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Plaid, Perplexity launch AI-powered portfolio tool

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Plaid and Perplexity debut Portfolio, an AI tool that links brokerage accounts for personalised, conversational investment insights.
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Bitdefender unmasks global Meta investment scam ads

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Bitdefender exposes 26,000 Meta ads in 25 countries pushing fake investment schemes, impersonating banks, media and public figures.
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The future of financial literacy for women

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Women-led AI tools are reshaping financial literacy, turning money anxiety into empowerment and building a fairer digital economy.
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Fintech must match tech progress with true inclusion

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Women in fintech say inclusion tech is advancing faster than culture, warning against hollow celebration while pushing for real structural change.
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International Women's Day - women, confidence, and the credit gap

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Ahead of International Women's Day, new research exposes how shattered confidence, bias and complexity fuel a stubborn credit gap for women.
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Why fintech must design with women's needs in mind

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Women are demanding, well-informed investors; designing products around their needs boosts returns, loyalty and overall customer experience.
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Financial justice starts with knowledge: Why women's financial wellbeing must be our priority

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On International Women's Day 2026, Give to Gain calls for women's financial knowledge and autonomy to be treated as a fundamental right.
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Hybrid lending model key to Canada's financial future

Sat, 31st Jan 2026
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Canada's lending future is going hybrid as Money Mart doubles down on both mobile apps and 420-plus branches to widen access.
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Atlantis Lab unveils self-custody crypto control hub

Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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Singapore's Atlantis Lab has launched Atlantis, a web hub unifying crypto wallets and exchanges while keeping users in full self-custody control.
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ANPA to invest up to USD $50 million in EDU tokens for EduFi push

Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
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ANPA will invest up to USD $50 million in EDU tokens, partnering with Open Campus and Animoca Brands to boost blockchain education finance.
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Halifax's fintech legacy inspires new inclusive community group

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Finclusiv Edge, a new non-profit in Halifax, draws on the city's legacy as the birthplace of major banks to foster inclusive fintech conversations and collaboration.
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CIBC & TELUS launch $2 million bursary for Black students

Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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CIBC and TELUS have launched a $2 million bursary supporting up to 500 Black students in Canada with education and career development resources.
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Edwin named Digital Learning Platform of the Year for 2025

Thu, 5th Jun 2025
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Nelson's Edwin has been named Digital Learning Platform of the Year 2025 by EdTech Breakthrough for its innovative curriculum tools and classroom support.
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IWD 2025: The next billion users - Why Women will shape the future of Fintech

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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As women increasingly shape financial landscapes, fintech firms have a crucial opportunity to design tailored solutions that meet their unique needs and aspirations.