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Kids and Crypto: What Binance Junior Really Teaches

December 14, 2025

Binance Junior, a new savings app for kids, has sparked debate. It's designed to be safe, with no trading options and parental controls. But the real concern isn't about the app's safety. It's about the messages it sends to young minds. Kids today already understand digital value. They trade skins

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Money Smarts for Grads: How Schools Are Prepping Teens for Real Life

December 5, 2025

In many states, high school students must now take a class on money management to graduate. This class covers important topics like saving, credit, debt, budgeting, and spotting scams. Ohio is one of these states, and the rule started for students who began ninth grade in 2022. Across the country,

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Teaching Kids About Crypto: Binance's New App Causes a Stir

December 3, 2025

Binance has introduced a new app called Binance Junior. It is designed for kids aged 6 to 17. Parents can use it to teach their children about cryptocurrency. The app is linked to the parent's main Binance account. This allows adults to control how much money their kids can spend or transfer. The a

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Fixing Finance: A Fresh Look at America's Money Woes

December 3, 2025

America's financial literacy is lacking, and the system isn't helping. Many people struggle with retirement planning, home buying, and other big money decisions. The shift from pensions to 401(k) plans has made things more complicated. Harvard's John Campbell and Imperial College London's Tarun Rama

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How the Money Game Favors the Rich

December 2, 2025

The money game is not fair. It's like a rigged contest where the rich get richer, and the poor get poorer. This is not a new idea, but it's worth talking about. The system is set up in a way that benefits those who already have money. It's like a secret club where only certain people know the rules.

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From Classroom to Business: How Two Brothers Turned Lessons into Success

November 30, 2025

Two brothers, Derek and Dominik Zirkle, initially found their high school financial literacy class dull. The course, taught by Theory Federal Credit Union, covered basic financial skills like managing accounts and understanding interest. At first, the twins weren't impressed. Their teacher had to ad

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Building Stronger Communities: How One Initiative Connects Families to Essential Resources

November 27, 2025

In a world where many families struggle to find stability, one initiative is making a difference by connecting people to the resources they need. Impact Community Supports is a non-profit organization that helps families and young people access support services, job training, and financial literacy

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Why Money Talks and We Don't

November 5, 2025

Money is a tricky subject. It's more awkward to discuss than religion, politics, or even weight. Why is that? Well, people often feel ashamed about their financial situation. They might have too much debt, a low salary, or not enough savings. But keeping these secrets can hurt relationships and fina

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Caregivers Get a Financial Boost

June 11, 2025

Financial stress is a big deal for many caregivers. They often have to manage money for both themselves and the person they care for. To tackle this issue, a new online program called "Managing Money: A Caregiver's Guide to Finances" was created. This program is designed to help caregivers understan

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Is A Credit Union The Right Move For East Ascension High School?

February 1, 2025

A debate is brewing in Ascension Parish. Officials in Ascension Public Schools want financial literacy in their school curriculum. They want to bring a credit union to East Ascension High school. The idea of financial literacy sounds good. But how far money handling skills will go is uncertain. But