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Morgan Stanley invests $20 million in fintech firm NovoPayment

Investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley Expansion Capital have announced a $20 million investment in NovoPayment.


World Bank supports new fund addressing climate change loss

At the recent COP28 summit, the World Bank pledged to support the establishment of the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage (FRLD) as a financial intermediary fund.


thyssenkrupp adopts Siemens' AI copilot for enhanced engineering processes

thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering has adopted the Siemens Industrial Copilot, integrating it into their operations to improve productivity and address challenges such as competitive pressure and a shortage of skilled labor.


World Bank introduces BCG+ model for sustainable development in Thailand

Thailand is facing significant climate change challenges, prompting the introduction of a new model to bolster its green agenda.


BlackRock and MAS collaborate on decarbonization investment opportunities in Asia

BlackRock and the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) have announced a joint initiative to explore investment opportunities in decarbonization across Asia.


World Bank increases commitment to climate finance at COP28

At the recent COP28 summit, the World Bank Group announced a significant increase in its climate finance allocation.



U.S. Embassy announces 2025 Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation

The U.S. Embassy in Amman, in collaboration with the Cultural Heritage Center within the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) of the U.S. Department of State, has announced the initiation of the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural...


World Bank supports Philippine digital transformation with $750 million loan

Digital transformation is crucial for the Philippines to achieve resilient and inclusive economic growth.


ANZ strengthens partnership with $100K donation to DV Safe Phone

ANZ has made a significant contribution to DV Safe Phone, donating $100,000 as the organization celebrates providing its 10,000th phone to victims of domestic violence.


Binance announces investment in BIO Protocol

Binance has announced its investment in BIO Protocol (BIO), a blockchain-based platform designed to transform the funding and commercialization of early-stage scientific research.


Hipgnosis completes $1.47 billion ABS deal backed by music royalties

Hipgnosis, a prominent music rights investment and management firm, has announced the completion of a $1.47 billion asset-backed securities (ABS) deal named Lyra 24-2.


Crisis-resilient loans offer relief to developing countries facing climate change

The impact of climate change is severe for numerous developing nations.


Fubon Senior Open starts Nov. 13; expands field for youth engagement

The Fubon Senior Open, a key event on the Taiwan Senior PGA Tour, is set to commence its 22nd edition at the Taiwan Golf & Country Club on November 13.


Kwenda cash transfer program aids Angolan families in fighting poverty

The village of Seles in Kwanza Sul, Angola, faces cold mornings and foggy weather.


Goldman Sachs acquires majority stake in Sila Services from Morgan Stanley

Investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners (MSCP) have reached an agreement to sell Sila Services to the Private Equity business at Goldman Sachs Alternatives.


Ethiopia's safety net program aids mother investing in children's future

Shemsi Adem faced numerous challenges following the death of her husband over 15 years ago.


Hannover Re raises profit forecast for 2024; expects EUR 2.4 billion net income in 2025

Hannover Re has reported a 30.4% increase in Group net income for the first nine months of 2024, reaching EUR 1.8 billion.


African leaders convene in Kigali to address learning crisis

Over 500 education leaders, including 28 ministers of education and representatives from 39 African countries, are gathering in Kigali, Rwanda, from November 11 to 13 for the Africa Foundational Learning Exchange (FLEX 2024).


PIK and KfW propose new financial model for carbon removals at World Climate Summit

The Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) and KfW, a leading promotional bank, have introduced a new financing concept for carbon removals at the World Climate Summit.