News from June 2023
ANZ warns customers about increased scam risks during end-of-year tax season
By Globe Banner | Jun 23, 2023
As the financial year draws to a close, ANZ has issued a warning to Australians about the heightened risk of scams and fraud.
Impact Analytics CEO: 'We appreciate Vistara Growth's faith in our continuing success'
By Globe Banner Report | Jun 23, 2023
Impact Analytics, based in Maryland, has closed its Vistara Growth funding, according to a press release. The news is confirmed months after the funding was secured in February 2021 and October 2022 from Argentum.
JetBlue VP on expanding flight network: 'We are proud to continue diversifying our network and to introduce even more options to connect'
By Globe Banner Report | Jun 22, 2023
Earlier this month, JetBlue confirmed plans to expand its flight network across the U.S. and the Caribbean, according to a press release. The airline has added two new destinations to its catalog and improved connections to prominent U.S. cities, including New York, Boston, Orlando and Los Angeles.
ANZ celebrates 15-year partnership with refugee employment program
By Globe Banner | Jun 21, 2023
ANZ marks a significant milestone this week, celebrating 15 years of collaboration with the Brotherhood of St Laurence's Given the Chance program.
CitiusTech CEO: 'We are excited to expand our operations to Poland'
By Globe Banner Report | Jun 21, 2023
New Jersey-based CitiusTech Healthcare Technology Pvt. Ltd’s healthcare technology services, solutions and platforms has made its way to Kraków, Poland, a press release reported.
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.
ANZ addresses HWL Ebsworth cyber incident, ensures its systems are secure
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2023
ANZ has confirmed its awareness of the cyber incident involving HWL Ebsworth.
ANZ introduces new measures against scams amid rising threats
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2023
ANZ has introduced several new measures to combat scams and financial crimes affecting its customers and the community.
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.
US and Ecuador sign memorandum to boost security collaboration
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2023
The United States and Ecuador have formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at enhancing security collaboration.
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.
ANZ signs deal with Queensland Government amid Suncorp Bank acquisition plans
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2023
ANZ has announced the signing of an implementation agreement with the Queensland Government as part of its plan to acquire Suncorp Bank.
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