Aussies are using BNPL schemes to keep up with the increasing cost of living, but instead of lightening the load, they're driving users into financial insecurity. With an overreliance on BNPL to manage money and expenses, better financial advice and customer protection regulations are key.

Price rises and tax increases have created a gloomy economic picture for Britons who are only just starting to feel the crippling impact of the increased costs of living. Now, they are on the hunt for ways to save money and brands that can help them score a much-needed bargain.

Gen Zers are taking to social media to learn about finance – covering a full suite of topics from budgeting hacks to how to identify the next meme stock. The problem is, it’s hard to discern in the world of finance edutainment which influencers can be trusted, and who should be avoided.

On-demand pay provider DailyPay has partnered with Visa to create a pre-paid debit card that gives workers access to their wages prior to payday. As the cost of living continues to rise, people are looking for ways to ensure they are able to meet those rising costs without heading into debt.