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Ashurst: Only Half of Hong Kong IPO Applications to be Priced

Hong Kong's stock market is expected to see approvals slow, according to Ashurst partner Frank Bi, as regulators discourage certain listings, like smaller-cap companies. Hong Kong is expected to see approximately 100 new listings in the first half of …

China-UK forum signals new momentum for relations

When British Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited China in January, his mission was clear. He said, "Like it or not, China matters for the United Kingdom", and he wanted improved relations. Since China is the world's second-largest economy, …

Russian central bank began selling gold to domestic buyers as reserves shrink

New intelligence uncovers unexpected gold sales by Russia’s central bank, signaling urgent liquidity needs. Analysts warn this shift may deepen Moscow’s reliance on Chinese financial tools. According to intelligence, the Central Bank of Russia has for the …

How Hong Kong is turning tokenized bonds into real market infrastructure

Key takeaways Hong Kong’s 2026-27 budget marks a shift from experimental digital bond projects to the direct integration of tokenized issuance and settlement into the city’s regulated financial market infrastructure. CMU OmniClear, a subsidiary of the Hong …

Independent Dutch Thinker Edouard Prisse Warns the West Still Misunderstands China Trade

A new book argues U.S. free trade with China was a historic policy error and proposes a six-month plan to rebuild American industry. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For more than two decades, the economic …

Beijing hold’em: European cards against Chinese coercion

Summary China’s mineral monopoly threatens Europe’s clean tech and industrial core while its overcapacity is accelerating European deindustrialisation. This gives Beijing coercive power over key sectors and can hold EU competitiveness hostage. The EU’s …

China to maintain appropriately loose monetary policy

BEIJING, March 31 (Reuters) – China’s central bank pledged on ​Tuesday to ‌maintain appropriately loose monetary policy, while noting growing impacts from ‌changes ​in ⁠the external environment. China’s ⁠economy is broadly stable but still faces challenges …

Absa Bank Ghana Strengthens Strategic Partnership with the Chinese Business Community

Absa Bank Ghana has reaffirmed its long standing commitment to the Chinese business community with a high level business dinner designed to deepen partnerships, strengthen dialogue, and support sustainable growth across key sectors of the Ghanaian economy …

China’s Top Private Insurer Taps AI to Unlock $174 Billion Value

Five years ago, almost no accident and health insurance claims at Ping An Insurance Group ran without humans. Today, nearly 60% are automated, with some settled in just 51 seconds. The leap shows Ping An’s push into artificial intelligence, after a decade …

Kremlin Hotline: Hungary colluded with Russia to delist sanctioned oligarchs, companies and banks

The hotline between Péter Szijjártó and Sergey Lavrov provided Russia with strategic information on critical EU issues. We now have evidence that the Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs acted on behalf of the Kremlin, making efforts to delist sanctioned …

All airline passengers limited to 2 power banks

💡 You’ve read article/s this month. Promos disabled for members. Travellers are now limited to bringing no more than two power banks on board flights, following new rules set by the global aviation authority. A power bank. File Photo: Debraj Roy/ …

A new rule at Hong Kong airport may change what you carry onboard

Passengers flying out of Hong Kong International Airport will now be allowed to carry only up to two power banks, following new aviation safety rules that took effect immediately. The restriction comes after updated guidelines issued by the International …

Deals in brief: GIC backs legal AI firm Harvey, Amity and Startale raise funding, China logs 14 investments, and more

Harvey adds fresh capital as GIC doubles down on legal AI Harvey, a legal infrastructure company serving law firms and in-house legal teams, has raised USD 200 million in a funding round co-led by returning investors GIC and Sequoia, at a valuation of USD …

Chinese satellite maker GalaxySpace starts IPO process

BEIJING - Chinese satellite maker GalaxySpace has begun the so-called tutoring process for ​a potential initial ⁠public offering, state media reported on Tuesday, the latest ‌private space firm to take steps towards an IPO as China encourages them ​to tap …

China Is Helping Build Africa's Cities, But Its Approach Sidelines Local Urban Planners And Residents

(MENAFN- The Conversation) As African cities experience some of the fastest urban growth rates in the world, China has become a major bilateral financier for urban infrastructure. From Nairobi's elevated expressways to Lagos's airport upgrades and …

Private markets tech firm Carta opens Hong Kong office

Enhancing trust in Hong Kong’s cloud-powered banking sector

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] Hong Kong’s financial sector is entering a new phase of digital transformation. Cloud infrastructure is rapidly becoming foundational to modern banking operations, supporting …

Malaysia’s Capital A names new deputy CEO, explores dual listing in Hong Kong

Published Mon, Mar 30, 2026 · 04:16 PM [KUALA LUMPUR] Malaysia’s Capital A Berhad named a senior banker as its deputy chief executive on Monday (Mar 30) as the group looks to scale up its core businesses after spinning off its aviation arm to its affiliate …

CPI will rise 1.9% in 2026 if oil prices average US$100: Central bank

Taipei, March 30 (CNA) Taiwan's consumer price index is likely to jump 1.9 percent in 2026 if international crude oil prices increase to an average US$100 per barrel amid the Middle East war, Central Bank Governor Yang Chin-long (楊金龍) said Monday. …

Chartered Institute Introduces Chartered EU Corporate Tax Manager CCM™ Program to Tax and Finance Professionals

Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications Launches Chartered EU Corporate Tax Manager CCM™ Program for Tax, Finance and Accounting Professionals PARIS, FRANCE, April 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Chartered Institute of Professional …

