News from October 2025
Financial Stability Board outlines new steps to address nonbank sector vulnerabilities
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) highlighted the increasing significance and complexity of nonbank financial intermediation (NBFI) during a virtual seminar organized by the Program on International Financial Systems.
Swansea University recognized as University of Sanctuary for support toward displaced people
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
Swansea University has been awarded University of Sanctuary status, recognizing its efforts to support people fleeing conflict and persecution.
Swansea University receives major grant for research into improved stroke treatment
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
Swansea University researchers have received £1.2 million in funding to develop a new test aimed at improving stroke care.
Marine scientists call for regulatory reforms to boost global ocean restoration
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
Marine scientists are calling for major changes to the rules governing marine ecosystem restoration, arguing that outdated and complex permitting processes are hindering efforts to revive declining ocean habitats.
U.S. Embassy issues alert after pro-Palestine protests near Paseo de la Reforma
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
On the evening of October 1, two pro-Palestine demonstrations took place in Mexico City.
U.S. Deputy Secretary meets Singapore’s foreign minister to discuss strategic partnership
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Singaporean Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan on September 24 to discuss the ongoing partnership between the United States and Singapore.
Cambridge scientists visualize key protein clusters linked to onset of parkinson's
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
Scientists from the University of Cambridge, UCL, the Francis Crick Institute, and Polytechnique Montréal have directly observed and measured protein clusters thought to trigger Parkinson’s disease in human brain tissue for the first time.
WTO committee reviews digital payments' impact on trade and discusses global remittance proposals
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
Facilitating digital payment systems and remittance services was the focus of a recent session held by a World Trade Organization (WTO) committee.
U.S. Embassy warns citizens of scheduled demonstration in Bratislava
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
A demonstration is planned for Thursday, October 2, at Namestie Slobody (Freedom Square) in Bratislava, Slovakia.
U.S. Embassy warns Americans as transportation unions announce strike in Lima
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
A transportation strike is scheduled for October 2, 2025, in Lima and Callao.
Meta to use AI interactions for personalized content and ad recommendations
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
Meta announced it will soon use user interactions with its artificial intelligence (AI) features to further personalize content and advertisements across its platforms, including Facebook and Instagram.
WTO committee reviews classification approaches for environmental services
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
The Committee on Specific Commitments at the World Trade Organization (WTO) held a thematic session to examine the classification of environmental services.
Samsung partners with OpenAI on global AI infrastructure development
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
OpenAI and several Samsung companies have announced a letter of intent to form a strategic partnership aimed at advancing global artificial intelligence (AI) data center infrastructure and developing new technologies.
U.S. Embassy Seoul recruits delegates for CES 2026 technology event in Las Vegas
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
The U.S. Commercial Service (USCS) at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul has announced the recruitment of participants for its official delegation to CES 2026, scheduled to take place in Las Vegas from January 6 to January 9, 2026.
Customization and tax efficiency drive trends in wealth management industry
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
Customization and tax management have become central concerns for affluent investors, according to a new study by Cerulli Associates.
UOB launches company-wide AI upskilling programme for workforce
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
UOB has launched a comprehensive initiative to prepare its workforce for an AI-driven workplace.
Regulators remind lenders of requirements during lapses in national flood insurance program
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
Federal financial regulators have issued a reminder to lenders regarding their obligations when the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is not available.
UBS to redeem EUR 2 billion senior unsecured notes issued by Credit Suisse
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
UBS Group AG has announced plans to redeem the entire outstanding amount of its EUR 2 billion 2.125% Fixed Rate Reset Senior Callable Notes, which are due in 2026.
Fulbright program opens applications for Timorese scholars to conduct research in United States
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Dili has announced the opening of applications for the 2026-2027 Fulbright U.S.-ASEAN Visiting Scholar Program.
NCUA ensures continued insurance coverage for credit union members during government shutdown
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) announced it will remain operational and continue to insure individual credit union accounts during the ongoing federal government shutdown.