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Siemens integrates Apple Wallet into Building X Security Manager

Siemens has introduced a new feature for its Building X Security Manager, allowing users to access buildings using Apple Wallet.


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Dirk Schumacher named new chief economist of KfW Group

Dr. Dirk Schumacher has been appointed as the new Chief Economist of KfW Group and will start his role on April 1, 2025.


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World Bank launches GBP 1 billion bond for sustainable development

The World Bank has successfully launched a long 5-year British pound sterling benchmark bond, amounting to GBP 1 billion.


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Fubon Financial wins nine awards at 2025 Insurance Quality Awards

Fubon Financial Holdings and its subsidiaries have been recognized at the "2025 Insurance Quality Awards," receiving a total of nine awards.


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NAB cautions young investors against treating collectables as long-term investments

Collectable items such as Pokémon cards, NFTs, and most recently Labubu figurines are attracting significant attention from young consumers.


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Siemens aids Spinnova in advancing sustainable textile production

Siemens and Spinnova are collaborating to advance sustainable textile manufacturing at the Woodspin factory in Jyväskylä, Finland.


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World Bank approves $35M project to aid Meghalaya's adolescents

The World Bank's Board of Executive Directors has approved a new initiative aimed at assisting 500,000 adolescents in Meghalaya, India.



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Siemens launches startup support program at CES 2025

Siemens has introduced a new initiative, Siemens for Startups, aimed at empowering early-stage engineering and manufacturing startups.


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NAB supports disaster relief efforts with over $5 million in grants

The first half of 2025 has seen a series of natural disasters affecting Australia, including Cyclone Alfred and major flooding in Central and South West Queensland and New South Wales.


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UK consumer card spending remains flat amid focus on entertainment and travel

Consumer spending in the UK remained flat in December, according to the latest Barclays Consumer Spend report.


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World Bank raises $6 billion through record-breaking sustainable development bond

The World Bank has successfully issued a 7-year Sustainable Development Bond, raising USD 6 billion.


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NCUA releases report on credit union diversity self-assessment results for 2023

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has released the 2023 Credit Union Diversity Self-Assessment Results Report.


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E*TRADE releases monthly study on S&P 500 sector rotation

E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley has released its monthly sector rotation study, which examines the buying and selling behaviors of E*TRADE customers in relation to stocks within the S&P 500 sectors.


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Chile secures $5.1M funding for reducing carbon emissions

Chile has secured $5.1 million from the World Bank’s Forest Carbon Partnership Facility (FCPF) for reducing 1.03 million tons of carbon emissions related to deforestation and forest degradation.


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Youth murals depict hopes for Bangladesh's future

Bangladeshi youth have transformed city walls into vibrant canvases, painting murals that reflect their vision for the future.


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Siemens showcases industrial AI innovations at CES 2025

Siemens presented its latest advancements in industrial AI and digital twin technology at CES 2025 in Las Vegas.


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NAB cuts interest rates on loans after RBA cash rate reduction

Australia's largest business bank, NAB, announced a reduction in interest rates on eligible business lending products by 0.25% per annum.


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Barclays highlights prevalent scams in 2024; calls for vigilance

Barclays has unveiled research highlighting the prevalence of scams in 2024, with one in five consumers reportedly falling victim to fraudulent activities.


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World Bank launches AUD $1.75B bond as part of its sustainable development efforts

The World Bank has initiated its 2025 funding program with a successful launch of an Australian dollar 1.75 billion five-year bond.