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Federal judge denies landlords' request to block CDC national eviction ban

A U.S. judge on Friday rejected a request by landlord groups to block the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's new eviction moratorium.

4 years ago

Boeing delays test flight of Starliner crew spacecraft for at least two months after valve problems

Boeing's second uncrewed flight test of its Starliner spacecraft is delayed for at least two months due to difficulties with propulsion valves.

4 years ago

Chime raises $750 million, earns big jump in valuation as another fintech moves closer to IPO

Chime has raised a fresh $750 million that values the fintech company at $25 billion — a $10 billion jump in valuation from its last round less than a year ago.

4 years ago

How to handle Medicare if you’re returning to the U.S. after living overseas

Anyone who turns 65 while living abroad, with plans to return to the U.S., should familiarize themselves with the rules that apply to Medicare enrollment.

4 years ago

Uncertainty is back on Main Street as delta variant rattles reopening plans

Small businesses on Main Streets across the U.S., from restaurants to bars, gyms and salons, were preparing for a full economic reopening. Uncertainty is back.

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To join the 'Great Resignation,' some workers are willing to go into debt. Make these financial moves instead

Here's how to make sure your financial house is in order before you quit your job.

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Retail Payments Advisory Committee

BoC | Aug 11, 2021 The Interim Retail Payments Advisory Committee (RPAC) is a forum set up by the Bank of Canada to gather industry expertise about the retail payment services landscape. The Bank is designing and getting ready to implement the Retail Payments Supervisory Framework. See:  Bank of Canada (Aug 13 Deadline): Retail Payment


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4 years ago

How open-source software shapes AI policy

Brookings | Alex Engler | Aug 10, 2021 Open-source software quietly affects nearly every issue in AI policy, but it is largely absent from discussions around AI policy—policymakers need to more actively consider OSS’s role in AI. Open-source software (OSS), software that is free to access, use, and change without restrictions, plays a central role


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4 years ago

How to improve LinkedIn job postings amid the tightest labor market in history

With businesses battling one of the tightest labor markets in recent memory, a creative approach on LinkedIn could help them stand out and attract job seekers.

4 years ago

7 online networking tips for CEOs

MT | Orianna Rosa Royle | Aug 12, 2021 MT Asks: How do you find and maintain a network solely through a screen? Now that the government has lifted the order to work from home and the summer holidays draw to a close, many firms are eyeing up an office return in September.  But as


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4 years ago

Labor Department pumps $240 million into unemployment system to fight 'terrifying' fraud

The Labor Department is issuing grants to states to help beef up fraud measures, like identity verification and cybersecurity.

4 years ago

Hackers steal $600m in major cryptocurrency heist

BBC | Aug 10, 2021 Hackers have stolen some $600m (£433m) in what appears to be one the largest cryptocurrency heists ever. Blockchain site Poly Network said hackers had exploited a vulnerability in its system and taken thousands of digital tokens such as Ether. In a letter posted on Twitter, it urged the thieves to


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4 years ago

Upcoming Meeting: Retail Payments Advisory Committee

BoC | Aug 11, 2021 The Interim Retail Payments Advisory Committee (RPAC) is a forum set up by the Bank of Canada to gather industry expertise about the retail payment services landscape. The Bank is designing and getting ready to implement the Retail Payments Supervisory Framework. See:  Bank of Canada (Aug 13 Deadline): Retail Payment


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4 years ago

5 ways AI is doing good in the world right now

WEF | Sean Fleming | Jul 14, 2021 In the wake of the pandemic, a growing number of businesses are speeding up plans to adopt AI and automation, according to the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2020. As humans and technology increasingly work together, here are five examples of the range of applications


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4 years ago

KPMG Report: Canada attracts record $4.8 billion in fintech investment in H1’21: how high can it go by year end?

KPMG | Aug 12, 2021 Total fintech investment in Canada skyrocketed to $4.8 billion in the first half of the year, already surpassing the previous annual record, set in 2017. Canada saw robust M&A deal value in H1’21, drive primarily by Nasdaq’s acquisition of cybersecurity firm Verafin for $2.7 billion, and a number of smaller


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