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Yellen: Republicans' IRS funding cut would hurt customer service goals

Yellen: Republicans' IRS funding cut would hurt customer service goals

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Tuesday announced IRS goals for the 2024 tax filing season. Here's what taxpayers can expect.

2 years ago
Generative AI: Redefining the Boundaries

Generative AI: Redefining the Boundaries

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has played a pivotal role in shaping industries and redefining human capabilities. Generative AI, a subfield of AI, has garnered significant attention for its ability to create content, images, and even entire worlds. In this blog post, … Continue reading

2 years ago
The Complexities of Auditing Digital Assets

The Complexities of Auditing Digital Assets

Digital Assets | Nov 6, 2023 Digital assets, ranging from cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum to non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), are redefining the boundaries of auditing and accounting. Types of Digital Assets The digital asset landscape is rich and varied, encompassing a range of assets that leverage blockchain technology for


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2 years ago
Gen Z, millennials have a much harder time 'adulting' than their parents did, CNBC/Generation Lab survey finds

Gen Z, millennials have a much harder time 'adulting' than their parents did, CNBC/Generation Lab survey finds

While Gen Zers and millennials are perceived as having a hard time meeting financial milestones, "glimmers of optimism" stand out, according to a new report.

2 years ago
Credit card balances spiked in the third quarter to a $1.08 trillion record. Here's how we got here

Credit card balances spiked in the third quarter to a $1.08 trillion record. Here's how we got here

Strong consumer spending boosted credit card balances to a new record high in the third quarter, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.

2 years ago
Amazon & Affirm’s BNPL Service Aids Small Business Growth

Amazon & Affirm’s BNPL Service Aids Small Business Growth

BNPL | Nov 7, 2023 Amazon is introducing a buy now, pay later (BNPL) option with partner Affirm, targeting small business owners who utilize Amazon Business, the e-commerce platform designed for company purchases. The Buy now, pay later service, which is expected to be available to all eligible customers by Black Friday, November 24, offers


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2 years ago
3 big reasons exchange-traded funds went 'mainstream' with investors

3 big reasons exchange-traded funds went 'mainstream' with investors

Dollars flowing into exchange-traded funds beat those of mutual funds by a record $1.5 trillion in 2022. Taxes and low costs are big drivers, experts said.

2 years ago
U.S. consumer is 'quite healthy,' VantageScore CEO says, as credit scores rise despite inflation, mounting debt

U.S. consumer is 'quite healthy,' VantageScore CEO says, as credit scores rise despite inflation, mounting debt

Lenders use credit scores to determine a borrowers ability to repay. Those scores show consumers are still in the healthy range.

2 years ago
[Cato Event Nov 16, 2023]:  Financial AI and the Regulatory Future

[Cato Event Nov 16, 2023]: Financial AI and the Regulatory Future

Virtual Event | Nov 6, 2023 On November 16, the Cato Institute is hosting an online event titled "Navigating the Future: AI in Finance and Regulatory Implications."  Experts will discuss the transformative impact of generative AI on the financial sector, a realm where AI has been an integral technology for years, driving innovation and efficiency


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2 years ago
7 Essential Backup Strategy Best Practices

7 Essential Backup Strategy Best Practices

Nov 6, 2023 Although production storage is becoming more dependable and durable, it is more vital than ever to create and maintain a quality, independent copy of production data regularly. Today's customers and application owners demand no data loss, even in the case of a system or facility outage, especially with cloud backup in the


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2 years ago
The Art of the Bonus: How Exclusive Promotions Are Reshaping Canada’s Casino Scene

The Art of the Bonus: How Exclusive Promotions Are Reshaping Canada’s Casino Scene

Nov 6, 2023 In the competitive landscape of online casinos, there's a distinct strategy that's altering the dynamics: the use of exclusive promotions. Bonuses, arguably the most potent tool in a casino's arsenal, are continually evolving, bringing a flurry of excitement among players. For those navigating the Canadian casino market, understanding the anatomy of these


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2 years ago
3 things you can learn about taxes from San Francisco 49ers' Arik Armstead's paycheck

3 things you can learn about taxes from San Francisco 49ers' Arik Armstead's paycheck

San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Arik Armstead recently shared a pay stub on TikTok for "motivational and educational purposes." Here are three tax lessons.

2 years ago
The Role of Microloans and Crowdfunding in Supporting Small-Scale Farmers

The Role of Microloans and Crowdfunding in Supporting Small-Scale Farmers

Nov 6, 2023 About 98% of America’s 2 million farms are operated by families, and of these family-run farms, 90% of them are small and gross less than $350,000 annually. However, these small-scale farms account for 22% of our country’s food production. As the world population increases, these farms are playing a critical role in


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2 years ago
A meteoric rise in worker health costs has slowed — but they’re already 'egregious,' advisor says

A meteoric rise in worker health costs has slowed — but they’re already 'egregious,' advisor says

Growth in cost-sharing like deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums has been relatively muted in recent years, according to health data.

2 years ago
Retirees will pay more for Medicare Part B premiums in 2024. What to know about managing those costs

Retirees will pay more for Medicare Part B premiums in 2024. What to know about managing those costs

With Medicare Part B premiums slated to go up next year, now is the time to evaluate how much you will pay.

2 years ago