News from December 2025
Binance Charity announces $200,000 pledge to support flood relief in Southern Thailand
By Globe Banner | Dec 15, 2025
Binance Charity has announced a pledge of $200,000 to the Thai Red Cross Society.
Security alert issued after deadly attack targets Jewish community near Bondi Beach
By Globe Banner | Dec 15, 2025
At least 15 people were killed and 40 injured in a terrorist attack targeting the Jewish community near Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia on December 14, 2025.
Amazon partners with UnionBank to expand AI-powered data access in the Philippines
By E. B. Graves | Dec 15, 2025
Amazon has announced that Union Bank of the Philippines has adopted Amazon Quick Suite, enabling over 200 business users to analyze data through natural language.
Swansea University ranks among top UK institutions for environmental sustainability
By Globe Banner | Dec 15, 2025
Swansea University has been recognized as a first-class institution for its environmental efforts, ranking 13th among UK universities in the People & Planet University League.
HSBC sends scheme document for proposed privatisation of Hang Seng Bank
By Globe Banner | Dec 15, 2025
HSBC Holdings plc and Hang Seng Bank have announced the publication and despatch of the Scheme Document related to HSBC’s proposed privatisation of Hang Seng Bank.
U.S. Embassy warns citizens about scheduled protests in Bratislava
By Globe Banner | Dec 15, 2025
Two protests are set to take place at Freedom Square in Bratislava on Monday, December 15 and Tuesday, December 16, both starting at 6:00 PM.
Siemens Mobility and Railpool announce €20 million locomotive service hub in Verona
By Globe Banner | Dec 15, 2025
Siemens Mobility and Railpool have announced plans to jointly build a new locomotive service hub in Verona, Italy.
Siemens funds seven anti-corruption projects as part of global integrity initiative
By Globe Banner | Dec 15, 2025
Siemens has announced the continuation of its Integrity Initiative, reinforcing its commitment to combating corruption on a global scale.
WTO concludes Reform Week as preparations begin for Ministerial Conference reform talks
By Globe Banner | Dec 15, 2025
WTO members concluded Reform Week with discussions aimed at shaping reform proposals for consideration at the 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) in March 2026.
Swansea University awards honorary degree to legal expert Richard Neylon
By Globe Banner | Dec 15, 2025
Richard Neylon, a legal expert known for his work in marine casualty and crisis response, has been awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws (LLD) by Swansea University.
Study ranks human monogamy among mammals using sibling genetic analysis
By Globe Banner | Dec 15, 2025
A new study led by Dr Mark Dyble from the University of Cambridge’s Department of Archaeology has introduced a novel method for measuring monogamy across species, including humans.
KfW projects record green bond issuance amid push for digital finance standardisation
By Globe Banner | Dec 15, 2025
KfW Group has announced its funding plans for 2026, projecting an increase in its total capital market funding to between EUR 75 and 80 billion.
Facebook introduces new features for simpler navigation and improved connections
By Globe Banner | Dec 15, 2025
Facebook has announced a series of updates aimed at simplifying how users create, discover, and share content on its platform.
Siemens study shows energy efficiency is top priority for building infrastructure
By Globe Banner | Dec 15, 2025
Energy efficiency has become the top infrastructure priority for organizations, according to a recent survey and study by Siemens.
Committee on Fisheries Subsidies holds inaugural meeting following new WTO agreement
By Globe Banner | Dec 15, 2025
The Committee on Fisheries Subsidies held its first meeting following the entry into force of the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies on September 15, as required by Article 9 of the Agreement.
UBS report highlights generational shift among global billionaires
By Globe Banner | Dec 15, 2025
UBS has released its 11th Billionaire Ambitions Report, highlighting significant shifts in global wealth creation and the increasing influence of a new generation of billionaires.
Australian consumer confidence drops as concerns about future finances grow
By Globe Banner | Dec 15, 2025
Consumer confidence in Australia declined by 2.0 points last week, reaching 83.5 points, according to the latest ANZ-Roy Morgan survey.
Morgan Stanley examines impact of generational shifts on global economy
By Globe Banner | Dec 15, 2025
A new video from Morgan Stanley Investment Management explores how a generational shift is impacting the global economy.
Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners discusses long-term strategies amid political volatility
By Globe Banner | Dec 15, 2025
Faced with ongoing global uncertainty, Markus Hottenrott of Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners has discussed the importance of focusing on long-term value in infrastructure investment.
Cambridge and Lund University host conference on accelerating climate transition
By Globe Banner | Dec 15, 2025
More than 100 researchers from the University of Cambridge and Lund University have convened in Sweden this week for a joint conference focused on advancing the climate transition.