Banking and Finance

AI is a field of technology that is never short of innovation. It is not only rapidly developing, but has the unique trait of developing itself. Systems of AI, once built, can continually take in data to further develop its own model. This general premise is best explored in something...

Several decades ago, when I was an executive at a major pharmaceutical company, the CEO asked me to go along with him to one of the company’s manufacturing facilities where he was going to give a speech to the assembled workforce. The speech had been written for him by the...

The Uber Taxi service is now available on two more Greek islands, Rhodes and Corfu. The service has been used since 2021 in Santorini, Mykonos since 2022, Thessaloniki since 2021, and Athens since 2014. Through the Uber app, citizens and tourists now have a reliable transportation choice to popular tourist...

In today's world, where the cost of living is constantly on the rise, earning money has become a crucial aspect of our daily lives. However, only some have the opportunity or capability to earn money through traditional means such as a 9-5 job. But don't worry; there are still plenty...

Finance management requires sound counsel, but many people cannot afford a full-time financial counselor or planner. Moreover, these full-time professionals do not come cheap and can cost quite a significant amount. Realizing the need to provide alternatives to people, Robo-advisors have evolved and become integral to financial management. AI is...

Artificial intelligence is becoming a popular tool for recruitment and hiring. Although there are benefits to AI, companies may encounter potential pitfalls by relying solely on this technology. Luckily, it’s possible to mitigate hiring risk by using AI in conjunction with human connection. With artificial intelligence technologies like OpenAI’s ChatGPT...

As both a news junkie and a marketing professional, I can tell you that, with the exception of moving online, “newspapers” have not changed all that much since the days when streetcorner vendors yelled at passersby to “read all about it.” Today, the obvious dilemma for those who want to...

Wealth generation is not a matter of a stroke of luck. Anyone wanting to amass and preserve wealth uses more than hard work. They are constantly eyeing opportunities where their existing resources can be used, and fresh ideas can be executed. A strategic response to opportunities available is essential for...

A hedge fund is a partnership of private investors managed by professional fund managers who use various strategies to earn high investment returns, including non-traditional assets and leverage. It's a risky investment choice and typically requires an increased minimum investment or net worth, making it popular among wealthy clients.  Understanding...

Real estate investment is considered integral to financial planning. Since time immemorial, real estate property has been at the heart of human civilization. Legal and political enthusiasts would recall how social contract theories were shaped by the need to protect personal properties. Even historically speaking, humankind underwent revolutionary changes because...