New scrutiny from Ascendant Financial casts doubt on the long-term efficiency of infinite banking, highlighting its slower growth and opportunity costs compared to traditional assets. A new analysis from Ascendant Financial is adding fresh scrutiny to infinite banking, the strategy…
Claude positions itself as a practical assistant for managing household finances, offering structured budgeting advice and scenario simulations without automated account connections or legal advice, highlighting its role as a disciplined planning aid in personal finance. Claude is being positioned…
BBVA Mexico is removing screenshot functionality within its mobile app during transfers to bolster privacy for sensitive financial data, amid ongoing user interface criticisms and a broader push for increased security in digital banking. BBVA Mexico is preparing to remove…
Police in Bengaluru have detained a couple accused of running a deposit-linked packaging job racket in Devanahalli, following complaints from around 15 victims losing lakhs of rupees. The scheme promised profits through upfront deposits and home-based work, but police suspect…
SBI plans aggressive expansion in credit card market to overtake HDFC Bank, which currently dominates India’s card spend with nearly 30% share, as industry competition intensifies. State Bank of India wants its credit card arm to overtake HDFC Bank and…
Mumbai Police’s quick intervention on a WhatsApp impersonation scam prevented a private company’s loss of nearly ₹2 crore, highlighting rising cyber fraud threats involving AI cloning and urgent messaging tactics. Mumbai Police said their cyber helpline helped stop a WhatsApp…
As property values increase, homeowners are increasingly turning to home equity loans and HELOCs to fund moves and renovations, but must carefully consider the risks and timing involved in leveraging their property assets. Home equity has become one of the…
Taking out a joint personal loan can expand borrowing options for shared expenses but also synchronise the financial fate of both borrowers, posing potential risks and benefits. Taking out a personal loan with another person can widen borrowing options when…
Members of IQ credit union are urged to stay vigilant as scammers escalate impersonation techniques, involving fake government calls and urgent money transfer demands, amid rising fraud losses reported by the FTC. Credit union members are being warned about a…
The World Gold Council has outlined a comprehensive roadmap, ‘Swarnim Udaan 2047,’ aiming to elevate India’s gold sector beyond its traditional role, turning it into a driver of industrial growth, exports, and financial inclusion as the country nears its centenary…
