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26 million borrowers have applied for student loan forgiveness. But GOP challenges put plan at risk

26 million borrowers have applied for student loan forgiveness. But GOP challenges put plan at risk

Close to 26 million Americans have applied for student loan forgiveness. But the White House's plan could be in jeopardy due to GOP legal challenges.

3 years ago
Forget about making money. Here’s what it takes to write a book

Forget about making money. Here’s what it takes to write a book

Before you start cranking out the best seller that’s in your head, be aware of the sacrifice that goes into getting a book published.

3 years ago
Fidelity is the latest employer to offer free college education to workers

Fidelity is the latest employer to offer free college education to workers

More employers, including Fidelity, Citi and PNC, are expanding their benefit offerings with free college programs to attract and retain workers.

3 years ago
Anti-fragility:  Single Lightning Transaction Sends Network into Turmoil

Anti-fragility: Single Lightning Transaction Sends Network into Turmoil

CoinDesk | Frederick Munawa | Nov 2, 2022 A Twitter user by the name “Burak” (@brqgoo) sent a large swath of the Lightning Network into turmoil on Tuesday morning, when he allegedly created a non-standard Bitcoin transaction that prevented users from opening new Lightning channels (connections between Lightning nodes). Anti-fragility:  Burak’s shenanigans disrupted a good


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3 years ago
Arcane Research:  Ahead of the Curve

Arcane Research: Ahead of the Curve

Arcane Research | Nov 1, 2022 We're extremely proud to share the first edition of our new market report with you. Our goal is to make you prepared for tomorrow's price action through data-driven analysis, unique deep dives, and help you understand how macro events impact digital assets. Enjoy this week's free access, and check out


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3 years ago
As Election Day approaches, Democrats warn that Social Security and Medicare are at stake

As Election Day approaches, Democrats warn that Social Security and Medicare are at stake

Democrats, including President Joe Biden, say the midterm elections may decide the future of two programs retirees rely on, Social Security and Medicare.

3 years ago
Here's what the Federal Reserve's fourth 0.75 percentage point interest rate hike means for you

Here's what the Federal Reserve's fourth 0.75 percentage point interest rate hike means for you

Here’s how your mortgage, credit card, car loan, student debt and savings could be affected by the latest major Fed rate hike.

3 years ago
Op-ed: Don't reject the 60/40 portfolio. Embrace it

Op-ed: Don't reject the 60/40 portfolio. Embrace it

Amid unique geopolitical and financial circumstances that are hammering stock markets, some are questioning the traditional 60/40 stocks/bonds investment model.

3 years ago
Bank of Canada Speech:  Ron Morrow, Executive Director at CIX Summit – Retail Payment Regulations

Bank of Canada Speech: Ron Morrow, Executive Director at CIX Summit – Retail Payment Regulations

Bank of Canada | Ron Morrow | Nov 2, 2022 BoC Regulation:  New technology means new payment options—and new rules Growth:  In recent years, we’ve seen a sharp rise in the use of mobile and digital payments.  Canadians place their trust in payment service providers (PSPs) every day. When money changes hands electronically in new


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3 years ago
Can Canada go Cashless?

Can Canada go Cashless?

Global News | Alley Wilson & Anne Gaviola  | Oct 29, 2022 Whether you pay by debit, credit, mobile wallet or smartwatch, speed and convenience are driving the way Canadians are choosing to pay, but it all comes with a price — cash as a payment option is steadily declining. Cashless is Trending Pandemic: The


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3 years ago
Opinion:  Crypto and Financial Inclusion – Dispelling Narratives

Opinion: Crypto and Financial Inclusion – Dispelling Narratives

Brookings | Tonantzin Carmona | Oct 26, 2022 Conclusion   Before embracing cryptocurrencies or overstating their potential, policymakers should first clarify the problems they are trying to solve, and more importantly, why they are trying to solve them.[87] When it comes to crypto and financial inclusion, there are fluctuating and contested terms and narratives. Thus, it


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3 years ago
Here’s how to adjust your portfolio as the Fed hikes interest rates again

Here’s how to adjust your portfolio as the Fed hikes interest rates again

The Federal Reserve enacted its fourth three-quarters of a percentage point interest rate increase to fight inflation. Here's what it means for investors.

3 years ago
Before dropping a Medicare Advantage plan altogether during open enrollment, compare these key costs

Before dropping a Medicare Advantage plan altogether during open enrollment, compare these key costs

If you are thinking about dropping your Advantage Plan in favor of basic Medicare, your costs will likely look different, experts say.

3 years ago
Buffet-backed Nubank to Launch ‘Nucoin’ Loyalty tokens on the Polygon Blockchain

Buffet-backed Nubank to Launch ‘Nucoin’ Loyalty tokens on the Polygon Blockchain

Cointelegraph | Ana Paula Pereira  | Oct 19, 2022 Nubank, a fintech bank in Brazil, announced the creation of the Nucoin token on the Polygon blockchain on Oct. 19, paving the way for a rewards program for its 70 million clients across Latin America.  Loyalty tokens: The company said that the token will be available


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3 years ago
As Election Day approaches, Democrats warn of possible repercussions for Social Security and Medicare

As Election Day approaches, Democrats warn of possible repercussions for Social Security and Medicare

Democrats, including President Joe Biden, have said the midterm election may shape two government programs retirees rely on, Social Security and Medicare.

3 years ago