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Worried about cyberattacks on mutual funds? Learn how to protect your investments, track your data, and stay safe in case of digital breaches. In April 2025, a cyberattack on Nippon India Mutual Fund sent shockwaves through India’s investing community. As one of the country’s largest asset management companies (AMCs), Nippon is trusted by millions. When their systems went down — making it impossible for investors to access portfolios or perform transactions — it raised serious questions about safety, transparency, and investor protection in the digital era. While Nippon stated that investor money and data were not affected, the event left…
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An insurance agent talks with clients inside a shopping center in Miami, on Dec. 5, 2023. Once someone enrolls in an Affordable Care Act plan, they can get help with sticky insurance issues from caseworkers at the federal government. Many caseworkers were cut in the recent round of federal layoffs. Rebecca Blackwell/AP hide caption toggle caption Rebecca Blackwell/AP They’re the fixers, the ones who step in when Affordable Care Act enrollees have a problem with their coverage, like a newborn incorrectly left off a policy or discovering that a rogue broker had signed them up or switched their plan without…
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On Monday, April 21, U.S. markets closed lower as President Trump intensified his criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, raising fresh concerns over the central bank’s independence. Tech stocks led the sell-off, pulling all major indexes into negative territory. Ongoing trade tensions with China weighed on investor sentiment while anticipation built around upcoming corporate earnings reports. All 11 sectors in the S&P 500 ended the day in the red, with energy, consumer discretionary, and information technology stocks posting the largest losses. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 2.48% to 38,170.41, the S&P 500 declined 2.36% to 5,158.20, and the…
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Image by Richard Sagredo Much of the case against traditional wills rests on the availability of non-probate transfer options. These are tools that allow assets to pass directly to beneficiaries without going through court or requiring a will at all. Payable-on-death accounts, transfer-on-death deeds, and joint ownership arrangements can accomplish what a will typically does, often faster and with less expense. These options have become increasingly popular among seniors who want to ensure their estates are handled simply and privately. Unlike wills, which must go through probate, non-probate transfers take effect immediately upon death. For individuals with straightforward estates and…
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In this Aug. 7, 2009 file photo, Argentina’s Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio gives a Mass outside the San Cayetano church where an Argentine flag hangs behind in Buenos Aires, Argentina. (AP Photo/Natacha Pisarenko, file) BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Jorge Mario Bergoglio, born in Buenos Aires, never set foot in his homeland after becoming Pope Francis in 2013. That left many of the faithful in Argentina feeling puzzled and snubbed by the world’s first Latin American pope. Article continues after this advertisement Francis, who died Monday, said little about his decision to steer clear of Argentina. But Vatican insiders and interlocutors said the pontiff…
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This post is part of a series sponsored by AgentSync. In the complex and ever-evolving world of life and annuity (L&A) compliance, efficiency isn’t a luxury, it’s a critical factor in an organization’s success. One of the most overlooked but essential components of smooth producer onboarding is contract request management. Without an integrated system to manage this process, carriers face unnecessary delays, increased administrative costs, and operational risks that hinder the ability to write policy and scale effectively. The bottleneck in contract request management For many L&A carriers, the producer contract request process is plagued by inefficiency and disconnected data.…
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Finding reliable funding can be one of the biggest challenges for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Whether you’re launching a startup, expanding your team, or investing in new technology, securing a grant can offer the boost you need—without taking on debt. That’s why we’re here every week with the latest verified small business grant opportunities from across the country. From local government initiatives to national programs and private sector funding, our goal is to connect you with real, actionable funding that fits your needs. Here’s this week’s roundup of small business grants you can apply for right now: Gran Coramino…
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When it comes to losing fat, most people immediately think of sweating it out through intense workouts or rigorous dieting. But there is a lesser-known yet incredibly effective element at play. It is your fat-burning heart rate. This is not just any random number; it is a specific pulse at which your body taps into its stored fat reserves for energy rather than relying solely on carbohydrates. However, not everyone’s ideal heart rate for weight loss is the same. Factors such as age, fitness level, genetics, and even daily stress levels influence your optimal heart rate for fat loss. That…
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Justin Thomas emerged victorious at Harbour Town on Sunday as he picked up his 16th career PGA Tour victory at the RBC Heritage. It took a playoff hole to get there, the fifth playoff on Tour this season, but that only added to the intensity of it all. Interestingly the event marked the 250th start of Thomas’ career so a conversion on 16 of them puts his career winning percentage at 6.4%. Putting it that way may sound paltry, but this is professional golf where winning is extraordinarily difficult. Context is required. Consider that Thomas is still only 31 years…