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What to know before buying the first bitcoin ETFs. FOMO 'is a poor investment strategy,' expert says

The Securities and Exchange Commission has approved the first U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds. Here's what to know before buying these assets.

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One place you won't find a bitcoin ETF: Jack Bogle's Vanguard

Vanguard said it will not launch a bitcoin ETF, even as its chief rival BlackRock debuted a fund on Thursday.

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Consumer spending growth will slow in 2024, economist predicts — it’s ‘not necessarily sustainable'

Consumer spending has remained remarkably resilient, but that's unlikely to continue, says Jack Kleinhenz, chief economist at the National Retail Federation.

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The spot bitcoin ETF: Here's what happens when it starts trading

With a spot bitcoin ETF now looking very real, attention is turning to the details.

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Starbucks Controversy and Fintech Breakage

News and Insights | Jan 9, 2024 Consumer Protection Coalition Accuses Starbucks of Exploiting Customers with Gift Cards and App Payments As reported by Fortune, Starbucks has been accused by the Washington Consumer Protection Coalition of exploiting customers through its gift card and app payments to boost corporate profits and inflate executive bonuses by keeping


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SEC Hack and Bitcoin ETF Approval Insights

Crypto News | Jan 10, 2024 The SEC's Twitter account was compromised, leading to a false post about the approval of Bitcoin ETFs. This incident was not due to a breach of X's systems but was attributed to an unidentified individual gaining control over a phone number associated with the SEC's account. The false post


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Celsius Creditors to Return Funds Withdrawn Pre-Bankruptcy

Crypto News | Jan 10, 2024 Celsius Asks Creditors to Return Funds Withdrawn Within 90 Days Pre-Bankruptcy Celsius, a cryptocurrency lending platform, is in the midst of a major financial restructuring following its bankruptcy declaration. The company is now requesting certain creditors who withdrew large sums in the months leading up to the bankruptcy to


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Victims of tax identity theft face ‘unconscionable’ IRS delays, taxpayer advocate finds

While the IRS has boosted taxpayer service and technology, tax-related identity theft victims face "unconscionable delays," taxpayer advocate says.

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62% of adults age 50 and older have not used professional help to plan for retirement. Here’s why

Reaching retirement with enough money to live on is a big-ticket goal. Yet, many people have not consulted with a professional to make sure they're on track.

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A Future Day in the Life Of (Inspired by Accenture’s Human by Design)

AI Report | Jan 10, 2024 Embracing Accenture's Technology 2024 Vision - Human by Design - A Future Day In The Life Accenture's Technology Vision 2024, titled "Human by Design" (or read the full 90 page PDF report) presents a compelling future where technology becomes increasingly human-centric. This vision is not just a futuristic concept


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SEC approves rule changes that pave the way for bitcoin ETFs

Funds could launch as soon as this week from issuers such as BlackRock and Fidelity.

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If you're looking for love in the new year, here are things to consider before paying for a dating app

Peak dating season is considered be the period from the beginning of January to mid-February. There are three things to know before going back to dating.

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CFTC Publishes DeFi Report for Policymakers and Industry

Report | Release | Jan 9, 2023 CFTC Releases Comprehensive Guide on Decentralized Finance for Policymakers and Industry Leaders The Subcommittee on Digital Assets and Blockchain Technology of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission's Technology Advisory Committee (TAC) has released a 79 page PDF report titled Decentralized Finance (DeFi) with the following key findings and


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Rocky FAFSA rollout leaves millions of students, families frustrated

Issues with the new FAFSA leaves millions of students applying for college financial aid in limbo for now.

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Climate Finance Contest Towards Net-Zero Banking

Contest | Jan 9, 2023 The Climate Safe Lending Catalyst Contest presents a remarkable opportunity for innovators worldwide, including Canadian fintechs, to contribute to the transition of the banking sector towards a net-zero future. The Climate Safe Lending Network has launched the Climate Finance Catalyst Contest to encourage practical ideas that will help banking institutions


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