News from June 2022
'Bye-bye, COVID-19? Not so fast': Shanghai under COVID-19 lockdown again with mass testing to follow
By Andy Nghiem | Jun 10, 2022
A former U.S. ambassador recently reacted to news that Shanghai is under lockdown again with millions of residents undergoing COVID-19 testing.
U.S.-China panel: America can overcome China's challenge, hearing comes at 'pivotal moment'
By T.H. Lawrence | Jun 10, 2022
China poses a major challenge to the United States, but it is one that can be met and overcome, according the the sentiments voiced during a U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission hearing Thursday.
ASGN president: 'We look forward to welcoming GlideFast to ASGN'
By Karla Florez | Jun 10, 2022
ASGN Incorporated has signed a definitive agreement to acquire ServiceNow Partner, GlideFast Consulting LLC, a press release reported.
AHF chief: 'The humanitarian aid that AHF Brazil is now providing will be a real lifeline for many'
By Karla Florez | Jun 10, 2022
AHF recently confirmed plans to deploy humanitarian supplies to three clinics in Pernambuco, Brazil and five in Recife, in response to the natural disasters the country has recently endured, a press release reported.
Center for Strategic & International Studies spotlights 'severe challenges' China faces with economy, education
By T.H. Lawrence | Jun 9, 2022
A Center for Strategic & International Studies presentation, “How Inequality Is Undermining China’s Prosperity,” recently focused on trends in China’s labor market, educational attainment, automation and rural employment.
Velasco: 'We welcome Appian and applaud its decision to establish its first product development team outside the U.S.'
By Karla Florez | Jun 9, 2022
Appian has established a new technology innovation center in Seville, Spain to fulfill the accelerated demand for its low-code platform in Europe, a press release reported.
U.S. Global Investors: Returns of lockdowns in China 'a red flag for the global economy'
By David Beasley | Jun 9, 2022
Almost as soon as COVID-19 lockdowns were lifted in China June 1, they are already coming back.
Thomas-Greenfield: 'We are prepared to give (companies) comfort letters if that will help to encourage them' to get grain out of Russia
By Karla Florez | Jun 9, 2022
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, has confirmed plans to grant “comfort letters” to shipping and insurance companies in an effort to help facilitate exports of Russian grain and fertilizers, Reuters reported.
Ramirez: 'We negotiated better wages, pensions and benefits without sacrificing the security of our jobs or our union'
By Karla Florez | Jun 9, 2022
The United Steelworkers have ratified its five-year agreement with Ardagh Metal Packaging, according to a press release.
ANZ launches digital banking app for Android users
By Globe Banner | Jun 9, 2022
ANZ has launched its ANZ Plus app for Android users, expanding access to its digital banking service.
Wong: 'Ukraine has set an extremely good example for the world to stand up for your rights'
By John Kelly | Jun 8, 2022
Kacey Wong, a protest performance artist, engaged in a protest on June 3 to commemorate the 33rd anniversary of China’s violent suppression of the Tiananmen Square democracy protests by the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) in 1989, Fox News reported.
Schreider: 'Hybrid MDR is the key to unlocking new growth potential'
By John Kelly | Jun 8, 2022
Tari Schreider, strategic advisor of Aite-Novarica Group, said that experts have provided advice to his company's client base in a new report, according to a recent press release.
ANZ raises variable home loan rates following RBA's cash rate decision
By Globe Banner | Jun 8, 2022
ANZ has announced an increase in variable interest rates for home loans in Australia by 0.50% per annum.
Di Camillo on innovation market growth: 'The innovation market is starting to have a scale and a track record that were unimaginable 10 years ago'
By John Kelly | Jun 8, 2022
Andrea Di Camillo, founder and managing partner of P101 sgr, a venture capital firm focused on early-stage investments in the digital sector, said that the innovation market has grown much larger than anyone expected.
Zwanziger: 'Our new tests deliver results in minutes from an easy-to-collect fingerstick sample, allowing fast and accurate management of cardiovascular conditions'
By John Kelly | Jun 7, 2022
Ron Zwanziger, CEO of LumiraDx, a point of care diagnostic company, said that health care is looking to change from a centralized hospital setting to a community setting, according to a press release.
'Growing acceptance of vaping': UK execs tout popularity of habit
By John Kelly | Jun 7, 2022
A vaping company official said the devices are becoming more acceptable due to society's goal of becoming smoke-free.
China investing heavily in industrial development
By T.H. Lawrence | Jun 7, 2022
New study attempts to determine amount of spending, and compare it to other nations
Musk: 'Few seem to realize that China is leading the world in renewable energy generation and electric vehicles'
By Timothy Stuckey | Jun 7, 2022
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, recently tweeted that China is ahead of the United States when it comes to renewable energy and electric vehicles.
ANZ strengthens commodities and environmental markets teams with key executive appointments
By Globe Banner | Jun 7, 2022
ANZ Institutional has announced the appointment of two executives in its commodities and environmental markets sectors, reinforcing its commitment to supporting customers' transition to net zero.
Improvements made to transit ticketing in Australia: ‘Commuters love the speed and convenience’
By John Kelly | Jun 7, 2022
Ferny Grove line passengers in the Australian state of Queensland can now utilize credit cards, debit cards, and smart devices to pay for their travel.