Smart Money, Healthy Life: How are Asian startups addressing the intersection of personal finance and well-being?
In recent years, the intersection of personal finance and well-being has become a focal point for many Asian startups. These innovative companies are leveraging technology to provide solutions that help individuals manage their finances and enhance their overall well-being. Personalised Financial Management Startups like CashRich in India are revolutionising personal
Personalised Investing with Robo-Advisors
The financial industry is undergoing a revolution, one driven by technology and data analytics. Robo-advisors have emerged as one of the most disruptive innovations, changing how investors approach portfolio management. These AI-driven platforms are designed to provide automated financial advice and management based on algorithms, offering low-cost and efficient alternatives
Changing Demographics Revolutionising Finance Sector
Imagine being in your 70s or 80s and unable to find a suitable bank tailored to your specific needs, with specialised services such as healthcare services, retirement plans, etc. Wouldn’t that make you feel grumpy? This is the situation Japan is facing right now. With elderly customers representing a rapidly
PM Modi’s Bold Steps to Strengthen ASEAN-India Bonds
At the 21st ASEAN summit in Laos, PM Narendra Modi unveiled a 10-point blueprint to strengthen ties with ASEAN nations, which includes people-centric initiatives such as the Youth Summit and Start-up Festival. The plan further proposes the terms to increase the number of scholarships at Nalanda University and invites the
To Infinity and Beyond : The Corporate Takeover of the Final Frontier
“Sare Jahan Se Accha Hindustan Humara” are not just the lyrics of a famous patriotic song, but also the same words uttered by Rakesh Sharma, the first Indian in space. Despite that, we have made significant progress since those days. In July 2021, a rocket tore through the clouds into
Automating Processes Virtually
The world is ready to embrace Industry 5.0, and it’s high time to eliminate manual processes, at least for repetitive tasks. India’s tech giant, Infosys, faced a difficult challenge in 2017. Hundreds of the company’s manual processes kept piling up across various departments, causing inefficiency, delays, and inconsistencies in service
Blockchain Technology: A Boon for Security Worldwide?
It was 2018, and a big pharmaceutical company had just called back millions of heart medication tablets because they were contaminated with a carcinogenic substance. This news sent a shockwave across the world and questioned the integrity of the supply chain in the pharma industry. Despite many safeguards, the complexity
Unmasking the Nation’s Pollution Reality
Amid India’s vibrant economic growth and infrastructural development lies a grim reality that is often overlooked. India, a nation known for its rich cultural heritage and rapid economic growth, now holds the dubious distinction of being the world’s leading plastic polluter. This alarming status is not just a statistic; it
20 September 1904: The Wright Brothers’ Game-Changing Flight
On September 20, 1904, the Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur, achieved a monumental milestone in aviation history. On this day, Wilbur Wright successfully piloted the Flyer II aircraft in a complete circle, marking the first time an aeroplane had ever achieved such a feat. This historic flight took place at
Beam Mobility — Setting New Benchmark For The Future of E-mobility
Founded: 2018 Funding Raised: $135M Key Investors: Affirma Capital, Sequoia Capital India, Hana Ventures, ICT Capital Let’s admit it—before it’s too late—climate change is not a distant concern. It’s much more than just melting glaciers; it’s a shift in weather patterns and rising temperatures affecting every corner of the globe.
