Vanguard, a major player in the investment world, is diving headfirst into AI to keep up with its massive client base. With nearly $12 trillion in assets under management, the company is testing AI tools to enhance client interactions and streamline operations. One of their recent projects is an AI
BlackRock's tokenized money market fund, BUIDL, has reached a big milestone. It has paid out $100 million in dividends since its launch in March 2024. This fund is not your average investment. It uses blockchain technology to offer a new way to earn money from short-term U. S. dollar assets. BUIDL
Ohio is getting a new team to keep an eye on campaign money and election rules. This new group, called the Ohio Election Integrity Commission, starts working on January 1. It's replacing the old Ohio Elections Commission, which some people thought was too slow. Republicans pushed for this change. T
Vacations are exciting, but they can be expensive. Flights, hotels, and activities add up quickly. This is where "buy now, pay later" (BNPL) services come into play. They let you book a vacation now and pay later in installments. Sounds good, right? But is it a smart move? BNPL services like Klarna
BlackRock's BUIDL fund has done something big. It's handed out about $100 million in dividends since it started in March 2024. This fund is different. It's not like regular crypto stuff. It's more like a traditional money market fund, but it uses blockchain technology. The fund is worth over $2 bil
Montana's rural hospitals are in a tough spot. Almost 90% of them are running at a loss. This is a big deal because these hospitals are often the only medical help for miles around. But there's some good news coming from the federal government. They're sending over $233 million to help these hospita
John Zahorchak is stepping back into his old shoes as the director of finance and operations for Plum School District. This time, he's bringing a wealth of experience and a promise to make school finances more engaging. Zahorchak isn't new to the district or the role. He previously held the same pos
Arizona is looking to boost privacy for those who give small amounts to political campaigns. Right now, anyone donating less than $100 can stay anonymous. But a new bill wants to raise that limit to $200. The idea is to shield these smaller donors from potential backlash. Why the change? The argume
A new scholarship is now open for students who dream big and want to start their own businesses. The Gary Gordon Scholarship for Entrepreneurs gives $1, 000 to one lucky student every year. To apply, students need to write an essay about their business ideas and how they plan to make a difference.
The Czech Republic is facing a bigger budget shortfall than planned. The new finance minister, Alena Schillerova, revealed that the deficit has already surpassed the initial target. When she started her role on December 15, the deficit was at 266 billion crowns. Just four days later, it grew to 275
