Latest News on private equities market

1 in 4 older Americans have less than $500 saved to cover medical expenses. Here's how to reduce Medicare costs if you're struggling

1 in 4 older Americans have less than $500 saved to cover medical expenses. Here's how to reduce Medicare costs if you're struggling

If you're among those in the 65-and-older crowd who struggle to pay their health care expenses, there may be a Medicare plan that could help lower the cost.

4 years ago
New Ontario securities law to reset regulatory balance

New Ontario securities law to reset regulatory balance

Investment Executive | James Langton | Nov 1, 2021 “Platform” legislation would grant the OSC broader rule-making power On Oct. 12, the provincial government unveiled its proposed Capital Markets Act (CMA), which would replace existing legislation for both securities and derivatives. The new law would adopt many recommendations from the Capital Markets Modernization Taskforce, which


The post New Ontario securities law to reset regulatory balance first appeared on National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association of Canada.

4 years ago
Watch Sir David Attenborough’s Speech at COP26

Watch Sir David Attenborough’s Speech at COP26

CNBC International TV | Nov 1, 2021 See:  Apple, Disney, Microsoft among companies backing groups against US climate bill   The National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association (NCFA Canada) is a financial innovation ecosystem that provides education, market intelligence, industry stewardship, networking and funding opportunities and services to thousands of community members and works closely with


The post Watch Sir David Attenborough’s Speech at COP26 first appeared on National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association of Canada.

4 years ago
Open enrollment is underway. Here are some tips to maximize your benefits post-Covid

Open enrollment is underway. Here are some tips to maximize your benefits post-Covid

Amid the ongoing pandemic, there are some new benefits worth considering before open enrollment ends.

4 years ago
The 'Great Resignation' is burning out those who stay. Here's what they can do

The 'Great Resignation' is burning out those who stay. Here's what they can do

Following their former coworkers' departures, 52% of those who chose to stay have taken on more responsibilities, according to a survey.

4 years ago
Microsoft announces plan to cut cybersecurity workforce shortage in half by 2025

Microsoft announces plan to cut cybersecurity workforce shortage in half by 2025

CNBC | Lauren Feiner | Oct 28, 2021 Microsoft will partner with community colleges across the U.S. and provide free resources in an attempt to help end a shortage of cybersecurity workers, the company announced Thursday. The company believes it can reduce the country’s workforce shortage by half by 2025. It aims to help train


The post Microsoft announces plan to cut cybersecurity workforce shortage in half by 2025 first appeared on National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association of Canada.

4 years ago
State and local tax reprieve still possible as Democrats hone spending bill

State and local tax reprieve still possible as Democrats hone spending bill

As Democrats finalize their $1.75 trillion spending plan, relief for the $10,000 deduction cap for state and local taxes is still possible.

4 years ago
Biden’s PWG report on stablecoins and the verdict is….

Biden’s PWG report on stablecoins and the verdict is….

AMBCrypto | Shraddha Sharma | Nov 2, 2021 The much-awaited U.S. Treasury Department-led regulatory report has called for more regulations around stablecoins. The President’s Working Group on Financial Markets (PWG) is of the view that “stablecoins could be more widely used in the future as a means of payment.” It is in this context that


The post Biden’s PWG report on stablecoins and the verdict is…. first appeared on National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association of Canada.

4 years ago
Cato Institute Event (Video):  Digital Currency: Public or Private?

Cato Institute Event (Video): Digital Currency: Public or Private?

Cato Institute | Nov 2, 2021 Who should supply the nation with digital currency? Should the Fed do it, should the private sector do it, or should it be provided by some combination of the two? Join us on November 2 for a conversation with J. Christopher Giancarlo, former chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading


The post Cato Institute Event (Video): Digital Currency: Public or Private? first appeared on National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association of Canada.

4 years ago
Third stimulus checks still available — and scammers are on the prowl

Third stimulus checks still available — and scammers are on the prowl

Bogus e-mails about the $1,400 third round of stimulus checks lure unsuspecting victims to click a malicious link, according to the Federal Trade Commission.

4 years ago
CB Insights State of Fintech:  Q3 2021 Report

CB Insights State of Fintech: Q3 2021 Report

CB Insights | Oct 26, 2021 Fintech sees another strong quarter, with record deal and funding activity across the globe in 2021 YTD. Following a record-breaking Q2, global fintech private market deal activity remained elevated in Q3’21. See:  Bank of America says CBDCs could ‘Replace cash completely in the (distant) future’ in Research Note 65%


The post CB Insights State of Fintech: Q3 2021 Report first appeared on National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association of Canada.

4 years ago
Leveraging Your Home To Start A New Business From The Ground Up

Leveraging Your Home To Start A New Business From The Ground Up

Guest Post | Nov 1, 2021 A lot of unfortunate people lost jobs thanks to the pandemic. Some have decided the only way to protect themselves in the future is to start their own business. Sadly, the vast majority of them are going to fail pretty fast. I think people underestimate the amount of money


The post Leveraging Your Home To Start A New Business From The Ground Up first appeared on National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association of Canada.

4 years ago
If you don’t get a 5% raise this year, you aren’t necessarily taking a pay cut due to inflation. Here’s why

If you don’t get a 5% raise this year, you aren’t necessarily taking a pay cut due to inflation. Here’s why

The consumer price index, a measure of inflation, is up 5.4% from a year ago. However, getting a less than 5% raise doesn't mean you're taking a pay cut.

4 years ago
How to grow young fintech talent

How to grow young fintech talent

University of Waterloo | Tammy Kim | Nov 1, 2021 As the spotlight grows on Canada, one of the world’s most cashless economies, tech talent in the financial industry is in demand. Home to some of the world’s most promising fintech companies, Toronto is the second-largest financial hub in North America. From retail banking to cybersecurity and cryptocurrency, Ontario companies are booming. With


The post How to grow young fintech talent first appeared on National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association of Canada.

4 years ago
When your rent goes up 40%. As pandemic fades, many tenants see big hikes

When your rent goes up 40%. As pandemic fades, many tenants see big hikes

As rents return to their pre-pandemic levels, many tenants will face a big hike when their lease is up. CNBC spoke with experts about how to best prepare.

4 years ago