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Politico:  Fintech Scandals Derail Momentum in Washington

Politico: Fintech Scandals Derail Momentum in Washington

Politico | Zachary Warmbrodt | Jan 3, 2023 This was supposed to be fintech’s big year in Washington [but ] the series of scandals that emerged in late 2022 are derailing that momentum, putting the once-ascendant challengers to traditional banks on defense. Crypto winter continues — Americans are getting bad news every day about the


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3 years ago
Falling behind on student loans can reduce Social Security benefits by $2,500 a year

Falling behind on student loans can reduce Social Security benefits by $2,500 a year

If you are delinquent on federal student loans and collect Social Security benefits, your monthly checks could be reduced.

3 years ago
Credit card interest rates are heading to 20% on average — here’s the best way to pay down high-interest debt

Credit card interest rates are heading to 20% on average — here’s the best way to pay down high-interest debt

As the Federal Reserve remains committed to raising interest rates to combat inflation, credit card rates will hit fresh highs in the year ahead.

3 years ago
Biden administration files its brief with the Supreme Court, defending student loan forgiveness

Biden administration files its brief with the Supreme Court, defending student loan forgiveness

The Biden administration has filed a legal brief with the U.S. Supreme Court, defending its plan to cancel hundreds of billions of dollars in student debt.

3 years ago
Fed's Esther George sees rates staying high at least into 2024

Fed's Esther George sees rates staying high at least into 2024

As her 40-year central banking career comes to a close, is advising her colleagues to stay tough on y inflation.

3 years ago
Homeowners spent up to $6,000 on average on repairs and maintenance in 2022. Here's how to keep those costs down

Homeowners spent up to $6,000 on average on repairs and maintenance in 2022. Here's how to keep those costs down

While some home-related expenses are tricky to predict, there are things you can do to lessen their sting, according to experts.

3 years ago
Everything You Need to Know About Crypto License

Everything You Need to Know About Crypto License

Jan 5, 2023 Cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology have revolutionized the way we handle financial transactions. As the demand for digital assets increases, so does the need for a secure and regulated environment where these transactions can take place. A crypto license is a permit granted by government agencies to businesses that wish to enter the


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3 years ago
IRS: Taxpayers may avoid a surprise tax bill by making a quarterly payment by Jan. 17

IRS: Taxpayers may avoid a surprise tax bill by making a quarterly payment by Jan. 17

The fourth-quarter estimated tax deadline is Jan. 17. Here's how to avoid a 'surprise tax bill' for 2022, according to the IRS.

3 years ago
Traders who bet against stocks made a killing in 2022, as short sellers netted $300 billion

Traders who bet against stocks made a killing in 2022, as short sellers netted $300 billion

Short holdings had a return of 30.8% in 2022 as the market slid.

3 years ago
You may get extra time to spend unused 2022 funds in your flex spending account. What to know about the rules

You may get extra time to spend unused 2022 funds in your flex spending account. What to know about the rules

About three-quarters of employers either give their workers a grace period to spend 2022 FSA funds or let them carry over a limited amount.

3 years ago
Successful Startups Have Two Traits in common

Successful Startups Have Two Traits in common

CEO Magazine | Anne Majumdar | Dec 26, 2022 A few key criteria define a decacorn, but what characteristics do they have in common? We take a look at what makes a winner in the world of startups. There are now 48 decacorns, according to Failory, including familiar brands like Canva, Byju’s and SpaceX. While


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3 years ago
Paid biweekly? Here are your 2 three-paycheck months in 2023 — and how to plan for them

Paid biweekly? Here are your 2 three-paycheck months in 2023 — and how to plan for them

If you get paid biweekly as a W-2 employee, there are usually two months out of the year when you will receive three paychecks instead of two.

3 years ago
The world’s most successful startups have two characteristics in common

The world’s most successful startups have two characteristics in common

CEO Magazine | Anne Majumdar | Dec 26, 2022 A few key criteria define a decacorn, but what characteristics do they have in common? We take a look at what makes a winner in the world of startups. There are now 48 decacorns, according to Failory, including familiar brands like Canva, Byju’s and SpaceX. While


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3 years ago
How Can We Improve Fighting Financial Crime With Artificial Intelligence?

How Can We Improve Fighting Financial Crime With Artificial Intelligence?

Guest Post | Jan 4, 2023 Identifying Key Areas of Financial Crime To fight digital financial crime, you’ve got to know what you’re up against. You’ve got to identify risk and fortify. Prime vulnerabilities for digital theft need to be protected. The difficulty is, financial criminals are successful enough they’re able to run an entire


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3 years ago
Here are some strategies that can help you dig out of holiday debt

Here are some strategies that can help you dig out of holiday debt

Americans spent more this holiday season and will likely take their time paying off any debt incurred. Here are seven steps that can help tackle debt.

3 years ago