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Why banking apps must show future obligations, not just current balance
The article argues that displaying only the current balance in banking apps misleads users by ignoring upcoming obligations like rent and subscriptions. It suggests that good UX should proactively warn users of potential shortfalls before they occur. The author's company, DARCA, is testing such a feature.
Meridian48 take
The critique is valid, but the solution is not novel; many fintech apps already offer spending forecasts.
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