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Tech
Bengaluru-based Xflow, which facilitates B2B cross-border payments, raised a $16.6M Series A led by GC at an $85M valuation, bringing its total raised to $32M+ (Jagmeet Singh/TechCrunch)
Jagmeet Singh / TechCrunch: Bengaluru-based Xflow, which facilitates B2B cross-border payments, raised a $16.6M Series A led by GC at an $85M valuation, bringing its total raised to $32M+ — Xflow, an Indian fintech startup, has secured backing from both Stripe and PayPal Ventures in a $16.6 million funding round. Source link
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Business
Stablecoins could finally bring cross-border payments into the digital age: XTransfer CEO Bill Deng
Bill Deng, CEO of China-based fintech platform XTransfer, thinks stablecoins can help finally digitize business-to-business transactions, often still stuck in a world of PDFs and emails. Much of cross-border trade now operates around the clock. Ports, airports, and fulfillment centers work at all hours of the day. But “when it comes to money, there’s no 24/7 infrastructure,” Deng complained during…
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Money
9 Frontline Jobs That Are Dominating the Market in 2026 (and Resisting Automation)
GagliardiImages / Shutterstock.com As artificial intelligence continues to reshape the workplace, many jobs still require people to be physically present, make judgment calls, and work directly with others. According to Monster’s new Frontline Labor Report, these roles are not only holding steady but driving hiring demand in 2026. Based on an analysis of millions of job postings on Monster throughout…
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Checking in a Second Bag Could Now Cost You More on American Airlines
It pays to plan ahead on American Airlines – and you may pay extra if you don’t. Customers who prepay for checked luggage can now get a $5 discount on their first and second bags for domestic U.S. and select international flights. Prepayment is available up until 2 hours before departure. However, if you wait to pay in person at the airport, a second checked bag will now cost you more on those same itineraries. This specifically applies to flights within the U.S., including Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S. territories of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. It…
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Money
Unfair Taxes and the Bill That Aims to Fix It
The Social Security Fairness Act signed at the beginning of 2025 is now unfair, at least when it comes to taxes, according to some representatives in Congress. The Social Security Fairness Act eliminated the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO), which reduced Social Security benefits for about 3.2 million public-sector retirees who also receive pension income. The law’s effective date was…
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Tax Refunds Are Big This Year, IRS Data Show. Here’s How Big.
The number of tax returns the IRS has received so far this tax season is down from last year, but refunds are up double digits, IRS data show. The average refund through Feb. 6 was $2,290, up nearly 11% from $2,065 at the same time in 2025 while total returns received fell 5.2%. The IRS noted refund numbers should rise…
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6 Low-Stress Side Hustles That Don’t Require a Car or a Degree
You don’t need a master’s degree or a vehicle to build a reliable second income stream. While the gig economy is often associated with driving for rideshare apps or delivering food, some of the best opportunities require nothing more than a reliable internet connection and a bit of spare time. If you are looking to pad your savings or offset…
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How to Qualify for the New $25,000 Tip Deduction on 2025 Taxes
Roughly 6 million people reported income from tips on federal income tax returns in the past — and you can bet they’ll jump at the chance to see a bigger refund by claiming a new deduction on tip income on 2025 federal returns. We’re talking about waitstaff, food servers, fast food and counter workers, barbers and hairdressers. And bakers, blackjack…
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Gotta Catch ‘Em All! Logan Paul Sells Pokémon Card for $16.4 Million
How much would you pay for an ultra-rare Pokémon card? On Feb. 16, YouTube creator turned WWE personality Logan Paul sold a 1998 Pokémon Pikachu Illustrator card, encased in a custom diamond necklace, for $16,492,000 in a Goldin online auction. Bidding for the one-of-a-kind card and accessory began on Feb. 15 at $13.3 million. Solari Capital Founder AJ Scaramucci was…
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Tire Franchise: A Profitable Path in the Automotive Service Industry
Investing in a tire franchise is an increasingly attractive opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to enter the resilient automotive service market. As drivers keep their vehicles longer and prioritize routine maintenance, the demand for reliable tire services continues to grow. A tire franchise provides a proven, scalable business model that combines essential automotive care with strong brand support—ideal for both seasoned…
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