For many financial advisors, a core part of the retirement planning process involves simulating whether the client’s assets will last through retirement. Traditionally, these simulations take the form of either Monte Carlo analyses – showing the percentage of simulated outcomes in which the client finishes with assets remaining – or stress tests that assess plan … Read more
Back in 2019, I remember being surprised at a survey by toy maker Lego that asked young adults what they wanted to be when they grew up. The top answer was YouTube creator! Of the 3,000 children surveyed between the ages of 8 and 12 from the U.S., U.K., and China, a surprising 33% said they … Read more
In the space of a few weeks, Donald Trump has torpedoed the Atlantic Alliance. He has politically demolished the collective defense pact that has united Americans and Europeans since 1949. The US no longer intends to support its allies in the defense of Ukraine. In the face of aggression, they are calling it quits, making … Read more
On Thursday, researchers with the Symantec security firm reported on a collaboration that worked the other way—use by the RA World ransomware group of a “distinct toolset” that previously has been seen used only in espionage operations by a China-linked threat group. The toolset, first spotted in July, was a variant of PlugX, a custom … Read more
Allstate is here to help Southern California customers. Customers can file their claim now: Allstate policyholders affected by the wildfires can file their claim through the Allstate® Mobile app, online, by calling 1-800-54-STORM, or their local agent. Home claims: Customers can use their mobile devices or desktops to share images or live video of their home damage with an … Read more