20,000 in federal loans for certain borrowers making less than $125,000 per year or $250,000 for spou...

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Sean Gilbert

Sean Gilbert Chartered Financial Planner at Select Wealth Managers

Investing: Active or Passive?

The merits of active and passive investment have been debated for years, an average of 35 per cent of active equity funds outperformed their passive peer in the 12 months to June this year, according to Morningstar’s Active/Passive Barometer, which tracks the performance of 30,000 Europe-domiciled funds running €7tn (£6tn) in assets. Active and Pas...

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