Choosing the Right Tech Solutions for Finance Operations
March 27, 2024 The finance sector is rapidly evolving, and it can't be denied that technology plays a crucial role in shaping operational efficiency in this...
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The Unintended Consequences of Quebec’s Payday Loan Ban: A Surge in Illegal Online Lenders
May 27, 2024 The recent ban on payday loans in Quebec, while well-intentioned, has resulted in a significant disruption in the subprime loan market. The primary...
Cash discounts, while still rare, are up over 60% from 2015. Here's how much you can save
More merchants are giving discounts to consumers who pay with cash, or putting surcharges on credit card purchases.
'Pregnancy discrimination across corporate America is still rampant,' author says
In the book, "Women Money Power," financial journalist Josie Cox tells the story of women's fight for financial equality.
Here's why you may be saving more in your 401(k) — and not even know it
More employers have adopted "automatic escalation," which raises workers' 401(k) plan savings rate over time.
The AI Investment Boom: Impact on Venture Capital
Artificial intelligence (AI) has been one of the hottest areas for venture capital investment in recent years. As AI systems become increasingly advanced and capable of...
4 Things To Know Before Building A Greenhouse
May 24, 2024 Gardeners with green thumbs are not able to escape the dreary look that outweighs the spring look. With passing seasons, springs are shorter...
A 20% down payment is 'definitely not required' to buy a house, economist says. Here's how much you need
While coming up with a bigger down payment can help alleviate monthly homeownership costs, 20% is not required, experts say. Here's how much you need.
EU Grants Final Approval of AI Act, Effective 2026
AI Regulation May 24, 2024 The Council of the European Union greenlights the first Artificial Intelligence (AI Act) Regulation The Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) was...
Lightspeed Partners with Uber Direct and Uber Eats
Payments Release May 24, 2024 Lightspeed partnership with Uber Direct and Uber Eats to unlock new opportunities for merchants Lightspeed's new North American partnership with Uber...
India Biometric Data Breach Highlights Cybersecurity Risks
Cybersecurity May 24, 2024 A recent leak of biometric data in India is a 'stark warning' about the evolving risks that law enforcement bureaus across the...
Why groceries are so expensive — and how consumers may start to see relief
To save money on groceries now, experts say consumers may have to change their shopping habits. That may mean seeking out cheap grocery stores.
Does college still pay? Workers without a degree are doing better than they have in years, report finds
Just when many young adults are questioning the value of a four-year college, economic outcomes for workers without a degree are improving, a new report finds.
SEC Approves 19b-4 Forms of First Batch Ethereum ETFs
Regulation May 23, 2024 Regulatory Milestone: SEC Approves the first batch of 19b-4 Forms of Ethereum ETFs On May 23, 2024, the U.S. Securities and Exchange...
Op-ed: How activist investors are deactivating with proxy battle losses
Activist investors face a key question around their credibility and power as the proxy season winds down.