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How this 'Bachelor' star turned reality TV fame into a small influencer fortune

Mari Pepin, a previous contestant from ABC's "The Bachelor" franchise, tells CNBC about the financial side of reality TV stardom.

3 months ago

Crypto Mom & Uyeda Defend Flyfish Club NFTs as Utilities

NFTs | Sep 20, 2024 SEC Commissioners Peirce and Yueda Disagree with Flyfish Club NFT Enforcement Case The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced an enforcement action against Flyfish Club, a company that offered NFT memberships for a private dinner experience. Two SEC commissioners, Hester Peirce and Mark Uyeda, publicly disagreed with the ruling


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3 months ago

Pesky medical bill? Most people don't take a key step to manage that debt, study finds

Most people who don't question potential errors on medical bills think doing so won't get results. Evidence suggests otherwise.

3 months ago

From Crowdfunding to Compliance: Funding Portals vs Broker-Dealers

When making investments, an investor may come across a funding portal or a broker-dealer platform. While both are intermediaries that allow investors to invest in startups, there are many differences in the types of investment opportunities, the standards each must … Continue reading


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3 months ago

Up to $400 to change a lightbulb? Appliance repair costs are no joke

It is not uncommon to learn the cost of repairs is more than the cost to replace an appliance, experts say.

3 months ago

Pesky medical bill? Many people don't take a key step to manage that debt, study finds

Many people who don't question potential errors on medical bills think doing so won't get results. Evidence suggests otherwise.

3 months ago

How AI is Revolutionizing Fintech

Sep 20, 2024 Fintech is evolving at the forefront of financial technology, where every transaction, decision, and innovation is guided by advanced AI tools. Every fintech professional is an integral part of this evolution. This article will explore how artificial intelligence sets the stage for what comes next in fintech. AI Drives Personalized Banking Experiences


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3 months ago

Kraken Responds To SEC Securities Accusations

Sep 20, 2024 In what is becoming a protracted legal battle, Kraken has responded to the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s assertions that the exchange is violating securities laws. The SEC has claimed that Cardano, Algorand, and a host of other assets on the Kraken exchange have securities status, meaning that Kraken is training unregistered


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3 months ago

Beyond Traditional Investments: How Bitcoin Casinos Are Redefining Digital Assets in Canada

Sep 20, 2024 The world around us is evolving so fast. It feels like it was just yesterday that credit cards were invented. We now have wireless routers instead of line and dial-up Internet connections and a completely new world of payment. The cryptocurrency market might replace fiat currencies and banking politics. This will change


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3 months ago

401(k) savers can access one of the 'rare guarantees' in investing, CFP says

Financial advisors often tout a 401(k) match as free money.

3 months ago

From mortgages to auto loans, experts weigh in on when — or if — to refinance as interest rates fall

The Federal Reserve just cut interest rates by a half point. That may open up some refinancing opportunities for borrowers, depending on the type loan.

3 months ago

Microsoft & BlackRock’s $30B Power Play

AI Investment | Sep 19, 2024 Microsoft and BlackRock Team Up to Drive AI Infrastructure Expansion with $30 Billion Partnership Microsoft and BlackRock have formed the Global AI Infrastructure Investment Partnership (GAIIP).  The GAIIP alliance aims to attract $30 billion in private equity initially ($100 billion longer term) to develop and build the energy infrastructure


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3 months ago

Canada Pauses CBDC Plans, Australia Advances Wholesale Focus

CBDCs | Sep 19, 2024 Australia and Canada’s Cautious Approach to Central Bank Digital Currencies The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) recently published a paper on 'Central Bank Digital Currency and the Future of Digital Money' (48 page PDF) and is moving forward with its focus on wholesale Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).  Meanwhile, according


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3 months ago

[CSA for Comment]: Modernizing Continuous Disclosure for Investment Funds

Regulation | Sep 19, 2024 CSA Proposes Key Amendments to Enhance Investment Fund Transparency The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) have proposed key amendments to modernize the continuous disclosure framework for investment funds for 120 day comment closing Jan 17, 2025.  The changes are meant to simplify reporting and reduce regulatory burden and improve the quality


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3 months ago

Navigating off-the-shelf and custom healthcare software options

Sep 19, 2024 The healthcare industry is at the stage where technology plays a pivotal role in improving patient care, streamlining operations, and ensuring regulatory compliance. However, healthcare providers face a critical decision when it comes to implementing software solutions: should they opt for off-the-shelf products or invest in custom-built solutions? This article explores the


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3 months ago