Finance
SEC Enforcement Director Woodcock Reaffirms ‘Back to Basics’ Investor Protection
SEC Enforcement Director David Woodcock detailed a 'back to basics' agenda on May 13, focusing on investor protection and market integrity. He...
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Treasury Directs Banks to Hunt Iranian Money Laundering Networks
The U.S. Treasury Department is instructing financial institutions to monitor for Iranian money laundering networks involved in smuggling sanctioned oil via shell...
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Former World Bank Chief Urges China to Halt Food, Fertiliser Hoarding
Former World Bank chief David Malpass urges China to release food and fertiliser stockpiles to ease a global supply crisis, ahead of...
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Chinese AI Sparks Competition, Potentially Easing Inequality
New Chinese AI models are challenging U.S. dominance, creating competition that could drive down costs and benefit consumers, potentially mitigating AI-driven inequality.
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Somali Piracy Returns, Threatening Global Trade Routes
A resurgence of Somali piracy, fueled by regional conflicts and stretched naval resources, is adding significant costs and delays to global shipping.
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Tradespeople Confront Payment Delays: Half See Rise in Unpaid Invoices
More than half of tradespeople report a significant increase in late payments, forcing many to chase debts and adapt business practices amidst...
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Powell’s 8-Year Fed Chair Term Concludes, Prompts NPR Review
Jerome Powell's eight-year tenure as Federal Reserve Chair concludes this week, prompting an NPR discussion with former Philadelphia Fed President Patrick Harker.
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Canada’s Economy: Job Losses Rise as Corporations See Growth
Canada's unemployment rate climbed to 6.9% in April, while central banks signaled inflation concerns. Meanwhile, Enbridge, Brookfield, and Aritzia report strong growth...
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Loan Shark Threats: Why Victims Remain Silent
Intimidation and fear of violent repercussions keep victims of illegal money lenders from reporting them, despite crippling debt and threats. BBC Investigations...