News from December 2023
Level Access and UserWay agree to acquisition
By Globe Banner | Dec 31, 2023
The recent acquisition of UserWay by Level Access is set to merge the digital accessibility solutions of Level Access with the accessibility AI technology of UserWay. This consolidation is anticipated to bolster the comprehensive digital accessibility solutions currently offered by Level Access.
Rhonda Hammond named president of Florida Association of the American Institute of Architects
By Globe Banner | Dec 31, 2023
Rhonda Hammond, a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience, including a stint as president of the Tallahassee chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) in Florida in 2019, is recognized as 'the voice of the profession."
Parkland Corporation announces departure of two board members
By Globe Banner | Dec 31, 2023
Michael Christiansen and Marc Halley have stepped down from the board of directors at Parkland Corporation. Both were nominated for election to the Board in March 2023.
Food banks in six states benefit from Smithfield Foods donations through Hungry Homes program
By Globe Banner | Dec 31, 2023
Smithfield Foods' Helping Hungry Homes program has been in operation since 2008. The company initiated this program to donate protein to food banks, disaster relief, and community outreach across the U.S., Poland, Romania, and Mexico. In 2023 alone, Smithfield Foods donated more than 286,000 pounds of ham to food banks.
tMedia Consulting creates AI-driven program to help clients grow
By Globe Banner | Dec 31, 2023
Boston-based inbound marketing and advertising agency, tMedia Consulting, has unveiled a new lead generation program designed to help clients meet their growth objectives through the power of artificial intelligence (AI). The program offers personalized communication and targeted outreach to enhance lead quality and boost conversion rates.
American Strategic Investment Company announces changes in the board of directors
By Globe Banner | Dec 31, 2023
Abby Wenzel has stepped down from her position on the board of directors at the American Strategic Investment Company (ASIC), a role she held for nine years.
Farmland Partners Inc. announces change to Board of Directors
By Globe Banner | Dec 31, 2023
Murray Wise, the founder of Westchester Group and Murray Wise Associates, has announced his intention to resign from the Board of Directors in January. His company was acquired by Farmland Partners International (FPI) in November 2021.
Quebec-based LeddarTech trades on NASDAQ following merger with Prospector Capital Corp
By Globe Banner | Dec 31, 2023
LeddarTech, an automotive software company, recently announced the completion of its business combination with Prospector Capital Corp. The trading of LeddarTech stock on the Nasdaq Global Market commenced last week.
Cyclotherapeutics wraps merger with Applied Molecular Transport, Inc.
By Globe Banner | Dec 29, 2023
Cyclotherapeutics announced the completion of its acquisition of Applied Molecular Transport this week. The newly merged entity will concentrate on advancing a Phase 3 study evaluating Trappsol Cyclo for Niemann-Pick Disease Type C1.
World Trade Organization fisheries subsidies chair circulates draft document to prevent overcapacity and overfishing
By Globe Banner | Dec 27, 2023
Iceland's Ambassador Einar Gunnarsson has shared a new document aimed at reducing subsidies that contribute to overcapacity and overfishing. The draft text, guided by member proposals and discussions, may serve as a reference for the fisheries subsidies negotiations committee in their deliberations next month.
U.S. regulators acknowledge Binance's compliance improvements
By Globe Banner | Dec 21, 2023
Binance, the world's leading cryptocurrency exchange, has announced that U.S. regulatory agencies have not only confirmed the company's historical compliance issues but also acknowledged the efforts it has made to rectify them. This announcement comes after Binance reached a resolution with the U.S. government in November.
Former regulator faces pushback for ‘delusional’ characterization of Binance founder
By Globe Banner | Dec 20, 2023
John Reed Stark, former head of the Office of Internet Enforcement at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), drew a comparison between Changpeng Zhao's (CZ) compliance violations during his tenure as CEO of crypto exchange Binance and "mass murder." This characterization was disputed by Allan Endresz, founder of digital peer-to-peer currency Zucoins, who highlighted that numerous traditional banking executives have committed similar violations yet faced less severe consequences.
BusinessEurope Urges EU to Address Industry Concerns on Platform Work Directive
By Globe Banner | Dec 20, 2023
BusinessEurope Director General Markus J. Beyrer has expressed industry concerns ahead of the EU Member States meeting on the Platform Work Directive proposal. Beyrer emphasized that the "presumption of employment and additional regulatory burdens remain the key industry concerns around the Platform Work Directive."Beyrer highlighted the importance of resolving key issues surrounding the proposed rebuttable presumption of employment, stating that it should respect the principles of proportionality and subsidiarity. He also stressed the need for Member States to have the...
International Monetary Fund announces new Extended Credit Facility Arrangement for Somalia
By Globe Banner | Dec 19, 2023
Somalia reached a significant milestone last week with the completion of its involvement in the Heavily Indebted Poor Countries (HIPC) initiative. This achievement also marked the conclusion of a three-year Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement. Following this, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has approved a new three-year ECF for Somalia this week.
Bhutan graduates from WTO Least Developed Countries work program
By Globe Banner | Dec 19, 2023
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has a work program specifically designed to assist countries designated as least developed by the United Nations. Until mid-December, Bhutan was one of the nations benefitting from this program.
Jacobs Solutions joins Joint Venture Prosperity as service provider to Sunwater Limited
By Globe Banner | Dec 19, 2023
Jacobs Solutions has announced a five-year partnership with Sunwater Limited of Queensland, Australia, as part of the Prosperity Joint Venture with AECOM. The contract involves providing engineering consulting support for Sunwater’s projects across various disciplines, including the upgrade of six dams over the next 12 years.
Quadient, Xero announce integration to simplify accounting for businesses
By Globe Banner | Dec 19, 2023
Quadient, a financial firm based in Paris, has announced its integration with Xero to enhance the accounts payable processes for small and medium-sized businesses. Quadient's Accounts Payable automation is increasingly being acknowledged for its ability to assist business owners with their accounting tasks.
INTIMINA’s new report calls on world to close the global gender health gap
By Globe Banner | Dec 19, 2023
The women's wellness brand, INTIMA, in collaboration with Sarah Graham, has released a report titled "A World Without The Gender Health Gap". The brand aims to address the disparities in women's health.
BusinessEurope Reacts to Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation Proposal
By Globe Banner | Dec 19, 2023
BusinessEurope Reacts to Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation ProposalDec 19 2023Commenting on the Environment Council’s agreement on a General Approach on the proposal for a Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, BusinessEurope Director General Markus J. Beyrer highlighted the importance of both reuse and recycling in managing packaging waste. Beyrer stated, “Reuse and recycling of packaging waste are two sides of the same coin, and this should be better reflected in the regulation.”Beyrer emphasized that while reusable packaging can be a sustainable waste...
WTO Young Professionals 2023 farewell ceremony
By Globe Banner | Dec 18, 2023
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has announced that this year, 17 young professionals were assigned to 13 divisions of the WTO Secretariat, gaining firsthand experience in various aspects of the organization's work. At the farewell ceremony marking the official closing of the 2023 program, WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala congratulated and wished the young professionals well.