News from 2025
World Bank urges deeper reforms for Togo’s sustainable economic growth
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
Togo has experienced steady economic growth over the past decade, but now faces new challenges due to a changing regional and international environment.
Siemens partners with Snowflake to connect industrial edge data with cloud analytics
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
Siemens and Snowflake have announced a collaboration aimed at helping industrial customers bridge operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) systems.
Macquarie Capital completes sale of Centerline Logistics to Maritime Partners
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
Macquarie Capital has completed the sale of Centerline Logistics to an investment vehicle managed by Maritime Partners, LLC.
Farming Minister tours Sainsbury Laboratory at Cambridge University
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
The University of Cambridge recently welcomed Daniel Zeichner MP, Farming Minister and local Member of Parliament, to the Sainsbury Laboratory for a tour and discussions with plant science and Agri-Tech researchers.
Standard Chartered appoints Roger Charles as head of sustainability initiatives
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
Roger Charles has joined Standard Chartered's Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) team as Head of Sustainability Initiatives, Coverage.
Samsung launches ‘SmartThings Meets AI Home’ campaign ahead of IFA 2025
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
Samsung Electronics has launched a new campaign called “SmartThings Meets AI Home,” introducing its vision for the future of connected living.
Societe Generale board appoints Laura Barlow as new director
By Globe Banner | Sep 10, 2025
The Board of Directors at Societe Generale has decided to appoint Laura Barlow as a Director, effective September 1, 2025.
U.S. Embassy in Praia seeks applicants for senior guard position
By Globe Banner | Sep 9, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Praia has announced a job opening for the position of Senior Guard FSN 04 at the New Embassy Compound, offering a four-year contract.
Venezuela sees rise in Binance dollars use amid inflation
By Globe Banner | Sep 9, 2025
Venezuelans are increasingly turning to stablecoins, particularly Tether’s USDt, often referred to locally as "Binance dollars," to navigate the challenges of inflation and the decline of the bolívar.
Ovation Home Insurance Exchange warns of financial risks tied to misunderstood deductibles
By Globe Banner | Sep 9, 2025
The Ovation Home Insurance Exchange has issued a call for homeowners to gain a better understanding of how deductibles impact out-of-pocket costs.
UK launches major new child development study tracking over 30,000 babies
By Globe Banner | Sep 9, 2025
A new UK-wide study, Generation New Era, will track the development of more than 30,000 babies born in 2026 through their early years and possibly beyond.
Bank of America CFO to speak at annual financials CEO conference
By Globe Banner | Sep 9, 2025
Bank of America announced that its Chief Financial Officer will participate in the BofA Securities 30th Annual Financials CEO Conference, scheduled for September 16.
Sun Life CFO Tim Deacon participates in Barclays financial services conference fireside chat
By Globe Banner | Sep 9, 2025
Tim Deacon, Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer of Sun Life, took part in a fireside chat at the Barclays 23rd Annual Global Financial Services Conference held in New York on September 8, 2025.
Volkswagen subsidiary Elli launches bidirectional charging pilot at IAA Mobility 2025
By Globe Banner | Sep 9, 2025
At the IAA Mobility 2025 event in Munich, Volkswagen Group’s subsidiary Elli announced a pilot project for bidirectional charging in private homes.
World Bank Group launches $100 million partnership with Sri Lanka for agriculture
By Globe Banner | Sep 9, 2025
More than 380,000 people in Sri Lanka are expected to benefit from a new $100 million partnership between the Government of Sri Lanka and the World Bank Group.
Morgan Stanley marks 25 years in Glasgow with commemorative tartan
By Globe Banner | Sep 9, 2025
Morgan Stanley has marked the 25th anniversary of its Glasgow office, highlighting a quarter-century of operations and partnership in Scotland.
U.S. congratulates Anutin Charnvirakul on becoming Thailand’s new prime minister
By Globe Banner | Sep 9, 2025
The United States has congratulated Anutin Charnvirakul on his selection as the next Prime Minister of Thailand.
Samsung becomes first to receive BSI IT Security Label under Korea-Germany agreement
By Globe Banner | Sep 9, 2025
Samsung Electronics has announced that its Bespoke AI Jet Bot Steam Ultra robot vacuum cleaner and Bespoke AI Refrigerator have received the BSI IT Security Label.
Macquarie launches Millbray platform targeting over-50s housing market
By Globe Banner | Sep 9, 2025
Macquarie Real Estate Partners (MREP), managed by Macquarie Asset Management’s Real Estate division, has announced the creation of Millbray, a new group focused on land lease communities in Australia.
U.S. Embassy Praia seeks applicants for project control coordinator position
By Globe Banner | Sep 9, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Praia has announced a job opening for the position of Project Control Coordinator (FSN-10).