Sat, March 8, 2025

by: Futurism

Elon Musk Is Trying to Get Access to the Child Support Database

Elon Musk's DOGE has taken the axe to a number of agencies in glaring conflicts of interest. His team of Trump-approved cost cutters has gone after USAID, impacting Musk's Starlink, the FAA, effecting SpaceX,

by: TwistedSifter

Homeowner Refuses To Pay Gardener For His Work, So The He Fills The Owner's Yard With Tennis Balls

In today's story, a gardener made the mistake of not having the homeowner sign a contract before he started his work. The homeowner didn't want to pay, so the gardener found a way to get back at him over and over again.

by: MSN

Wyoming to launch dollar-backed Stablecoin

CNN's Kaitlan Collins caught up with DJ Daniel, the 13-year-old cancer survivor honored by President Donald Trump during his address to Congress. Gov. Mark Gordon, R-Wyo., says the state needed something that was predictable and stable on 'The Claman Countdown.'

by: TheStreet

Protect Your Retirement Portfolio from Tariff Risks

Don't let tariffs jeopardize your retirement. Here are specific risks associated with tariffs and how to safeguard against them.

by: CNET

Skip the Spring Break Airport Security Lines With Free TSA PreCheck

TSA PreCheck members can access dedicated TSA PreCheck security screening lanes when available, which may result in shorter waits than standard lanes. You won't need to remove your shoes, laptops, 3-1-1 liquids, belts or light jackets when going through security either.

by: GhanaWeb

Revocation of Licence: Read the letter Bank of Ghana sent to founder of defunct UT Bank

The Bank of Ghana, in August 2017, revoked the license of two commercial banks - UT Bank and Capital Bank. The action was triggered by the inability of the two banks to turn around their negative capital adequacy positions,

by: Reuters

US regulator clears path for banks to engage in some crypto activities

THE US regulator overseeing national banks clarified on Friday (Mar 7) that banks can engage in some crypto activities, and removed expectations firms should receive advance permission from regulators before doing so.

by: BusinessTech

Trouble for South African homeowners with bonds

Despite declining inflation and interest rates, homeowners with bonds are still under financial strain, as evidenced by the increase in overdue home loan payments. This is according to research and analytics firm Eight20's latest Credit Stress Report for the fourth quarter of 2024.

by: GOBankingRates

If You Invest $10K in the Magnificent 7 Now, What Could It Be Worth in 10 Years?

The stock market is always shifting, but a handful of companies continue to stand at the forefront of innovation and financial growth. The "Magnificent 7" -- Alphabet (GOOG), Amazon (AMZN),

by: Wired

The Biggest US Banks Have All Backed Out of a Commitment to Reach Net Zero

In the lead up to the inauguration, the six largest US banks left a voluntary alliance with the UN to reach net zero by 2050. Now, critics are calling for new climate laws.

by: Bloomberg

Crypto exchange Kraken preparing for IPO in 2026

CRYPTOCURRENCY exchange Kraken is readying to go public amid a friendlier regulatory climate in the US under President Donald Trump. Read more at The Business Times.

by: AOL

Is Uber Technologies a Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?

So, is Uber's stock a buy, sell, or hold for 2025? Let's review its near-term catalysts and challenges to decide. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now.

by: Kiplinger

How to Help Accelerate Support for Women's Equality

It's International Women's Day, and the theme this year is Accelerate Action. Here's how we can all pitch in to help drive gender parity.

by: Forbes

Women Are 2.5X More Likely To Demand Bold Climate Action

"Women are very effective at mobilizing communities in the event of disasters. They are at the frontline in moving forward with recovery. Women further hold key knowledge in natural resources management, and are key actors in climate adaptation and mitigation," she said.

by: Insider

Avoid these 4 red flags that could trigger an IRS audit this tax season

These are the most common mistakes that can lead to an IRS audit, according to a tax lawyer. Here's how to avoid them.

by: Goodreturns

1:10 Stock Split of Pharma Stock: Record Date Set For March 21; What Investors Should Do Next?

On Friday, the shares of Shukra Pharmaceuticals ended 1.99% lower at Rs 236.40 per share on the BSE with a market cap of Rs 1,035.15 Cr after the company declared record date for 1:10 stock split.

by: Vanguard

Accelerating Action: Yetunde Sonowo's trailblazing journey in finance, leadership, real estate

Yetunde Olaitan Sonowo is one such woman, an accomplished finance professional, business strategist, and real estate consultant

by: News24

Could we still see a hike in VAT when the budget is tabled?

South Africans may still face an increase in VAT when the revised budget is tabled in March unless the government's proposed spending plans are revised.

by: CNBC

The Late Morning Rundown: Mar 7, 2025

38 Years Later, This Vietnam War Movie With 100% on Rotten Tomatoes Is Still Flawless (& It Starred a Young Don Cheadle) I love sitting in the back of a long-haul flight. Here's why I'd choose that row any day.

by: Entrepreneur

Women's Day 2025: Celebrating Progress, Demanding Action in Investment and Leadership

This Women's Day, we celebrate the resilience, achievements, and growing influence of women in venture capital, entrepreneurship, and leadership. The journey is far from over, but the momentum is undeniable.
Fri, March 7, 2025

by: Ukrinform

Finance Ministry: Partners more willing to engage in dialogue on use of Russian assets

The Ukrainian government is collaborating closely with its Western partners to seek a consensus on Russian assets, and they are now more willing to engage in a dialogue on this subject. — Ukrinform.

by: ProPakistani

FBR Introduces Major Changes to Export Finance Scheme

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced major changes in the Export Finance Scheme (EFS) to check misuse of the facility. The FBR issued

by: Insider

Credit Karma Savings Rates: Pros, Cons, and Alternatives

Our Credit Karma Savings review analyzes the account's savings interest rate, fees, and features. Discover if it's the best high-yield savings account for you.

by: Bloomberg

Mexico Finance Chief Steps Down and Is Replaced by His Deputy

Mexico Finance Minister Rogelio Ramirez de la O tendered his resignation on Friday after more than three years as the top official in charge of the nation's budget, according to two people familiar with the situation.

by: Narcity

Government of Canada jobs are available abroad and you can apply for these 11 positions

Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access information on a device and to provide personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. List of Partners (vendors)

by: Bankrate

What is a chattel mortgage?

What is a chattel mortgage? A chattel mortgage is a loan used to buy movable property, like manufactured and mobile homes, rather than fixed real estate. They are sometimes referred to interchangeably

by: GOBankingRates

The Top 10 Personal Finance Books on Amazon in March

Amazon started as a bookselling business, and though its morphed into something monstrously larger and sells just about everything now, bookselling is still a part of its business model and it's

by: AOL

Commentary: Fudging the data won't help the Trump economy

As President Trump and his chainsaw, Elon Musk, dismantle the federal government, economists are starting to worry that one casualty could be the lifeblood of their profession: data.

by: CNET

NordVPN NordProtect Identity Theft Protection Review: VPN Plus Basic ID Theft Features

NordVPN enters the ID theft space with NordProtect.

by: MarketWatch

State Street's private-debt ETF launched with major buzz. What are investors getting?

A recently launched ETF actively managed by State Street Global Advisors has been drawing attention for bringing private credit to the masses.

by: Investopedia

What Is an SBA Microloan, and How Does It Work?

Her expertise includes personal finance, insurance, real estate ... SBA microloans are loans that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) provides for up to $50,000 through intermediary lenders to help entrepreneurs grow their small businesses.

by: Zawya

Banking, retail and telecoms power South Africa's brand value to over $33bln in 2025

Retailers Woolworths and Checkers top the Sustainability Perceptions score across sectors in the environmental, social and governance categories

by: Forbes

The Rise Of Private Credit And The Role Of Asset-Based Finance In Funding SMBs

With the support of strong ABF markets, fintechs that provide such funding solutions can focus on what they do best.

by: Fortune

CEO of $4.2 billion tech giant says defying Mark Zuckerberg's 'move fast and break things' mantra was essential to growing his business

The founder of dbt Labs Tristan Handy says moving at his own pace fostered innovation and growth—it can feel antithetical to the strategies of Google and Meta.

