News from 2024


Borealis Foods announces start of trading on NASDAQ

Borealis Foods has announced that it will commence trading on NASDAQ this week, following the completion of a business combination with Oxus Acquisition Corp.


BullseyeEngagement announces new member of its advisory board

Betty Gower, currently serving as the CEO of The Market Ninja and Chief Marketing Officer for Xapa.com, is set to join the advisory board of BullseyeEngagement. Her role will be to provide guidance on collaboration in marketing and communications.


Nordic Consulting adds new head of marketing

Melissa Prusher has been appointed as the head of marketing at Nordic Consulting. Her role will encompass overseeing an international team and collaborating with executives to formulate marketing strategies.


U.S. sanctions target Ecuadorian gang Los Choneros amid rising violence

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on Los Choneros, a violent gang in Ecuador, and its leader José Adolfo Macías Villamar, also known as "Fito."


U.S. Embassy issues protest advisory for Americans in Bratislava

The U.S. Embassy has issued a notice to American citizens regarding scheduled protests in Bratislava on Wednesday, February 7th.


Nordea receives FSA approval for Danske Bank acquisition in Norway

The Financial Supervisory Authority (FSA) has approved Nordea's acquisition of Danske Bank's personal customer and private banking business in Norway.


Cabo Verde officially accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has declared that Cabo Verde has officially accepted the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies by depositing its instrument of acceptance. This act by Cabo Verde brings the total number of WTO members who have ratified the Agreement to 56.


Binance’s Data Protection team earned five privacy certifications, advancing goal of expanding financial freedom safely

Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, announced in a Feb. 2 post that its Data Protection team handled 22,000 privacy-related inquiries in 2023 and secured five privacy certifications. The company stated that the primary "mission" of the Data Protection team is to foster trust and confidence among its users.


Steve Christie rejoins Binance as deputy chief compliance officer

Binance, the world's leading cryptocurrency exchange, confirmed on February 2 that Steve Christie has returned to the company in the role of Deputy Chief Compliance Officer. Christie had previously held the position of Senior Vice President of Compliance at Binance.


U.S. Assistant Secretary Robinson plans visit to Ecuador for anti-crime discussions

Assistant Secretary Todd D. Robinson from the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs is set to visit Ecuador from February 7 to 9.


Proven Behavior Solutions introduces new board member

Proven Behavioral Solutions, a Massachusetts-based provider of clinical services for children and teenagers diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), has appointed a new independent director. The appointee, Mark Donovan, boasts significant experience working with individuals diagnosed with ASD and currently serves on the board of Aesthetic Partners and Southern Family Dental Partners.


PPL Corporation receives $72 million award from U.S. Department of Energy

The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) has granted an award to fund a carbon dioxide capture research and development project.


Conagra Brands, Dolly Parton enter exclusive partnership for new product line in retail foods

Building on the success of the partnership between country superstar Dolly Parton and Duncan Hines, Conagra Foods has decided to expand Parton's brand. The new line will encompass refrigerated, grocery, frozen, and snack items.


Intrinsic LLC names two co-chief executive offers

Following the retirement of co-founder Alex Hodgkin as CEO in 2023, Intrinsic LLC embarked on a search for his successor. This week, the company announced that two of its current employees would jointly assume the role.


Biden imposes sanctions on individuals undermining peace in West Bank

President Joseph R. Biden Jr. has issued an executive order imposing sanctions on individuals undermining peace, security, and stability in the West Bank.


U.S.-Ecuador mission invites NGO proposals for Julia Taft Refugee Fund

The U.S. Mission in Ecuador, in partnership with the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration (PRM), has announced an opportunity for non-governmental organizations to submit proposals for the Julia Taft Refugee Fund 2024.


U.S. takes action with executive order targeting instability in West Bank

President Biden has reaffirmed the United States' strong support for Israel's right to self-defense following the terrorist attacks on October 7.


U.S. imposes new sanctions targeting West Bank violence

The United States has announced new measures to address actions undermining peace, security, and stability in the West Bank.


MedImpact Healthcare Systems announces acquisition of Elixir Solutions

MedImpact Healthcare Systems, an independent health solutions, technology, and pharmacy benefit management provider now in its 35th year, has announced the acquisition of Elixir Solutions, a company specializing in pharmacy benefits and services.


FinCEN praises Binance's enhanced compliance protocols

Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, announced on its website that U.S. government agencies have commended the enhancements made to its compliance program over recent years. The company has implemented measures to safeguard its users, including compliance audits, adherence to anti-money laundering (AML) standards, wallet segregation, and the introduction of a pioneering proof of reserves (PoR).