News from September 2025
Founder of Binance: 'Aster becomes the biggest BSC-USDT holder apart from Binance Hot Wallet'
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
Changpeng Zhao, founder of Binance, said that Aster has become the largest BSC-USDT holder apart from Binance's hot wallet, referencing Arkham analytics.
U.S. Embassy issues security alert ahead of presidential candidate nominations in Kampala
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Kampala has issued a security alert ahead of the Ugandan Electoral Commission’s nominations for presidential candidates, scheduled for September 23 and 24, 2025.
ExxonMobil approves Hammerhead project as seventh major offshore development in Guyana
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
ExxonMobil has announced a final investment decision for the Hammerhead development, its seventh offshore project in Guyana's Stabroek block.
Facebook introduces dating assistant and Meet Cute features for US and Canada
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
Facebook has announced the introduction of two new features for its Dating platform, aiming to simplify the online dating experience and reduce what it describes as "swipe fatigue."
Johnson & Johnson announces Phase 3 trial results for seltorexant in depression with insomnia
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
Johnson & Johnson has released results from a Phase 3 clinical trial evaluating seltorexant, an investigational treatment for adults and elderly patients with major depressive disorder (MDD) who also experience insomnia symptoms.
Binance’s BNB breaks the $1,000 barrier for the first time
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
Binance announced that BNB has reached the $1,000 milestone, marking a roughly 999,900% increase from its 2017 Initial Coin Offering (ICO) price of $0.10.
U.S. Embassy in Maputo seeks bids for kitchen hood exhaust duct cleaning
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Maputo has announced an invitation for proposals related to preventive maintenance services for kitchen hood exhaust duct cleaning.
U.S. Consular Agency Santa Cruz to close for local holiday on September 24
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
The U.S. Consular Agency in Santa Cruz will not be open on Wednesday, September 24, due to the observance of Santa Cruz Department Day.
Siemens invests €500 million in Erlangen technology campus under Made for Germany initiative
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
Siemens has announced the launch of a major project as part of its Made for Germany initiative, focusing on expanding its Erlangen site into a leading technology campus.
U.S., Marshall Islands announce new investments in security, infrastructure under Compact agreement
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
The United States has reaffirmed its partnership with the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI), emphasizing ongoing cooperation in defense, infrastructure, and public safety.
US General Services Administration expands access to Meta's Llama AI models for federal agencies
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
The US General Services Administration (GSA) has announced a new initiative with Meta to make Meta’s Llama open source AI models more accessible to federal departments and agencies.
Yuanta Financial supports rural students’ environmental education at Kaohsiung sugar factory
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
Yuanta Financial Holding Company and the Yuanta Cultural and Educational Foundation recently organized an environmental education event as part of their ongoing efforts to support students in remote areas.
U.S. Embassy updates interview waiver policy for nonimmigrant visas effective October 2025
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
Starting October 1, 2025, most nonimmigrant visa applicants to the United States, including those seeking renewals, will be required to attend an in-person interview with a consular officer.
IMF reviews economic progress as part of Article IV consultation with Republic of Nauru
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed its 2025 Article IV Consultation with the Republic of Nauru, according to a statement released on September 22, 2025.
WTO opens NGO accreditation for Yaoundé Ministerial Conference
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has opened the accreditation process for non-governmental organizations (NGOs) wishing to participate in the upcoming Ministerial Conference in Yaoundé.
Ambassador Kierscht hosts Art in Embassies reception highlighting cultural ties
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht hosted a private reception at her official residence in Djibouti on September 16, 2025, as part of the U.S. Department of State’s “Art in Embassies” program.
World Bank opens regional hub in Riyadh for MENAAP countries
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
The World Bank has opened a new regional hub in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to serve the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan, and Pakistan (MENAAP) region.
OCBC pledges S$500K over five years for tuition aid program benefiting low-income students
By Globe Banner | Sep 21, 2025
OCBC has pledged S$500,000 over five years to fund a tuition programme for children from low-income families in Singapore.
U.S. Embassy in Madagascar marks 24th anniversary of September 11 attacks
By Globe Banner | Sep 20, 2025
Craig Ferguson, Public Affairs Officer at the U.S. Embassy in Antananarivo, addressed attendees during a ceremony marking the 24th anniversary of the September 11 attacks.
Amazon opens Operations Innovation Lab in Italy to create safer workplaces with technology
By K. K. Gipson | Sep 19, 2025
Amazon has announced the launch of its Operations Innovation Lab in Vercelli, Italy.