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Influential Fiscal Policy Analyst Karen Petrou Dies at 72
Her insights on financial regulations and monetary policy guided big banks and Washington policymakers.

MGM Resorts and BetMGM Pledge $1M for Safer Sports Betting
Funding will support research, public education, and expanded employee training on responsible gaming.
Travelers Rack Up Hundreds of Thousands in Airline Points Through Glitch
A British Airways shopping portal briefly offered a 250% return on purchases at Kate Spade, leading some shoppers to spend thousands.
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Feathery Launches One-Click Schwab Account Opening via API
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The Forge Companies Acquires Capital Now Funding, Expanding Financial Solutions
Strategic acquisition strengthens financial services available to plaintiff attorneys and their clients.
Mar. 9, 2026
DOJ Reaches Deal to End Halkbank Case
Turkish state-owned bank accused of Iran sanctions violations
Mar. 9, 2026
Court Rules Liberty Mutual Not Liable for Cannabis Facility Explosion
Marijuana exclusion in commercial policy bars insurer's duty to defend lawsuit over butane leak incident.
Mar. 9, 2026
Susquehanna-Backed Smarkets Enters U.S. Prediction Market Race
The profitable UK betting exchange has filed for CFTC licenses, joining Polymarket, Kalshi and Robinhood in a market that saw $3.1 billion bet on one event.
Mar. 9, 2026
Turkey's Halkbank, U.S. Justice Department Agree to Resolve Criminal Charges
Judge says the two sides have reached an agreement to end the long-running case.
Mar. 9, 2026
Leading Asset Managers Join Corastone Platform as Investors
Fidelity Investments, Future Standard, and Hamilton Lane invest in private markets infrastructure provider
Mar. 9, 2026
Federal Court Affirms Dismissal of Hail Damage Claim Due to Uncertain Loss Date
Cutchall v. Chubb Lloyds Insurance Company case highlights importance of establishing specific storm date for coverage
Mar. 9, 2026
California Charges 14 in $1.8M Luxury Car Tax Evasion Scheme
The state's crackdown on the 'Montana license plate loophole' leads to felony charges against individuals and dealers.
Mar. 9, 2026
New York City Finalizes SHIELD Rule for Debt Collection Practices
The new rule imposes significant compliance obligations on debt collectors and original creditors operating in NYC.
Mar. 9, 2026
Halkbank, Bank of America Suits Proceed in SDNY
Legal Aid keeps its Big Law backing, lessons are learned from NJ Transit's defeat, and a sliver of millionaires say to tax them more.
Mar. 9, 2026
PNC Bank to Open New Woodlawn Branch, Close Towson University Location
The bank is shaking up its branch network in Baltimore County
Mar. 9, 2026
South Plains Financial details $478M in 2025 community lending
The bank holding company also reports 4,119 employee volunteer hours and $180K in nonprofit rewards.
Mar. 9, 2026
Mountain America Credit Union and Humane Society of Utah Celebrate Successful Match Challenge
Partnership raises more than $78,000 to support lifesaving animal care statewide
Mar. 9, 2026
Waco Resident Claims $1 Million Scratch Ticket Prize
Top prize from Texas Lottery's Million Dollar Loteria game was purchased at local convenience store.
Mar. 8, 2026
States Clash with Prediction Markets Over Sports Betting Laws
Online platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket face legal battles with states over circumventing gambling regulations.
Mar. 8, 2026
Former Goldman Sachs CEO Reflects on Wall Street Crises
Lloyd Blankfein writes about his rise from public housing to the top of finance in new memoir
Mar. 8, 2026
Rosen Law Firm Encourages Mereo BioPharma Investors to Secure Counsel Before Deadline
Investors who purchased Mereo ADSs between June 2023 and December 2025 may be eligible for compensation.
Mar. 8, 2026
ROSEN Law Firm Encourages Mereo BioPharma Investors to Secure Counsel Before Deadline
Investors have until April 6, 2026 to join securities class action lawsuit against Mereo BioPharma Group plc
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