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News from April 2025


Job vacancies increase 0.4% in March amid regional and sectoral shifts in Australia

ANZ-Indeed Australian Job Ads rose by 0.4% month on month in March, following a 1.3% decline in February.


Siemens and O₂ Telefónica to collaborate on 5G network slicing solutions

Siemens and O₂ Telefónica Deutschland are collaborating to develop solutions based on 5G network slicing technology.


Petitioners may now join immigrant visa interviews at U.S. Embassy Santo Domingo

Immigrant visa applicants at the U.S. Embassy in Santo Domingo now have the option to bring their petitioners to join them during visa interviews.


Innovation Fair in La Paz to showcase Bolivian technology and creativity

The Innovation Fair hosted by the U.S. Embassy in Bolivia is set to feature the creativity of 13 local innovators.


World Bank report suggests reforms for job growth and economic expansion in Lesotho

Lesotho could see job growth and economic expansion through private sector-led growth and public sector reforms, according to the World Bank's first Lesotho Economic Update (LEU) released on April 7, 2025.


Swansea University study explores cold-water therapy for PTSD treatment

A new study conducted by Swansea University is exploring the potential of cold-water immersion (CWI) therapy to alleviate symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).


Visa applicants must ensure matching confirmation numbers starting April 2025

Beginning on April 15, 2025, visa applicants will be required to present a DS-160 visa application form with a confirmation or barcode number that matches the one used for scheduling their appointment online.


CNMV issues warnings on unauthorized financial and crypto entities

The Comisión Nacional del Mercado de Valores (CNMV) has issued warnings from international regulators regarding unregistered entities offering unauthorized financial and cryptocurrency services.


BaFin issues warning on Heiz Analytics for unauthorized financial services

The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has issued a warning concerning Heiz Analytics, alleging that the entity is offering financial, investment, and crypto asset services without the necessary authorization.


Crypto Price Shifts for April 5, 2025

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Binance Coin & more: Today's crypto overview — April 5, 2025


Secretary Rubio reaffirms U.S. support for Israel in call with Netanyahu

Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently held a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.


State restricts visas for South Sudanese nationals amid non-compliance

The United States Department of State has announced measures targeting South Sudanese nationals, as communicated by Secretary of State Marco Rubio on April 5, 2025.


IPIRA conference enriches discussions on IP innovation and scholarship in Asia

DDG Hill discussed the pivotal timing of the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) negotiations, which aligned with the World Wide Web's release into the public domain.


U.S. sanctions network supporting Houthis, targeting commodities from Russia

The U.S. government has announced sanctions against individuals and organizations involved in a global illicit finance network supporting the Houthi group.


Rafik Mansour appointed as U.S. Principal Officer and Consul General in Jeddah

Rafik Mansour has taken on the role of the United States Principal Officer and Consul General in Jeddah.


Crypto Price Shifts for April 4, 2025

From Bitcoin to Solana: Here’s how major cryptocurrencies moved today – April 4, 2025.


Secretary Rubio and Malaysian Foreign Minister reinforce U.S.-Malaysia partnership

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a call with Malaysian Foreign Minister Dato’ Seri Mohamad Hasan to discuss key international relations involving their nations.


US, Japan, South Korea strengthen trilateral cooperation in Brussels meeting

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi, and Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul met in Brussels on April 3 to enhance trilateral cooperation focusing on security, prosperity, and shared...


NATO, U.S. reaffirm commitment amid Ukraine conflict and global security threats

On April 3, 2025, at NATO Headquarters in Brussels, NATO Secretary General Rutte welcomed U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, noting his presence at his first foreign ministers meeting.


Crypto Price Shifts for April 3, 2025

Tracking the latest price action across Bitcoin, Ethereum, Binance Coin, and more on April 3, 2025.