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Sun Life CFO Tim Deacon to speak at financial services conference

Tim Deacon, the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Sun Life, is set to participate in a fireside chat at the National Bank Financial Markets' 23rd Annual Financial Services Conference.


Crypto Price Movements on March 17, 2025

From Bitcoin to Solana: Here’s how major cryptocurrencies moved today – March 17, 2025.


Head of Investigations at Binance on cybersecurity award: 'Effective security requires collaboration'

Akbar Akhtar, Head of Investigations for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region at Binance, said that receiving the APPACT Appreciation Award from the Singapore Police Force is an honor and a testament to Binance’s commitment to cybersecurity.


US Embassy seeks vendors for fuel system maintenance in Santo Domingo

The United States Embassy in Santo Domingo is inviting vendors to submit quotes for a project concerning the maintenance of a fuel distribution system.


U.S. Embassy in Niamey seeks quotes for water tank maintenance

The U.S. Embassy in Niamey has announced a request for quotations from qualified companies to provide preventive maintenance services for potable water tanks.


Treasury Secretary meets UAE National Security Advisor on economic and security issues

Today, Secretary of the Treasury Scott K.H. Bessent met with United Arab Emirates (UAE) National Security Advisor His Highness Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan.


World Bank approves $1 billion project for productivity boost in Brazil

The World Bank Board of Directors has approved a US$1 billion project aimed at supporting Brazil's initiatives to enhance tax and financial stability, promote sustainable finance, and improve social inclusion.


U.S. Embassy advises passport applications before summer travel

The U.S. Embassy in Port of Spain has issued a reminder for American citizens to apply for their U.S. passports ahead of the summer travel season.


World Bank approves funding for fiscal reforms in Rio Grande do Sul

The World Bank Board of Directors has approved a new financing package for the State of Rio Grande do Sul aimed at enhancing fiscal sustainability and public management efficiency.


IMF completes third review under RSF arrangement with Morocco

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded the 2025 Article IV consultation with Morocco and completed the Third Review under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF).


Pre-solicitation notice issued for construction services in Vietnam

The U.S. Embassy in Vietnam has issued a Pre-Solicitation Notice for Design-Build Construction Services in the country.


NCUA releases 2024 annual report highlighting achievements and future priorities

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has published its 2024 Annual Report, detailing the agency's activities and achievements over the past year.


U.S. raises concerns over financial sustainability of WIPO's Lisbon System

The United States delegation has expressed concerns over the financial sustainability of the Lisbon System at the recent WIPO Working Group meeting.


World Bank backs $250 million expansion of São Paulo Metro Line 2

The World Bank Board of Directors has sanctioned a project to aid the expansion of São Paulo’s Metro Line 2 – Green.


Mali implements $73 million recovery plan following devastating floods

Severe flooding struck Mali in July and August 2024, causing widespread damage to health centers, schools, and infrastructure such as roads, bridges, and culverts.


Embassies urge South Sudan's leaders for dialogue amid Upper Nile violence

The embassies of Canada, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States, along with the Delegation of the European Union, have expressed concern over ongoing violence in Upper Nile State.


U.S. envoy criticizes Hamas at UN briefing amid Middle East tensions

Ambassador Dorothy Shea, Chargé d’Affaires ad interim, addressed a UN Security Council briefing on the Middle East situation.


Siemens announces workforce adjustments amid shifting market demands

Siemens has announced plans to adjust its workforce and business strategies in response to changing market demands.


World Bank funds $162M for resilient roads in Espírito Santo

The World Bank has approved a financing package of $162.4 million to enhance road infrastructure resilience, safety, and sustainability in Espírito Santo, Brazil.


BaFin announces another warning on unauthorized services by Quantum AI

The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has issued a consumer warning regarding Bit-Wise, a company offering unauthorized crypto and financial services through a new website.