News from September 2021
ANZ CEO outlines economic outlook amid pandemic challenges
By Globe Banner | Sep 23, 2021
Australia's economic outlook appears promising as the country moves towards reopening, according to ANZ CEO Shayne Elliott.
Hong Kong biotech start-up Prenetics going public
By Art Benavidez | Sep 21, 2021
The biotech company, Prenetics, is slated to be the first Hong Kong unicorn to become a public company.Prenetics is uniting with Artisan Acquisition and subsequently going public in a deal that will value the merged organization at $1.7 billion.
ANZ pledges $100k for Afghan refugee support; matches staff contributions
By Globe Banner | Sep 21, 2021
ANZ has pledged $100,000 to Community Refugee Sponsorship Australia as part of efforts to aid Afghan refugees.
WSJ: Facebook safety measures inconsistent across the globe
By Savannah Howe | Sep 21, 2021
One of the world's biggest social media giants may be acting negligently in its protection of overseas users to ensure that its markets in foreign nations continue to grow.
Global leaders discuss 'urgency' of combatting climate change and world hunger
By Emily Bevard | Sep 20, 2021
The Sustainable Solutions for Zero Hunger by 2030: A Vision for Animal Agriculture Forum united global leaders this week to tackle food insecurity and climate change.
Independence Line call center to meet 'critical need' created by Afghanistan withdrawal
By Christina Heath | Sep 20, 2021
A call center will be coming to the aid of U.S. veterans and refugees as they navigate issues associated with the sudden withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan, according to a press release from the Independence Fund and Loyal Source, which says it has positioned itself to fill in gaps where needed.
Analyst: 'Global industrial downturn' follows bullish commodities market
By David Beasley | Sep 20, 2021
Predictions of a slowdown in global industrial activity are ringing true, and the proof is in currency markets, an economic forecaster told CNBC's Trading Nation.
Miami Dolphins team with Broxel on new prepaid debit cards
By Emily Bevard | Sep 19, 2021
The Miami Dolphins are partnering with Broxel to develop the team's official prepaid debit card in hopes of turning the Hard Rock Stadium into an entirely cashless venue.
New Gillette Venus board equips women to make waves in oceanography, a field 'dominated by men'
By George Willis | Sep 19, 2021
Gillette Venus has formed the brand's first Board of Trust-Seas with six women who will lead the charge in the male-dominated ocean conservation field.
Intuit to acquire Mailchimp for $12 billion
By Glenn Minnis | Sep 19, 2021
On a mission to promote business prosperity around the world, Intuit is purchasing key player Mailchimp for $12 billion in cash and stock.
Innova Medical Group donates nearly $14 million for worldwide pandemic institute in Liverpool
By Valerie Bonk | Sep 19, 2021
A $13.7 million gift from the Innova Medical Group will help to launch a global pandemic center in Liverpool, England, according to a press release.
What will become of Afghanistan's wealth of lithium?
By Glenn Minnis | Sep 19, 2021
The sudden U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan may have given China the chance to take advantage of the region’s vast mineral reserves with an estimated value as high as $3 trillion, according to the Institute for Energy Research.
Holiday toy shortage possible due to 'historic strains on capacity'
By Emily Bevard | Sep 19, 2021
While the holiday season is still months away, retailers and infrastructure experts are already preparing for a possible shortage of Christmas toys this year, according to a recent Newsweek report.
Axalta begins construction on new Jilian City plant in China
By Karla Florez | Sep 19, 2021
Axalta initiated a new construction project in Jilin City, North China. The new plant is scheduled to open in 2023.
'We are excited': Infinty BiologiX acquires Roylance Pharma
By Valerie Bonk | Sep 19, 2021
Biobanking, bioprocessing and analytics leader IBX has acquired UK-based biospecimen storage specialists Roylance Pharma, according to a press release.
Allison Transmission partners with AVTEC Ltd. to advance 'opportunities' in India
By Karla Florez | Sep 19, 2021
Allison Transmission acquired AVTEC Ltd.’s off-highway business transmission portfolio in a recent deal, as well as its component machining business, Madras Export Processing Zone. The transaction will be complete by the end of the year.
Welcome our new ICC YAF Representatives for South Asia
By ICC DRS SOUTH ASIA | Sep 19, 2021
The ICC Young Arbitrators Forum has named 89 new regional representatives for its 2021-2023 mandate, including appointments in 16 previously unrepresented countries and a newly established chapter for Africa.
'We have an enormous opportunity:' Google Cloud CEO reorganizes engineering unit
By Valerie Bonk | Sep 19, 2021
Google is making some changes to become more efficient and grow the company's business.
South Korea fines Google $177 million for anticompetitive practices
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 19, 2021
The government of South Korea has fined Google's parent company Alphabet $177 million for anticompetitive practices.