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A key component of Mehede’s plan is the development of Bangladesh’s first freelancing marketplace exclusively for retirees 24 December, 2024, 07:30 pm Last modified: 24 December, 2024, 07:36 pm According to Mehede, research and development are essential to succeed in such competitions. Photo: Courtesy “> According to Mehede, research and development are essential to succeed in such competitions. Photo: Courtesy During a Product Planning and Development course project, Emam Mehede Hassan, a Marketing student at the University of Dhaka, pitched an idea about how to simplify post-retirement planning for retirees and offer them opportunities to earn even after retirement. Unfortunately,…

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SAN ANTONIO – The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency hit USAA with a cease-and-desist order on Dec. 18 regarding what the national bank regulator describes as “new or continuing violations” by USAA Federal Savings Bank.The bank is part of the San Antonio-based insurance and financial services company USAA.The order alleges the bank has engaged in “unsafe or unsound practices, including those related to management, earnings, information technology, consumer compliance and internal audit; suspicious activity reporting violations; and noncompliance with guidelines establishing heightened standards applicable to the bank.”The order replaces cease-and-desist orders issued against the bank in January…

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WASHINGTON (AP) — Russell Hedrick, a North Carolina farmer, flies drones to spray fertilizers on his corn, soybean and wheat fields at a fraction of what it would cost him to use a conventional ground spreader.As a volunteer rescuer, Hedrick uses thermal drones to search for people trapped by mudslides and cargo drones to send water and baby formula to those who are stranded — something he did after Hurricane Helene.Now he is fretting that one day he will have to ground his drone fleet. Most commercial drones sold in the United States, including those used by Hedrick, are made…

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A general view of the Federal Reserve Building in Washington, United States.Samuel Corum | Anadolu Agency | Getty ImagesThe biggest banks are planning to sue the Federal Reserve over the annual bank stress tests, according to a person familiar with the matter. A lawsuit is expected this week and could come as soon as Tuesday morning, the person said.The Fed’s stress test is an annual ritual that forces banks to maintain adequate cushions for bad loans and dictates the size of share repurchases and dividends.After the market close on Monday, the Federal Reserve announced in a statement that it is…

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In 2024, more than 76 million people in the U.S. earned their income through freelance work, and this number is only expected to increase. Fiverr has become a go-to platform for freelancers to offer their services and connect with clients worldwide. However, the overwhelming number of freelancers using Fiverr can make it difficult to earn money. When I first started on the platform as a freelance content writer, I only made $600 in six months. But other Fiverr freelancers have made thousands on the platform. Let’s look at how to make money on Fiverr and the steps…

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According to recent media news, MicroStrategy’s upcoming special shareholder meeting, where a vote will determine whether to increase outstanding shares from 330 million to 10.33 billion. MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin accumulation has attracted many new companies to follow the path; however, things at his den are unfavorable. With an argument that such hoarding would disrupt the company’s financial position, many shareholders denied Michael Saylor’s accumulation plans earlier. Will Saylor’s special proposal change the company’s fate? Well, that will be answered in the future. Until then, let’s sit back and read on to the proposal and community reaction. What’s in the 21/21 Plan?The 21/21 plan aims…

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Freelancers thrive on flexibility, from choosing projects to setting schedules, but managing finances can be challenging. Digital bank Maya offers tools tailored to freelancers, helping them handle their money effectively while focusing on their work. One highlight is free PayPal transfers, allowing freelancers to access their earnings without deductions or delays. Maya even provides a ₱250 cashback for users transferring at least ₱15,000 from PayPal, ensuring freelancers retain more of their hard-earned money. For those looking to grow their income, Maya Savings offers up to 15% annual interest, turning earnings into additional funds. Freelancers can also set up Personal…

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