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A credit default swap (CDS) is a financial derivative contract between two parties. The buyer of the CDS makes a series of payments to the seller, and in exchange, the seller agrees to pay the buyer in the event of a loan default. Credit default swaps are typically used to protect against the risk of a borrower defaulting on their loan. By buying a CDS, the buyer is essentially taking out an insurance policy on the borrower's loan. There are many different types of CDS contracts, and they can be used to hedge against a variety of risks. This news and analysis section covers the latest news, trends and developments in the credit default swap market.
Quantum Computing Poses Looming Threat to Bitcoin Security in 2025 and Beyond By Harshita Sarda Quantum computing poses a threat to Bitcoin’s security by potentially compromising ECDSA signatures and SHA-256 hashing. Full-scale quantum attacks are likely 10–20 years away, but legacy wallets with exposed public keys are vulnerable sooner. Post-quantum cryptography and proactive upgrades are […]
It has come to our attention that confusion exists as to how qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) impact one’s taxes. It is said that QCDs can reduce adjusted gross income (AGI). But is this true? Yes, it is true…but there is more to the story. Simply “doing a QCD” is not a magic AGI-reduction bullet.
If you are thinking about doing a qualified charitable distribution (QCD) for 2025, time is running out. The deadline is December 31, 2025. Many people miss out on this valuable tax break.Here are 5 things you need to know about 2025 QCDs: