Running up a bill on mum's credit card has become an increasingly common occurrence, thanks to Britons doing more online shopping than any other nation, and parents not protecting their passwords well enough. Can the Osper Prepaid Debit Card introduce young people to money management?

In Turkey, popular bank Garanti is causing a stir with its revolutionary banking-on-the-go app iGaranti. As more services go mobile, the future of seamless, social money management seems likely to come in the form of smartphone integration and a consumer driven-approach.

In a financially-tense climate, teenagers are proving more resilient and determined than ever. Youth consultant Ruby Pseudo offers a rare glimpse into the underworld of youth financing, from retail workers to lawbreakers.

Digitisation has exposed kids to far more purchase opportunities and products, so teaching them the value of money is increasingly important. Online family wallet Virtual Piggy places responsibility in kids' hands, while parents maintain control.