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Jas Shah

Bi-weekly analysis and insights of trends from the fintech universe. Expert insights, wit and wisdom written by an experienced fintech product operator and advisor

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    I'm a lifelong Fintech & Product geek and writer of Fintech: Under the Hood, a fortnightly look under the hood of a Fintech or hot topic from an experienced Product person's perspective. With puns and some fun thrown in for good measure.

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