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AI Robo-lawyer is Set for Its First U.S. Court Case

Gizmodo | Lauren Leffer | Jan 9, 2023 The AI legal assistant has helped people contest parking tickets, now it's leveling up to the courtroom—and the judge doesn't know. An AI-based legal advisor is set to play the role of a lawyer in an actual court case for the first time. Via an earpiece, the


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Foresight Lab: Embracing Uncertainty and Connecting Dots to the Future

McMaster University | Kaleigh Wisman | Dec 13, 2023 An innovative program at the DeGroote School of Business is taking an alternative approach, exploring and preparing for multiple future scenarios. Known as foresight thinking, this perspective has gained traction in business and government settings, and is something Canada and the world need now more than


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When Social Security beneficiaries can expect first checks of 2023 to include 8.7% cost-of-living adjustment

More than 65 million Social Security beneficiaries are getting a boost to their benefits this month. Here's when you can expect those payments.

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What borrowers need to know about Biden's proposed student loan repayment plan, which could cut some payments in half

The Biden administration has rolled out a new proposal to dramatically lower monthly payments for federal student loan borrowers.

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Ottawa Homeowners Need Relief

Guest Post | Jan 11, 2023 You don’t need to be an avid newspaper reader to know that the cost of living is rising everywhere. Cities across North America are increasingly expensive, and Ottawa is no different. With interest rates and inflation impacting the lives of Ontario residents, homeowners need a few ways to stabilize


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Mega Millions jackpot is $1.1 billion. How big winners can prep for 'the inevitable asking for money' from family, friends

While winning can make you a target for people seeking to benefit from your newfound wealth, there are ways to minimize the requests for money.

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Americans lean more on credit cards as expenses stay high: 46% of cardholders now carry debt from month to month

More Americans carry credit card debt from month to month as living expenses stay high, according to a new report by Bankrate.

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Biden administration proposes new student loan repayment plan that could cut some payments in half

The U.S. Department of Education proposed regulations on Tuesday that would reduce the monthly bills for certain federal student loan borrowers.

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Hong Kong’s Finance Regulator Says ‘Blocks are Ready’ to Grow Digital Asset Ecosystem

Coindesk | Lavender Au | Jan 10, 2023 While the industry has known for a while that a regulatory framework was incoming, it did not expect the shift in stance. Many of the stalls and panels at FinTech Week were related to the metaverse, and top regulators came out in force to advocate for the


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House Republicans vote to strip IRS funding, following pledge to repeal nearly $80 billion approved by Congress

House Republicans on Monday night voted to slash funding for the IRS, following a pledge to repeal the nearly $80 billion approved by Congress last year. 

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Coinbase is Cutting 950 Employees (20%) | Brother of Former Employee 10 months Sentence for Insider Trading

Reuters | Manya Saini and Niket Nishant | Jan 10, 2023 Coinbase Global Inc said on Tuesday it will cut about 950 jobs, or 20% of its workforce, as part of a restructuring plan that marks the third round of layoffs for the cryptocurrency exchange since last year. The company, whose shares were up 3.3%


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Approaching age 62? What you need to know about Social Security's 8.7% cost-of-living adjustment and claiming benefits

If you're tempted to claim Social Security retirement benefits early, experts say it may be wiser to wait.

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PBOC Restructures Ant Group: Jack Ma to Lose Control

BBC | Tom Espiner | Jan 8, 2023 The billionaire founder of Ant Group, Jack Ma, is to give up control of the Chinese fintech giant after a regulatory crackdown, and will own just 6% (down from over 50%) after restructuring. 2 year forced restructuring and $1B fine: Ant Group runs Alipay, the main online


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How to retire with $2 million if you make $100,000 per year

Retiring with $2 million on an annual salary of $100,000 might seem out of reach, but it's certainly possible. CNBC's Emily Lorsch breaks it all down.

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If you want higher pay, your chances are better now than in 6 months, says expert: ‘Make your moves as soon as possible’

A strong labor market means employees have the upper hand. But that may not last for long, experts say.

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