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Digital finance expert Xavier Lavayssière - The role of AI in payments and financial markets.

AI: Banking’s New Superpower

The AI-powered future of banking is already here in areas like fraud detection, risk assessment, and customer service, says digital finance expert Xavier Lavayssière. Read on to learn more.
7 min read
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How investing can support your retirement goals

If you haven’t started setting aside money for retirement, you’re not alone. Here, get a solid understanding of the different investment options so you can set yourself up for your golden years.
11 min read
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Your guide to passive income

What is passive income, and how can it help you maximize your money over the long term? We explore this and more here.
11 min read
Yellow Volkswagen California van on the desert.

Trip cancellation insurance—why you might need it

Trip cancellation insurance—the ‘just-in-case’ coverage for extra financial protection
6 min read
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How to save on international money transfers

Discover the best ways to transfer money abroad in foreign currencies — without any hidden fees.
6 min read
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SEPA transfers made easy–everything you need to know

You’ve heard of SEPA payments, but what does it stand for, and how does it actually work? We unpack all you need to know about SEPA transfers here.
8 min read
10 types of cryptocurrency.

10 popular types of cryptocurrency and how they work

There are thousands of cryptocurrencies—but they’re not all the same. We reveal the 10 most popular types of cryptocurrency.
6 min read
illustration of cryptocurrency.

What is cryptocurrency? A guide for beginners

Cryptocurrency is a digital type of currency that exists only electronically. In this guide, we’ll cover how crypto works and why it may (or may not) revolutionize finance as we know it.
8 min read
Crypto wallet.

What is a crypto wallet?

A crypto wallet is a secure, digital wallet for your cryptocurrency. Learn how to choose and set up your first crypto wallet with this beginner’s guide.
10 min read
illustration showing a icon in the middle of the image representing a cryptocurrency and surrounded by concentric circles with different small squares along the image.

What is crypto mining?

Crypto mining for beginners. Learn the pros and cons of crypto mining and see how you can get started.
8 min read
 What is crypto staking and how does it work?

What is crypto staking and how does it work?

Ever wondered what “proof of stake” means? Find out here—and learn how you can get involved, too.
6 min read