[ad_1] SINGAPORE – The Republic could be buying its first set of carbon credits to offset its greenhouse gas emissions in 2025, with the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) set to launch a request for proposals to procure eligible credits later in 2025.Second Minister for Trade and Industry Tan See Leng gave this update in Parliament on March 6, during the debate on his ministry’s budget. Responding to Mr Edward Chia (Holland-Bukit Timah GRC) and Ms Tin Pei Ling (MacPherson), who asked for an update on Singapore’s carbon market initiatives, Dr Tan pointed to how Singapore had on Feb…
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[ad_1] “Looking back to the 1990s and early 2000s, you needed to have a reasonable level of technical competence to pull off these types of crimes,” Nicholas Court, assistant director of Interpol’s Financial Crime and Anti-Corruption Centre, told CNBC.Imaginima | E+ | Getty ImagesAn expanding network of cybercrime marketplaces is making it easier than ever to become a professional fraudster, posing unprecedented cybersecurity threats worldwide, experts warn.Cybercriminals are often portrayed in popular media as rogue and highly skilled individuals, wielding coding and hacking abilities from a dimly lit room. But such stereotypes are becoming outdated. “Looking back to the 1990s and…
[ad_1] BioNexus Gene Lab Corporation has formally approved an Ethereum-focused treasury strategy Wednesday, becoming the first Nasdaq-listed company to exclusively prioritize Ethereum as a strategic asset.The Wyoming-incorporated tech firm released its Ethereum Strategy Whitepaper alongside the announcement, detailing its rationale behind choosing Ethereum over the more commonly adopted Bitcoin for corporate treasury management.”While Bitcoin remains a strong store of value, Ethereum provides broader utility as a programmable financial platform,” the firm wrote on its Whitepaper, published Wednesday.It was not immediately clear if the company has already purchased or holds Ethereum on its books, nor was the timing for the transition…
[ad_1] A screen displays the Nikkei 225 Stock Average figure at the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE), operated by Japan Exchange Group Inc. (JPX), in Tokyo, Japan, on Monday, Oct. 30, 2023. The expansion of Israel’s ground operations in Gaza added more pressure to global markets as investors prepare for a busy week packed with major central bank decisions and a high-stakes announcement of US bond sales. Photographer: Akio Kon/Bloomberg via Getty ImagesBloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesJapanese government bond yields surged Thursday, with the 10-year JGB yield hitting the highest since June 2009, with experts pointing to pressure from a…
[ad_1] Deploys capital towards opportunities in AI, quantum computing, digital assets, defence, biotechnology and moreDUBAI, UAE, March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Fayafi Investment Holding, the first UAE firm made available through a bankable certificate issued under the SIX Swiss Exchange framework, listed on the Vienna Stock Exchange and featured on Bloomberg, has announced a strategic expansion of its investment portfolio to capture emerging opportunities.Fayafi has deployed USD 1.2 billion in investments towards diversified and high-growth opportunities in strategic industries. The move aligns Fayafi’s long-term investment strategy with key financial, technological, and green finance opportunities. Fayafi Investment Holding’s diversified portfolio allocation…
[ad_1] Deploys capital towards opportunities in AI, quantum computing, digital assets, defence, biotechnology and moreDUBAI, UAE, March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Fayafi Investment Holding, the first UAE firm made available through a bankable certificate issued under the SIX Swiss Exchange framework, listed on the Vienna Stock Exchange and featured on Bloomberg, has announced a strategic expansion of its investment portfolio to capture emerging opportunities.Fayafi has deployed USD 1.2 billion in investments towards diversified and high-growth opportunities in strategic industries. The move aligns Fayafi’s long-term investment strategy with key financial, technological, and green finance opportunities. Fayafi Investment Holding’s diversified portfolio allocation…
[ad_1] Greg Foran, chief executive officer of Air New Zealand Ltd., during an interview on Nov. 1, 2024.Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesAir New Zealand announced on Thursday that CEO Greg Foran will step down in October after five years at the helm, as the airline navigates global supply chain disruptions and ongoing engine maintenance challenges.Foran, a former Walmart executive, has led the Kiwi flag carrier through a turbulent period, with the airline facing unique hurdles compared to its global peers, partly due to its geographic isolation.New Zealand’s relatively small domestic market and intense competition from Australian rivals Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia have intensified the airline’s challenges.Joining Air New Zealand just as the COVID-19 pandemic loomed, Foran tackled a series of crises,…
[ad_1] Fresh off a Mardi Gras high, Mobile city officials had reason to celebrate with a financial win on the new Civic Center arena. The city secured a better-than-expected deal, selling $250 million in bonds to JP Morgan at a favorable 4 percent interest rate. But the morning-after haze brought a headache: The Mobile County Commission’s support for the $300 million project is looking more elusive by the day.“I don’t have a concern,” Mayor Sandy Stimpson said of the county’s reluctance. “I am disappointed, let’s say that.”With construction set to begin soon, officials hope the 10,000-seat arena will be ready…
[ad_1] Top White House officials are crafting policy to take on China and bolster the United States’ position over rare earths and critical minerals — a move meant to fulfill President Donald Trump’s vow Tuesday evening to take “historic action.” “Later this week, I will also take historic action to dramatically expand production of critical minerals and rare earths here in the USA,” Trump told lawmakers during a joint session of Congress. The administration is preparing an executive order to accelerate the nation’s production and processing of raw materials, including rare earths, according to a person working in the mining…
[ad_1] The first six weeks of the Trump administration have felt more like six years for transportation advocates, and you’re not alone if you’re struggling to get your bearings. Here are four simple, concrete ways that you can get your feet back on the ground and get plugged in to the fight to protect shared and active modes right now, and a few resources to help you be the most effective advocate you can be, whether you have time for a few clicks or a full-fledged campaign.1. Make a better call to your congresspersonThe Trump administration’s attempts to freeze, stall,…