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Why Social Security is so important for women: ‘It all comes down to longevity,’ expert says

Why Social Security is so important for women: ‘It all comes down to longevity,’ expert says

Women live to age 79, on average, about six years longer than men. That makes guaranteed income sources such as Social Security especially valuable.

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Tech Takeoff: Role of Emerging Tech in Venture Capital

Tech Takeoff: Role of Emerging Tech in Venture Capital

Venture capitalists (VCs) are no strangers to the fast-paced and dynamic nature of their industry. Emerging technologies have the potential to not only shape the startups VCs invest in but can also playing a role in augmenting and simplifying the … Continue reading

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Here are 3 key things to know with one month until the tax deadline

Here are 3 key things to know with one month until the tax deadline

There's just one month until the federal tax-filing deadline for most taxpayers. Here are three key things to know before submitting your return.

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'Take the emotion out of investing' during a presidential election year, strategist says. What to do instead

'Take the emotion out of investing' during a presidential election year, strategist says. What to do instead

Trying to time the stock market during a presidential election year could cost investors. Here's how to stay the course.

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What kind of 'Barbie' are you? Here are the Barbieland jobs that most real-life women hold, according to government data

What kind of 'Barbie' are you? Here are the Barbieland jobs that most real-life women hold, according to government data

The Barbies in "Barbie" are Supreme Court justices, journalists, athletes and doctors. New government data shows how many women are employed in these jobs.

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How doomsday preppers made gold and silver precious end-of-the-world assets

How doomsday preppers made gold and silver precious end-of-the-world assets

Retail giant Costco has added silver to its items after seeing gold bars quickly sell out. Doomsday preppers are fueling demand while fearing climate change.

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U.S. Court Orders Binance CZ to Surrender Canadian Passport

U.S. Court Orders Binance CZ to Surrender Canadian Passport

CZ | March 14, 2024 Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, has been ordered by a U.S. district court to surrender his Canadian passport As reported in the WSJ, this move comes as part of revised bail conditions amidst ongoing legal challenges facing Zhao.  The court's decision was influenced by the Ministry of Justice's request,


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Gold and silver: Why doomsday assets are now hot sale items

Gold and silver: Why doomsday assets are now hot sale items

Retail giant Costco has added silver to its items after seeing gold bars quickly sell out. Doomsday preppers are fueling demand while fearing climate change.

2 years ago
CSA Backs New Sustainability Disclosure Standards

CSA Backs New Sustainability Disclosure Standards

Policy | March 14, 2024 Canadian Regulators Advance Sustainability Disclosure Standards On March 13, 2024, the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) endorsed the Canadian Sustainability Standards Board's (CSSB) consultation on the inaugural Canadian Sustainability Disclosure Standards 1 and 2 which integrates sustainability into the fabric of Canadian financial reporting setting a new benchmark for responsible investment


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Renters face a competitive spring market: What to know about 3 kinds of properties you may see

Renters face a competitive spring market: What to know about 3 kinds of properties you may see

If you're considering entering the rental market this year, you might come across different property types available for rent. Here's what to consider.

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Here's when the Fed is likely to start cutting interest rates, according to investment strategists

Here's when the Fed is likely to start cutting interest rates, according to investment strategists

The U.S. central bank will likely reduce its benchmark interest rate by 0.75 percentage points to 1 point this year and achieve a "soft landing," experts said.

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College is still worth it, research finds — although these majors have the lowest rate of return

College is still worth it, research finds — although these majors have the lowest rate of return

Earning a degree is almost always worthwhile, research shows, but some majors pay off more than others.

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How GenAI Is Transforming Risk and Compliance in Banking

How GenAI Is Transforming Risk and Compliance in Banking

AI Banking Insights | March 13, 2024 Generative AI: Transforming Risk and Compliance in Banking As outlined by McKinsey, Generative AI (GENAI) is destined to completely transform risk management and compliance in the banking sector.  The technology will streamline operations and enhance the strategic capabilities of financial institutions by automating tasks, improving decision-making, and fostering


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SEC Adopts New Climate Disclosure Rules, Excluding Scope 3

SEC Adopts New Climate Disclosure Rules, Excluding Scope 3

Regulation | March 13, 2024 SEC's New Climate Disclosure Rules Will Be A Game Changer for Investors The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently adopted new rules aimed at enhancing and standardizing climate-related disclosures by public companies and in public offerings (after receiving 24,000 comment letters).  This move is a response to the growing


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U.S. Expanding Access to Capital Act Boosts Startup Funding

U.S. Expanding Access to Capital Act Boosts Startup Funding

Policy | March 13, 2024 New legislation in the U.S. opens doors for startup investment The House of Representatives has recently passed the Expanding Access to Capital Act, an important piece of legislation sponsored by Patrick McHenry, which aims to streamline and enhance the funding process for entrepreneurs and startups. The bill was approved with


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