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- The path to investing in digital currency is full of pitfalls. Here's why one must be careful while playing the game

How to get your money back if you fall victim to online fraud
Here's the lowdown on your rights in case you fall victim to a fraudster. Whether you are a jet-setter, a movie buff or a shopaholic, choosing the right credit card can be amply rewarding.
Here's a financial guide for couples in their late 20s with joint income of Rs 16 lakh
As the Rochlani's have aspirational goals, building liquidity is essential to meet short-term targets, says Financial Planner Lovaii Navlakhi
India-China smartphone war: Micromax, Karbonn are losing against Xiaomi, Oppo
Indian mobile handset brands are losing out to the Chinese as the market shifts to smartphones. can they stand up to the challenge?
Sensex, Nifty dream run could just be a bubble, investors need to be careful
Not everyone agrees that the market boom is completely out of proportion to the state of the economy. Some believe corporate performance having been mediocre, it can only get better in future and market sentiment reflects that. The government needs to take steps to reduce problems faced by farmers.
Don't want to pay property dealer? This startup has a solution
Tech-driven property listing platform NoBroker sounds the death knell for property brokers The global economy is gathering momentum. The World Bank and the International Monetary Fund have predicted an acceleration in growth in 2017 and 2018. While the outlook is improving, it may be some time before a return to the growth seen prior to the 2008 financial crisis. Insolvency professionals backed by banks are taking over the headquarters of some of the biggest corporate defaulters. Their success will be key to solvingthe NPA problem. BetterPlace is changing the lives of people outside the system by building their credentials Coverfox.com is changing the agent-driven insurance distribution market by aggregating offerings and helping in policy selection and claims. Cuemath is trying to transform the way students learn basic mathematical concepts Darwinbox's cloud-based solutions are revolutionising the hr space. FarMart aggregates farm machinery for the mutual benefit of owners and users. Indus OS provides the smartphone experience to users in their native language."The Maggi episode was avoidable"
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), country's apex food standards watchdog, has the mandate to ensure that every food item, processed or fresh, remains safe. Auto-aggregator Jugnoo is now on a steady ride. The rigorous process was led by industry veterans Legaldesk.coms made-to-order services have disrupted the decades-old ways of preparing legal documents. With technology displacing existing and future jobs, survival self-employment will only get tougher. Rentomojo has changed the ownership dynamics for young people on the move Shotang aims to remove the inefficiencies in the existing retail distribution chain. Zenatix is helping companies reduce their energy bills
Do you know about Mastodon? It could be next big thing after Facebook, Twitter
Newer social networks that promise decentralised, open source platforms are catching up fast. Mastodon is being described as 'the perfect Twitter' with no place for trolling, abuse and ads.
A big haul
A bigger basket of stocks across small and mid-cap segments is a boon for investors looking for well-diversified portfolios and high yields.
'Pace of market rise has been a surprise'
In just eight years after its launch, Axis Mutual Fund has managed to find a place among the top 10 AMCs in the country with average asset under management of around Rs 64,000 crore as in June 2017. Chandresh Nigam, MD & CEO, Axis Mutual Fund
App launchers on Google Play Store that can tidy up your smartphone
Tired of the confusing custom UI on your Android smartphone? These app launchers will help keep your homescreen clean. AirBar lets you add touch functionality to your laptop screens. The latest smartphone from BlackBerry, while pricey, is a great productivity device.
At The Crossroads
NSE's new boss Vikram Limaye has to focus on restoring the 25-year-old exchanges reputation as a top-notch bourse.
'Changing landscape around prohibition is a challenge'
Robinson Brown IV, the India, Middle East and North Africa director of Brown-Forman tells Nevin John about the company's India strategy.