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Republic of Congo, IMF reaches agreement on extended credit facility arrangement
By Press Release | Nov 8, 2021
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Pritha Mitra, Mission Chief for the Republic of Congo, conducted a virtual mission with the Congolese authorities during October 7-15 and November 4, 2021, to discuss a program to be supported by the IMF’s Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement.
Elite Education Group International announces expansion into Great Britain to recruit Chinese students for 'two premier UK universities'
By Karen Kidd | Nov 7, 2021
The recently announced agreement with an education holding company to recruit Chinese students for two UK universities marks that company's expansion outside the U.S., the company's CEO recently said.
ElectroNeek meets 'tremendous success' with expansion in Latin America, India
By Caleb Lombardo | Nov 7, 2021
ElectroNeek recently made advancements on its global expansion plans with new partnerships in Latin America and India.
Hyzon Motors partners with Hiringa for New Zealand-based green hydrogen refueling network
By Art Benavidez | Nov 7, 2021
A New York-based global supplier of zero-emissions hydrogen fuel cell powered commercial vehicles, including heavy duty trucks, buses and coaches, will expand its operations in New Zealand.
Webtoon, Hybe produce new lineup of webcomics for 'fans all over the world'
By Art Benavidez | Nov 7, 2021
A partnership between the world’s largest digital comics platform and a global multi-platform entertainment company will bring a new lineup of original webcomics and web novels.
Charles & Colvard 'to expand reach' with distribution center in China
By Timothy Stuckey | Nov 7, 2021
Charles & Colvard Ltd., a supplier of fine jewelry, has announced the official opening of a wholesale distribution center in Panyu, Guangdong, China.
Lithosphere Blockchain collaborates with Brazil's Central Bank to conduct Digital Real CBDC trial
By Timothy Stuckey | Nov 7, 2021
The Lithosphere cryptocurrency platform has met with the Central Bank of Brazil to discuss their joint efforts in launching a Digital Real central bank digital currency (CBDC) trial in the country, according to a press release from KaJ, the Seattle-based blockchain firm that developed Lithosphere.
'We can't wait to get started!' Ritchie Bros. completes acquisition of SmartEquip
By Timothy Stuckey | Nov 6, 2021
Ritchie Bros, an international asset management and disposition company, recently announced the completion of its acquisition of SmartEquip, a multi-manufacturer digital platform, according to a press release from Ritchie Bros.
WaterPure International unveils website highlighting inaugural drilling project
By Bob Martin | Nov 6, 2021
WaterPure International has launched a new website that highlights an expanded business plan aimed at clean water operation, including the company’s first project located in Africa.
Asda, RangeMe partner to ‘introduce new products’ in stores
By Emily Bevard | Nov 6, 2021
UK-based grocer Asda and leading product discovery and sourcing platform RangeMe have partnered, hoping to garner additional innovative suppliers and products that are most relevant to their customers’ demand.
Businesses consider exit from China amid new data protection laws
By David Hutton | Nov 6, 2021
China’s new data privacy law outlines how companies can collect and store data.
'Fortnite never officially launched in China': Epic Games shuts down popular battle royal game
By Steven Hughes | Nov 6, 2021
Although it's a popular battle royal game, Epic Games is shutting down its Chinese version of “Fortnite” this month.
Redbox adds channels, 'iconic' shows with Fremantle deal
By Christina Heath | Nov 6, 2021
Redbox has signed a content deal with Fremantle that will add new free channels beginning Dec. 1 to the Redbox streaming service.
Accesso 'honored' to distribute tickets for Illuminarium Experiences
By Andy Nghiem | Nov 6, 2021
Technology solutions provider accesso Technology Group plc has committed to a three-year agreement to provide ticketing distribution solutions to serve Illuminarium Experiences' new AREA15-based Las Vegas location.
Intuit acquires Mailchimp to 'create a robust engine for small and mid-market success'
By Andy Nghiem | Nov 6, 2021
Financial software and service provider Intuit recently announced it has completed a deal to acquire marketing platform Mailchimp
Kahn 'well-positioned' to lead global content operations for LA-based Allen Media Group
By Karla Florez | Nov 6, 2021
Byron Allen's Allen Media Group has appointed Brooke Kahn as senior vice president of Content Distribution, Partnerships and Programming.
Kaman Air Vehicles 'thrilled that the K-MAX continues to be the helicopter of choice'
By Christina Heath | Nov 6, 2021
Two new Kaman Air Vehicles K-MAX® medium-to-heavy lift helicopters are expected to be delivered to operators in the U.S. and Canada before the end of the year.
IMF reaches staff level agreement on Kenya, reviews the 2021 Article IV consultation
By Press Release | Nov 6, 2021
A staff team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) led by Mary Goodman conducted a virtual mission to Kenya from October 12 to November 3, 2021 to discuss the authorities’ policy priorities and progress on reforms within the context of the second reviews of Kenya’s economic program supported by the IMF’s EFF and ECF arrangements and the 2021 Article IV consultation.
IMF executive board finishes consultation with Mexico
By Press Release | Nov 6, 2021
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation [1] with Mexico.
'Helping create new growth opportunities for radio stations around the world': TuneIn forms partnership with News UK
By Andy Nghiem | Nov 5, 2021
Live streaming audio service TuneIn has established a partnership with News UK to expand its radio offerings.