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Unions to protest as Volkswagen thrashes out job cut plans

German auto giant Volkswagen's management meet Thursday to thrash out plans for what could be the biggest ever restructuring in the global auto industry, with unions set to protest any mass job cuts.

EU moves closer to kicking kids off social media

Restrictions on children's use of social media in the European Union could come as early as this summer, as a long-awaited expert report next week is expected to recommend limiting minors' access to online platforms.

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Inovatec Achieves ISO/IEC Certifications

Loan Platform Provider Adheres to Financial Reporting and Security Requirements

Global stocks mostly fall, bitcoin soars to new peak

Global shares mostly retreated Monday as markets awaited a Federal Reserve interest rate decision while concerns over political battles in Europe and China's struggling economy pressured equities.

After budget row, French MPs pass 'special law' to keep show on the road

More than a week after a historic no-confidence vote brought down a prime minister unable to secure backing for an austerity budget, French lawmakers Monday unanimously passed a law to keep tax and social security machinery running.

Global stocks stall, bitcoin soars to new peak

Global shares stalled Monday ahead of an expected US interest-rate cut later this week while concerns over political battles in Europe and China's struggling economy sent other world markets lower.

Canada deputy PM quits in tariff rift with Trudeau

Canada's Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland quit Monday in a surprise move after disagreeing with Justin Trudeau over US President-elect Donald Trump's tariff threats.

Anglican Church hit by new abuse row

A senior UK bishop, who will soon take over temporarily as leader of the world's Anglicans after a sex abuse scandal, faced calls to quit on Monday over his own handling of another case.

UK approves Royal Mail takeover by Czech billionaire

Britain's centuries-old Royal Mail is set to pass into foreign ownership after the UK government Monday approved the takeover of its parent company by Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky's EP Group.

Spinoffs of French tycoon's media empire make market debut

Three spinoffs from French right-wing tycoon Vincent Bollore's Vivendi media empire debuted on stock markets on Monday, with mixed results as shares in the Canal+ television and film group tanked in London.

Lagarde says ECB will continue to cut interest rates

European Central Bank chief Christine Lagarde said Monday eurozone policymakers would keep cutting interest rates and warned that higher US tariffs under President-elect Donald Trump could hit growth in the bloc.

Ex-husband in French rape trial asks 'forgiveness' from family

The French man who has admitted to enlisting dozens of strangers to rape his heavily-sedated wife on Monday asked forgiveness from his family and hailed the courage of his now ex-spouse during his trial.

Equity markets struggle after more weak China data

Most markets fell on Monday after an unexpected slowdown in retail sales reinforced worries about China's economy, with the latest batch of weak data compounding the disappointment of Beijing's latest stimulus pledges.

Fiji says seven 'stable' after drinking hotel cocktails

Seven guests hospitalised after drinking cocktails in a luxury Fiji hotel -- including four Australians and an American -- are in a stable condition, the Pacific island government said Monday.

RENN Fund, Inc. Announces Year End Distribution

The RENN Fund, Inc. (NYSE MKT:RCG) (the "Fund") announced today that it has declared a year-end distribution in the amount of $0.022371 per share, payable on December 27, 2024, to stockholders of record on December 16, 2024. The Ex-Date is December 18, 2024.

NXT Energy Solutions Inc. Announces Board of Director Changes

NXT Energy Solutions Inc. ("NXT" or the "Company") (TSX:SFD)(OTCQB:NSFDF) today announced that. John Tilson has retired from the Board of Directors (the "Board"), and that Jeffrey S. Tilson has been appointed to the Board.

Flushing Financial Corporation Announces Closing of Common Stock Offering

Flushing Financial Corporation ("Flushing" or the "Company"), the parent holding company for Flushing Bank (the "Bank"), today announced the closing of its public offering of 4,590,164 shares of its common stock, $0.01 par value per share (the "Common Stock"), at a public offering price of $15.25 per share. The total gross proceeds from the offering were approximately $70.0 million. The Company received net proceeds from the offering of approximately $66.3 million, after deducting underwriting discounts and before deducting transaction expenses.

Aventura Private Wealth Hosts its Second Annual Canvas & Capital Event

Aventura Private Wealth held its second annual Canvas & Capital event on December 10th, at The Porto Vita Villa Grande Club in Aventura, Florida. Fresh off the whirlwind that is Miami's Art Basel week, this event is where the worlds of contemporary art and finance collided in a celebration of creativity and investment.

The December 16th 990 Deadline Is Here: Navigate the Deadline With Tax990

Today, December 16, marks the deadline for filing 990 series returns, a critical tax compliance date for certain nonprofits. Organizations required to meet this deadline must ensure their returns are completed and submitted to the IRS accurately. Timely filing is crucial not only for maintaining compliance but also for maintaining the trust and support of their communities.

Aegis Capital Corp. Acted as Sole Bookrunner on an Upsized $8.4 Million Underwritten Public Offering for Sacks Parente Golf, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPGC)

Aegis Capital Corp. acted as Sole Bookrunner on an Upsized $8.4 Million Underwritten Public Offering for Sacks Parente Golf, Inc. (NASDAQ:SPGC).

