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FCA warns about Liman Capital for unauthorized services

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued a warning regarding Liman Capital, a firm allegedly offering financial and crypto-related services without proper authorization.

Treasury highlights job growth and efficiency under Trump administration

Chairman Joyce, Ranking Member Hoyer, and Members of the Subcommittee gathered to hear Secretary Scott K. H. Bessent's statement before the United States House of Representatives Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General...

Treasury Secretary Bessent's upcoming trip to Switzerland aims at economic discussions

On May 8, Secretary of the Treasury Scott K.H. Bessent is set to travel to Switzerland.

Federal Reserve maintains current interest rates amid economic uncertainty

Recent economic indicators suggest continued expansion at a solid pace, according to the Federal Reserve's latest statement.

EU's new regulations impose strict rules on high-risk artificial intelligence applications

The European Union's AI Act, which took effect on February 1, 2025, sets forth compliance requirements for entities using AI systems.

Boston Fed examines rising bank loans to private equity and credit funds

Loan commitments from large banks to private equity and private credit funds have seen a significant increase, according to a recent note from the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston.

Carlyle and SK Capital secure approvals for bluebird bio acquisition

bluebird bio, Inc., along with Carlyle and SK Capital Partners, announced that they have obtained all necessary regulatory approvals to finalize the acquisition of bluebird by Carlyle and SK Capital.

James B. Milliken appointed as University of California's new president

The University of California Board of Regents has announced the appointment of James B. Milliken as the 22nd president of the UC system, a move approved today.

NAS elects eight UC Berkeley scholars for distinguished research contributions

The National Academy of Sciences has inducted eight faculty members from the University of California, Berkeley, acknowledging their significant and ongoing contributions to research across various disciplines.

U.S. and Japan reaffirm strong bilateral ties and economic security discussions

Washington, May 2, 2025 — On Thursday, Secretary of the Treasury Scott K.H. Bessent, Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick, and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer met with Japan's Economic Revitalization Minister Ryosei Akazawa.

Treasury roundtable discusses strategies to tackle homeowners insurance challenges

Today, a roundtable discussion was convened by the Federal Insurance Office (FIO) at the U.S. Department of the Treasury.

Andhra Pradesh plans India's largest quantum computer with IBM and TCS partnership

IBM and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) have teamed up with the Government of Andhra Pradesh to advance quantum computing in India.

Diego Rivera mural finds permanent home in UC Berkeley’s Doe Library

The mural by renowned Mexican artist Diego Rivera, titled "Still Life and Blossoming Almond Trees," has found a new home at the University of California, Berkeley’s Doe Library.

BaFin warns consumers about unauthorized services on consorsglobal.com

The German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has issued a warning to consumers regarding the website consorsglobal.com, which is offering financial, investment, and cryptocurrency services without the necessary authorization.

FCA issues a warning on unauthorized financial services by apexmarkets.live

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) announced a warning about apexmarkets.live for offering financial and crypto-related services without proper authorization.

Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee discusses market impact of tariffs and economic uncertainty

April 29, 2025 Recent developments in U.S. government policy, notably higher-than-expected tariff rates, have significantly impacted global asset markets, according to the Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee (TBAC).

U.S. Treasury announces $125 billion securities offer to refinance maturing notes

The United States Department of the Treasury has announced a plan to offer $125 billion in Treasury securities to refinance $94.2 billion in privately-held Treasury notes maturing on May 15, 2025.

Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee addresses fiscal outlook and market developments

The Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee (TBAC) gathered at the U.S. Department of the Treasury on April 29, 2025, for a private meeting.

Foreign investments in U.S. securities rise to $30,881 billion in June 2024

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has released the final results from the annual survey of foreign portfolio holdings of U.S. securities as of June 30, 2024.

United States and Ukraine announce reconstruction investment fund agreement

On April 30, an agreement was signed by the United States and Ukraine to establish the United States-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund.