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Can Fintechs Win in a High-Interest Rate World?

Economy | Jun 4, 2024 Can Fintechs Thrive Amidst Rising Rates? Exploring Challenges & New Opportunities The well-known neobank in the United Kingdom, Monzo, just revealed its first-ever full year profit in 2023 (year end March) £15.4 million as reported in Sifted against the backdrop of rising interest rates, which begs the question 'how profitable


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Job market is still strong but has 'gotten competitive' for applicants, economist says

The labor market has gradually cooled from red-hot levels in 2021 and 2022, but has proven resilient.

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The Roaring Kitty Returns to GameStop. Frenzy Revisited?

Investing | Jun 4, 2024 "Roaring Kitty" Returns and Meme Stocks Resurface News of the video game business GameStop has surfaced again, bringing up memories of the early 2021 meme stock frenzy. Keith Gill, the now-famous investor who was instrumental in the first frenzy, known as "Roaring Kitty," recently disclosed a $116 million investment in


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Harvard fellow: CFPB's 'buy now, pay later' regulation isn't enough — nothing 'substantively changes'

Many BNPL providers already comply with the agency's new guidance. A bigger issue is that these loans still aren't reflected on credit reports, one expert says.

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The Necessity of Copyrighting Your Voice in 2024

AI Voice | Jun 3, 2024 Exploring The Necessity of Copyrighting Your Voice in 2024 As artificial intelligence (AI) technology continues to rapidly evolve, safeguarding personal and business assets has become increasingly important. One interesting question arising in 2024 is exploring how necessary it is to copyright one's voice. What Does the Law Say? Traditional


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The average 401(k) savings rate recently hit a record — how to know if you're on track

The average 401(k) savings rate recently hit a record high. Here's how it compares to the recommended retirement savings rate.

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Citi GPS on Transformative Fintech Opportunities

Innovation | Jun 3, 2024 Citi GPS Disruptive Innovations Report and Fintech Opportunities Citi Global Perspectives and Solutions group has recently published it's tenth annual report, 'Disruptive Innovations X' (download 68 page PDF report here).  While the report covers a variety of opportunities, this article focuses on applying insights from sections about the prospects of


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Here are some ways to maximize your vacation days

American workers have less paid time off than those in many other countries, and tend not to use all their vacation days.

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Credit Reference Agencies Are Coming For Your Data

Data Insights | Jun 3, 2024 Credit Reference Agencies Are Monetizing Data Services Beyond Credit Reporting Consumer credit information is gathered and maintained by credit reference agencies (CRAs) such as major players TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax. To generate credit reports, they gather information from multiple sources, such as financial institutions, public records, and direct customer


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5 ways to maximize your vacation days

American workers have less paid time off than those in many other countries, and tend not to use all their vacation days.

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How Companies Keep Their Most Popular Products Fresh

Jun 3, 2024 Google is perhaps the biggest and most famous company on the planet, but in a century how many people will have heard about it? A stupid question you might think, but not really, not when you look at the best examples from the past. Remember Swift & Co? What about WR Grace


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The Benefits of IT Support for Financial Firms 

Jun 3, 2024 Maintaining a robust IT infrastructure is not just an operational necessity but a strategic advantage. The benefits of IT support for your financial firm extend far beyond mere technical assistance, encompassing enhanced security, improved efficiency, regulatory compliance, and a competitive edge in the market. This article explores IT support's multifaceted advantages for


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What to do if you think you're underpaid

Only 34% of Americans are satisfied with how much they are paid at work, according to a March 2023 Pew Research Center survey. Here's how you can earn more.

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Don't be so quick to take money advice from TikTok — here's why

There is no substitute for establishing a budget you can sustain over time, experts say.

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Hurricane season will bring 4 to 7 major storms, NOAA predicts. How to prevent catastrophic damage to your home

Scientists are forecasting "above-normal" activity for this year's hurricane season. How to prepare your home, as hurricane damage can be costly.

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