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Income tax cuts, RBI’s repo rate reduction and more: Here’s how April will impact your wallets

With a host of financial changes set to take effect in April here's a quick guide to the developments that are bound to affect...

EPFO auto settlement limit to be increased to Rs 5 lakh: Check key details before advance withdrawal

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is expected to increase the auto-settlement of advance claims (ASAC) limit by fivefold, from Rs 1 lakh to...

Nestle, Hindustan Unilever shares decline up to 2% after BofA downgrades FMCG stocks

Nestle India and Hindustan Unilever shares fell after BofA downgraded the stocks to 'underperform' from 'neutral' and 'neutral' from 'buy' The shares of FMCG majors Nestle and...

Fintech Talent in Danger: Are Companies Fighting a Losing Battle?

In 2025, fintech isn’t just competing for market share—it’s fighting fiercely for talent. Across the globe, the race to attract and retain skilled professionals...

Will India’s Fintech Dream Last Another Decade, or Crash Under Its Own Ambition?

As we hit the midway mark of this decade, India's fintech sector isn't just booming—it's exploding. With a record-breaking investment of over $10 billion...

Is India’s Fintech Boom Stuck on Payments, or Can Lending, Insurance, and Wealth Tech Truly Break Through?

India’s fintech narrative has long been dominated by payments. After all, with UPI transactions crossing a staggering ₹170 trillion in 2024 alone, it’s easy...

Is Fintech Regulation Killing Innovation—or Saving the Industry from Itself?

In 2025, fintech isn't just transforming how we handle money—it's reshaping entire economies, disrupting established financial institutions, and challenging regulators worldwide. As digital currencies,...

Is Bengaluru’s Fintech Ecosystem Really the Next Silicon Valley, or Just Another Startup Mirage?

Bengaluru, the buzzing heart of India’s tech industry, has quickly become one of the world’s most talked-about fintech hubs. Home to major players like...

Is Mobile-First Finance Really Changing India, or Is It Just Big Tech’s Latest Trend?

In India, mobile phones have become more than just communication tools—they’re transforming the financial landscape in ways never imagined. The mobile-first revolution is sweeping...

Is Fintech Investment Overhyped? Unveiling Global Funding Trends Amid Investor Skepticism

When you scan the headlines in 2025, fintech is painted as the golden ticket to the future. But beneath the glittering surface of record-breaking...

Is Fintech Truly Driving India’s GDP Growth, or Are We Chasing Illusions?

In the dynamic landscape of India's economy, fintech has emerged as a major disruptor. As the country strides toward digital transformation, the fintech sector’s...

Are Bengaluru’s Fintech Unicorns Too Good to be True? Inside the Startup City Frenzy

Bengaluru, long hailed as the Silicon Valley of India, is now the beating heart of a fintech revolution. With a vibrant ecosystem that has...

Digital India: Are Government Initiatives Really Fuelling Fintech Growth or Just a Mirage?

India’s digital transformation narrative is nothing short of revolutionary. Government initiatives such as Aadhaar, UPI, and India Stack have been lauded as the cornerstones...

Are Traditional Banks Losing the Cross-Border Race? Unmasking Fintech’s Real-Time Payment Revolution

In today’s hyper-connected economy, the evolution of cross-border payments isn’t just a trend—it’s a paradigm shift. Real-time payment systems, international remittance innovations, and the...

Overrated or Unstoppable? Revealing Bengaluru’s Secret to Fintech Dominance

Bengaluru, often hailed as the Silicon Valley of India, has evolved into a dynamic hub for global fintech innovation. With its robust infrastructure, exceptional...

Don’t Be Fooled: Why India’s Fintech Explosion Needs a Closer Look

India’s fintech industry has emerged as a global powerhouse, transforming the financial landscape with innovation and a focus on inclusion. Rapid digitisation, backed by...

From Disruption to Dominance: Is Fintech Really Reshaping Global Finance?

The financial world is undergoing a seismic shift, driven by the rise of fintech (financial technology). With advancements in embedded finance, artificial intelligence (AI),...

The Crucial Role of Marketing: Why It Deserves a Seat at the Table

In my over 16 years of experience in marketing, one recurring challenge has been the gap in understanding between marketing professionals and the boardroom....

Maximising Business Efficiency: Evaluating Working Capital Management

In today's fast-paced business environment, a consistent cash flow is the cornerstone of organisational vitality. Working capital management acts as the lubricant that ensures...

Enhancing in-app payment processing this Ramadan

In today’s digital age, Ramadan is a time when app browsing and mobile shopping spike among communities across the region. In 2023, for instance,...

The Case for Investing in a Bitcoin ETF and Why It’s Time to Get Off Zero

Today, my father asked his broker to allocate some of my parents’ funds into the BlackRock iShares Bitcoin ETF. No surprise here, the gentleman advised against...

Where have all the UK tech ‘unicorns’ gone?

Last year only six UK companies became a unicorn, the title handed out to private start-up firms that are valued at more than a...

The rise of consumer crypto

Since its inception with the launch of Bitcoin in 2008, blockchain technology has gone through numerous cycles of public attention. Over time, growing interest...

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