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Microsoft promoted a new CEO of its commercial business and is combining teams to compete in AI

Microsoft Chief Commercial Officer Judson AlthoffMicrosoftMicrosoft promoted Judson Althoff to CEO of its commercial business, expanding his role.Althoff was Microsoft's longtime sales chief.The mo...

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How the shutdown impacts everything from Social Security to the post office

Some facilities at national parks will shutter during a shutdown.Joe Raedle/Getty ImagesThe government shutdown has begun after Republicans and Democrats failed to agree on continued funding.Americ...

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For those who left the city, return to the office presents a costly housing dilemma

Moving out of cities and urban cores seemed like the perfect decision during the pandemic. Until it wasn’t. With companies increasingly demanding ...

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How to financially prepare for every stage of life

Financial planning is often pr...

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Florida, Texas, and Utah are the fastest-growing hot spots for America's superrich

Florida is booming with the superrich, as Miami and other hubs outpace California's old guard, per Altrata.IMAGO/Aviation-Stock via Reuters ConnectFlorida, Texas, and Utah are the fastest-growing h...

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Posthaste: More young Canadians investing based on vibes over data

Almost half of young Canadians are relying on their instincts rather than analysis when it comes to investing, according to a ...

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I bought a house with my best friend 15 years ago. Many warned us not to, but it's still one of my best decisions.

parkHeidi TurnerMy best friend and I bought a house together 15 years ago despite many telling us it was a bad idea.Together, we were able to afford more and build equity. Our house is now worth wa...

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OpenAI's SaaS attack has begun. Here are the companies in the firing line.

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, meeting officials in Berlin.Florian Gaertner/ReutersOpenAI showed off new workplace applications, entering the SaaS market as a competitor.The move challenges established...

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When my 20-year marriage ended, I had no job and knew little about money. Now, I'm confident in my financial future and career.

Lisa VanderVeen holds a camera during one of her trips abroadCourtesy of Lisa VanderVeen.When my 20-year marriage ended, I realized how little I knew about our accounts and investments.With the hel...

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I quit investment banking at Citi and professional tennis after burning out. I learned about when to walk away from a job.

Vitoria Okuyama played tennis professionally before going into investment banking.Courtesy of Vitoria OkuyamaVitoria Okuyama said she burned out as a world-ranking junior tennis player.She said she...

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Spotify made the rare move of appointing 2 CEOs. Netflix's bosses have described the key to making it work.

Netflix co-CEOs Greg Peters and Ted Sarandos have both talked about how they make the big decisions.Monica Schipper/Getty ImagesSpotify is appointing two co-CEOs to share its top job.The streaming ...

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Blockbuster Electronic Arts deal lifts Wall Street's spirits, but hiring remains spotty

M&A is showing signs of life, but Wall Street hiring remains cautiousSpencer Platt/Getty ImagesElectronic Arts' $55 billion sale is a boon for Wall Street's biggest banks.Investment bank hiring...

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Simpler tax laws and administration would help all of us, including the CRA

Economist Jack Mintz recently sugg...

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Did COVID Alter Employment Trends for Older Workers?

The brief’s key findings are: When COVID hit, it sharply reduced employment rates for older workers, raising concerns that many might be forced into early retirement. However,...

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I spoke to 7 executives this month. Here's how they're using AI at work.

From left to right, top to bottom: Glenn Fogel, Donna Morris, Aaron Levie, Corinne Sklar, Sravana Karnati, Francine Katsoudas, Lisa Stevens.Booking Holdings, Walmart, Box, IBM, Cisco, AonIn Septem...

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21 things you probably didn't know about '10 Things I Hate About You'

Heath Ledger in "10 Things I Hate About You."Buena Vista PicturesThe romantic comedy "10 Things I Hate About You" premiered in 1999. Its plot is based on a Shakespearean play, and there are nods to...

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People are chasing AI stocks like 'dogs chase cars' — and a crash looks certain, veteran investor Bill Smead says

Bill SmeadChristopher Goodney/Bloomberg via Getty ImagesThe AI boom is being fueled by "momentum" as investors chase huge stock gains, Bill Smead said.The value investor said surging prices and sky...

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YouTube to pay $22 million to Trump to settle post-January 6 ban case

President Donald TrumpBloomberg/Bloomberg via Getty ImagesDonald Trump and Alphabet reached an agreement in his lawsuit against YouTube.Alphabet, which owns YouTube, will pay a total of $24.5 milli...

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A financial educator shares 3 pieces of advice for investors

Sammie Ellard-King said investing in AI would be like playing at the "roulette table" for him.Sammie Ellard-KingSammie Ellard-King is a financial educator with a blog, a podcast, and soon an app.He...

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Hollywood's biggest winners and losers from Trump's potential movie tariffs

HOLLYWOOD, CA - NOVEMBER 10: General views of the Hollywood Sign on November 10, 2023 in Hollywood, California.AaronP/Bauer-Griffin/GC ImagesPresident Donald Trump proposed an addition to MAGA: MMI...

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Mark Cuban credits his billionaire success to one frugal habit: living like a broke student for years after college

Mark Cuban has said that living cheaply and avoiding lifestyle upgrades gave him the freedom to succeed.AP Photo/David ZalubowskiMark Cuban said his best investment was living like a broke student ...

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