Once a signifier of luxury or novelty, custom products and services are now within reach of the everyday consumer, thanks to the rise of artificial intelligence, algorithm-led platforms, and the COVID-era digitisation boom. Today, everyone wants to be the main character of their brand experience.

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.

In the face of economic crises, climate anxieties, and global wars, people are seeking solace through connection. They want to be sure someone will hold their hand in the face of hardship. As a result, they have higher expectations of care and understanding from interactions with brands, social systems, and p...

Digital challenger app Nine25 has positioned itself in the evolving digital banking landscape to address young Australians’ financial challenges. Through gamification, the company aims to make micro-investing more accessible and engaging for the next generation’s financial independence.

US fintech company Circle and Filipino crypto platform Coins.ph are teaming up to promote the use of USDC for remittances. As Web3 plays a greater role in financial inclusion, companies are prioritising financial literacy and anti-scam measures to help customers make sound financial decisions.

Australia-based Douugh is a new micro-investing app with an “Autopilot” feature that makes money growth management a breeze. Through education, strategic advice, and an app that’s easy to use, Douugh is supporting Australian consumers' dreams of financial freedom and money autonomy.

With the cost of living crisis taking a huge toll on personal finances, Aussies are increasingly looking for ways to gain more financial control. While the world of cryptocurrency can seem like a bewildering minefield, Binance is on a mission to make it safe, inexpensive, and accessible for all.