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Republicans move to eliminate payment pauses for struggling student loan borrowers

Republicans move to eliminate payment pauses for struggling student loan borrowers

GOP lawmakers' "big beautiful" bill would eliminate payment pauses for student loan borrowers who've lost their job or hit another financial hurdle.

1 year ago
Senate tax bill includes $1,000 baby bonus in 'Trump accounts' — here's who qualifies

Senate tax bill includes $1,000 baby bonus in 'Trump accounts' — here's who qualifies

A new savings account for children that comes with a $1,000 deposit remained in the Senate’s version of President Trump’s budget bill.

1 year ago
Canadian Innovation Leaves Again in Alphawave’s $2.4B Exit

Canadian Innovation Leaves Again in Alphawave’s $2.4B Exit

M&A | June 16, 2025 Toronto-Founded Alphawave Exits via UK listing and Qualcomm Acquisition Another high growth Canadian founded tech startup exits on foreign soil. U.S. giant Qualcomm has agreed to acquire Toronto-founded semiconductor designer Alphawave Semi (Alphawave) for US$2.4 billion. The acquisition strengthens Qualcomm's data center and AI capabilities but also raises recurring questions


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1 year ago
RAISE Program Helps Nonprofits Use AI Responsibly

RAISE Program Helps Nonprofits Use AI Responsibly

AI National Program | June 16, 2025 New National Program, RAISE, to Support Responsible AI Adoption in the Social Sector Funded by DIGITAL and matched by delivery partners Human Feedback Foundation (project lead), The Dais at Toronto Metropolitan University, and Creative Destruction Lab, have launched a new national initiative called 'Responsible AI Adoption for Social


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1 year ago
Discover Canada’s Leading Fintech Ecosystem in 2025: Is Legiano Casino a Glimpse into the Future of iGaming?

Discover Canada’s Leading Fintech Ecosystem in 2025: Is Legiano Casino a Glimpse into the Future of iGaming?

June 16, 2025 Canada’s fintech world in 2025 is changing fast, focusing more on user-friendly design and smart technology. One big trend is using game-like features to make people more involved and interested. A good example is platforms like legiano casino, which offers a wide variety of bonuses for different types of players. Whether someone


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1 year ago
'SALT' deduction in limbo as Senate Republicans unveil tax plan for Trump's spending package

'SALT' deduction in limbo as Senate Republicans unveil tax plan for Trump's spending package

The 'SALT' deduction is still in limbo as Senate Republicans unveil key tax details of President Donald Trump's spending package. Here's what to know.

1 year ago
Federal Reserve is likely to hold interest rates steady this week. Here's what that means for your money

Federal Reserve is likely to hold interest rates steady this week. Here's what that means for your money

From credit cards and mortgages to auto loans and savings accounts, all sorts of consumer borrowing costs may be impacted by the Fed's decision on rates.

1 year ago
Canadian Fintechs: Apply to Tokyo Financial Award 2025

Canadian Fintechs: Apply to Tokyo Financial Award 2025

Innovation Award | June 16, 2025 Canadian Fintechs Invited to Apply for Tokyo Financial Award 2025 Applications are now open for the Tokyo Financial Award 2025, a global competition organized by EY Strategy and Consulting on behalf of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. The award targets financial technology companies at the edge of financial services, and


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1 year ago
How to protect financial assets amid immigration raids, deportation worries

How to protect financial assets amid immigration raids, deportation worries

U.S. federal immigration crackdowns have heightened concerns among foreign-born residents. Financial experts share advice on how to prepare for a deportation.

1 year ago
Senate Republican education plan may trigger 'avalanche of student loan defaults,' expert says

Senate Republican education plan may trigger 'avalanche of student loan defaults,' expert says

Senate Republicans' new higher education plan would trigger "an avalanche of student loan defaults," one expert says. Here's what to know about the proposal.

1 year ago
Top Wall Street analysts suggest these dividend stocks for stable income

Top Wall Street analysts suggest these dividend stocks for stable income

TipRanks' analyst ranking service reveals three dividend-paying stocks, including Verizon Communications and EOG Resources, highlighted by the Street's pros.

1 year ago
IRS: Avoid ‘falling behind’ by making second-quarter estimated tax payment by June 16

IRS: Avoid ‘falling behind’ by making second-quarter estimated tax payment by June 16

The second-quarter estimated tax deadline is June 16. Here’s how to avoid a penalty, according to the IRS.

1 year ago
This credit card behavior is an under-the-radar risk: 'Be very careful,' expert says

This credit card behavior is an under-the-radar risk: 'Be very careful,' expert says

"Credit cycling" may lead credit card companies to cancel a user's card and forfeit their rewards, experts said.

1 year ago
Are Finfluencers in Trouble or Just Getting Regulated?

Are Finfluencers in Trouble or Just Getting Regulated?

Regulation | June 13, 2025 Regulators Take Action on Unlawful Finfluencers While Advocates Urge Clarity, Fairness and Access Canadian regulators joined a coordinated global crackdown last week targeting unlawful finfluencers, or social media personalities promoting investments without registration or oversight. While enforcement activity is increasingly in focus, global experts and finfluencer advocates are warning that


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1 year ago
‘White collar’ jobs are down — but don’t blame AI yet, economists say

‘White collar’ jobs are down — but don’t blame AI yet, economists say

While white-collar job openings have been declining in recent years, experts say that artificial intelligence is not the culprit. At least, not yet.

1 year ago