PBOC White Paper: e-CNY’s Path to Cross-Border Payments
CloudTree Ventures Winston Ma Jan 19, 2022 Today, China and the United States are competing and growing their technological capabilities in a wide array of sectors....
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SEC eyes tighter disclosure deadlines for hedge funds building big stakes in companies
The regulator is considering tighter disclosure deadlines for hedge funds growing sizable stakes in companies.
Here's why your 401(k) employer match may not be yours just yet
Most 401(k) plans don't pay a full company match immediately. In some cases, employees must work six years to get the money.
86% of last year's new investors plan to put even more money in stocks in 2022, survey says
Among individuals who began investing last year, 86% plan to increase their stock holdings in 2022, according to a recent survey.
UK Law Society: Blockchain legal and regulatory guidance (second edition)
UK Law Society Jan 11, 2022 We’ve published the second edition of our blockchain report, in collaboration with the Tech London Advocates (TLA) Blockchain Legal and...
56% of Americans can't cover a $1,000 emergency expense with savings
Most Americans are unable to cover an unexpected $1,000 bill with savings, according to a telephone survey conducted in early January by Bankrate.
Canadian securities regulators publish guidance on ESG-related investment fund disclosure
CSA Release Jan 19, 2022 Toronto – The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) today published guidance for investment funds on their disclosure practices that relate to environmental,...
Some states offer assistance to families unable to afford funeral costs
Many states and counties have funds to assist residents with the funeral and burial expenses of a loved one, but the information isn't always easy to...
Gerry Cotten’s widow speaks out over his death and millions of missing crypto
CBC Cassie Williams Jan 18, 2022 Gerald Cotten died suddenly in 2018 and took keys to $250 million in crypto assets to his grave Robertson isn't...
It’s costly to care for aging relatives. Here's how to get a tax break this season
Caring for aging relatives or family members with special needs can be tough on your finances. But you may qualify for federal or state-level tax breaks.
Raising money in the U.S.? Here’s a new SEC tool to explore options
SEC Jan 19, 2022 Navigating Your Capital Raising Options When raising capital, a business may not offer or sell securities unless the offering has been registered...
Here’s how rising interest rates may affect your bond portfolio in retirement
Many retirees rely on bonds for income and to reduce volatility. Here’s how the Fed’s expected interest rate hikes may affect bond portfolios.
Microsoft Bets on Video Games: Buys Activision Blizzard for $70 billion
New York Times Shira Ovide Jan 18, 2022 Microsoft is making a big bet on video games, and even if you’re like me and don’t really...
Gensler is short-changing public comments
Cato Institute Jennifer J. Schulp and Nicholas Anthony Jan 14, 2022 Gary Gensler, the Chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has set an ambitious...
What happens to your digital assets and cryptocurrency when you die? Even with a will, they may be overlooked
From digital photos to cryptocurrencies, certain items may be lost when you die if you don't make provisions for passing them on.