Financial services
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has initiated a probe into banks, insurance companies, pension companies, gaming companies, and insurance brokers that allegedly flout the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDP Act), 2023. The organizations under investigation have been required to provide evidence of compliance with the Act within 21 days.
Financial services
Zoe Brett, a financial planner at EQ Investors, explains that loud budgeting is about being open and honest with friends and family about one's finances, rather than trying to keep up with others who may be more financially indulgent. This trend is gaining popularity as people feel the
Financial services
Mesirow Wealth Management, in partnership with the Foundation for Financial Planning (FFP), will empower its Advisors to deliver pro bono financial planning services to individuals and families in need. This collaboration underscores Mesirow's long-standing commitment to community engagement and investing in what matters. The partnership aligns with FFP&
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Between August 18 and 22, the Consumer Protection Institute (Procon-AM) of the Amazonas State Government conducted a series of inspections in the municipalities of Coari and Codajas. The inspections were prompted by complaints sent to Procon-AM's email address, reporting irregularities in commercial establishments, such as slow bank service
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The Victorica Group, a mega real estate team recognized as the #1 Team in SA-NAHREP, has returned to eXp Realty after weighing industry-wide offers. The team, led by Mario Victorica, has a network of over 100 agents who closed 900+ units in 2024, making it one of the most productive
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Retirees with significant assets are facing complex financial decisions as they manage their wealth. One couple is seeking advice on investing their lump sum, while another considers an investment bond to benefit their child in the future. A third scenario involves a defined benefit fund, where a woman must decide
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Lucentblock's SOU platform is revolutionizing the conventional asset market by enabling small investors to participate in fractional real estate investment, transforming the way people interact with and benefit from property ownership. CEO Huh Se-young, also known as Phillip Huh, emphasizes that SOU is fostering a shared growth ecosystem
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As the dust settles on the iPro Realty real estate brokerage scandal, the stakes have just gotten higher. Joseph Richer, the longtime registrar at Ontario's Real Estate Regulator (RECO), has been fired in the wake of revealing a shocking deal that would let iPro Realty's co-founders
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The Nebraska Public Agency Investment Trust (NPAIT) Term Series II has been assigned a 'AAAf' International Fund Credit Quality Rating (FCQR) by Fitch Ratings, indicating the highest underlying credit quality. This rating reflects the fund's investment and credit guidelines, expected credit quality, and diversification, as well
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The question of women's empowerment in society is deeply tied to their participation in the formal financial sector. In Bangladesh, the growth of women's involvement in banking and credit facilities is a significant indicator of their increasing financial independence. According to data from the Bangladesh Bank,
Financial services
TaxStatus, a leader in tax data intelligence solutions, has announced the appointment of Eric Clarke and Ric Edelman to its Board of Directors. The move comes as TaxStatus launches new lead generation solutions for advisors, marking a pivotal moment for the company. Clarke and Edelman bring decades of experience in
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KBRA has reaffirmed the rating for LIAS Administration Fee Issuer LLC's Insurance Administration Fee Asset-Backed Notes, Series 2018-1, citing sufficient credit enhancement to support the affirmed rating. The analysis was based on information as of the July 2025 distribution date, which marked the second quarter 2025 collection period.
