Haido, an artificial intelligence-driven wealth technology startup, has emerged from stealth mode, founded by former employees of the digital bank Revolut. The company aims to automate investment management and financial planning through AI agents rather than traditional human-advisor models. This launch represents a strategic pivot in the fintech sector, moving beyond simple mobile banking apps toward autonomous financial decision-making tools. The founders are leveraging their experience from one of Europe's largest neobanks to build a scalable, low-cost alternative to traditional wealth management.
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