OKX, a prominent global cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 technology firm, has announced that its Singapore-based entity, OKX SG Pte. Ltd. (OKX SG), has obtained a Major Payment Institution (MPI) license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). Alongside this milestone, the company has appointed Gracie Lin as CEO of OKX...

One of the things that I’ve learned the hard way has been to ensure that not only do I have a Plan A in place for my business, but that I also have a Plan B ready to replace Plan A. And then, that I also have a Plan C...

The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) has elevated China-Africa relations to unprecedented levels, and the 2024 summit is expected to further deepen cooperation between China, African countries, and the Global South, according to Dennis Munene Mwaniki, Executive Director of the China-Africa Center at the Africa Policy Institute. Speaking to the...

A new report from the Institute for Policy Studies reveals that the CEOs of some of the largest companies employing low-wage workers in the US are prioritizing their own short-term gains over long-term investments. The report highlights that these companies are spending far more on stock buybacks than on capital...

Nikola Corporation announced on Tuesday the appointment of Tom Schmitt, the former CEO of Forward Air, as its new Chief Commercial Officer. In his new role, Schmitt will be responsible for overseeing sales, commercial operations, dealership relations, customer service, marketing, and customer success functions. Additionally, he will play a key...

A recent survey by Indeed found that more than one-third (35%) of millennial and Gen Z workers in the U.S. admitted to discussing politics at work, while 44% reported hearing others engage in such conversations. However, 54% of those surveyed expressed discomfort with political discussions occurring in meetings. A 2024...

Authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina have revoked the work visas of 39 Pakistani nationals, while the work visas of 14 Bangladeshi citizens are still under review. The Service for Foreigners’ Affairs (SFA) of Bosnia and Herzegovina announced that these individuals used their work permits, which were issued after they entered...

The U.S. economy expanded at an annual rate of 3% in the second quarter of 2024, bolstered by strong consumer spending and robust business investment, according to an updated report released by the Commerce Department on Thursday. This revised figure marks an increase from the initial estimate of 2.8% growth...

The World Economic Forum (WEF) has outlined four key strategies for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) to build intelligent economies amid a rapidly evolving global landscape. The WEF report highlights that the MENA region faces several economic challenges that could be addressed by leveraging digital technologies. The report...