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Digital Payment Revolution: Keep Up or Get Left Behind
Digital payment systems are reshaping the way we handle transactions today. With the rapid growth of technology and changing consumer…
Swedan Margen
Swedan Margen contributes to Cosmopolitan Canada across fashion, style, culture, and entertainment.
The work spans trend coverage, cultural conversation, and stories drawn from the publication's editorial partners, with source attribution provided within individual articles where applicable.
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Malaysia central bank sees significant growth hurdles ahead
Malaysia’s central bank said growth risks loom large in its monetary policy considerations, as brewing global trade disputes and…
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BOJ to raise rates if price outlooks to be achieved, deputy governor says
The Bank of Japan would continue raising interest rates if the central bank’s outlooks on the economy and prices are likely to be…
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Nvidia investors look to CEO keynote to keep rebound going
Nvidia shareholders are hoping that a keynote speech from chief executive Jensen Huang can deliver enough optimism to help sustain the…
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Business Equipment: Asset or Liability?
Understanding the nature of your equipment is key to managing your finances when running a business. Equipment plays a vital role in…
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S-Reits surge as banks decline; see beginnings of a rebound
Trade tensions in global markets were evident in the performance of global banks in recent weeks. The Singapore trio of DBS, OCBC and UOB…
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Career Coaches: Worth the Money?
Are you considering hiring a career coach but unsure if it’s worth the expense? You’re not alone. Many people hesitate to invest in…
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Living Will vs. Regular Will: The Difference Could Save Your Life
When it comes to planning for the future, understanding the difference between a living will and a regular will is vital. While they may…
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Musk tells Tesla employees to hold on to their stock amid protests
Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk told employees to hold on to their stock and stay optimistic amid a series of blows to his company’s…
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UOB CEO Wee Ee Cheong’s 2024 pay down 5.5% at S$15 million despite record net profit
UOB chief executive officer Wee Ee Cheong’s annual salary for 2024 dipped, despite the bank reporting a record net profit for the full…
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Majority of Chocolate Finance withdrawals have been paid out
As at Friday (Mar 21), all redemption requests that Chocolate Finance received between Mar 10 and the 1 pm cut-off on Mar 18 have been…
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Musk urges Tesla employees to hold stock despite 50% drop in 3 months
Elon Musk sought to reassure Tesla employees during what he referred to “a little bit of stormy weather,” after the carmaker’s shares…
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OpenAI takes its pitch to Hollywood creatives after launching controversial video tool
Just months after OpenAI launched its controversial text-to-video artificial intelligence tool Sora for the general paying public, the…
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Meituan’s revenue jumps 20% in a boost for global expansion
Meituan’s quarterly revenue climbed 20 per cent, suggesting the Chinese meal delivery leader is successfully fending off new domestic…
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Toyota’s new R&D unit signals its sharper India focus
Toyota Motor is setting up its first research and development (R&D) centre in India through its local unit, sources familiar with the…
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Volkswagen is cutting thousands of jobs but still dwarfs global rivals
Job cuts are coming thick and fast from Volkswagen (VW). Just since December, it’s announced plans to reduce its German workforce by…
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Tesla recalls most Cybertrucks due to trim detaching from vehicle
Tesla is recalling nearly all Cybertrucks in the United States to fix an exterior panel that could detach while driving, the company said…
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China’s restaurants race to the bottom in deflation-hit economy
In a dilapidated warehouse on the outskirts of the Chinese capital, businessman An Dawei inspected rows of giant fridges, industrial hobs…
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Professional References: The Right Way to Ask
Asking for professional references can feel a bit overwhelming. You want to make sure you choose the right people and ask them in a way…
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Fast-Track Divorce: When Both Sides Agree
Divorce can be a tough journey, but when both partners agree on things, it can go a lot smoother. An uncontested divorce is when both…
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New Hire Surveys That Actually Tell You Something
When onboarding new employees, getting the correct feedback is key. New hire surveys can help you understand how newcomers feel about…
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Truck Accidents Are Not Generally Attributable to the Driver
Truck accidents are often seen as resulting from driver error, but many factors beyond a driver’s control contribute to these incidents.…
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Probate Court Explained: Why Everyone Tries to Avoid It
Probate can be a dreaded word for many people. It refers to the court process that handles the distribution of a deceased person’s assets…
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Zero Business Activity? Why You Still Need to File Taxes
If you have an inactive LLC, you might think you can skip filing taxes this year. But that’s not the case. Even if your business hasn’t…