What do Carrott, Acorns, SocietyOne and Ripple all have in common? They’re not just random words thrown together—they’re services changing the way we spend, save and grow our money. But what exactly are they? How do they work, and are there any risks in using them?
To find out, we spoke with two of our experts about this new wave of finance disruptors. They tell us what it could mean for you—and the finance industry more generally—plus what you should know before diving in.
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This podcast was published on 11 April 2018. The information was current as at that date and may now have changed.
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