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Bitcoin’s Evolving: The Rise of DeFi on Bitcoin

November 27, 2024 Bitcoin has long been celebrated as a decentralized digital currency and a store of value. However, its functionality has traditionally been limited to peer-to-peer transactions and as a store of value. In recent years, the landscape has shifted with the emergence of Decentralized Finance (DeFi) on Bitcoin, expanding its utility beyond simple


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Early retirement comes as a surprise for many workers, study finds. Here's how to manage that financial shock

Retiring early is the dream for many workers. But many individuals find themselves forced to call it quits because of health, career or family circumstances.

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Renters struggle to build wealth, report finds. Here's how they can boost financial well-being

Renters typically have a much smaller net worth compared with
homeowners in the U.S. Yet, there are ways for tenants to build wealth as they rent.

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Meme Coin Chaos and Wild West of Viral Tokens

Crypto | Nov 26, 2024 Meme Coins, Lawsuits, and the Intersection of Tech, Culture & Finance? Imagine logging onto social media and seeing your favourite viral meme like a cute pet or a celebrity's name turned into a cryptocurrency.  At first it might feel like a quirky corner of internet culture but beneath the surface


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Valour Debuts First Dogecoin ETP in Sweden

Crypto Investing | Nov 26, 2024 Valour Launches First Dogecoin ETP on Sweden's Spotlight Market to Open Doors to New Investors Valour, a subsidiary of DeFi Technologies, has launched the first ever Dogecoin Exchange Traded Product (ETP) in Scandinavia.  The ETP is now listed on Sweden's Spotlight Stock Market which opens up options for investors


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How President-elect Donald Trump's policies may affect investors in these 8 market sectors

President-elect Donald Trump's agenda carries risks and rewards for various investment sectors, market experts said.

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Here's how to maximize your tax breaks for charitable giving

If you're making a gift to charity on Giving Tuesday or over the holiday season, there are ways to maximize your tax break. Here's what to know before donating.

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Renters struggle to build wealth, report finds. Here’s how they can boost financial wellbeing

Renters typically have a much smaller net worth compared to homeowners in the U.S. Yet, there may be ways for current tenants to build wealth as they rent.

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Trump’s Tariffs: Impact on Fintech and Canada’s Digital Tax

Taxes | Nov 26, 2024 Could Cross-border Tax Friction Spill Over Into Digital Services and Fintech? Yesterday, President-elect Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff to be applied to all of Canada's imports into the U.S., sparking plenty of debate.  So far the focus is largely on physical goods like lumber, fuel, aluminum, dairy and food


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How President-elect Donald Trump may impact investors in these 8 market sectors

President-elect Donald Trump's agenda carries risks and rewards for various investment sectors, market experts said.

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M&A Opportunity as Fintech Valuations Drop

Report | Nov 25, 2024 Falling Fintech Valuations Create Opportunities for Strategic Growth According to CB Insight's 2025 Tech Trends Report, valuations for VC backed financial technology companies have declined from a median of $1.7 million (2021) to 1.3 million (2024) per employee.  While this may seem like bad news and it definitely signals a


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Be Part of a Landmark Study Shaping the Future of Fintech

Survey | Nov 26, 2024 Help Shape the Future of FinTech: Join the Global Research Initiative Today! The Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance (CCAF) at the University of Cambridge Judge Business School and the World Economic Forum invite you to participate in the 2nd Future of Global FinTech Research Initiative. This flagship study will provide


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Black Friday is almost here but some sales aren't all they are cracked up to be: Here's what not to buy

Retailers hype Black Friday discounts, but these may not be the best prices of the year, experts say.

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59% of Americans consider this the No. 1 sign of success — it's not wealth

About 59% of surveyed U.S. adults say the ability to spend money on things and activities that make them happy is the top sign of success, a report found.

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Video platform Rumble plans to buy up to $20 million in bitcoin in new treasury strategy

Conservative video platform Rumble said it will begin allocating some of its excess cash reserves to bitcoin and could buy up to $20 million in the crypto.

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