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EQ Bank Buys PC Financial In A Strategic Growth Move

Fintech M&A | December 5, 2025 EQB Acquires PC Financial to Build Large Loyalty Banking Platform and Strengthen Competition On December 3 2025 EQB Inc (EQ Bank) announced that it will buy PC Financial from Loblaw in an estimated $800 million transaction, bringing more than 2 million active PC Mastercard accounts, $5.8 billion in assets


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Trends and Industries to Watch 2026

With 2025 coming to a close, investors may be wondering what industries could take the spotlight in 2026. Which industries should investors keep an eye on as the year begins? 2025 saw advancements in defense tech, artificial intelligence, clean energy, … Continue reading


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Social Security changes on the table as House bills advance: New retirement age terms, more ID theft services

How the Social Security Administration describes retirement claiming ages and handles certain identity theft cases may be poised to change.

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Tokenized stocks offer new opportunities for investors, but carry unique risks

Tokenized stocks are gaining ground among investors, but experts warn the rewards of investing in the emerging asset class come with plenty of potential risks.

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'Trump accounts' could give your child up to $1,000 for free. Your top questions, answered

'Trump accounts' could give your child up to $1,000 for free. Here are the key things to know before opening one.

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OPC Launches Review of PIPEDA Guidance Development

Privacy | Dec 4, 2025 OPC Guidance Modernization Reaches A Turning Point On December 2 2025, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) launched a guidance modernization consultation to gather feedback on how it should create future guidance for organizations under PIPEDA. The announcement links to the Draft Policy on PIPEDA Guidance Consultations, which


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Tokenwell Partners with Talos for New Crypto Basket

Crypto | December 4, 2025 Tokenwell Expands Talos Partnership To Develop A New Institutional Crypto Basket On December 4 2025, Tokenwell Platforms Inc announced an expanded partnership with Talos to develop a proprietary crypto basket using the Coin Metrics Multi Asset Series Methodology, which uses clear data rules to help the basket protect value and adjust


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The first step workers should take after a layoff, as job losses soar

Losing a job can be among the worst life events. There is one thing you'll want to do first: Apply for unemployment benefits, experts say.

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Revolut’s $75 Billion Valuation and New Canada Plans

Fintech | Dec 4, 2025 Revolut Enjoys Strong Global Growth and Begins New Path For a More Complete Return to Canada On November 24 2025, Revolut announced a company valuation of $75 billion following a major secondary share sale. Revenue grew by 72% in 2024 and profit before tax increased by 149%. Retail customers reached


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Politics is now Americans' No. 1 money worry, financial planners say

Heading into 2026, the political environment has become the top concern clients are raising with their advisor, according to a new report by the CFP Board.

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EP #540 The Kickstarter Strategy Behind a $250K Launch | SomniBuds

What if a sleep gadget could transform your nights without ever needing a charge? Most creators start with a problem. SomniBuds started with a motorcycle communication issue and evolved into battery-free sleep earbuds that play audio all night, powered by a magnetic pad under your pillow. In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified Podcast, host Salvador Briggman sits down with Keith Phillips and Charles, the founders of SomniBuds, who raised $251,537 on Kickstarter with more than 800 backers. SomniBuds didn’t rely on gimmicks or viral stunts. They focused on solving a real problem, creating a high-quality product, and engaging early supporters before launch. Keith and Charles share the strategies that helped them gain early traction, build trust with backers, and execute a successful crowdfunding campaign. In this episode, Keith and Charles share: How a motorcycle […]


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KYC Automation and Digital Identity for Betting Platforms

December 3, 2025 FinTech and new authentication technologies are impacting how online betting sites follow the rules. They are defining a speedier and more trustworthy standard.  Instead of slow human inspections, operators now employ AI-driven verification that happens right away. That renders the process speedier and safer for both players and platforms such as a


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Tokenized Infrastructure Is Changing How Markets Operate

Tokenization | December 3, 2025 Tokenization Building Modern Market Infrastructure Worldwide Tokenized infrastructure now appears across everyday financial activity. Shared digital ledgers record ownership directly, and real assets move into programmable formats that speed up settlement, improve transparency and open access to private markets. Growth comes from regulated markets, global banks and high-growth regions that


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Medicare prescription drug costs may change in 2026 — what beneficiaries need to know

For retirees who rely on prescription drugs, experts say it's a good time to evaluate the cost of those treatments for next year.

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Turning to AI for money advice has risks, top-ranked advisor says: 'It's ignoring the personal and emotional part of it'

Americans are turning to artificial intelligence tools for budgeting, investing and tax planning tips. But it's no substitute for a trusted financial advisor.

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