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PayPal’s Blockchain Vision As New Financial Rail

Blockchain and Payments | Nov 16, 2023 PayPal Declares Blockchain the "New financial rail" as Regulators Scrutinize its Stablecoin PYUSD Strategic Shift in Global Payments PayPal, a titan in the digital payment sector, recently endorsed blockchain technology as the new cornerstone of financial transactions. This is a strategic shift in global payments and part of


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Watch for this 'phantom tax' before taking Affordable Care Act insurance subsidies, advisor says

Many Americans qualify for Affordable Care Act health insurance subsidies, but it's critical to run tax projections before accepting lower premiums.

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4 Tips For Paying Off Your Mortgage Quickly

Nov 16, 2023 Are you dreaming of being mortgage-free? With the right plan, hard work, and dedication, it’s possible to pay off your mortgage much sooner than expected! In this blog post, we will be sharing 4 tips designed to help you tackle your mortgage debt efficiently and quickly. From looking at alternative loan structures


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UBS projects inflation is coming to an end, but that's 'little comfort to households,' chief financial analyst says

The CPI report was flat in October, signaling that the period of high inflation may finally be coming to an end, but there's no relief for households just yet.

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We're not headed for another global financial crisis, top UBS economist says after recession warning

Credit tightening in the U.S. has raised concerns about the state of the economy and what could happen next.

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Activist investor ValueAct has been building a stake in Disney

ValueAct began buying Disney this summer during the Hollywood strikes and it is now one of the investor's largest positions, the Activist Spotlight has learned.

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Where prices fell in October 2023 — in one chart

Some prices in the U.S. economy are deflating, meaning consumers are seeing prices fall.

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Top 5 Ways Businesses Can Benefit From DaaS

Nov 15, 2023 DaaS solutions allow employees to work from any device of their choosing without IT having to provide company-issued hardware, making BYOD policies simpler to implement and lowering overhead costs. DaaS provides businesses with an efficient way to easily adjust to changing business needs quickly, while saving on IT infrastructure expenses. Here are


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Sam Bankman-Fried’s Parents Face Civil Charges

Crypto | Nov 15, 2023 Joseph Bankman and Barbara Fried are facing civil charges related to the collapse of their son's crypto empire, FTX. In the aftermath of Sam Bankman-Fried's (SBF) downfall in the cryptocurrency industry, the focus has shifted to his parents, Joseph Bankman and Barbara Fried. Known for their academic contributions at Stanford


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Best Sites for Crash Gaming

Nov 15, 2023 Crash gambling is one of the most popular games of luck enjoyed by players from all over the world. It’s a simple game in which players can’t affect the outcome. Crash gambling has gone through a bit of a revival with the adoption of cryptocurrencies as a payment method. Using cryptocurrencies allows


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Turkeys are cheaper, but inflation is 'clearly impacting' Thanksgiving food costs, economist says. Here's how to save

While turkeys are cheaper this year, Americans still feel the effects of inflation at the grocery store. Here's how to lower Thanksgiving costs.

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ETFs have been 'a huge growth engine in the fund universe,' expert says. What to know before you invest

While investors have many asset options to choose from, ETFs may offer a distinct advantage, experts say.

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AI Metamorphosis in Venture Capital

AI and Venture Capital | Nov 15, 2023 From due diligence to revolutionizing deal sourcing, AI's current impact is significant and according to Chamath Palihapitiy, may transform venture capital best practices forever. Today, AI tools are increasingly employed by VC firms to analyze vast amounts of data for better investment decisions. AI algorithms can predict


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Canada’s Top FinTechs: Deloitte’s 2023 Fast 50

Fintech Innovation | Nov 15, 2023 Deloitte's 2023 Technology Fast 50, a turning point for these Canadian Fintech trailblazers on the list. The Technology Fast 50 program, initiated 26 years ago, is a celebration of the remarkable progress and world-class achievements in the Canadian technology sector. Deloitte recognizes these awards as a crucial platform to


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Here’s the inflation breakdown for October 2023 — in one chart

The consumer price index continued a steady decline in October on the back of lower gasoline prices.

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