$15 minimum wage edges closer as Democrats win Senate control
The projected result of the Georgia runoff election on Tuesday makes a higher national minimum wage more likely.
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From Global Leader to Follower, is Canada losing its FinTech edge?
Holt Accelerator Jan Arp Jan 6, 2020 Holt’s mission is to develop a more competitive fintech ecosystem in Canada to foster financial innovation. An overlooked focused...
Biden’s tax plan might have a fighting chance if Democrats sweep Georgia
President-elect Joe Biden's tax plan might be a step closer to fruition if Democrats take both Senate seats in Georgia.
$15 minimum wage edges closer as Democrats near Senate control
The projected result of the Georgia runoff election on Tuesday makes a higher national minimum wage more likely.
What a Democratic-controlled Congress could mean for renters struggling amid the pandemic
If Democrats take control of the Senate, a number of relief measures for renters struggling amid the pandemic will have a better chance of happening.
Mega Millions jackpot has soared to $490 million and Powerball prize is $410 million. Winners need to prepare for their 'old life' being over
If you're daydreaming about how you'd use such a windfall, be aware that winning is not as simple as claiming the money and going on with...
$2,000 stimulus checks possible if Democrats win Senate majority
A win for Democrats in two Georgia races for U.S. Senate seats could help the party overcome opposition to $2,000 stimulus checks.
At Georgetown, tensions rise over the university’s decision to maintain distance learning
With the spring semester nearly underway, and Covid cases rising, Georgetown plans to maintain distance learning. That doesn’t sit well with many undergrads.
KABN North America and Liquid Avatar Unveils New Challenger Banking Program for Verified Self Sovereign Identity Users
KABN Cara Buckspan Jan 6, 2020 ABN North America launches the KABN prepaid Visa Card to support its Liquid Avatar users and provides online banking solutions...
NYSE will delist three big China telecoms, reversing decision once again
The stock exchange will remove U.S.-traded shares of China Telecom, China Mobile and China Unicom from the Big Board, the NYSE said Wednesday.
Green Dot, fintech partner to Apple and Amazon, is still undervalued after stock doubled, CEO says
Green Dot is making a play to become the main bank account for the 100 million Americans underserved by traditional banks.
Here's how to make that financial New Year's resolution a reality
Like millions of Americans, you've probably made some New Year's resolutions. Now you need to figure out how to keep them.
Here's what happens with Social Security payments when someone dies
Here are some key things to know about what happens when a Social Security recipient passes away.
Biden’s tax plan has a better chance as Democrats sweep Georgia
President-elect Joe Biden's tax plan might be a step closer to fruition as Democrats take both Senate seats in Georgia.
OCC says Federally regulated banks can use stablecoins to conduct payments and other activities
Coindesk Nikhilesh De Jan 4, 2020 The federal banking regulator published an interpretive letter addressing whether national banks and federal savings associations could participate in independent...