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What is e-RUPI?

India’s UPI system has pushed digital payments in a big way and we keep hearing every month about record transactions – both in value and volume terms – on this medium. But that system of payments req

Decoded: What is F&O and how is it different from equity trading?

Futures and Options are derivative contracts which allow a market participant to purchase and sell a stock or index at a specific price and on a future date. Let us find out more about them

Decoded: What are upper and lower circuits in stock markets?

What are upper and lower circuits? What happens if these circuits are hit? For how long is the trading halted? Why do we have these circuits anyway? Here is an explainer for you

What are pros and cons of investing in equity-linked savings schemes?

Of all types of investments deductible under Section 80C, ELSS tends to be one of the most popular and efficient tax-saving instruments. Here is all that you need to know about ELSS funds

What is digital gold and what are pros and cons of investing in it?

Can you buy gold for one rupee? At least not at your conventional jewellery store. But you can buy digital gold online for as little as one rupee. But what exactly is digital gold? Here’s an explainer

What is blockchain technology and how is India planning to use it?

The Indian govt may not be warm private cryptocurrencies, but various states are already using the blockchain technology, which is also the base for cryptos, in many ways. But what is blockchain?

Understanding augmented reality, virtual reality and mixed reality

Today, wearable headsets are blurring the lines between physical and virtual worlds. This is enabled by augmented reality, virtual reality and mixed reality. How do they differ from one another?

What is ethical hacking and how is it different from hacking as we know it?

Ethical hackers abound in real life and in fiction. But, what exactly is ethical hacking? How is it different from the other hacking we are hear about generally? Let's delve deeper into the subject

What are BPLR and MCLR, and how do they impact home loans?

If you are planning to take a home loan from a bank anytime soon, BPLR and MCLR are some of the terms you would come across. What are these and how do they impact home loan rates? Let’s take a look

What is arbitrage, and what are its limitations?

The opportunities for arbitrage lie in price deviations among asset classes. But how does arbitrage work? And what are the limitations? Let’s look at the meaning, trading style, and limitations in arb

What is dark web and is it really a bad place to be in?

There is a whole lot more to the web not accessible to everyone. People call it the dark web. Curious to know what the dark web is, who uses it, and why it is a maligned space? Let’s take a look

What are bull and bear markets, and what is their significance?

The terms ‘bull market’ and ‘bear market’ are often used to define the mood of equity markets. But how are the two stock market terms defined, and what is their significance? Here’s an explainer

What is Internet of Things (IoT) and how does it work?

The connected ecosystem is propelled by what is called the ‘Internet of Things’, commonly called IoT. But what is the Internet of Things and how does it work? Let’s find the answers

What are the various types of start-up investors?

You hear about various kinds of fundraising – angel investments, series A, B, C, and more. And then there also are incubators, accelerators, PE-VC investors, etc. How do these differ from one another?

What are in-app purchases? Are free apps really free

Often, we see an app listed as free on App Store or Google Play has something called in-app purchases. What are these in-app purchases? Are they essential or incremental to UI? Here’s an explainer

Economic Recovery: What does K, V, U, L, W economic recovery really mean?

You may have heard that India’s recovery after the coronavirus pandemic is likely to be a K-shaped one instead of a V. Let’s understood how these shapes of recovery are different from one another

What is open-source software and how did the idea originate? - Explainer

What is open-source software? How did the idea originate? And how is open source driving modern-day inventions? We answer all these questions in this explainer

What is Metaverse – Facebook’s big bet, and next big thing after internet?

Metaverse is a now buzzword in the tech world industry. The world’s biggest social media company, Facebook, has also jumped into this space, proclaiming it to be the next big thing after the internet

'Buy now, pay later’ schemes better than credit cards?

'Buy Now, Pay Later' is now regarded as an alternative to credit cards. But what is this scheme all about? How does it work? And is it better than credit cards? Let's find out in this explainer

What are ULIPs? How do they work? Are they good for long-term investment?

You may have heard mixed reviews about Unit-Linked Insurance Plans (ULIPs). But do you know what are ULIPs and how do they work? Are they a good invest instrument for the long term? Let’s understand