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Credit card debt tops $1.28 trillion — consistent with ‘K-shaped’ economic divide, New York Fed research shows

Collectively, Americans owe $1.28 trillion on their credit cards, according to a new report by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.

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OpenAI Tests Ads Inside ChatGPT Free Tiers

Feb 9, 2026 | NCFA Fintech Market Activity | Platform Monetization and AI Infrastructure Conversational AI Expands Monetization With Advertising Layer On February 9 2026, OpenAI began testing ads in ChatGPT in the United States for logged in adult users on the Free and Go subscription tiers. OpenAI says Plus, Pro, Business, Enterprise, and Education


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Michael Saylor downplays Strategy credit risk as bitcoin tumbles: 'We'll refinance the debt'

Strategy plans to continue refinancing its debt and buying bitcoin, even as the token tumbles, CEO Michael Saylor said Tuesday on CNBC's "Squawk Box."

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How affordability led to a chasm between stock prices, consumer optimism

The stock market has rallied ever higher in recent years while consumer optimism has plummeted. Economists cite affordability as a key reason.

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Montreal Joins Provincial Bids For Global DSR Bank Platform

February 9, 2026 | NCFA Fintech Insight | Strategic Finance and Infrastructure Montreal Joins Provincial Bids for Global Defence Finance Platform On February 3 2026, Montreal International promoted the Defence Security and Resilience Bank initiative as part of its effort to position Montreal as a potential hub for a global defence finance platform focused on


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Student loan complaints hit record high, CFPB finds — but the watchdog agency omits details

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's latest student loan report cites a record number of complaints from borrowers but leaves out certain information.

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Fintech Ads At Super Bowl LX Reveal Trust Playbook

Fintech Super Bowl | February 9, 2026 Fintech Buys Prime Time Trust On February 8, 2026, Super Bowl LX took place at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara. The night also pulled in a wider culture audience with Bad Bunny headlining the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show. In crypto, the footprint looked far smaller


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Following Super Bowl ad, Trump accounts launch a new sign-up option

Trump accounts now have another signup option following a Super Bowl ad that aired on Sunday. Here's what families need to know.

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Some student loan borrowers wait over a year in public servant debt forgiveness backlog

More than 83,000 federal student loan borrowers are waiting for a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Buyback application decision. What experts say to do while in line.

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Y Combinator Reinstates Canada After Policy Backlash

Feb 9, 2026 | NCFA Fintech Market Activity | Ecosystem and Capital Capital Access And Founder Incorporation Strategy On January 26 2026, Y Combinator removed Canada from its standard deal terms, limiting eligibility for startups incorporated domestically. Within days, it reinstated Canada after founder backlash, restoring access under its typical investment framework, which details how


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Trump’s 'big beautiful bill' may spur significant changes to higher education in 2026 and the rise of 'un-college,' experts say

The trend toward a two-year degree or even shorter-term credential — also dubbed "un-college" — will gain steam in 2026, experts say. 

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Top Wall Street analysts like these stocks for long-term growth potential

In recent earnings, some companies proved their ability to capitalize on solid growth opportunities offered by the ongoing AI boom through strong execution.

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Buffett Watch: Berkshire Hathaway outperforms this week as tech stocks sink

Berkshire Hathaway's stock outperformed the benchmark S&P 500 stock index this week as investors sought safety from tech selling.

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Fivespan brings amicable activism to Appian in a bid to lift the share price and build value

The activist firm prefers to take a "behind the scenes" approach when it works with a portfolio company.

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Berkshire Hathaway outperforms this week as tech stocks sink

Berkshire Hathaway's stock outperformed the benchmark S&P 500 stock index this week as investors sought safety from tech selling.

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