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Divergent rules raise sanctions compliance risks
Different US, EU and UK beneficial ownership registries and divergence on regulation and enforcement powers raise risks
InternationalCalm interest rates period will last a few more months
A survey of US rate predictions among economists estimates two rate cuts this year, starting June or July
InternationalAI boom raises risks of AI-washing
There is growing concern that private-sector firms are overselling their artificial intelligence (AI) solutions
InternationalIron ore is set to face a supply surplus from 2025/26
Iron ore -- the best industrial commodity performer in 2023 -- will be well supported by fundamentals this year
InternationalHuthi Red Sea action is more symbolic than economic
As Huthi attacks on shipping continue despite Western military action, the impact on world trade seems to be stabilising
InternationalRising sugar and meat prices offset grain and oil fall
The global food price index continued to fall overall but remains far above 2015-18 levels
InternationalNew report underlines AI's environmental cost
A group of notable climate change-focused organisations have warned of the rising cost of AI technology
InternationalTechnology offers hope in tackling water scarcity
Improvements in technology, and cooperation in using it, could help to address water shortage challenges worldwide
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