Episode 86: The worrying rise of risky financial influences

From Finfluencers and deepfake scams, to the rise of AI-powered investing tips – the risk of financial advice from unregulated sources is increasing. With one in three New Zealanders now using AI to help make investment decisions, Milford Wealth Management Adviser Nicky Reid joins Ryan Bridge to explain what regulated financial advice really looks like, how to spot red flags, and why personalised, accountable advice still matters.

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