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Canada Aims to Regulate AI in Search & Social Media

Canada Aims to Regulate AI in Search & Social Media

Regulation | Oct 10, 2023 The Canadian government, through ISED Minister François-Philippe Champagne, has revealed plans to regulate AI, particularly in how it is utilized to prioritize content display on search engines and social media platforms. This comes amidst the study of Bill C-27, a bill focused on privacy reform and AI regulation. Notably, the


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What workers on strike need to know about collecting unemployment benefits

What workers on strike need to know about collecting unemployment benefits

As 2023 proves to be a massive year for worker strikes, the push to get people on the picket line unemployment benefits is also heating up.

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'Shark Tank' star Daymond John looks to boost Black entrepreneurs for a fourth year

'Shark Tank' star Daymond John looks to boost Black entrepreneurs for a fourth year

'Shark Tank' star Daymond John's Black Entrepreneurs Day will return for a fourth year at the Apollo Theater and in an online stream.

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Treasury Department aims to make it easier to get $7,500 EV tax credit in 2024

Treasury Department aims to make it easier to get $7,500 EV tax credit in 2024

The agency proposed a rule that would allow all eligible buyers of electric vehicles to get an upfront discount from car dealers, regardless of tax liability.

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Powerball jackpot hits $1.55 billion. Why the cash prize dropped $29.7 million last week

Powerball jackpot hits $1.55 billion. Why the cash prize dropped $29.7 million last week

The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $1.55 billion, but the cash prize dropped by $29.7 million in a matter of days last week. Here's why.

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Israel-Hamas war causes oil prices to spike. Here's what drivers in the U.S. need to know

Israel-Hamas war causes oil prices to spike. Here's what drivers in the U.S. need to know

While oil jumped in price Monday, experts say the conflict is likely to have a minimal effect on the cost of gas in the U.S. Here's what to keep an eye on.

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Mastering the Amazon Affiliate Side Hustle: Tips, Tricks, and Strategies

Mastering the Amazon Affiliate Side Hustle: Tips, Tricks, and Strategies

Oct 9, 2023 Becoming an Amazon affiliate can be a lucrative side hustle for creators, influencers, and bloggers. By understanding how the Amazon Associates Program works and utilizing various strategies, anyone can generate income from their online platforms. This article highlights the Amazon Affiliate Program, provides a step-by-step enrollment guide, and examines the program's dynamics.


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Why so many workers are striking in 2023: 'Strikes can often be contagious,' says expert

Why so many workers are striking in 2023: 'Strikes can often be contagious,' says expert

Altogether, roughly 453,000 workers have gone on strike so far in 2023 as employees fight for better wages and working conditions in the wake of the pandemic.

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Now is the time to 'think long term' when investing, advisor says. This chart helps explain why

Now is the time to 'think long term' when investing, advisor says. This chart helps explain why

As new risks emerge, markets may become more volatile. Here's why staying the course tends to pay off.

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3 Bank ‘Sell-down’ Pact at Elon Musk’s X?

3 Bank ‘Sell-down’ Pact at Elon Musk’s X?

Funding | Oct 9, 2023 3 of the seven banks that funded X's acquisition (formally Twitter) - Morgan Stanley, Barclays, and Bank of America, which collectively provided almost 70% of the financing, have reportedly formed a strategic alliance to safeguard their investments amidst the financial chaos. Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter, valued at $44 billion,


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Top Wall Street analysts expect these dividend stocks to boost portfolio returns

Top Wall Street analysts expect these dividend stocks to boost portfolio returns

TipRanks' analyst ranking service pinpoints Wall Street's best-performing stocks, including Exxon and Darden.

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How this 77-year-old widow lost $661,000 in a common tech scam: 'I realized I had been defrauded of everything'

How this 77-year-old widow lost $661,000 in a common tech scam: 'I realized I had been defrauded of everything'

Marjorie Bloom, a retiree, lost her life savings in a "tech support" scam involving cryptocurrency. These frauds, which target older adults, are on the rise.

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Here's how New York City is planning to spend $15 billion raised from a new congestion pricing toll

Here's how New York City is planning to spend $15 billion raised from a new congestion pricing toll

NYC's zone-based congestion toll will charge drivers to enter lower Manhattan, which could improve local air quality and fund mass transit improvements.

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Why even those winning 'the capitalist game' feel insecure, says Debt Collective co-founder

Why even those winning 'the capitalist game' feel insecure, says Debt Collective co-founder

Debt Collective co-founder Astra Taylor's new book explores why people feel so insecure these days, regardless of their economic standing.

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Clearco Secures $60M Series D, Recapitalization

Clearco Secures $60M Series D, Recapitalization

Funding | Oct 6, 2023 In a striking rebound, Clear Finance Technology Corp., widely recognized as Clearco, has successfully secured a pivotal round of funding, navigating through a potential turnaround. The recent recapitalization efforts, including a noteworthy $60 million Series D round and a new asset-backed financing facility, have provided Clearco with up to $100


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