AI Overview In 2026, Mastercard introduced stricter enforcement within its Merchant Monitoring Program to combat fraudulent and deceptive eCommerce websites. The new rules require acquirers to investigate suspicious merchants within 72 hours and shut down confirmed scam operations immediately. While designed to eliminate fake websites and phishing scams, these changes significantly impact legitimate businesses—especially in […]
When it comes to simplifying complex topics, everyone loves an easy to remember rule of thumb. But there’s one rule we can do without—and not surprisingly, it’s a favorite on Wall Street. We’re talking about the “8x rule”, the financial services industry’s favorite guideline for how much money you’ll need stashed away for retirement. The formula suggests you’ll need eight times your annual salary saved by the age of 60 to […]
The call went to voicemail. You tried twice more. By the third time, you weren’t thinking about the cost of anything — you were thinking about whether to call the police. This happens. Most of the time, everything is fine. Your parent was gardening, or napping, or on the phone with a neighbor. But the […]
Navigating the world of Medicare can feel like trying to read a map in a foreign language. But don’t worry – I’m here to help you make sense of it all, especially when it comes to supplemental Medicare coverage. If you’re in Chattanooga, TN, or nearby, and you’re eligible for Medicare, this post is your […]
You can advertise in Superpowers for Good. Click to learn more. Each week, Superpowers for Good shares a curated list of new investment offerings added to FINRA-registered crowdfunding portals and by broker-dealers. Using the SuperCrowd Classification Policy, we highlight offerings that qualify for Social Impact, Women in Leadership, and Underrepresented Founder Leadership based on publicly […]
During a recent episode of Beyond Coaching, my co-host Dustin and I got into a conversation about motivation. I had been listening to Shane Parrish’s Knowledge Project podcast, where Parrish admitted something about his own book hitting the New York Times bestseller list. His first thought wasn’t gratitude. It was: I proved that person wrong. […]
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with jazz singer, songwriter, actress, and charismatic entertainer Rachel Sutton. We dive into her brand-new 2026 album Realms, a project that captures the magic of her live performances while adding rich studio nuance and musical depth. Rachel shares insights into her journey through jazz, […]
I think we have such an advantage in this day and age with social media and blogs. You get to discover so many different types of fashion and style that can become an inspired style. I’ve shared many ideas in the past about how it’s not about copying an outfit piece-for-piece, it’s about noticing the […]
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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. On this episode, we talk with international jazz pianist, composer, and humanitarian Monika Herzig about her 2026 album Transparent. Known for blending artistry with purpose, Monika continues her tradition of using music as a platform for meaningful expression. Transparent is a deeply personal and […]
