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News from November 2025


Binance founder on Japan's proposed crypto tax cut: ‘Lower fees = more economic growth’

Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, founder and former CEO of Binance, has expressed support for reducing cryptocurrency fees as a means to stimulate economic growth.


Slack Water Capital founder: Litigation abuse drives 'up the cost of living for everyone'

Ben Bortner, Founder of Slack Water Capital, said that frivolous lawsuits increase costs for the public and that Florida's recent litigation reforms are beginning to ease auto and homeowners insurance rates.


Amazon announces projects to restore over 2 billion liters of water annually

Amazon has announced a series of new global water conservation and replenishment projects, which are anticipated to restore over 2 billion liters of water annually through nature-based solutions.


Amazon adds K Pro AI co-pilot to AWS Marketplace

Amazon has announced the availability of Owkin's K Pro agentic AI co-pilot for biopharma in the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Marketplace Software as a Service (SaaS) category.


Societe Generale to start EUR 1 billion share buy-back from November

Societe Generale has announced the launch of a new share buy-back programme worth EUR 1 billion.


U.S. Embassy cancels November 18 visa interviews due to rallies and road closures

The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines has announced that it will remain closed for visa interview appointments on November 18 due to ongoing heavy traffic and road closures caused by rallies near the embassy.


Lebanon’s Roads and Employment Project improves infrastructure while creating jobs

Roads in Lebanon have faced years of deterioration due to neglect, economic crisis, and increased demand from the influx of Syrian refugees.


How children born abroad can qualify for U.S. citizenship

A child born outside the United States may acquire U.S. citizenship at birth if at least one parent is a U.S. citizen and meets certain physical presence requirements.


MEP Petr Bystron questions President Steinmeier’s fitness for office

Petr Bystron, a member of the European Parliament, has criticized President Steinmeier's suitability to represent Germany.


World Bank warns public about loan scams misusing its name in Bangladesh

The World Bank has issued a warning to the public in Bangladesh regarding fraudulent schemes that misuse its name and logo.


U.S. Embassy warns public against false Diversity Visa 2027 registration claims

The U.S. Embassy in Samoa has issued a warning regarding false reports about the Diversity Visa (DV) 2027 program.


Oxford researchers awarded major ERC grants for neuroscience and cybersecurity projects

Two Oxford University academics have been awarded European Research Council (ERC) Synergy Grants to lead research on major scientific challenges.


Senior U.S. delegation discusses future of American health assistance in Zambia

A senior U.S. government delegation visited Lusaka on November 17 to discuss a new direction for American health assistance in Zambia.


Jean-Yves Fillion appointed as CEO for Societe Generale Americas

Jean-Yves Fillion has been named Chief Executive Officer of Societe Generale Americas, replacing Stephane About, who is retiring.


WTO publishes trade policy review documents for Nepal

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has made available several documents as part of the latest Trade Policy Review (TPR) for Nepal.


Alexander Schmitt named chief procurement officer at PowerCo SE

Alexander Schmitt has been appointed as the new Chief Procurement Officer and member of the Executive Board at PowerCo SE, effective November 18, 2025.


United States opposes aspects of IAEA technical cooperation plan citing policy concerns

The United States has expressed its position on the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) proposed Technical Cooperation (TC) Program for 2026-2027, highlighting disagreements over the program's direction and funding priorities.


Siemens unveils Velaro high-speed train at TransMEA 2025 in Cairo

At the opening of TransMEA 2025 in Cairo, Siemens Mobility introduced its Velaro high-speed train to the Egyptian public for the first time.


Sun Life completes $114 million annuity buy-in for Fraser Papers pension plans

Sun Life Financial Inc. has completed two annuity buy-in transactions totaling $114 million with the Board of Trustees for two New Brunswick shared risk pension plans, covering more than 700 former employees of Fraser Papers Inc. The deal, advised...


Sun Life renews funding for Montreal Heart Institute’s diabetes prevention clinic

Sun Life and the Montreal Heart Institute (MHI) Foundation have renewed their partnership to support diabetes prevention and remission efforts in Quebec.