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Open Banking Delayed But Back in the Legislative Radar

Open Banking Delayed But Back in the Legislative Radar

Open Banking | June 17, 2025 Federal Government Recommits to Open Banking Legislation at 'Earliest Opportunity' Today at Toronto's Open Banking Expo, the Canadian federal government says they will introduce the long delayed open banking legislation 'at the earliest opportunity'.  The Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) responsible for implementing and regulating Open Banking in


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Amazon and Walmart Exploring Merchant-Led Stablecoins

Amazon and Walmart Exploring Merchant-Led Stablecoins

Stablecoins | June 17, 2025 Retail Giants Could Cut Card Networks by Issuing Their Own Crypto Retail giants Amazon and Walmart are exploring the idea of launching their own stablecoins to reduce payment processing costs and gain more control over transactions, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal.  This could tip the balance


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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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'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.

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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.

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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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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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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.

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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Who benefits from Republicans' 'big beautiful' bill depends largely on income. Children are no exception

Who benefits from Republicans' 'big beautiful' bill depends largely on income. Children are no exception

As the Senate considers House Republicans' "big beautiful" bill, here's how families may take home more or less money depending on their incomes.

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‘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.

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