Sharding is a method of making a database more manageable for computers. This technique has been used in many modern applications but its use in blockchain is still relatively new. Sharding is important when it comes to crypto because many networks have difficulty scaling. Some of the largest blockchain networks, like Ethereum, are considering sharding […]
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U.S. Dollar Coin (USDC) is one of the most popular stablecoins â a type of cryptocurrency that keeps its price pegged to the same price as another asset, in this case, the U.S. dollar. Stablecoins have a variety of use cases and continue to grow in terms of trading volume and market cap. In 2021, […]
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If your child has been diagnosed with a disability, heed these four steps to financial planning for parents with special needs kids.
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While assuming a mortgage may be different than taking out a traditional home loan, it may offer benefits to select homebuyers â if they know how an assumable mortgage loan works and how to land the best deal possible. What Is an Assumable Mortgage? Assuming a mortgage simply means that in a home sale transaction, […]
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There are a few different options when it comes to financing a college education, and itâs important to understand the pros and cons of each. Then, youâll likely be better able to develop a funding strategy that fits your unique situation. Depending on your academic qualifications, you may have been awarded scholarships or grants, which […]
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You can now order four free at-home COVID tests from the federal government, regardless of whether you have health insurance. A new website, covidtests.gov, went live on Tuesday, Jan. 18, one day ahead of schedule. The website allows every home in the U.S. to order four free rapid antigen tests that deliver results in 30 [â¦]
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Millions of people use 401(k) accounts to save for retirement each year. These tax-advantaged savings accounts invest your money in long-term mutual funds, stocks, bonds and other securities to grow your nest egg over time. But thereâs a catch: You can only open a 401(k) at work â and not all employers offer them. In [â¦]
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Can you work while on disability? Yes, but there are a lot of rules. We asked the experts about how to navigate working while receiving disability benefits.
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