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Oct 29 2025FINANCE

The Growing Threat of Fake Identity Fraud

Financial fraud is evolving, and one of the most alarming trends is synthetic identity fraud. This type of fraud, often referred to as "Frankenstein fraud, " involves creating a fake identity by combining real and fabricated information. Unlike traditional identity theft, where a criminal steals and

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Jul 03 2025FINANCE

Financial Markets and Global Risks: A Closer Look

Financial markets are like a big, interconnected web. When one part shakes, the rest feels it too. This is especially true when it comes to health scares and political tensions. Let's dive into how these factors affect different investments, like oil, gas, gold, and even Bitcoin. First, think about

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Jun 12 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Costs of Head and Neck Cancer

Financial stress is a big problem for people with head and neck cancer. Most studies look at this issue at just one moment in time. This approach misses out on the long-term effects. It's like taking a snapshot instead of watching a movie. The full story of financial stress in cancer patients is

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Jun 11 2025HEALTH

Caregivers Get a Financial Boost

Financial stress is a big deal for many caregivers. They often have to manage money for both themselves and the person they care for. To tackle this issue, a new online program called "Managing Money: A Caregiver's Guide to Finances" was created. This program is designed to help caregivers understan

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May 29 2025FINANCE

The Power of a Small Safety Net

Financial security is often seen as a distant dream, especially when people think it requires a fortune. However, recent findings highlight a different reality. Having just $2, 000 set aside for unexpected costs can significantly boost financial well-being. This sum can provide a sense of security t

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May 14 2025FINANCE

The Hidden Risks of Trading

Financial trading has become a hot topic in psychology. It is often compared to behavioral addictions. This is a big deal because it means trading can be just as harmful as gambling or gaming. But here is the thing. Most studies jump to conclusions without a solid foundation. They assume trading is

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Jan 15 2025FINANCE

FinTech & Bank Growth: Exploring the TOPSIS Approach

Financial Technology, or FinTech, is changing how banks operate. HR skills, new services, and company growth all play vital roles. But the banking sector faces complex challenges due to the many factors involved. This research dives into these challenges and shows how we can make smart decisions usi

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Dec 15 2024FINANCE

How AI is Helping Investors Plan Their Future

Financial planning isn't one-size-fits-all, and traditional algorithms often struggle with complex data. That's where reinforcement learning comes in. This type of machine learning can handle complex datasets better than traditional methods. Vanguard is using deep reinforcement learning to help cli

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Nov 29 2024FINANCE

Checking Risk Models with the Mosaic Permutation Test

Financial companies use fundamental factor models to understand how asset returns are connected and to manage risk. But after big events like COVID-19, analysts might wonder if their risk models still fit well. Specifically, they want to know if, after accounting for known factors, the leftover part

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Nov 20 2024FINANCE

Blending Old and New: How Double Exponential Smoothing and Deep Learning Team Up to Predict Stock Prices

Financial markets are getting smarter with the blend of modern deep learning (DL) and classic time series forecasting methods. Researchers have created a unique hybrid model to predict stock prices for General Electric (GE), Microsoft (MSFT), and Amazon (AMZN). This model combines Double Exponential

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