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Treasury imposes new sanctions targeting Iranian oil export networks

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has announced new sanctions aimed at disrupting Iran’s oil exports.

UC Berkeley expands Changemaker program with new course on navigating disagreement

Amir Rafiei, a third-year transfer student majoring in statistics at the University of California, Berkeley, recently reflected on how his approach to collaboration has changed after participating in a new course designed to help students engage...

UC Berkeley welcomes students back for start of new academic year

As the new academic year begins, UC Berkeley leadership has welcomed students, faculty, and staff back to campus.

UC Berkeley welcomes new ethnomusicology professor focused on migration's impact on music

Chris Batterman Cháirez, a new assistant professor of ethnomusicology at the University of California, Berkeley, is focusing his research and teaching on how music moves across borders and cultures.

Treasury seeks public input on regulation and detection tools for stablecoins

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has issued a Request for Comment as mandated by the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act.

UC Berkeley researchers enable participants to see new color ‘olo’ using laser-based technique

Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley have enabled participants in a recent study to perceive a previously unseen color, named “olo,” using a technique called Oz.

Treasury targets four alleged narco-traffickers and two firms linked to money laundering in Costa Rica

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned four Costa Rican nationals and two entities based in Costa Rica for their roles in narcotics trafficking and money laundering.

Fdic board proposes changes to digital sign display rules

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Board of Directors has approved a proposed rule to amend the regulations related to the display of the FDIC official digital sign and non-deposit signage.

Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia mourns former president Charles I. Plosser

Charles I. Plosser, former president and chief executive officer of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, has died.

UC Berkeley scholar highlights decline and importance of Black teachers amid national tensions

Millions of students across the United States are returning to schools facing a range of challenges, including limited resources, immigration enforcement, and political debates.

IBM brings new AI-driven features to enhance fan experience at 2025 US Open

IBM and the United States Tennis Association (USTA) have announced new AI-powered features for the 2025 US Open, aiming to enhance digital engagement for fans worldwide.

IBM study finds rising demand for dynamic digital content among global sports fans

A new global study commissioned by IBM has found that sports fans are increasingly seeking digital content experiences that leverage artificial intelligence, personalization, and real-time features.

Federal government set to end most paper check payments by September 30, 2025

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has announced that the federal government will stop issuing paper checks for most federal payments beginning September 30, 2025.

Treasury reports June 2025 international capital flows with net inflow of $77.8 billion

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has released its Treasury International Capital (TIC) data for June 2025, providing a detailed look at cross-border financial flows involving U.S. securities and banking.

Carlyle partners with amicaa for AUD240 million financing deal supporting Tellus Holdings

Global investment firm Carlyle and Australian private credit manager amicaa have announced a debt financing package of AUD240 million for Tellus Holdings Limited, an environmental services company based in Western Australia.

Federal Open Market Committee updates long-term monetary policy strategy

The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) has unanimously approved updates to its Statement on Longer-Run Goals and Monetary Policy Strategy.

Fed working paper explores regulation of third-party tech provider risks

Financial institutions are increasingly using third-party firms for technology services such as payment processing, cloud storage, and risk management.

Federal Reserve releases July 2025 FOMC meeting minutes

The Federal Reserve has released the minutes from the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting held on July 29–30, 2025.

Boston Fed president hears from Maine communities on child care and economic concerns

Boston Fed President Susan M. Collins visited several communities along the Maine coast last week, meeting with residents and leaders to discuss local challenges related to child care, health care, housing, and economic development.

Federal Reserve Board issues prohibition order for former Regions Bank employee

The Federal Reserve Board has announced an enforcement action involving a former employee of Regions Bank in Birmingham, Alabama.