News from June 2025
AI company releases advanced model for enhanced robotic interaction
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2025
Today marks the release of V-JEPA 2, a new world model trained on video that enhances the ability of robots and AI agents to understand and predict interactions in the physical world.
CDC issues global travel health notice for measles
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2025
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced a Level 1 Global Travel Health Notice for measles, highlighting the ongoing risk of infection worldwide.
Sympower CEO Simon Bushell discusses inequality, investment advice, and partnership with Activate
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2025
Welcome to our Meet the CEO series, featuring interviews with leaders from Activate portfolio companies.
ANZ launches first nations strategy aiming for $50 billion Indigenous economy
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2025
ANZ has introduced 'Fuelling the Fire', its first-ever First Nations Strategy, marking a significant initiative within the Australian banking sector.
U.S. supports zero nominal growth budget at IAEA Board meeting
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2025
The United States, represented by Chargé d’Affaires Howard Solomon, expressed its gratitude to the leadership of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) during a meeting in Vienna, Austria.
UN Security Council briefing addresses justice mechanisms post-1990s conflicts
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2025
Thank you, Madam President.
US addresses IAEA board on North Korean nuclear concerns
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2025
The United States, represented by Chargé d’Affaires Howard Solomon, addressed the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors in Vienna on June 11, 2025.
NVIDIA collaborates with European partners to advance regional AI capabilities
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2025
NVIDIA has announced a collaboration with model builders and cloud providers across Europe and the Middle East to enhance sovereign large language models (LLMs).
Gender equality in care work linked to economic stability
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2025
Care work highlights gender disparities, with women comprising around 62.1% of the global paid health and care workforce and an estimated 76% of all unpaid care work.
Nigerian Cybercrimes Act misuse sparks call for reform from international diplomats
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2025
On Democracy Day, the heads of missions from the United States, United Kingdom, Finland, Norway, and Canada acknowledged Nigeria's 26 years of democratic governance.
CDC issues global travel health notice for measles
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur has issued a health alert concerning a Level 1 Global Travel Health Notice for measles, as announced by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Social protection project aids displaced families in Pakistan
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2025
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, a significant effort is underway to assist nearly one million families affected by conflict and displacement.
ANZ appoints Lachlan Halstead as new country head for China
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2025
ANZ has announced the appointment of Lachlan Halstead as Country Head ANZ China.
Social Security Administration representatives set for Kosice visit
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2025
Representatives from the Social Security Administration are scheduled to visit Kosice on June 25, 2025.
Oxford researchers identify new therapeutic target for aggressive leukaemia
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2025
A research team at the University of Oxford has identified a potential new therapeutic target for blast phase myeloproliferative neoplasm (BP-MPN), an aggressive form of leukaemia.
Robotic electronic skin development offers improved sensory capabilities
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2025
Researchers from the University of Cambridge and University College London (UCL) have developed a new type of electronic skin for robots.
World Bank approves $300M for agribusiness development in Togo
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2025
The World Bank Group (WBG) has approved a $300 million initiative to help Togo establish itself as a regional center for agribusiness and animal nutrition.
Siemens-NVIDIA partnership expands to boost AI in manufacturing
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2025
Siemens and NVIDIA have announced an expansion of their partnership aimed at accelerating the integration of AI capabilities in manufacturing.
Cambodia urged to diversify economy to sustain growth amid global uncertainties
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2025
Cambodia's economy has demonstrated resilience amid global uncertainty, with strong exports and a partial revival in private consumption contributing to this stability.
U.S. Embassy clarifies travel advisory for Namibia amid new entry restrictions
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Windhoek has clarified its travel advisory and visa policy for Namibia, emphasizing the strong bilateral relationship between the two nations.