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How Technology Transformed the Online Gaming Experience

Jun 14, 2023 Introduction Online gaming has come a long way since its humble beginnings in the early 1970s. Back then, games were simple text-based affairs that were played on mainframe computers. But as technology has evolved, so too has online gaming. Today, games are incredibly realistic and immersive, and they can be played on


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What does it take to be wealthy? Well-being is a more important measure than money or assets, survey finds

A new Charles Schwab survey finds well-being, not money, has become the leading measure of wealth for most adults today. 

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Retirees’ biggest fear is outliving their assets, research finds. These tips can help

As retirement planning becomes more of an individual responsibility, new research shows workers and retirees are feeling the pressure.

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Here’s the inflation breakdown for May 2023, in one chart

The consumer price index rose at its slowest pace in two years in May, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics said Tuesday.

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The Power of Secondary Markets

Investing in private markets has long been considered an opportunity for investors seeking returns and portfolio diversification. However, one of the challenges faced by private market investors is the lack of liquidity. Unlike public markets, where investors can easily buy … Continue reading

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Benefits Of Outsourcing For Fintech Startups

ScienceSoft | Stacy Dubovik, Financial Technology and Blockchain Researcher| June 13, 2023 Surviving the first few operational years is no easy feat for a fintech startup. According to The Wall Street Journal, as many as 75% of fintech startups supported by venture capital do not succeed. During its first critical years, a startup must focus


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Visa Survey: Insights into Consumer Preferences for Open Banking

Visa Navigate | Jun 13, 2023 Visa’s study highlights the pivotal role of value proposition and consent management in consumer adoption of open banking services, shaped by preferences and distinct consumer personas. A study by Visa underlines the importance of two pillars, value proposition and consent management, in fostering a strong relationship between financial service


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Social Security cost-of-living adjustment may be 2.7% in 2024, new estimate finds

Government data for May shows inflation cooling, and that means Social Security beneficiaries may see a smaller benefit increase next year.

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Firm Size and Innovation: A Double-Edged Sword

New Things Under the Sun | Matt Clancy | Jun 2, 2023 Recent studies highlight that as firms grow in size, their R&D expenditures rise proportionally with sales, but they tend to produce fewer groundbreaking innovations per R&D dollar spent. Large firms, often termed "superfirms", are more focused on incremental innovations, primarily aimed at improving


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IRS: Meet this June 15 deadline to 'avoid a surprise at tax time'

The second-quarter estimated tax deadline for 2023 is June 15. Here's how to avoid a surprise at tax time, according to the IRS.

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From Collapse to Reinvention: The Emergence of a Decentralized Crypto Banking Ecosystem

BNN Bloomberg | Yueqi Yang, Suvashree Ghosh and Emily Nicolle | Jun 9, 2023 After the collapse of Silvergate Capital Corp. and Signature Bank, which previously catered to crypto companies, a new banking landscape is emerging due to the regulatory crackdown in the US. The new banking system for crypto companies is fragmented and less


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Millionaires support raising Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. limits. They may be overlooking ways to access more coverage on deposits now

Several bank failures have prompted investors to want more FDIC coverage on their deposits. While reform could happen, there are ways to boost coverage now.

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Confronting aging: How LGBTQ+ seniors can tackle their special caregiving challenges

Older LGBTQ+ Americans are twice as likely to be single and four times less likely to have children, presenting some special challenges to ensuring elder care.

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How to Unlock Google’s Generative AI Search Feature

Cloudbooklet | Isabel | Jun 9, 2023 Google’s latest offering, unveiled at the Google I/O 2023 conference, takes search to the next level with its Generative AI Search feature. Let’s dive into how you can activate this feature, and the perks that come with it! In the digital age, staying ahead of the curve is


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Russian Duo Charged in Historic Mt. Gox Hack and BTC-e Money Laundering Operation

US DoJ | Release | Jun 9, 2023 Russian nationals Alexey Bilyuchenko and Aleksandr Verner have been charged by the US Justice Department for hacking Mt. Gox, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, and stealing 647,000 bitcoins, as well as illicitly operating the BTC-e exchange for money laundering. Russian Nationals Charged in Mt. Gox Hack: Alexey Bilyuchenko


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