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A ‘double whammy': Consumers are feeling the pain of rising interest rates and ballooning credit card debt, economist says

A ‘double whammy': Consumers are feeling the pain of rising interest rates and ballooning credit card debt, economist says

Consumers are now paying higher prices for everyday expenses and coughing up more in interest on their credit cards.

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How soaring inflation may deliver a higher tax bill — especially for retirees, homeowners and high-earners

How soaring inflation may deliver a higher tax bill — especially for retirees, homeowners and high-earners

As the cost of living surges, Americans wrestle with higher prices on day-to-day costs. But higher taxes can be a sneaky added expense, especially for retirees.

4 years ago
What Will Gaming and Video Entertainment Be Like in 2030?

What Will Gaming and Video Entertainment Be Like in 2030?

McKinsey & Company | Jacomo Corbo, Jonathan Dunn, Tom Svrcek, and Kristi Tausk   | Jun 29, 2022 McKinsey experts predict that video entertainment, in all its forms, will become more immersive, gamified, and personalized A decade from now, what we watch—as well as how and where we watch it—could be dramatically different. Four McKinsey


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How small businesses are fighting inflation and fear of a recession

How small businesses are fighting inflation and fear of a recession

They survived pandemic to battle inflation. Next up for small businesses: dealing with what recession could mean for their bottom line and growth opportunities.

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Different Legal Rules Every Entrepreneur Should Learn

Different Legal Rules Every Entrepreneur Should Learn

Jul 18, 2022 As an entrepreneur, you're probably used to wearing a lot of hats. You're the CEO, the marketing director, the salesperson, and sometimes even the janitor. But one role you may not have considered is that of a legal expert. After all, as the business owner, it's up to you to make sure


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Adjusting to the new Labour Market

Adjusting to the new Labour Market

McMinsey & Company | Jul 15, 2022 Workers are still leaving in droves Much has changed in the business world since early 2020, but one trend has remained constant: people keep leaving their jobs in droves. In fact, 40 percent of workers McKinsey recently surveyed say they’re thinking about leaving their positions in the next


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4 years ago
Having a Financial Plan Is More Important Than You Think – Here’s Why

Having a Financial Plan Is More Important Than You Think – Here’s Why

Jul 18, 2022 Most people know they should have a financial plan, but very few actually take the time to create one. There are many reasons why having a financial plan is more important than you may think, and in this post, we will explore some of them. We will also provide tips on how


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Analysis:  Does Bill C-27 Reflect Lessons Learned from Past Public Outcry?  Data Sharing for Public Good

Analysis: Does Bill C-27 Reflect Lessons Learned from Past Public Outcry? Data Sharing for Public Good

Tersa Scassa | | Jul 11, 2022 [Note: This is my third in a series of posts on the new Bill C-27 which will reform private sector data protection law in Canada and which will add a new Artificial Intelligence and Data Act. The previous two posts addressed consent and de-identification/anonymization.] In 2018 a furore


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Investors want to 'minimize uncertainty,' says behavioral finance expert, but 3 strategies can help them adapt quickly

Investors want to 'minimize uncertainty,' says behavioral finance expert, but 3 strategies can help them adapt quickly

The first half of this year ushered in market tumult, hot inflation and rising interest rates. Here's how to prepare for what the rest of 2022 may bring.

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U.S. Ethics Office:  Federal Employees Are Banned From Drafting Crypto Policy if Invested

U.S. Ethics Office: Federal Employees Are Banned From Drafting Crypto Policy if Invested

CoinDesk | Cheyenne Ligon | Jul 6, 2022 A new legal advisory notice from the Office of Government Ethics disallows federal workers who own crypto from working on policies that could influence the value of their digital assets. U.S. officials who are personally invested in cryptocurrencies are now disqualified from working on crypto-related policy and


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[Event Jul 19]:  Liquid Avatar Technologies presents its 2022 Summer Showcase July 19, 2022, at 12 pm Eastern Time

[Event Jul 19]: Liquid Avatar Technologies presents its 2022 Summer Showcase July 19, 2022, at 12 pm Eastern Time

Liquid Avatar Technologies | Cara Buckspan | Jul 17, 2022 TORONTO, ON / ACCESSWIRE / July 18, 2022 / Liquid Avatar Technologies Inc. (CSE:LQID)(OTCQB:LQAVF)(FRA:4T51) ("Company"), a global blockchain and FinTech solutions company focused on digital identity, integrated avatars, and the Metaverse, announces its Liquid Avatar Technologies Summer Showcase 2022 on Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at


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[Liquid Avatar Event Jul 19]:  What is the Metaverse and why is it important to the future of Digital Identity, Consumers & Businesses?

[Liquid Avatar Event Jul 19]: What is the Metaverse and why is it important to the future of Digital Identity, Consumers & Businesses?

Liquid Avatar Technologies | Cara Buckspan | Jul 17, 2022 Details and updates about digital identity, avatars, NFT and other credentials and the metaverse. You won't want to miss this! Register for this free event --> Now   The National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association (NCFA Canada) is a financial innovation ecosystem that provides education, market


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4 years ago
Canada’s Competition Consultation Continues (thanks Senator Colin Deacon)

Canada’s Competition Consultation Continues (thanks Senator Colin Deacon)

Senator Colin Deacon | Jul 17, 2022 In a continuing effort to ensure Canada has an effective and impactful competition law framework, Senator Wetson initiated a consultation to promote additional dialogue on paths forward for Canadian competition law in October 2021. This consultation was intended to inform future parliamentary consideration of the Competition Act in


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Regulators Stand in the Way of What Canadians Want:  More Competition in Banking

Regulators Stand in the Way of What Canadians Want: More Competition in Banking

Financial Post OpEd | Vass Bednar | Jul 13, 2022 A responsive regulatory environment is needed to allow technology-driven financial services firms to thrive The crypto crash and fintech’s reality check through reduced valuations are obscuring a powerful reminder that while everyday people are hungry for competition in broader banking services, the corresponding legislative infrastructure


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4 years ago
Most small business owners don't do the math on their most valuable asset

Most small business owners don't do the math on their most valuable asset

Entrepreneurs are told a key to success is to 'know your numbers,' but when it comes to the valuation of their own businesses, that figure is often a mystery.

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