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Financial Institutions and Regulators Alike are Showing Growing Interest in Fintech and Regtech Solutions.

Financial Institutions and Regulators Alike are Showing Growing Interest in Fintech and Regtech Solutions.

Thompson Reuters | Zach Warren  | Feb 7, 2023 As more and more financial services firms utilize fintech and regtech tools to make their operations more efficient and effective, regulators are too According to TRRI’s Fintech, Regtech and the Role of Compliance in 2023 survey report, which surveyed global financial services institutions about their fintech


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Kraken (Payward Inc.) in Advanced Stages of SEC Unregistered Securities Probe

Kraken (Payward Inc.) in Advanced Stages of SEC Unregistered Securities Probe

BNN Bloomberg | Allyson Versprille | Feb 8, 2023 Kraken (legal name Payward Inc.), one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, is embroiled in a probe by a top US financial regulator over whether it broke securities rules related to certain offerings to American clients The Securities and Exchange Commission probe into whether Kraken offered


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Formula for Building Fintech Companies with Resilient Valuations

Formula for Building Fintech Companies with Resilient Valuations

BCV | Sarahinkfuss and Tina Dimitrova | Feb 7, 2023 We share this analysis with the hope that our findings can inform and encourage the many talented founders and management teams building fintech companies. Do not let the volatility of the past three years obscure the greater arc of the fintech story: we are in


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Rollovers from a 401(k) plan to an IRA: Weigh these 7 factors first

Rollovers from a 401(k) plan to an IRA: Weigh these 7 factors first

A rollover may sound like a simple task. But there are many pros and cons to consider, and mistakes can be costly.

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How Do You Secure Trade Online?

How Do You Secure Trade Online?

Guest Post | Feb 9, 2023 With more and more people using online platforms, online trading has become a big business today. While trading online has many benefits, it always exposes you to many dangers. Protecting your online trades from emerging cyber threats is important by following secure practices. In this article, we have talked


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Tips on How to Approach Funding in the Current Market

Tips on How to Approach Funding in the Current Market

FastCompany | Leslie Feinzaig | Feb 6, 2023 There was a moment last spring when startup founders across the globe experienced a sudden collective whiplash. It was the Great Venture Capital Reset of 2022, when fundraising activity screeched to a halt after running fast and hot for the longest bull market in VC history. Data


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Kraken Agrees to $30 million Settlement with SEC and Stops U.S. Customer Staking Program

Kraken Agrees to $30 million Settlement with SEC and Stops U.S. Customer Staking Program

Yahoo Finance | Jennifer Schonberger and David Hollerith | Feb 9, 2023 Crypto exchange Kraken is paying $30 million to settle charges Thursday with the Securities and Exchange Commission for allegedly violating securities rules by failing to register its crypto asset staking-as-a-service program with the SEC. Asked whether the SEC was moving to eliminate staking


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How small businesses are fighting inflated credit card swipe fees

How small businesses are fighting inflated credit card swipe fees

Credit card swipe fees have more than doubled over the last decade, leading some business owners to look for new and creative ways to claw back their profits.

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These 10 metro areas are the most 'rent burdened' in the U.S. — New York City comes in at No. 1

These 10 metro areas are the most 'rent burdened' in the U.S. — New York City comes in at No. 1

New York is the most "rent-burdened" metro area in the U.S., according to a new report from Moody's Analytics.

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Here are the top 10 states with the cheapest four-year public colleges for in-state students

Here are the top 10 states with the cheapest four-year public colleges for in-state students

If picking a college comes down to the financial bottom line, then an in-state public school is often the best deal.

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President Biden calls on Congress to crack down on 'junk fees'

President Biden calls on Congress to crack down on 'junk fees'

In his State of the Union, Biden called on Congress to pass the Junk Fees Prevention Act to reduce unexpected charges from banks and other service providers.

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Crowdfund Capital Advisors Drop 2022 Investment Crowdfunding Report:  7 Charts Highlight Growth and Impact

Crowdfund Capital Advisors Drop 2022 Investment Crowdfunding Report: 7 Charts Highlight Growth and Impact

Crowdfund Capital Advisors | Sherwood Neiss | Feb 8, 2023 2022 was a challenging year for venture-back companies but there were many silver linings for investment crowdfunding.  Last week, Crowdfund Capital Advisors released their 7th annual Year in Review report. 105-page report (our longest yet) contains 100 charts, tables, images, and maps. Pitchbook Angel/Seed deals


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Reverse Mortgage Debt Skyrockets 31% YoY Among Canadian Seniors

Reverse Mortgage Debt Skyrockets 31% YoY Among Canadian Seniors

Better Dwelling | Daniel Wong | Feb 6, 2023 Reverse mortgage debt has recently surged in growth, with the debt rising at an unusual fast rate for any credit segment. Canadian homeowners aren’t shy about cashing in on their windfall, especially seniors. Regulatory filings with OSFI, Canada’s bank regulator, show reverse mortgage debt surged in


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3 years ago
Here are the top 10 cheapest four-year public colleges for in-state students

Here are the top 10 cheapest four-year public colleges for in-state students

If picking a college comes down to the financial bottom line, then an in-state public school is often the best deal.

3 years ago
7 Tips if You Want to Become a Software Developer

7 Tips if You Want to Become a Software Developer

Guest Post | Feb 8, 2023 Software development is a perfect career path for STEM students. It's a fast-evolving industry that needs thinkers with good problem-solving skills and a passion for fresh tech solutions. Even if you are studying a major that can secure your place in the industry, you can learn from different places.


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