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The development of fintech businesses and how it has altered current practices

Financial technology, or fintech, is the application of technology to enhance and automate financial services. Fintech businesses are upending the conventional financial sector by offering fresh and cutting-edge methods of obtaining financial services. The following are some ways that fintech companies are altering how we now do business:

1. Banking: Fintech firms have made it feasible to quickly open a bank account online. Digital wallets have also been launched, enabling users to store and transfer funds without the requirement for a conventional bank account.

2. Payments: Fintech businesses are transforming how we send and receive money. Peer-to-peer payments, digital currencies, and mobile payments are just a few instances of how Fintech firms are revolutionizing how we pay for products and services.

3. Investments: Thanks to fintech firms, the typical person can now invest more easily. Anyone can invest their money in a diverse portfolio with the aid of robo-advisors without the need for a financial advisor.

4. Loans: Fintech firms have made it simpler for customers to apply for loans. Platforms for peer-to-peer lending let users borrow money from other users instead of from traditional financial institutions.

5. Insurance: By providing individualized insurance solutions that are suited to specific needs, fintech startups are upending the insurance sector.

Overall, fintech businesses are revolutionizing the way we conduct business by offering quicker, more practical, and more individualized financial services. In the years to come, it's possible that the financial industry will undergo even more changes as these businesses expand and develop.

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GretchenStephens • Edited

Hey there, I'm new to this forum, but I totally agree with you on how fintech businesses have changed the game. It's crazy to think that we can now open a bank account online and use digital wallets without having to go to a physical bank. Btw, the fact that robo-advisors are available for investing is pretty cool too. I've even heard of some fintech platforms that let you borrow money from other users instead of from traditional financial institutions. The one thing I'd add to your article is the importance of getting proper business ria valuations. I think every business should be evaluated properly. It's the only way to make the right decisions. What do you think about it, guys?