In a previous post, I wrote about David Swensen and his model for creating a diversified portfolio. A key point is selecting ETFs that align with the parameters of his model. In this article, I want to quickly explain what an ETF is and why it might be the best option for investors with little …
A few weeks ago, I wrote a post about potential crypto projects that could revolutionize global payments using blockchain technology. One of these projects is Stellar Lumens, a blockchain company founded in 2014 by Jed McCaleb, co-founder of Ripple, and Joyce Kim. Stellar stands out for its focus on global financial inclusion and building an …
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Recently, while watching a YouTube video by Dr. Miklos Lukacs on transhumanism and an intriguing analysis of the potential risks of incorporating technology into the “enhancement” of humans, I found myself reflecting on this topic, which could easily seem like something out of science fiction. Transhumanism is a philosophical and scientific movement that suggests that …
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In this article, I would like to discuss a concept that is revolutionizing the way we interact with our environment and process information: the Internet of Things (IoT). IoT is a network of physical objects equipped with technologies such as sensors, software, and connectivity, allowing them to collect and exchange data over the internet. From …
When I first entered the world of cryptocurrencies in 2018, like most people, I started with Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH). At first, I had a strong aversion to Ripple (XRP) because it was seen as “the bank’s crypto.” However, in 2019, I was hired by a software consultancy firm that works with credit unions, …
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In software development, information protection is a fundamental pillar for any project. My experience in the banking sector has allowed me to understand that security is not an option but a non-negotiable necessity. While certain aspects of development, such as the user interface or mobile app configurations, may allow for shortcuts or compromises, security cannot …
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In this post, I want to discuss one of the best-kept and most powerful secrets in the world of investing: compound interest. Unlike simple interest, which only generates returns on the original capital, compound interest generates returns on previously accumulated earnings, thereby accelerating capital growth over time. The earlier you start investing, the more effective …
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In this post, I want to explore the famous Swensen model for building a long-term profitable portfolio. David Swensen was a renowned American economist and investor, widely acclaimed for his innovative approach to portfolio management. As the Chief Investment Officer at Yale University from 1985 until his passing in 2021, Swensen transformed the university’s endowment …
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A few weeks ago, I wrote an article about the oldest and most recognized blockchain: Bitcoin (you can read it here). The initial idea of Bitcoin was to be a secure and reliable means of payment worldwide without intermediaries. However, over the years, it has been proven that Bitcoin is slow, costly, and requires a …
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For the past five years, I have been involved in the world of software development, specifically in creating mobile applications. Initially, I focused on native development in Android using both Java and Kotlin, but for the last two years, I have been developing mobile apps using Flutter. In the field of mobile development, choosing the …
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