Are FinTechs or Tech Giants the Real Threat to Banking?
Incumbent banking faces disruption from two sides Recovering from the financial crisis of 2008 has been no easy task for banking and investment firms. At the same time as rebuilding trust with estranged consumers, traditional banks have been bombarded with relentless disruption. Since global FinTech investment rocketed in 2014, established financial companies have had to navigate …
Two Sides Bitcoin: Find Out Detailed Information About Bitcoin!
The boss of the biggest bank in the US, JP Morgan’s Jamie Dimon has more reasons than most to speak out against Bitcoin. At a recent conference in New York, he stated that any employee found trading in the online currency would be instantly fired. He also said that the only market for Bitcoin was for …
Fighting World Hunger Blockchain: Detailed Information [year]
Benevolent uses of secure technology with real human impact. Lately, some blockchain related technologies haven’t always had the best press with global governments are still seemingly unwilling to accept digital currencies, and China (once a booming hub for Bitcoin in particular) has outlawed cryptocurrency exchanges. The main reasons for this appear to be sometimes associations …
At A Glance – Virtual Reality Vcommerc
Enhancing online commerce with virtual reality Ever since the early days of the internet, companies have been trying to get consumers to part with their money online. Ecommerce, online banking, data streaming and internet based customer support are now so commonplace that it is difficult to imagine life without them. This digital world is a ubiquitous and …
Taking On Tesla – What You Need To Know Right Now
The incumbent auto manufacturers entering Tesla’s space might be bad news for them but good for the EV sector. When you think of electric vehicles (EVs), you probably think of Tesla. As the first significant player in the EV market, Tesla turned electric vehicles into desirable status symbols, thereby building the foundations for its success. …
The Bitcoin Boom – Everything You Need To Know
Surging cryptocurrencies Bitcoin technology has been waiting patiently in the wings for a long time. However, after years of speculation and hype, it looks as if the digital currency’s moment has finally arrived. This May, the value of bitcoin went up by a whopping 65 percent. In fact, last week, it was revealed that one …
The Circular Economy – Keeping Capital In The Loop
A significant shift away from finite resources The circular economy is a different way of thinking about business. Unlike the traditional linear economy – where things are made, used, and thrown away – the circular economy signifies a shift away from the consumption of finite resources. With the world’s population predicted to reach 8.5bn by 2030, …
Is Training The Most Useful Application of Virtual Reality?
VR was built for gamers, but the best uses are outside of entertainment Virtual Reality is a powerful communication tool. In business-to-business (B2B) negotiations, data visualization via VR could transform how companies interact. As well as B2B, Virtual Reality has a place in business-to-consumer (B2C) relationships. By now, you might have come across the term commerce. …
Cashless: A Valuable Global Trend?
Converting to cashless At one time, having a few coins in your pocket was the norm. Today, it is not so common. The prominence of card, online, and mobile-based payments has led many people to stop carrying cash at all – and businesses are taking note. But what does a cashless socio-economy look like, and what are …
10 Companies Spearheading Innovative Sustainability Initiatives
Sustainability as an opportunity Patagonia’s efforts to reduce resource consumption have been well documented, from cofounding the Sustainable Apparel Coalition to the seemingly counterintuitive ‘don’t buy this jacket’ marketing campaign. The company has invested heavily in protecting the planet and is viewed as an example of sustainable success. Of course, there’s more to it than …
