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Treasury releases report on artificial intelligence in financial services

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has released a report on the uses, opportunities, and risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI) in financial services.

John B. Gibson joins New York Fed's advisory council

The Federal Reserve Bank of New York has announced the appointment of John B. Gibson to its Second District Advisory Council.

U.S imposes new sanctions targeting Iranian oil trade

The United States Department of the Treasury has announced sanctions on four entities and three vessels involved in the trade of Iranian petroleum and petrochemicals.

U.S. Treasury targets network linked to Republika Srpska President Milorad Dodik

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has taken action against individuals and entities linked to Republika Srpska President Milorad Dodik, aiming to disrupt a network that allegedly facilitates his...

US targets facilitators procuring navigational systems for Iran

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has announced sanctions against two entities and two individuals involved in the development and procurement of components for sensitive navigational systems used by the...

U.S. and Belarus agree to suspend part of tax convention until 2026

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has formally notified the Republic of Belarus regarding the suspension of a specific provision in the 1973 Tax Convention originally signed with the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics.

Treasury targets North Korean money laundering network linked to weapons funding

The United States Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on two individuals and one entity involved in a network laundering millions of dollars in illicit funds generated by North Korean IT...

US-China economic working group meets amid global economic challenges

The United States and the People's Republic of China convened for the seventh meeting of the Economic Working Group in Johannesburg on December 12.

U.S.-China financial working group holds seventh meeting in Nanjing

The United States and the People's Republic of China convened for the seventh meeting of the Financial Working Group (FWG) in Nanjing on December 15-16.

Carlyle sells aerospace supplier Forgital Group to Stonepeak

Global investment firm Carlyle has announced an agreement to sell Forgital Group, a provider of advanced aerospace and industrial forged products, to Stonepeak.

US imposes new sanctions targeting North Korean financial facilitators

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has announced sanctions against nine individuals and seven entities linked to North Korea's financial and military activities.

Toyota plant drives economic shift in Randolph County

In November, President Tom Barkin and Regional Executive Matt Martin of the Federal Reserve Bank met with community and business leaders in North Carolina's Randolph and Chatham counties.

Treasury announces additional funding support for tribal nations at annual summit

Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury revealed additional support for Tribal Nations during the Native Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) Network’s 5th Annual Policy and Capacity Building Summit.

Treasury issues advisory to prevent cyber fraud during holiday shopping

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection (OCCIP) has issued a consumer advisory to help individuals avoid cyber fraud during the holiday shopping season.

Housing crisis reshapes lives as solutions remain elusive

Danny McLaughlin's roots in Somerville, Massachusetts, date back to 1948 when his grandmother purchased a two-family house for about $12,000.

Carlyle secures $7.1 billion for third credit opportunities fund

Global investment firm Carlyle has announced the final close of its third Carlyle Credit Opportunities Fund (CCOF III), securing $7.1 billion in investable capital.

Michelle Neal steps down from key role at New York Fed

The Federal Reserve Bank of New York has announced the resignation of Michelle Neal from her position as Head of the Markets Group and a member of the Bank’s Executive Committee.

U.S Treasury announces next round of SIPPRA program awards totaling nearly $47 Million

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has announced the latest round of awards from the Social Impact Partnerships to Pay for Results Act (SIPPRA) program, with six recipients eligible to receive a total of $46.9 million in payments if they meet...

AlpInvest and Mubadala launch global senior fund financing partnership

AlpInvest Partners, a global private equity investor and subsidiary of Carlyle, has announced a new credit co-investment partnership with Mubadala Investment Company.

Yellen discusses economic ties with South Korean Deputy Prime Minister

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen held a virtual meeting with Choi Sangmok, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Korea.