Bitcoin's roller-coaster ride shows why people should be cautious before investing in cryptocurrency
"From day one, this has been a risky investment for people," said David Yermack, a professor of finance at New York University.
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In a last-minute scramble, some colleges scrap plans to reopen for the spring semester
Colleges have been planning to reopen for in-person learning, despite the coronavirus crisis. A recent spike in new Covid cases is causing some to backtrack.
Opponents to $2,000 stimulus checks say they are not targeted. How that could be fixed
Washington leaders disagree whether $2,000 stimulus checks will really help those who need it most. Experts say these changes could better direct the money.
Biden will extend payment pause for student loan borrowers. Yet timeline remains unclear
An aide for the incoming Biden administration says the president-elect will extend a payment pause and interest waiver for student loan borrowers.
Walmart to launch fintech startup with partner Ribbit Capital
Bankingdive Anna Hrushka Jan 11, 2021 Summary: Walmart is creating a fintech startup in partnership with venture capital firm Ribbit Capital, the big-box retailer announced Monday....
PwC Report: Canadian Digital Trust Insights 2021: Cybersecurity comes of age
PwC Canada Jan 2021 Overview Accelerated digitization will continue to be one of the key impacts of COVID-19, but as new business models interact with new...
Starbucks pledges $100 million to help small businesses and Black communities
Starbucks will invest $100 million over the next four years in community development projects and small businesses in areas populated by people of color.
Digital Ethics Summit 2020 Day One- Lessons to be learnt from 2020
WiredGov TechUK Jan 11, 2021 Summary of day one at techUK's Digital Ethics Summit 2020. On Wednesday 9 December we kicked off techUK’s fourth annual Digital...
Top 5 In-demand Jobs Post COVID-19?
Raconteur MaryLou Costa May 2020 What does the top crisis management team look like? With a perfect storm of business challenges, heightened by pressure on team...
Cryptocurrency's value plummets. Here's what it means for your taxes
Bitcoin's price tumbled on Monday. Whether you see this as a buying opportunity or a chance to bail, the IRS will want to know what you...
State tax departments set their sights on pro athletes’ earnings
Professional athletes face complex state tax filings, given their hectic schedules. The pandemic added another angle: isolation bubbles and remote coaching.
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Scott Gallway Jan 8, 2020 Shadow Government As our institutions have retreated, private capital has emerged as a shadow government. Banks command our economy, the shareholder...
Just 39% of Americans could pay for a $1,000 emergency expense
Most people don't have the cash to cover an emergency car repair or unexpected medical bill. A new survey shows how that has worsened since the...
Cramer says Dow drop reflects 'week of danger' ahead as Democrats try to remove Trump
"What really happened on Wednesday is really uncertain. Impeachment? Or is that crazy? We don't know," CNBC's Jim Cramer said Monday.
How to attack your holiday debt: 8 strategies to get you back on track
Americans racked up more than $1,000 in holiday debt in 2020.