Why you may be paying to help make the mattress industry more eco-friendly
Oregon began levying a $22.50 fee in 2025 on consumers who buy a mattress. It's the fourth state to adopt such a policy, to help fund...
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Headlines on the small cap U.S. and Canadian companies we follow, pulled from the wires as they publish. Every story opens at its original source.
What Toronto Can Learn from Tel Aviv’s Start-Up Scene
Jan 13, 2025 Toronto is no stranger to innovation, but what if it could take its start-up ecosystem to the next level? Israel, often referred to...
30 million people could qualify to use IRS free Direct File program — here's who is eligible
The IRS free Direct File program opens on Jan. 27 for taxpayers in 25 states. Here's who qualifies for the 2025 tax season.
Founder Salaries: Insights from Europe, U.S., and Canada
Salary Report Jan 13, 2025 What Startup Founders Really Earn: Lessons from Creandum and Insights for Canada Have you ever had the task of determining how...
New Social Security benefit legislation may worsen insolvency. Broad reform remains elusive, experts say
The Social Security Fairness Act was signed into law on Jan. 5 following years of lobbying efforts. Why policy experts are not happy about the change.
The Role of Content Marketing in Fintech Crowdfunding
Jan 13, 2025 The integration of content marketing to fintech crowdfunding has changed the way projects and businesses seek funding. Crowdfunding platforms rely heavily on compelling...
More than a million student loan borrowers got debt forgiven in 2024. What to know at tax time
If your student loans were forgiven in 2024, you may be wondering if there are any tax implications.
Top Wall Street analysts like the growth opportunities for these three stocks
TipRanks' analyst ranking service underscores three stocks favored by the Street's top pros, including Uber Technologies and Nvidia.
Activist Browning West wants to collaborate as CAE selects a new leader. Here’s what can happen next
The firm sent a letter to the aviation services company's board, calling for a collaboration as CAE shops for a new CEO.
Bitcoin soared in 2024. How much — if any — should you own?
The crypto asset was the top performer in 2024, rising about 125%. But finance pros say bitcoin should generally not account for over 5% of your...
IRS announces the start of 2025 tax season
The 2025 tax season will begin on Jan. 27 for individual taxpayers. Here are some options to file your 2024 taxes for free.
IRS announces the start of the 2025 tax season
The 2025 tax season will begin on Jan. 27 for individual taxpayers. Here are some options to file your 2024 taxes for free.
Musk Says Human Data for AI Training is Depleted
AI Data Jan 10, 2025 AI Hits a Data Wall. What Does This Mean for Fintech and Investors? AI's data feedback loop was predicted a couple...
MicroVentures Portfolio Company: ServiceTitan’s History and Milestones
ServiceTitan has built a field service management platform that helps businesses in the HVAC, plumbing, lawn care, and other industries manage scheduling, invoicing, payments, and administrative...
Book: The Law for Founders ? Protecting Your Startup
NCFA Advisor Book Jan 9, 2025 The Law for Founders by John Wires ? Essential Read for Every Canadian Entrepreneur The National Crowdfunding Fintech Association (NCFA)...