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A New Disruptor In the Digital World: Metaverse
January 23, 2022
In simple terms, ‘metaverse’ refers to a virtual world that lies beyond, on top of, or is an extension of the physical world. The idea of a metaverse was coined in 1992 by dystopian sci-fi writer Neal Stephenson. Fast forward two decades later, the world is crazed with the idea, extending implications for cryptocurrencies, NFTs, […]
One of the benefits of cryptocurrency lies in its transparency. Given that most blockchains are entirely open-source software, anyone can view its code -- and inspect the holdings of any wallet address. Since its inception, cryptocurrency has given birth to ‘crypto-millionaires’. Early adopters who held on to Bitcoin have risen to be the wealthiest individuals […]
Fintech of 2050: AI-Powered Finance Assistants
January 9, 2022
The total amount of transactions for personal finance in 2019 was worth upwards of $1trillion. The market’s largest segment is that of robo-advisors, with total assets under management at $980,541m. The idea of implementing AI in finance is not new. Financial institutions have adopted AI technology from years back, from simple chatbots to more complex […]
In a nutshell, cryptocurrencies are digital assets that are assured through cryptography. Ownership records are stored in a blockchain ledger: a computerised database across a network which secures transaction records, verifies the transfer of coins and ensures transparency between market players. Since its inception in 2009, crypto adoption is growing at breakneck speeds. Investors worldwide […]
As companies wind down for the year, settle their books and go off for the holidays, it is time for crypto holders to ask the question: Just how much will my holdings grow? The Santa Claus rally refers to the tendency for prices to increase over the last weeks of the year into the new […]