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'Soft landing, no recession,' Bank of America now predicts. Here's what consumers can expect

'Soft landing, no recession,' Bank of America now predicts. Here's what consumers can expect

A highly anticipated downturn in the U.S. economy may not come to fruition, based on the latest economic data, experts say. Here's what consumers can expect.

2 years ago
New Mortgage Guidelines in Exceptional Circumstances: Implications for Fintech and Bank Mortgage Lenders

New Mortgage Guidelines in Exceptional Circumstances: Implications for Fintech and Bank Mortgage Lenders

Mortgage Lending | Aug 3, 2023 The Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) has recently released new guidelines for mortgage loans in exceptional circumstances. The new guidelines are designed to provide a framework for lenders when dealing with borrowers who are facing exceptional circumstances. These circumstances could include situations such as a global pandemic, a


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2 years ago
Mega Millions jackpot hits $1.25 billion. Here’s how it benefits the government

Mega Millions jackpot hits $1.25 billion. Here’s how it benefits the government

The Mega Millions jackpot has grown to an estimated $1.25 billion. Here's how the lottery benefits the government.

2 years ago
Cryptography: A Novel Solution to the AI-Labeling Problem

Cryptography: A Novel Solution to the AI-Labeling Problem

Cryptography | Aug 3, 2023 C2PA, or the Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity, is revolutionizing the way we identify and label AI-generated content, offering a cryptographic solution that has far-reaching applications in content verification, digital rights management, combating misinformation, and more. What is C2PA? C2PA, or the Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity, is


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2 years ago
Tiktok’s hyper-realistic aging filter may help you make better retirement decisions — but not on its own

Tiktok’s hyper-realistic aging filter may help you make better retirement decisions — but not on its own

A new social media filter lets you catch a glimpse of future you. Experts weigh in on whether that may inspire people to save more.

2 years ago
Couples leverage 'something borrowed' to cut wedding costs

Couples leverage 'something borrowed' to cut wedding costs

The average cost for a wedding has increased to $30,000, but brides are being more savvy with their budgets and renting items instead of purchasing them.

2 years ago
This is America's most overlooked labor force, with as much as 80% shut out of work

This is America's most overlooked labor force, with as much as 80% shut out of work

National labor data shows that only one in five disabled Americans can find work, but Amy and Ben Wright, Bitty & Beau's Coffee founders, are changing that.

2 years ago
Four-time Olympic medalist Dominique Dawes on how she defines success

Four-time Olympic medalist Dominique Dawes on how she defines success

Olympic icon Dominique Dawes wants more than sports records for the kids attending her gymnastics academies. She wants to build champion human beings.

2 years ago
'Something bad is happening around the corner': Why a consumer spending drop is likely in the fall

'Something bad is happening around the corner': Why a consumer spending drop is likely in the fall

Consumers have continued to spend amid high inflation, but interest rate hikes and resuming student loan payments could slow that.

2 years ago
These states are restoring free school meals for all kids, regardless of income

These states are restoring free school meals for all kids, regardless of income

Nine states have passed legislation that preserves a federal pandemic-era policy making free school meals available to all students, regardless of income.

2 years ago
Paying in cash helps shoppers 'forget' guilty pleasures, Stanford research finds

Paying in cash helps shoppers 'forget' guilty pleasures, Stanford research finds

Even as transactions get increasingly cashless, there's still a place for paper currency, especially when it comes to guilty pleasures, Stanford research finds.

2 years ago
A consumer spending slowdown is coming in the second half of 2023

A consumer spending slowdown is coming in the second half of 2023

Consumers have continued to spend amid high inflation, but interest rate hikes and resuming student loan payments could slow that.

2 years ago
Meta Files New Patent: Voice ID Data for User Authentication…Progress or Privacy Concern?

Meta Files New Patent: Voice ID Data for User Authentication…Progress or Privacy Concern?

Patent | Aug 3, 2023 Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is taking a significant step towards enhancing user security and personalization. The company has recently filed a patent entitled "User Identification with Voiceprints on Online Social Networks." This article will explore the details of this patent and what it means for users and advertisers along


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2 years ago
A New Era:  Financial Stability Board Releases Final Recommendations for Cryptoasset Activities and Markets

A New Era: Financial Stability Board Releases Final Recommendations for Cryptoasset Activities and Markets

Regulation | Aug 2, 2023   The Financial Stability Board (FSB) unveils a comprehensive framework for international consistency in the regulation of cryptoassets, addressing both crypto-asset activities and 'global stablecoin' arrangements. The Financial Stability Board (FSB) has released its final recommendations for regulating cryptoassets and related services, marking a significant step towards international regulatory harmony.


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2 years ago
IRS unveils 'paperless processing initiative' for taxpayers. Here’s what to expect

IRS unveils 'paperless processing initiative' for taxpayers. Here’s what to expect

The IRS will offer digital correspondence for the 2024 season and aims to provide "paperless processing" for tax returns in 2025. Here's what to know.

2 years ago