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Betting has always been a part of human culture. In fact, in some regions like China, the earliest forms date back as early as 2300 BCE, where people used tiles for games of chance. By 200 BCE, keno slips were used in a lottery-type game to fund state projects, such as the construction of the Great Wall. And while the act of betting itself remains timeless, the way people … [Read more...] about Betting through the ages: How the industry has transformed over the past few years

Life rarely follows a smooth financial path. Unexpected events such as losing a job, facing a costly home repair, or dealing with a divorce can disrupt even well-planned budgets. In many cases, these unexpected events lead to growing debt, leaving households under severe pressure. Rising rent, soaring childcare expenses, and the increasing cost of care homes only intensify the … [Read more...] about How to Protect Your Finances from the Unexpected

Filing for divorce is rarely easy, but how you start the conversation can make all the difference. If you’re leaning toward an uncontested divorce, you’re already choosing a calmer path. To stay on that path, you need more than just paperwork. You need a plan, a little courage, and the right words. Dropping divorce forms on the coffee table with no warning? That’s not the … [Read more...] about Preparing for Peace: How to Talk to Your Spouse About an Uncontested Divorce This Month

Running a small business today means you’re constantly juggling growth, customer service, marketing, and profitability. But in the digital-first world of 2025, there’s one challenge you can’t afford to overlook: cybersecurity. Cybercrime doesn’t just target big corporations anymore—hackers know that small businesses often have weaker defences, making them prime targets. This … [Read more...] about Cybersecurity for Small Businesses: Essential Strategies

Money is going through one of the biggest changes in centuries. With the transformation of economies towards digital first models, Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) are emerging as one of the frontiers in the future of payments. From Europe's digital euro initiative to China's extensively piloted e-CNY, governments are rushing to make sure their national currencies have a … [Read more...] about From the Digital Euro to the e-CNY: How CBDCs Are Shaping the Future of Payments