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WTO committee plans session on AI, semiconductors, and regulatory transparency
By Globe Banner | Oct 2, 2025
The World Trade Organization’s Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee is preparing for a series of thematic sessions on November 11, focusing on critical emerging technologies, the role of metrology in trade, and good regulatory practices.
IMF completes sixth review under credit facility arrangement for Nepal
By Globe Banner | Oct 2, 2025
On October 1, 2025, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed its sixth review under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement for Nepal.
Nordea Bank schedules Q3 2025 results release for October 16
By Globe Banner | Oct 2, 2025
Nordea Bank has announced that it will release its third-quarter results for 2025 on Thursday, October 16.
IMF reviews Zimbabwe's economic outlook after Article IV consultation
By Globe Banner | Oct 2, 2025
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed its 2025 Article IV consultation with Zimbabwe, following discussions on the country’s economic situation and policy direction.
Meta introduces public communities feature on Threads for shared interests
By Globe Banner | Oct 2, 2025
Meta has announced the introduction of communities on Threads, its social platform.
WTO committee to address AI, semiconductors, and metrology in upcoming thematic sessions
By Globe Banner | Oct 2, 2025
The World Trade Organization's Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee has reviewed ongoing work on transparency and discussed topics including artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and metrology in trade.
IMF Managing Director addresses resilience at GCC ministerial meeting in Kuwait
By Globe Banner | Oct 2, 2025
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva addressed the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Ministers of Finance and Central Bank Governors in Kuwait, focusing on the theme “Enhancing GCC Resilience to Global Shocks.”...
Hope Federal acquires Atlanta-based credit union; deposits remain federally insured
By Globe Banner | Oct 2, 2025
1st Choice Credit Union, based in Atlanta, Georgia, has merged into Hope Federal Credit Union of Jackson, Mississippi.
U.S. Embassy in Cuba limits website updates amid funding lapse
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
Due to a lapse in appropriations, the U.S. Embassy in Cuba has announced that its website will not be updated regularly until full operations resume.
Amazon Web Services research finds 18% of Vietnam businesses have adopted AI
By K. K. Gipson | Oct 1, 2025
Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced on its website that 18% of businesses in Vietnam have adopted artificial intelligence (AI), with most utilizing it for basic applications.
Amazon Web Services to open Hong Kong’s first data center using recycled water
By A. M. Waterman | Oct 1, 2025
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced plans to open Hong Kong's first data center cooled with recycled water.
Amazon Web Services, SAP partner to offer SAP Sovereign Cloud on AWS European Sovereign Cloud
By K. K. Gipson | Oct 1, 2025
Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced on its website a collaboration with SAP to introduce SAP Sovereign Cloud capabilities on the AWS European Sovereign Cloud.
Financial Stability Board outlines new steps to address nonbank sector vulnerabilities
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) highlighted the increasing significance and complexity of nonbank financial intermediation (NBFI) during a virtual seminar organized by the Program on International Financial Systems.
Marine scientists call for regulatory reforms to boost global ocean restoration
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
Marine scientists are calling for major changes to the rules governing marine ecosystem restoration, arguing that outdated and complex permitting processes are hindering efforts to revive declining ocean habitats.
Swansea University receives major grant for research into improved stroke treatment
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
Swansea University researchers have received £1.2 million in funding to develop a new test aimed at improving stroke care.
Swansea University recognized as University of Sanctuary for support toward displaced people
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
Swansea University has been awarded University of Sanctuary status, recognizing its efforts to support people fleeing conflict and persecution.
U.S. Embassy issues alert after pro-Palestine protests near Paseo de la Reforma
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
On the evening of October 1, two pro-Palestine demonstrations took place in Mexico City.
U.S. Deputy Secretary meets Singapore’s foreign minister to discuss strategic partnership
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Singaporean Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan on September 24 to discuss the ongoing partnership between the United States and Singapore.
Cambridge scientists visualize key protein clusters linked to onset of parkinson's
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
Scientists from the University of Cambridge, UCL, the Francis Crick Institute, and Polytechnique Montréal have directly observed and measured protein clusters thought to trigger Parkinson’s disease in human brain tissue for the first time.
WTO committee reviews digital payments' impact on trade and discusses global remittance proposals
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
Facilitating digital payment systems and remittance services was the focus of a recent session held by a World Trade Organization (WTO) committee.