Big banks in the U. S. are facing a lot of questions lately. People are wondering if these banks are being fair when they close accounts. This is called "debanking. " It's a big deal because it affects many businesses and individuals. The government is paying close attention. They want to make sure
The Department of Education (ED) recently updated its list of "professional" graduate degrees eligible for higher student loan limits. This change has sparked debate. Only eleven degrees made the cut, leaving many others, like nursing and accounting, out in the cold. Some people are upset. They thi
US banks just got the green light to dive deeper into crypto. The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) recently announced that national banks can now act as middlemen in crypto trades. This means banks can buy crypto from one customer and sell it to another, without actually holding onto
A heated debate is unfolding in Washington, D. C. , as lawmakers consider changing rules to allow cryptocurrencies in 401(k) retirement accounts. On one side, the crypto industry sees this as a chance to open up new investment opportunities. On the other, labor unions are raising concerns about the
The U. S. is falling behind in the crypto revolution. While other countries are setting clear rules, the U. S. is stuck in a legal mess. This isn't just a problem for crypto fans. It's a big deal for the economy, national security, and everyday people who invest in digital assets. Right now, the ru
In a bold move, several crypto organizations have stood up against Citadel Securities' push for stricter rules on decentralized finance (DeFi), particularly when it comes to tokenized stocks. The clash began when Citadel sent a letter to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), urging them not
States are stepping up their game in the world of consumer finance. For a long time, Washington, D. C. was the main hub for enforcing rules in this area. But now, state attorneys general, banking departments, and legislatures are taking on more responsibility. This shift is changing the regulatory l
In a recent online gathering, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) head Lee Zeldin attempted to smooth things over with the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) group. He promised to give them a say in decisions and keep the lines of communication open. But this crowd was not easily won over. Just day
California is not happy with Trump's new AI rules. Just hours after Trump signed an order to stop states from making their own AI laws, Governor Gavin Newsom spoke up. He said the order is more about helping big tech companies than promoting real innovation. Newsom called out Trump and his AI advis
The cannabis world is buzzing with talk that Donald Trump might change how marijuana is seen by the federal government. Right now, the law puts pot in the same category as drugs that are super addictive and have no medical use. But if Trump makes a move, that could change. Some people in the cannab
