The Withanage Foundation, chaired by Rahula Withanage, is leading a new $125M vehicle, with the aim of developing hospitals and healthcare projects in Sri Lanka.
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The Netherlands hosts the highest concentration of holding entities worldwide
Amsterdam, 12 November 2024 – Small country, big numbers: The Netherlands has become a global hotspot for holding companies. Recent data from BoldData shows that
Supporting Wounded Heroes and Their Families: Best Practices for Enhancing Quality Service and Equity in Veteran Organizations
Supporting wounded veterans and their families requires a commitment to quality service and equity within veteran organizations. By implementing best practices prioritizing cultural competency, accessibility,
One Young World Convenes Indigenous Council, Amplifying First Nations Voices
One Young World believes all voices should be heard. That’s one of the reasons why, in 2023, the youth empowerment organization assembled its inaugural Indigenous
Yuri Milner’s Tech For Refugees and the IRC’s Signpost Initiative: Revolutionising Humanitarian Aid
In March 2024, the International Rescue Committee’s (IRC) Signpost initiative won the inaugural European Prize for Humanitarian Innovation (InnovAid). Supported in part by Yuri Milner’s
Online Notary Texas Shaping the Future of Law
If you’re tapped into the heartbeat of the legal industry in the Lone Star State, you’ve likely heard the buzz about online notary Texas. It’s
Yuri Milner and Two Other Giving Pledge Signatories Donating to Scientific Research
The 242 wealthy individuals who have joined Bill Gates and Warren Buffett’s Giving Pledge donate to a range of causes. Several signatories have chosen science
Ukraine’s National Nuclear Energy Generating Company “ENERGOATOM” Commissions World’s First Consolidated Interim Dry Storage Facility for Used Nuclear Fuel
We are pleased to report that Ukraine’s National Nuclear Energy Company “Energoatom” has successfully begun transporting used nuclear fuel from the nation’s operating reactors to its newly
Cascade Investment Fund exited agriculture and gas extraction assets
Cascade Investment Fund sold all stocks of the agriculture and gas extraction companies with assets in Eastern Europe. It was the fund’s strategy during the
In Pursuit of Justice: Spain’s Top Criminal Defense Attorney
It may seem like a remote situation, but it is not so remote, that you may find yourself facing a legal problem of a criminal
DiamondCapitals Exceeds User Satisfaction Milestone with Exceptional Ratings Worldwide
Zürich, Switzerland – DiamondCapitals, a leading online financial platform, proudly announces a remarkable milestone in user satisfaction, garnering exceptional ratings worldwide. The platform’s unwavering commitment
WFM International Exceeds User Satisfaction Milestone with Exceptional Ratings Worldwide
Zürich, Switzerland – WFM International, the leading online financial platform, proudly announces the achievement of a significant milestone in user satisfaction, attaining exceptional ratings from
Giorgi Gobronidze and PimEyes: From Academic Interest to Ownership
It is a curious and inspiring path that can lead academics to entrepreneurial pursuits. Giorgi Gobronidze, a social research and international relations scholar, has become
Global Shipping Faces Unprecedented Threats Since World War II, UK Minister Warns
Global shipping routes are currently confronting an alarming level of threat and coercion, comparable to the challenges witnessed during the Second World War, according to
Vadym Novynskyi Donates Ambulance to Donbas
In a bid to help local health care resources cope with the extremely high demand for their services treating the wounded, Ukrainian billionaire businessman Vadym
JD.com Opens Largest SEVEN FRESH Store in South China
Through the leadership of Richard Liu, JD just opened its largest SEVEN FRESH store ever in South China on 24 December. It’s located in Shenzhen,
British Investor Tamaz Somkhishvili Demands Compensation From the Ukrainian Government
Entrepreneur, philanthropist and British investor Tamaz Somkhishvili continues his investment dispute with Ukraine over compensation under the Agreement between the Government of Ukraine and the
How is Zero Carbon Shipping in the Maritime Industry Combating Ocean Environment Pollution?
The maritime industry plays a vital role in the global economy. Although this is common knowledge, our reliance on the shipping industry was further highlighted
Dechert’s Caroline Black Talks Tackling Corruption and Opaque Ownership in the UK
The UK’s Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act has been in the making for almost five years. The Russian invasion of Ukraine put the bill
Marwan Kheireddine: What Sets AM Bank Apart From Competitors
For Lebanese banker Marwan Kheireddine, investing in the people of Lebanon is a family tradition. Marwan Kheireddine’s father, Salim Kheireddine, co-founded AM Bank in 1980.