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Banking-As-A-Service Is Under Fire

Banking-As-A-Service Is Under Fire

Forbes | Sarah Kocianski | Feb 27, 2023 Banking-as-a-Service was a major beneficiary of the recent fintech investment boom, but as we move through 2023 it’s an area facing increasing challenges. BaaS In The US:  is the provision of core banking services to third parties by a company holding a full banking licence. Well-known examples


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AI Driven, Robot Lawyer Project Raises $10.5M Backed by Monzo and Wise Founders

AI Driven, Robot Lawyer Project Raises $10.5M Backed by Monzo and Wise Founders

City A.M. | Louis Goss and Charlie Conchie | Feb 27, 2023 A City computing company has raised $10.5m (£8.8m) from backers including top execs from Magic Circle law firm Clifford Chance to develop an artificial intelligence (AI) driven, robot lawyer. Robin AI was founded by ex-Clifford Chance lawyer Richard Robinson and machine learning researcher


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3 years ago
Private Market Benefits and Limitations

Private Market Benefits and Limitations

Investing in the private markets can be an option for investors looking to diversify their portfolio. While private market investments can offer benefits, they also come with limitations and risks that investors should carefully consider before making a decision. In … Continue reading

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High home prices, rising mortgage rates make it tough to be a first-time homebuyer now. Here's why location matters

High home prices, rising mortgage rates make it tough to be a first-time homebuyer now. Here's why location matters

Affordability is a key challenge for first-time homebuyers. But some markets are better than others, experts say.

3 years ago
High home prices, mortgage rates make it tough to be a first-time homebuyer now. Here's why location matters

High home prices, mortgage rates make it tough to be a first-time homebuyer now. Here's why location matters

Affordability is a key challenge for first-time homebuyers. But some markets are better than others, experts say.

3 years ago
Here's how after-tax 401(k) contributions can help with those big retirement savings goals for 2023

Here's how after-tax 401(k) contributions can help with those big retirement savings goals for 2023

If you're planning to max out your 401(k) plan for 2023 and want to save more, you may consider after-tax 401(k) contributions. Here's what you need to know.

3 years ago
60% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck — 'inflation is part of their everyday lives,' expert says

60% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck — 'inflation is part of their everyday lives,' expert says

Despite higher prices, consumers are still spending, although not as much as a year ago, which is giving their budgets some breathing room.

3 years ago
Debt due to another person's fraud can't be discharged in bankruptcy. Neither can these bills

Debt due to another person's fraud can't be discharged in bankruptcy. Neither can these bills

While bankruptcy may emerge as the only option for easing debt that has become unmanageable, there are some obligations that you can't get rid of.

3 years ago
Online Age Verification: What It Is & How It Protects Minors

Online Age Verification: What It Is & How It Protects Minors

Guest Post | Feb 28, 2023 The internet has become an integral part of our daily lives, and it has revolutionized the way we communicate, access information, and do business. However, with the benefits of the internet come challenges and risks, especially for minors. The proliferation of age-inappropriate content and activities on the internet poses


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3 years ago
The racial retirement savings gap remains wide – How these state IRA programs are working toward equity

The racial retirement savings gap remains wide – How these state IRA programs are working toward equity

Workers have put away $735 million in state retirement savings programs that are intended to help employees at small businesses.

3 years ago
Eggs are a $10 billion 'low-margin industry,' says analyst. Here's who profits

Eggs are a $10 billion 'low-margin industry,' says analyst. Here's who profits

Eggs are a $10 billion industry. With prices more than doubling in 2022, the largest producer, Cal-Maine Foods, increased its revenue by 32% in 2022 from 2021.

3 years ago
As the Supreme Court weighs in on Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan, here's a look back at how we got here

As the Supreme Court weighs in on Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan, here's a look back at how we got here

The Supreme Court has the final say on Biden's student loan forgiveness plan but college affordability will remain an issue for years to come.

3 years ago
Student loan borrowers camp out at Supreme Court, praise Biden forgiveness plan

Student loan borrowers camp out at Supreme Court, praise Biden forgiveness plan

The Supreme Court is hearing arguments challenging the Biden administration's plan to forgive the student loan debts of millions of Americans

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Supreme Court to hear Biden’s student loan forgiveness arguments Tuesday. 3 things to know

Supreme Court to hear Biden’s student loan forgiveness arguments Tuesday. 3 things to know

The Supreme Court will hear arguments this week on President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan. Their decision will affect tens of millions of Americans.

3 years ago
How a New York school disrupts education to prepare Black, Latino students for six-figure tech jobs

How a New York school disrupts education to prepare Black, Latino students for six-figure tech jobs

A new school in Brooklyn has created a one-year program to help students get tech jobs that typically go to college grads with a four-year degree.

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