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Education Department agrees to cancel $6 billion in debt for some 200,000 student loan borrowers

The U.S. Department of Education has agreed to cancel the student loans of around 200,000 people who had brought a class action lawsuit.

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Ripple Opens Its First Canadian Office, A Key Engineering Hub

Ripple | Jun 22, 2022 Driving Crypto Innovation Through Top Engineering Talent in Canada Today we announced the opening of our new office in Toronto that will serve as a key engineering hub. The new office will be our first in Canada, supporting our continued growth in North America and beyond. We plan to initially


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Tax return backlog is still 'crushing the IRS’ — and taxpayers — as pileup exceeds 21 million, agency watchdog reports

The IRS backlog of tax returns has swelled to over 21 million, despite efforts to clear the pileup, according to a watchdog report.

2 years ago

Proposed changes to retirement system get approval from Senate committee, setting stage for potential passage of ‘Secure 2.0’ this year

The so-called EARN Act received unanimous approval from the Senate Finance Committee on Wednesday, making it more likely that 'Secure 2.0' will clear Congress.

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One of Biggest Bitcoin Mining Firms in Canada, Bitfarms, to Adjust HOLD Strategy

U.Today | Arman Shirinyan | Jun 21, 2022 A global Bitcoin self-mining company, Bitfarms based in Canada, is now "adjusting its HODL strategy" according to the press release to add more liquidity and strengthen its balance sheet. Reportedly, the company has sold 3,000 BTC for approximately $62 million at the average price of $20,600. The


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2 years ago

High inflation has 58% of people nervous about their savings, survey finds. One trick may help you boost your emergency cash

The percentage of people who are uncomfortable with the money they have set aside is now 58%, up from 44% two years ago, a new Bankrate.com survey finds.

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Justin Hartzman: Unveiling the Celsius and 3 Arrows Capital implosions

Justin Hartzman on Medium | Jun 22, 2022 The markets have been absolutely brutal. Over the last month, we have seen a stablecoin provider, a leading lending provider, and one of the biggest crypto hedge funds implode entirely. We have discussed Terra’s implosion in the past. Today, let’s focus on Celsius and 3 Arrows Capital


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2 years ago

With or without a federal gas tax holiday, here are 4 ways to save money at the pump

President Biden asked Congress to suspend the federal gas tax to provide some relief for drivers. Even without a bill, there are ways to cut costs at the pump.

2 years ago

What’s next for crypto?

Bitvo | Tristram Waye | Jun 23, 2022 Right now, crypto is in transition, and this is the perfect time to be reflecting on what the next big thing might be. And as traders and players in the space, thinking about what’s ahead is the key to identifying that next big thing. Which reminded me


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2 years ago

Suze Orman: Series I bonds are the one investment every person should have right now

Personal finance expert Suze Orman calls nearly risk-free government series I bonds "a fabulous investment" to have amid record high inflation.

2 years ago

This is what women must do to overcome the retirement savings shortfall, says a financial pro

A financial pro shares her top tips to to shore up a long-term plan and close the retirement savings gap, once and for all.

2 years ago

How likely are stimulus checks to be used in the next recession? Economists weigh in

Stimulus checks were used at a larger scale during the pandemic-era recession than ever before. Why Americans could the payments again in the next downturn.

2 years ago

As 529 plan balances shrink, parents may want to consider this investment to build college savings

The average 529 plan balance has shrunk in recent month. Some financial advisors say I bonds may be worth considering as an alternative.

2 years ago

100 million adults have health-care debt — and 12% of them owe $10,000 or more

A new study shows that health-care debt — both medical and dental — is more widespread than previously thought.

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IRS is making progress on tax return backlog, but millions still remain unprocessed

The IRS is making progress on its backlog of unprocessed tax returns, but millions remain, according to the agency.

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