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U.S. maker of portable MRI device expands to U.K., Pakistan
By David Beasley | Oct 2, 2021
Hyperfine, Inc., a Connecticut-based company that makes portable magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) device, is expanding to the United Kingdom and Pakistan.
Staffing company GoGlobal expands to Brazil, names Vizzotto director
By David Beasley | Oct 2, 2021
GoGlobal, a California-based staffing company, is expanding into Brazil.
Andersen Global, BoardRoom Business Solutions form collaboration agreement
By David Beasley | Oct 2, 2021
Andersen Global, a global network of tax and legal professional, has formed a collaboration agreement with tax advisory firm BoardRoom Business Solutions Pte. Ltd., a news release said.
Excitement surrounding new digital trading card app: 'A people-for-people philosophy'
By John Kelly | Oct 2, 2021
NFL superstars Patrick Mahomes and Drew Brees are among the global ambassadors behind the new digital platform VirtualStaX that has designs on revolutionizing the global fan economy
TCL CEO Zhang: 'We are delighted to extend our relationship with Activision'
By John Kelly | Oct 2, 2021
Leading consumer electronics company TCL Electronics entered a new partnership with California-based Activision for Call of Duty: Vanguard
Apple pushes back on cable standard: 'Strict regulation mandating just one type of connector stifles innovation'
By Carrie Bradon | Oct 2, 2021
The European Union has introduced a law to require smartphone and electronics manufacturers to create a standard USB-C charging port on devices, claiming that this would decrease waste as well as simplify life for consumers who have various devices.
Impossible Foods expands to Middle East
By David Beasley | Oct 2, 2021
Impossible Foods has expanded into the Middle East, selling its products in the United Arab Emirates.
Countdown to the ICC-FIDIC Conference!
By ICC Global Events | Oct 2, 2021
Countdown to the ICC-FIDIC Conference!
UK's Rolls Royce picked to replace engines on U.S. B-52 fleet
By David Beasley | Oct 1, 2021
The Cold War is over but the B-52 bombers Stratofortress nuclear heavy bombers of that era are still in use and scheduled to get new engines from Rolls Royce.
DoorDash expansion includes alcohol deliveries: 'We've been able to create more economic opportunities.'
By Carrie Bradon | Oct 1, 2021
DoorDash has announced expansion plans that include branching into alcohol deliveries and more.
'We are thrilled': NFL to partner with Dapper Labs
By John Kelly | Oct 1, 2021
The NFL Players Association struck a deal with Canada-based Dapper Labs to create exclusive digital video highlight NFTs (non-fungible tokens) for fans around the world.
Critics say Google, Apple commitment to human rights is more talk than action
By George Willis | Oct 1, 2021
Google and Apple claim to respect human rights, but critics claim the technology companies continue to give authoritarian leaders in foreign nations unprecedented power to control access to information.
IMF Executive Board Concludes Second and Third Reviews of the Extended Fund Facility for Ecuador and 2021 Article IV Consultation
By Hayley Flynn | Oct 1, 2021
Press release: The IMF Executive Board concluded yesterday the combined second and third reviews of the 27-month Extended Fund Facility (EFF) for Ecuador, allowing for an immediate disbursement equivalent to about US$800 million. The Executive Board also concluded the 2021 Article IV consultation.
Elon Musk regains title of world's richest person
By John Kelly | Oct 1, 2021
Elon Musk is now the world’s richest person, rising to status of the third person in history to be worth upwards of $200 billion.
FedEx Logistics launches Seoul office: Korea 'key player in international trade'
By David Beasley | Oct 1, 2021
As part of its global expansion program, FedEx Logistics has opened an office in Seoul, South Korea, according to a news release.
Statement by IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva at the conclusion of a meeting with UNECA and African Ministers of Finance on COVID-19
By Press Release | Oct 1, 2021
The International Monetary Fund has issued the following press release:Washington, D.C.: Ms. Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) met today with African Ministers of Finance and representatives from the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) to discuss Africa’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the efforts for a sustainable, green, and inclusive recovery.At the conclusion of the meeting, Ms. Georgieva made the following statement:“The COVID-19 pandemic caused an unprecedented recession in Africa in 2020.
Global Leader Group expanding into Africa, UK and Middle East
By Christina Heath | Sep 30, 2021
Global Leader Group is launching its new entity, Global Leader Group EMEA, for the Middle Eastern, African and European regions, a press release said.
Ara Partners expanding in Europe with new Dublin office opening
By Christina Heath | Sep 30, 2021
Private equity firm Ara Partners is expanding its presence in Europe with a new office opening in Dublin, Ireland, and hiring five key investment professionals, a press release said.
IMF Executive Board Concludes Second and Third Reviews of the Extended Fund Facility for Ecuador and 2021 Article IV Consultation
By Hayley Flynn | Sep 30, 2021
Press Release: The IMF Executive Board concluded yesterday the combined second and third reviews of the 27-month Extended Fund Facility (EFF) for Ecuador, allowing for an immediate disbursement equivalent to about US$800 million. The Executive Board also concluded the 2021 Article IV consultation.
U.S., Ukraine sign memorandum of understanding over trade
By Trina Thomas | Sep 30, 2021
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo earlier this month signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) outlining areas of renewed cooperation on trade with Ukrainian First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy Oleksiy Lyubchenko.