News from June 2023
Industry insider on SEC v Binance: 'Rarely are government agencies denied a TRO by the courts'
By Lucas Nava | Jun 20, 2023
U.S. District Court Judge Amy Berman Jackson denied the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) request for an emergency temporary restraining order (TRO) against Binance, the world's largest crypto exchange, which would've allowed the SEC to freeze the company's U.S. assets, according to CoinTelegraph.
Crown Aesthetics general manager on expansion: 'Asia not only has a diverse population, but it is also experiencing rapid economic growth'
By Globe Banner Report | Jun 20, 2023
Crown Laboratories, Inc., a division of Crown Aesthetics, based in Dallas, confirmed plans to expand its operations in the Asia Pacific Region, according to a press release.
Nigeria officially accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, becomes second African WTO nation to do so
By Globe Banner Report | Jun 20, 2023
Nigeria recently became the second African member of the World Trade Organization (WTO) to deposit its acceptance for the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies.
SWCA CEO on new acquisition: 'We have an incredible opportunity to drive greater positive environmental and social impact around the world'
By Globe Banner Report | Jun 19, 2023
SWCA Environmental Consultants, based in Phoenix, Arizona, has acquired international management consulting firm ALO Advisors LLC, according to a press release.
TTEC Engage COO on new delivery center: 'Opening a new delivery center in Honduras is an exciting next step'
By Globe Banner Report | Jun 18, 2023
TTEC Holdings, Inc., based in Denver, confirmed plans to open a new customer experience delivery center in Honduras, according to a press release.
Nobu Hospitality CEO: 'We are thrilled to be opening our first hotel and restaurant in Portugal'
By Globe Banner Report | Jun 17, 2023
Nobu Hospitality has opened its first hotel and restaurant in Portugal, a press release reported.
Hong Kong official to Coinbase: 'Come to HK for application of official trading platforms and further development plans'
By David Beasley | Jun 16, 2023
After the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a lawsuit against Coinbase, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the U.S., for allegedly violating securities laws, Johnny Ng, a Hong Kong legislative council member, invited Coinbase and other exchanges to apply for crypto trading platform licenses in Hong Kong.
M. Holland VP: 'Our partnership with Febo represents a significant milestone in M. Holland's global growth strategy'
By Globe Banner Report | Jun 16, 2023
M. Holland Company has formed a partnership with European distributor of thermoplastic resins and petrochemical products, Febo S.p.A, according to a press release.
Former CFTC commissioner: SEC lawsuits ‘continue the pattern of an irresponsible regulation-by-enforcement approach that hurts entrepreneurs, investors and consumers’
By Globe Banner Report | Jun 15, 2023
Former CFTC Commissioner Brian Quintenz, now the head of policy at venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz, is criticizing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for suing cryptocurrency companies for allegedly violating securities laws, saying the SEC’s litigation is not helping to protect consumers or provide clarity to the crypto industry. He warned that if the SEC continues on its current path, innovators will move out of the country into jurisdictions that have clearer crypto regulations.
ECI's new president, CEO: 'We will continue to answer the call from our customers and uphold our mission'
By Globe Banner Report | Jun 15, 2023
Global cybersecurity service company ECI recently appointed Jeff Schmidt as president and CEO of the company, a press release reported.
WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Calls for Global Cooperation in Unlocking Digital Economy's Benefits
By Globe Banner Report | Jun 14, 2023
World Trade Organization Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Calls for Global Cooperation in Unlocking Digital Economy's Benefits at a workshop on e-commerce
Iyuno CEO: 'We're thrilled to announce our acquisition of Ak'la Kara International, a leading provider of language services in Turkey'
By Globe Banner Report | Jun 14, 2023
Los Angeles-based entertainment solutions company, Iyuno recently acquired Istanbul-based dubbing studio, Ak'la Kara International, according to a press release.
TicketManager CEO on new London office: 'We are excited and ready to help British and European brands'
By Globe Banner Report | Jun 13, 2023
TicketManager has established a new office in London to help fulfill the demands of sports and entertainment marketers across Great Britain and Continental Europe, a press release reported.
ivWatch VP on UK expansion: 'We are changing patient lives, avoiding patient harm at all costs and making a positive impact'
By Globe Banner Report | Jun 12, 2023
IV safety company, ivWatch, LLC, introduced its operations in the United Kingdom, according to a press release.
Catchpoint teams up with AFR-IX Telecom to ‘ increase the resilience of their services across Africa’
By Globe Banner Report | Jun 11, 2023
Catchpoint, the Internet Resilience Company, and AFR-IX Telecom have formed a collaboration to improve the quality and reliability of the internet in Africa.
Above Food carries out SPAC merger ‘to create higher value formulations and products for the benefit of downstream customers in the ingredients and CPG space’
By Globe Banner Report | Jun 10, 2023
Canadian agriculture, ingredients and plant-based consumer product company Above Food confirmed its merger with special purpose acquisitions company, Bite Acquisition Corp., through which it will go public on the New York Stock Exchange.
Professor: Oligarchs 'have not contributed to the well-being of Haiti'
By T.H. Lawrence | Jun 9, 2023
Professor Robert Maguire said powers behind the throne have only enriched themselves while Haiti suffers.
Binance and Coinbase push back against SEC's enforcement actions, demand regulatory clarity
By Globe Banner | Jun 9, 2023
In a dramatic escalation of regulatory pressure on major cryptocurrency exchanges, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched legal actions against Binance and Coinbase.
Interval International Expands Latin American Resort Network to ‘further strengthen the value proposition for our members through new exceptional benefits’
By Globe Banner Report | Jun 9, 2023
Interval International recently added Multivacaciones Decameron to its catalog of affiliated hospitality brands and expand its resort network in the Latin American region.
ServiceTitan names Dave Sherry Chief Financial Officer ‘to expand our capabilities to solve the biggest pain points for contractors’
By Globe Banner Report | Jun 8, 2023
ServiceTitan has appointed Dave Sherry as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).