News from November 2021
IMF executive board concludes 2021 Article IV consultation with Mongolia
By Press Release | Nov 30, 2021
The Mongolian economy is rebounding from its deepest recession in a decade, despite a lingering pandemic.
Survey: Gig economy workers value flexibility twice as much as employees
By Globe Banner Reports | Nov 30, 2021
Twice as many gig economy workers
U.S. team studies what drives amphibian extinctions
By Marjorie Hecht | Nov 30, 2021
Emerging infectious diseases, in particular chytridiomycosis, are responsible for drastic declines in amphibian diversity around the world. Determining the factors that influence these pathogens and how they spread can help scientists understand the dynamics involved.
Swiss device creates jet fuel from air
By Laurence Hecht | Nov 29, 2021
A solar-powered system for generating liquid hydrocarbon fuels from the hydrogen and carbon dioxide contained in air is currently in operation on a rooftop of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) in Zurich.
'A milestone': LeanIX recognized as leader by 2021 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Architecture Tools
By Andy Nghiem | Nov 28, 2021
LeanIX was recently placed in the leader's quadrant of the 2021 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Architecture Tools, according to a Nov. 12 press release.
Bloomberg taking New Economy Gateway Series to Panama: 'critical link between continents'
By David Hutton | Nov 28, 2021
Former New York City Mayor and 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg will kick off the Bloomberg New Economy Gateway Series with an event in Panama next year.
'Most compelling' betting experience: FanDuel expands partnership with Genius Sports
By Caleb Lombardo | Nov 28, 2021
FanDuel announced that it will be expanding its agreement and partnership with Genius Sports to offer Official NFL Data Content and Fan Engagement Solutions.
Shelon: 'Excited' to expand Krane Model Portfolios to broader range of clients
By David Hutton | Nov 27, 2021
Krane Funds Advisors LLC is now offering its Krane Model Portfolios on the Adhesion, Envestnet and Vestmark Turnkey Asset Management Platforms (TAMPs).
'A significant step': Accelalpha expands into Mexico
By John Kelly | Nov 27, 2021
Accelalpha has expanded its presence in North America with a new Mexico-based establishment
'We’re proud to bring that experience to sellers across Canada': Marqeta and Square partner to bring Square Card services to Canada
By Andy Nghiem | Nov 27, 2021
Card-issuing platform Marqeta has partnered with Square to launch the Square Card in Canada, a way for business owners to access their funds without delay.
TA Associates 'delighted' to partner with Nactarome
By David Beasley | Nov 26, 2021
Private equity firm TA Associates is investing in Nactarome, a group of companies in Europe that makes ingredients for the food and beverage industry.
SLING TV 'excited' to add MX ONE services to its offerings
By Andy Nghiem | Nov 26, 2021
International content provider SLING TV recently announced that it has expanded its South Asian offering with its new Indian over the top (OTT) service, MX One.
'The casino will positively impact our economy and create over 150 direct jobs': Foxwoods El San Juan Casino holds soft opening event
By Andy Nghiem | Nov 26, 2021
The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and hospitality investment firm LionGrove recently confirmed that the Foxwoods El San Juan Casino at the Fairmont Hotel in San Juan opened its doors for the first time to welcome visitors for a soft launch.
International team offers strategy to reduce risk of vaccine-resistant COVID-19 variants
By Laurence Hecht | Nov 26, 2021
An increase in COVID-19 vaccinations brings with it the risk that a vaccine-resistant strain could still emerge.
IMF, Chile conclude virtual visit
By Press Release | Nov 25, 2021
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission, led by Ana Corbacho, met (virtually) with the Chilean authorities during Nov. 15–19 to discuss recent economic developments, policies, and priorities for the country.
'We're happy to be formally established in the region': KnowWake brings waterway navigation app to Australia
By Andy Nghiem | Nov 24, 2021
KnowWake recently announced that it has plans to expand its waterway navigation app to include Australia.
Foreign investor Mainstream Renewable Power receives ‘Investment Registration Certification’ approval for Vietnam offshore wind farm
By Tamara Browning | Nov 24, 2021
An offshore wind farm in development in Soc Trang, Vietnam, as a project of a global renewable energy company and a Vietnamese corporation has received investment approval from the Vietnam province.
Board of IMF concludes consultation with Republic of San Marino
By Press Release | Nov 24, 2021
The International Monetary Fund has issued the following press release:On Nov. 15, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation [1} with the Republic of San Marino.San Marino entered the COVID-19 crisis with large vulnerabilities.
Harvard team designs soft robotic mechanism modeled from biology
By Marjorie Hecht | Nov 24, 2021
The chameleon's catapulting tongue and the bloodworm's burrowing proboscis inspired the creation of a soft touch robotic mechanism that can manipulate delicate objects without damaging them.
IMF finishes visit with Benin
By Press Release | Nov 23, 2021
Following an official request for a new Fund-supported program by the Beninese authorities to anchor the country’s homegrown development plan, an International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission led by Constant Lonkeng conducted in-person and virtual meetings with the Beninese authorities during Nov. 15–23 to discuss recent economic developments and enquire about policy priorities to inform future discussions on an IMF-supported program.