Odevo Targets German Market

Odevo, one of the leading property management companies for residential real estate in Europe and the USA, enters the German market as Erste Hausverwaltung GmbH joins the group. Founded in 2019 and rapidly growing with a focus on technological innovations, Odevo manages more than 1.6 million residential units in the USA, UK, Sweden, and Finland. Together with Erste Hausverwaltung, Odevo aims to create Germany's leading residential property management company.

Northwestern Mutual: How to Prepare for a Midlife Career Change

The middle of a person's life is typically a time of reflection, transition, and reinvention. By middle age, some people have spent decades building careers in a given field and years at the same workplace. Priorities tend to change-maybe someone has paid off their mortgage or watched their children leave for college. Career interests may change, too. A midlife career pivot can be a refreshing change, but it's not without risks. Some thoughtful preparations can lay the groundwork for a successful transition.

tZERO Leverages Fireblocks Technology to Support Its Recently Launched Digital Security Custody Business

tZERO and its subsidiaries, a leader in technology solutions for capital markets, are pleased to announce it will be leveraging Fireblocks, a leading institutional wallet technology provider, to power the recently-launched tZERO Digital Asset Securities, currently one of only two special purpose broker-dealer for digital security custody in the U.S. With Fireblocks' established wallets-as-a-service solution, tZERO can provide a seamless and secure experience throughout the digital securities lifecycle, including custody and security solutions for institutional and individual investors offered by its special purpose broker-dealer.

Fortune Rise Acquisition Corporation Announces Termination of Business Combination Agreement with Water On Demand, Inc. and Subsequent Liquidation

Fortune Rise Acquisition Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the "Company" or "FRLA") (OTC PINK:FRLA)(OTC PINK:FRLAU)(OTC PINK:FRLAW), announced that it did not complete its initial business combination and has mutually terminated its Business Combination Agreement with Water On Demand, Inc. (f/k/a Progressive Water Treatment Inc.), a Texas corporation ("WODI-PWT"). Therefore, the Company will dissolve and liquidate.

A New Gen of Brokers: Kama Capital Leads the Charge, wins Entrepreneur's "Fintech of the Year"

Kama Capital proudly announces its recognition as "Fintech Company of the Year" at the prestigious Entrepreneur Middle East Awards 2024, held at Sofitel Dubai, The Palm. This milestone is more than an industry accolade-it symbolizes a broader shift in the financial services landscape, heralding the rise of a new generation of brokers fueled by technology, innovation, and client-first strategies.

Aehr Test Systems Secures Initial $10 Million in Orders for Production Wafer-Level Burn-In of Advanced AI Processors

Aehr Test Systems (NASDAQ:AEHR), a worldwide supplier of semiconductor test and burn-in equipment, today announced a significant milestone with the receipt of its first artificial intelligence (AI) customer order for multiple high-power FOX-XP™ wafer level test and burn-in systems and multiple sets of Aehr Test proprietary WaferPakTM Contactors. These initial volume production orders are valued at over $10 million with the first system scheduled to ship immediately and completion of the shipments of the systems and initial product WaferPaks within 90 days.

Aeluma Files Two New Patent Applications Related to Quantum Computing and Sensing

New Inventions Further Diversify Application Space of Aeluma's Heterogeneous Integration Platform and Expand Intellectual Property Portfolio to 29 Issued and Pending Patents

Reaves Utility Income Fund Announces Regular Monthly Distributions of $0.19 Per Share

Reaves Utility Income Fund (NYSE American:UTG) announced today the next three, monthly, distributions at a rate of $0.19 per common share per month, unchanged from the per share rate paid for the previous quarter. As of December 9, 2024, the Fund's market price was $33.62 per share and its net asset value was $33.58 per share.

Fixed Income Outlook 2025 - Eastern River Pty Ltd

2025 Fixed-Income Outlook: Opportunities in Australian and International Corporate Bonds

Chinese firms take on EV truck challenges

Dominant in the electric car sector, Chinese companies have been quietly consolidating their position in the lesser-watched trucking scene -- but foreign tariffs and a perceived quality gap could signal roadblocks ahead, experts warn.

Oldest Miss France clinches crown, aged 34

A 34-year-old flight attendant from the French Caribbean island of Martinique on Saturday became the oldest contestant to win the Miss France pageant.

Rare foreign-born CEO says Japan needs immigration to thrive

The Indian-born head of one of Japan's most famous snack brands has warned that the country must change its mindset and admit more immigrants to get the economy back to the glory of its boom years.

France fears heavy toll as Cyclone Chido batters Mayotte

Cyclone Chido obliterated shantytowns on the French island territory of Mayotte on Saturday, with French ministers fearing a "heavy" death toll from the destruction, which has already claimed two lives.

Founder of Spain's Mango clothing chain dies in accident

Isak Andic, the founder of Spanish clothing retailer Mango, one of Europe's largest fashion groups, with nearly 2,800 stores worldwide, died Saturday in an accident, the company said.

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