Category: Finance

Nothing is more certain than death and taxes, Benjamin Franklin famously declared. And, since 1916, the federal government has imposed an estate tax on the transfer of property owned at death. But the Trump administration and Republican lawmakers may be on the verge of changing all that. GOP legislators are now considering a massive bill […]

Whether you’re using AI to write cover letters, grade papers or draft ad campaigns, you might want to think twice about telling others. That simple act of disclosure can make people trust you less, our new peer-reviewed article found. As researchers who study trust, we see this as a paradox. After all, being honest and […]

Every time you use your phone, open your computer or listen to your favorite music on AirPods, you are relying on critical minerals. These materials are the tiny building blocks powering modern life. From lithium, cobalt, nickel and graphite in batteries to gallium in telecommunication systems that enable constant connectivity, critical minerals act as the […]

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly revolutionizing our lives, interactions, and finances. It offers a transformative opportunity to boost financial inclusion, especially in emerging and developing economies (EMDEs). AI enables financial institutions to operate more efficiently and cost-effectively, improving performance and unlocking capabilities beyond human limits, particularly in terms of speed and precision. For example, AI-powered […]

Imagine a world where a single click approves a loan, insurance claims are settled in seconds, and financial advisors aren’t human, but highly intelligent machines. This is not science fiction anymore; it is the reality of today’s financial landscape. As AI continues to revolutionize the financial sector, it brings both unprecedented opportunities and unique challenges. […]

For years, there has been some hope that inclusive credit fintechs—those targeting micro and small enterprises (MSEs) with responsible digital credit—would narrow the financial inclusion gap. The expectation was that they could outperform traditional microfinance institutions (MFIs) by being faster, cheaper, more scalable, and better equipped to serve hard-to-reach clients. While some success stories have […]

The Bureau of Economic Analysis released the latest U.S. gross domestic product data on April 30. In the first three months of 2025, it said, GDP contracted by 0.3%. The GDP growth rate captures the pace at which the total value of goods and services grows or shrinks. Together with unemployment and inflation, it usually […]

European fintech venture capital (VC) funding has experienced a significant uptick, reaching $8.7 billion in 2024, a 10% increase from the previous year. This growth is attributed to several factors, including the resurgence of cryptocurrency investments and a robust pipeline of early-stage startups. Key Drivers of Growth Market Outlook The European fintech sector is poised […]

Venture capital firms are renewing calls for a tailored regulatory framework, arguing that existing investment adviser rules—originally crafted with Wall Street in mind—are stifling innovation and growth in the startup ecosystem. With a change in leadership at the White House and key financial agencies, the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) and its partners are advocating […]

Whistleblowers – people who expose wrongdoing within their organizations – play a crucial role in holding governments and corporations accountable. But speaking up can come at a cost. People who report misconduct often face retaliation, job loss or legal threats, making whistleblowing risky and challenging. And when legal protections for whistleblowers are weakened, the risks […]