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Common Pitfalls: Mistakes in Venture Capital Investing

Common Pitfalls: Mistakes in Venture Capital Investing

Venture capital investing is an exciting way to invest in startups but also carries a significant amount of risk. For every startup that becomes the next Google or Reddit, there are countless others that fail. While the allure of high … Continue reading


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1 year ago
Canadian Tech Open Letter to Defend Diversity & Inclusion

Canadian Tech Open Letter to Defend Diversity & Inclusion

Advocacy | Feb 28, 2025 A Call to Action for Canada’s Tech Industry - Defending DEI The Canadian tech industry is facing a critical moment in responding to the push back against diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives otherwise known as 'DEI'.  Almost 1000 tech and innovation founders, executives, and investors have signed an open letter


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As the price of bitcoin falls, you can leverage this tax 'loophole,' experts say

As the price of bitcoin falls, you can leverage this tax 'loophole,' experts say

With the price of bitcoin down from a record high in January, there could be opportunities for a tax break, experts say.

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Americans are suffering from 'sticker shock' — here’s how to adjust

Americans are suffering from 'sticker shock' — here’s how to adjust

After years of inflation, most Americans are experiencing sticker shock, a recent report found. Setting a spending plan can help with the stress of high prices.

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In wake of southern California wildfires, a diverse small business community looks to rebuild

In wake of southern California wildfires, a diverse small business community looks to rebuild

Business owners in Altadena hope to see the diverse community that their organizations thrived in rise from the ashes.

1 year ago
How Canadian Institutional Investors Voted on Climate 2024

How Canadian Institutional Investors Voted on Climate 2024

Climate Report | Feb 27, 2025 Institutional Investors in Canada Show Mixed Climate Commitments The organization Investors for Paris Compliance recently published their 2024 Canadian Climate Voting Record (14 page PDF report), which tracks how Canadian institutional investors voted on climate-related shareholder proposals.  While Canadian investor support for climate resolutions increased to nearly 65% in


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1 year ago
1 in 5 Americans are 'doom spending' — here's how that can backfire

1 in 5 Americans are 'doom spending' — here's how that can backfire

"Doom spending," or spending money despite economic and geopolitical worries, is an increasingly common way to cope with stress.

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State Street, Apollo team up to launch first of its kind private credit ETF

State Street, Apollo team up to launch first of its kind private credit ETF

Wall Street is eager to provide access to private equity and credit to the masses, and ETFs are the obvious wrapper.

1 year ago
Trump, Musk float idea of $5,000 'DOGE dividend' checks. Here's what experts say

Trump, Musk float idea of $5,000 'DOGE dividend' checks. Here's what experts say

As the Department of Government Efficiency looks to make massive spending cuts, there's talk of sending some of the money back to Americans.

1 year ago
Brookings Event March 5 – North American Trade and USMCA

Brookings Event March 5 – North American Trade and USMCA

Brookings Institute | Feb 27, 2025 USMCA Forward 2025 Mapping the Future of North American Trade North American trade is at a critical juncture, and businesses need to be ready. The USMCA (United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement) or CUSMA (Canadian-United-States-Mexico Agreement as it's known in Canada) is expected to be reviewed in July 2026, and new U.S.


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1 year ago
Thinking of not filing your tax return amid IRS cutbacks? Penalties can be costly, experts say

Thinking of not filing your tax return amid IRS cutbacks? Penalties can be costly, experts say

As the IRS faces cutbacks, some taxpayers are weighing whether to file returns this season. But penalties can be costly, experts say.

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You can still lower your 2024 tax bill or boost your refund with these moves

You can still lower your 2024 tax bill or boost your refund with these moves

There's still time to lower your 2024 tax bill or boost your refund with these three strategies, experts say. Here's what to know.

1 year ago
Trump administration removes student loan repayment applications from Education Department website

Trump administration removes student loan repayment applications from Education Department website

The Trump administration has taken down the applications for popular student loan repayment plans from the U.S. Department of Education's website.

1 year ago
SEC says most meme coins are not securities

SEC says most meme coins are not securities

The Securities and Exchange Commission issued guidance Thursday evening saying it does not deem most meme coins securities under U.S. federal law.

1 year ago
Balancing AI Automation and Ethics in Fintech

Balancing AI Automation and Ethics in Fintech

AI | Feb 27, 2025 AI Tools and Integrations in Fintech: Where It Works and Where It Doesn't The rise of AI integrations in financial technology has transformed compliance, fraud detection, and customer interactions. However, these tools can also present risks, from privacy concerns to algorithmic bias, leading to regulatory scrutiny and reputational damage. Recent


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