Finance

For millions of Americans relying on Social Security Disability benefits, the holiday season brings both relief and anticipation. With rising living costs, many are eager to see the 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) reflected in their December payments. However, if you’re expecting a bump in your Disability check before Christmas, here’s why that won’t be the Continue reading

United Services Automobile Association (USAA) has agreed to pay $3.25 million to settle a class action lawsuit resulting from a 2021 data breach that exposed sensitive personal information. The breach, which was first detected in May 2021, led to the exposure of drivers’ license numbers and other confidential data, sparking legal action and consumer outrage. Continue reading

In one of the largest healthcare data breaches of the year, the personal and medical information of nearly half a million patients has been compromised after hackers breached the Center for Vein Restoration (CVR), a prominent medical clinic based in Maryland. The breach, which was discovered in early October, has left victims vulnerable to identity Continue reading

In a shocking discovery by cybersecurity researchers at LEAKD, 5 million U.S. credit card details, along with other sensitive personal information, have been leaked online. The culprit? An unsecured AWS S3 bucket — a type of cloud storage folder — that was left vulnerable without password protection. While data breaches often involve hacking, this incident Continue reading

San Juan and Cunupia Branches Set to Close by February 2025 Scotiabank Trinidad and Tobago has announced the closure of its San Juan and Cunupia branches, effective February 2025. These closures mark the fifth branch or service center closure in the past four years as the bank shifts its focus towards digital banking solutions. San Continue reading

In 2017, a data breach at Equifax exposed the private information of 147 million Americans, marking one of the largest data security failures in history. Now, affected individuals who previously filed valid claims may be eligible for additional settlement payments due to leftover funds from the $425 million settlement. Here’s everything you need to know Continue reading

As the year draws to a close, it’s the perfect time to take a step back and reflect—not just on personal achievements, but also on your financial journey. Amid rising costs of living and stagnant wage growth, many individuals find themselves feeling financially stretched. A recent survey from Bank of America revealed that nearly half Continue reading

With tax season just around the corner, the IRS is preparing to process returns for the 2024 tax year starting in late January 2025. Alongside this, the IRS has introduced new tax brackets and standard deductions that will impact millions of taxpayers in the United States. These annual adjustments, aimed at accounting for inflation, ensure Continue reading

The United States is stepping up its fight against counterfeit currency with a series of redesigned dollar bills set to roll out by 2025. These updates are part of the country’s ongoing efforts to ensure the security and integrity of its banknotes, which are recognized worldwide as a leading global reserve currency. Currently, the seven Continue reading

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has come under fire for a massive error uncovered by the Office of the Inspector General (OIG). Over $22.8 million was mistakenly disbursed to unintended recipients due to flaws in the Electronic Representative Payee System (eRPS). This misstep has thrown the financial stability of thousands of Americans into disarray and Continue reading