Month: October 2022

Sold to gangs, forced to run online scams: inside Cambodia’s cybercrime crisis

hen the advert popped up on Ly Thi Lan’s* Facebook feed, it seemed like the perfect opportunity. An employer in Cambodia was looking for new […]

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They Inherited Bad Money Habits From Their Parents. Here’s How They Broke Them

“You’re going to destroy your financial future.” That’s what Bethany McCamish’s parents told her after she got her first credit card at the age of […]

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I paid off nearly $80,000 worth of student loans within 8 years of graduation — here’s how I did it

It’s a moment many student loan borrowers look forward to, and after nearly eight years, it’s my turn: As of Oct. 3, I’ve finally paid […]

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This Fintech Founder Shares Why Economic Downturns are Positive Environments for Startups, and What 2023 Will Hold for the Industry

Martin Hegelund discusses entrepreneurship, economic downturns, and more Times are tough, and companies are bleeding. Not only is funding far less than last year, but […]

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1 Green Flag and 1 Red Flag for Snap

The company has had a terrible year on the stock market. Are shares of Snapchat parent company Snap ( SNAP 1.34%) cheap? On the one […]

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How an Hour Every Few Years Can Save You Thousands

Being too hands-off can be costly. Everyone’s risk tolerance is different, but traditional investing wisdom tells us that the younger someone is, the more risk […]

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The state of grocery retail around the world

Changes to the global grocery retail market are happening fast. Trends that emerged during the pandemic are persisting, reshaping the industry. Consider this: in December […]

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Tips to investing in play-to-earn games

Gaming has proven to be a source of income for many. Blockchain games in particular have created an attractive market for investors. In 2020, $80 […]

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5 Tips I Wish I Knew Before Starting My Business

When I started my business six years ago, I didn’t know where to start. Here’s what I learned that can help other aspiring entrepreneurs. Opinions […]

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I’m A Freelancer, & I’m Really Bad At Saving. Here’s How I Manage My Money

Welcome to Taking Stock , a space where we can take a deep breath and try to figure out what the COVID-19 economy really means […]

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