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Privacy Reform: Back to the Drawing Board For C-11?

Fasken | Jennifer Stoddart, Daniel Fabiano and Christopher Fergerson | Jun 9, 2021 On May 27, 2021, Prime Minister Trudeau reappointed Federal Privacy Commissioner Daniel Therrien for another year – and in doing so, sent a signal about the future of the government’s efforts to modernize the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).


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PayPal Will Let Customers Withdraw Crypto, Exec Says

Coindesk | Benedict George | May 26, 2021  "We want them to be able to take the crypto they acquired with us and take it to the destination of their choice," says Jose Fernandez da Ponte. Global payments giant PayPal plans to let users withdraw cryptocurrency to third-party wallets, its blockchain lead said. Speaking Wednesday


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SpaceChain to Deploy Commercial Blockchain Tech With SpaceX Launches in June

Coindesk | Daniel Palmer | May 25, 2021 The blockchain infrastructure provider said having an Ethereum node in space brings physical security when transacting in crypto assets. Decentralized infrastructure provider SpaceChain is expecting to send a number of commercial services into orbit next month. On Tuesday, the firm announced two missions aboard SpaceX Falcon 9


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TechCrunch Founder on Selling His Apartment as an NFT in Groundbreaking Deal

BeINCrypto | Savannah Fortis | Jun 8, 2021 BeinCrypto spoke to TechCrunch Founder Michael Arrington and CEO of Propy, Natalia Karayaneva, about their latest venture — selling Arrington’s apartment as a non-fungible token (NFT). NFTs have been big in 2021 but are mostly relegated to the world of digital art. This has been hugely successful


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Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway makes $500 million investment in Brazilian digital bank

Nubank, which was founded in 2013, made its first appearance CNBC's Disruptor 50 list earlier this year.

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Relativity Space raises $650 million from Fidelity and others to build 3D-printed SpaceX competitor

3D-printing specialist Relativity Space completed a $650 million fundraise to build a fully reusable rocket and challenge Elon Musk's SpaceX.

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Gold as an inflation hedge? History suggests otherwise

Gold is often touted as a way for investors to protect against rising inflation. But the asset class has a mixed track record during past inflationary periods.

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Considering a budgeting and investing app? Here's how to vet it before handing over your information

There are many free or low-cost personal finance applications people can use for saving, investing and more. Here's what to know before you sign up.

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Liquid Avatar Joins Linux Foundation Public Health Cardea Project

Liquid Avatar Technologies | Release | Jun 8, 2021 Global identity solutions company commits to grow open source community and project, paving the way for growth of interoperable health identity solutions TORONTO, ON / ACCESSWIRE / June 8, 2021 / Liquid Avatar Technologies Inc. (CSE:LQID)(OTC PINK:TRWRF)(FRA:4T51) ("Liquid Avatar Technologies" or the "Company"), a global blockchain,


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Here’s how to resist the urge to splurge in a post-pandemic spending spree

Just over 50% of U.S. consumers plan to spend extra money splurging or treating themselves, according to a recent survey. Here's how to do it smartly.

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Student loan forgiveness remains on the table, experts say

Although the White House and lawmakers haven't taken any concrete steps toward forgiving student loans of late, a jubilee could still be in store, experts say.

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The Importance of Education in the Modern World

Guest Post | Jun 8, 2021 It’s a frequent situation for contemporary graduates and adults to underestimate the vital meaning of education for them. It is trendy to think that one’s experience, creativity, ability to adjust to different situations and to communicate correctly give you much more chances to build a successful career than a


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Wealthy investors are worried about inflation, CNBC millionaire survey shows

Sixty-five percent of millionaires are worried about rising inflation caused by recent government spending, according to CNBC's latest survey.

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As Clover Health joins the 'meme stock' trend, here’s what investors need to watch out for

Individual investors inspired by social media are helping to move stocks like Clover Health. Here's what to know if you're tempted to join in.

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Advisors say life insurance may help combat Biden’s proposed tax increase

President Joe Biden is calling for higher taxes on inherited property. Financial advisors say it may make life insurance more compelling for estate planning.

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