Central banks worldwide are boosting their gold reserves as a strategic asset to protect national wealth amid rising geopolitical tensions and uncertainty in the global financial system. According to OMFIF's 2026 report, 82% of surveyed central banks now hold physical gold, up from 71% last year, with 30% planning to increase allocations further. Gold is viewed as a safe haven against risks like Middle East conflicts and U.S. policy uncertainty, and central banks expect it to play a larger role in reserves over the next decade despite record prices. This trend reflects a broader shift toward diversification beyond government bonds, with corporate bonds and equities also gaining interest for long-term portfolio resilience.
The Organic Produce Summit 2026, held July 14-16 in Monterey, California, features a comprehensive education program with industry leaders discussing sustainability, market trends, and innovations in organic produce. Highlights include a new women's ...
Crédit Agricole has acquired 100% of CAWL's capital from Worldline, shifting their partnership from a capital-based to a commercial collaboration. CAWL will continue integrating Worldline's payment acceptance solutions in its offerings, aiming to str...
Omnea, an AI-driven procurement platform, has launched the Omnea Future Founders Fund in partnership with Firedrop to support employees who want to start their own companies after five years at Omnea. Employees can pitch for $250,000 in seed funding ...
Crédit Agricole has fully acquired CAWL from Worldline, transitioning their partnership from equity-based to a commercial model. CAWL will continue integrating Worldline's payment acceptance solutions, aiming to strengthen its position in French merc...
Aikido Security has acquired Root to improve the security of open source software by enabling AI agents to research, patch, and test vulnerabilities without forcing teams to upgrade or migrate. This approach addresses the growing threat of supply cha...
