The National Federation of Independent Businesses has joined a coalition of business organizations in filing suit to challenge Minnesota’s new 14-point independent contractor test. The suit, fil...
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The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) launched a task force dedicated to advancing clear rules for innovators building novel products and technologies within U.S. derivatives markets. ...
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Legislation recently introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives would improve student loan repayment outcomes, increase accountability for institutions of higher education, and ensure colleges de...
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Oregon Coast Bank is acquiring Connect Community Bank and its branches located in Raymond and Long Beach, Wash. The acquisition will add approximately $70 million in assets, including $60 million i...
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U.S. Sens. Chris Coons (D-DE) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) introduced legislation recently to address fraudulent credit repair scams that exploit consumers with false promises and high fees. The legi...
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The Office of the Financial Stability Oversight Council and the U.S. Treasury Department’s Artificial Intelligence Transformation Office recently launched a public-private initiative that will suppo...
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Independent Bank is acquiring HCB Financial, the parent company of Highpoint Community Bank, in a cash and stock deal valued at approximately $70.2 million. The partnership combines two Michigan co...
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KeyBank launched a five-person Middle Market commercial banking team in Atlanta. The team will serve middle market companies with $10 million to $1 billion in annual revenues, spanning manufacturin...
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An interagency agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the U.S. Department of Education will enhance the administration of federal student aid programs. In the multi-phase Federal...
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The Trump administration recently issued a national legislative framework for the use of artificial intelligence or AI. This framework addresses six key objectives: Protecting Children and Emp...
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