Author: Fioney Staff
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Fireblocks and X-Margin Partner to Offer Crypto Derivatives
Even as most laymen are still wrapping their heads around the basic concept of cryptocurrencies, investors are already taking the possibilities to the next level. One example of this is crypto derivatives, which have gained popularity as of late despite some risks and limitations that the current trading platforms hold. Now, Fireblocks has announced integration…
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Top 10 Personal Finance Articles of the Month — August 2020
It’s time again for one of my favorite features here on Dyer News: a look at the top 10 personal finance articles of the month. To kick things off, we’ll turn to the topic of minimalism. Then, we’ll look at both money and time, followed by some personal accounts that could only have been written…
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United States Economy Brought Back Only 1.4 Million Jobs in August
Last month, more Americans headed back to work as the United States continued reopening efforts. According to the latest report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nonfarm payrolls increase by 1.4 million in August. In turn, the unemployment rate fell from 10.4% to 8.4%. Unfortunately, despite the latest gains, the U.S. economy has still seen…
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Paycheck Protection Loans Could Complicate Small Business Acquisitions
Earlier this year, as the coronavirus pandemic and the mandated closures that came with it battered the United States economy, Congress authorized the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), which would be managed by the Small Business Administration (SBA). The idea was that entrepreneurs could obtain the funds necessary to keep their business afloat and keep their…
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CB Insights Reveals Third Annual “FinTech 250” List
The results are in! This week, research CB Insights revealed their “FinTech 250” list for 2020, recognizing the fastest-growing companies in the space. Of the 250 startups featured, 32 are considered “unicorns,” meaning they’re valued at more than $1 billion. What’s more, 87 of those selected have raised “mega-rounds” of a $100 million or more…
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Chase Reveals New Freedom Flex Card, Enhances Freedom Unlimited Card
Like most industries, the credit card industry has been disrupted by the current pandemic. In recent months, issuers have been sending some mixed messages, with several cards adding bonus benefits to quell cardholders canceling, while also slashing credit limits for some customers. With that in mind, it might not seem like the ideal time to…
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United Airline Discontinuing Change Fees for Most Domestic Flyers
As the coronavirus pandemic grew stateside, several airlines introduced flexibility to their change and cancelation policies in order to allow customers to halt their travel plans without further penalty. Similarly, as the crisis continues, these airlines have sought to give potential flyers greater peace of mind not only through sanitation and spacing policies but also…
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Mastercard Partnering with Multiple Brands to Pilot Cashierless Retail Concepts
In recent months, as the COVID-19 pandemic has changed everyday life for citizens around the globe, some technologies have begun playing a more prominent role in our society. Beyond video chat services becoming the new schools/workplaces and menus via QR code replacing their paper counterparts in some places, contactless payments and cashierless transactions have gone…
