Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, has recently overtaken Jeff Bezos to become the world’s second-richest person. As of Thursday, Zuckerberg’s net worth reached a staggering $206.2 billion, narrowly surpassing Bezos, whose fortune stands at $205.1 billion. The Facebook co-founder now trails only Elon Musk, who leads the global rankings with...

Since stepping into the role of CEO of Ogen in 2016, Sagi Balasha has overseen Ogen’s evolution from a traditional interest-free loan provider into a comprehensive social financial institution. In this Q&A, Sagi Balasha, shares insights into the organization’s transformative journey in the social finance sector, discussing the organization's innovative...

Wilhelmsen Ship Management has announced the retirement of Carl Schou after nearly two decades of service, including 16 years as CEO. Schou’s tenure was marked by the company’s navigation through industry challenges, with a focus on safety, innovation, and growth. Haakon Lenz, the current Chief Operating Officer, is set to...

David Steward, an IT entrepreneur from Missouri, has been recognized as the wealthiest Black person in America. Its annual ranking on Tuesday estimated Steward's net worth at a record $11.4 billion, a significant increase from $7.6 billion last year and $6 billion the year prior. Steward, who resides in St....

Mitek Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: MITK), a global leader in digital identity verification, mobile capture, and fraud management, has announced the appointment of Ed West as its new Chief Executive Officer and member of the Board of Directors, effective immediately. Scott Carter, who has been serving as Interim CEO since June...

On October 2, 2024, at the age of 93, Martin Schröder passed away, leaving behind an enduring legacy that forever shaped the aviation industry. Known for his visionary leadership, Schröder’s influence continues to be felt across global air transport. His journey began in 1958 when he founded Martin’s Air Charter,...

The Australian Airports Association (AAA), the representative body for airports across the country, has announced the appointment of Simon Westaway as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective November 4. With over 25 years of experience in executive roles, particularly in aviation and tourism, Mr. Westaway brings extensive expertise to his...

Hong Kong's wealthiest households now earn 80 times more than the poorest, a figure that has more than doubled in just five years, according to a report by Oxfam released on Wednesday. The report highlighted the city's struggle with an aging population and widening income disparity. Hong Kong, a major...

Capital has emerged as the leading risk facing the mining industry this year, overtaking last year's second-place position, as challenging financing and economic conditions make it harder to secure the metals needed for the energy transition, according to a new report by EY. Theo Yameogo, EY Americas and Canada Mining...