
What Is Fintech? 9 Essential Facts for 2026
June 2, 2026
An explainer on fintech: what the term covers in 2026, from banking apps and payments to lending algorithms and crypto, and why it amounts to an industrial shift.

June 2, 2026
An explainer on fintech: what the term covers in 2026, from banking apps and payments to lending algorithms and crypto, and why it amounts to an industrial shift.

May 23, 2026
An explainer on digital payments: the infrastructure behind every tap, transfer and subscription, and why it is the largest segment of fintech.

April 16, 2025
Introduction: The Trade War Escalation The global financial landscape shifted dramatically on April 2, 2025. President Trump announced sweeping tariffs, imposing a 145% levy on most Chinese imports. China swiftly retaliated with 125% duties on American products. This triggered immediate and dramatic market reactions. The S&P 500 dropped over 10% in just two days, while