New Appraisal Reporting System Set to Modernize Mortgage Industry in 2026

Major appraisal update arrives Nov. 2, 2026: UAD 3.6 introduces a digital, standardized system to improve consistency, transparency, and efficiency. ORANGE COUNTY, CA, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The mortgage and real …

Global Forestry Companies Gather in Tokyo to Pursue Forestry Natural Capital Accounting

World’s largest ever project of its type takes major step toward defining the metrics and indicators for measuring ecosystem services. TOKYO, JAPAN, April 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Leaders from the global forestry sector met last week in Tokyo to …

Shifting Focus in AI Deployment: From Algorithms to Human Training

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, March 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Here's a number worth sitting with. According to Stanford University's 2025 AI Index Report, total corporate AI investment hit $252.3 billion in 2024, up 25.5 percent from …

California Intercontinental University Soccer Team Expands Global Reach with Historic Bahamas Tour

CA, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- California Intercontinental University (CIU) marked a significant milestone in its athletic development with an international tour to Nassau, Bahamas, where its men’s soccer team competed in …

Kloudville Accelerates by Competitors in Newly Published MarketsandMarkets™ Cloud OSS/BSS Market Global Forecast to 2032

MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO, CANADA, March 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kloudville Inc., is a privately owned, software company providing innovative, composable, cloud and mobile applications suite covering the entire business-to-business and business-to- …

Algorhythm Holdings Joins B2i Digital as Featured Company to Share the SemiCab AI Logistics Story With Investors

Algorhythm Holdings' AI-Powered Platform Has Reduced Empty Freight Miles by 70% and Transportation Spend by 10% for Fortune 500 Shippers Algorhythm Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:RIME) NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ …

New Book from Bestselling Author Reimagines Wealth-Building for a New Generation of Women

“Clever Girl Millionaire” by Bola Sokunbi is a bold, practical guide to building real wealth that helps women move from financial safety to lasting freedom. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In “Clever Girl Millionaire …

ريوترز تطلق مركز عمليات أمنية ذاتي التشغيل مبني على الذكاء الاصطناعي لمساعدة المؤسسات على الاستجابة بسرعة الآلة

تطرح ريوترز أول مركز عمليات أمنية ذاتي التشغيل مبني على الذكاء الاصطناعي في الشرق الأوسط والمصمم لكشف التهديدات بسرعة الآلة، والفرز الآلي والاستجابة للتهديدات RIYADH, RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, March 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- أعلنت اليوم شركة ريوترز، ا …

Diversified Trust Announces President and CEO Successions

Firm announces planned CEO and president transitions, underscoring continuity, growth, and long-term leadership succession. MEMPHIS, TN, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Diversified Trust, an employee-owned comprehensive …

Spectrum Spine Inc Earns FDA Clearance for Next Generation Nanotechnology - BioBraille™

BioBraille™ is a Precise and Subtractive Surface Nanotechnology Proven to have a Dramatic, Reproducible Biologic Effect on Stimulating De Novo Bone Growth INLET BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Building on the …

Arizona Residents Claim up to $3062 for 2025 Write Off Donations for Purpose-Driven School Tuition Organizations

Arizona taxpayers can claim a dollar-for-dollar tax credit for 2025 by donating to a School Tuition Organization before April 15 and filing Form 323. FOUNTAIN HILLS, AZ, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Arizona taxpayers have …

California Intercontinental University Faculty Leads FinTech Symposium Empowering MSMEs in India

CA, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- California Intercontinental University (CIU) announces the successful delivery of a Management Development Program (MDP) on “FinTech for MSMEs: Driving Digital Growth & Inclusion,” led …

Vislink Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial and Operational Results

Vislink (OTCID:VISL) MOUNT OLIVE, NJ, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mt. Olive, NJ - March 31, 2026 - Vislink Technologies, Inc. (OTCID: VISL), a global leader in real-time video communications for the defense, public safety …

Sharon Appelbaum Recognized in Doyle’s Guide 2026 for Criminal Defense and White Collar Investigations

Dual recognition highlights Appelbaum’s standing in the San Diego criminal defense and white collar bar. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Southern California white collar criminal defense firm Appelbaum Law, P.C …

Streamlining Pet Payments: Payarc Integrates with BreederCloudPro for Seamless Transactions

Payarc integrates with BreederCloudPro to enable secure, seamless payments directly within breeder workflows, simplifying transactions and operations. GREENWICH, CT, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Payarc, a partner-first …

The Satos Awards Opens Nominations for 2026 Bitcoin Awards in Las Vegas

Nominations now open for the inaugural Bitcoin-only awards ceremony, taking place April 29, 2026 at Keep Memory Alive Event Center in Las Vegas. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Satos Awards today announced …

TAG Gallery features the work of Rasoul Fadavi, Karen Fiorito, and Andrew Henning, CAL's 'Shadows' & TAG's 'Fire'

Exhibitions reveal the psychological weight of the human form, the reclamation of marginalized histories and the nostalgic beauty of L.A.s' shifting landscape LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EXHIBITION …

Neuer Investment-Podcast beleuchtet die Schnittstelle zwischen Märkten, Mindset und Realität

WIEN, WIEN, AUSTRIA, March 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mit [Bulle & Mensch] – So handeln Profis wirklich. geht ein neuer Podcast an den Start, der sich bewusst von der oft oberflächlichen Finanzberichterstattung abgrenzt. Statt schneller Tipps und …

Joiin Expands Joiin Intelligence with Advanced AI for SME Financial Reporting

Joiin introduces advanced AI capabilities, delivering a fully built reporting and AI foundation for finance teams, without implementation complexity. EXETER, UNITED KINGDOM, March 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Joiin announced a major …