Mark Koziel, CPA, CGMA, has been named the next CEO of AICPA & CIMA, which jointly operate as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. His appointment follows a global search for a successor to Barry Melancon, CPA, CGMA, the longest-serving CEO in AICPA's history, who announced his retirement earlier...

The Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) is shifting its focus toward fostering meaningful communication between companies and investors rather than dictating how businesses should operate, according to its head. On Thursday, Hiromi Yamaji, CEO of Japan Exchange Group, which manages the TSE, stated during a press briefing in Tokyo that the...

Starting October 23rd, Disneyland will introduce an exclusive skip-the-line option designed for its wealthiest patrons. This new offering, priced at $400 per person per day, allows guests to bypass lines at any point during their visit without having to schedule a return time in advance. The announcement was made on...

Japan experienced its largest export decline since early 2021 in September, casting doubt on the strength of its economic recovery amid weakening global demand. According to a report from the Ministry of Finance, exports fell by 1.7% year-on-year, driven by a drop in shipments of cars, mineral fuels, and construction...

In 2023, women entrepreneurs are reshaping the global business landscape, with 43% of startups worldwide founded by women, according to Techreport. This surge in female entrepreneurship drives economic growth, breaks traditional barriers, and redefines leadership across industries. However, such successful ventures remain relatively rare in today's volatile world. To explore...

Africa Center for Strategic Studies reports that 163 million Africans are currently experiencing acute food insecurity, a number that has nearly tripled in just five years, according to new data. Of those affected, 80% reside in conflict-affected countries, with up to 840,000 people at risk of famine in regions such...

The trio of executives who form the "Office of the CEO" at Paramount Global have secured improved compensation deals as they remain in their roles during the ongoing merger process with Skydance Media, which is expected to conclude in the first half of 2025. The group, consisting of co-CEOs George...

Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA.O) announced plans on Tuesday to close 1,200 stores over the next three years as part of a turnaround strategy led by its new CEO, Tim Wentworth. The pharmacy chain operator has been struggling with weak consumer spending and lower drug reimbursement rates. Despite these challenges, the...

In a move to accelerate enterprise AI innovation, NVIDIA founder and CEO Jensen Huang joined Lenovo CEO Yuanqing Yang on stage at Lenovo Tech World 2024 in Seattle. Together, they introduced the Lenovo Hybrid AI Advantage with NVIDIA, a comprehensive platform designed to build and deploy AI capabilities across enterprises,...