Diverse representation is an expectation, but as individuals no longer allow themselves to be defined in singular terms, there's mounting pressure on brands to understand and sensitively reflect how the intersections between race, gender, class, and ability impact people's everyday lives.

The financial inequalities faced by women in America aren’t limited to a pay gap. Traditional gender expectations and a lack of tailored services mean that they’re also less prepared for retirement than men. So, how can women be encouraged to build a nest egg as they move through life?

The bitcoin boom of 2017 brought cryptocurrencies into the mainstream – but they offer more than just a quick buck for tech-savvy investors. From sex workers to vegans to LGBTQ individuals, the underpinning tech is helping marginalised groups break free from traditional financial authorities.

A survey of Patreon users has found that the appeal of crypto payments through the platform is low due to concerns around sustainability and inaccessibility. While there may be lots of enthusiasm around NFTs and DAOs, these findings hint at how mainstream acceptance of Web3 tech is some way off.

Hoping to move the dial beyond investing being a boys' club, personal finance influencer Tori Dunlap has launched a finance education app for women. Skewed towards entry-level investors, Dunlap is democratizing the industry, making it more accessible and less scary for women to get into finance.