Why is venture capital still ignoring women? The case for investing is clear.
Pioneers Post Tove Ahlström and Sofia Breitholtz Aug 26, 2021 It could take an astonishing 200 years to close the global gender gap, if we continue...
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Stimulus checks and unemployment benefits lowered poverty in 2020, Census says
The supplemental poverty measure, which includes government assistance to low-income individuals, declined to 9.1% in 2020 from 11.8% in 2019.
On the Brink Podcast: George Selgin of the Cato Institute on Stablecoins, Bitcoin and Free Banking
On the Brink Podcast Aug 2, 2021 George Selgin, director of the Center of Monetary Alternatives at the Cato Institute joins the show to discuss Bitcoin,...
Where the UK is heading with Smart Data and why Fintechs want a cross-sectoral access
Innovate Finance Rolf Merchant Sep 7, 2021 Data is a hugely valuable currency in the financial services world. In sufficient quantities and with the knowhow to...
Investor Marc Lasry thinks the big-spending U.S. could be headed for distress
Marc Lasry, who makes his living by investing in distressed companies, thinks the nation's high level of debt could cause problems.
House Democrats’ plan would close tax loophole used by crypto investors
Bitcoin, ethereum, dogecoin and other crypto investors would be subject to the wash-sale rules that apply to stocks if House Democrats' proposal becomes law.
These key policy changes are needed to help Americans retire securely, experts say
Organizations are calling on the Biden administration to help Americans attain a secure retirement.
41% of Americans say it's 'going to take a miracle' to be ready for retirement, report finds
Covid hurt Americans' retirement security. A new ranking looks at which countries fared better, based on finances, health and quality of life.
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment could be at least 6% in 2022
While new Consumer Price Index data signals cooling inflation, the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2022 could be the highest it's been in years.
House Democrats propose top 39.6% tax rate at these income levels
The proposed reform is one of several that would affect taxpayers with income over $400,000 a year.
IRS extends tax relief for Hurricane Ida victims in New York, New Jersey
The IRS has extended tax relief to parts of New York and New Jersey affected by Hurricane Ida.
Cathie Wood’s Ark grants itself power to buy Canadian Bitcoin ETFs
Financial Post Sam Potter and Elaine Chen Sep 13, 2021 Money manager seeking fresh ways to bet on digital assets Cathie Wood’s Ark Investment Management is...
Student loan borrowers 'shouldn't bank on forgiveness.' Here's how to get ready for repayment
Student loan borrowers have been hoping for news of forgiveness. Instead, they're getting reminders from their servicers that the bills will soon resume.
With football betting in full swing, don't forget the IRS will want to know about your winnings
As the number of states offering legalized sports betting continues to rise, so does the number of people who say they plan to bet on football...
Liquid Avatar Technologies Supports Ontario’s Approach to Technology and Standards for Digital Identity
Liquid Avatar Technologies Cara Buckspan Sep 13, 2021 Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI), Interoperability, Open Standards Central to Enabling Liquid Avatar Technologies and Others to Participate in Government’s...