Technology to Barter in Hard Times

The World

In lean economic times, alternative financial systems are sprouting up around the world. And now they come with a digital twist.

British technologist Ken Banks wants to build apps to help those people do things like barter and time-swap.

Help keep The World going strong!

The article you just read is free because dedicated readers and listeners like you chose to support our nonprofit newsroom. Our team works tirelessly to ensure you hear the latest in international, human-centered reporting every weekday. But our work would not be possible without you. We need your help.

Make a gift today to help us reach our $25,000 goal and keep The World going strong. Every gift will get us one step closer.