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Venture Capitalists Dislike Women More Than They Like Profit

Venture Capitalists Dislike Women More Than They Like Profit

AltFi | Hannah Duncan  | Aug 22, 2022 It’s enough to make you want to hurl your skinny latte at the wall. Preferably a freshly painted white one. 40 per cent of all early-stage fintechs are led by women. Yet investors – blinded by prejudice - are only willing to part with 4 per cent


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4 years ago
Liquid vs Illiquid Alternative Investments

Liquid vs Illiquid Alternative Investments

Alternative investments are those that fall outside of the traditional ideas of investing and include private equity, venture capital, commodities, real estate, and more. Many investments fall on a spectrum that refers to the investments’ liquidity, or how quickly the … Continue reading →

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How to Promote NFT Collections

How to Promote NFT Collections

Guest Post | Aug 26, 2022 The market for NFTs (non-fungible tokens) is expanding rapidly. Every week, millions of dollars are exchanged for the best NFT projects. But, to promote your collection, you'll need to be active in the most appropriate channels, engage with the right people, and be resourceful in your marketing efforts. In


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Some borrowers can get a refund on pandemic student loan payments — and maximize forgiveness, too. Here’s how

Some borrowers can get a refund on pandemic student loan payments — and maximize forgiveness, too. Here’s how

If you made payments on your federal student loans during the extended payment pause, you can request a refund. For some, doing so may maximize forgiveness.

4 years ago
Pell Grant recipients can get $20,000 in student loan forgiveness instead of $10,000. How to check if you qualify

Pell Grant recipients can get $20,000 in student loan forgiveness instead of $10,000. How to check if you qualify

Of the estimated 43 million borrowers who will benefit from the Biden administration's forgiveness plan, more than 60% are Pell Grant recipients.

4 years ago
Lessons from crypto winter (so far)

Lessons from crypto winter (so far)

For Bitvo by Tristram Waye | Aug 25, 2022 Nobody knows how far we are through crypto winter, but like the previous winter, the building continues. There is lots of cash and talent in the space building, developing and experimenting.  Down markets also reveal numerous valuable lessons. Leverage “don’t get no respect” One lesson is


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Are your student loans eligible for the White House forgiveness plan? What we know

Are your student loans eligible for the White House forgiveness plan? What we know

Here's what we know so far about which student loans are included in President Joe Biden's historic loan forgiveness plan.

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President Biden used student loan reform to 'push the idea that $15 should be the minimum wage,' expert says. Here's how

President Biden used student loan reform to 'push the idea that $15 should be the minimum wage,' expert says. Here's how

President Joe Biden announced student loan forgiveness and other new policies on Wednesday. One is linked to a $15 national minimum wage.

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IRS to refund a 'very welcome' $1.2 billion in late-filing fees for nearly 1.6 million taxpayers

IRS to refund a 'very welcome' $1.2 billion in late-filing fees for nearly 1.6 million taxpayers

The IRS will waive penalties for many Americans who late-filed tax returns during the pandemic. Here's how to know if you qualify.

4 years ago
Digital Asset Classification vs Wire Fraud:  What’s the Most Powerful Law in Crypto Right Now

Digital Asset Classification vs Wire Fraud: What’s the Most Powerful Law in Crypto Right Now

Reuters | Ian McGinley | Aug 23, 2022 Regulation and enforcement in the cryptocurrency space are hot topics, with the debate centered around the complex issue of whether to classify digital assets as securities, commodities, or a separate asset class entirely. In the middle of this debate, the Department of Justice (DOJ) has sent a


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4 years ago
‘It’s a game changer.’ Pell Grant recipients cheer student loan forgiveness, even though not all will qualify

‘It’s a game changer.’ Pell Grant recipients cheer student loan forgiveness, even though not all will qualify

After years of anticipation, borrowers describe their reaction to President Biden's student load debt relief plan.

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Some borrowers can get a refund on pandemic student loan payments — and more forgiveness, too. Here’s how

Some borrowers can get a refund on pandemic student loan payments — and more forgiveness, too. Here’s how

If you made payments on your federal student loans during the extended payment pause, you can request a refund. For some, doing so may boost forgiveness.

4 years ago
Some borrowers can get a student loan payment refund — and potentially boost their forgiveness. Here’s how

Some borrowers can get a student loan payment refund — and potentially boost their forgiveness. Here’s how

If you made payments on your federal student loans during the extended payment pause, you can request a refund. For some, doing so may boost forgiveness.

4 years ago
C.D.Howe Report:  Canada’s Weak Business Investment Threatens Prosperity

C.D.Howe Report: Canada’s Weak Business Investment Threatens Prosperity

C.D.Howe | William Robson and Mawakina Bafale | Aug 16, 2022 Recent high inflation shows starkly that the Canadian economy’s ability to produce goods and services is not keeping up with surging nominal spending. One key suspect in the economy’s disappointing ability to produce is a declining stock of business capital per available worker –


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4 years ago
Here's what President Biden's student loan forgiveness means for your taxes

Here's what President Biden's student loan forgiveness means for your taxes

Borrowers who will benefit from student loan forgiveness won't need to worry about getting hit with a federal tax bill. But they may see other tax consequences.

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