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Aug 2023
9m 17s

Neo & Challenger Banks: Understanding th...

Skip Montreux, Dez Morgan & Samantha Vega | Business English Instructors
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In today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape, traditional banking institutions are no longer the sole players. Enter Neobanks and Challenger Banks, two terms that have been making waves in the fintech industry. But what exactly are they, and how do they differ from each other? In this episode of Down to Business English, Skip Montreux and Dez Morgan disc ... Show More
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