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EU Seeks Role in Ukraine Peace Talks Amid Frozen Assets Debate
The EU struggles to secure a role in Ukraine peace talks while divided over using €210 billion in frozen Russian assets. Belgium opposes the 'reparations loan' plan, citing legal risks, as Russia threatens retaliation. EU...
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Cross-Regional Free Trade Talks Resume with Digital Focus
Cross-regional free trade negotiations have resumed with focus on tariff reductions, digital trade frameworks, and regulatory alignment. Talks address modern commerce challenges including data flows and e-commerce.
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Regulators Crack Down on Corporate Greenwashing with Fines and Audits
Regulators worldwide are intensifying ESG enforcement with increased audits and substantial fines for misleading sustainability claims. California leads US climate disclosure while EU implements strict greenwashing rules, with...
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German Gangs Smuggle Stolen Cooking Oil to Netherlands for Profit
German criminal gangs are stealing used cooking oil from restaurants and smuggling it to the Netherlands for illegal resale, costing legitimate recycling businesses millions annually. The thefts exploit soaring oil prices and...
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Crypto Exchange Compliance and Licensing Updates for 2025
Crypto exchanges face evolving compliance requirements in 2025 with new regulatory frameworks, advanced KYC/AML systems, proof of reserves transparency, and changing market access across regions.
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India Mandates Pre-Installed Security App, Privacy Fears Rise
India orders mandatory pre-installation of government security app on all smartphones, sparking privacy concerns and expected resistance from Apple and other manufacturers.