by: IPPMEDIA

Illicit financial flows burden Tanzania's national budget

by: Reuters

RBC boosts CEO McKay's 2024 pay by 60% to $17 million on HSBC Canada acquisition

Royal Bank of Canada boosted CEO Dave McKay's 2024 salary to C$24.5 million ($17.14 million), including a C$4 million bonus related to the HSBC Canada acquisition, according to a regulatory filing on Thursday.

by: BusinessTech

Sage Intacct - The industry-leading cloud finance software for South African businesses

Sage Intacct boasts a wealth of powerful financial and accounting features that will improve productivity and decrease costs.

by: CNN

7-Eleven's Japanese owner appoints American CEO to fend off $47 billion takeover bid

Seven & I Holdings, the Japanese operator of the 7-Eleven convenience store chain, appointed its first foreign CEO and handed him the task of overhauling its business to fend off a $47 billion overseas takeover bid and engineer a recovery.
Thu, March 6, 2025

by: TechCrunch

Turing, a key coding provider for OpenAI and other LLM producers, raises $111M at a $2.2B valuation

As AI companies race to improve the accuracy of large language models (LLMs) and apps built on top of them, a startup that has emerged as a key partner in

by: TechRepublic

6 Best Banks for Small Business Loans in 2025

Find the best banks for small business loans with low rates and flexible terms. Compare top lenders to find the right financing for you.

by: Kiplinger

Expiring Business Tax Breaks And Trump's Tax Plan

Four important business tax breaks are likely to be a part of President Trump's tax plan. We'll break them down for you.

by: WTHR

Two Indianapolis federal buildings listed for possible sale

On Tuesday, the U.S. General Services Administration announced more than 400 properties on a list of non-core assets for disposal.

by: Bizcommunity

Banking, retail and telecoms power SA's brand value to over R600bn in 2025

In 2025, the combined brand value of the Top 100 South African brands soared to R688.6bn, with banking, retail, and telecoms accounting for more than 62% of the total brand value., as is often the case in emerging markets.

by: Deadline

Comcast's 'SpinCo' Adds Media Veteran Jordan Fasbender As Chief Counsel, Finalizing Senior Management Team

Comcast's cable network "SpinCo" has appointed media veteran Jordan Fasbender as chief counsel, with the hire rounding out the senior management team.

by: GOBankingRates

10 Best Paying Middle-Class Jobs That Don't Require a Degree

The traditional path to a well-paying job often includes a four-year college degree, but that's not the only route to success. Many middle-class jobs offer competitive salaries without requiring

by: Reuters

Exclusive: Russia ships diesel to Syria on tanker under U.S. sanctions, data shows

Russia shipped a diesel cargo to Syria onboard a tanker under U.S. sanctions, the first known such direct supply to the Middle Eastern country in more than a decade, LSEG data showed.

by: TipRanks

Plume and 0G Partner to Launch RWAI Agents, Redefining AI-Powered RWA Finance

New York City, United States, March 6th, 2025, Chainwire Plume, the first full-stack L1 RWA Chain, is joining forces with 0G to launch and support

by: Mint

When do you have to register for GST as a professional landlord?

While renting out residential properties remains tax-exempt, commercial leasing comes with specific GST rules that every professional landlord must understand and follow. Failing to do so could have severe financial and legal repercussions.

Hims & Hers to shut down dermatology business Apostrophe

Hims & Hers Health would discontinue Apostrophe, its personalized acne treatments dermatology business, the company said on Friday.

Hims & Hers Health Inc. announced on March 7, 2025, that it will shut down its dermatology business, Apostrophe, by the end of the month. The decision comes as part of a strategic move to focus on core offerings and improve profitability. Apostrophe, which Hims & Hers acquired in 2021, specializes in personalized skincare treatments. The closure will affect approximately 100 employees, though the company plans to offer them opportunities within other parts of the business. Hims & Hers will continue to provide dermatology services through its main platform, ensuring that current Apostrophe customers can still access treatments. The company aims to streamline operations and enhance its focus on men's and women's wellness, hair loss, and mental health services.

Read the Full Reuters Article at:
https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/hims-hers-shut-down-dermatology-business-apostrophe-2025-03-07/