Financial planning news from around the web: Aug. 20 – 24, 2018

When it comes to regulating AI in financial services, murky waters are ahead
Amid all the excitement about the potential uses of artificial intelligence in financial advice, there is still a lot of uncertainty about how this new technology will fit into the existing regulatory framework governing financial services firms.

Millennials ages 25-34 have $42,000 in debt, and most of it isn’t from student loans
Millennials between the ages of 25 and 34 have an average of $42,000 in debt each, according to a new study. The biggest source? Credit card debt.

How good tax planning can reduce the cost of higher education
For many, the cost of higher education can be offset by federal income tax credits. Like seemingly everything else in the tax code, tax breaks are complicated and require advance planning and coordination by students and parents alike. Here's what families with college-bound students need to know about filing taxes.

Technology aiding firms in adopting financial planning offerings
Market forces are making planning as important as investment management, and firms across the industry are rethinking their services.

Tech Corner - The best portable battery packs for every situation
Your smartphone is kind of like a supervillain: it’s super-intelligent and has fantastic capabilities, but it’s also insanely hungry for power. Feed it on the go with these picks for the best portable battery chargers.