News from November 2024


Siemens partners with Enemalta for digital transformation of Maltese grid

Enemalta, Malta's primary energy services provider, is taking steps to modernize its national electricity distribution grid in collaboration with Siemens.


MANTRA CEO: Real estate is 'soon-to-be trillion-dirham industry on a yearly basis in Dubai'

John Patrick Mullin, CEO of MANTRA, said that while many assets can be tokenized, "real estate," particularly in Dubai’s extensive market, offers a significantly greater "tokenization" opportunity than smaller assets.


Chainalysis CRO: 'I think TradFi is coming to the blockchain'

Bas Lemmens, Chief Revenue Officer at Chainalysis, said that traditional finance is "coming to the blockchain," and he anticipates "trillions of dollars" in value will be transferred onto the blockchain.


IMF reaches agreement with Burkina Faso on credit facility review

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a staff-level agreement with Burkina Faso on the second review of the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement.


IMF's Georgieva addresses global economic challenges at annual research conference

Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), delivered remarks at the 25th Jacques Polak Annual Research Conference.


IRENA-WTO report outlines trade policies for renewable hydrogen expansion

The latest joint report from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the World Trade Organization (WTO) delves into trade strategies for promoting renewable hydrogen and its derivatives.


Nordea appoints Per Långsved as new CEO of Life & Pension

Per Långsved, who currently serves as the Head of Personal Banking Sweden, has been appointed CEO of Nordea Life & Pension.


German venture capital investor sentiment improves but exit challenges persist

Sentiment among venture capital investors in Germany has shown significant improvement in the third quarter of 2024.


Sweden pledges SEK 30 million for safe agriculture trade in developing countries

Sweden has pledged SEK 30 million to support safe agricultural trade in developing economies through the Standards and Trade Development Facility (STDF).


Madagascar launches platform to boost climate finance through international partnerships

The Government of Madagascar, in partnership with International Financial Institutions (IFIs) and development partners, has unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at enhancing climate finance in the country.


German private equity market sentiment hits four-year low

Sentiment in the German private equity market has significantly deteriorated for the second consecutive quarter.


ANZ highlights efforts against scams with new video series

ANZ has unveiled a video series showcasing the work of its Scam Assist team, which focuses on combating scam threats and assisting customers.


Students engage in discussions on global trade at WTO event

Students from various cities gathered to explore the World Trade Organization's (WTO) role in global trade during a recent event aimed at demystifying the subject.


Siemens reports record profits; outlines future growth strategies

Siemens AG has concluded its fiscal year 2024 with record profits, according to statements from company executives.


Sub-Saharan Africa faces diverging economic growth patterns

Stagnating incomes in sub-Saharan Africa's resource-intensive economies are calling for more effective fiscal management and broad-based structural reforms, according to a recent analytical note from the Regional Economic Outlook for the region.


Sun Life commits additional funds towards combating type 2 diabetes

Sun Life has announced an additional commitment of $1.53 million to combat diabetes, marking World Diabetes Day with a focus on partnerships aimed at addressing the rising rates of type 2 diabetes.


Sriroj maintains lead as Fubon Senior Open heads into final round

Thammanoon Sriroj and Prayad Marksaeng, both seasoned golfers from Thailand, have maintained their lead after the second round of the 2024 Fubon Senior Open.


Siemens reports strong FY24 results; eyes continued growth amid economic uncertainties

Siemens AG has reported a successful fiscal year 2024, achieving record profits and maintaining its strategic focus.


Personal income rises across most U.S. counties according to BEA report

The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) has reported that personal income in current dollars rose in 2,814 counties, fell in 295, and remained unchanged in five counties during 2023.


Prudential partners with Icon Cancer Centre for expanded healthcare services

Prudential plc has announced a partnership with Icon Cancer Centre Singapore, expanding its healthcare network to offer cashless outpatient cancer treatment for customers in Singapore and Indonesia.