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Oct 07 2024FINANCE

Why We're Uncomfortable Talking About Money

Money matters can be a tough subject to bring up, even with close friends and family. A recent survey found that most adults in the U.S. prefer discussing politics or religion over their finances. Surprisingly, 62% of people feel highly uncomfortable sharing their financial details with loved ones.

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

The AI Bill Debate: Why California's Governor Said No

In a surprising move, California’s governor, Gavin Newsom, decided to veto a bill that aimed to control the potential dangers of highly advanced AI models. This bill, SB 1047, was at the center of a heated debate among activists and companies involved in AI development. Supporters warned about the r

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Oct 07 2024FINANCE

Janet Yellen: AI in Finance Can Be a Mixed Bag

Finance is getting smarter. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen recently talked about this at a financial stability conference. She said artificial intelligence (AI) could make things better or worse for the finance world. That's why regulators are paying close attention. Yellen mentioned how AI can he

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

Boosting Access: A New Bank for Malaysia’s Underserved

Imagine a bank that reaches out to those who often get left behind. That's what Boost Bank is doing! Created by Axiata Group Berhad and Boost, this digital bank has teamed up with RHB Banking Group to make financial services more accessible. They’re focusing on safety measures against unauthorized a

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

Southeast Asia's Rise as a Manufacturing Hub: A Look at the SEA 500 List

The Southeast Asia 500 list has highlighted a significant trend: the region is becoming a major manufacturing hub. The COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical tensions have sped up this transformation. While financial companies top both the U.S. Fortune 500 and SEA 500 lists, Southeast Asia has more ener

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

A Big Shift: Nvidia’s Finance Head Joins a Startup

Simona Jankowski, who has been at the helm of investor relations and strategic finance at Nvidia for seven years, is leaving to join a startup as their chief financial officer. The move comes after her notable contribution to the company’s growth during her tenure. In 2017, when she joined Nvidia fr

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

Young Finance Chiefs: What's Their Secret?

Ever wondered how some finance chiefs climb the corporate ladder so quickly? Let’s take a look at three young stars who have proven their mettle in the world of business. Shawn Flores, 35, has been with Par Pacific Holdings for nearly a decade and is now its CFO. He believes in creating an efficient

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Oct 07 2024CRYPTO

Watch Out for Fake Lawyers After Crypto Scams

Cryptocurrencies have been a big thing since Bitcoin came on the scene in 2009. Now, there are over 20,000 cryptos out there. But with this growth comes trouble – crypto scams are on the rise. The FBI says these scams went up by more than 50% between 2022 and 2023, reaching almost $4 billion in loss

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Oct 07 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Rory Scovel's Unique Trailer for His Stand-Up Special

Comedian Rory Scovel has shaken up the world of stand-up comedy trailers with his innovative approach. While many comedy special trailers rely on quick cuts and exaggerated expressions, Scovel decided to take a different path for his upcoming Max special, "Religion, Sex, and a Few Things in Between.

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

A Poem, a Lawyer, and Turkey's Social Media Storm

Imagine sharing something online that sparks a big controversy. That's what happened to a Turkish lawyer named Feyza Altun when she posted a Persian poem on social media. Some people thought the poem was attacking Sharia, which is a set of laws based on Islamic teachings. When Feyza replied with "Sh

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