Senate confirms Billy Long as next IRS Commissioner. What taxpayers might expect amid agency cutbacks
President Donald Trump's pick for IRS Commissioner, Billy Long, has been confirmed by the Senate. Here's what it could mean for the agency.
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Wealthsimple Aims at Banks With New Credit and Loan Tools
Fintech Product Launch June 12, 2025 Fintech Wealthsimple Rivals Big Banks with 2% Cashback Credit Card Launch and Low Interest Line of Credit On June 11,...
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment may be 2.5% in 2026, new estimates find
New government inflation data suggests millions of Social Security beneficiaries may see a boost to their monthly checks in 2026. Here's what to know.
SEC Considers DeFi With Innovation Safe Harbour
Crypto Policy June 11, 2025 Atkins and Peirce Back Safe Harbour and Rule Updates to Grow DeFi Responsibly On June 9, the U.S. Securities and Exchange...
What to Expect from a Full-Service Window Cleaning in Toronto
June 11, 2025 Not Just a Quick Wipe — A Full Window Transformation Toronto homes face a unique challenge: smog from traffic, lake-effect moisture, construction dust,...
The pros and cons of a $1,000 baby bonus in 'Trump Accounts,' according to experts
The House GOP's "big, beautiful" tax bill includes a new savings account for children that comes with a $1,000 deposit from the federal government.
Here's the inflation breakdown for May 2025 — in one chart
Inflation was tame in May but President Trump's tariff policy may cause consumer prices to rise noticeably heading into summer, economists said.
New AI Minister Prioritizes Growth Over Rules
AI Policy June 11, 2025 Canada's AI Minister Says Focus is On Scaling, Not Overregulating Prime Minister Mark Carney recently appointed Solomon Evans as Canada's first...
Vance joins Trump in bashing Powell, says Fed committing 'monetary malpractice' by not cutting rates
President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance are now double-teaming the Fed in an effort to get lower interest rates.
How investors' portfolios have performed amid Trump market volatility
For all the stock market drama this year, investors' portfolio balances may not look too different from when President Donald Trump entered office in January.
Here’s what’s happening with unemployed Americans — in five charts
It's not uncommon to hear of individuals job hunting for extended periods of time. These five charts help explain what's happening with unemployment.
Trump's 'big beautiful' spending bill could make it harder to claim this low-income tax credit
President Donald Trump's "big beautiful" bill could make it harder to claim the earned income tax credit. Here's who could be impacted.
Market volatility has marked Trump's second term — here's how investors have fared
For all the stock market drama this year, investors' portfolio balances may not look too different from when President Donald Trump entered office in January.
Africa’s Fintech Bridge Is Open for Investment
Canada-Africa June 10, 2025 With Aid Declining, Global Capital is Key to Scaling Africa’s Fintech Future Foreign aid to Africa is in rapid retreat but this...
As GOP weighs Obamacare cuts, the party's constituents are more likely to use marketplace coverage, poll finds
Republicans are considering a massive domestic policy bill that would slash funding for Affordable Care Act exchanges. But many GOP voters rely on them.