News from 2025
WhatsApp launches message translation feature for cross-language communication
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
WhatsApp has announced the introduction of message translations, a new feature aimed at helping users communicate across different languages.
Siemens and Merck expand partnership focusing on AI-driven drug development
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
Siemens and Merck have announced an extension of their strategic partnership aimed at advancing the use of artificial intelligence and data-driven solutions in drug discovery and development.
UBS index finds Miami holds highest global housing bubble risk; Dubai sees sharpest rise
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
Miami has the highest bubble risk among major global cities, according to the UBS Global Real Estate Bubble Index 2025.
Morgan Stanley highlights need for active portfolio management amid shifting fixed income environment
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
Following a period of relative calm in the markets over the summer, Morgan Stanley Investment Management has suggested that current conditions may warrant more active portfolio management.
Vietnam shifts focus towards private sector amid trade challenges
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
Vietnam is responding to tariffs imposed by its largest trading partner by shifting focus toward the private sector to drive economic growth.
Sun Life Global Investments launches first ETF series on fixed income funds
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
SLGI Asset Management Inc., operating as Sun Life Global Investments, has introduced its first exchange-traded fund (ETF) series for three of its active fixed income funds.
Xampla develops biodegradable plant-based alternatives to single-use plastic packaging
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
Xampla is working to replace conventional plastics with plant-based materials that are biodegradable.
Everest Reinsurance opens new office in India’s GIFT City
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
Everest Reinsurance, the reinsurance division of Everest Group, Ltd., has announced the opening of a new office in Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City), India.
Cambridge named lead partner for British Academy early career researcher network in East England
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
The University of Cambridge has been chosen as the lead delivery partner for the British Academy’s new East of England Early Career Researcher Network (ECRN) cluster.
Nordea schedules Capital Markets Day in London for November 2025
By Globe Banner | Oct 2, 2025
Nordea has announced it will hold its next Capital Markets Day on 5 November 2025 in London.
IMF staff concludes annual economic review mission with United Arab Emirates
By Globe Banner | Oct 2, 2025
A team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), led by Said Bakhache, concluded its 2025 Article IV Consultation with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) after discussions held in Abu Dhabi from September 17 to October 1, 2025.
Amazon Web Services backs launch of LSEG's World-Check Verify API
By A. C. Angeles | Oct 2, 2025
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced its support for the launch of LSEG Risk Intelligence's World-Check Verify, a cloud-based screening API designed to integrate compliance checks into payment and onboarding systems.
WTO members discuss progress on global fossil fuel subsidy reform
By Globe Banner | Oct 2, 2025
WTO members recently convened to discuss progress and share strategies for reforming fossil fuel subsidies as part of the Fossil Fuel Subsidy Reform (FFSR) initiative.
Axis Capital to announce Q3 financial results on October 29
By Globe Banner | Oct 2, 2025
AXIS Capital Holdings Limited has announced it will release its third quarter financial results for the period ending September 30, 2025, on October 29, 2025, after the close of financial markets.
U.S. Embassy issues alert ahead of large protest in Mexico City
By Globe Banner | Oct 2, 2025
A large protest is expected to take place in Mexico City on October 2, organized by student groups led by Comite 68.
ANZ urges vigilance as scams cost Australian businesses millions
By Globe Banner | Oct 2, 2025
ANZ is advising Australian businesses to remain alert to the growing threat of scams during Cyber Security Awareness Month.
WTO Fish Fund launches first call for proposals after reaching full operational status
By Globe Banner | Oct 2, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) announced that its Fish Fund is now fully operational, with the first call for proposals set to close next week.
WTO releases panel report on EU duties for Indonesian stainless steel products
By Globe Banner | Oct 2, 2025
A World Trade Organization (WTO) dispute panel has released its report concerning the European Union's countervailing and anti-dumping duties imposed on stainless steel cold-rolled flat products from Indonesia.
WTO committee plans session on AI, semiconductors, and regulatory transparency
By Globe Banner | Oct 2, 2025
The World Trade Organization’s Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee is preparing for a series of thematic sessions on November 11, focusing on critical emerging technologies, the role of metrology in trade, and good regulatory practices.
IMF completes sixth review under credit facility arrangement for Nepal
By Globe Banner | Oct 2, 2025
On October 1, 2025, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed its sixth review under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement for Nepal.