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Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, recently released from prison and now worth $70 billion following a surge in cryptocurrency values, has transformed Binance Holdings’ former venture capital arm into a family office. The entity, previously known as Binance Labs, has been rebranded as YZi Labs, according to an announcement on Thursday. Ella...

The Navigating Global Financial System Fragmentation report, developed in collaboration with Oliver Wyman, examines how the increasing use of sanctions, industrial policies, and export controls is reshaping global trade and capital flows. The report highlights a 370% increase in sanctions since 2017 as a clear indication of the growing reliance...

Col Needham, the founder of the entertainment information platform IMDb, has stepped down as CEO of the Amazon-owned company. Having established IMDb in 1990, Needham has now moved into the position of executive chair, while Nikki Santoro, previously the company’s chief operating officer since 2021, has been appointed CEO. She...

A Goldman Sachs analyst has gained widespread attention after publicly criticizing the company’s CEO for failing to reward employees despite the bank’s record-breaking revenue growth. The financial giant recently posted its highest profit since 2021, surpassing Wall Street expectations by earning $11.95 per share in the fourth quarter—well above the...

The past 18 hours have seen mounting speculation over the future of China Vanke, one of China's largest property developers, following reports of the alleged detention and subsequent release of its CEO, Zhu Jiusheng. The controversy has fueled concerns over the company's ability to manage its $45 billion debt, highlighting...

Italy's largest bank, Intesa Sanpaolo, has completed its first proprietary bitcoin trade, investing $1.03 million into the world's leading cryptocurrency, according to an internal memo. The document, which Reuters reviewed, revealed that the bank now owns 11 bitcoin as of January 13, 2025. Intesa launched a proprietary trading desk for...

There’s no doubt that we’re living in the digital age. Adapting high-tech solutions is a must for any business. In order to successfully transition to more digital ways of working, however, it’s essential to formulate cohesive workplace optimisation strategies. This requires taking stock of the issues your business is currently...

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has unveiled significant changes aimed at fostering a broader scope of free speech across Facebook, Instagram, and other Meta platforms. He stated that the company intends to refocus on its foundational commitment to free expression. One of the most notable changes involves replacing third-party fact-checkers in...

The Big Question: How Can Legal Entrepreneurship Thrive in a VUCA World?  Legal entrepreneurship presents challenges and opportunities in a world defined by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA). The legal industry, often considered traditional and resistant to change, is undergoing a transformation fuelled by digitalisation, global expansion, and a...

Growing up, I loved to play basketball and deeply admired my high school varsity team, especially its strong, winning tradition. I remember thinking, I’m going to make the team, though the thought of actually doing so filled me with fear.   The summer of my sophomore year, I was in the...